Knoxville, TN – Jennie Lynn Cornelius, age 81, passed away November 19, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. “Mama Jen” was born June 26, 1938 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Before relocating to Knoxville, she worked in the Food Service Department with Mecklenburg County School System. She was a faithful member of Fern Street Missionary…
Knoxville, TN – Mrs. Peggy J. Kershaw-Thomas, after 82 prodigious years, transitioned this earthly life on Monday, November 18, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a charter member of St. John Baptist Church and a retired Administrative Assistant at Church Street United Methodist Church. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother,…
Knoxville – Saul Jenkins, Sr., age 69 beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and a friend entered the Kingdom of God, Tuesday, November 12, 2019 after a courageous battle with health issues. Saul was born, July 11, 1950 in Detroit, MI, and moved to Knoxville, TN at a young age. Preceded in death by…
Knoxville – Randolph C. Johnson, “Randy the Plummer” age 58, departed this life, November 18, 2019 at U. T. Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by father, Rev. C. E. Johnson; grandson, Tony L. Taylor. Survivors, mother, Estelle Johnson; son, Stephen Johnson; daughter, Nakendra Johnson; sister, Venissa (Eddie) Garner; 6 grandchildren; brothers, Tommy (Betty), Carl (Audrey),…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Willie Carlton “Brother” Arnold Jr., age 60, entered his eternal resting place, peacefully at his home, Tuesday, November 19, 2019. Preceded in death by father; Willie Arnold Sr.; mother, Emma Arnold, and brother, Robert Arnold. Survivors, devoted daughter; Shatoya Arnold (Robert), Charlotte, NC; loving son, Reginald (Traci) Arnold, Knoxville, TN; sister, Tanya…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Ronald Buford, age 62, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Summit View of Farragut. He was born September 4, 1957 and was a graduate of Austin-East High School, Class of 1976. Ronald, affectionately known as Teddy, was preceded in death by sisters, Shirley Ann Smith and Sylvia Christine…
By Ashley D. Bell, Regional Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration Join in celebrating the 10th year of Small Business Saturday this November 30th! Celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday is a way for consumers to kick off the busy holiday shopping season and make an impact in their community by supporting…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Lewyll Lavaughn Lockhart, age 51, was welcomed into Heaven on Friday November 15, 2019 from his home at Open Arms Care Knoxville, TN. He was preceded in death by his mother Evelyn Alexander Lockhart Taylor and brother; Lawrence (Pip) Lockhart. He is survived by caring and loving brother; Lamont Lockhart, sister; Lucy…
KNOXVILLE (Nov. 19, 2019) Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero will join Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) Executive Director and CEO Ben Bentley to open the initial units at The Cottages at Clifton, which will provide affordable housing for senior citizens. Elected officials and KCDC’s board will also participate in the ceremonial ribbon-cutting. The event takes place…
Jennie Lynn Cornelius, age 81, passed away November 19, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. “Mama Jen” was born June 26, 1938 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Before relocating to Knoxville, she worked in the Food Service Department with Mecklenburg County School System. She was a faithful member of Fern Street Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded…
Peggy Thomas passed away November 18, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Latonya Cozart passed away November 17, 2019. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfunerlhome1962.com.
KNOXVILLE, TN – Kristy (Weston) Mobley went home to be with the Lord on November 10. Funeral services to be held on Friday, Nov. 22nd at Unity Mortuary. Receiving family and friends From 5:30-6:30 pm, service following.
By Marta W. Aldrich NASHVILLE, TN (Nov. 13, 2019) Tennessee has hired a Florida company to oversee online payment and application systems for its new education voucher program for some families in Memphis and Nashville. ClassWallet started work on Nov. 4 after signing a two-year contract worth $2.53 million with the Department of Education, according to documents…
ALCOA, TN – Portia B. Fowler, age 71, of Maryville, TN passed November 8, 2019. Portia accepted Christ at a young age and became a life-long member of Alcoa Church of Christ. A member of the Charles M. Hall High School Class of 1965, she was a talented seamstress, caterer, collector of Black art, and…
Over a short period of time, nearly $30 million in planned public-private investments in Lonsdale will create new youth- and family-serving amenities and opportunities. KNOXVILLE, TN (Nov. 15, 2019) A larger ADA-accessible new public school. A new City park. A new philanthropically funded multipurpose facility for families and youth. New sidewalks, street lighting and street…
By Nick Erickson, Illinois State University News (UPDATED) NORMAL, IL (Nov. 12, 2019) Candice Halbert belongs in any room she enters. A 2001 chemistry graduate from Illinois State, Halbert has devoted her career to neutron scattering and is a scientific associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2006. Her expertise has led her…
Knoxville – Grace Butler “Mrs. Stevens” McCurdy, age 103, passed away, Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Rev. William H. and Nellie Butler; sons, Billy, Steve, and Eugene Stevens. She leaves to cherish her memory, daughters, Shirley Davenport, Gloria Hunter, and Emma Yancy; a host of grand, great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. The…
Willie Henry Slater “Bayboy”, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 9, 2019. He was surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Mt. Meigs, Alabama. The family moved to Oak Ridge, TN and later to Knoxville, TN. Slater attended Knoxville Public Schools and later joined the U.S. Army. He owned and…
JEFFERSON CITY, TN – Ronnie Lee Lowery, born December 14, 1944 in Mooresville, NC, departed this life at Jefferson City Healthcare on November 14, 2019. He was a retired veteran of the U.S. Army. Preceded in death by one great-grandchild and his mother, Annie Lowery. Survived by son, Ronnie Eugene Lowery (Teresa Hall); daughter, Rhonda…
Knoxville – Zelma Walker Carson was born December 25, 1935 in Knoxville, TN and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 9, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin, Sr. and Lessie Holland Walker; brothers, Melvin, Jr. and Thomas Walker; grandson, Dominic “Luke” Carson; sister-in-law, Mozella Howell…
KNOXVILLE – LeRoyce Renea Johnson Bailey, 60, formerly of Knoxville, TN departed her earthly life in Marietta, Georgia, November 11, 2019. Born, May 21, 1959, in Knoxville, TN to Margaree Rollins Johnson and Leroy Johnson. At the age of 18 months she would come to be in the care of her foster parents, George and…
KNOXVILLE – Minister Maurice K. “Moe” Waters, age 67, peacefully entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Monday, November 11, 2019. He was born November 12, 1951, to the late James K. and Helen H. Waters. He was a 1969 graduate of Austin-East High School. He was a lifelong member of…
Knoxville – James Dodd, age 60 affectionately called “Mitch” to all who knew him passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was preceded in death by father, James Miller; mother, Lillian Dodd; several other relatives to numerous too name. He leaves to cherish his memory: spouse, Precious…