KNOXVILLE, TN – Robert E. Boyd was born May 25, 1933 in Sevierville, TN and went home on October 17, 2020. He lived his early years on Drew’s Alley in Knoxville, TN. Professor Boyd ended his 50 yr. career as an educator when he retired from Pellissippi State Community College in 2018; where he taught…
Washington, DC – Richard Charles Taylor, named after his greatuncle, Richard “Dock” Taylor, physically left this earth on September 28, 2020, at 3 a.m. after a long illness. He looked as though he just fell asleep while surrounded by family. Richard was born, October 11, 1955 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Geneva Mathis Taylor and Eldred…
Knoxville, TN – John Douglas Upshaw, Jr. lost his battle with liver disease in the early morning hours of Monday, October 12, 2020. John had just spent the previous day surrounded by family and friends that spoke of their favorite times together. The family is pleased to have sent him into the arms of Jesus…
Louisville – Derrick Devon Evans, 21, died unexpectedly in a tragic motorcycle accident on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 in Louisville, TN. Derrick was born on September 29, 1999 in Hermitage, TN. to Kendra Evans and Derrick Campbell. Derrick was known for his love of motorcycles, his jokes, infectious laugh, and generosity. He loved being with…
Patricia Ann Gordon Crawford entered eternal rest on October 14, 2020. Our beloved Pat was born on June 28, 1948 to the late Thomas and Margaret Gordon in Knoxville Tennessee. Pat was the matriarch, the Queen, of the family. Everyone that knew her loved her. The Queen would say, “What you see and hear is…
Elizabeth Clersie McKinney of Knoxville gained her Heavenly wings on Monday, October 12, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie Rucker, and Ruth Etter Rucker, and grandparents who raised her, Charlie and Eliza Cain, Step-Mothers, Minnie Rucker, Grace Rucker. Brothers, Earl Rucker, John W. Rucker, Cecil Lee, Sisters, Nell Rucker, Mary Jackson,…
John Derrick Townsend, Jr., age 58, passed away on October 11, 2020 in Knoxville, Tennessee. John was born April 30, 1962 to Vera and John Townsend, Sr. at Medical Center Hospital in Harlem, New York. Throughout his adolescence, John loved school, excelling in math, and sports such as swimming, basketball, and boxing. John also loved…
John Henry Byrd departed this life on October 12, 2020, at his home. He was born March 10, 1952, in Monroe, North Carolina to the parents of Harry Lee Byrd and Maggie Anna Byrd. He was preceded in death by parents, sisters, Mary Anna Brewer and Helen Louise Byrd; brothers, Richard Byrd and David Byrd….
Nancy Ann Downs Mack departed this life on Sunday, October 11, 2020 to be with her heavenly Father. The funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date by Unity Mortuary. www.unitymortuary.com.
KNOXVILLE, TN – Sarah Rawley Crippen Nelson went home to be with the Lord on October 13th, 2020. She was born on September 15th, 1927 in Mt. Airy, NC; to the late Herman and Lucy Rawley, Sr. Sarah graduated from high school and soon became a CNA. She attended church regularly when she was in…
Robert Terry Weaver Jr. was born in Knoxville, TN to Robert Terry Weaver Sr. and Millie-Yvonne Brown on June 14, 1984. Terry grew up in Oak Ridge as the eldest son and big brother to his sister, Anniece. Terry made lifelong friends while attending Oak Ridge schools. During those years, he was a member of…
Sister Vanda Marie Earles entered eternal rest to be with her Lord on Monday, October 12, 2020. She was born on a Wednesday in Knoxville, Tennessee on September 10, 1956 to Calvin Tuggle and Wilbur Frazier McKinney. Vanda worked at St. Mary’s Medical Center for over 20 years before going back to school to complete…
Knoxville – Eunice Kincaid Wilkerson, departed this life on October 8, 2020 at West Hills Rehabilitation. Born in Hartwell, Georgia, on August 31, 1930, to the late Mance and Hattie Mae (Rucker) White. Eunice was a graduate of Hart County Training School in Hartwell, Georgia. She retired from the Biology Division as a lab assistant…
Angluss “Princetta” Davis received her wings; September 12, 2020. Preceded in death by her parents Edward (Dorothy) Williams. Husband, Theotis Davis; Brother, Steven Williams; Sisters, Yvette McMahan, and Vickie Cullum. She’s survived by her son Preston Davis Sr., Grandchildren; Zakiyyah Davis, Preston Davis Jr, Presean Brown and Lamont Piles Davis; and a host of family…
Gary La’ Costa Yette, age 72, transitioned peacefully, October 7, 2020. He was a retiree of United Parcel Service (UPS), with over 30 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Robert Yette and Clara Lewis Galbreaith He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He leaves to cherish his memory wife, Pennye…
Alfred Lamar Griffin Sr. was born May 24, 1940, in Knoxville, TN to the late Richard & Katie Griffin. He transitioned peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, October 8, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents; son Alfred Lamar Griffin Jr., brothers Richard Jr. and Sigmond George Griffin, Robert L. Hassel;…
Wylie Cornelius King Sr. was born October 17, 1946 to the late Julius and Ella Mae Murphy King. He was a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1965. After graduation, he enlisted the United States Army. Upon honorable discharge from the Army, he worked at several different companies including Union Carbide, Lockheed Martin, Martin…
Knoxville – Queen Beatrice Thompson, formerly of Detroit, MI passed away at home peacefully surrounded by family, September 24, 2020. She was an affiliate of Honey Rock Victorious Church. Knoxville survivors include daughter, Veronica Johnson; son, Cornell Thompson; grandchildren, Launa, Devin, and Crystal Johnson, and James and Andrea Williams, and a host of other family…
Atlanta – James L. “Jimmy” Fox – Atlanta, GA, formerly of Knoxville, TN passed away, October 2, 2020. Public Viewing will be held in Atlanta, Saturday, October 10, 2020, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Murray Brothers Cascade Chapel. Graveside services, Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 2 p.m. in Knoxville, TN, East Tennessee State Veteran’s…
Jefferson City, TN – Mrs. Carrie McMillian, passed away, October 7, 2020 at Tennova Hospital in Jefferson City, TN. Retired from U. T. Hospital, Dietary Dept. Lifetime member of Goodes Temple AME Zion Church, where she served as Deconess, Sunday School teacher and choir member. Survivors, sister-in-law, Mary Hodge; nephews, Rev. Hollis (Alana) Hodge, Terry…
Reverend Ronald Lacy lived a life that was pleasing to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He believed that as a Christian preacher, he was called to be a humble servant for the Lord and His people. Reverend Ronald Lacy was a native of Huntsville, Alabama. He was the son of the late Joe Rice…
Knoxville – Amy Denise Williams of Knoxville, TN departed this life October 2, 2020 at home. Daughter of the late Johnny B. Williams and Elizabeth Bassett, she will truly be missed by all that knew her. She is survived by daughter, Joneisha Williams; brothers, Michael Williams and Melvin Bassett; uncle, Harold (Gloria) Bassett; companion, Kasondra…
Carolyn “Lynette” Matthews, 60, of Cleveland, departed this earthly home and reunited with family in their heavenly home on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020. Lynette was born on Dec. 6, 1959, in Cleveland, to the late Charles L. Pitner Jr. and June Carol Tucker. She graduated from Cleveland High School, Class of ’78, where she was…
Dorothy Ann Etter Morgan, departed this life, September 29, 2020 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was born to the late George Bradford and Louise Etter. Dorothy was raised in Tabernacle Baptist Church and later became a member of Foster Chapel Baptist Church. She worked in food services for the University of Tennessee…
James Ola Rowans, Sr. took his final flight to his eternal home, Sunday, October 4, 2020 peacefully at home. He began his earthly journey on May 1, 1941 in Vonore, Tennessee. He was the younger of two children born to the late James Henry Rowans and Viola Burris Rowans; sister, Mary Kathryn Rowans Blair also…