Dante Jacobi Lewis, age 32 was born August 30, 1987 and passed from Earth to Eternity on June 22, 2020. Dante was born in Washington D.C., lived in Savannah, Georgia, but grew up in Blount County and called this his home. Dante was a member of the Alcoa High School Class of 2005 where he…
Ronald (Ronnie) G. Arnold Sr. transitioned to his heavenly home on Monday, June 29, 2020. He was born in Sheffield, Ala., on March 20, 1953, to father Durie Arnold, who preceded him in death; and mother Claudia Vaughn Arnold. Ronald was the oldest of six siblings. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Wallie and…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Clarence William “Itsy” Darden was born April 12, 1952, to the late Arthur Darden and Josephine Roper Thompson, departed this life Monday, June 29, 2020 at home surrounded by his family. Itsy was married to the love of his life, Virginia Darden, for 48 years. He was an Austin-East High School graduate,…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Kevin Dwight Dailey, Sr., “Day Way,” was born a twin, on August 31, 1967 to Helen Marie Dailey and Charles Rodgers in Knoxville, Tennessee. Kevin took his heavenly flight on June 27, 2020. Kevin was a member of the Austin-East Class of 1985. After graduation, he worked for Buddy’s BBQ for over…
(Knoxville, TN) – Ida Louella Stanford, age 72, departed this life on June 25, 2020 at her home. She was born in Oak Ridge, TN, the daughter of Mary Katherine Brown Stanford and Early Matthews on February 4, 1948. Ida was a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1966. She worked for Knox County Schools Special Division…
Temple, TX – Julius Tyrone Wells, formerly of Knoxville, TN departed this life at his home in Temple, TX, June 14, 2020. Born June 22, 1957, graduate of Austin East High School, class of 1975; entered into the US Army serving for four years. Preceded in death by mother, Erma Wells; sister, Evelyn Wells Lowery;…
Jermar Renell Munson formerly of Detroit, MI who at an early age moved to Knoxville, TN. Proceed in death, grandparents Charles (Billy) and Melzetta Greene, mother Kimberly Greene, uncle Gregory Greene. He leaves to cherish, devoted and loving aunts, Wanda Greene (mother), Lisa (Eric) Lyons (Nashville, TN), uncle Tony (Lori) Greene (Iowa), children Jermar Jr.,…
Alberta Julia Morrison, born the 12th child of 14 children, September 21, 1951, to the proud parents of John and Willie Mae Morrison. She was a graduate of Rule High School. Preceded in death by parents, John and Willie Mae Morrison; five brothers and two sisters. Survived by her loving and devoted children, son, Keith…
Dorothy Patricia Lee was born on December 4, 1944 in Chicago, IL. to the late Dorothy Pratt. Sharing over 50yrs of Love & Life with her husband, Willie B. Lee, she spent the majority of her life living and raising her family in Chicago, IL. Later, she relocated to Knoxville, Tn. to be closer to…
Gyasi R. Redmond age 43 was the son of the late Perry O. Redmond Sr. and Dr. Jane Smith Redmond. Gyasi was confirmed and baptized at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Knoxville, TN by Bishop William Saunders. He attended elementary and high schools in Columbus, Ohio and Knoxville and graduated from Bearden High School in 1994….
Knoxville, TN – Mary Ellen “Lefty” Glover, was born to John and Hattie Glover, March 10, 1926 and departed this life, June 11, 2020. Preceded in death by many loved ones, including her parents, siblings, and a host of friends and loved ones. Mary was a faithful employee of the Hyatt Regency Knoxville until her…
Jerry Bias a loving and devoted son, husband, and father was born on February 8, 1978, and passed away on June 11, 2020. Born in Central Islip N.Y, he was the son of Raymond Bias Sr. and Chantie Bias Barnes. Although only 42 at the time of his death, Jerry affected many people in his…
Johnny Epps, Jr., was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, May 18, 1933. He departed from us, June 15, 2020. Johnny was married to Ajamah for 31 years. He was retired from the US Navy after 25 years of service, where he was a navy recruiter. He also served on several naval ships. Johnny loved traveling…
Knoxville – Darryl “D. Flo” Florence passed away June 7, 2020 at U.T. Hospital. He was born on September 8, 1989. Preceded in death by father, Darryl Florence Sr. Darryl is survived by his loving mother, Ruth Ann Crump and devoted sister, Darresa Florence; sons, Tre’Veyon and Keilan Florence; grandmothers, Ruth Crump and Audria Rollins…
Knoxville, TN – Dwayne Antoine Mitchell was born in New York, NY to the proud parents of Joseph Mitchell and Robin Blocker on October 2, 1976. Dwayne was the oldest of 7 children. Dwayne grew up in The Bronx, NY, and was educated in the New York City Public School System. Dwayne enjoyed spending the…
Helen Ann Patrick, formerly of Knoxville, passed away in Nashville, TN. A devoted faithful member of Peace and Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by mother, Jessie Bell Motley; son, Walter Lee Patrick Jr.; sister, Esther “Jean” Smith; brothers, Robert Charles Motley Sr., Gregory “Lavon” Motley. Survivors: children, Edward Patrick, Travist (Brandy) Patrick, Jason…
Knoxville, TN – Nancy Virginia Hazzard Glass, passed away June 4, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband of 15 years, Odell Glass who departed this life, August 29, 2011. Survivors, family in Eric, PA; brothers-in-law, Claude and William Glass; sisters-in-law, Anna Higley and Betty Collins. A family service for held for Mrs….
Knoxville, TN – Russell Phelton Bridges, age 55, went home on June 8, 2020. Russell was preceded by mother and father Betty Yvonne “Vonne” Bridges and Jimmy G. Bridges, Sr. Also, by his brother Quenton Michael Bridges. He is survived by brothers Jimmy “Gary” Bridges, Jr. (wife Pamelia Kincaid) who is currently stationed in Abu…
Knoxville, TN – On Monday, June 8, 2020, Willie Marshall “Mash” Martin, passed away at age 69. Willie was born, October 21, 1950 in Knoxville, TN to Wesley and Elizabeth Martin. Preceded in death by parents, Wesley and Elizabeth Martin; siblings, Delores Martin, David Martin and Jacqueline Martin White; nephews, and nieces, Sonja Archie, Robert…
Knoxville, TN – Remembering Our Beloved Elder Larry Brown who was born February 6, 1956 and departed this life May 25, 2020. Elder Brown will lie-in repose on Friday , June 12, 2020 from 10-6 at the Unity Mortuary. The service will be held Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 12 Noon at the Unity Mortuary…
(UPDATED) Marvin Lee Rice slept peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Friday morning May 29, 2020 at Bordeaux Long Term Care Hospital, Nashville, TN. He was born August 20, 1956 to the late Leo Sr. and Bernice Hardin Rice in Knoxville, TN. Marvin attended Tabernacle Baptist Church and was the first black member…
Douglas “Duck” Ivy was born December 2, 1949, in Oak Ridge, TN to the union of the late Charlie S. and Ruby Mae Young Ivy. He was granted eternal rest on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at The Waters of Clinton in Clinton, TN. He attended Scarboro Elementary, Robertsville Jr, High and graduated from Oak Ridge…
KNOXVILLE, TN – It is with great sadness that the family of Kay Frances Lindsey Bowling announces her passing on Friday, June 5, 2020, at 78 years of age. She was born in Jonesville, SC. She was a 1961 graduate of Austin High School Panthers and retired from Jim Roberts Seat Belt Company and Breed,…
Rockford, TN – Eliza Marie Scudder, age 90, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2020, at her home. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Marie was a member of Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. Zion Church in Rockford, TN where she served as a member of the Deaconess Board and Missionary Society….
James Henry Dubose passed away June 4, 2020 at Parkwest Medical Center. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of James Henry Dubose, please visit our floral store.