Knoxville, TN – Our beloved Jarkesia Shakara Howell, born March 28, 1991, was called to join her Mom in heaven on Sunday, May 31, 2020. A loving free-spirited person, she is now amongst the angels and will forever live in our hearts. Jarkesia enjoyed life always dancing, talking, taking selfies and spending time with family. She…
Jaquan Michael Reece was born in Knoxville, TN, March 3, 2001 to Michael L. Beatty and Yolanda D. Reece. During his 19 years, Jaquan had many accomplishments. He was a football and wrestling standout at Collins Hill High School in Gwinnett County, Georgia. He was a state qualifier in wrestling and a starter on the…
Davenia “Shay” Hicks born May 8, 1982 in Houston, Texas departed this life on May 24, 2020. She was 38 yrs old. She is survived by her sons: Martavius Hicks, Jamauri, Jermany, and Jermiah Snipes: parents Betty Moore & Rexie Hicks Jr; brothers Rexie – Tinyman (Ashley) Hicks, Jamie Hicks, Dashawn Hendricks. Grandparents: Barbara (BJ)…
Knoxville – Willie James Banks Sr. 94, Knoxville passed away at home Wednesday, May 27, 2020. A faithful member of First A.M. E. Zion Church. Retired from TVA. Preceded in death by wife Edith Bernice Henderson Banks they were married over 70 years. Survived by children, Linda (Garfield) Morris, Willie (devoted daughter-in-law, Delores) Banks Jr.,…
Alcoa, TN – Clara Belle Adkins age 80, died Sunday, May 31, 2020. She is survived by a sister, Margaret Rogers of Maryland; stepsister, Shirley Rorex; son, Kevin L. Adkins (Audrey); grandson, Antoine L. Adkins; granddaughter, Destiny Adkins Kruger; step-grandson, Anthony Jones (Tania); step-granddaughter Kamanya Dennis (Marcus); great-grandchildren; Louis, Ava and Zakai; step-grandchildren, Mya, Ryann,…
Knoxville – Judy Lynn Cowan 64, passed peacefully Thursday, May 28, 2020, surrounded by her children Walter Cowan and Lamia Adams. Born in Middlesboro, Ky, June 25, 1955, to the Rev. William Matthew Foster and Ida Mae Foster. Family will receive , 5:30-6:00 Saturday June 6, 2020 at Jarnigan’s Chapel; Celebration of Life, 6:00 p.m.,…
Patrick W. Crowley, Jr. passed away May 28, 2020. 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 Patrick W Crowley, Jr, please visit our floral store.
Caleb Eugene Gaston passed away May 27, 2020. 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 Caleb Eugene Gaston, please visit our floral store.
KNOXVILLE, TN – Mildred B. Porterfield departed this life into her Heavenly Father’s loving arms on May 25, 2020, at Fort Sanders Hospital. She was a member of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church for many years. Mildred received a BS degree from Knoxville College and retired from the Knox County School System as a Cosmetology Instructor….
Knoxville – Shirley Lois Glass Dickey – age 65, departed this life unexpectedly, Monday, May 25, 2020, at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. Preceded in death by devoted husband, George, of 28 years; parents, Edgar and May Frances Glass; brothers Lucion, Jimmie, Jake, Charles, Edger Eugene; Sisters Lettie, Emma, Frances Marie. She attended Knoxville City Schools…
Knoxville – Kiarra Montrez Byrd, age 30, of Knoxville departed this life on May 21, 2020. He is survived by mother & father; Kim Dixon and Leonard Byrd, Step-father; Jermaine Wynn, Wife; Jalisa Byrd, Son; Montrez Byrd, Step-son; Zyrome Gillette. Brothers & Sisters; Michael (Josalynn Bradley) Dixon, Antwiokieytta (Reese Howard) Byrd, Constance (Brandon Macklin Sr.)…
Knoxville, TN – Betty Jo Hawkins funeral service 1pm Friday, May 28, 2020,at Jarnigans Chapel. Rev. Churchhill Moore presiding, Rev. William Caldwell eulogist. Interment Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, Lyons View Pike, Knoxville. We will be live streaming it on our Facebook pages.
Knoxville – Karen Denise Jackson, 59 of Knoxville, TN passed away, Sunday, May 24, 2020 at Park West Hospital. Karen was born, November 18, 1960 in Knoxville, TN. She was employed as a phone operator for Walmart Superstore in Turkey Creek. Karen was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. Preceded in…
Knoxville – Sandra Carolyn Hall passed away on May 19, 2020 at home. She was born to parents Ray and Mary Watson in Belleville, Michigan on July 17, 1962. The family relocated to Knoxville when Sandra was at an early age. She loved her family and never met a stranger. She was preceded in death…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Eric Eugene Harper, age 33, was born February 23, 1987 to Van E. Harper, Sr. and Angela L Nolan in Knoxville, TN. As a child, Eric was always so kind and loving and had the same demeanor as an adult. If you met Eric, you knew there would be a lasting impression. He…
Brian Wesley Winton, age 43, finished his earthly course on Saturday, May 16, 2020. He was a devoted son to Sharon Byrd and Hubert Winton, a supportive brother to Courtney Winton and loving and devoted fiancé to Tamala Anderson. Brian loved his family and was a good friend to many as well. He graduated Austin East…
Velma Ruth Harmon was born September 20, 1941 to Raymond and Prudy Goforth. She was preceded in death by her two daughters Connie Marie and Sharon Ruth Harmon, her late husband of 55 years Ishmael Lloyd Harmon. She is survived by her son Darrell Lloyd Harmon, 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, sisters Wanda (Buck)…
CLINTON, TN – Barbara Anita Jones Anderson Johnson, 85, transitioned this life on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 surrounded by her family. Barbara was born in Athens, Georgia where she finished Athens High School as the Valedictorian of her class at the age of 17. After high school she left Athens to attend Morris Brown College…
Knoxville, TN – Donald Ryan passed away May 25, 2020 at home. Open visitation, Friday, May 22, 2020, 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm, at Jarnigan’s Chapel. Services, Saturday, May 23, 2020 at 11am Jarnigan’s Chapel Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com
Knoxville, TN – Frank “Pete/Sweet Pea” Boyd Mallory, Sr., age 86, was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 14, 2020. He was a devoted provider and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was supportive and caring to his entire family, friends and community. Frank was a member of Bethel AME Church….
Chattanooga, TN – Stanley LaMont Dean passed away, May 10, 2020 in Chattanooga, TN. Stanley was born March 12, 1972 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Sandra R. Jones and Milton Jerome Dean, Sr. Stanley was a graduate of Austin-East High School, Knoxville Tennessee and attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Stanley was preceded in death…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Grace Joy Williams Smith was the eighth child born to the late Elder Robert E. Williams, Sr. and Goldie Williams on July 15, 1930. Grace was called to her eternal home on the evening of May 15, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents and six brothers and one sister:…
Louisville, TN – Isabell Alice Moulden 95, transitioned to her Heavenly home on May 13, 2020. Born to the late Nannie and Edward Senters July 3, 1924. She was a resident of Asbury Place in Maryville, Tennessee at the time of transition. Preceded in death by her husband Marcellous Moulden, brother Edward Senters Sr., Sister…
Knoxville – Qiana Shantail Brown Bennett, 40, passed away suddenly at home May 15, 2020. Born December 7, 1979, to Sandra “Tiese” Elder and Mack Brown. She attended Austin-East Magnet High School and was a faithful member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by father, Mack Brown; grandmothers, Christine Elder and Helen Brown….
Baby Boy Wells – Knoxville passes away May 13, 2020 at Ft Sanders Medical Center. Arrangements by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary. www.jarnigansmortuary.com