Harriet Johnson passed away May 13, 2020 at Beverly Park Place Health and Rehab. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Knoxville -Diaz Olajuwon Houston, Sr., age 29, was born March 31, 1991 and departed this life on May 12, 2020. Diaz attended South Doyle High School and was a member of the Cherokee’s wrestling team. He later transferred and graduated Powell High School, Class of 2010. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Elma…
Our beloved Richard L. Benjamin age 59, formerly of Oliver Springs TN entered eternal peace on Thursday May 7, 2020 in Jacksonville Florida. He was a graduate of Clinton Senior High School. His employment included being an over the road truck driver, many years with the Department of Energy, and had many years of owning…
Knoxville – Joequetta “Nana” S. Tuft- passed away, May 8, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Community Evangelistic Church in Knoxville. She was employed at Always Moore, Janitorial Service. Preceded in death by her father, Joseph L. Tuft II. Survivors, children, Michael and Jasmine Rogers; mother, Margo Thompson; sisters, Chanda Williams; brother,…
Fred H. Foster passed away May 11, 2020 at Methodist Medical Center. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Lisa “Peaches” LaTrease Cody, 53, was born May 31, 1966 to William “Bill” Castle and Loretta Cody in Knoxville, TN. Due to a medical emergency, Peaches transitioned unexpectantly from a laborer to reward on May 10, 2020. Peaches graduated Fulton High School class of 1985 and received her Business Degree from Rice College. She was…
LOUISVILLE, TN – Rev. Dr. Ralph J. Miller, Jr. went to his eternal rest on Monday May 4, 2020. He was born August 3, 1943 to the late Ralph Sr. and Emma Walker Miller. Rev. Miller pastored Emmanuel United Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN and retired from Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Alcoa, TN. Rev. Miller attended…
Joseph Garfield Long, Jr. passed away May 8, 2020 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Little Richard was a founding father of the genre of Rock n’ Roll from its inception. His influence included The Beatles, who opened for Little Richard as he toured Europe in 1962. He also advised Paul McCartney on his distinctive vocalizations. Little Richard influenced Otis Redding, James Brown, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, John Lennon and…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Salinna LaTrice Hardy, age 28, passed peacefully in the arms of the Lord on May 7, 2020 at Kindred Healthcare in Chattanooga, TN after a long battle with Juvenile Diabetes. Salinna was born November 13, 1991 in Knoxville, TN to the parents of Sidney and Valrie Hardy. Salinna was an “Old Soul”…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Robert Kent Goodloe, born October 4, 1946, entered Heaven on Wednesday, May 06, 2020. Kent served in the U.S. Army and was later employed by Premier Parking for more than 20 years where his friendly personality and warm smile allowed him to form many friendships. He faithfully attended Foster Chapel Baptist Church and…
Rev. Dr. Ralph J. Miller, Jr. went to his eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2020. He was born August 3, 1943, to the late Ralph Sr. and Emma Walker Miller. Rev. Miller pastored Emmanuel United Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN and retired from Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Alcoa, TN. Rev. Miller attended several colleges and…
ALCOA, TN – McKinley Flowers, Jr., 92, passed from this world on May 2, 2020. McKinley was preceded in death by his parents, McKinley Sr. and Priscilla Flowers, and his siblings: Hattie Mae, Thomas, Pauline, Ethel, Mamie, Nathaniel, Annie Ruth, Dorothy, and Earnest. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Magnolia and…
KNOXVILLE, TN – It is with great sadness the family of Johnnie Mae Patterson shares her passing on Friday, May 1, 2020 at 79 years old. She was born on July 29, 1940. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Emma Patterson; Uncle and Aunt Reverend Oscar and Irene Kelly and Aunt Dorothy Wright….
KNOXVILLE, TN – On Wednesday, April 28, 2020, George M. Phillips, devoted father, family member and friend, passed away at age 80. He was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee and graduated from Austin High School. He worked for various companies throughout his life, most notable were the Knoxville Utility Board (KUB) and The Foundry….
KNOXVILLE, TN – Bessie Mae Jackson, age 77, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on May 4, 2020. She was born June 2, 1942 in Newberry, SC. Accepting Christ in 1962, she was a life-long member of Peace & Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church. Bessie loved the Lord, her family, friends, and church…
Willie L. Boaz passed away on May 2, 2020. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com.
KNOXVILLE, TN – Anthony E. “Tee” Sanford, III, gained his wings on April 30, 2020, at age 24. As a youth, “Tee” was actively involved at Children of God Ministry COGIC. He participated with the Sunshine Band and many activities with the youth department. He attended Powell Middle School and graduated from Central High School….
Ermia Jean Shepard passed away April 29, 2020.Arrangements are forthcoming. Her 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 Ermia Jean Shepard, please visit our floral store.
KNOXVILLE, TN – Shelia A. Davis Luster, age 63, went to be with the Lord peacefully on April 28, 2020 at Harriman Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of the late James T. “Tommy” Davis and Fredda J. Davis born on July 31, 1956, in Knoxville TN. Shelia graduated from Austin East High School in…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) – Sharon R. Harshaw Gardner 64, born to Dempsey Harshaw and Margaret Riddle Harshaw, departed this life, April 29, 2020 at her home. Survivors, husband, Eddie Gardner; sons, Eric and Tony Harshaw; brother, Ricco Harshaw, and a host of nieces and nephews. Open visitation, 3-6 p.m., Saturday at Jarnigan’s Chapel. Funeral service, 3…
Knoxville – Melvin Curtis Henry was born August 16, 1945; and was called to Glory by his Heavenly Father while surrounded by his family on April 24, 2020 at UT Hospital. Preceded in death by parents, Earl John Henry Sr. & Ophelia Henry; brother, Earl John Henry Jr.; and former wife, Lisa Henry. Survived by…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) – Wynees Wynn Brinson Sunrise: May 4, 1949 – Sunset: April 26, 2020 was born to the Charlie Wynn and Wyleen Jenkins in Houston County, GA. and was raised by her father Charlie and (step-mother) Melba Wynn. She gave her life to Christ at an early age. Wyness and her 3 sons live…
Eric V. Curd Sr, born January 3, 1972, departed this life April 17, 2020 at his home. He attended Rule High School and was employed by CMC Steel formerly Ameristeel/Gerdau for 18 years where he worked as an Assistant Furnace Operator. He had several hobbies that included; hunting, fishing, boat riding, mowing grass and of…
Ruby Jean Oliver, of Oak Ridge, passed away April 22, 2020 at her home. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com