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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
KNOXVILLE – Ernest W Johnson Sr passed away November 11, 2019. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfunerlhome1962.com.
Mary Nell Lee passed away November 7, 2019 at UT Medical Center. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com.
KNOXVILLE – Avery Scott Moore, born October 12, 1959 was received peacefully by his Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Preceded in death, his mother Barbara Moore; father Calvin Goins; daughter, Stephanie Moore; sister, Renee Williams; brother, Alex Moore. Avery was a Christian, he accepted the Lord at an early age. He leaves…
MARYVILLE, TN – Leroy B. Buchanan was born on March 18, 1949 and transitioned from this life on November 5, 2019. Leroy was preceded into eternity by mother Candice Scott, father Claude Thomas, stepfather Leroy Scott, brothers Tyrone and Noble Henry, grandson Ja’Colby Hill-Westbrook as well as other uncles, aunts and cousins. Leroy graduated from…
Knoxville – Willie E. Conner passed away November 5, 2019 surrounded by his family; born to Tolbert and Fannie Lee Conner, April 7, 1939 in Aliceville. Alabama. Educated at Summerville High School in Aliceville, Alabama. Willie was employed at Continental Can Company in Windsor Lock, CT for 30 years. He retired and relocated to Knoxville,…
Knoxville – Mahlon Tyrone Prater, departed this life at UT Medical Center, November 1, 2019. Mahlon graduated from Austin East High school and UT Culinary Arts. A very outgoing person who will be missed by all that knew him. Preceded in death by father, Bobby Prater; sister, Latonya Prater-Taylor. Left to cherish his memories, mother,…
Knoxville – Shyteshia Dionne Gant, passed from this world, Thursday, October 31, 2019. A resident of Knoxville, provided cheerful customer service. Shyteshia is survived by, devoted son, Trevante Gant; mother, Bridget Jordan; sister, Shanice Gant; grandmothers, Barbara Gant, Rachel Dean; several aunts and cousins, along with many life long friends. The family will receive friends,…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Adrian E. “Tip” Jones passed away Adrian Eugene Jones, 51, affectionately known as Tip, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 31, 2019. Tip graduated South Young High School Class of 1986 followed by Job Corp. Previous employment was Southern Railroad; at the time of passing, he was employed at 84 Lumber. Preceded…
Knoxville – Alice Williams Hardin- age 62, of Knoxville, TN entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. She was born June 29, 1956 in Chattanooga, TN. Alice was preceded in death by mother, Dorothy Myrtle Williams. She leaves to mourn her passing: loving and devoted brother, David Jerome Williams of Knoxville; 3 children, Tina,…