Barbara Jean Tate Whittington was born to the late George and Parolee Tate in Mascot, TN on February 20, 1936. On the morning of March 1, 2021, our Heavenly Father called Barbara Jean to her eternal home. She was preceded in death by her parents; former husband, Horace Whittington; three brothers and one sister: George…
Sabrina Diana Harper was born March 9, 1974, to Mrs. Ella Mae and Mr. Jimmy Harper in Winston-Salem NC. She departed this life, February 27, 2021 in Knoxville, TN. Preceded in death by mother, and one brother. Left to cherish her memories, father, Mr. Jimmy (Eydie) Harper; son, Tevin Lamar Harper; brothers, Ricky (Monique), Keshawn…
Morristown, Tn – Shelby Brooks passed away on Monday, March 02, 2020. Shelby Brooks was a resident of Rochester, New York at the time of her passing.
SFC William Don Wykle, Jr. peacefully transitioned on March 2, 2021 at his home. He was born March 28, 1945 to William Sr. and Corine Jones Wykle in Knoxville, Tennessee. William graduated from Austin High School, class of 1963. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army with 23 years of service. He…
Geraldine Clara Warrington- departed this life, March 1, 2021 at home. She was born May 15, 1932, in Talcott W. VA, to parents Clarence and Alberta Sanders Haynes. Preceded in death by husbands Josh Warrington, and Twint Fryson; children, Roy, Teresa and Lorraine Warrington. Retired from Charleston Area Medical Center and Holston Health Care Center….
Knoxville, TN – Whitney Smithers, 75, passed suddenly, February 25, 2021. Whitney graduated from Austin High School. He retired from the University Medical Center. He had a passion for Barber/Cosmetologist, aquarists, and crafts. He was one of a kind, a man of many gifts, talents, and a great sense of humor. Preceded in death by…
CLEVELAND, TENN. – Oscar Stanley Kelley, age 84, reigned victorious in his battle of sickness. He went home to be with the Lord and gained a brand-new body on Tuesday morning, March 2, 2021. Oscar was born in 1936 to the late Mr. Gene Kelley and Mrs. Sarah Pride, whom he richly adored. He was preceded in…
Geraldine Clara Warrington- departed this life, March 1, 2021 at home. She was born in Talcott West VA, on May 15, 1932, to Clarence and Alberta Sanders Haynes. She retired from Charleston Area Medical Center and Holston Health Care Center. Preceded in death by husbands Twint Fryson then Josh Warrington; children, Roy, Teresa and Lorraine…
Oscar Stanley Kelley passed away March 2, 2021 at Tennova Healthcare-Cleveland. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Oscar’s family, please visit our floral store.
William Don Wykle, Jr. passed away March 2, 2021 at his home. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to William’s family, please visit our floral store.
Knoxville – Douglas Eugene Crawford-age 65 of Knoxville departed this life on February 21, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia Crawford, Mother, Kathleen Lauderback, Brother George Crawford Jr., Sister Anita Moore, and other relatives. He is survived by Son, Victor Crawford (Day), Step-Son Ikee Castle, Daughters, Joetta (Dennis) Crawford, Crystal (Joe)…
Knoxville – Barbara J. Moore (BJ)- age 76 of Knoxville departed this life on February 24, 2021 at her residence with her daughter by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Tommy Moore, Sr., Children Tommy Moore, Jr., Joyce Ann Moore, Jackie and Lucille Moore and most recently Granddaughter, Shay Hicks. She…
Johnny Lee Wilson, Sr., age 78, of Alcoa, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at his home in Alcoa. He was born July 22, 1942 in Madison County, GA and moved to Alcoa with his parents, Willie B. and Mary Wilson at an early age. He was a graduate of Charles M. Hall School,…
Knoxville – Melvin Russell Kemp Sr., (Buge), age 85 of Knoxville, TN departed peacefully from this life, Thursday, February 25, 2021 at NHC Farragut Rehabilitation Center. He was born September 30, 1935 and was a graduate of Austin High School class of 1954. He retired from 3 employers (Valley Fidelity Bank, TVA and Y-12 Oak…
Gary Tyrone Nolan, Sr., 68, swiftly entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 20, 2021. Preceded in death by his son, Gary Nolan Jr.; father, Arthur Nolan; mother, Callie Nolen and siblings, Linda Cherry, Beverly, Glenda, Jessie, Michael and Marvin Nolan. Left to cherish his memory: wife, Esha Nolan, son, DeMarcus (Angela) Nolan; stepchildren, Ayauna Blair,…
Knoxville – Annie Ella “Nannie” Walker, received her wings, Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2021 at the age of 89 years old. Born, August 28, 1931 in Knoxville, TN. Preceded in death by parents, Melvin and Lessie Walker; sister, Zelma Carson; brothers, Melvin Walker Jr. and Thomas Walker. Survived by daughter, Josette Neal; sons, William Joe…
Knoxville – John W. Green, age 78, of Knoxville, TN departed peacefully from this life, February 24, 2021. John was an Air Force veteran and a graduate of Austin High School, class of 1961. He was a long-time active member of Greater Warner Tabernacle A.M.E. Zion Church, and would later attend Lomax Temple A.M.E. Zion…
Dmitri Grant Cowan, born September 20, 1945, to William Grant Cowan and Ruth O. Bearden Cowan, departed this life on February 17, 2021 at Island Home Park Health and Rehab. He was a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1965, then enlisted in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged after four years of…
Knoxville – Jewel Thompson, of Knoxville, passed away, February 18, 2021 at Fort Sanders Hospital. He was widely known through the city as the “Mayor of Lonsdale.” Preceded in death by wife, Gladys “Peggy” Thompson. Survivors, son, James “Trip” (Patricia) Thompson; daughters, Cheryl Blair, Dartrice Holloway; son, Todd (Amber) Mathis; sister, Freda Tucker; sisters-in-law, Betty…
Robert “Bobby” Lee Woodruff Sr., age 77, of Knoxville, Tennessee, was released into the arms of his Savior on February 18, 2021 at 12:10 pm at Fort Sanders Hospital with his family by his side. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Robert was born to parents George Woodruff and Jeanette Atchley…
Maryville, TN – Randall Clay Harris, age 77, of Maryville, departed this world on February 21, 2021 at his home surrounded by family, he was a loving father. Retired Supervisor AAM, Detroit, MI. Preceded in death by his father Crayton Harris and mother Julia A. Williams-Harris, brother Melvin C. Harris, Wayne Harris, Danny Harris, sister…
Janaria Vernita Muhammad, known as NaNa, went home to be with the Most High on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was born on Thursday, November 17, 2005 to loving parents, Lawrence Alphues Muhammad and Jacqueline Elaine Tuggle-Muhammad in Knoxville, Tennessee. Janaria attended Goodes Temple A.M.E. Zion Church where she was baptized as a young child. She…
Frank Irvin Terrell, age 80, was born in Knoxville, TN, October 13, 1940, to the late William and Catherine “Mama Cat” Mallory Terrell. He peacefully departed this life, February 18, 2021, after courageously putting up a good fight against a lengthy illness. Frank grew up in Knoxville and was an avid sportsman as was displayed…
Knoxville – Mr. Willie Thomas Andrews, Sr., of Knoxville, TN passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021. He was born November 22, 1932 to the late Willie and Mamie Lou Willis Andrews. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. He is…
Knoxville – Stanley Antonio Freeman Jr “Lil Stan” of Knoxville, TN. The son of Shavalyae Kyle and Stanley Freeman. Born May 21, 2004, a student of Austin East High School, departed this life, February 12, 2021. Stanley was a determined young man with a contagious smile. He developed a love for fast cars at a…