Knoxville – At age 103, Mrs. Olga Lash Barnes departed this life Tuesday, June 25, 2019. The daughter of Rev. Wiley H. Lash and Mrs. Mary Lash who were the founders of two Lutheran churches, several grocery stores, and other businesses. She grew up in Salisbury, N.C. where she attended public schools and graduating with…
Oak Ridge – Robbie Mae Anderson was born to the late Fonzo and Nellie Jane Scott, November 20, 1932. She peacefully departed this life, July 21, 2019 at NHC, Oak Ridge. Robbie Mae loved God and she accepted Christ into her life as her Savior; member of True Light Missionary Baptist Church. Devoted mother, wife,…
(MARYVILLE, TN) ROBERT NELSON MCGHEE, JR. 94, of Maryville, TN found rest on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. He was born on July 12, 1925 in Vonore, Tennessee and was the second son of Robert Nelse and Nancy Elvira (Black) McGhee. He grew up on the farmland that was tended by his father. He enlisted in…
Knoxville – Decision Leron-Alexander Kennedy-Descendent of Jacob, heir to the throne of Israel earned his right to rest on July 10, 2019 at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN. He is survived by parents; Ronnie Kennedy, Martika Johnson, brothers; Jermaine Johnson, Nacioun Johnson, sisters; Dream Johnson, Loyal Kennedy, Grandparents Courtney (Michelle Spears) Thomas, Ron Kennedy, Jamesena…
(OAK RIDGE, TN) Ralph Hill Jr. 84 of Lithonia GA passed away on July 13, 2019. Celebration of Life Services will be held at the South DeKalb Chapel of Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday July 21, 2019 at 2:00 PM. Family and friends may visit from 12PM to 4PM on Saturday…
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Knoxville – Joshua Ray Davenport, born December 30, 1994; entered into his eternal resting place, Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Although his death was sudden, his infectious smile and love for his family will forever remain in our hearts. “Josh” as we all called him was a member of Eternal Life Harvest Center in Knoxville, TN….
Knoxville – Joyce Moore-Burton born October 22, 1955 surrounded by family went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2019. Joyce had the warmest smile and the biggest sense of humor. She fought the good fight and was beloved by her family. She was preceded in death by her sister, Penny Loraino Moore…
Elizabeth Ann “Rita” Robin, born August 21, 1928 in Athens, TN passed away peacefully at home Sunday July 14, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents Dora and Douglas amp; Dean Scruggs Douglas Casey, spouse Sylvanus Robin, brother Dora Jr., Bennie and Edward; sister Ellen Douglas and niece Alma “Pop” George. Rita is…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Ruth Long Woodfin Hardin, a well known Gospel Singer was born, April 30, 1929 to Joseph Long, and Laudie Summers Long in Appalachia, Virginia. She joined the number of the immortal, July 10, 2019. She was the first African-American to perform at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium as the opener for Mahalia Jackson….
Mother Martha Lillian Byrd Cleveland was born on Feb. 7, 1926, in Loudon, TN. She was the second of seven children born to the late Robert and Curra Bates Cleveland. She departed this earthly life on Saturday, June 29, 2019, at 2:57 a.m. at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville. She was preceded in death…
Knoxville – Bertha Mae Keys departed this life on June 18, 2019 at Fort Sanders Hospital. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Keys; sons Cecil, Shawn and Jamar; grandson Azy’Rion; brothers-in-law, Doug, Sammie and Buddie Keys; sister-in-law, Freddie Sensabaugh, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends 2:30-3:30p.m. Thursday at Jarnigan’s Chapel; funeral…
Knoxville – Margaret Houston was born, May 12, 1932 in Thornton, Arkansas. She was one of eight children born to William, Sr. and Marean Greene. Throughout her life, Margaret demonstrated resiliency and fortitude. After losing her mother at 14 years old, Margaret graduated from high school at 16 years old and enter Shorter College in…
KNOXVILLE – Julian Dixson, Jr., the fourth child born to the late Julian Dixson, Sr. and Mary Ella Dixson. Born in Knoxville, TN, April 13, 1940. He departed this life, Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Fort Sanders Hospital after an illness. Employed and retired from the Knox County School System. Member of New Friendship Missionary…
Knoxville – Michael Edward Woods, “Mike”, age 53, of Knoxville, departed this earthly dwelling place on Thursday, June 27, 2019. He attended Mt. Juliet High School and was a 1989 graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He was employed by USF Holland in Knoxville, where he had worked for 12 years. He is preceded…
Knoxville – Fred Kenneth “Ken” Upton, Sr., passed away on Monday, June 24, 2019. Ken attended High Point High School in Sweetwater and Madisonville High in Madisonville, TN. He was employed at Alcoa for 35 years. Ken was an avid golfer and member of The Green Turf Association. He was a member of Goodfriend Baptist…
Mildred Alice V. Constant-Taylor, age 83, was born in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late George Elvert and Eva Lois Peters-Constant. She passed away July 7, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband Willie James Taylor and her daughter Hylane Finley. Sisters, Mary Constant, Goldie Whaley; her brothers, Marshal Smartt, William Constant, Gary Constant, and…
Knoxville – Jessie Lou Bell Harper passed away peacefully July 9, 2019. She was born September 12, 1941 in Opelika, Alabama to Charlie and Georgia Butler Bell. She was the proud wife of Dan H. Harper for 61 years and a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister and faithful servant of the Lord. Jessie was…
kNOXVILLE, TN, Lonsdale – Mrs. Annie “Ann” Jean Lockhart Smith, age 60, passed away on the early morning of July 4, 2019 at her home. She is now at home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, face to face. She was born July 29, 1958, the youngest child to Mr. Reese and Hattie Lockhart….
KNOXVILLE – Leroy Martin, Sr., son of Annie Bell and Robert Shepard was born, April 7, 1941. He peacefully slept away, July 1, 2019 at Fort Sanders Hospital. He was formerly a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church and attended Payne Avenue Baptist Church until his health failed. He was formerly employed at Union Carbide in…
Nashville – Larry Russell Chaney passed away July 1, 2019 at the age of 71. A Knoxville native, he had been a resident of Nashville, TN for 23 years. He was preceded in death by his parents Richard Sr. and Flora Bates-Chaney. Survivors, wife Geleh Massaquoi; children Angie Lowery, Markisa Chaney, Larry Chaney Jr, Taeesha…
Knoxville – Barbara Blair Ray, age 85, made her journey to Heaven, June 26, 2019. Preceded in death by parents William and Annie Blair; husband Larry Leonard Ray, and son Donald McClendon. Left to cherish her memories are, devoted daughter Darlene Tate; sons, Steven (Melissa) Ray, Leonard (Travonda) Blair, Larry Blair, and Ronald (Charlotte) Blair;…
Knoxville – James M. Wright “Jim Puney” passed away, June 27, 2019 at Tennova North Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Jim was born June 20, 1923. He is a graduate of Austin High School Class of 1937; retired from Tennessee Valley Authority. Member of Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church. Preceded in death by parents, Samuel…
Knoxville – Mrs. Hollene B. Kline passed away on Monday, June 24, 2019 at Tennova North Hospital. She was born in Chicago, IL to the late Hollis E. and Willie M. Brown. She was a member of Bethel A.M.E. church. She was employed by the Social Security Administration for 41 years and formed the Social…
Knoxville – John H. Sharp- formerly of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at his home, June 16, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Celebration of Life Services will be held, 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 29, 2019 at God’s Grace Community Church,…