Knoxville – John Alan Smith, of Knoxville, was born on February 28, 1964 to the late Margaret Louise Smith Parks and John Marshall Parks. Mr. Smith departed this life on February 5, 2021 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his parents. He leaves to cherish his memory his siblings:…
Elberton, GA – Thelma J. Hester, formerly of Elberton, GA, transitioned from this life to enter eternal rest with the Lord on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born, June 7, 1931 to Reverend Lamar and Alice Cade Hester, Thelma was known as being a devout servant and member of Hunter’s Chapel AME until her health declined….
Knoxville – Brian Scott Hicks, of Knoxville, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021. He is survived by Mother, Judy Adkins, Father, David Hicks, Children, Danity and Devin Hicks, Siblings, Ashley and Kenny Hicks, Nieces and Nephews, Benjamin Yarbrough, Ashlyn Hicks, Sadie Hicks; Uncles, Aunts other relatives and friends. Mr. Hicks will lie-in-repose on Saturday…
Arthur Charles Robinson was born July 10, 1942, in Sherman, Alabama to the late Willie C. Moore and Aserine Robinson. He grew up in Oak Ridge, TN. Arthur Charles was part of the historic “Oak Ridge 85” where black students from the Scarboro Community integrated Oak Ridge High School and Robertsville Junior High. Arthur Charles…
Knoxville – Lorenzo “Low” Tate 63 of Knoxville departed this life Thursday, February 11, 2021. He was born to Elder J.C Tate and Missionary Leonia Sims Tate. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was employed by Knox County School System. Preceded in death by parents and brother, Robert Tate; sisters, Maxine Jones, Elsie Moore…
LaFollette – Ernest Samuel Reagan departed life, Friday, February 11, 2021, at home, age, 74 born April 5, 1945 in LaFollette, TN. Ernest Reagan graduated LaFollette High School. He was honorably discharged from United States Army, retired from Knoxville TVA. Ernest was hardworking man. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edith and Ernest…
Knoxville – Evangeline Smith Young of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord, February 9, 2021 at the age of 96. Van as she was affectionately known by her family transitioned at home under the watch of her eldest son, Unfreno Saharra Young, son, Herrara Young; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends,12:30…
Smyrna – Pearson “Doonie” Branner, JR.- went home to be with his heavenly Father, February 10, 2021 in Smyrna, TN. Preceded in death by mother, and father, Vivian Clemons Branner and Pearson “Pig” Branner; sister, Ann Branner. He leaves to cherish his memories, daughter, Deborah Fleming (Jimmy Morris); grandchildren, Alana (Demarco) Palmer, Timmeshia Fleming (Darius…
KNOXVILLE, TN – James Edward DuBose, age 75, was born, May 18, 1945 in Alcoa, Tennessee to Embry E. DuBose and Edith I. Kelly DuBose. He departed this life, February 14, 2021. Jim was a graduate of Austin High School class of 1963, a United States Army veteran and a retiree of IBM with over…
Clinton, TN – Willis Lance Hardin, age 36, departed this life on Sunday, February 7, 2021 to unite with his father, Durward Hardin and his grandparents, Eddie and Edna Golden, whom he admired. On March 10, 1984, Willis, a handsome baby was born. Willis was an employee of Nurturing Independence Inc. in Knoxville, TN where…
Knoxville – Lawrence H. Wynn (Larry) 65 of Knoxville departed this life Saturday, February 6, 2021. He was born to Sarah E. Wynn and L. H. Morgaine. He was a graduate of Austin-East Class of 1973. Larry was a stand-out football player in high school and continued his playing career at Livingstone College in Salisbury…
Nikita Monique Kennedy Nunez, born February 23, 1991, tragically passed on January 31, 2021 to be with her father Antonio Donte’ Carr, grandfather Victor Kennedy and sister Marcia Crider. She leaves to mourn her passing, 4 beautiful children, Akiriyon Gilmore, Zyriyon Kennedy, Sire and Bella Nunez. Mother Angela (Dewayne) Williams, devoted grandmother Jackie Corpening, grandfather…
Knoxville – Rufus Eugene Nance- of Knoxville departed this life on January 21, 2021. He is survived by a host of relatives and many friends. There will be a Memorial Service held at a later date. Unity Mortuary is honored to serve the Nance family. www.unitymortuary1979.com.
Alcoa, TN – James “Romie” Christopher Tyson, 40, departed this life on February 3, 2021 in his home. James never met a stranger and was loved by many. He made it his mission to help others and to ensure no one left his presence without him departing a philosophic word of wisdom first. James attended…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp, “Reese”, was born January 5, 1964 to Lois J. Sanders and Thomas Lee Snapp, Sr. in Knoxville, TN. He transitioned on February 5, 2021 at Park West Medical Center. Reese was of Baptist faith. He graduated from Rule High School where he played basketball. He was employed by UPS and…
In loving memory of Thomas Lewis Walker 63, born January 18, 1958 it is with heavy hearts that we announce that he gained his wings, February 3, 2021. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Please join our family to celebrate the life of Thomas. Viewing 10 am – 8 p.m., Thursday,…
LOUISVILLE, TN – Diehl E. Unger, age 73, born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 28, 2021. He suffered from multiple health issues for many years from exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War. Diehl was a patriot and actively served in the U. S. Navy (1967-1971) for “3 years,…
Knoxville – Micheal Bruce Beatty of Knoxville was November 23, 1950 to the late James Charles Beatty and Willie Mae Beatty. He departed this life on February 3, 2021. He was preceded in death by Parents, Mrs. Willie Mae Beatty, James Charles Beatty, Sr., brothers: Elmer, Roscoe, and James C. Beatty Jr, Sister Patsy Ruth…
Mary Kathryn Woods, at the blessed age of 75, was called home to be with the Lord, on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021. She was preceded in death by her sons: Chancel Jr. and Lincoln Woods; her parents, Melvin and Ruth Thompson; sisters: Corrine Anderson, Evelyn Jean Love, Elizabeth McClellon and Zelma Brown; and brothers: Clyde…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Max Arthur Carter, age 71, of Knoxville, departed this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021. He was born in Greeneville, Tennessee on September 20, 1949, to Gussie L. Carter. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a graduate of East High School and East Tennessee State University. He was employed by Knoxville…
Willis Lance Hardin passed away February 7, 2021 . Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Willis’ family, please visit our floral store.
Knoxville, TN – Roman Littlejohn went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 30, 2021 surrounded by his family. Roman was born October 3, 1940 to the Late Otis Sr. and Etolia Dale Littlejohn in Dante, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his parents, Otis Sr. and Etolia Littlejohn, brothers George, Otis…
Detroit, MI – Mary “Mitzi” Warren Mitchell, age 72, formerly of Knoxville, passed away, at Grace Hospital in Detroit, MI. While residing in Knoxville, she was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. She was also a member of The Staple Community Choir where she was one of the lead vocalists. “Mitzi” graduated from Austin High…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Pinkie Pearl Daniel (72) took her heavenly wings Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at United Methodist Medical Center Oak Ridge, TN. Born October 29, 1948 in Opelika Alabama to David and Cluster Olivia Upshaw-Daniel. She was a current member of Oak Valley Baptist Church and a former member of Truelight Missionary Baptist Church…
Frones Lee Eggleston, Jr. passed away February 5, 2021 . Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Frones’ family, please visit our floral store.