Powell, TN – William “David” Hunter, age 73, of Powell, TN, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2021. He was a retired detective from Knox County Sheriff’s Office, a former op-ed columnist for The Knoxville News Sentinel for 27 years, the author of 21 books, and of numerous magazine articles from Jack and Jill, Mad…
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…
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…
On its 35th Anniversary, the Love Kitchen was gifted with a new van long-time supporter Rusty Wallace Nissan, and a check for $7,428.49 and 12 barrels of canned food from the County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Love Kitchen has a long history of service in Knox County. It provides meals, clothing,…
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…
On Friday, Feb. 19, the city mayor, City Council members, senior City staff, State Representatives, and Senators who represent Knox County legislative districts will meet for the annual legislative planning session. The public can follow virtually. KNOXVILLE, TN (February 2021) – The annual Budget Retreat is a public meeting that will be conducted via Zoom in…
Knoxville, TN – James Alvin Davis born in Gadsden, Alabama, a native of Detroit, MI and a resident of Knoxville, TN for over 30 years, departed this life on February 3, 2021. He was preceded in death; by Brother Kenneth Davis, Mother, Mrs. Helen Davis, Father, Mr. James H Davis, Sr, and Brother Ishman Davis….
The Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation and Google Cloud have partnered to present the largest free virtual HBCU College Fair in the nation. This is the 19th Annual HBCU college fair, presented by ASBC but this year it will be virtual and available to more participants. Alexandria, VA (BPRW) February 4, 2021 — The Alfred…
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…