By Bill Chappell NPR (January 22, 2021) – Hank Aaron, seen as a hero for shattering Babe Ruth’s home run record and also for his longtime advocacy for civil rights, has died. “Hammerin’ Hank” was 86. The Atlanta Braves confirmed his death on Friday. “We are absolutely devastated by the passing of our beloved Hank. He…
Maryville, TN – Ms. Anita Louise Young of Maryville, TN, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, was a retired nurse and was employed as security at Waldon and Alliance prior to her passing. She was a hard worker and looked forward to retirement this year. She was a proud Minister, and happy with every accomplishment that she…
Amachi Knoxville celebrated National Mentoring Month by pairing 20 children, who have an incarcerated parent, with mentors. AMACHI [a-ma-chee] is a Nigerian word that means “who knows but what God has brought us through this child.” Knoxville, TN – January is National Mentoring Month and there is no better way to start the year than with new,…
Jonnie May Dean was born in Alcoa, Tennessee, on April 9, 1948, at Blount Memorial Hospital and died on January 22, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, James Roy Dean Sr., Alberta Carter, and her grandparents. Jonnie graduated from Charles M. Hall High School in Alcoa. She went on to receive her Associate’s degree from Pellissippi State…
Knoxville – Lethaniel Jackson of Knoxville TN, 86 passed away January 12, 2021 at UT Hospital. Lethaniel aka Baby Lee was born March 7, 1934. Preceded in death by mother Leo Martin and Father Jeuroy Jackson, uncle Clarence Mcgraw and daughter, Karen Jackson. Survived by brother Lee Jackson; grandkids, Andrea Jackson, Wesley Jackson, Courtney Jackson,…
Knoxville – Marquis Anthony Nolan was born in Knoxville, TN to Mark and Tonya Nolan on January 7, 1998. Marquis will be missed and will always be loved by his family. Marquis is preceded in death by his grandparents; Callie Nolen, Jessie Cooper, Sheila Rucker, and Sam Thompson, and sister, Marshae Nolan. He leaves to…
James (Jimmy) Mason Sr. of Knoxville, departed this life on January 21, 2021, at University of Tennessee Hospital. He was the son of the late Samuel and Barbara Jean Jarnigan Mason. He was a member of Shiloh Pentecostal Fellowship Church of God Inc. Jimmy was in the Austin class of 1966. Retired from U.T. Physical…
Knoxville – Mary ‘Margie” Howell Kincaid was peacefully called home to Glory on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Mrs. Kincaid was preceded in death by her father Mr. William Henry Howell, mother Virginia Wright, her two brothers, two sisters, daughter Gloria-Anne Kincaid and Kimberly Capps Kincaid. Mrs….
In celebration of Black History Month, an Art and Poetry Competition for Anderson County students is accepting submissions through February 19, 2021. All grade levels of the Oak Ridge school system are welcomed to participate in the Black History Art and Poetry Competition. The theme of the competition, “Honoring the Struggle, Celebrating the Triumphs and…
Kenneth Eugene Allmon, Jr. “Ken” departed this life on January 23, 2021 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was born May 15, 1974 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Kenneth Sr. and Renee’ T. Allmon. Ken completed his high school education in the Knox County School System on June 24, 1992. He loved to cook and had an aspiration…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Frankie Inez (Lorick) Riddles was born January 10, 1921 in Kussuth, Mississippi to the proud parents of Ed Lorick and Effie Norman. Frankie transitioned from labor to reward on January 23, 2021, en route to the hospital. Frankie married Woodrow Riddles Sr. and lived in Corinth, MS until the family moved to Knoxville,…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Michael Riddles, born July 14, 1951, departed this life on Saturday, January 23, 2021, on the same day as his loving mother, Frankie Inez Riddles. He was a graduate of Austin East High School, Class of 1970. Michael was employed with TDOT until a work injury forced retirement after many years of dedicated…
Ruth Patricia “Pat” Brown, 85, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 21, 2021. Pat, a native of Knoxville, TN, was born to the late Calloway (Calvin) and Daisy R. Johnson on August 8, 1935. Pat was a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1954. After graduation, she attended Tennessee State University….
Editor’s note: David Hunter passed away shortly after submitting his last editorial piece for publication in the Enlightener. He was a friend, colleague and ally. I sought him after the Knoxville News Sentinel’s reconstruction eliminated most local columnists. We became allies. I was honored to have him grace the Enlightener platform with his experience in…
Oak Ridge, TN – Willie Charles Booker was born August 12, 1943 in West Point, Mississippi to the union of the late C.D. Booker and Augusta Booker. He departed this life on January 22, 2021, at Diversicare of Oak Ridge, Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He was one of “The Oak Ridge 85” students who made history when…
Wilma Jean Upton departed this life on January 15, 2021. She was born July 5, 1947, in Knoxville, TN and lived the last 20 years in Normal, IL. After retiring from OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Normal, IL, she returned home to Knoxville to be with her family. Preceded in death by parents Samuel…
The Women’s Coalition/Maryville Huddle provides accurate information that impacts the daily lives of all Tennesseans; the voting position of Tennessee and Federal elected officials and encourages citizens to connect with their elected officials. Blount County, TN – The Maryville Huddle group monitors legislation as it passes through the TN General Assembly, which usually meets between January…
Anthony J. Page, Jr., age 33, was born Friday, September 11, 1987, to Lisa Michelle Flemming and Anthony J. Page, Sr. in Knoxville, TN. He departed this life on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Anthony graduated from Austin East Magnet High School, class of 2006. Following graduation, he attended Tribe One to study Musical Art. Anthony…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Ronald Eugene Turner was born June 14, 1956, to Mary Ann Turner and Limb Simpson in Calhoun, Georgia. He departed this life on January 12, 2021, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Ronnie was educated in Knoxville City Schools. Ronnie accepted Christ at an early age. Ronnie loved to cook and show…
Knoxville – Shirley A. Holloway, age 66, departed this life on January 15, 2021 in Knoxville TN. She was born December 23, 1955, to James E. Sr. and Helen Holloway. Preceded in death by both parents; Helen Holloway and James Holloway Sr., brother James Holloway Jr. and step-brother Andrew Henry. Survived by children Shiawanna M….
KNOXVILLE, TN – Johnnie Mae Langston departed this life peacefully on Thursday, January 14, 2021, at U.T. Medical Center. She was born on October 22, 1957, to parents Johnny Herndon, mother Sarah Langston in Knoxville. She attended Laurel Church of Christ. She worked for many years at Children’s Hospital and Knox County Schools. Johnnie Mae…
KNOXVILLE, TN (UPDATED) – Jonah B. Caldwell Jr, age 25, was called to his heavenly home on January 18, 2021. He was a graduate of Austin-East High School Class of 2013, where he played football as a cornerback. Jonah also attended Pellissippi State Community College. He attended Overcoming Believers Church. He loved shoes and was a…
KNOXVILLE, TN – George Cornell “Hawk” Manning departed his earthly home on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at U.T. Medical Center. George was born on December 24, 1948, to the late Mr. Amos C., Sr. and Mrs. Anna L. Manning. George attended Austin High School. He loved to cook, barbecue, and was an avid fisherman. He…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Jefferson Wesley Moore entered into eternal rest January 16, 2021 at NHC St. Mary’s nursing home. He was born in Georgia January 31, 1938, to the union of James and Susie Mae Moore. He is preceded in death by his wife Melissa Moore, son; Jefferson W. Moore, sisters; Stella Moore and Ora…
KNOXVILLE, TN (January 19, 2021) – The Knoxville Area Urban League (KAUL) is offering hands-on PPP paperwork assistance for any small-disadvantaged business needing help to prepare and submit a PPP forgivable loan application. Another round of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) opened on January 11, 2021. This round is targeted for small and minority businesses…