Bertie Ree Tillery
Bertie Ree Tillery, age 75, passed away peacefully at her home March 12, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Chambers Tillery, and daughter, Ingrid Tillery. She was a member of Greater Warner Tabernacle AME…
Frank Williams, Jr.
Frank “Junior” Williams Jr., was born May 10, 1929, in Knoxville, TN. He departed this life, at the age of 90 years old, Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Retired from the Gouffon Moving and Storage Company. He leaves to…
Faith Over Fear in Times of Distress
By Pat Benn KNOXVILLE, TN (March 19, 2020) – Today as I arose my heart sank. News dress on social media, newspaper headlines, Facebook, Instagram, and the list continues, all focused on the coronavirus. Pastors, theologians, teachers, preachers,…
At Home Learning Links
The information provided is recommended by the Knox County Schools System as resources to explore until it’s safe to reopen schools. Supplemental Education Resources Below are resources for your children to use while away from the classroom. Each…
You Can Order Beer with Food Deliveries
TN Craft Brewers Guild Requests Assistance From Governor Lee. Metropolitan Nashville Beer Permit Board Adopts Emergency Regulations for Delivery and Curbside Service of Beer. NASHVILLE, TN (March 20, 2020) – The Nashville area has been hard hit…
City of Knox Online Vendor Registry & Bidding
KNOXVILLE, TN (March 18, 2020) – In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Knoxville has added the option to view our bid openings and attend pre-bid meetings via Zoom and will be encouraging vendors to…
Knox County Schools will provide grab-n-go meals while schools are closed.
In an effort to help further mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Knox County Schools will close through Friday, April 3, 2020. This includes all school-sponsored and community events. Please know this is a rapidly evolving situation and we…
Comcast, Charter 60 Days Free Internet to Homes with Students
COMCAST will not disconnect a customer’s internet service or assess late fees if they contact us and let us know that they can’t pay their bills during this period. March 13, 2020- Comcast and Charter announced Friday, March…
Secret Growth: Contributions of Blacks to the Manhattan Project
OAK RIDGE, TN (March 2020) – The community encouraged to visit a special exhibit “Secret Growth” at the American Museum of Science and Energy. It tells the story of some of the contributions of African-Americans to the Oak…
Women’s History: Lila Smith, Physicist Oak Ridge, TN
International Women’s History Month: Hidden History in Oak Ridge, TN By Rose Weaver Lila Smith, U.S. Atomic Energy Commission holds a B.S.Degree in Mathematics from Lemoyne College and an M.S. degree in Physics from Howard University. Her…
Gene M. “Jakie” Gray Jr.
Gene M. “Jakie” Gray Jr., formerly of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at his home March 3, 2020 in Hollywood, Florida. Gene was educated in the Knoxville City School System, he attended Greene Elementary, Vine Junior and Austin High…
Anthony “Tony” Blakely 1959 – 2020
Tony Anthony Blakely 60, born June 16, 1959 to Dorothy and Horace Blakely Sr., in Knoxville; departed this life, March 9, 2020. A Veteran and retired fireman. Survived by mother, Dorothy Blakely; children, Patrick, Amber, Anthony, and Eizak Blakely;…
Bertie Tillery, age 75
Her remains rest with Unity Mortuary.
Faith Believers Ministries
Join Pastors Gerard and Charlesetta Branch and the Faith Believers family this Sunday for the word. The focus of the message will be “Making Room.” Apostle Branch and Prophetess Charlesetta would love to have you come out and…
Charles Rader, age 89
Knoxville – Charles J. Rader, age 89, transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home March 4, 2020. Waiting on his arrival was his parents Noah and Mamie Rader. Grandson Bronson Williams and sister Flora Edna Blue…
Sarah Frances Fuller
ALCOA, TN – Sarah Frances Voydeen Peace Fuller age 82, was born July 6, 1937, in Nash County of North Carolina to the late Lewis and Susie Peace. Sarah Voydeen was called to be present with the Lord…
Emanuel Martin Jr., age 88
KNOXVILLE, TN – Emanuel Martin, Jr. was born May 22, 1932, in Knoxville Tennessee and departed this life on March 6, 2020 at Fort Sanders NHC. He was a graduate of Austin High School class of 1953 and…
William Farris, Jr, age 74
William Farris Jr age 75 passed away at UT Medical Center on Friday, March 6, 2020, after a brief illness He is preceded in death by his parents William Farris Sr and Marzona Farris and granddaughter Keywana Bingham….
Sylvia Fransine Siler Page, age 89
Sylvia Fransine Siler Page, born November 16, 1961, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, March 6, 2020 at Island Home Park Health & Rehab. She will truly be missed. Preceded in death by her…
Shannon Lanette Matthews
KNOXVILLE, TN – Shannon Lanette Matthews departed this life, March 7, 2020 at 50 years old. She was a graduate of Austin East School’s class of 1988. She was loved by everyone. Preceded in death by mother, Johnetta…
Carl A. Taylor
Knoxville – Carl A. Taylor, Age 87, passed away on March 9, 2020. He was a member of Sought Out Ministries Christian Center. Carl had a great sense of humor and loved outdoors, and animals. He loved his…
Samuel Dickson
Knoxville, TN – Samuel Dickson was called home Wednesday, March 4, 2020. He was a retiree of Tennessee Valley Authority, Knoxville, TN. He is preceded in death by mother, Ida Belle McClellan, wife, Daisy Arnetta Dickson, daughter, Catha…
Harriet Tubman National Day of Recognition, March 10th
By Patricia Williams Today March 10th is Harriet Tubman Day, a National holiday signed into law on March 9, 1990, by President George HW Bush. This is the date of her death. Born into slavery her birthdate is unknown….
Anna Delores Davis, age 74
Knoxville – Anna Delores Davis went from labor to reward on March 8, 2020. She was born June 23, 1945 in Lexington, KY to the late John Will and Mary Elizabeth Brown. Anna grew up in and was…
Mary Alice Doney
Knoxville – Mary Alice Doney, age 58, of Knoxville formerly of Oak Ridge, TN passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020 at her home. She was a very giving person volunteering to help anyone in need. She loved…