(KNOXVILLE, TN) Bruce Alexander Logan Jr., born October 13, 1970 in Denver, Colorado departed this life, October 19, 2019 at Atrium Health Pineville, North Carolina. Survived by wife, Andrea Logan; children, Bryce Logan, MarQuan Brabson, Montyshia (Brabson) Logan, Mya Essie and Cuben Roberts; parents, Bruce Logan Sr. and LaDalia Logan; siblings, Lydia (Peebles) Adams and…
Early voting for the Nov. 5 City of Knoxville General Election began Oct. 16, and continues through Oct. 31. On the ballot are races for City Mayor, four City Council seats and Municipal Judge. There are six early-voting locations: – City-County Building, 400 Main St. – Downtown West, 1645 Downtown West Blvd., Unit 40 –…
Jackson was the only woman in the University of Tennessee history to receive an honorary letter in football. In recognition of Judy’s outstanding dedication and commitment to the program, The Judy Jackson Athletic Scholarship Fund has been established in her honor. KNOXVILLE, TN: Judith Cross Jackson was born May 31, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois to…
Ginger Shirell Robinson, age 44, passed away on October 21, 2019. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfunerlhome1962.com.
(UPDATED) KNOXVILLE, TN – Leonard Dewitt Freeman, age 52, passed away on October 20, 2019. Leonard was a very loyal, helpful and caring person. He would give anyone “the shirt off his back.” Leonard could make anyone laugh! He kept a smile on his face never quick to anger about anything. He loved his family…
(UPDATED) KNOXVILLE, TN – Jimmie Ruth Stephens Ball Kyle born in Savannah, TN took her heavenly flight on Saturday October 19, 2019 at 9:40 pm. She was a member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church and former member the Wheeler Leona Eastern Star # 232. Mother Kyle affectionately known as “Gram Gram” loved and cared…
Lela E Rogers passed away October 14 ,2019. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfunerlhome1962.com.
KNOXVILLE, TN – William H. Johnson, departed this life October 15, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith. He leaves to cherish his memories wife Ann K. Johnson, a host of grandchildren to include, devoted granddaughter and great-grandson, whom he raised as his children, Rayneisha Thompson (Torie), Kelly and…
By Patricia Williams MARYVILLE, TN (Oct., 2019) The Beloved Community Outreach Foundation had its annual fundraising event on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at St. Paul A.M.E Zion Church in Blount County. This year was also a Founder’s Day Benefit Concert that honored Dorothy Mitchell-Kincaid who passed away on Aug. 14, 2019 after an extended battle…
Etowah, Tn – Angela Dawn Gillespie- age 42, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at her residence. She was preceded in death by father Bill Brown. She is survived by husband, Carlos Gillespie; 2 daughters; 8 stepchildren; one grandson; mother, Martha Brown; brother, James (Heather) Brown; father-in-law, Everette Blair; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends….
Knoxville – Janie Louise Winton, age 87, transitioned to her heavenly home, Friday, October 11, 2019 at Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Alonzo and Emma Winton; brothers, Azro Winton, Jack Winton, Earl Winton, John Winton, and twin brother, James Winton; nieces, Carolyn Winton and Jewel Winton; cousin, Florence Butts; devoted…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Milton Nathaniel Rankin, the son of the late Mr. Luther Milton Rankin and Arizona Dooley Rankin, was born May 26, 1947 in Hamilton County, Tennessee. God gently closed his eyes, Friday October 11, 2019 at his home. Mr. Rankin received his education in the Public Schools of Hamilton County. He professed his…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Albert Burdine passed away, October 7, 2019,and was born, May 12, 1950. The family will receive friends, 4-5 p.m., Saturday at Jarnigan’s Chapel; funeral Service, 5:00 p.m., Rev. Oliver Perry, Officiating. Arrangements by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY www.jarnigansmortuary.com
Knoxville – Gloria Jean “Susie” Smith, born December 6, 1958, transitioned to her heavenly home on October 8, 2019 at the age of 60. She is preceded in death by her parents, a brother and a sister. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, James G. Smith; two grandchildren: JaKayia Fain and Ja’Miracle Fain;…
ETOWAH, TN – Dan Harless Harper, born May 13, 1937, in Etowah Tennessee, departed earth October 10, 2019 exactly three months and one day after his beloved wife, Jessie Lou Bell Harper whom he joined in holy matrimony on May 17, 1958. They were married for 61 years. Dan was a cook by trade and…
Knoxville – Lloyd Hayden Sharp, entered into eternal rest, Saturday, September 7, 2019. Born August 26, 1961 to the late William and Ara Sharp. Member of Lennon-Seney United Methodist Church. Graduate of Holston High School, class of 1979. Preceded in death by parents, and sister, Jacqueline Sharp. He leaves to cherish his memory, daughter Ashanti…
KNOXVILLE, TN (Oct 15, 2019) A public meeting regarding the future use of Chilhowee Park and Exposition Center will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, in the park at the Jacob Building. The attendance of stakeholders and concerned community members is encouraged. A team of consultants will present its recommendations on ways to better utilize…
The Police Advisory & Review Committee members, PARC neighborhood leaders, and residents are invited to attend. The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will hold its third-quarter meeting Wednesday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m. in the City-County Building Small Assembly Room. At the meeting, PARC members Executive Director Clarence Vaughn, Knoxville Police Department Chief…
KNOXVILLE, TN (Oct. 2019) C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries has relocated from Magnolia Ave. to 3615 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., which is the former location Smoky Mountain Hospice administrative office in East Knoxville. A dedication ceremony will be at 3 pm, this Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. Community Organizations Networking Neighborhoods Encouraging Change Together or C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries is a 501 (c) (3) “hands-on” networking community…
Knoxville – Lekendra Easterly transitioned into her new life on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Parkwest Hospital. Lekendra was preceded in death by grandparents: Wilford and Barbra Billingsley; aunt, Angela Brodie; and cousin, Brandon Layne. She is survived by her father Ken Eugene (Alicia) Easterly, Sr.; mother Kristy Ann (Curtis) Thomas; grandparents: George Bush, Jamesena Copeland and Faye…
Knoxville – Nicole Suber Foster – age 48 of Knoxville passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her mother Gwendolyn Suber; son Marshall Suber; grandmother Elease Suber, and great-aunt Ruby Staples. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband of 17 years, Sherwood K….
By Josh Flory KNOXVILLE, TN (Oct. 2019) – It may have been Fall Break, but on Tuesday morning students from Ball Camp Elementary School were hard at work on an engineering project. Gathered in the school library, teams of 5th-graders were given 25 pipe cleaners and challenged to build the tallest possible free-standing structure. While…
OAK RIDGE, TN (Oct, 2019) – Oak Ridge native and xylophone artist Bruce Edward White is returning home to perform two concerts in Oak Ridge this Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019. White is accomplished on a rarely featured instrument – the xylophone. The performance will include a health presentation, music, and vocals. He will be performing,…
Loudon, TN – Eugene Jerome Ward, 47, of Loudon, TN, departed this life on October 3, 2019. Receiving of family and friends will be Friday, October 11, 2019 from 2-3 PM with the Celebration of Life Service to follow at 3 PM at Unity Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Anthony Cannon officiating. Arrangements made with integrity…
Knoxville – Montest “Bo” Woods, 66, passed early Monday morning on October 7, 2019 at UT Medical Center. He was born on July 18, 1953 to the late Wade and Lizzie Woods in Knoxville, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers Wade “Butch” Woods Jr and Patrick Woods, 1 sister Linda…