Our Obituaries
Alan Lee Amburn
April 16, 1948 - January 27, 2018
Alan Lee Amburn, age 69, of Knoxville passed away Saturday January 27, 2018 at Tennova, St Marys, Medical Center. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and a friend to many. Alan was a member of the Baptist faith and enjoyed spending time with family and working on anything. He was a mechanic at heart. Preceded in death by loving wife of 44 years, Connie Davis Amburn; parents, Jessie and...
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Caroline Michelle Braden
July 10, 1967 - January 27, 2018
Caroline "Cricket" Braden age 50 of Knoxville, passed away January 25, 2018 at her home. She was preceded in death by daughter, Tammy Braden; son, Ronnie Braden, Jr.; parents, Robert Glenn and Bobbie Franklin. Survived by husband, Ronnie Braden; son, Max; daughters, Rhonda and Michelle; 5 grandchildren; sister, Darlene Shelton and several other siblings. The family will receive friends 6-7 pm...
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Norma Faye Bible
December 5, 1928 - January 26, 2018
Norma Faye Bible passed away January 25, 2018 at her home. She was preceded in death by parents, Avery and Mary Day; grandson, Bo Lands; sisters, Juanita Pratt and June Birdwell. She is survived by her loving husband of 73 years, Byrel Bible; children, Agnes (Greg) Stiles, Dennis (Phyllis) Bible and Linda (Rob) Groleau; 7 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren;...
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Dorothy Elizabeth Boshers
September 21, 1925 - January 25, 2018
Dorothy E. Boshers, age 92, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 25, 2018. She was a Christian and longtime member of Cumberland Baptist Church. Dorothy owned and operated Dorothy's Fashions for 50 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Edward Boshers and parents George and Lydia Neal. Dorothy is survived by her sons; Albert (Sandy) Davis, Bill (Diane)...
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John W. Anderson
December 19, 1939 - January 21, 2018
John William "Pops" Anderson age 78, passed away peacefully at Park West Hospital January 21, 2018. Preceded in death by wife, Alma Marie; parents, Homer Anderson and Edna Anderson Mitchell; son, Jimmy Anderson; daughter, Robin Anderson; brother, Jerry Anderson. Survived by sons, John (Alesia) Anderson and Jack Anderson; daughter, Jody (Jennifer) Anderson; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren;...
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Opal W. Holman
November 15, 1922 - January 21, 2018
Opal Wonita Holman age 95 of West View Community, passed away January 21, 2018. Member of Washington Pike Baptist Church. She was a retired seamstress. She was given the honorary title of WA-NI Village Angel by Dick and Elizabeth Sheppard. Preceded in death by husband, Charles Holman; daughter, Shirley Ann Rogers; sons, Billy Leon and Bruce Thomas Holman; granddaughter, Sherry Rogers. Survived by...
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Cecil William Courtney
February 19, 1933 - January 20, 2018
Cecil William Courtney age 84 of Caryville, passed away January 20, 2018 at his home. Cecil was a devoted follower of Christ choosing to serve Jesus as a charter member of Cumberland Baptist Church. He was an Army Veteran and retired from Beaty Chevrolet after 45 years of service. Preceded in death by his wife, Cathy Courtney; parents, Bonnie and Ella Courtney; brothers, Bud and Ronnie Courtney;...
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Richard Lee May
October 8, 1925 - January 20, 2018
Richard L. May of Knoxville, age 92, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018. He was a World War II Navy Veteran and retired from the Hyatt Regency. After retirement, he worked another 18 years for Weigels. He is preceded in death by wife Margaret May, brothers Daniel and Allen May, and sister Joetta King. Richard is survived by sons Allen "Wolfie" May (Sarah) and Joe May (Kathy), grandchildren...
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Ronald Hardin,
March 16, 1949 - January 20, 2018
Ronald Hardin Sr., age 68, of Lenoir City, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 20th, with family surrounding him. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a Vietnam Veteran that gave his all for his country. Ronald was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was an over the road truck driver. He is preceded in death by parents Bob and Aileen Hardin, and son Shane Norman. He is...
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Georgia J. Forsythe
August 4, 1921 - January 15, 2018
Georgia J Forsythe, age 96, of Knoxville, (Karns) passed away peacefully in her home on Monday January 15, 2018. Mrs. Forsythe never drove a car but drove her seven children in the way they should go in life. Mrs. Forsythe was a faithful member of Grace Baptist Church since 1957. She attended as long as her health permitted. She was born on August 4, 1921 to the late Clarence and Amy Jones....
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Deloris Faye Lanham
May 3, 1950 - January 14, 2018
Deloris Faye "Debby" Lanham age 67 of Knoxville, passed away January 14, 2018 at U.T Medical Center. She was of the Methodist Faith. U.S. Air Force Veteran and retired from U.T. Medical Center the office of Dr. Daniel Cox and Dr. Ann Stuart. Preceded in death by parents, Roy and Dorothy "Dot" Pyle and brother, Eddie Pyle. Survived by husband, Robert D. "Bob" Lanham; daughter and son-in-law,...
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Mary Jo Broyles
September 2, 1941 - January 12, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Earl Cecil Vanderhoof
January 5, 1933 - January 10, 2018
Earl C. Vanderhoof, Jr. age 85 of Knoxville, passed away January 10, 2018 at Ben Atchley Veterans Home. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church. He was an Army Veteran and worked in construction as an Operating Engineer. Preceded in death by his wife, Betty Vanderhoof; daughter, Louise Blalock; parents, Earl and Mae Vanderhoof; brothers, Ray and Gene Vanderhoof; sisters, Doris and Dorothy...
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Amy Marie Hunt
April 25, 1970 - January 6, 2018
Amy Marie Hunt age 47 of Oak Ridge, passed away January 6, 2018 at her home. She was a devout Christian. Preceded in death by grandparents, Harrell and Clara Pickens; adoptive son, Will Williams. Survived by daughter, Savannah Hunt; son, Forrest Hunt; grandchildren, Clara Marie, Madison Jade and Ace; devoted partner, Matt Long; father and step-mother, Thomas and Char Romberger; mother and step...
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Fred Steven Graham
April 30, 1945 - January 5, 2018
Fred S. Graham age 72 of Knoxville, passed away January 5, 2018. He was of the Baptist faith. He was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from DENSO Manufacturing Co. Preceded in death by parents, Woodrow and Flora Graham. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Alice Graham; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Candace Graham; daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Danny Dean; grandchildren,...
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Jimmy Young
July 11, 1934 - January 5, 2018
Jimmy "Jim" Young, aged 83, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, January 5th, peacefully at his home. Jim was a family man that loved life, people, traveling, and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He is preceded in death by wife Mary Nell Lee Young, several brothers and sisters, and Great Granddaughter Avery Shea Bolton. He is survived by his faithful and loving life partner of 19 years, Pam "PJ"...
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Faye E. Napier
August 15, 1947 - January 4, 2018
Faye E. Grayson Napier, "Mama Faye", aged 70 of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, January 4th. She was a mother to everyone, and blessed by God, her children, and grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband Gordon Napier, and her mother and father Wildred and Elmer Grayson. She is survived by her daughters Suzy Davis (Jeff) and Michelle Ward (Keith), siblings David and Joel Grayson, Jean...
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Pauline Hamby
October 2, 1927 - January 2, 2018
Pauline (Polly) Elizabeth Kelley Hobson Hamby, age 90, went to be with her Heavenly Father and many loved ones, January 2, 2018. Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee' October 2, 1927, the first born child of parents, James and Erma Kelley. A devoted Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend of many. She was a long-time resident of Hardin Valley and a dedicated member of 60 plus years at...
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Anna Maria Whaley
August 30, 1960 - December 29, 2017
Anna Maria Whaley age 57 of Knoxville, passed away December 29, 2017. She was a member of LaFollette United Methodist Church. She worked as a medical transcriptionist for Children's Hospital. Preceded in death by parents, William Jackson and Maxine Prater; brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Alice Prater; sister, Alice Marie Prater. Survived by husband, Winfield Whaley; son, Andrew William...
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James Alexander West
January 14, 1931 - December 28, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Drayma Mae Huskey
September 20, 1932 - December 24, 2017
Drayma Mae Collins Huskey age 85 of Knoxville, passed away December 24, 2017 at her home. Member of Bible Way Baptist Church. She retired from Acme Food Stores in 1981. Preceded in death by son, Roger Huskey. Survived by son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Sharon Huskey; grandchildren, Jim and Lori Pixton, Lisa Carrigan and Mike and Matthew Huskey; several great-grandchildren. The family will...
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Lanie Sue Spitzler
July 27, 1939 - December 24, 2017
Lanie Sue Cole (Linberger Daniels Sterling) Spitzler passed away in her sleep on Christmas Day 2017. She was loved by many, especially her daughters Beth Linberger Girard (Minnesota) and Amiee Kate Linberger Miller Helms (Knoxville, TN), her six grandchildren and her six great-grandchildren. Sue also had a half-sister, Doris Ann Stone, and six step-children. Sue was born on July 27, 1939, in...
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Betty Jo Jones
November 29, 1950 - December 21, 2017
Betty Jo Mason Jones, age 67 of Knoxville, passed away December 21, 2017. She was a member of Walridge Baptist Church. Betty was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Lucy Mason; two brothers, and two sisters. Survived by her husband, Ralph Edward "Papaw" Jones; son, Dwayne Edward (Tina) Jones; daughter, Sonya Jones Burns (Timothy); grandchildren,...
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Judith Belle Valade
December 7, 1943 - December 18, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Lou Vernice Keith
August 19, 1935 - December 18, 2017
Lou Vernice Keck Keith, age 82 of Knoxville, TN gained her angel wings December 18, 2017. She was born August 19, 1935, to the late Eulis and Mary Keck. Preceded in death by daughters, Connie Ruth Keith and Betty Williams; son, James Ronald Keith; daughter-in-law, Terry Keith. Survived by her loving husband of 61 years, James Keith, Sr.; son-in-law, Larry Williams; daughter, Fran Bales and...
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John Robinson Bosson
April 4, 1928 - December 17, 2017
John Robinson Bosson, age 89, passed away peacefully at The Pointe At Lifespring, December 17, 2017. John was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict. John worked for Y-12 as an electrician until his retirement in 1993. He was a member of the IBEW for over 60 years. He loved hunting and fishing. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marian Bosson...
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Earl Gene Rash
February 11, 1943 - December 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Dorothy Lourene Spoon
July 19, 1922 - December 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Bobbie Jean Franklin
December 9, 1941 - December 16, 2017
Bobbie Jean Franklin, age 76 of Knoxville, passed away December 16, 2017. Bobbie was born in Louisville, Tennessee and was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving Mother, Mamaw and Great-Mamaw. Preceded in death by husband, Lloyd Franklin; parents, Ed and Trula Hall; brothers, William, Charles and Mark Hall; sisters, Janice Parton, and Levon Cockrom. Survived by her children, Deborah Shelton ...
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Polly Jo Begley
September 17, 1941 - December 14, 2017
Polly J. Begley age 76 of Knoxville, passed away December 14, 2017 at her home. Member of Cumberland Baptist Church and the Mildred's Girls Sunday school Class. She retired from Handley Ins. Co. Preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Begley; parents, David and Rebecca Buchanan; sisters, Carolyn Bishop and Winnie Crawford. Survived by daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Andy Cotten; grandson,...
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Michael Dean Dickerson
March 16, 1981 - December 13, 2017
Michael Dean Dickerson, age 36 of Lenoir City, passed away December 13, 2017. He was very passionate about his faith, a loving father, an avid Vol fan and was passionate about Bitcoin. Preceded in death by his father, John Dickerson; grandmother, Mona Holden. Survived by his wife, Jessica Marie Dickerson; sons, Ethan Bozeman and Noah Dickerson; step-daughter, Sarah Hiebert; mother, Phyllis...
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Lois Irene Revell
August 17, 1938 - December 12, 2017
Lois Irene Griffin Revell, age 79 passed away December 12, 2017. A graduate of Fulton High School Class of 1956. Member of Churchwell Avenue Baptist Church where she proudly served as Music Director for twenty-five years. Preceded in death by husband, George Revell; parents, Dolly and Dan Shaver, James and Mary Lou Griffin; brother, Raymond Griffin; sisters, ImoJeane Shelby, and Shirley Carter....
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Jeanette Evelyn Hamm
July 24, 1944 - December 9, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Owen James Cavanaugh
January 26, 1958 - December 5, 2017
Owen J. Cavanaugh age 59 of Knoxville, passed away December 5, 2017 at U.T. Medical Center. Preceded in death by father, James Patrick Cavanaugh. Survived by mother, Dolores R. Cavanaugh; brother, Gene Cavanaugh; sisters, Jane (Dana) McReynolds and Barbara Huskey; nieces and nephews, Jonathan Cavanaugh, Jessica (Kenny) Sherrod, Jennifer (Ian) Jones, Jill Huskey, Paige (Steven) Patton, Carmen Day...
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Robert Harting Williams
February 28, 1945 - December 3, 2017
Robert "Bob" Williams, age 72 of Sevierville, TN passed away in Florida, December 3, 2017. He was a member of Gallaher Memorial Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his wife, Mildred L. Williams; parents, Wilbur and Nora Williams. Survived by his sons, John (Beverly) and Ed (Christie) Williams; grandchildren, Justin, Zachary, Taylor, Emma and Matthew; brothers, Bill (Margaret) and David (Sid)...
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Jerry Mack Rogers
March 28, 1938 - November 26, 2017
Jerry Mack Rogers age 79 of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017. Jerry grew up in the Ridgedale Community and attended Ridgedale Baptist Church. He graduated from Powell High School in 1957 where he played all sports and loved Tennessee football. He was truly a Vol for Life. He volunteered to serve his country and joined the army in 1959. He was a member of the Plumbers and...
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Clyde Mitchell Childress
April 12, 1925 - November 24, 2017
Clyde Mitchell "C.M." Childress, 92, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, November 24, 2017. He was born in 1925; graduated from Rule High School and retired from South Central Bell Telephone Co. He was a WWII veteran and served with the 78th Infantry Division in the Battle of the Bulge where he was seriously wounded and hospitalized in France and England. His church family was Wallace Memorial...
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William Gregory Seguine
May 20, 1960 - November 23, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Mary Jane Brown
June 2, 1932 - November 23, 2017
Mary Jane Brown age 85 of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2017. Member of Elk Fork Baptist Church. Born June 2, 1932, she was the daughter of Everett and Emma Hicks Cross. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husband, James Brown, Jr.; brothers, Marley and Billy Cross; sister, Wilma Cross Collins. She is survived by her son, Joel Brown and wife, Debbie...
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Gina Lynn Graviss
July 1, 1959 - November 22, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Jeannette Hagerman
October 3, 1942 - November 21, 2017
Jeannette Hagerman, aged 75, of Knoxville, passed away November 21st, 2017. She was a longtime member of Trinity Community Church. As a devoted mother and beloved wife, she was always in service to others. Preceded in death by parents Morgan and Zelma Phelps, and brother Lester Phelps. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Gary, and children Gina Marie and David Michael Hagerman:...
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Virginia Jo Robinson
February 27, 1929 - November 17, 2017
Virginia J. "Gran" Robinson age 88 of Knoxville, passed away Friday, November 17, 2017 at Tennova Regional. Member of Black Oak Heights Baptist Church. She retired from Federated Department Stores (Rich's, Miller's and Hess's). Preceded in death by husband, Joseph Alvin Robinson; daughter, Teresa Hicks; several siblings. Survived by son, James D. Floyd and wife Bobbi; daughter, Celeste Troutman...
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Barbara Jean Watt
May 6, 1937 - November 15, 2017
Barbara Jean Rymer Watt age 80 of Knoxville, passed away from Alzheimer's, November 15, 2017 at Morning Pointe of Powell Assisted Living. She was a member of Ball Camp Baptist Church and Second United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by husband, William Mark Watt, Sr. Survived by son, Mark and wife, Sherry Brooks Watt; granddaughters, Kimberly and husband, Brenden McCune and Kristen and...
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Stefan Tyler Wells
November 12, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Jewell Elizabeth Langley
October 7, 1928 - November 12, 2017
Jewell Elizabeth Fine Langley, 89, most recently of Loudon and long-time resident of Powell, TN, entered into larger life at her home on November 12, 2017 surrounded by her family. Born in Knox County on October 7, 1928, she was the daughter of Harold and Grace Fine. She married David Lee Langley on December 1, 1951. She is survived by her three children, Sharon Oats and husband Smokey of...
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Jennifer Louise Johnson
March 27, 1952 - November 11, 2017
Jennifer Louise Seimetz Johnson age 65 of Knoxville, passed away November 11, 2017 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Louis and Dora Seimetz; grandson, Christopher Crenshaw, Jr. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Gene Johnson, II and Stephanie; Shawn and Angela Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Shannon and Chris Crenshaw; grandchildren, Alyssa Crenshaw,...
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Betty Jean Shelton
March 21, 1931 - November 8, 2017
Betty Jean Shelton, age 86, of Knoxville passed away November 8, 2017. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Shelton; son, Clyde Shelton and grandson, Lonnie Lineburger. Survived by sons; Wayne (Edna) Shelton, Timothy Shelton; daughter, Charlene (Richard) Ramsey; grandchildren, Rick Ramsey, Crystal (Chad) Graham, Russell (Danielle)...
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Michael Shane Stansberry
October 22, 1973 - November 7, 2017
Michael S. Stansberry age 44 of Knoxville, passed away November 7, 2017 at his home. He attended West Town Christian Church. Preceded in death by step-father, Robert Barnett; grandparents, Roger Sr. & Pauline and Floyd Elmer and Ann Elizabeth Ownby. Survived by wife, Cindy; sons, Matthew and Isaac; daughters, Kayla Koval, Keera and Stephanie House; grandchildren, Aurora, Lucas, Emmett and Silas;...
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Katherine Jo Ford
October 11, 1929 - November 5, 2017
Katherine Ford passed away November 5, 2017, now she rests in peace with her Lord and loved ones. Preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Ford Jr., her oldest son, Ronald and her parents, Herman and Edith Cloud. Katherine leaves her family; daughter-in-law, Peggy; sons, Ed (Dewayne) and his wife Janet, Terry and his wife Sharon; daughter, Teresa and her husband Mark Wyrick. She also leaves nine...
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Annie M. Clark
August 29, 1924 - November 4, 2017
Annie Mae Tankersley Clark, 93, born August 29, 1924 in Dryden, VA; went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2017. Member of the Church at Sterchi Hills, Knoxville. Preceded in death by husband, Ulas F. Clark; parents: Elbert and Mary Tankersley; brothers: Ezra, Joshua, Henry, and Truy Tankersley; and sister, Clyde Amburgey. Survived by sister, Pauline Cassell, Fancy Gap, VA. Children:...
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Ernest Leon Fair
November 25, 1929 - November 1, 2017
Ernest Leon Fair, age 87, of Knoxville, TN, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at Westmoreland Health and Rehab. He was a Navy veteran retiring from the Seabee Reserve. Retired from Martin Marietta Oak Ridge National Lab., X-10. Member of Charles McKinny Lodge/Scottish Rite for 50 plus years. He was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church and former member of Sevier Heights and Euclid...
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Maxie F. Dukes
September 5, 1932 - October 28, 2017
Maxie F. Dukes age 85 of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2017. He was a member and Deacon of Grove Heights Baptist Church. Maxie belonged to the Beaver Ridge Masonic Lodge. Preceded in death by first wife, Roberta Dukes; Parents, Bob and Lay Dukes; sister Tootsie Fritz; brother, Bud Dukes. Survived by wife, Elizabeth Dukes; children, Terry Dukes and wife, Belinda Kiskaden and Donna...
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John Julius Herrin
November 29, 1952 - October 24, 2017
John Julius Herrin, age 64, of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born on November 29, 1952 in Edenton, North Carolina to the late Paul Carney Herrin and Blanche Margaret Bass Herrin. Many who knew him during his childhood called him Jule. John married Debbie Jean White on October 8, 1971 at Trace Creek...
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Ivan Louis Anderson
May 25, 1932 - October 24, 2017
Ivan Louis Anderson, age 85 of Knoxville, passed away October 24, 2017 at NHC Ft. Sanders. He was a member and Deacon of Third Creek Baptist Church. He was a Veteran of the Army serving during the Korean War. Preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Nellie Mae Anderson; brothers, Frank, Joe, and Don Anderson; sister, Charlene Cauble. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Elizabeth; sons,...
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Inez T. Fann
January 2, 1926 - October 24, 2017
Inez T. Fann, age 91 of Knoxville, passed away October 24, 2017. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening and knitting but her true joy came from spending time with her family, which she orchestrated with her over-sized Sunday dinners. She will be remembered as a kind and generous spirit; one who devoted her life to serving others. She was deeply committed to following...
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Mark Ronald Carroll
March 25, 1963 - October 19, 2017
Mark Ronald Carroll age 54 of Powell, passed away October 19, 2017 at his home. Preceded in death by his father, Ronald Carroll. Survived by his mother, Linda Carroll Waggoner; special aunt, Marsha Bird; several aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends 5-7 pm Monday at Weaver's. Family and friends will meet at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens, 160 Edgemoor Rd., Powell, TN at 10:45 am...
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Charles Wood Browning
May 26, 1948 - October 17, 2017
Charles Wood "Jeff" Browning, Jr. age 69 of Knoxville, passed away October 17, 2017 at Parkwest Hospital. Member of Westside Baptist Temple Church. Preceded in death by parents, Charles and Georgia Browning; sister, Peggy; brothers, John and Roger. Survived by son, Michael (Laura) Richardson; precious granddaughter, Emma Richardson; beloved fiance' Debbie Wright; brother, Danny (Julie) Browning;...
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Michael Trent Caughron
July 5, 1958 - October 11, 2017
Michael Trent "Mike" Caughron age 59 of Knoxville, passed away October 9, 2017. Mike was loved by all who knew him and cared for him and he will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held 10-11 am Wednesday at Weaver Funeral Home with the service to follow at 11 am. Friends will meet at 12:30 pm Wednesday at Magnolia Cemetery, 600 Montvale Rd., Maryville, TN for the interment.
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Frank Leo Lifford
July 26, 1939 - October 11, 2017
Frank Lifford age 78 of Knoxville, passed away October 11, 2017 at his home. He was an avid U.T. Football fan. He was a wonderful husband for 58 years and an extraordinary father. Preceded in death by his son, Mike and parents, Willie and Emily Lifford. Survived by his loving wife, Margie; daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa and David Watkins, Melinda Wood , Jade and Tommy Damron; grandchildren,...
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Charles Hazelwood
January 25, 1942 - October 11, 2017
Charles "Pert" Hazelwood, age 75 of Knoxville, passed away October 11, 2017 at his home. He was the former owner of the Cottage Restaurant in Lake City, TN. Preceded in death by his parents Thurman and Mary Hazelwood and childhood friend, Ronnie Smith. Survived by loving wife of 39 years, Shirley Hazelwood; son, Jeff Hazelwood and wife Sandy; grandchildren, Josh and Hannah Hazelwood;...
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James Francis Allington
January 29, 1937 - October 8, 2017
James Francis Allington, age 80 of Knoxville, died Sunday, October 8, 2017 at U.T. Medical Center. He was born January 29, 1937 in Saginaw, Michigan. He was the son of the late Fredrick Joseph and Julia Agnes Bray Allington. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his sister Jean; brother, Ed and his first wife, Mary Anne Alsup Allington. He grew up on the family farm in...
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Allen Lee Campbell
April 23, 1955 - October 5, 2017
Allen L. Campbell, age 62, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2017. He was a member of the Baptist faith. He attended Karns High School and was an avid NASCAR fan, He never missed a race or a Vol football game. Holidays spent with his family were always special for him. Preceded in death by grandparents, Myrtle and John Campbell, Polly and Clint Barnard; brother, Eddie Campbell; parents, Mabel...
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Addie Mae Carter
November 6, 1923 - October 2, 2017
Carter, Addie Mae Sands, November 6, 1923 - October 2, 2017 of Knoxville, TN. Preceded in death by her husband, Archie F. Carter; son, Jack F. Carter; grandsons, Gregory S. Ford and Todd K. Ford. Survived by her daughter, Jean D. Ford and second daughter, Phylis Segroves of Knoxville; granddaughter, Chloe Carter Martinez and husband Chris of Chattanooga; grandsons, Jeffrey Carter and wife Arial...
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Carl E. Bullock
October 1, 1938 - September 30, 2017
Bullock, Carl "Papaw", Age 79, of Knoxville, TN passed away Saturday September 30, 2017 after suffering from Parkinson Disease. He was a fine Christian selfless loving man. Carl volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and the Tusculum Volunteer Fire Department. He worked for Servicemaster for 30 Years. He was preceded in death by his parents Sam and Grace Bullock and an infant daughter Theresa Ann...
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Vivian Roberta Grantham
December 19, 1936 - September 29, 2017
Vivian Roberta Ann Grantham (Jackson) December 19, 1936 - September 29, 2017Vivian was born and raised in Epperson, Tennessee, the first of five children born to Robert and Ina (Witt) Jackson. After graduating from Tellico Plains High School in 1955, she moved to Knoxville where she worked as a counselor at Tennessee School for the Deaf. In 1958 she married Robert Grantham whom she had been...
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Carol Ann Grathwol
March 19, 1939 - September 26, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Robert Vandiver
December 21, 1932 - September 25, 2017
Robert E. Vandiver went to his heavenly father on September 25th. Robert, known as Bob to many, was born on December 21, 1932 in Birmingham, AL. Graduated from Auburn University in Industrial Engineering and member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, followed by a 44 year career as the "Boss Man" at Johnson Controls in Knoxville, TN. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Gail McWhorter Vandiver;...
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Paul Douglas Kelley
June 19, 1938 - September 24, 2017
Paul D. Kelley, age 79 of Lenoir City, TN passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017 from complications of ALS. Originally from Birmingham, Alabama he graduated from Woodlawn High School, class of 1956 where he was a football player. He graduated from Auburn University with a B.S. in Industrial Management. He had a passion for missionary work and served two years in China under the auspices of the...
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Maxine Jean Ritter
September 5, 1923 - September 23, 2017
Maxine Schwocho(w) Panaccione Pace Ritter, 94, Knoxville TN passed away 09/23/2017. Born in Detroit MI to Max William & Frieda Schwocho, the youngest of fived sisters. Married John Panaccione and moved to Atlantic Highlands, NJ where she raised her beloved family. Forty-five years ago she moved to Knoxville, TN. She was thrilled at the beauty of the mountains and the bucolic scenery.Her...
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Ho Duc Nguyen
October 10, 1933 - September 23, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Wilma Ruth Haring
October 10, 1934 - September 21, 2017
Wilma "Willie" Ruth Haring, age 82, went home to be with her Heavenly Father Thursday, September 21, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester D. Haring; son, Danny L. Blakely; parents, Marshall and Anna Troutman; brothers, Leon Troutman, Russell Troutman, and Hubert "Preacher" Troutman. She is survived by her son, Marvin "Marty" Blakely; grandson,...
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Jerry Monroe Hackworth
June 22, 1942 - September 15, 2017
Hackworth, Jerry Monroe, 75, of Knoxville, TN went to be with the Lord Friday September 15, 2017, 1:40am at UT Medical Center. Born June 22, 1942 in Knoxville TN. Jerry was retired from Wise Iron Works. He loved to barter and find treasures. He was willing to trade the shirt on his back to make a trade. Jerry could sell ice to an Eskimo. He loved to fish and be outdoors. He would never miss...
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Mildred Williams
June 30, 1943 - September 15, 2017
Mildred L. Williams age 74 of Sevierville, passed away Friday, September 15, 2017 at her home. She was a member of Gallaher Memorial Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, John and Pearl Humphrey. Survived by her loving husband, Robert; sons, John (Beverly) and Ed (Christie); grandchildren, Justin, Zachary, Taylor, Emma and Matthew; sisters, Barbara Burgin and Sue Ferguson; several nieces...
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Donna E. McClain
September 3, 1957 - September 12, 2017
Donna Joy Edwards McClain, age 60, died on 9/12/17 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge after a battle with Metastatic Lung Cancer. Donna was born on 9/3/57 in Colorado Springs, CO and during her youth she moved to NY, MD, and DE with her family. After graduating from William Penn High School in 1975, Donna enlisted in the Delaware Air National Guard (ANG) and soon transferred to the TN Air...
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Peggy Sue Sise
April 14, 1940 - September 12, 2017
Peggy Sue Sise age 77, passed into glory September 12, 2017 peacefully at home. Peggy was born in Knoxville and a lifetime resident of the Knoxville/Seymour area. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Franklin; sons, Brian (Heidi) and Brad (Audrey); grandsons, Neal and Jason; sister, Linda and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 5-7 pm Friday at Weaver's Chapel with...
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Ruth Ruth Childress
September 9, 1929 - September 12, 2017
Ruth Childress, age 88 of Knoxville, passed away September 12, 2017. She was a very loving and hardworking lady. Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Atticus Childress; parents, Houston and Bessie Culbert; brother, Everett Culbert; sisters, Tonnie Ferrell and Mabel Robertson. She is survived by her children; son, Johnny Perkey and daughter, Sandy and David Kelly; numerous grand and great...
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Zelda Whitaker Day Solomon
March 14, 1924 - September 11, 2017
Zelda Whitaker Day Solomon, age 93 of Knoxville went to be with her Lord and Savior, September 11, 2017. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Preceded in death by her husband, James Ray Solomon; parents, John and Sallie Whitaker brothers, Ivine, Johnny and Clayton Whitaker; sister, Barbara Nelson; son-in-law, Joe Brown. Survived by sons, Ralph Day,...
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Roy E. Monger
July 6, 1926 - September 8, 2017
Roy E. Monger, age 91 of Knoxville, passed away September 8, 2017 at his home. He was a member of Living Church of God. Roy was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII. He retired from Martin Marietta. He attended Knoxville Business College and U.T. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Zona Monger; brothers, Herschel and James Arnold Monger. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years,...
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Shirley Ann Pyle
December 11, 1949 - September 7, 2017
Shirley Ann Valentine Pyle, age 67 of Strawberry Plains, passed away September 7, 2017 at Physicians Regional. She was a member of Mascot United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Pyle; father, Carl Valentine; grandparents and daughter-in-law, Fran Pyle. Survived by her children, Tom Pyle, Kevin (Melissa) Pyle and Tammy McClain; grandchildren Katie (Josh) Bragg, Karlie ...
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Kristie Michelle Spurling
June 15, 1976 - September 4, 2017
Kristie Michelle Spurling, age 41 of Knoxville, passed away September 4, 2017 at her home. Member of Grace Covenant Pentecostal Church. Preceded in death by her grandparents, Anna Lou Spurling, John and Norma Wilson. Survived by her parents, Kenneth Ray Spurling and Lisa Vickers; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be held Thursday, from 5:00-7:00 pm at Grace Covenant Pentecostal...
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Walter Ivine Whitaker
January 10, 1931 - September 4, 2017
Walter Ivine Whitaker, age 86 of Sharp's Chapel, passed away Monday, September 4, 2017. He was a longtime member and Deacon of Taylor's Grove Baptist Church. His love for God was shown in everything he did. Ivine was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a brick mason and was extremely detailed about his work. Preceded in death by parents, John and Sallie Whitaker; son, Bennie Whitaker; daughter-in...
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Betty Jean Willoughby
November 4, 1934 - September 2, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Darren Keith Cross
December 20, 1970 - September 2, 2017
Darren Keith Cross age 46 of Johnson City, passed away at his home. He was a member of Olivet Baptist Church and accepted Christ at an early age. He was an Army Veteran serving in Desert Storm. Preceded in death by grandparents, Claude and Carrie Cross and John Chitwood and Billie Sherrill. Survived by his parents, Darrell and Beverly Cross; son, Brodie Dane ; sisters, Stacey (Frank) DeAngelo,...
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Thomas Craig Blackwell
January 14, 1958 - September 1, 2017
Thomas "Tom" Craig Blackwell, age 59 of Knoxville, formerly of Passaic, N.J. went home to be with our Lord on, September 1, 2017. Tom was a loving husband, father and friend. Tom always had a heart to help everyone. He had a passion for cooking, music, carpentry, artwork and fixing anything broken. His greatest passion was for his bowl of ice cream to be shared with family and friends...
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Gladys Mae Jones
September 11, 1925 - August 29, 2017
Gladys Mae Jones, age 91 of Powell, TN entered the gates of Heaven, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 where she was met by her Lord and Savior, husband, daughter and many other loved ones. She was a member of West Side Baptist Church. Gladys was affectionately known as "Granny" to many people who loved her dearly. She loved watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren play, the mountains, yellow...
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Christopher Daniel Brown
July 27, 1961 - August 28, 2017
Christopher Daniel Brown, born July 27th, 1961, passed away Monday, August 28th at the age of 56, from a brief illness. He was born and raised in the Ball Camp/Karns community and was a 1979 graduate of Karns High School. He filled many roles such as Vernon, the Mayor of Ball Camp, and the Grand Marshall of the Vernon's Christmas Parade to name a few. Chris had a heart as big as the outdoors and...
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Eugene Rader
April 8, 1932 - August 21, 2017
Eugene "Gene" Rader passed away August 21, 2017 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. Gene was an active member and Deacon of Beaumont Ave. Baptist Church. He retired from Oak Ridge and was a member of the Masons and Eastern Star. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Pocono. Preceded in death by his son Brad Rader; parents, Jonah and Gertie Rader; sisters, Mildred Romano and Edna...
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Raymond Alonzo Casteel
March 6, 1924 - August 20, 2017
Raymond Alonzo Casteel, age 93 of Maryville, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2017 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Maryville, TN. He was a member of Ball Rd. Baptist Church and also attended Parkwest Church. He was a member of Bright Hope Lodge 557 F&A.M. He served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy. He retired as a Draftsman with TVA after 33 years of service. Raymond was a loving Father...
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Betty Lou Webb
June 22, 1932 - August 15, 2017
Betty L. Webb age 85 of Knoxville, went home Tuesday, August 15, 2017. She was the best mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and confidant this world has ever seen. She was a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Ralph Webb; parents, Carl and Margie Wilkes; sister, Snooks; brothers, Ikie and Tooter. Survived by sons Gary (Candy) Webb and Rick (Nancy) Webb;...
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John Nmn Bradshaw
July 25, 1956 - August 8, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Lorraine B. Wilson
September 18, 1920 - August 8, 2017
Lorraine "Lorry" Wilson age 96 of Karns, passed away August 8, 2017 at Autumn Care Assisted Living in Karns. Member of Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church. She was a loving wife, mother and Nanny. Preceded in death by husband, Albert "A.H." Wilson; granddaughter, Lorri Danovich; several brothers and sisters. Survived by children, Carol (Paul) Koretko, Ron (Linda) Wilson and...
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William Jack Ridings
November 21, 1942 - August 3, 2017
Rev. William Jack Ridings, age 74 of Knoxville passed away Thursday August 3, 2017. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Member of the C.H. McKinney Masonic Lodge number 433, and a member of Westside Baptist Church for 50 years, attended Beaumont Avenue Baptist Church for the past few years. He was preceded in death by his parents Clifford and Agnes Ridings,...
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Paul Creswell Levy
June 22, 1934 - July 22, 2017
Paul (Burr) Creswell Levy, age 83 of Knoxville, passed away July 22, 2017. Mr. Levy was a member of Olivet Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Rule High School, class of 1952, and was a firefighter for 33 years, retiring as a captain with the Knoxville fire department. He was also a 32nd degree Mason, a lifetime member of the Elk's Lodge 160 and a veteran of the U.S. Army.Paul was a devoted and...
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Liem Thanh Vo
April 10, 1951 - July 21, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Willie Jane Ball
September 25, 1919 - July 18, 2017
Willie Jane Ball, age 97 of Knoxville, passed away July 18, 2017. She was born September 25, 1919 in Sevier County, Tennessee. Preceded in death by her parents, William H. Rule and Mellie J. Gibson Rule; siblings, Augusta Farmer, Agness Gibson, Genevieve Huckins, Theo Rule and Edna Turner. Survived by her son, Samuel David Ball; grandchildren, Christine (Michael) Ball-Blakely, Samuel L. Ball and...
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Elizabeth Jean Riedel
February 11, 1928 - July 16, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Weaver Funeral Home, Knoxville, TN.
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Hoyle Edward Hickey
December 28, 1945 - July 14, 2017
Hoyle Edward Hickey, age 71, born December 28, 1945, passed away July 14, 2017. He loved photography and antique cars and always had a great sense of humor. He worked for Tennessee Valley Authority for many years. He was a veteran of the United States Coast Guard and proudly served his country. Preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Velma Hickey; brothers, Russell, Donnie, Joe and Denny...
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