OBITUARIES

James Roy Dean, Jr.

Sep 1, 2024

James Roy Dean, Jr.  79 of Alcoa, Tennessee departed this life September 1, 2024 at Foothills Transitional Care. James accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord at a young age and was a member of Rest Haven Baptist Church in Alcoa.

Born to the late James and Alberta Dean August 21, 1945. He was a graduate of Charles...

Emma Juanita Dudley Penson

Aug 31, 2024

Emma Juanita Dudley Penson left her earthly temple to go to her heavenly home on August 30, 2024. Emma was born in McKenzie, TN to the union of Aaron and Connie Horton/Oglesby Dudley on March 21, 1943, at midnight. She had five brothers Eugene, Tom Frank, Wallace, Bobbie and Aaron “Slick” and three sisters Ethel Joyce “Sister”, Joyce Elizabeth...

Temperance Hall

Aug 24, 2024

Temperance Hall

June 23, 2000 - August 24, 2024

No services planned at this time. Final Arrangements entrusted to Foothills Funeral Home.

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Marshawn Asbury

Aug 9, 2024

Marshawn Curtis Asbury, age 49, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024, at his home. Born on July 31, 1975, Marshawn was a devoted father to his two sons, Daunte and Bryson. He was a graduate of Alcoa High School class of 1994 where he played basketball and later coached several Alcoa youth basketball and football teams. For many years,...

Sarah Burgess

Aug 1, 2024

Sarah Elizabeth Burgess was born on July 1, 1949 to Frank and Mildred Cleota Hodge of Alcoa, Tennessee. Sarah attended Charles M. Hall School and later went on to get her GED in Detroit, MI. She later attended Vocational-technical school and received certification in COM-Peripheral equipment operatorand Pellissippi State Community College. Sarah also enjoyed playing softball, swimming, fishing and...

Frank Horton

Jul 28, 2024

Frank Lee Horton, Jr. born February 15th, 1950, formerly of Kingsport, TN., passed away peacefully at home Sunday, July 28th, 2024. He was born in Stonega, Virginia to Frank Lee Horton Sr. and Barbara Neal Horton. He was a proud resident of Friendsville, Tennessee with his wife of 34 years, Flutchie (Dee Dee) Horton Frank was preceded in death...

Ronald Davis Stewart, Sr.

Jul 13, 2024

Ronald Davis Stewart Sr., 71, gained his wings on July 13, 2024, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Born on June 7, 1953, in Knoxville, Ronald was a devoted husband and father.

Ronald graduated from Austin East High School in 1971. He began a fulfilling career at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory's X10 plant, dedicating over 30 years as...

Brandon Scott Knauer

Jun 30, 2024

Brandon Scott Knauer, 16, died unexpectedly on June 30, 2024 at Blount Memorial Hospital.

Brandon was born August 8, 2007 in Maryville, TN to Marissa Shearer and Bradley Knauer. Brandon had an unconditional love for his family, baseball, and the Green Bay Packers. Brandon was an upcoming senior at Alcoa High School.

He was proceeded...

Gloria Ann Williams

Jun 15, 2024

Gloria Ann Zachery Williams surrounded by her loved ones passed away peacefully on June 15, 2024 at the age of 73. She was born and preceded in death to her mother Mary Laura Zachery. She received Christ at an early age at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church and was an active member of the Usher Board and the choir. Gloria...

Janice Lunsford

Jun 14, 2024

Janice Elaine Lunsford, age 67, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024. She had distinguished career as a Nurse. Janice spread her love through baking for friends and family. She was most proud of her children and grandchildren. She had a love for music, collecting angels, and being outdoors. Janice leaves behind a legacy of dedication,...

Edwin Whiting

May 31, 2024

Edwin Knapton Whiting of Maryville passed away on May 31st, 2024 at the age of 89.

Edwin was born in Seattle, Washington the first born son of Edwin Cram Whiting and Marjorie Knapton Whiting. Edwin is survived by his wife, Valerie, his sister, Barbara, his son, Edwin Grady Whiting, his daughter, Amanda Whiting D'Aquila and grandchildren Edwin...

Patrick Porter

May 12, 2024

Patrick was born September 10, 1944 took the hand of God and caught his last train home to be with the Angels in Heaven May 12, 2024. Born as the first son to the late Frank W. and Bessie O. Porter. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, wife, Mamie Powell Porter and son Patrick...

Jamauri Griffin

Apr 27, 2024

Griffin, Jamauri D’Arron 25 of Maryville went home to be with the Lord on April 27, 2024. Maruri was a true blessing to our family, his friends, and anyone that came in contact with his loving, goofy, and giving spirit. May you rest in peace my sweet child, Mauri. Family will receive friends from noon – 1:00 p.m. on...

Karen Louise Coffin

Apr 20, 2024

Karen Louise Coffin, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Karen was born to parents, Lloyd and Louise Coffin on August 19, 1950. She graduated from Alcoa High School with the class of 1968. She attended Knoxville College and later became employed there. Before retiring, she worked with several grassroot and...

Cathy Mccord

Apr 4, 2024

Cathy J. McCord age 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Blount Memorial Hospital in Maryville Tennessee.

Cathy was born on July 27, 1956 to Clyde Raiford and Janie Mae Raiford. She was the youngest of 12 siblings.

She was a devoted member of Bethel Missionary Baptist...

Amos Siler, Jr.

Mar 30, 2024

Amos Cleon Siler, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 30th, 2024. Born on February 28th, 1952 to Amos and Dollie Siler in Alcoa, Tennessee. Cleon was a graduate of Alcoa High School (1970). Awarded a Football scholarship to ETSU, received a BS in Human Services.

Preceded in death by his Father and...

Floyd Potter

Mar 27, 2024

Floyd Potter

October 7, 1935 - March 27, 2024

Graveside service 11:00 a.m.

Thursday April 4, 2024 at Grandview Cemetery Maryville, TN

Jennifer Simerly

Mar 8, 2024

Jennifer L. Simerly

December 4th, 1974- March 8th 2024

Jennifer Simerly, age 49 of Maryville, TN, was called home to her heavenly father on March 8th 2024. Jennifer devoted 30 years as a hairdresser where she impacted many lives. She loved and adored her family, children, and grandchildren. Jennifer will always be remembered for her...

Sandra Dunlap

Feb 25, 2024

Sandra "Sandy" Dunlap, age 67 of Maryville, passed away peacefully, and entered eternal rest on February 25th, 2024.Sandy was a selflessly loving and beautiful wife, and mother; and a proud and fiercely devoted grandmother. She was known by all who knew her, as a gentle, sweet, and generous loving soul.

She is preceded in death by her...

Ronnie C. Jowers

Feb 19, 2024

Ronnie Jowers, 70, passed away on February 19, 2024, at home. He was born in 1954 in Columbus Georgia to Beatrice Robertson and Jack Jower Sr. Ronnie leaves to cherish his memories with his wife, Leslie Jower. Ronnie was born to Jack Jowers Sr and Mother Beatrice Robertson. Ronnie will be preceded in death by Jack Jowers Jr., Betty...