Teddy Bob Teffeteller
Mar 4, 2026
Teddy Bob Teffeteller, age 86, of Maryville, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Prisma Blount Memorial Hospital. Teddy retired from the Air National Guard at McGhee Tyson with 26 years of service. He was a devout Christian and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Alcoa. He loved to travel and loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren....
Patricia “Tracy” Diane Smith
Mar 3, 2026
Patricia "Tracy" Diane Smith, 60, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on January 24, 1966, in Long Beach, CA. Tracy was the beloved daughter of Mary Lou Johnson. She grew up in Townsend, Tennessee, and graduated from Heritage High School.
Above all, Tracy cherished family and friends. She is survived by her husband...
Ellis Blankenship
Mar 3, 2026
Ellis Ira “Chalk” Blankenship, born August 20, 1950, of Harlan, Kentucky, passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends on March 3, 2026. A devoted father, grandfather, husband, and friend, Chalk spent most of his life in Maryville, Tennessee, where he built deep roots in the community and touched the lives of many.
Chalk was a proud husband to...
William Ray Ball
Mar 1, 2026
William “Bill” Ball age 66 passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Prisma Blount Memorial Hospital. He retired from Blount County Sheriff's Office after over 25 years of service. Bill was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corp and an avid fisherman. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Preceded in death by: parents, Fred &...
Azalee Marie Moore
Feb 27, 2026
Azalee Marie Moore, age 98, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026 at American House Assisted Living. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Alcoa. Azalee was an attentive housekeeper of two homes and a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Survivors include: son and daughter-in-law, Michael & Sharon Moore; grandchildren, Eric (Kate), Kara and Josh (Mary) Moore;...
Suzanne Counts Wiggins
Feb 26, 2026
Suzanne Counts Wiggins, age 65, of Maryville passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. She enjoyed taking care of her grandkids, painting, and loved plants. Preceded in death by: son, Jason Olsovsky. Survivors include: son and daughter-in-law, Justin and Katie Olsovsky; grandchildren, Bruce and Andrew Muncy, Taylor Sparks, Emily and Morgan Olsovsky; brother, John Counts; sister, Peggy Walker. No services...
Otis Gene "Wildman" Howard
Feb 26, 2026
Otis Gene “Wildman” Howard, age 92 of Maryville, TN passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was a painter by trade, a loving father and friend. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Howard; parents, Vernon and Penny Darden; brother, Pete Howard, sister, Neva. Survivors include son, Ernie Howard; daughter...
Charles Samuel Quagliana
Feb 25, 2026
Charles S. Quagliana, Master Sergeant (Ret.), USAF, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026 with his family by his side. He was born December 10, 1932 in Lockport, NY, to Frank and Anna Quagliana. At age 17 he enlisted in the United States Air Force proudly and faithfully serving for nearly 22 years. He retired from the United States Air...
Charles "Chuck" Leslie Pettyjohn
Feb 25, 2026
Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel, let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant Charles.
Charles Leslie Pettyjohn was given life by his creator and was born on August 7th, 1947, the child of Francis and Geraldine Pettyjohn
In June 1955, He received the gift of Holy...
Dustin Matthew Pedigo
Feb 25, 2026
Dustin Matthew Pedigo, age 35, of Rockwood, passed away in the line of duty on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Dustin was a graduate of Heritage High School and was currently pursuing his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology at East Tennessee State University. He was deeply passionate about his work in corrections, with a strong commitment to reducing recidivism and providing trauma-informed support...
Reba Carolyn Rhyne Meiller
Feb 24, 2026
Reba Carolyn Rhyne Meiller, age 83, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on October 12, 1942, in Maryville, Tennessee, Carolyn lived a life marked by creativity, faith, and devotion to her family.
Carolyn spent much of her career in the marine industry, where she specialized in designing and creating boat interiors. Her work reflected her keen...
Katherine Pat Foster-Petrich
Feb 24, 2026
Katherine Pat Foster-Petrich, age 74, of Maryville, TN, passed away on February 24, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1951, in Norris, TN.
Pat is survived by her husband, William Petrich of Gig Harbor, WA; her daughter, Lindy Hill, and son-in-law, David Hill; and her three cherished grandchildren, Elsie Hill, Elliott Hill, and Eleanor Hill, all of Maryville, TN. She...
Mary Marie Friday
Feb 23, 2026
Mary Marie Friday, 84, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on February 23, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mary was born on January 20, 1942 in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, where she attended school and lived for many years until eventually moving to Naples, Florida where she served as Administrative Assistant to the Naples Fire Chief - a...
Mary Lynn (Chris) Boyd
Feb 22, 2026
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Mary Lynn (Chris) Boyd on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the age of 78. To those who knew her she had an inner spirit much younger than her 78 years. Chris’ final days were spent peacefully visited by family and close friends. Her husband, Al, was blessed to have...
Vola Ann Niles
Feb 20, 2026
Vola Ann Elizabeth Keyees Niles beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend left this life on February 20, 2026, at age 91. Born October 28, 1934, in Madisonville, TN to Charlie and Hilda Keyees, Ann grew up near extended family in Monroe County, TN and remained close with them even after moving to Maryville. She graduated from Everett High...
Opal June Rogers
Feb 19, 2026
Opal June Rogers, age 87, passed away peacefully at home on February 19, 2026. She was born on December 10, 1938.
Opal was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was centered around her family. She was married to her beloved husband, James "Jimmy" Rogers, for 61 years. Together they built a life rooted in faith, love, and commitment.
She...
Mitchell Inman
Feb 18, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mitchell K. Inman, beloved husband of Maggie Watson of Edmond, Oklahoma; cherished son of Jennifer Anderson Dvorak and Brian Dvorak, and Mark Inman and Rose Inman; and brother of Abby Abercrombie of Mannford, Oklahoma, and Christina Inman of Skiatook, Oklahoma. Mitch was surrounded by his devoted wife, loving...
PA Myers
Feb 17, 2026
PA Myers age 88 of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was a great-great grandson of John Oliver (the first permanent white settler in Cades Cove). His mother was attended by mid-wife Polly Harmon and probably his aunt Viola Myers who lived nearby.
As a young child he stated he remembered Hattie Myers (Ekaneetlee Lodge Cades Cove) driving her...
Jeffery Jones
Feb 16, 2026
Jeffery “Jeff” C. Jones, age 61, passed away on February 16, 2026. He was born on January 25, 1965, in Blount County, Tennessee.
Jeff was a proud graduate of William Blount High School- Class of 1983, where he developed his love of football. He continued his education and athletic career playing football at Middle Tennessee State University, an experience he always...
Juanita "Nina" Poling
Feb 15, 2026
Dear friends of Juanita "Nina" Poling, Juanita has slipped away after her long battle with
Alzheimer's.
Juanita was a daughter, sister, aunt, mother, stepmother, grandmother, great grandmother,
devoted wife, hairdresser, realtor, friend and a fantastic cook! She and her husband always
said they worked hard, played hard, fought hard, and loved harder.
Juanita had boundless energy and loved the beach. She loved the sand under...
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