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Connie Jo Gibson

Connie Jo Gibson

Jun 14, 2026

In loving memory of Connie Jo Gibson (10/14/46 - 6/14/26) Connie Jo Gibson, age 79, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion, hard work, and unconditional love that will continue to live on through all who knew her. Connie shared a beautiful life with her beloved late...

Wendell Douglas Whitehead

Wendell Douglas Whitehead

Jun 14, 2026

In Loving Memory of Wendell Douglas Whitehead 1944 – 2026

Wendell Douglas “Doug” Whitehead, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones. A proud Vietnam Veteran, devoted family man, and loyal friend, Wendell lived a life marked by service, strength, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.

Born October 26, 1943, Wendell answered the call to serve his country...

Linda Sue Ball

Linda Sue Ball

Jun 9, 2026

Linda Sue Ball age 68 of Maryville, passed away June 9, 2026. She loved basketball, softball, and sports of all kind. Linda coached basketball at all levels in the Blount County for many years. She was also an umpire and referee. In 2015, Linda was inducted into the Blount County Sports Hall of Fame. She was involved in local youth...

Linda Lea Isbill

Linda Lea Isbill

Jun 8, 2026

Linda Lea Isbill, born on October 22, 1940, peacefully passed away at home on June 8, 2026. Her life was marked by deep dedication to her family, adventurous spirit, and warm generosity that touched the lives of all who knew her.

Linda is survived by her beloved spouse of 39 years, Fred Isbill, who stood by her side through countless cherished...

William Michael McLemore

William Michael McLemore

Jun 7, 2026

William “Mike” McLemore, born April 18th, 1975, passed away unexpectedly on June 7th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Mike was raised in Friendsville, Tennessee where he continued to live until his passing. Mike was a hardworking father and husband who provided and loved his family with everything he had. Mike was a fantastic cook who threw the...

Bobby Myers McCampbell

Bobby Myers McCampbell

Jun 6, 2026

Bobby Myers McCampbell born June 14, 1943 passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026. He was a 30+ year retiree of Alcoa, nicknamed “Hopsing”, and a member of United Steel Workers Local 309. He enjoyed Nascar racing and Tennessee football. He was a member of the Alcoa Betrayed Retirees group. Bobby loved taking part in all the good things the...

Cecil Lee Strickland

Cecil Lee Strickland

Jun 6, 2026

Cecil Lee Strickland, age 61 of Maryville, TN passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at home. Cecil enjoyed sports and was a member of Everett Hills Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his father, Cecil Strickland. Survivors include his wife, Missy Prather; daughter and son-in-law, Brittany Haston (Joey); daughter, Lindsey Strickland; grandchildren, Grace, Mattie, Boone, Hunter, Harper;...

Randall Lynn Payne

Randall Lynn Payne

Jun 5, 2026

Randall Lynn Payne, 72, passed away at his home, surrounded by family and love, on Friday, June 5, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dallas "D.C." Payne and Betty Payne.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Corey and Claire Payne; his daughter, Laramie Payne; and his beloved grandchildren, Kylee and Gia Payne. He is also survived by...

Douglas C. Fish

Douglas C. Fish

Jun 5, 2026

Douglas Craig Fish, 82, of Maryville, TN passed into his heavenly home on Friday, June 5, 2026. He was born in 1943 on an Air Force base in Montgomery, AL and moved around with his family, eventually settling in Knoxville. He met his wife, Arlene, when she was hired to work at the grocery store where he was a stock...

Katherine Jones

Katherine Jones

Jun 1, 2026

Katherine "Kat" Ann Jones, 64, of Blount County, passed away peacefully June 1, 2026, after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her family at home. Born in Sevierville, TN. She was a devout Christian and member of Six Mile Missionary Baptist Church and a dedicated server for the Cracker Barrel company with nearly 30 years of service....

Faye Frances Ogle

Faye Frances Ogle

Jun 1, 2026

Faye Frances Lemaster Ogle, age 77 of Maryville, TN, passed away Monday, May 1, 2026 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was born on November 9,1948 in Ashland Kentucky. Faye graduated from Soddy Daisy High School. She was a homemaker and volunteer substitute teacher at Fairview Elementary. Faye was a loving mother, and wife to full time working husband. She loved...

Wayne Lee Teffeteller

Wayne Lee Teffeteller

Jun 1, 2026

Wayne Lee Teffeteller, age 81, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones. Wayne was born on 9/8/44 in Maryville to Luther & Irene Teffeteller.

Wayne was a proud veteran who served his country in the United States Navy. Upon returning home, he channeled his strong work ethic into building a successful business....

Vickie Lynn McCray

Vickie Lynn McCray

May 31, 2026

Vickie Lynn (Smith) McCray, age 78, of [hometown Elizabethton, TN], passed away on May 31, 2026, after a courageous and fierce two + year battle with cancer. She had just celebrated her 78th birthday, a testament to the grace of God that sustained her through every day of her journey.

Mom was the heart of our family. She raised two children,...

Lena Sams Smith

Lena Sams Smith

May 31, 2026

Lena Sams Smith, was born July 18, 1934 in Rockford, Tennessee. July 18 would also be the birthday of her son, Russell, and her granddaughter Stephanie Kate.

She passed away at age 91 on May 31, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Bill J, Smith., and, her parents, Doc Carl Sams and Myrtle Long Sams...

Bryan Carver Nuchols

Bryan Carver Nuchols

May 30, 2026

Bryan Carver Nuchols, age 57, of Maryville, born March 6, 1969, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026. Bryan was a man with a generous heart who would give without hesitation to anyone in need. He had a personal relationship with Christ and is now in the presence of his Lord and Savior. He had a deep love for his family...

Landon Evans Nickerson

Landon Evans Nickerson

May 26, 2026

With broken hearts and endless love, we announce the passing of our beloved son, Landon Evans Nickerson, who went to be with Jesus on May 26, 2026, surrounded and on May 28th was reunited in heaven with his Great Grandmother, Jo Ann Nickerson. Landon spent countless hours with her, especially when he was younger, and they shared a very special...

Robert Lee Miller

Robert Lee Miller

May 26, 2026

Robert Lee Miller (Bob), age 95, of Alcoa, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on May 26, 2026. Born on May 19, 1931, in Maryville, Tennessee to Burl and June Miller. He was blessed to celebrate his 95th birthday surrounded by family and loved ones just one week before his passing. His life was defined by hard work, loyalty,...

Loretta Lynn Teaster

Loretta Lynn Teaster

May 23, 2026

Loretta Lynn Teaster, age 59, of Walland, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. Loretta worked in the Townsend area her whole life and was a very dependable worker. She was a member of Friendly Hill Baptist Church. Loretta enjoyed riding motorcycles and even had her own. Preceded in death...

Mary Gladys Maples

Mary Gladys Maples

May 20, 2026

Mary Gladys Maples, age 88, of Maryville, originally from Dayton, OH, passed away, Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Foothills Transitional Care. She moved to East Tennessee in 1980 because her dad was from this area. Mary was a member of Dotson Memorial Baptist Church where she loved singing in the choir and talking about the Lord. She also enjoyed sewing,...

Jo Ellen Backus

Jo Ellen Backus

May 19, 2026

Jo Ellen Backus, 91, of Louisville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026. Born on April 13, 1935, in Falls Mills, Virginia, Jo Ellen lived a life dedicated to her family, faith, and education. 

Jo Ellen earned her Bachelor of Education and Master’s Degree from the University of Tennessee and went on to share her passion for learning as a...