OBITUARY LISTING


Fred Edward Hensley

Fred Edward Hensley

Aug 12, 2026

Fred Edward Hensley, born in Harlan County, KY on July 16, 1939, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at home. Preceded in death by: parents, William Speed Hensley and Sadie Edna Hensley; siblings, Raymond Hensley (Imogene), Mildred Norris (Gardner), Jewell Kerce (Wallace Odin), Ruby Simpson (Bill), Arthur Hensley, Alfreda Justice (Larry), Joyce Middleton (Bob), and Martha Ann Hensley; sister-in-law, Joan...

Sandra Kay Brown

Sandra Kay Brown

Aug 12, 2026

Sandy Cutshaw Brown of Maryville passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at her daughter’s home surrounded by her loving family. Sandy graduated from Porter High School, Class of 1971. She attended Tennessee Tech University and later graduated from Pellissippi State with her Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies. Sandy worked for several different law practices over her 20 years...

Edna Delois Hubbs

Edna Delois Hubbs

Aug 11, 2026

Edna "Eddie" Hubbs, age 93, of Maryville, TN, peacefully passed away August 11, 2026, at Life Care Center of Blount County.

Eddie lived a long, purposeful life centered around her family. In her younger years, she worked as a dedicated telephone operator for BellSouth for 40 years. She took great pride in being one of the switchboard operators of years past,...

MIlton Loy McClanahan

MIlton Loy McClanahan

Aug 10, 2026

Milton “Loy” McClanahan, age 76, of Friendsville, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026.

Milton was a member of Beech Grove Primitive Baptist Church and was a beloved member of his family and community. He will be remembered for His kindness, faith, And his personality.

Milton was preceded in death by his parents, Staley McClanahan and Hazel McClanahan; brothers, Gordon, Emerson, Ronald,...

Corey W. Chandler

Corey W. Chandler

Aug 10, 2026

Corey W. Chandler, age 28, of Louisville, TN, ran for the first time-into the arms of Jesus-at 7:20 p.m. on August 10, 2026. A survivor of shaken baby syndrome, he was born July 29, 1998, and had just celebrated his birthday during a 42-day hospitalization. Until repeated respiratory infections irreparably damaged his lungs, our miracle boy overcame one medical challenge...

James Douglas White

James Douglas White

Aug 10, 2026

James Douglas White, age 89, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 10, 2026. Doug retired from Mayfield Dairy Company after 36 years of employment. He was a member of Madison Avenue Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: parents, James Beauford and Blanche White. Survivors include: wife, Ruby White; son, Jim White; daughter, Teresa Headrick (Warren); grandson, Zac...

Michael Lee Simpfenderfer

Michael Lee Simpfenderfer

Aug 9, 2026

Michael Lee Simpfenderfer, age 64, went home to be with the Lord on August 9, 2026. Mike was born on April 1, 1962, in Fargo, North Dakota, the firstborn child of Eldon and Bonnie Simpfenderfer. From his parents, he inherited a deep devotion to his family, a drive to serve others, and a determination to make the world a better...

Donald Suttles

Donald Suttles

Aug 7, 2026

Donald Frances Suttles age 74, died Friday, August 7, 2026 at his home in Greenback.

Donald loved to sing and pick is guitar. He often spent days and nights fishing with his family.

Working on his old Datsun truck was something he enjoyed dearly. He was always happy to gather with his friends and family and did that as otten as he...

Linda Lee Parks

Linda Lee Parks

Aug 7, 2026

Linda Lee Parks, 80, of Alcoa, TN, went home to be with the Lord on August 7th, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Chauncey Parks, parents Wilford and Nellie Watson, brother Bill Watson, and granddaughter Shawna Kidd. She is survived by her daughters April Parks, Leigha & CJ Weaver, son Frank Parks, 7 grandchildren, and 13...

Bruce F. Russell

Bruce F. Russell

Aug 7, 2026

Bruce F. Russell, age 86, of Maryville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Friday, August 7, 2026. He was born August 25, 1939, in Maryville, Tennessee, a son of the late Nola and William Russell. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; his daughter, Stacy; his sister, Geraldine; and his brothers, Lamar, Marvin, Ron, and Rex. He is survived...

Beryl Caruso Quinton

Beryl Caruso Quinton

Aug 4, 2026

Beryl Caruso Quinton, age 86, passed away on August 4, 2026, in Walland, Tennessee. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana (NOLA) on November 21, 1939, Beryl spent her career serving the public as a personnel specialist for the United States Government. Locally, she was a dedicated and active member of the Parishioners of St. Francis of Assisi and the Rocky Branch...

Damion Jason Everett Ward

Damion Jason Everett Ward

Aug 3, 2026

Damion Jason Everett Ward, age 61, of Friendsville, left his worldly home in Friendsville and entered his eternal home Monday, August 3, 2026, just one day after enjoying a wonderful celebration of his mother’s 80th birthday with close and extended family and friends.

The last moments that Damion shared with those he loved were spent with laughter and stories. He was...

Anne Shirley Baker Lowery

Anne Shirley Baker Lowery

Aug 3, 2026

Anne Shirley Baker Lowery, age 79, of Maryville, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, August 3, 2026. Born on December 1, 1946, in Palm Beach County, Florida, Anne lived a life marked by faith, compassion, and devotion to her family.

Anne dearly loved her family, found great joy in helping others, and above all cherished her relationship with God....

Carl Douglas Pounds II

Carl Douglas Pounds II

Aug 2, 2026

Carl Douglas Pounds II, Doug Pounds, passed away to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 2, 2026. 

He was a faithful husband, father, papaw, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. He is preceded in death by his mother Thelma Christine Pickell Pounds. He is survived by his wife Teresa Gail Hubbard Pounds, children Emily and her husband Dan, Sara Beth...

Shelton Jane Belcher

Shelton Jane Belcher

Jul 31, 2026

Shelton Jane Belcher, 80, of Alcoa, TN went to be with Jesus on July 31, 2026. She courageously battled Parkinson’s Disease for more than a decade and will be remembered for her gentle spirit and selfless personality. In her final weeks, she was surrounded by her loving family who she was deeply devoted to. Shelton was born in Madisonville, TN...

Richard Hansford Spring

Richard Hansford Spring

Jul 28, 2026

Richard Hansford Spring was the kind of man who never met a stranger. Born in Baton Rouge, LA on October 2, 1948, he proudly carried the nickname “Cajun” throughout his life. He passed away in Maryville, TN on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

He was the son of Sheffield Clarke Spring and Joanna Peschier Spring Champagne.

Richard loved deeply, worked tirelessly, and faced...

Eva Bell Hopson

Eva Bell Hopson

Jul 27, 2026

Eva Hopson, age 54, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Prisma Blount Memorial Hospital.

She is survived by: son, Harry Hopson; daughter, Elizabeth Roberts; brothers, Lawrence Hopson, Jaime Mas, Jesse Stevens; sisters, Miranda Stevens, Bridgett and E.J. Miller; parents, Theresa and stepfather Lester Mayhew; several nieces and nephews, Tyler Mas, Nathan Mas, and Jarett Hopson; several uncles, James Mize,...

Julia Lee Goins

Julia Lee Goins

Jul 26, 2026

Julia Lee Hill Goins, age 84, of Maryville, born December 18, 1941, went home to be with Jesus on July 26, 2026 at Brookdale Sandy Springs Memory Care. She battled Alzheimer's for over 10 years. Julia had been a CNA at Asbury Acres Health Center for 22 years.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dwight Goins; parents, Rev. Henry...

David Lynn Costner

David Lynn Costner

Jul 24, 2026

After several years of declining health, David passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior. He was devoted to his wife, immensely proud of his daughters and granddaughter, and had a special love for his Rottweilers.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Gladys Costner, and his brother-in-law, Jerry...

Phyllis Jean Perrin

Phyllis Jean Perrin

Jul 22, 2026

Phyllis J. Perrin born December 18, 1938 died July 22, 2026. She was born in Aurora, Illinois She resided in Maryville, TN for the last 28 years. She loved God and her family! She was a lifelong  Chicago Bears fan.  She loved to work outside and plant her flowers,  Her love, strength and courage were unmeasurable.  She will be deeply...