Elizabeth Joann Albright
Apr 19, 2026
Elizabeth Joann Albright, age 81, of Maryville, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026 at home. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She liked to play slot machines, go to garage sales, fishing and cooking. Elizabeth retired from Alcoa Aluminum Co. Preceded in death by: mother, Maggie Estell Boring; brothers, Bill Parott and Johnny Dean Parott; husband, Harold...
Connie "Sue" McKinney Spears
Apr 18, 2026
Connie “Sue” McKinney Spears, age 87, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026 surrounded by family at her home. Sue was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Maryville, Tennessee.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Preston and Foy McKinney, and her siblings Ren McKinney, Mike McKinney, and Max McKinney.
Sue is...
Claude Andrew Gardner
Apr 16, 2026
Claude Andrew Gardner age 83 of Maryville, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026 at home. He actively served the Lord in his church, community and family. Claude was a 47 years member of Maryville Church of Christ. He was known for his wonderful smile and laugh and his joy stemmed from his love for his family. Preceded in death by:...
Frieda Jeanette Anderson
Apr 15, 2026
Frieda Anderson, age 85, of Maryville, TN, passed away on April 15th, 2026.
Frieda was a woman of deep faith, kindness, and of quiet strength. She devoted her life to caring for others and was a source of love and support for her family. Her warmth, compassion, and gentle spirit touched all who knew her, and she leaves behind a legacy...
Dorothy Jane McDonald Duncan
Apr 15, 2026
Dorothy Jane McDonald Duncan, age 95, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at home with her family by her bedside. She was a loving Christian wife, mother and grandmother and great-grandmother. Also, a lifelong dedicated member of Old Piney Grove Baptist Church. She was retired from White Stores/Food City after 38 years of service.
She was preceded in death in...
William Wayne Brown
Apr 15, 2026
William Wayne Brown, 74, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on April 15, 2026 at Parkwest Hospital. Wayne was born in Maryville, TN and graduated from Maryville High School in 1969. He then earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville before pursuing a career in plant management. Wayne joined the senior management team...
James Lamar Kumbar
Apr 8, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Lamar Kumbar, who entered eternal rest on April 8, 2026, at the age of 84. James was born on December 4, 1941, in Washington DC, to Anthony (Tony) and Ida Kumbar.
James grew up in Suitland, Maryland alongside his brother, Joe (Betty) who preceded him in death and his...
Shirley C Twiddy
Apr 3, 2026
Shirley C. Twiddy, beloved wife, mother, nana, and sister, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee. A devoted Air Force wife for 22 years, she raised her family while traveling across the country and overseas, always creating a loving home.
She was a talented quilter and gifted seamstress, sharing her kindness through handmade quilts for family, friends, and...
Linda Faye Goddard Hammond
Apr 1, 2026
Linda Faye Griffin Goddard Hammond, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at ParkWest Hospital in Knoxville, TN, after a battle with cancer.
Born December 2, 1943, in Meridian, MS to Elsie Smith Griffin and Lloyd F. Griffin, who predeceased her. She spent most of her formative years living on or near Air Force bases, as her dad was an...
Melonie Dawn Effler
Apr 1, 2026
Melonie Dawn Effler, age 53 of Maryville, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at her home. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and friend to all who knew her. She was their everything, and more to them than could be put on paper. Melonie was a graduate of Heritage High School, worked for Vulcan Materials, and went home to...
James Robert Phillips, III
Apr 1, 2026
James Robert Phillips,III of Maryville, TN (formerly of Pittsburgh, PA), passed away Wednesday April 1st, 2026
James is preceded in death by His parents, James R Phillips Jr. and Agnes C Phillips. Brothers; Lawrence and Leo. Nephew; Jay Mellon. Brother-In-Law; Paul Lewis, as well as numerous Aunts and Uncles.
James is survived by his sisters; Clare Lewis and Kathy Deverant. Aunt; Ginny...
Ina Christine Moredock
Apr 1, 2026
Ina Christine (Ramsey) Moredock- 97 years old, Powell, TN, passed away April 1, 2026. She was born and raised in Overton County, TN. She was a member of Broadway Methodist Church in Maryville, TN.
Preceded in death by parents, James and Sallie (Winningham) Ramsey, of Overton County, TN; Sisters, Leona Wheeler of New York and Mabel Bandoian of Maryland. Survived by...
Daniel Francis Lovett III
Mar 31, 2026
“I love my family.”
“I love my friends.”
“I love the Lord.”
Devoted Family Man, Land Developer, and Sports Car Enthusiast. Survived by wife, Vita Marie Lovett of Maryville, Son, Daniel (Danny) Francis Lovett IV, of Maryville. Sister & Brother-In-Law Dawn & George DeBaby of Maryville. Brother & Sister-In-Law Dean & Kathi Lovett of Denver, Colorado. Brother-in-Law Fred Manning & wife Tammy Naumik...
Martha Sue Harveston
Mar 30, 2026
Martha Sue Harveston, age 87, of Marville passed away Monday March 30, 2026. Martha was a dedicated member of Central Baptist Church in Alcoa for over 65 years. She enjoyed cooking, cleaning, and her role as a babysitter, cherishing the time spent with each child that passed through her care.
Martha is preceded in death by her parents, Stewart and Jewell...
Edward Harrison
Mar 28, 2026
Edward (Ed) Landon Harrison, 63, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, surrounded by family. Ed was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who built a life marked by quiet strength, resilience and a deep love for his family.
Ed was born on November 26, 1962, in Lincoln Park, Michigan and remained in the area until his retirement (2018) at which...
Shannon Kay McNeilly
Mar 22, 2026
Shannon Kay McNeilly, age 69, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 22, 2026, with her sister, Pam Russell, mother, Geraldine Crabtree, and good friend Connie Johnston by her side. Shannon was in the care of UT Hospice. Shannon was a longtime factory worker. She loved animals and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by: father,...
Barbara R. Carpenter
Mar 22, 2026
Barbara R. Carpenter, age 89, of Maryville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at home. "Bobbie" was a lovingly dedicated member of her community, family, and church. In 1956, she and her husband, Jack, established a farm near Wildwood and built their home with the help of her father, uncles and brother. That same year, she began her...
Jesse Oliver Bond
Mar 21, 2026
Jesse Oliver Bond, age 85, of Maryville, TN passed away after a long illness on March 21, 2026. He was born in Deering, MO to the late Otto and Izora Bond on March 12, 1941. Jesse grew up on a large farm working alongside his father and brothers. He attended Deering High School graduating in 1959, then attended the University...
Lisa Ann Kidd
Mar 21, 2026
Lisa Ann Kidd, age 63, of Walland, Tennessee, passed away on March 21, 2026. Lisa was preceded in death by her beloved twins, Rex and Lex; her mother, Juanita Gunter; her stepfather, Jack Gunter; her father, Robert Yates; her sister, Sandra Boring; her daughter, Shawna; and her brothers and sisters-in-law, James Kidd, Charles Wilson, Janice Teffeteller, and Joyce Webber. She...
Foster Kilgroe Cather Jr.
Mar 19, 2026
Foster Kilgroe Cather, Jr., age 71, passed away peacefully at his home in Knoxville, TN on the morning of March 19, 2026.
Born on December 28, 1954, Foster was a man of strength, discipline, and conviction, whose life was marked by dedication to his passions, his family, and his principles.
Foster was raised in South Florida. He attended Dania Elementary School and...
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