John Wesley Mikles

John Wesley Mikles, age 55, of Maryville, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at home surrounded by his family, after a difficult battle with pancreatic cancer. Wesley was born on January 29, 1966 to Johnny and Rosalie Mikles in Maryville. After graduating from William Blount High School, Wesley worked as a mechanic for Twin City Buick for several years before joining Maryville College, where he spent the last 18 years working in the physical plant and custodial services departments. He was a loyal employee with a strong work ethic. Wesley is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kristen (Godwin) Mikles; children, Emma, Zoe, and Mason; parents, Rosalie Mikles and Johnny Mikles (Billie); aunts, Shirley (Burl) Lovin, Monica Mikles; uncles, Darius Mikles, Bill (Pat) Phelps, and Gene (Helen) Phelps; many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Preceded in death by grandparents, JT and Dora Thelma Mikles and WD and Marie Phelps; brother, Mark Mikles. Wesley attended High Praises Church in Maryville. He recently rededicated his life to the Lord and was excited to share the Good News of salvation with others. He loved Jesus and is now worshipping Him in heaven, free of pain and suffering. He loved his wife and children with all his whole heart and enjoyed getting outside to play with them. He enjoyed bike rides, motorcycle rides, camping, pretty much anything outdoors. Wesley was a kind, loyal man willing to lend a helping hand. If you knew him, you loved him. He had an amazing sense of humor that few were fortunate to witness and enjoy. He rarely talked a lot, but when he said something, you better listen because it was usually either really funny or extremely insightful. If it was about motorcycles or cars, you better get comfortable because you were going to be there a while. He will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 PM on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Memorial service immediately following officiated by Rev. Ernest Reeves and Rev. Jack Midkiff. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of John Wesley Mikles please visit our Sympathy Store.