Vernon Rymer Shamblin
Jul 7, 2025
Vernon Rymer Shamblin transitioned to his heavenly home peacefully on July 7, one day after his 95th birthday, surrounded by his family. He served 4 years in US Airforce as a mechanic on B-52 bombers. In 1994, he retired from Ford Motor Credit Company after 34 years of service. During his retirement, he enjoyed going to the Museum of Appalachia...
Shelia Patricia Tipton
Jul 18, 2025
Shelia Patricia Tipton, 84, went to her heavenly home in the early hours of July 18, 2025, in the comfort of her home, with family by her side. She was most often known as “Pat”, but her favorite title was “GanGan”.
Pat was the second of four children born to Charles and Mary Charles Myers. She was born on June 28,...
Dora Elaine Crowder Jones
Jul 30, 2025
Dora Elaine Crowder Jones, age 80, of Maryville TN passed away peacefully from this life to eternal life with Jesus on July 30, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents Luther and Thelma Crowder, and brother Richard of Rock Hill, SC. Dora will be leaving behind her husband; Harold Jones, sons; Steven (Lisa), David (Adrienne), daughter; Jennifer (Alan),...
Janie L. Whitehead
Jul 30, 2025
Janie Lou Whitehead, age 69, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 30, 2025. Janie was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Maryville, TN, a church of which she was proudly the first baby born.
She was a dedicated Christian, who taught Sunday School for many years...
Lee Bryson McGetrick
Jul 29, 2025
Lee passed at home with her family at her side laughing and telling stories about all the things that bring a family together. I am so very thankful for such a wonderful mother. So thankful that God allowed us to have her in our lives. She loved and cared for every person around her including her dog Atlas, and her...
Roy "Shannon" Nabors, III
Jul 27, 2025
Roy “Shannon” Nabors, age 17, of Louisville, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Shannon was a student at William Blount High School, where he was a member of the football team and shared his love of sports with teammates and friends. He also played baseball with Maryville Little League’s Senior League and the ICE...
Beverly Buchanan
Jul 23, 2025
Beverly Lynn Buchanan, age 88, a four year resident of Ginger Cove Continuing Care community in Annapolis, Maryland and previously of the Indian Landing community in Millersville, Maryland, died July 23, 2025 at Ginger Cove. Eleven years prior, Beverly suffered a debilitating stroke; however, her inherent qualities of determination, courage, and strength endured.
Beverly was born March 7, 1937 in Oxford,...
Frederick Campbell Moffatt
Jul 23, 2025
Frederick ("Fred") Moffatt peacefully passed away July 23, 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Fred was 86 years old. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Anne, his two sons Jonathan (Daphne Moffatt) of Knoxville and Lee (Karen Moffatt) of Marietta, GA, and his grandson Patrick Moffatt.
Fred attended the Kent School in Connecticut, Colby College (B.A.), Arizona State University, (M.F.A.). and...
Drusilla Hamilton Mitchell
Jul 23, 2025
Drusilla Hamilton Mitchell, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents McDowell and Virginia Hamilton and her brother Jack Hamilton. She is survived by her daughter; Heather Roberts (David), granddaughter; Dru Ann Austin, and great grandson Aiden Clarke. Condolences may be shared at www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000...
Jason Jerome Olsovsky
Jul 23, 2025
Jason Jerome Olsovsky, age 42, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Survivors include: mother, Suzanne Wiggins; brother & sister-in-law, Justin & Katie Olsovsky. There are no services scheduled at this time. Condolences may be shared at www.SmithFuneralandCremationService. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000 is servicing the family at this time.
Allen Joseph Hochstein
Jul 22, 2025
Allen J. Hochstein, 87, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in July 2025.
Born in 1938, Allen dedicated his life to both his family and his country. After serving 4 years in the US Air Force, he worked for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for 37 years, where he supervised the installation of radar systems at airports across the country—contributing to...
James Louis Heintz Jr.
Jul 21, 2025
James Louis Heintz Jr., 77, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025. He was married for over thirty-six years and worked at the Kroger Company for over forty-one years. James was also a member of the United Food Workers Union #1995. He is preceded in death by his parents James and Brownie Heintz. He is survived by his wife; Glenda...
Julia Kennedy McLaurin
Jul 21, 2025
Julia Rose Kennedy McLaurin, affectionately known as Judy, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, after a valiant battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her cherished family during her final moments. Born on December 19, 1951, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Judy was the third child of William and Pauline (Barbour) Kennedy. From a young age, she embraced her faith...
Roy Stephen Hayes
Jul 20, 2025
Roy Stephen “Steve” Hayes, 77, passed away peacefully at Life Care Center of Blount County on July 20, 2025. Steve was preceded in death by: father, William Harold “Snag” Hayes; mother, Ola Elizabeth McClurg Hayes; older brother, Johnny Harold Hayes; infant brother, Billy Ray Hayes. He is survived by: sister, Libby Breeding; nephews, Craig & Kim Hayes; Zach & Mandy...
Ellen Myers Cromwell
Jul 20, 2025
Ellen M. Cromwell, age 69 of Maryville. Sunday, July 20th, 2025, Ellen passed away from a decade long fight with AML leukemia. She will be missed by anyone who had the privilege of meeting her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Hoyle and Betty Myers. Her brother Ronald Edward Myers. Her sister-in-law Barbra Lambdon, and niece, Kimberly Parton.
She is...
Lester Keith Sparks
Jul 20, 2025
Lester Keith Sparks, age 84, of Maryville, passed away on July 20, 2025. He and his wife (Carolyn) were married for over forty years, they were also owners and operators of Sparky’s Restaurant for over thirty-six years. He is preceded in death by his wife; Carolyn Sparks, parents; Bill and Billie Sparks, brothers; Robert Sparks, Neil Sparks, and sister; Christine...
Henry Van Webb
Jul 20, 2025
Henry “Van” Webb, age 89, of Townsend passed away early Sunday, July 20, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Bette June (Skidmore); daughter Vanessa (Wade); son Ashley (Pauline); sister June Beaver; granddaughters Sarah, Taylor, and Katheryn; brother-in-law Richard Skidmore; sister-in-law Patricia Skidmore; and several nieces and nephews. Van was preceded in death by his parents...
Donnie "Grant" Cogburn
Jul 19, 2025
Donnie “Grant” Cogburn, age 29 of Maryville, passed away suddenly Saturday, July 19, 2025. Grant was a 2014 graduate of William Blount High School and was a member of the baseball and football teams at William Blount and Alcoa High School. He spent last year as a T-Ball coach. He was presently employed with Koala Insulation. Grant was a family...
Patricia Irene "Pati" Cooke
Jul 18, 2025
Patricia Kos Cooke, devoted wife, sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many passed away on July 18, 2025 at Parkwest Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee after a long-fought health battle. She was born into a military family at Fort Eustis, Virginia to parents Frank Kos Sr. and Beulah Mae Hargis Kos and raised in South Fayette Township outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pati...
JM Payne
Jul 18, 2025
JM Payne, age 91, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on July 18, 2025. Born on July 14, 1934, in Madison, Alabama. JM lived a long, full, and faithful life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and unwavering service to others.
JM wore many hats throughout his lifetime — a farmer, steelworker, manufacturer, engineer, and accomplished business...
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