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 best crab boils. He loved hunting, fishing, and camping. He loved working in his garden. Mike worked as an HVAC specialist for many years. Above all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by: grandparents, Earl Spangler and Frank and Genalla McLemore. He is survived by his amazing wife, Carrie; daughters and son-in-law, Leann (Marcus) and Amber; parents, Stanley and Teresa; his brother, Eric (Samantha); grandmother, Ruby Spangler; aunt and uncle, Kathy and Kenny Evans; cousins, Kristy Tipton, Kayla McNeilly, and Corey McLemore; nieces and nephews, along with an abundance of loving family and friends. The family wants to thank the staff at Prisma Blount Memorial Hospital for their dedication and compassion during his final days. Family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, Friday, June 12, 2026 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and interment at 1:00 PM, Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Zion’s Chapel Church Cemetery with Rev. Tommy Self officiating. Condolences may be shared at Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.