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Ida Mary Bridges

Ida Mary Bridges

Feb 5, 2019

Ida Mary Bridges age 98 of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, February 05, 2019 at Shannondale of Knoxville. She was a member of Central Baptist Church. Ida graduated from Everett High School and was a great cook who enjoyed making beautiful quilts and gardening. Preceded in death by: Husband, Lon Bridges; Parents, Horace and Ova Willocks; Sister & Brother-in-law, Eula Mae...

Robert Paul Draper II

Robert Paul Draper II

Feb 4, 2019

Robert Paul Draper, II age 44 of Maryville, passed away Monday, February 4, 2019 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp security forces and infantry. Robert was a Christian who loved the Lord. He was an avid reader and video gamer who loved Star Wars, hiking in the mountains, and the...

John S. Cermak Sr.

John S. Cermak Sr.

Feb 4, 2019

John “Pappy” Cermak age 89 of Maryville passed away on Monday, February 4, 2019. John was a member of the Maryville Seventh Day Adventist Church. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. John was a collector of Hot Wheels and an avid Pittsburg Steeler’s fan. Preceded in death by wife, Audrey; brothers, Mike, Paul, and Fred; sister, Mary. Survived...

Hazel B. O'Dell

Hazel B. O'Dell

Feb 2, 2019

Hazel B. O’Dell, age 96 of Maryville, passed away peacefully at her home on February 2, 2019. She was 96 ½! Hazel was born June 5th, 1922 in Sevier County Tennessee to James Matthias Benson and Susan Hardin Benson of Wears Valley, TN. She was a member of Piney Level Baptist Church for over 60 years serving as a Sunday...

Sheila Michelle Perry

Sheila Michelle Perry

Feb 1, 2019

Sheila Michelle (Hill) Perry of Alcoa, TN died Friday, February 1, 2019 in her home in Chattanooga, TN. She was born January 28, 1966, and was preceded in death by daughter, Sheila Lacole Latham, mother Wilma Jean Fuller, father Charles Wayne Hill, and beloved grandparents. Surviving are daughters, Kimberly (Danny) Perry of Knoxville and Christian Pfifer of Maryville; partner, David...

Jerry Holsonback

Jerry Holsonback

Jan 29, 2019

Jerry Holsonback age 80 of Maryville passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He retired from Exxon Mobile with 25+ years of service. Jerry loved wood working and rebuilding cars and was known as “Car Guy.” He attended First Christian Church. Preceded in death by: Brother, Sam Holsonback; Parents, Howard & Jo Holsonback; Baby Brother, Jimmy Holsonback....

Holly Jo Teffeteller

Holly Jo Teffeteller

Jan 27, 2019

Holly Jo Teffeteller age 70 of Walland, passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019 at home. She retired from Alcoa Aluminum. Holly enjoyed gardening, crocheting, sewing, and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by: Mother, Wanda Binggeli; Brother, Bruce Binggeli; Father, Albert Binggeli. Survivors include: Husband, Charles Teffeteller; Sons, Roger Pyle and Kurt Teffeteller; Daughters, LeeAnn Reed and Charline...

Sally Jo Helton

Sally Jo Helton

Jan 24, 2019

Sally Jo Helton age 90 of Maryville passed away Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Springview Baptist Church. She worked at K-Mart where she retired after 25+ years of service. She loved making food for family and friends. Sally was a woman with a servant’s heart. Everyone was family to her. Preceded in...

Nancy Lillie Perkins

Nancy Lillie Perkins

Jan 23, 2019

Nancy Lillie Perkins age 96 of Friendsville passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at home surrounded by her family. She was a member of Friendsville First Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: parents, Roscoe & Mollie Widener; husband, Ralph Perkins; son, Dennis Perkins; grandchildren, Ralph A., Lacey, and Myla; Sons-in-law, Roy Raines, Rayburn Peak and Roy Hearon; Daughter-in-law, Claire...

William H. Long

William H. Long

Jan 20, 2019

William “Bill” H. Long age 56 of Maryville passed away Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by: Parents, VJ & Lillian long; Brother-in-law, Donnie Bible. Survivors include: Wife, Jodi Long; Siblings, Robert Long, Betty Humphrey, Victoria Bible; several nieces and nephews and extended family also survive. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and...

Riley Shane Blair

Riley Shane Blair

Jan 20, 2019

Riley Shane Blair age 21 of Maryville passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019. Riley was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. He was employed by Funderburk Electric Company and was an outdoor enthusiast. Survived by parents, Wendy and Roger Blair; brother, Cedric Blair; grandparents, Donnie and Nancy Giles, Tommy and Francis Blair; aunts and uncles, Lisa and...

Jim Cox

Jim Cox

Jan 19, 2019

Jim Cox, age 87, of Maryville passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Ellen Cox; parents, Eli and Clementine Cox; sister, Pat Carr; brothers, Estol, Chuck, Dan and Harvey Cox. He is survived by brothers, Bob and Richard Cox; sister, Mary Deavours; children, Ann Hicks, Rachel Tramutolo, Steven Cox, Jenny Williams,...

Frank Earle Rankin Jr.

Frank Earle Rankin Jr.

Jan 16, 2019

Frank Earle Rankin, Jr. passed away on January 16th at his home in Maryville, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank E. Rankin, Sr. and Barbara Moore Rankin. He is survived by his loving wife, Jewel; daughter Kimberley, son-in-law David Keys and grandson William Keys of Alameda, CA.; Son Kenneth, daughter-in-law Amanda and grandsons, Spencer and Jackson...

Linda Leigh Jordan

Linda Leigh Jordan

Jan 16, 2019

Linda Leigh Jordan, age 76, of Maryville passed from this life to eternal life on January 16, 2019. Linda loved her family, but was ready to be with her Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. She is survived by her husband Larry, sons Joe Bryant, Ben Jordan, and sister Sue Huckaby. Linda also leaves six grandchildren. Linda was born in Newton,...

Ricky Eugene Butler

Ricky Eugene Butler

Jan 15, 2019

Ricky Eugene Butler age 59 of Maryville passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a Dump Truck Driver with Blount Excavating. Butler Wrecker Service held a special place in his heart. Ricky was always having fun and had an infectious laugh. Preceded in death by: Daughter, Holly Nicole Butler; Parents, Eugene & Betty Butler; In-laws,...

Christine J. James

Christine J. James

Jan 14, 2019

Chris James, 66, of Maryville, beloved wife of Larry and friend to all who knew her, passed away suddenly on Monday, January 14, 2019 at her home. Besides loving her friends, she was devoted to helping animals. She is survived by: Husband, Larry; Sisters, Patti Berrier, Elizabeth Clary; Nephew, Albert Newberry; Cousin, Sharon Warwick. Memorial service will be at 12:00...

Joe Byrd

Joe Byrd

Jan 13, 2019

Joe Byrd age 75 of Rockford went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 13, 2019. He was a member of Tarklin Valley Baptist Church for 41 years and retired from White Lily Foods after 33 years. Joe was a 32nd degree Mason since the early 1970’s and enjoyed gospel singing, camping, and wood working. Preceded in death by...

Stanley Harold Johnson Sr.

Stanley Harold Johnson Sr.

Jan 12, 2019

Stanley Harold Johnson Sr. of Maryville, TN, passed away in peace Saturday, January 12, 2019. He was a member of Wildwood Baptist Church. He graduated from Porter High School. He was All Blount County in Basketball, on Alcoa Softball Team. He loved riding the Harley, loved playing golf with his close friends. Stanley lived his life to the fullest. He...

Susan Gayle Rose

Susan Gayle Rose

Jan 11, 2019

Susan “Gayle” (Huffman) Rose, age 70, of Maryville, went to be with her Lord and Savior at sunrise on Friday, January 11, 2019 surrounded at home by her family. She is survived by her loving husband, James Earl “Jim” Rose, of 53 years; daughter Laura “Jill” Rose; daughter and son in law Caren and James Rose, 2 grandchildren, Jacob and...

S.L. Givens

S.L. Givens

Jan 10, 2019

S.L. “Pop” Givens of Maryville, TN, peacefully entered the glory of heaven on January 10, 2019. Born on June 14, 1918 (age 100), and raised in Uniontown, Alabama, S.L. was a World War II Navy Veteran and a 35 years employee of B.F. Goodrich in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He was a master woodcraftsman, reciter of scripture and poetry. Preceded in death...