Virginia Kirby Strang
Nov 6, 2017
Virginia Kirby Strang, age 96, of Alcoa, died peacefully in her home Monday morning Nov 6, 2017. She joins her parents, her husband Bob Strang, her sister Nancy Kirby Waddell, her brother Bob Kirby, her son in law Harry Bibee, and nephew Bob Waddell in eternal rest. Virginia was born February 13, 1921 in Tuscumbia, Alabama. She was raised in...
Robert William Van Keuren
Nov 6, 2017
Robert William “Will” Van Keuren, age 43, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2017. Will was born on October 30, 1974 in Tuscon, Arizona to Robert H. and Sally Van Keuren. Will graduated from Shadle Park High School in Spokane, Washington in 1993 and most recently worked as a security guard for Walden Security in Knoxville, Tennessee. As a member...
Mary Alice Wilson
Nov 6, 2017
Mary Alice Wilson age 86 of Maryville passed away Monday, November 6, 2017 at Asbury Place. Preceded in death: Husband, Paul Wilson; Parents, James & Sue Roberts; Son, Richard Wilson. Survivors include: Son & Daughter-in-law, Robert & Susan Wilson; Grandchildren, Katherine Dunlap & husband Christopher, Shannon Fowler & husband Aaron, Amanda McGaha & husband Heath; Michael Wilson & fiancé Autumn...
Alvin Paul "Yogi" Shaver
Nov 5, 2017
Alvin Paul (“Yogi”) Shaver, age 80, passed away at his home in Alcoa surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 5, 2017 after a nine year bout with cancer. He was born on March 5, 1937 in White Pine, Tennessee to Paul and Charlcie (Britt) Shaver. To all his acquaintances, friends and colleagues he was better known as “Yogi”. Yogi...
James Franklin Esslinger
Nov 4, 2017
James Frank Esslinger age 79 of Townsend, passed away Saturday, November, 4, 2017 at the family home. Frank worked at the Post Office beginning at age 19 until he retired in 1993. He then worked at Popes Plant Farm for 9 years. He always enjoyed building computers and tinkering with gadgets. He also enjoyed living on the river and watching...
Dorothy J. Lamb
Nov 3, 2017
Dorothy J. Lamb age 75 of Maryville, passed away Friday November 3, 2017. Dorothy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by parents Ted and Eva Rush, sisters Anne Bush, Betty McElyea, Pauline Rush, brothers Bill Rush, Charles (Sonny) Rush. Survived by husband, James E. Lamb; children, Cami M. Lamb and James D. Lamb; grandchildren, Dawson, Jaden,...
John Mayes
Nov 3, 2017
John C. Mayes age 91 passed away Friday, November 3, 2017 at MorningView. He was a WW II Veteran and the former owner of Mayes IGA Foodliners. John worked for Cas Walker for over 25 years and had 10 years of service at Thrifty Nickle Classified. He was a longtime Sunday School Teacher and Deacon at Bell Avenue/Chilhowee Baptist Church...
Iola W. Johnson
Nov 1, 2017
Iola Watson Johnson passed away on 1 November 2017 in Maryville, Tennessee. She was born June 8, 1924 in Linville, North Carolina the second of five children of Elbert and Nora Watson. Her brothers and sisters predeceased her. She married Dayton Vance in Pineola N.C in early 1944, who died in combat in Normandy France the same year. She married...
Robert D. Coada
Nov 1, 2017
Robert D. “Bob” Coada, age 81, of Maryville, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. Born in Cades Cove, Bob served as a military policeman in the United States Army before returning to a career as an electrician at ALCOA. A pillar of the community, Bob was known for his loving kindness towards his family and neighbors. He was preceded...
Imogene Byrd King
Oct 31, 2017
Imogene Byrd King, age 94 of Greenback, “went on over” on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at home. She enjoyed sponsored activities of the Women’s Presbyterian Circle and her life on the dairy farm. Imogene was a member of Greenback Presbyterian Church. She was a cheerleader and graduated Salutatorian from Alcoa High School. Preceded in death by: husband, Frank B. King,...
Kenneth Wayne Neely
Oct 30, 2017
Kenneth Wayne Neely age 75 of Maryville passed away Monday, October 30, 2017 at Asbury Place of Maryville. He retired from Pro-Teck Coating. Kenneth loved to hunt and fish. Preceded in death by: Mother, Mossie Boruff Neely. Survivors include: Uncle, Carl Boruff and several cousins. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and interment at 1:00 PM, Thursday, November...
Kathy Lynn Sparks Solomon
Oct 28, 2017
Kathy Lynn Sparks Solomon, age 55 of Maryville, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at home. Kathy was incredibly proud of her only daughter, Samantha. She loved her work and friends at Dollywood, and her family. Preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Solomon; her parents, Billy and Wanda Sparks; and her brother, Billy Wayne Sparks....
Judy Ann Christenberry
Oct 27, 2017
Judy A. Christenberry age 76 of Maryville passed away Friday, October 27, 2017 at the family home. Judy was a 1956 graduate of Everett High School and former co-owner of Christenberry Trucking and Farms. Judy was a loving mother, grana, sister, aunt and friend. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gusty and Lissa Christenberry; grandchildren, Clay and Sydney;...
Wilma Allison
Oct 26, 2017
Wilma Allison of Maryville passed away Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Blount Memorial Transitional Care. She was a long time member of Forest Hill Baptist Church. She worked for the Bank of Maryville and Regions for over 36 years. Preceded in death by: Parents, Nola & Hubert Rogers; Brother, Alfred Rogers; Sister & Brother-in-law, Cecil & Georgia Hackney; Brother-in-law, D.H....
Lorraine M. Crawford
Oct 25, 2017
Lorraine M. Crawford, died Wednesday October 25, at her home in Townsend, Tennessee, with her loving family by her side and her dog Heidi. She was born in Lewiston, Maine on November 27, 1937, the daughter of the late Philip and Marie Labbe of Lewiston. She was the oldest daughter of five girls and five brothers. Lorraine is survived by...
Joyce C. Wagner
Oct 24, 2017
Joyce C. Wagner age 74 of Maryville passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Roane Medical Center. Survivors include: Son, Brice Davenport; Daughters, Kathy Parks and Bobbi White. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and interment at 3:00 PM, Friday, October 27, 2017 at Grandview Cemetery. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or...
Sara Wade Willis
Oct 23, 2017
Sara Wade Willis age 94 of Alcoa passed away Monday, October 23, 2017 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a longtime member of Maryville First Baptist Church and active in her Sunday school class and involved in the jail ministry. Sara was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for her large extended family. She had a great sense of humor...
Tony Edward McMillian Sr.
Oct 22, 2017
Tony Edward McMillian Sr., age 72 passed away at home on Sunday, October 22, 2017. Preceded in death by: Parents, Martha & Davis McMillian; Brothers, Roy McMillian and Wade McMillian; Sister, Elizabeth McMillian Swayney; Nephew, Timmy McMillian. Survivors include: Daughter, Angela McMillian Hodge & Son-in-law, Patrick Hodge; Son, Tony Edward McMillian, Jr.; Granddaughters, Brittany McMillian and Tonya McMillian; Nephews, Roy...
Margie Ruth Hall
Oct 22, 2017
Margie Ruth Hall, age 76 of Maryville, went home to be with The Lord Sunday, October 22, 2017 at the family home. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. It brought her joy to bring joy and happiness to others. She was truly a reflection of Jesus in the way she loved and lived her life for others. She...
Tommie Crabtree Welch
Oct 21, 2017
Tommie Crabtree Welch , age 89, went to her Heavenly Father on October 21, 2017. She was the last remaining Charter member of Hillview Baptist where she was very active and taught Sunday school for over 60 years. She so loved the WMU ladies and their activities. She retired from many years as school cafeteria worker and manager. Proceeded in...