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E. Ray Hicks

E. Ray Hicks

Apr 23, 2016

E. “Ray” Hicks age 86 of Louisville passed away Saturday, April 23, 2016. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, life-long member of Louisville Masonic Lodge, the past president of Blount Memorial Auxiliary serving for 19 years, and an avid golfer. Preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Hicks; son, Larry Hicks; parents; brothers. Survivors include his daughter...

Claudia Annette Marshall

Claudia Annette Marshall

Apr 22, 2016

Claudia Annette Marshall age 63 of Knoxville passed away Friday, April 22, 2016 at her home. She was born in Spartanburg, SC and resided in Knoxville, TN. She was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church and was employed by Elavon. She is survived by her husband, George Marshall; daughters, Brandy Marshall and Donna Marshall; granddaughter, Amiyah Marshall; brothers, Allan...

George Caywood Jacobs, Sr.

George Caywood Jacobs, Sr.

Apr 21, 2016

George Caywood Jacobs Sr. age 90 of Knoxville went to his heavenly home on Thursday, April 21, 2016. He was a lifelong member of First Christian Church of Knoxville, TN and a member of East Maryville Baptist Church in Maryville for the past 10 years. George was a Purple Heart recipient and US Navy WWII Veteran. He also served in...

Doris Geneva Tyler

Doris Geneva Tyler

Apr 18, 2016

Doris Geneva Tyler (Jeanne Tyler), 77, graduated to Heaven to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Monday, April 18, 2016 in Scottsdale, AZ. Jeanne Tyler was born on August 20, 1938 in Chatom, AL to Buford Heathcock and Mary Elizabeth Taylor (Lizzie). She attended school in Stateline, Mississippi. On November 8, 1959 she married Johnnie Lamar Tyler. Jeanne resided...

Elda Augusta Davis

Elda Augusta Davis

Apr 18, 2016

Elda Augusta “Blackie” Davis age 93 of Alcoa, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 18, 2016 at Shannondale of Maryville surrounded by family. She was a dedicated wife, loving and supportive mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. . She was also a member of New Providence Presbyterian Church. Preceded in death by: Husband, Austel Davis; Sisters, Bette Reuter and Hillis Bettis; Brother,...

Mary Beth Carlson

Mary Beth Carlson

Apr 17, 2016

Mary Beth Carlson passed away peacefully on the morning of April 17, 2016 at home while being comforted by her husband, as a result of a five-year battle with cancer; she was fifty-five years old. Mary Beth was born in Warner Robbins, GA on August 7, 1960 as the youngest child and the second daughter of William “Bill” and Elaine...

Roy Lee Pilkey

Roy Lee Pilkey

Apr 16, 2016

Roy Lee Pilkey, age 66, passed away April 16, 2016 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Nett (Reynolds) Pilkey. He is survived by his 3 sons, Randy (Marcel) Pilkey, David (Julie) Pilkey and Roy (Mindy) Pilkey. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Graveside service and interment will...

Vernell Webb Godfrey

Vernell Webb Godfrey

Apr 14, 2016

Vernell Webb Godfrey age 88 of Maryville passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016 at Morning View Transitional Care. She was a Pink Lady at Blount Memorial Hospital for 30 years. Vernell enjoyed teaching ceramics, watching the Atlanta Braves, quilting and hiking and has hiked Mt. LeConte over 20 times. Preceded in death by: Husband, L.V. (Dog) Godfrey; Daughter, Linda Goodson;...

Perry Michael Lewis

Perry Michael Lewis

Apr 13, 2016

Perry Michael Lewis age 53 of Maryville, formerly of Collierville, TN, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at UT Hospital. Perry spent his life committed to his faith, family and friends. He was a graduate of Memphis State University where he was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. After 35 years of dedicated employment at First Tennessee Bank, he was...

Edward Franklin Smith

Edward Franklin Smith

Apr 13, 2016

Edward Franklin Smith age 77 of Knoxville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at his home. He was the son of Blennie & Izola Smith. Edward was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was a graduate of Everett High School and Maryville College. Edward taught and coached football at Eagleton Junior High School and Maryville...

Ralph E. Guider

Ralph E. Guider

Apr 12, 2016

Ralph Edwin Guider, age 86, of Maryville went to heaven on April 12, 2016. Ralph served in the US Air Force, retired as an Electrician from Alcoa and was a member of their 25-Year Club, and a member of Unitia Free Saints Holiness Church. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and his Church. His pride and joy were his grandchildren. Preceded in...

Ruby Lee Russell

Ruby Lee Russell

Apr 12, 2016

Ruby Lee Brock Russell, age 66, of Maryville passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at her home. She was a loving wife, mother, nana, and sister. Preceded in death by: Parents, Lewis & Hazel Brock of Englewood; Sister, Margaret Aline Brock; Sister, Mary Ann & Tava Brock of GA; Brother, Curtis & Ann Brock of GA; Brother-in-law, Bob Egner of...

Ivan Henry Ashworth

Ivan Henry Ashworth

Apr 11, 2016

Ivan Henry Ashworth, age 86, passed away on April 11, 2016, of natural causes. Ivan was a Veteran of WWII and the Korean War, He was a retired meat cutter from Kroger’s and owned the Tuckaleechee Mobile Home Park In Townsend just outside the Great Smoky Mountains. Ivan loved the mountains here in Townsend, where he lived with his wife,...

Louis Fredrick Hatcher

Louis Fredrick Hatcher

Apr 11, 2016

Louis Fredrick Hatcher, age 78 of Maryville passed away Monday, April 11, 2016 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He owned Hatcher 129 Market and Hatcher Ellejoy Market for many years. He attended both Oak View Baptist Church and Village Missionary Baptist Church where he was a faithful member. Preceded in death by: Wife, Patricia Ann Sentell Hatcher; Stepson, Jackie Davis; Brothers,...

Beatrice Modena Connatser

Beatrice Modena Connatser

Apr 10, 2016

Beatrice Modena Connatser age 89 of Maryville passed away Sunday, April 10, 2016 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was born November 26, 1926 in Old Chilhowee area of Blount County, TN. Beatrice was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church where she was a member of the Golden Agers. She was a previous member of BPW for many years and...

Thomas David Zerambo, Jr.

Thomas David Zerambo, Jr.

Apr 8, 2016

Thomas D. Zerambo, Jr. (Thom) age 50 of Maryville passed away Friday, April 8, 2016. Tommy was a great father and son. Family was very important. He always put family and friends first. He was a New Year’s baby, loved Christmas, and celebrating his birthday with family and friends in Chinatown, Philadelphia. Survivors include: Mother, Mary Eidson; Father, Thomas D....

Van Q. Myers

Van Q. Myers

Apr 8, 2016

Van Q. Myers, age 83, of Maryville, TN, passed away Friday, April 8, 2016. He was a member of 1st United Methodist Church. He was on the board of directors for Rockford Manufacturing, a partner of Gillespie & Sherrod, CPA, President of the Blount County Chamber of Commerce (1984). Van enjoyed golf, Wii Bowling at Shannondale, and the Coffee Club...

David H. Henry

David H. Henry

Apr 8, 2016

David Houston Henry, age 82 of Maryville, TN passed away on April 8, 2016 at Kindred Care of Maryville. He retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service that included the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was preceded in death by his parents, James & Jina Henry and sister, Wanda Jackson. He is survived by his...

Arthur Wayne Flanagin

Arthur Wayne Flanagin

Apr 7, 2016

Arthur Wayne Flanagin, age 79 passed away on April 7, 2016 at Asbury Place in Maryville. He was preceded in death by: Mother & Father, John & Bertha Flanagin; Brothers, Elmer, John Jr., and Charles. Mr. Flanagin lived and worked his entire life in the Maryville area. Survivors include: Children, Sherry & Rhonda Flanagin, Terry & Gina Flanagin, Michele &...

Vina Mae Brantley

Vina Mae Brantley

Apr 6, 2016

Vina Mae Brantley age 91 passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2016. She was a member of Brantley’s Chapel Baptist Church and Order of the Eastern Star. Vina retired from Revco after many years of service. She loved gardening and her flowers. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Preceded...