OBITUARY LISTING

Sep 5, 2024

Veronica “Gail” Roberson born June 7, 1953, unexpectedly passed away on September 5, 2024. Gail was raised in the Louisville and Friendsville area of Blount County. She graduated from Friendsville High School in 1971. Gail was preceded in death by her loving husband Gary Dale Roberson; father, Clarence “O’Dell’’ Walker; mother, Gladys Evelyn Walker; mother- in- law Mamie Purkey. She...

Sep 4, 2024

Opal Grace Reagan, infant daughter of Julie Reagan and Austin Payne, passed away on Wednesday, September 04, 2024 at the family home. Survivors include her Brothers, Owen Reagan and Ottis Payne; Sister, Olivia Payne; several Grandparents and Great Grandparents; Great-Great Grandmother, Delores Spiva; Aunt, Haley Reagan; many cousins and other family members also survive. The family will receive friends from...

Sep 3, 2024

Ruth Phipps, age 95, went home to the Lord September 3, 2024. Ruth was a beloved wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend to many. She lived her entire life as an example of Christian love. Ruth was a strong advocate for the underserved and a true champion for those with special needs. In the early 1960s, she pioneered public special...

Sep 2, 2024

Larry Segrest Ladd, age 78 of Maryville, TN stepped peacefully into the waiting arms of our loving Father on Monday, September 2, 2024. There to welcome him were his parents, F. B. and Rosa Ladd. Left to celebrate his life are his wife of 56 years, Lynn; sons Christopher of Roswell, GA, and Michael (Melissa) of Charleston, SC; grandchildren, Jordan,...

Sep 1, 2024

Michael Ray Kennedy, age 73, of Maryville, TN, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024. He was born on March 19, 1951, in Rockford, Illinois, to the late John R. Kennedy and Willa M. (Baie) Kennedy.

Mike proudly served his country as a Sergeant First Class in the U.S. Army for 24 years. During his time in the military, he served...

Sep 1, 2024

Helen S. Crooks, age 89 of Loudon, TN, returned to her Heavenly home on September 1, 2024. Following many years, Helen retired from Alcoa and enjoyed traveling & living in Tellico Village with her husband, Matt L. Crooks, Jr., who preceded her in death in 2019. Helen enjoyed making sour dough bread, time spent with family & friends and especially...

Aug 31, 2024

Clifford Joseph Hoole, 86, entered peacefully into eternity on August 31, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Cliff was born to Clifford M. and Yvonne Hoole of Somerset, Mass. on December 21, 1937. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael R. Hoole. Until they are together again, he leaves his wife of 41 years,...

Aug 31, 2024

Mary Helen Carnes, age 82, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Affectionately known as "Grammy" or "Mama Helen" even to folks not in her immediate family, she was also that person who never met a stranger and "oh yeah, you worked at Walmart", which she did for 34 years before taking a medical retirement. She...

Aug 30, 2024

Edward Davis of Maryville, TN went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 30, 2024. Born in Asheville, NC, Ed and his family moved to Miami, Florida when he was a teenager and lived there for over 50 years. Ed was a 1965 graduate of Miami Norland Senior High School where he excelled at playing pranks and...

Aug 30, 2024

Aug 29, 2024

Patsy “Diane” Hitch of Rockford passed away peacefully at her home. She was 72 years old. Diane was a member of Central Point Baptist Church. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, David and Wilma McGill; brothers, Andy, David, and Harvey McGill; sisters, Barbara Hitch and Evelyn Nichols; and grandson, Austin Hitch. She is survived by her loving and...

Aug 29, 2024

Mary Kate (Keeble) O'Kain passed away August 29, 2024, at the age of 85. Mary Kate was a loving wife, mother of three children, and grandmother ("Ebaba") of four grandchildren. She grew up in Maryville, TN and was the daughter of Clyde and Lois Keeble. She is predeceased by her parents, her son John O'Kain, and her brother Art Keeble...

Aug 28, 2024

David Lee Bacon, age 71 of Friendsville, TN passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at Blount Memorial Hospital. David loved his wife, his children and grandchildren. He loved old cars and old dogs and as an attorney, he loved justice and giving people second chances and he always rooted for the little guy. Survivors include his wife, Donna Nolen...

Aug 27, 2024

Donald Hugh Blair, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on April 7, 1938, in Sweetwater, Tennessee, Donald was the cherished son of the late Herbert and Bessie Blair. He grew up with strong values and a deep connection to his community, qualities that he carried with...

Aug 24, 2024

Daniel David Brantley, age 84, went home to be with Lord on August 24, 2024. He was a 1958 graduate of Everett High School. He worked for the US Army. He attended Brantley’s Chapel Primitive Baptist Church. Throughout the years he was actively involved in the church by serving as a deacon, pastor, and Sunday School Teacher. He enjoyed attending...

Aug 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that our community mourns the loss of William Eddie "Ed" Harmon, of Maryville, TN. At the age of 78, Ed quietly and peacefully departed this life, making his final journey home to his eternal resting place.

 Ed grew up in Maryville, was a native of Blount County, Tennessee, and was a graduate of Maryville High School....

Aug 22, 2024

Christine Nicely age 90 of Maryville passed away peacefully Thursday, August 22, 2024 at home after a long battle with dementia. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a member of First Baptist Maryville Church for over 70 years and a lifelong UT Vols Fan. Preceded in death by: parents, Orval and Ethel Moore; husband, Julius...

Aug 21, 2024

Louise Patty (née Barr), aged 97, passed away on August 21, 2024, in Maryville, TN.

Born on April 16, 1927, in Florence, AL, Louise lived a life marked by compassion, creativity, and a wonderful sense of humor.

Louise was the beloved wife of the late Joe Patty and a caring mother to her children, including her late daughter Sandra Costner and late...

Aug 19, 2024

Marilyn Kay Sharp Hart, age 81, of Seymour, Tennessee, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, August 19, 2024. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to high school sweethearts Wilbur and Clara Belle Sharp, Marilyn grew up in a Christian home. She accepted Jesus as her Savior and Lord on January 29, 1956, and later dedicated her...

Aug 19, 2024

Edward Thomas Papson Jr. (“Tom” or “Tommy”), 73, passed away peacefully at his home in Maryville, TN on Monday, August 19, 2024 following a lengthy illness. Tom was born January 7, 1951 to Dorothea and Edward Thomas Papson Sr. A lifelong resident of Chattanooga, Tom graduated from City High School (class of 1969) and UT-Chattanooga. Tom is survived by his...