OBITUARY LISTING


Lt Col (Ret.) Stan Giles

Lt Col (Ret.) Stan Giles

Jun 12, 2015

Lt Col (Ret.) Stan Giles of Louisville, TN, died June 12 of brain cancer. He was born October 30, 1954. Lt Col Giles was ordained in the Evangelical Free Church and served for 30 years as a pastor, and for 27 years as a Chaplain in the Air National Guard. In this capacity he served state-side and abroad in Kyrgyzstan,...

Delores Eileen Heffron

Delores Eileen Heffron

Jun 12, 2015

Heffron, Delores Eileen, of Townsend passed into eternal life on Friday, June 12, 2015 at her home. She has made her home in Townsend on State Hwy 73 for the last 46 years. Her family and friends consider the 89 years that she has spent among them as one of life's greatest blessings. Born in Chicago, Ill. on May 15,...

Betty Jo Strickland

Betty Jo Strickland

Jun 10, 2015

Betty Jo Strickland age 72 of Maryville passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the family home. She was a member of Lamp Light Full Gospel Church. Preceded in death by: Husband, Billy Joe Strickland; Son, Timothy Michael Strickland. Survivors include: Son, Dennis Strickland; Daughters & Son-in-law, Jane & Donnie Morton, Tracy Strickland, Priscilla Strickland, Karrin & Steve Williamson, and...

Bradley Allen Hooper White

Bradley Allen Hooper White

Jun 6, 2015

Bradley Allen Hooper White age 31 of Knoxville passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015. Preceded in death by: Maternal Grandparents, Fred & Patricia White; Paternal Grandparents, Hedrick & Helen Hooper; Aunt, Vicky White; Uncle, Floyd Hooper. Survivors include: Mother, Traci White; Father, Dennis Hooper; Sisters, Chelsi Long & husband Matt and Kati Hooper; Aunts, Kristi Townsend & husband Joe, their...

Shawn Stephen Jones

Shawn Stephen Jones

Jun 6, 2015

Shawn Stephen Jones, 41, passed away the morning of June 6, 2015, leaving behind a family who adored him. A simple man, Shawn loved the outdoors and would spend hours on a creek bank fishing, or telling you about the one that got away. He had a wonderful sense of humor, loved to laugh, made the best of every situation,...

Bill Austin Wilson

Bill Austin Wilson

Jun 6, 2015

Bill A. Wilson, age 77, of Maryville, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015 at Kindred Care Healthcare facility. Bill was a graduate of C.B.C. in Memphis, TN and Old Miss University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was retired from Blount Farmers Co-op after many years of service. Bill was always an avid sportsman especially baseball, being...

Elvira Spradlin

Elvira Spradlin

Jun 5, 2015

Elvira Peter Spradlin, age 73, of Maryville, passed away Friday, June 5, 2015 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was retired as a Chef for many years, and was a loving and devoted Wife and Mother who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Jakob and Monika Peter, and her Grandson, Jacob Adkins....

David Layton Waters

David Layton Waters

Jun 4, 2015

David L. Waters "Big Honey" age 63, of Maryville, departed this life Thursday, June 4, 2015, at his home. He was employed by Alcoa, Inc. for 40 years. He was a member and union official of USWA Local 309, an avid Red Rebels fan, and was a member of the 1970 Maryville Championship football team. Left to cherish his memories...

Jefferson Ingram Breazeale III

Jefferson Ingram Breazeale III

Jun 2, 2015

Jeff Breazeale passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Rock 'n Roll Heaven gained another star – Jeff Breazeale a great man, father, husband, musician, and owner of Two Doors Down, and above all, a great friend to many. Jeff touched many lives and will be greatly missed. Jeff loved riding motorcycles, traveling, entertaining with his "Jeff Stories", and most of...

April Dawn Stillwell

April Dawn Stillwell

Jun 1, 2015

April Dawn Stillwell age 17 of Walland, passed away Monday, June 1, 2015. She loved life, cosmetology, and being outdoors. She loved animals especially her dogs, Nitro and Bugs and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Preceded in death by: Grandparents, James & Margie Stillwell and Edith Cooper Blair; Aunt, Bonnie Strickland. Survivors include: Parents, Mark & Carolyn Stillwell;...

Mary Evelyn Greene

Mary Evelyn Greene

Jun 1, 2015

Mary Evelyn Greene, age 76, passed away June 1, 2015. She is reunited with her beloved parents, Eugene Waters, Sr. and Hazel Waters who preceded her in death. She is survived by her only daughter, Stacie Greene and beloved grand-dog, Cooper. The oldest of five children, she is also survived by brothers, Eugene (Gene) Waters, Jr. (Teresa), Dwight Waters (Connie);...

Wiley Houston Whitehead

Wiley Houston Whitehead

May 31, 2015

Wiley Houston Whitehead, son of Doyle W. & Mable Compton Whitehead born August 26, 1953, departed this life May 31, 2015. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and a member of Keeble Chapel Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: Grandparents, William Houston & Blanche Whitehead, Wiley D. & Rosa Mable Compton; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Survivors...

Don Merritt Compton

Don Merritt Compton

May 31, 2015

Don M. Compton age 78 of Townsend passed away Sunday, May 31, 2015. He retired at the age of 49 from Caterpillar Tractor in Indianapolis, IN, with 30 years of service. After his retirement Don moved home to Townsend where he enjoyed sitting on the front porch, walking and riding his bike. Don loved the mountains, people, and laughing. He...

Charles Andrew Walker

Charles Andrew Walker

May 31, 2015

Charles Andrew Walker, age 82 of Maryville, passed away at home on May 31, 2015 at 9:45 am peacefully surrounded by all of his loved ones, after a brief illness. He retired from Kerns Bakery after 56 years of service as a vice president of purchasing. Charles also served in the US Army. Preceded in death by: wife, Bobbie June...

Clara  "Joyce" Latham

Clara "Joyce" Latham

May 30, 2015

Clara "Joyce" Latham, age 82, of Friendsville went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Joyce was saved at the age of 10 at Four Mile Baptist Church in Maryville. She loved working with her flowers and bird watching. Joyce was a loving and devoted Wife and Mother...

Mae Bell Ivens

Mae Bell Ivens

May 29, 2015

Mae Bell Ivens, age 92 of Maryville went to be with The Lord on Friday, May 29, 2015. Mae Bell was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Edward Ivens; Mother and Father, Bert and Lizzie Graves; and Brother, J.B. Graves. She is survived by her Son and Daughter-in-law, Ralph E. and Carol Ivens; Grandsons and spouses, Jeffrey and Robin...

John W. Milligan, Jr.

John W. Milligan, Jr.

May 28, 2015

John Wesley Milligan of Maryville passed away peacefully after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease at Asbury Place on May 28, 2015. He was born April 6, 1927 in Vonore. He graduated from Vonore High School. John retired at age 78 as manager of Family Dollar Store and was in retail all his life. John was a fun-loving, hard-working, people...

Wanda T. Morton

Wanda T. Morton

May 28, 2015

Wanda Morton age 88 of Louisville passed away Thursday, May 28, 2015 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Alcoa First Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: Husband of 53 years, John E. Morton. Survivors include: Children, Sharon Bray (Don), Gary Morton (Barbara), Tony Morton (Sharon), Susan Moore (Charles) and Mike Brown; Four Grandchildren; Two Great-Grandchildren. Funeral service...

Carol Ann McGuire

Carol Ann McGuire

May 27, 2015

Carol Ann McGuire age 81 of Maryville, TN passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at home. Survivors include: Husband, Bill McGuire; Sons & Daughters-in-law, Kent McGuire & Linda, Steve McGuire & Debbie, Brian McGuire & Leslie, Glen McGuire; Scott McGuire, Rob McGuire & Katherine; 11 Grandchildren; Sisters, Barbara Ottosen and Shirley Shirk. Memorial service will be at 11:00 AM, Sunday,...

Albert Warren Dockter, Jr.

Albert Warren Dockter, Jr.

May 26, 2015

Albert W. Dockter Jr. age 93 of Alcoa passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at the family home. He was a Veteran of the United States Army Air Corp 1943-1945. Albert was a member of the Maryville College Class of 1944, a former Townsend High School Teacher, an active member of the Garst Sunday School Class at First United Methodist...