OBITUARY LISTING


Jane Garland Richardson

Jane Garland Richardson

Nov 4, 2014

Jane Garland Richardson passed away surrounded by many of her loving family members at UT Medical Center on Tuesday, November 4 at the age of 84. A celebration of Jane's life will be held on November 22nd at The Barn Event Center at 7264 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN 37882. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm to 2:00pm,...

Stephen Lee Cate

Stephen Lee Cate

Nov 3, 2014

Stephen Lee Cate, age 62, went to be with the Lord on November 3, 2014, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was a beloved son, uncle, brother, community member, co-worker and friend. He was respected and appreciated by those who knew him for his intellect, service to community and kind spirit. He was a church and choir member at Cokesbury United Methodist...

Sylvia Mae Merritt

Sylvia Mae Merritt

Nov 3, 2014

Sylvia Mae Smith Merritt age 90 of Maryville passed away Monday, November 3, 2014 at Asbury after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Preceded in death by: Husband, A.H. "Bill" Merritt (1990); Parents, K.O. & Viola Smith. She was an only child and a dedicated Mom to four children. Sylvia & Bill first lived in Maryville in 1945 for Bill to...

Dorinda Morton Baker-George

Dorinda Morton Baker-George

Nov 2, 2014

Dorinda Jane Baker-George, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2014. She was born in Franklin, NC on October 7, 1944 to Roy W. Morton and Lona Brock Morton of Bristol, TN. She attended Radford University where she studied Business and Writing. She became a realtor, broker and later became a real estate entrepreneur. She enjoyed all things outdoors: gardening, being out...

Mildred "Nadine" Yearout

Mildred "Nadine" Yearout

Nov 1, 2014

Mildred Nadine Yearout, age 67 of Maryville, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a proud member of Unity Full Gospel Church and was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Yearout; parents, Harold and Daisy Whitehead; sister, Alice Fay Jolly; brother, Leonard Whitehead; sister-in-law, Johnnie Whitehead; Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and...

Ernie Kirk

Ernie Kirk

Nov 1, 2014

Ernie Kirk age 65 of Maryville passed away Saturday, November 1, 2014. He was employed with the City of Maryville for 40 years in the Water Department and was a volunteer for the Special Olympics. Preceded in death by his father, James Harrison Kirk, Sr. Survivors include his son, Ernie Kirk, II; daughter, Jamie Leigh Kirk; mother, Nancy Kirk; girlfriend,...

Ruby L. Hannah

Ruby L. Hannah

Nov 1, 2014

Ruby L. Hannah age 73 of Louisville passed away Saturday, November 1, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Beech Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: Parents, John & Maggie Kennedy; Sons, Michael & Robert Hannah. Survivors include: Husband of 62 years, Lonnie J. Hannah; Sons & Daughters-in-law, Wayne Hannah, Timmy & Tammy Hannah, and Franklin...

Carl Ray Spradlin

Carl Ray Spradlin

Oct 31, 2014

Carl Ray Spradlin, went to be with the Lord, with his family by his side on October 31, 2014, a day before his 90th birthday. Ray who was known for his love of family, has joined his beloved wife Margaret who passed away 4 years ago. Ray was in the U.S. Army and grew up helping his father, J.W. Spradlin,...

John "Wiley" Hodges

John "Wiley" Hodges

Oct 30, 2014

John "Wiley" Hodges passed away Thursday, October 30, 2014. He was born in Sevier County on January 9, 1924 to Tom and Nellie (Manis) Hodges. He was a member of Monte Vista Baptist Church, previously belonging to First Baptist, Maryville and Cumberland Baptist in Knoxville. He was preceded in death by a Son, Larry Wayne Hodges, parents, Thomas and Nellie...

B.A. Trout

B.A. Trout

Oct 29, 2014

B.A. Trout age 67 of Maryville passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at his home. He was a loving husband and father. He enjoyed working in the yard, boating and bowling. He was happiest when all of his family was together. This last year he has struggled with cancer. He was a fighter and may not have won the battle...

Odell Ruth Huffstetler

Odell Ruth Huffstetler

Oct 28, 2014

Odell Ruth Cooper Huffstetler our beloved mother passed from this life Tuesday, October 28, 2014 to join her Heavenly Father, husband and loved ones. Born August 23, 1928 in Cades Cove the sixth of ten children to Autie Sparks Cooper and John Ira Cooper. Mom was very proud of her Cades cove heritage. Preceded in death by: Parents, John Ira...

Lora Nita Parsons

Lora Nita Parsons

Oct 28, 2014

Lora Nita Parsons, age 64, died from a brain aneurysm at Blount Memorial Hospital on October 28, 2014. Lora Nita was a gentle, caring, elegant woman who was full of life with a goodness possessed by few. As a graduate of Texas Tech with a masters degree in library science from Ohio University, she taught public school for 21 years...

Mayford H. Stinnett

Mayford H. Stinnett

Oct 28, 2014

Mayford Stinnett age 79 of Tallassee passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was an avid Harley rider. Preceded in death by: Parents, Howard & Sarah Stinnett; Sister, Helen Cline; Brothers, Gene, Marvin, & Ted Stinnett. Survivors include: Sons, Arnold Stinnett and Rick Stinnett & wife Melody; Daughter & Son-in-law, Connie & Don Perkins; Grandchildren, Jennifer...

Bobby Lee Clark

Bobby Lee Clark

Oct 27, 2014

Bobby Lee Clark, 81, of Louisville went home to be with Christ on the 27th of October, 2014 after complications with pneumonia and leukemia. Bobby was a member of New Hope Ind. Baptist Church and loved the choir, pastor, and New Hope members. Bobby served in the US Air Force for four years and was employed by Xerox Corp for...

Erma Geraldine Murphy

Erma Geraldine Murphy

Oct 25, 2014

Erma Geraldine Murphy age 88 of Maryville passed away Saturday, October 25, 2014 at Shannondale Healthcare Center. Geraldine was a lifelong member of East Maryville Baptist Church and a retired employee of Levi's. She enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening. Preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Frank Murphy; parents, Fred and Ollie Harris; brothers, Ray, Roy and Phillip Harris; sister,...

John Percival Meyer

John Percival Meyer

Oct 25, 2014

John Percival Meyer, age 80 of Maryville passed away Saturday, October 25, 2014. A snappy dresser, a man with a fondness for a good nap, a guy always up for a fun evening out, a fellow who looked and acted like Santa Claus with his suspenders, snow white beard, generous loving spirit and eye twinkle, "the Best Man I Ever...

Elijah David Hatcher

Elijah David Hatcher

Oct 22, 2014

Elijah "Eli" David Hatcher age 8 of Maryville went to be with the Lord Wednesday, October 22, 2014. He was in the 2nd Grade at Carpenter's Elementary School and attended RIO South Church. He loved Beyblades, robots, legos, technology, monster trucks, and being outside. He was a green belt in TaeKwonDo at Church's TaeKwonDo America. Survivors include: Parents, Anthony &...

Mary Nell Beeler

Mary Nell Beeler

Oct 22, 2014

Mary Nell Beeler, age 82, of Greenback, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at Shannondale of Maryville. She was a charter and life-long member of Niles Ferry Baptist Church of Greenback. Preceded in death by: Parents, Thomas C. Sr. & Mary Dixon; Siblings, Joe, John, Elmer, Charles, Thomas C. Jr. & Ruth Dixon; Husband, Silas Estal Beeler, Jr; Daughter, Sandy...

George Williams

George Williams

Oct 21, 2014

George Williams, age 67 was born in Alcoa, Tennessee on August 9, 1947, and went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2014. George was a faithful member and deacon at Children of God COGIC in Knoxville, TN. Mr. Williams was most proud of his role as a grandfather and father. He was known for having a great impact...

Audrey Bernice Hill

Audrey Bernice Hill

Oct 19, 2014

Audrey Sutton Hill, age 89 of Maryville departed this life on Earth to be with Jesus Sunday, October 19, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Maryville and was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded by: Husband, Jake Hill; Parents, Henry and Dorothy Sutton; Sisters, Ann Barcus...