OBITUARY LISTING

Jan 6, 2026

Martha Lynn (Carmon) Walker, 89, of the Karns Community, Knoxville, passed away in her sleep on January 6, 2026 at home. She was a member of Beavers Ridge United Methodist Church. Martha worked 25+ years at Atomic Motor Speedway and was a member of The Atomic Speedway Hall of Fame. Preceded in death by: husband, Clark Walker; parents, George &...

Jan 6, 2026

James David Lemons, age 75, of Maryville, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Prisma Health/Blount Memorial Hospital.

David loved all things outdoors including hunting, fishing, and hiking. He was also a music lover and enjoyed playing the guitar. David also enjoyed coaching baseball at Eagleton Little League, where he spent 15 years teaching youth including his own sons.

David is...

Jan 6, 2026

Roy J. Finger Jr. age 77 of Maryville, passed away on Tuesday January, 6 2026, at Blount Memorial. Roy was surrounded by those who loved him deeply. Roy was member of Old Piney Grove Baptist. Roy retired from Kroger with 33 years of service. Roy is preceded in death by; parents Roy and Opal Finger, brother Ralph Finger. He is...

Jan 5, 2026

Alice Faye Ross, 81, of Friendsville, TN passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026.

She is preceded in death by her parents John and Adra Prows, her brother John Prows, Jr, brother-in-law Carl Sibbitt, daughter-in-law Jeanne Moser Ross, and her husband James Ross, Jr. Alice is survived by three sisters and their families: Mildred Evans, Vivian Sibbitt, Barbara Maple and her...

Jan 4, 2026

Jan 4, 2026

Jone Young Burnett (Hatcher), age 77, of Louisville, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2026. Born on October 18, 1948, she was the beloved daughter of Cordia and Cecil Hatcher.

Jone lived a life grounded in faith, devoted to family, and filled with service to others. Those who knew her best would describe her as steady,...

Jan 4, 2026

Monte James Ward was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 4, 2026. He was a devoted father, faithful husband, and loyal friend. Monte is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn Ward, daughter Michelle Swiney (Doug), son Josh Ward (Kellie), stepson Matt Hagaman (Kelli) and stepdaughter Melissa Granju (Chris).

Monte was born on January 15, 1947, in...

Jan 4, 2026

Larry Earl Wilburn Sr., age 78, of Maryville went to sleep in his Saviors arms on January 4, 2026. He was born March 7, 1947. He died from complications while battling Cancer. He loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Larry was a loving caring husband, dad, father-in-law and papaw. Larry worked in the HVAC field since he was 17....

Jan 3, 2026

Donnie Keith Cogburn, age 63, of Louisville, TN passed away suddenly on January 3, 2026. Donnie was surrounded by those who loved him deeply. Donnie spent the last few days of his life celebrating the new year with his fiancée Wendy, and his youngest son Logan’s birthday. Donnie was proud to be many things to the people who loved and...

Jan 3, 2026

Peggy Martin Taylor, 86, passed gently from this world on January 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith and devotion to family that will never fade. She is now resting in God’s perfect peace. She was born October 16, 1939, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Lawrence and Martha Martin. Peggy was a 1957 graduate of Young High School. She...

Jan 3, 2026

Kenneth “Kenny” Melton passed away peacefully at his mother’s home on the morning of January 3, 2026 surrounded by his family. Kenneth is survived by his mother Starr Ann (Willie) Kirby, his bother Rocky (Michele) Smith, his uncle Gary (Becky) Melton, and his great-niece Raley Carr. He is preceded in death by his father, Donn Melton.

Kenny was a wonderful member...

Jan 3, 2026

Rev. Roy Oliver, Age 97, went to his Heavenly Home to be with the love of his life, Emma Oliver on Saturday, January 3. Roy and Emma were married 75 years. They had 5 children, David Oliver (deceased), Jesse (JR) Oliver, Joyce (John) Kiser, Linda (Robbie) Roberson, and Judy (Allen) Presnell. There are 12 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 6...

Jan 2, 2026

Debra Lynn Howard Mills age 70 of Maryville, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026 at home. She loved quilting, antiquing, sewing, collecting dolls and teddy bears. Debra worked for UT Hospital with 20 years of service. Preceded in death by: mother, Patricia Howard; brothers, Scott Howard and Daniel Howard. Survivors include: husband of 49 years, Gary Mills; sons, Joshua Mills...

Dec 31, 2025

Mary Elizabeth (Russell) Waters, age 88, of Maryville, passed away, Wednesday, December 31, 2025. She retired from AT&T with 31 years of service.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Daniel Waters; parents Augre Milton Russell and Lois (Johnson) Russell; brothers (M.G.) Milton Gordon Russell and Robert Vasco Russell and sisters Lorene (Russell) Cupp Baudouin and Millie (Russell) Wilburn.

Mary...

Dec 28, 2025

Our beloved grandmother Kathleen “Blondie” Cogburn Noah passed away peacefully at the age of 97.

She was a member of Lone Oak Baptist Church in Maryville

She loved the Lord and her family which was the center of her life

Everyone lovingly called her Mamaw and gave us a lifetime of love, happiness, wisdom, and precious memories

She was a gift from God we...

Dec 28, 2025

On Sunday, December 28, 2025, Mary Sue Mitchell Lowe passed on to her Heavenly home. Mary Sue was born on May 14, 1937 to the late William and Lillian Mitchell of Maryville. Preceding her in death were her loving husband of 69 years, Barney; sisters, Juanita Rose, Jane Parrott, and June Frankewich; brothers, Bill Mitchell and Don Gamble; step-father Mose...

Dec 27, 2025

Charles Wayne Garrett (78) peacefully went to be with the Lord surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home on December 27,2025. He will be forever loved and remembered. Charlie graduated from Everett High School and worked 40 years for the state of TN at McGhee Tyson Airbase. Charlie was a diehard Chevrolet lover; he enjoyed tinkering with...

Dec 26, 2025

William (Bill) Charles Hill, age 92 of Maryville, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025. Bill was preceded in death by his mother and father, Maude Walker and Frank Earl Hill as well as his sister Mary Jo Slate. Bill is survived by his wife of 75 years Marjorie Hill and son James (Cathy) Hill. Bill was born April 19,...

Dec 25, 2025

Phyllis Emmaline Morelock, age 92, of Maryville, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at L & L Sweet Home Care.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill. She is survived by her son Jerry (Deborah) Morelock and grandsons Jeremy and Zach Morelock.

Phyllis earned a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She was employed...

Dec 25, 2025

Bonnie Nell Simpfenderfer, age 84, passed away early on Christmas morning, 2025—a most fitting farewell for a woman who dearly loved the Christmas season and all the joy it brought.

Bonnie was born on September 8, 1941, in Sioux City, Iowa, the firstborn child of Jacob and Janice (Knudson) Verdorn. From her parents she inherited the unmistakable twinkle in her eye,...