OBITUARY LISTING


Ruby Roberts

Ruby Roberts

Feb 15, 2014

Ruby Roberts age 99 of Maryville passed away Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Neel United Methodist Church of Danville, Alabama and retired from Levis in 1982. Preceded in death by her husband, Clyde E. Roberts; brothers, Clint Thompson, Craig Thompson, and Coleman Thompson; sisters, Jeannette Lane, Nell Johnson, and Mary Sue Ellis....

Hope Garner

Hope Garner

Feb 15, 2014

Hope C. Garner age 55 passed away Saturday February 15, 2014. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Agnes and Mortimer Compton, Olwin and Eric Headrick, aunt and uncle Norma and David Compton, great aunt and uncle Geraldine and Robert Hancox. She is survived by daughter Chastity Brooke Wilson, mother Beverly Compton Fint, step-father Donald Fint, father and step-mother James...

Peggy Marie Murphy

Peggy Marie Murphy

Feb 15, 2014

Peggy Marie Stacey Murphy, 82, formerly of St. Albans, WV, died Friday, February 15. She was a resident of Shannondale Assisted Living and Healthcare facility since December of 2011. She was born to the late McKinley and Bessie Robinson Stacey, May 25, 1931, in Jenkinjones, WV. The "Stacey Girls" are now all reunited in spirit; the late Willie Mae Pennington,...

Larry John Fitzhugh, Jr.

Larry John Fitzhugh, Jr.

Feb 13, 2014

Larry John Fitzhugh age 49 passed away Thursday, February 13, 2014. He was a graduate of Roane County High School and a Veteran of the United States Army. John was a chef in Blount and Knox counties for 20 years and of the Baptist faith. Survivors include: Mother, Step Father, Sister, and Fiancée, Heather Williams. A private memorial service will...

James P. Richards, M.D.

James P. Richards, M.D.

Feb 11, 2014

James P. Richards, M.D., age 83, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2014. Dr. Richards was born July 4, 1930 in Knoxville, TN, son of the late Paul Richards and Dacy Counts Richards. James is preceded in death by two sons, Michael and Chris Richards. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Laura Anne Richards; daughter and son-in-law, Dee Anne and...

Florence "Granny" Barnes

Florence "Granny" Barnes

Feb 11, 2014

Florence "Granny" Barnes age 92 of Townsend passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by: Husband, Clarence Barnes; Sisters, Sarah Hembree, Jane Brown, Ruby Roland; Brother, Jim Huskey and Pink Huskey. Survivors include: Daughters & Sons-in-law, Carol & Chester Wilburn of Little Torch Key, FL and Mary & Tim Skipper of Townsend; Sons &...

Mahlon  Bledsoe

Mahlon Bledsoe

Feb 10, 2014

Mahlon Dale Bledsoe age 69 of Alcoa, TN, passed away Monday, February 10, 2014. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and loved to play golf. Preceded in death by: Parents, Anna Mae & Dossie Bledsoe; Brother, Tim Bledsoe; Mother-in-law, Bonnie Sullivan. Survivors include: Wife, Sue Bledsoe; Son, Terry Bledsoe; Daughter, Patricia King; Daughter & Son-in-law, Megan...

David W. Spurck

David W. Spurck

Feb 9, 2014

David William Spurck age 79 of Louisville, TN passed away Sunday, February 9, 2014 at the family home. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, a longtime musician, wood worker, and sports car enthusiast. Preceded in death by: Parents, Fredrick & Dorothy Spurck. Survivors include: Wife of 56 years, Jane Spurck; Sons, David Spurck Jr., Dale Spurck,...

Laura Ona Hatcher

Laura Ona Hatcher

Feb 8, 2014

Laura O. Hatcher age 75 of Maryville passed away Saturday February 8, 2014 at Asbury Place. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Laura was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Jefferson Hatcher, parents W.R. and Lena Herron, sister Helen O'Conner, brother Charles Herron. She is survived by her daughters Debbie Abbott and husband Craig, Jani Perkins, and Connie...

Mrs. Peggy A. Jones

Mrs. Peggy A. Jones

Feb 8, 2014

Peggy A. Jones, age 71, of Maryville, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at U.T. Medical Center. Peggy was of the Baptist faith and loved the outdoors, flowers, fishing, and especially taking care of her family and pets. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by those she leaves behind....

Geneva Sloan Raper

Geneva Sloan Raper

Feb 7, 2014

Geneva Sloan Raper age 91 of Maryville passed away Friday, February 07, 2014 at Sevier County Health Care Center. She was a longtime member of Forest Hill Baptist Church and wonderful cook and gardener. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister who will be deeply missed by those who knew her. Preceded in death by: Husband, R.B....

Georgiana Helen Knurr

Georgiana Helen Knurr

Feb 5, 2014

Georgiana Knurr age 103 of Maryville passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Her remains will be shipped to Cedar Rapids, Iowa where services will be held at a later date. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, 865-983-1000, www.SmithLifeandLegacy.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Georgiana Helen Knurr please visit our Sympathy Store.

Robert (Bob) Keeble

Robert (Bob) Keeble

Feb 5, 2014

Robert (Bob) Keeble age 94 of Walland passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a member of Oak View Baptist Church. He was a Veteran of World War II serving in Guam as a Seabee and craneman. Robert was an avid fox hunter and his love of music took him to the Rocky Branch Community...

Annabelle Holp

Annabelle Holp

Feb 4, 2014

Annabelle Holp age 86 of Maryville passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at UT Medical Center. Preceded in death by: Husband, Robert L. Holp, Jr.; Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Esta Brooks; Brothers, Floyd Brooks and Robert Brooks; Sister, Mabel Long. Survivors include: Son & Daughter-in-law, Rodney L. & Debbie Holp; Daughter & Son-in-law, Delores & Gerald Spoto; Grandchildren, Michelle Holp...

Judith Peace Knoll

Judith Peace Knoll

Feb 3, 2014

Judith Peace Knoll age 93 of Maryville passed away quietly and gently at home on Monday, February 3, 2014. She was a retired Blount County school teacher. Born in Madisonville, TN, Judith attended Hiwassee College and graduated from Tennessee College for Women in Murfreesboro. As a young woman, she was known for being a vocalist and pianist. She was an...

Thomas Kittredge

Thomas Kittredge

Feb 1, 2014

Thomas P. Kittredge, age 82, of Maryville, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He attended Broadway Baptist Church and was a veteran of the United States Marines. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin T. Kittredge and Harriett Donnelly Kittredge; daughter, Joan Elizabeth Kittredge...

Juanita Mary  Melton

Juanita Mary Melton

Jan 31, 2014

Juanita Mary Melton, age 90, of Blue Ridge, GA, Formerly of Maryville passed away peacefully Friday, January 31, 2014. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Melton, Sr.; son, Theodore (Teddy) Melton; grandson, Kenneth Melton. Survivors include her sons, Jerry Melton, Jr and wife, Anne, Larry Melton and...

Velma Lois Gossett

Velma Lois Gossett

Jan 31, 2014

Velma Lois Gossett, age 68 of Maryville went home to be with her Lord & Savior Friday, January 31, 2014. Survivors include: Husband, George Gossett; Sons & Daughters-in-law, Johnny Gossett & wife Robin, James Gossett, George Gossett, and Richard Gossett; Grandchildren, Ryan Gossett, Rebekah Gossett, Emily Gossett, and Kari Watson; former daughter-in-law, Angela Gossett & many special friends. Per Mrs....

Herbert L. Foxx

Herbert L. Foxx

Jan 29, 2014

Herbert L. Foxx, age 85 of Maryville passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He attended Ellejoy Baptist Church and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Herbert was a retired school teacher, teaching 35 years with over 30 years at Holston High School. He was preceded in death by parents, Ernest and Effie Foxx;...

Patricia Louise Justice

Patricia Louise Justice

Jan 28, 2014

Patricia Louise Young Justice of Maryville, born February 20, 1938, went to be with her Lord on January 28, 2014. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Louise Young; sister, Marjorie Williams and brother-in-law, Raymond Williams; and brother...