OBITUARY LISTING

Jun 5, 2024

Dr. Ronald H. Gibson died in peace at his home on June 5, 2024. Born in 1947, Ronald was a graduate of Clemson University where he received his bachelor’s degree and then Master of Industrial Technology. He later received his PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, TN. A Navy Veteran, Ronald served on the Board of Regents,...

Jun 5, 2024

On Wednesday, June 5, 2024 James A. “Hee Haw” Ross Jr., age 78 of Friendsville, TN passed peacefully to his heavenly home.  He attended Everett High School.  He worked for many years as a welder and machinist for Alcoa Aluminum Company, from which he retired.  He was an avid musician and had many friends whom he enjoyed spending time making...

Jun 4, 2024

Tommy Blair, 87 of Maryville, passed away June 4, 2024 at Fairpark Healthcare Center.  He went to be with his Heavenly Father and his wife, Margaret Blair, whom he lost five weeks prior to his death.  Tommy and Margaret were together for 70 years, he has missed her dearly since her recent passing.  Tommy was a member of Six Mile...

Jun 2, 2024

Billie Joan Boring, 88 of Maryville, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born December 14, 1935 to Bill and Ruby Law.  She was a member of Rocky Branch Bethel Baptist Church and an avid Bible reader. She loved having her family gathered around her and she also loved to talk to her friends...

Jun 1, 2024

Otis Leon Brewer age 87 of Maryville, TN passed away peacefully with his three sons by his side on June 1, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents Otis Tom Brewer and Jenny Kagley Brewer, brothers Charles Brewer, Cecil Brewer, and Tom Brewer. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Dorothy Brewer, children Mike Brewer (Ruth),...

May 31, 2024

Laura Irene Moore Curry beloved wife, mother, grandmother and dedicated family woman, passed away on May 31, 2024, at the age of 68.  Born on August 16, 1955, in Knoxville, TN, Lo was a lifelong resident of the city.  She was deeply devoted to her family, and her love for her husband, Denny Curry, and their sons, Mike Moore, Timothy...

May 31, 2024

Geneva A. Bennett, age 77, of Maryville, TN passed away peacefully at home on May 31, 2024. She was born in Lafayette, IN in 1946 to Melvin Bennett and Geneva Prather. She was a professional truck driver and homemaker before retiring in the late 1990’s.  Geneva enjoyed painting, her family, and her chihuahua, Bandit. She was a loving mother of four,...

May 30, 2024

Willie Franklin Looney II (Bill) passed peacefully surrounded by his family on May 30, 2024 age 73. Bill was born on July 07, 1950 the son of William Franklin Looney SR and Clela Looney. Bill proudly served his nation in the United States Air Force. Bill is survived by his wife Belynda (Calaway) Looney of 40 years. He was a...

May 27, 2024

John David Bullen, Sr., age 79, of Maryville, TN passed away at home on Memorial Day, May 27, 2024 from complications of kidney disease.  He is preceded in death by his parents and ten siblings and his precious wife of 54 years, Elizabeth Louise Gossett Bullen.  He is survived by: his son John David Bullen, Jr., his DIL Susan Stephens...

May 23, 2024

Shirley Ann (Hearon) Wilburn age 72 of Maryville, born December 31, 1951, passed away May 23, 2024 at home surrounded by her family.  Shirley was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and Mountain View Chapter #358 Order of The Easter Star.  Preceded in death by:  son, Scott Wilburn, parents, Arvel & Lena Hearon; father and mother-in-law, Roy & June Wilburn;...

May 20, 2024

Dr. Denton B. Ferrell, M.D., age 95, of Maryville, TN, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024 at Shannondale of Maryville.  Denton was born on August 14, 1928 in Woodlawn, CA to Dent and Mariam Ferrell. He spent his early childhood in Marion, IL and St. Petersburg, FL and most of his adulthood in Eldorado, IL.  He was a veteran of...

May 20, 2024

Jerry R. Yares, age 88, of Maryville, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 at Asbury Place of Maryville,  He was born and raised in Elkhorn, Wisconsin.   After high school he enlisted in the US Navy for three years as a court reporter.   Jerry graduated from the University of Wisconsin.  He then worked at SC Johnson Wax for eleven...

May 20, 2024

Charlotte Rose (Green) Tilson, age 82, of Maryville passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Clover Hill Assisted Living.  She was currently a member of Madison Avenue Baptist Church and a former member of Piney Grove Baptist Church.  She was a graduate of Baptist Hospital Nursing school. Charlotte was a Registered Nurse at Blount Memorial Hospital and spent the...

May 20, 2024

Jerry R. Brock, age 81, of Louisville passed away Monday, May 20, 2024, at Select Specialty Fort Sanders.  Jerry put in a long hard fight, but our Lord called him home to rest.   A member of Everett Hills Baptist Church, he was a man of God, family, and had a deep love for his children and grandchildren.  “Pap” was...

May 19, 2024

May 19, 2024

Anita Williams Brown;  After 92 ¾ years of devoted service, Mrs. Brown entered her eternal rest on May 19, 2024.  Anita was born August 14, 1931, in Atlanta, Georgia to proud parents Lutie Eugenia Awtry Williams and William Francis Williams.  She grew up and graduated high school in Atlanta, and discovered her life long love of music as a pianist...

May 18, 2024

Ben Edward Birchfield, age 67 of Maryville, went to be with Jesus on May 18, 2024 at home.  Preceded in death by a son, Jason Birchfield; parents, Harold and JoAnn Orr Birchfield; grandparents, Frane and Willie Sparks Birchfield, Ben Grant and Thelma Orr.  He is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia; son, Travis and Fiancé, Angela; stepson, Dominic Lemons and...

May 18, 2024

In loving memory of Allen Scott Effler, age 48 peacefully departed this world on Saturday, May 18. Allen's vibrant spirit continues to live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind. Survived by his beloved mother Cheryl (Braun) Young and her husband Jeff, his father Ike Effler and his wife Janice, and his daughter Christian (Effler) Rowland and her...

May 18, 2024

Lela Mae Parker England, age 100, of Maryville, TN passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024. She was a lifelong member at Piney Level Baptist Church. Lela enjoyed gardening, canning, and cooking for everyone. She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred England; son, James England; great grandchildren, Brianna Allard and Gracie Russell. parents, Lee & Elizabeth Parker; brothers, Harris,...

May 18, 2024

Kenneth “Ken” Tuck, age 83, of Friendsville, TN passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 18, 2024. He was a member of Friendsville First Baptist Church. He was a US Air Force veteran and retired from Alcoa after 15 years of service. Ken was preceded in death by his first wife, DeeAnn Tuck; his second wife, Teffe Potter Tuck; parents,...