Donnie Keith Cogburn
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...
Peggy Taylor
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...
Kenneth Lawrence Melton
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...
Roy Marshall Oliver
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...
Debra Lynn Mills
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...
Mary Elizabeth Waters
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...
Kathleen Noah
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...
Mary Sue Lowe
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...
Charles Wayne Garrett
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...
William Charles Hill
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,...
Phyllis Emmaline Morelock
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...
Bonnie Nell Simpfenderfer
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,...
Julie Suzanne Chenoweth
Dec 24, 2025
Julie Suzanne Chenoweth gained her wings, sadly due to medical complications in Maryville, TN in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Julie was born on July 5th, 1972, in Rockford, IL and was only 53 years old at the time of her passing. She spent much of her early life in TN before moving to WI. Julie received U.S. Army...
Rachel Savannah Lawson
Dec 23, 2025
Rachel Savannah Lawson, age 31, of Philadelphia, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at home. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Lenoir City. Preceded in death by: mother, Kristine Lawson; grandparents, Mary Jo Worley and Elisabeth Lawson. Survivors include: father, Gary Lawson; grandparents, Julius Lawson & Robert Worley; brothers, Andrew (Jamie) Lawson and Nicholas...
Sandy Knippen
Dec 22, 2025
Combine a love of laughter, nature, and self discovery, and you will have the beautiful soul of Sandy Knippen. Her kindness toward all others and her deep, deep love for her children, family, and friends knew no bounds. Sandy transitioned to Heaven on December 22nd to be with so many who also love her and awaited her with joy. She...
Curtis Lynn Hunt
Dec 22, 2025
Curtis Lynn Hunt, 76, passed peacefully on December 22, 2025. He was born October 20th, 1949. Proceeded in death by parents Cornelius “Shorty” and Marie Hunt and Father-in-Law Coll Law. He leaves behind his wife, Debbie Law Hunt; children Lynne Stiles, Scott (Michelle) Hunt, Matthew (Candace) Hunt, Dawn (Alex) Bath, Eric (Catrina) Harmon. Ten grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and several...
Barbara Joyce Martin
Dec 21, 2025
Barbara Joyce Martin
April 14th, 1933 - December 21, 2025
Barbara “Joyce” Martin, née Owens, of Setolah, Georgia, passed peacefully at home in Friendsville, Tennessee, on December 21, surrounded by family, at the age of 92.
She is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, William “Bill” Martin; her three children, Gery Martin, Theodore Martin, and Morinda Gale; and her nine grandchildren...
Ellis Don Davis
Dec 21, 2025
Ellis Don Davis age 75 of Maryville passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, and firearms. Ellis loved his family dearly. He was a long time member of Madison Avenue Baptist Church. Preceded in death by: parents, Don & Eva Lee Davis; brother, Roy Davis, sister, Linda Gay Stubblefield. Survivors include: wife, Brenda Davis; sons & daughters-in-law,...
Jackson Cade Williams
Dec 19, 2025
Jackson Cade Williams, age 25, passed away far too soon, leaving behind a profound sense of loss for all who knew and loved him. Jack was a beloved son, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend.
Jack was a proud graduate of Maryville High School, where he was a standout football player and an even better teammate. He was admired not only for...
Carson Goldman Brackett
Dec 19, 2025
Carson Goldman Brackett, 82, passed away on December 19, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on February 27, 1943, in Alcoa, Tennessee, Carson was a proud Tennessean who lived a life marked by hard work, independence, and a love of family.
Carson grew up in Alcoa, attending grade school and high school there, and played basketball, baseball, and football with great skill...
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