Rhonnie Jerome Bible
Mar 25, 2021
Rhonnie Jerome Bible went to sleep with the Lord Jesus on March 25, 2021. He belonged to the West Maryville Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Ron had been ill with heart failure for several years, but he still pursued his love of farming and raising cattle. Ron was preceded in death by his father Harley Huse Bible, mother Marybelle Mayfield Bible,...
Oma Lucy Stephens
Mar 23, 2021
Oma Lucy Helton Stephens, age 96 of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at home. Lucy was born to Ben Helton and Mary Whaley Helton on February 11, 1925. She was raised in Sevier County and graduated from Sevier County High School in 1943. Her work experience included working for; Oak Ridge (Manhattan Project); J&K Store; Tennessee Textile Mill;...
Rita Lucille Sargent
Mar 21, 2021
Rita Lucille Sargent age 76 of Alcoa passed away Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the family home. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Rita was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and the American Red Cross. Preceded in death by: Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Berube of Woonsocket, RI. Survivors include: Husband, Royal J. Sargent; Son,...
Bob D. Hutsell
Mar 19, 2021
Bob D. Hutsell age 86 passed away peacefully Friday, March 19th. He is preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of 64 years Helen Rogers Hutsell, grandchildren infant twins Crystal and Casey, parents Tom and Bess Hutsell, best friend Bob Berrong, brother-n-law Walter Harrill, sister and brother-n-laws Cecil and Georgia Hackney, Alfred Rogers, Wilma and Dude...
Earl Reed Butler
Mar 18, 2021
Earl Reed Butler age 81 of Maryville passed away Thursday, March 18, 2021 at the family home. He was a member of Rocky Branch Bethel Baptist Church. Earl retired from Alcoa Aluminum Company and served in the United States Army. He was also an avid gardener. Preceded in death by: Wife, Bertha Butler; many brothers and sisters. Survivors include: Son...
Homer Harry Whitehead
Mar 17, 2021
Homer Whitehead, age 89 of Maryville, departed this earthly home to join the love of his life, his wife of 63 years, Betty (McDonald) in heaven on March 17, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Andy and Annie; sisters, Peggy Whitehead, Beatrice Hall, Louise Floro; brothers, Archie, Chester, Lester, Lloyd, and Ollie. Survivors include: Son, Dale and...
Norman A. McKinnon
Mar 15, 2021
Dr. Norman A. McKinnon, Jr. age 98, retired Maryville Obstetrician-Gynecologist, died Monday, March 15, 2021. Dr. McKinnon was born December 12, 1922 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. He was a graduate of The University of Mississippi and received his medical degree from Tulane University in New Orleans. His four years of post-graduate training in Obstetrician and Gynecology was served in Charity Hospital...
Charles Lavon Layus
Mar 15, 2021
Charles Lavon Layus, age 76 of Maryville, went to be with his Savior Monday, March 15, 2021 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. Charlie was well known in Blount County since he moved from New Orleans. He is a Katrina survivor and critical care nurse from Charity Hospital, New Orleans, LA. He leaves behind his true love and best...
Louise Widener
Mar 13, 2021
Louise L. Widener, age 91 of Maryville passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Lillian was a member of Dotson Memorial Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Widener, Sr. parents; Charlie and Minnie Loy. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Eugene A. Widener, Jr. and Debbie;...
James Frank Atkins
Mar 13, 2021
James Frank Atkins, age 68 of Maryville, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2021 at his home with a long fight with cancer. Frank was a well-known plumber of Atkins & Atkins in Maryville, TN. He leaves behind his true love and best friend, Martha Carol Miller; his special cousin, Troy Garland; sisters and brother-in-law, Sharon and Bill Breeden; Vickie Atkins;...
David Lynn Cook
Mar 12, 2021
David L. Cook, age 70, of Townsend lost a brief battle with cancer on March 12, 2021. He was a long-time educator with over 25 years at the Blount County Schools system, most recently working at LMU as professor of education. He was also a life-long caregiver to numerous family, friends, and professor colleagues. He is preceded in death by...
James Carl Gentry
Mar 10, 2021
James Carl Gentry, age 61 of Maryville, TN died on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. A loving husband, father, and grandfather (Poppy). More than anything in life, he loved being with family and friends. He was the kindest and hardest working man. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Mary Louise Gentry;...
Kathleen Smith Johnston
Mar 10, 2021
Kathleen Johnston, age 59 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Donald and Mary Smith; brother, Jeffrey Smith; sister Sherry Breeden. Survived by husband, Jimmy Johnston; stepdaughter, Emily Brooke Johnston; brother, Pudge Smith (Patty); special niece, Brittany Muckleroy and several other nieces and nephews. A private Graveside...
Mary T. Davis
Mar 9, 2021
Mary T. Davis, age 93 of Townsend, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Mary attended Tuckaleechee United Methodist Church in Townsend. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Alaska Anderson; 1st husband, D.C. Burce, 2nd husband, George H. Davis; sisters, Kathleen Robinson, Bill Vananda. Survived by son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Janet Burce; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Benny...
Buena A. Brewer
Mar 9, 2021
Buena A. Brewer, age 96 of Rockford, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Preceded in death by her husband, W. Ralph Brewer; parents, Edgar and Bettie Ballard; brother, Ermal Ballard; sister, Johnnie Ballard. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, William R. and Megan Brewer, Bobby and Heather Brewer; grandsons, Trey and Brett Brewer, Jared and Olivia Brewer; great-grandchildren, Clarke, Blair, Kate,...
Rina Faris Johnson Jr.
Mar 9, 2021
Rina Faris Johnson, Jr, our beloved dad, brother, grandpa and great- grandpa went Home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2021. He was born May 5, 1939 in Sharp's Chapel TN. He is survived by his loving sons, Todd (Sheila), Keith, and Scott (Alexandra); his loving sister, Jennifer Weber (Steve); numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was deeply loved...
Ronnie Lee Eaton
Mar 9, 2021
Ronnie Lee Eaton, 67 of Maryville, TN passed peacefully in his home in the wee hours of Tuesday morning, March 9, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He will be remembered as a kind and generous man by so many whose life he touched either through everyday work, community involvement or close long-term friendships. Ronnie is survived by his loving...
Marilyn Imler
Mar 9, 2021
Marilyn Imler (née Stevens) died peacefully in Maryville TN on March 9, 2021 at the age of 96. Marilyn was born on December 9, 1924 in Liberty, Indiana to Jess and Nell Stevens. Marilyn graduated from Short High School in Liberty. She went on to attend Indiana University, earning a degree in Social Work, where she met and later married...
Carolyn S. Ellis
Mar 5, 2021
Carolyn S. Ellis age 78 of Alcoa passed away Friday, March 5, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Alcoa First United Methodist Church. Carolyn retired from Blount Memorial Hospital with over 35 years of service as a registered nurse. Preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Ellis and her parents, Guy and Vida Fox. Survivors include...
James Thomas Cross
Mar 1, 2021
James Thomas Cross, age 83 of Maryville, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. James was a member of Broadway Baptist Church where he was in the choir and was a soloist. He was a 60 year plus member of the Rockford Masonic Lodge, former member of the Memphis Masonic Chapter, Council and Commandry. Associate Patron Eastern...