Betty Jane Weeks Harvey Hickle, age 93, and her twin brother James were born May 19, 1932, to Sarah Lee Weeks and James Weeks. Betty lived a wonderful, successful, happy and honorable life. Betty was one of 6 children and the third oldest. Betty outlived her siblings. Betty passed peacefully on November 16, 2025.
Harriet Terry – age 75 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully November 17, 2025 surrounded by her family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and working in her garden.
Yvette Rene (Red) Hall-age 56 of New Tazewell passed away November 15, 2025 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was self-employed as an escort driver. Preceded in death by her husband 28 years, Floyd Joe Lee “Bo” Hall, Jr.; son, Dustin Collins; daughter, Kacy Collins; mother, Carolyn J. Jones; brother, Zack Jones.
Michael Steven Cooper age 69 formally of Maynardville went home to be with the Lord November 9 at Ft Sanders Hospital. He passed peacefully with his wife, children, and family by his side.
Born and raised in Maynardville, TN to Ralph and Shirley Cooper on June 22,1956. A 1975 Graduate of Horace Maynard High School, he retired from Big Ridge State Park after 42 years of service.
Michael was a great lover of sports especially his beloved UT Vols and Atlanta Braves. Michael held season tickets to both football and Lady Vols for many years.
Jackie Steven Brewer-age 69 of Sharps Chapel passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 at the Willow Ridge Center after battling an extensive illness. He is preceded in death by parents, Boyd and Lurtie Brewer; sister, Juanita Brewer Woods; nephew, Billy Joe Turner; nieces, Connie Freeman, Maryann Cooper Cox; brothers-in-law, Rev. Larry Cooper, Ray Martin, Bill Turner and Rev. Paris Woods.
Survivors: daughter, Michelle Brooks; brother, Ralph (Juanita) Brewer; sisters, Helen (Joe) Holloway, Kathy Turner, Alma Cooper and Janet Nipper. A host of nieces and nephews.
Charles Junior Muncey – age 71 of Maynardville, went to live forever in the presence of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. He was born on January 21, 1954 to Pearlie Lee Tharpe Muncey and Charles Edward (Edd) Muncey. Charles passed away suddenly while working at Tru (Clayton) Homes, where he had been employed for forty-two years. He was a member of New Start Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, special grandmother, Annie (Polly) Muncey; as well as several aunts and uncles.
Winnie Elizabeth (Cox) Effler – age 79 of Maynardville, received her eternal reward on Thursday, November 6, 2025, following a lengthy illness. She was a member of Milan Baptist Church.
Wanda June Williams-age 81 of Blaine passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025. She was a member of Indian Ridge Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Norman E. Williams; son, Gary E. Williams; parents, Raymond and Hazel Whaley; brothers, Carroll Whaley and Bobby Whaley; sister, Karen Whaley.
James Edward Bailey-age 26 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord, Saturday morning, November 1, 2025, doing what he loved, in a tragic boating accident. He had the biggest heart and the smartest mind. He loved God, fishing, hunting, and trucks. James never knew a stranger and was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. He was a member and Deacon of Leatherwood Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his sister, Angel Hope Bailey; grandfathers, Darrell Bailey and Buster Beeler; aunts, Joyce Nicley and her husband, L.D. Nicley, Bessie Bailey; uncle, Greg Bailey.
Kay Frances Glann – 76 of Knoxville, passed peacefully into the arms of her loving savior on Sunday, November 2, 2025. She was born on May 31, 1949, to Clinton and Charlotte Older. Kay was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, prayer warrior, friend and a true light in a dark world. Kay smiled often, sang freely, prayed continuously and loved with her entire being. Laughter always filled any room she was in and you never left without a full belly and a full heart.
Danny Ray Inman-age 66 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at U. T. Medical Center. He attended Christian Redemption Center, Knoxville. Preceded in death by parents, Alan Inman, Sr. and Martha Inman; brothers, Bobby Joe Inman, Eddie Inman and Buddy Wayne Inman.
Roy “Mack” Witt – of Andersonville, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, at the age of 79. Known for his soulful voice and masterful guitar playing, Mack brought joy and comfort to those around him through music. His favorite song, “Will the Circle Be Unbroken,” was more than a melody – it was a reflection of his faith, his hope and his belief in the enduring bonds of family and love. Mack was saved as a Christian, and his life was a testament to the grace and peace he found in his faith.
Elden Ray Capps-age 82 of Texas Valley Road, Knoxville, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Signature Healthcare of Rockwood, where he resided the past two years. He was saved at Powder Springs Baptist Church at a young age. He was a retired manager of Pilot Oil Store, Broadway, Knoxville and Rocky Top Shell in Dandridge. He was born November 15, 1942, in Powder Springs, the son of the late Roy Lee and Naomi (Perry) Capps. Also preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Barbara Ann Capps; sisters, Jane, Ruby, Yvonne; brothers, Jack, Ray, Coy, Loy and infant Roy Capps.
Shirley Mae Hill – age 83 of Luttrell, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. Born February 21, 1942, Shirley was the daughter of Clayton and Helen Chandler. Shirley was known for her sacrificial love, her kind heart, her love of Sunday dinners with family, her love of flowers and especially attending all sporting events through the years of her children and grandchildren. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered for the love and laughter she brought to all who knew her.
Rev. Kenneth Osborne-age 90 of Maynardville went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the home of his daughter. He was an Evangelist of the Baptist faith. He preached on WKXV Radio for over 40 years, along with Rev. David and Martha Evans. He was a retired employee of Tucker Steel, Knoxville. Preceded in death by his parents, Cella and Viola (Million) Osborne, wife of 34 years, Mary Lee (Davis) Osborne; son, Jonathan Daniel Osborne; five brothers and sisters.
In Loving Memory of the Best Dad There Ever Was
The world feels a little quieter without Garry Johnson, who passed away on October 22, 2025. He was so much more than a father, husband, son, and friend; he was a steady heartbeat that held the family together, the one who loved without limits, and gave everything he had without expecting anything back in return.
Beverly Ann Murray-age 72 of Mooresburg, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Romans Road Baptist Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky and was a retired medical office billing clerk for Allergy and Asthma Affiliates, Knoxville. Preceded in death by son, Jackie Douglas Murray, Jr.; her parents, J. C. Weemes, Louise Martin and step-father, Joseph Martin; brother, Joey Martin.
Melinda Lee (Daniel) Curtis – age 75, went to be with the Lord on October 18, 2025, surrounded by her family.
William “Bill” Thomas Shattuck – age 83 of Maynardville, formerly of Pontiac, Michigan passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2025. Bill was a Navy Veteran and was an over the road truck driver for over 40 years with Bushline and Pemberton Companies. After he retired, he continued with what he loved, making and delivering candy and fudge. He also loved flea markets and a “good find”.
Robert Ray Province, Jr. "Slick" age 97 of Luttrell, TN went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 15th, 2025. He passed peacefully at Fort Sanders Regional surrounded by his loved ones. He retired from Tom's Foods after 30+ years. He always had a smile on his face and shared his love for the Lord with anyone he came across. Always leaving them with the message he lived by "Keep Looking Up."