Imogene V. Llewellyn “Jean”, 91, of Knoxville, TN, passed away peacefully in her home on January 28th, 2018. Jean was of the Baptist faith and a longtime member of Salem Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by and reunited with her loving husband of 56 years, Howard Llewellyn, her son James Llewellyn, and her mother and father Henry and Allie Mink.
Billie Sue Madison, born April 12, 1937 in Cherokee County Georgia, passed away January 27, 2018. She was a long-time resident of Fountain City. She retired from Robert Shaw after many years of service. Preceded in death by parents Harry O. Madison and Era Howard; sisters Sandra and Cheryl Madison.
Grady W. Madgett Sr. age 91 of Knoxville, passed away January 27, 2018. He was a member of Roseberry Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who worked on the USS Chicago and the USS Vicksburg. He also enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and hunting. Preceded in death by Theodore and Una Madgett; son Franklin Madgett; brother Paul Madgett; sisters-in-law Edith and Betty Madgett; brother-in-law Glenn Ely. Survived by loving wife of 64 years Wilma Madgett; son Grady “G.W.” Madgett Jr.
Iva M. (Brown) Reynolds, age 91 of Powell, passed away January 27, 2018. She was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. She worked for Standard Knitting Mill for several years before becoming a loving mother and homemaker. She had an engaging sense of humor and a loving spirit that so many people enjoyed. Iva loved to fish and spend time with her family and friends. Preceded in death by husband of over 50 years Matthew Reynolds; parents Emma and Roy Brown; brother Roy Brown; brothers-in-law Melvin Noe and Wayne Welch.
Tammy Clowers, age 40 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord January 26, 2018. Tammy was a loving mother and daughter. She enjoyed reading and often read Amish books. She is survived by children Brittany Clowers and Jay Clowers; parents Ralph and Shirley Clowers and several other loved ones. Family will receive friends 5:00-7:00p.m. Monday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow, Rev. Bobby Hankins and Rev. Clyde Haynes officiating. Family and friends will meet 10:45a.m. Tuesday at Bells Campground Cemetery for an 11:00a.m. interment.
Agnes Flatford Healey-age 73 of Maynardville went home to be with her Mom Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Bryams Fork Baptist Church. Preceded in death by mother, Edna Marie Flatford; brothers, Glen, Donnie, Kenny, Jay and Elonzo Flatford; son, Prestis; daughter, Brenda.
Survivors: sisters, Barbara, Sharon, Bronis, Vicky and Faye; brother, Elwood; children, Marie, Danny, Marty and Chris; special nephew, Johnny.
Debra Kay Lee – age 61 of Maynardville, went home to be with the Lord, January 24, 2018 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of Milan Baptist Church.
Debra is preceded in death by parents, Chalmer and Maxine Miller; and husband, Jeffrey Lee. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Christa and Roger Hall; two grandchildren, Bentley and Kinnley Hall; sister, Doris Miller; special aunt, Lula Ellison; and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews.
Timmy Randall Bailey-age 48 of Maynardville, born January 13, 1970 passed away suddenly Wednesday morning, January 24, 2018 at his home. Tim was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church, member of the Union County Rescue Squad and a retired employee of Tennessee Department of Transportation, Knoxville Office. Preceded in death by father, Buddy Boy Bailey; brother, Ronald Bailey, father-in-law, William Houston Weaver.
Larry Neal Chadwick, age 65 of Knoxville, passed away January 13, 2018. He retired from Porcelain Products. He was a great father and grandfather. Preceded in death by his mother Reba Holt.
Vonnie Lorene Stanifer, born February 28, 1925, passed away January 22, 2018. Vonnie was a loving wife and mother and a doting grandmother. She loved the Lord and had conversations with Jesus for two days before she peacefully passed at Centennial Hospital in Nashville, TN. She was one of the oldest active members of Texas Valley Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Stanifer; and parents, Reed & Mamie Welch.
Georgia L. Beeler Miller, age 92, of Halls Crossroads went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2018. She was a member of Emory Valley Missionary Baptist Church. Georgia is preceded in death by husband Jasper Delone Miller; son Andrew Curtis Miller; granddaughter Kay Michelle Miller Keck; parents Mach and Lennie Beeler; sisters Lela Stiner (Frank) and Myrtle Graves; brothers Hugh Beeler (Ethel), Clarence Beeler (Lilis) and Otis Beeler (Alice).
Barbara Jean Watson, 86, left this world surrounded by family to be with her husband Reece, children Fran, Teresa, Charlotte, Steve and grandson Tony. She will be missed by many especially her children Willy, Marty, CarolAnn and their families and friends. In lieu of flowers please make donations to help with funeral expenses. Family will receive friends 5:00-7:00p.m. Wednesday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet 11:15a.m. Thursday at Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery Lyons View for an 11:30a.m. graveside service.
Lewis Lee Wendover, age 71, of Hannibal, New York passed away January 21, 2018. Lewis was a sports enthusiast, who loved playing tennis and going fishing. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Lewis was a physical education coach and teacher for the Miami, Florida school district. Lewis is preceded in death by parents Marjorie and Roscoe Wendover. He is survived by wife of 47 years Sue Wendover, daughter Erin (Patrick) Plyler, grandchildren Carson and Caroline Plyler, and sister Ann Louise Schneider. Funeral arrangements are being conducted by Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel.
Geneva Frances (Hinton) Graves, born March 15, 1922 and passed away January 20, 2018.
She was preceded in death by her husband Avrell Harding Graves, infant daughter Kathy Elaine, parents Oscar and Ruby (Murray) Hinton, brothers James and Wallace, and sisters Mildred, Catherine, and Lorena.
Irene Foster, age 89, of Powell, passed away Friday morning, January 19, 2018 at home with her loving husband by her side. She was a long-time member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fletcher & Nola Carden and 9 brothers and sisters.
Barbara Jean Smart Rhyne, age 79, of Powell, passed away at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center on Friday, January 19, 2018 after a short illness. She was a member of The Church at Sterchi Hills. Jean retired from First Tennessee Bank as a Loan Officer after 20 plus years of dedicated service. In her spare time, she enjoyed crafting and gardening. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Haskew & Lucille Smart; and brother, Johnny Smart.
Mitchell “Mike” Parsley, age 87, born July 18, 1930 in Mt. Sterling, NC, was called home to be with Jesus on January 17, 2018. He was a member of Mt. Harmony Baptist Church. Mike was a kind and gentle man who was always willing to help others. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was proud of his family.
Anna Lou (Needham) Bolden-age 78 of Washburn went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January18, 2018 at Ridgeview Terrace. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church, Luttrell. She was preceded in death by husband, Adam Harlis Bolden; sons, Adam Troy and Anthony Harlis (Tony) Bolden; parents, Burchell and Rena (Lee) Needham; brother, Lloyd Needham; sisters, Juanita Monroe and Ilene Atkins; special nieces, Pat Phipps and Linda Munsey.
Bonnie L. Gray, age 68 of Corryton, TN, went to be with the Lord January 17, 2018. Preceded in death by husband Robert Gray and step-son Jason Gray. Survived by daughter Christin Miller and husband Troy; sons David and wife Kim Gray, and Rob Gray; grandchildren Zachary, Darrin, and Katie Miller, Garrett, Nate, and Kaylee Gray; siblings Betty (Kenneth), Willie (Calvin), John (Carolyn); several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Sunday January 21, 2018 2:00-4:00p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow at 4:00p.m., Rev. Jody Darden officiating.
Johnny Allen Braden age 44 of Powder Springs went to be with our Lord Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Johnny had made many friends and had built many houses in the area He was preceded in death by his mother; Diann Elliot. He is survived by his; wife, several aunts and uncles as well as his nieces and nephews.
At his request, private services will be conducted at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expense.
Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.