Leo Oszust, known as “JaJa”-age 95 of Maynardville, formerly of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away Wednesday morning, January 17, 2018 at his home. He was a member of Christ The King Catholic Church in New Tazewell since moving to Tennessee in 1992. Leo was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II and was the recipient of the Purple Heart.
He was preceded in death by his; wife, Lorraine Oszust.
Orena Clay, age 88 of Washburn, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018. She was a longtime member of Mt. Eager Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Loy and Orpha Shelton; husband of 57 years, Earl Clay; sisters, Ruth Clay and Lily Mae Lay.
Peggy Loucille Rouse - Age 76 of Sharps Chapel. Born July 21, 1941, went to be with her Lord and Savior January 17, 2018. She was a longtime member of Taylor’s Grove Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by parents; John Elmer and Betty (Sharp) Rouse. Survived by sister and brother- in- law; Mary Evelyn and Wayne Beason, special nephew: Darrell Beason and a host of other family and friends. She will be truly missed by all her loved ones.
Patricia Conalee “Gummy” Walker, age 82, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday January 16, 2018. She was proudly born in Honolulu Hawaii. She is survived by son Charles S. Rose (Gayle), daughters Pamela M. Rose and Kimberly D. Carmosino (Gerald), special granddaughter Evangelina “Nena” Carmosino, 9 other grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. The family would also like to thank special caregivers Amy Hall, Mellisa Mooneyhan, Teresa Shelton, Ashley Carden, Mary Jo Nevers, Elizabeth Weatherford, Cynthia Wooten, Teresa Rector, Dr. Robert Shutt, Dr.
Robin Lynn (Cummings) Chitwood, age 55 of Clinton, passed away on January 14, 2018. The Bible tells us that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). Robin met her Savior and is experiencing a joy that we cannot even begin to comprehend. Therefore, we will praise the Lord at all times and His praise will always be on our lips (Psalm 34:1), for we know that Jesus is not the God of the dead but of the living, for all live to Him (Luke 20:38). Robin was born on February 12, 1962 to the late Tommy and Dorothy Cummings.
Clyde Earl Hall Sr. born April 8, 1930, passed away January 12, 2018. He was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. He was a Korean War veteran where he received a Purple Heart. Clyde retired as a Captain from Knoxville Police Department after 30 years of service. Survived by son Kenneth Hall, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and sisters-in-law. Family will receive friends 2:00p.m.-3:00p.m. Saturday January 20, 2018 at Sharon Baptist Church with service to follow, Dr. Jim Robertson and Rev. Mike McCoig officiating. Family and friends will then dismiss to Sharon Baptist Church for interment.
Ruby Lee Trentham Harris, age 70 of Halls, passed away January 13, 2018. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church. She retired from Gerdau Ameristeel after many years of service. She was a loving mother and grandmother and a jewel to all who loved her. Preceded in death by parents William and Laura Trentham; brothers William, Ted, and Fred Trentham; sister Jane Hillon. Survived by children Richard Harris and wife Ann and Suzanne Harris Jones; grandsons Lucas Jones and Zach Harris; nephews Ron and Jeffrey Trentham; niece Melissa Competiello; sister-in-law Hazel Trentham.
Shirley Ann Williams Yates-age 81 of Blaine passed away Sunday morning, January 14, 2018 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Indian Ridge Baptist Church. She was born September 17, 1936 the daughter of the late Everett and Ethel (Grubb) Williams; also preceded in death by brothers, Gene, Norman, Tommy, Paul and Carroll Williams.
Margaret Imogene Hall, born August 28, 1937, went to be with the Lord, January 12, 2018. She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband Billy M. Hall; parents Chester and Trula Mae Vandagriff; sisters Elizabeth Robertson, Juanita Dabney, and Jean Johnson. Survived by daughter Billie Hughett and husband James; son Timothy and wife Jenny; grandchildren Travis Hall, Anderson and Ansley Hall; sisters Helen Weaver (husband Paul), and Dorothy Crowe; brother Jim Vandagriff and wife Peggy; special brother-in-law Gary Johnson.
Bradley Allen Brown Ridings, age 26, went home to be with the Lord on January 12, 2018. He was saved at 9 years old. Preceded in death by birth parents Danny Brown and Billie Jo Winstead; grandmother Bernice Wallace and special friend John Sutherland. Left to cherish his memory are children Bentley, Liam, Aiden and Gabriella; parents Christopher and Misty Ridings; brothers Christopher Ridings Jr. and Jacob Ridings; grandparents Jerry and Sue Ridings. In lieu of flower, donations can be made to the family for expenses. Family and friends will meet 1:45PM Wednesday at Ft.
Harold Wayne Miller, age 74, of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord January 11, 2018. He was a member of N. Acres Baptist Church. He was a retired business owner and longtime member of the Bluegrass Community. He was preceded in death by his Daughter Crystal Miller Nelson, Parents John Henry and Phobe Miller, Sister Shirley Bales and Brother Walter Miller. He is survived by his loving companion Sharon Sutton, Furbaby Lucy, Son Josh Nelson, special caregivers Fred Daniels and Pat White.
Robin Michelle Light, age 52, passed away January 12, 2018. She was very outgoing and loved people, especially her daughter and grandson. Preceded in death by father Ronald Light; grandparents Earl and June Cheek, Charlie and Marie Yarber; special uncle Robert Bean; and step mother Jenni Light.
Alice Marie Gose White, age 79 of Knoxville, passed away Friday January 12, 2018 at North Haven Healthcare Center. She was a member of Beaumont Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents Reo and Pearl Gose. Survived by children Judith Ann, Tommy Ray, and Cynthia Ann; grandchildren Alison, Carey, Bobby, and Courtney and husband Brandon; 4 great-grandchildren; brothers Jim, David and Roy Gose; several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends 5:30-7:00p.m. Sunday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow at 7:00p.m. Rev. Roy Gose officiating.
Jeffery Lynn Berry, born December 3, 1953 to Pat (Ramey) and Harley Berry in Knoxville, TN, passed peacefully away after a long battle with kidney disease on Friday, January 12, 2018. Jeff was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene (Ellis) Berry, brother Jay Daniels, Mother and Father, Grandparents Eunice and William C. Ramey, Aunts Betty Dowden, Joyce Wells, and Billie Bedwell, Uncles Glenn Wells and Robert Bedwell. Jeff was a graduate of Halls High School class of 1972. Soon after graduation he enlisted with the U.S. Air Force and served his country for four years.
Amanda (Bennett) Eden, age 44 of Knoxville, passed away January 12, 2018. She was a loving mother to her daughter Summer Rose Eden. Preceded in death by daughter Christina Eden, mother Melissa Doyle and grandmother Doris Eileen Shultz. Survived by daughter Summer Rose Eden; father Eddie Bennett; brother Andrew Newman; partner Wayne Julian; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family will receive friends Tuesday 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. Tuesday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet 12:45p.m. Wednesday at Greenwood Cemetery for 1:00p.m.
Eugene “Bill” Roberts, age 74 of Knoxville, passed away January 13, 2018. He was a member of Old Pleasant Gap Baptist Church, as well as, an Army and Navy veteran. Bill was a loving husband and a wonderful father and papaw to many. Preceded in death by parents Alberta and William Roberts; 5 brothers; son-in-law Larry F. Roberts Jr.
Jewell Rader Newman, age 89 of Halls, passed away January 12, 2018 at home surrounded in love by her grandsons. She was a member of Halls Christian Church and a devout follower of her Christian faith. Preceded in death by husbands Johnnie Earl Rader and Frank Newman and son Michael Rader. Survived by grandsons John Rader (Joe) and Lucas Rader (Leah), and daughter-in-law Sheryl Rader. Special thanks to Karen Graham for her loving care, as well as, Rachel and Tessa with Amedysis Hospice. A private service was held for the family. Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel in charge of arrangements.
Debra Sue McMahan, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Friday January 12, 2018 at home. She was of the Baptist Faith. She is preceded in death by her parents, Nell & Monroe Bull, daughter Susan Lenn McMahan and brother James Earls. She is survived by her husband, James McMahan, daughter Heather McMahan, Granddaughter Abigail Inman, Sisters Betsy Lonas & Joan Varner and Brothers Marlin Bull & George Earls and several special nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Daniel Inman. The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 14th, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Dolores Cameron, of Strawberry Plains, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, January 11th, 2018 at Physicians Regional. She retired from Furrow Auction Co. She is survived by husband of 69 years, Leland (Curly) Cameron, son, Steve Cameron, wife Ginny, grandchildren, Corey and Shane Cameron, and great grandchildren, Seth, Haley, Madison, and Brooklyn. The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 14th, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet at 1:45 p.m. for an 2:00 p.m.
Everett Orain Clark (Poppy), of Knoxville, who was born July 21, 1945, passed away January 9, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank & Katherine Clark and grandparents, Melvin & Maude Davis. He is survived by his wife, Patsy. He also leaves his children, Frank Clark and Renee, Dewayna & Michael Metcalf, Erik Clark and Jennifer, Darin Clark, Debra Lakin and Kenny, and Margaret & Michael Davis.