Ruth Franklin, age 84, of Knoxville, was saved at an early age and went to be with her heavenly father on March 9, 2018. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Glenn H. Smith; second husband, Sam Franklin; parents, Fate and Myrtle McBee; brother, Swan McBee; sisters, Trula Hobock, Ruby Woods, and Lucille McBee. She is survived by her loving son, Stanley Smith, of Knoxville; sister, Helen (Luther) Cox, of Maynardville; several nieces and nephews and special caregivers, Ruby Hobock and Vicki Hamilton.

Louise Snelson Tucker, age 90, entered into the presence of the Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 8, 2018. She was a long-time member of Sharon Baptist Church where she served the Lord in many different roles. She is retired from General Sessions Court Knoxville. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Altus Dale Tucker; daughter, Connie Gale Owenby; parents, David & Lettie Snelson; brothers, Arnold, Eugene, and Glen Snelson; sister and best friend, Ruby Thomas. She is survived by her sons, David Tucker (Patty) and Terry Tucker (fiancée Teresa).

Sandra Gail Harmon – age 72 of Maynardville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. She was a member of New Testament Baptist Church.

Sandra is preceded in death by her husband, Milford Harmon. She is survived by daughters, Bethany (Gary) Ball and Lindsay (Bryan) Ferguson; sons, Terry (Missy) McGinnis and Matt (Dawn) Harmon; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Lee Edward “T-Bo” Bailey-age 82 of Maynardville passed away Monday evening, March 5, 2018 at U. T. Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith and a retired employee of Lay Packing Company.
Preceded in death by wife: Margaret Muncey Bailey; son, Billy Joe Bailey; mother, Clara Hopson Smith; father, York Bailey.
Survivors: sons, Mike Bailey, Clint Bailey, Jeff Bailey and wife, Sandra; daughter, Norma Keck and husband, Mike; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews.

David James Hickman Sr. Obituary
David James Hickman Sr., age 67 of St. Louis, MO and
Luttrell, TN went to be with the Lord suddenly on March 4,
2018. He was born on January 22, 1951 to the late Joe and
Ilean Hickman. David was a proud veteran of the Vietnam Era
serving as Private First Class from 1969-1975. He loved his family,
made everyone laugh and would give you the shirt off his back. The
self-proclaiming Dr. Rev. David J., never met a stranger and
could make anyone crack a smile with a “Hellfar!” David is preceded

Eric Ray Muncey-age 32 of Luttrell Passed away suddenly Sunday, March 4, 2018 as the result of an accident. He was of the Baptist faith. Eric was an employee of Archer Air Conditioning. Preceded in death by sister, Angie Michelle Muncey; grandparents, Arther and Edria Muncey, Jess Wynn.

Mary Etta Wilson, age 75, walked in to the Kingdom of Heaven to meet the Lord Jesus Christ and to reunite with greatly missed family on March 5, 2018. Mary was born on December 6, 1942 and resided in Luttrell, TN for the majority of her 75 years. A graduate of the Tennessee School of Beauty, she was a beautician for many years, special aide at Luttrell Elementary School and various other jobs to keep her busy. Mary was preceded in death by husband of 50 years, Paul Edward Wilson; father, John “Boss” Dyer Sr; mother, Edna Mae Dyer; and sister, Janet Dolores Hopson.

Patrick Henry Lay-age 54 of Sharps Chapel passed away Sunday morning, March 4, 2018 at The Waters of Clinton. Preceded in death by father, Ralph Lay.

Survivors: mother, Helen Louise Bailey Lay Holloway; brother, Gary Lay, both of Sharps Chapel; two aunts, Vontella Cole and Dula “Dude” Hamilton. Several cousins and a host of friends.

The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at Cooke-Campbell Mortuary.
Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville in charge.

Garland L. Hart, age 86, of Powell, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 8th, 2018. He served as a Corporal in the United States Army during the Korean War and was present when the Truce was signed. He was employed at the Knoxville News-Sentinel for several years and then left to begin his own catering business. He loved fishing, being outdoors and creating art in the form of oil painting. He was preceded in death by parents; Rev. M.D. and Nora Hart, brother Paul Hart and sister Ruby Spencer.

Jerry “Sarge” Julian, age 84, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, February 28th, 2018. He was in a United States Army Veteran and served his country for 26 years, A member of the American Legion, and retired from the Concord Telephone Company after 20 years of service. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by parents Butler and Stacy Julian, and all of his siblings.

Rev. Roy Glen Acuff – 86 of Blaine, was born, January 27, 1932 to Joe P. and Lora Sellers Acuff and passed away, Thursday, March 1, 2018. He was a member of Locust Grove Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army PFC from 1952-1954. Roy began preaching in 1961 and has been a faithful servant of the Lord for fifty-seven years.

Julie Marie (Bays) Bryant-age 54 of Knoxville passed away Monday, February 26, 2018 Physicians Regional Medical Center. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by parents, Esco and Betty Bays; sisters, Sherry, Laura and Becky; great-grandmother, Patsy Louise Harper

James Grubb “Jimmy” Shumate-age 79 of Maynardville passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at his home. He was born February 6, 1939 in Union County. Preceded in death by parents, James A. and Oma Grubb Shumate; infant brother, George Shumate.
James was a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University and the University of Tennessee with degrees in Physics, Environment and Mathematics and also held a teaching certificate. He was a retired school teacher with Union County Schools.

He is survived by several cousins.

Kenneth E. Tharp-age 70 of Powder Springs, born March 23, 1947 passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by parents, Rosco Tharp and Reba Merritt; brothers, Ralph Tharp, J. L. and Swan Tharp, Sammy Merritt; sisters, Zola Perry and Susie Kitts.

Survived by nephew, Ivan Capps and wife, Marilyn along with a host of other family and friends.

Mary Ann Sanders, 78, of Knoxville, took Jesus’ hand Tuesday evening, February 27, 2018, and passed peacefully from this life after a brief illness. She was born a coal miners daughter in Honaker, VA, March 23, 1939. She was a devoted wife, telling her husband of 62 years, George Clark Sanders, she would love him always, on her last day. My dad said she was the prettiest girl he ever met. They married with little, starting a family on the GI Bill and figuring out things as they went.

Paul George Kenyon, Sr., age 76, of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly of Toledo, Ohio, passed away February 27, 2018 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was a veteran who served in the United States Navy. Preceded in death by parents George and Mabel Kenyon. Survived by sons Danny and P.J. Kenyon, daughter Kimmi Kenyon, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Announcement will be made by Mynatt Funeral Home in Fountain City. Please leave online condolences at mynattfh.com

June Bailey Hill-age 86 of Knoxville passed away suddenly Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Fort Sander’s Regional Medical Center. June was a member of New Start Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Hollis Hill; son, Brian Hill; parents, James and Pearl (Nicley) Bailey; sister, Elsie Thomas; brothers, Elmer and Austin Bailey.

Survivors: Daughter, Tammy Hill; sisters, Barbara Ingle and Jama Webb, all of Knoxville; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Mark Goan, age 65, passed away on February 22, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, John and Carolyn Goan. He was an H-VAC Tech at McGee Tyson Air Base.

Mary Louise Pack was born in Knoxville, TN on July 30th, 1926 and GOD called her home Sunday February 25th, 2018. Louise was a dedicated wife mother and a faithful member of former Euclid Avenue Baptist Church now known as the Shepherd of the Hills Baptist Church. A woman of many talents, she loved all her children and grandchildren and was a willing servant of GOD. Louise loved her Lord and Savior and was a student of the Bible. All who knew her were blessed by her giving and loving spirit.

Lon Tipton Standifer-age 84 of Washburn passed away 4:30 P.M. Sunday, February 25, 2018 at his home. He was a member of Central View American Christian Church. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Susan Standifer; first wife, Ethel Standifer; brother, Joe Standifer; sisters, Jean McNeil, Lucille Booker; son-in-law, Gary Davis and three brothers-in-law.