Josie Chesney-age 94 of Luttrell passed away peacefully Monday, May 16, 2022 at home with her family. She was a member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Elbert and Easter Hammock; husband, Richard “Dick” Chesney; daughter-in-law, Vivian Chesney; sisters, Christine Wallace and Esteen Hammock.
Dorothy Sanders – age 79 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 14, 2022 surrounded by her family.
She is preceded by husband, Harold Sanders; parents, Edward and Elizabeth (Rogers) Cooper; brothers, Andrew, Jack and Dennis Cooper: and grandson, Randall Sands. Dorothy is survived by former husband, Fred McHaffie; daughters, Debra McHaffie, Faye Sands, Fredda McHaffie and Donna Beason; son, Fred McHaffie, Jr.; five grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.
Dulcie Renee Gunter-age 52 of Sharps Chapel passed away suddenly Tuesday, May 10, 2022 in North Carolina.
Survivors: son, Marty Rogers of Maryville; daughter, Kenzie Lou Rogers of Maryville. Parents, Ed and Delores Warren of Sharps Chapel; siblings, Billy and Lorrie Lacy; Sheila Warren Honer; Wendy Warren; Tony Warren; Mark and Linda Warren; Troy Warren; Eddie Warren; April and Rob Miracle. Several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Louise Needham Phipps-age 90 of Powder Springs passed away peacefully Monday morning, May 9, 2022 at the home of her son. She was a member of Johnson’s Chapel Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Earl and Martha Needham; husband, Charles Phipps; son, Larry Phipps.
Randy Edward Blankenship-age 64 of Washburn, born March 27, 1958 passed away suddenly Thursday, May 5, 2022. He was a Christian and was of the Baptist faith. Retired employee of Carmeuse Lime and Stone (Luttrell Operation). He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Preceded in death by father, Coy Blankenship; nephew, Dennis Dalton; grandparents, Ernest and Ida Blankenship; Vaughn and Ida Mae Wolfenbarger.
Elmer Warren Seymour, Jr.-age 61 of Corryton passed away Tuesday morning, May 3, 2022 at U. T. Medical Center. He was born May 7, 1960 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. He was a member of Comforter in Christ Church. He loved everyone unconditionally and everyone loved him. He was preceded in death by wife, Annette Seymour; parents, Elmer Warren, Sr. and Martha Seymour; brother, Timothy Seymour.
Karen Darlene Booker-age 66 of Luttrell passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at her home after a hard and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by all her family. Karen was of the Baptist faith and a member of Willow Springs Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Lucille Loop; nephew, Shane Smith.
Tony Ray Odom – age 57 of Maynardville, passed away unexpectedly into the arms of the Lord May 2, 2022. He died as he lived, everyone’s friend. He lived life large and rarely in moderation. Tony had an amazing sense of humor, his wit was razor sharp. He wanted to keep everyone laughing. His bigger than life personality made everyone feel welcome. Tony loved fiercely and deeply. We take comfort in knowing that Tony is at peace and surrounded by Jesus’s love.
Richard Livesay, 63 of Maynardville, laid down his working tools to be with the Lord on April 27, 2022. He was a member of Circle Assembly of God and an ordained minister of the Gospel. Richard was a member of J. C. Baker Lodge #720 and a Shriner at Kerbela Temple and in the Go Kart Unit. He was the owner of Livesay Electric, Inc. and in 2011 stepped up to the position of Chief Electrical Inspector of Hamilton County, TN. Richard enjoyed classic rock, guitars and old cars. He was a loving father, grandfather, devoted husband and a patient and kindhearted man.
Jorene (Trimble) Lively – age 88 of Heiskell, went home to be with the Lord peacefully April 26, 2022 at her home in Union County, Tennessee. She was formerly from Baxter County, Arkansas. She was born in Advance, Arkansas on June 13, 1933.
Barry D. Evans (“Poppy”) 69 years old of Knoxville, passed away at his home on April 26, 2022, after a hard fought battle against a rare brain disease. Barry was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, son and friend. He had been an active member of Cokesbury United Methodist Church for 33 years. Barry graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1977 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. He was employed at Tennessee Valley Authority for 10 years before starting his own business which he owned for 32 years.
Henry Curtis Atkins – 90 of Washburn, was born May 6, 1931 and passed away April 24, 2022 at Morristown Hamblen Hospital. He was a member of Emory Pike American Christian Church.
Edward Graves, Jr.-age 78 of Rutledge passed away Friday, April 22, 2022 at his home. He was the son of the late Edward Graves, Sr. and Melba Christine (Harmon) Graves. Preceded in death by brother Vernon Leroy Graves, Sr.
Survivors: children. Kenton Graves and wife, Alicia; Brenda Graves Chesney and husband, Tony; Tim Graves and wife, Jennifer; the mother of his children, Barbara Jean Graves; sister-in-law, Shirley Graves. Numerous grandchildren and special cousins.
Junior Tarr-age 70 of Maynardville passed away Saturday afternoon, April 23, 2022 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. Junior was the grounds keeper at Pittman Field Estates where he lived. He was preceded in death by mother, Velma Clark; father, Norton Devillo Tarr.
Survived by wife of 19 years, Mary Tarr of Maynardville. He also leaves behind other family member and a host of friends.
Edward Clyde Arnwine-age 78 of Harrogate, formerly of Luttrell passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Claiborne Medical Center. He was a member of Luttrell Baptist Church. He served on the City Council of Luttrell and was a past Chief and former Board member of Luttrell Volunteer Fire Department. Preceded in death by parents, Edd and Edna (Helton) Arnwine; wife, Margaret Buckner Arnwine; brothers, Bobby Arnwine, Claude Arnwine.
Carl Curtis Coppock – age 93 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully at home Friday, April 22, 2022. He was a longtime member of Alder Springs Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon for over 60 years. Carl served in the Army during the Korean War and was a lifelong farmer. Carl was active in the Maynardville community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Co-op, being a member of the Union County Historical Society and was a member of the Northern Association of Baptists.
Jerry Neal Fugate-age 64 of Washburn, TN, a native of Haywood County, North Carolina passed away Monday, April 18, 2022 at Parkwest Medical Center with his family by his side. Jerry was the son of the late Ben Jr. and Margaret Louise Fugate. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe David and James Robert; half-brother, Kenneth Fugate; nephew, Aaron Miles Fugate. Jerry was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He retired from his lifelong love of the sawmill work.
Clint (Eddie) Farmer-age 84 of Clinton, TN passed away Monday, April 18, 2022 at Diversicare of Claiborne Nursing Home. He was a veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps and was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by wife, Lulu Farmer; parents, Edgar and Viola (Richardson) Farmer; brothers, Glen, Lee, Ed, Wendall Farmer, his twin brother, Trent Farmer, two infant brothers, Ray and Eugene Farmer; sister, Ruth Weaver.
Clint is survived by several nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Polly Ann (Mallicoat) Buckner-age 83 of Corryton, born September 15, 1938 gained her angel wings Sunday, April 17, 2022 at her home after a long battle with dementia. Polly was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church. Polly loved the Lord. She sang God’s praises most of her life with three lovely ladies: Opal, Cassie and Georgia. Polly always had a loving spirit and smile that could make anyone feel loved. Preceded in death by parents, Enos and Thelma (Goin) Mallicoat; husband, Maurice Buckner; son, Maurice Dale Buckner; sister, Dolly Jones.
Rev. Don Lee Richardson-age 86 of Maynardville, born September 4, 1935 passed away Friday, April 15, 2022 at U. T. Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith. Don was a member and former pastor of Little Valley Baptist Church, Maynardville for many years. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Alma Louella (Buckner) Richardson; parents, Susie (Sexton) and Luther Richardson; brothers, Bill, Smiley and his twin brother, Von Richardson. Mother and father-in-law, Freda Mae and Curtis Buckner; one sister-in-law and three brothers-in-law.