John Richard Maples-age 54 of Maynardville, formerly of Knoxville passed away suddenly Thursday evening, August 4, 2022 at his home. He was preceded in death by father, David Kent Maples; brother, David Maples.
Survivors: wife of 28 years, Yelonda Maples; son, Kevin Maples; step-son, C. Daniel Presnell; daughter, Tiffany Elizabeth Maples; mother and step-father, Lynn and Tom Cobble; sisters, Cheryl Roper, Anita Watts. Ten grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Roger L. Cooper – age 71 of Maynardville went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 2, 2022, after a battle with respiratory issues. He had a strong faith in God.
Roger Allan Collins of Washburn, passed away peacefully at home Friday, July 29, 2022, at the age of 66, surrounded by his family.
He was a long-time employee of Union Parts and Equipment of Maynardville, TN. Gray and Sons of Rutledge, TN and Self employed as a tractor mechanic for 20+ years. He attended church at Clinch Valley American Christian Church.
Charles William “Chuck” Stevens-age 54 of Maynardville passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022 at The Waters of Clinton. He was born March 1, 1968 the son of the late Charles and Brenda (Anderson) Geams. He was a graduate of Gibbs High School, Class of 1987. Upon graduation, Chuck enlisted in the U. S. Navy and served in the Persian Gulf. Also preceded in death by son, Josh Faust who died July 21, 2018; great-grandparents who raised Chuck, Oscar and Ethel Nicely; grandparents, James and Flossie (Nicely) Anderson.
Winfred Trula “Pike” Edwards-age 85 of Andersonville passed away Thursday morning, July 28, 2022 at Willow Ridge Center. She was a member of Byram’s Fork Baptist Church and attended Raccoon Valley Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by husband, Gary Joel Edwards, Sr.; parents, Oda and Gertie Grace (Ridenour) Pike; brothers, Bradford Pike, Hillard Pike, Lillard Pike, Hushell Pike, Kenneth Pike; sisters, Dolfie Poore and Eva Pike.
Laura Jane Johnson – age 72 of Harrogate, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Tuesday morning July 26, 2022. She was saved at a young age and was a member of Shawanee Baptist Church. Laura was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to all she knew.
Billy R. Hodge, 78 of Maynardville, left this earth on July 24th, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones. Billy was the son of the late Bill and Martha Hodge and the 3rd born to them of 9 children. He was born in Maynardville on September 21, 1943 and would remain in Maynardville his entire life. He married his loving wife Claudia (Davis) Hodge in 1962. Billy was the perfect image of the American Dream, showing how hard work and determination do pay off. He opened Hodge Manufacturing in 1976, and ran this family owned and operated business for 30 years.
Donny Ray “Herb” Bailey – age 59 of Luttrell, went home to be with his Heavenly Father, July 25, 2022, peacefully at home. He was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church.
Carolyn F. Bailey – age 74 of Luttrell, passed away July 24, 2022 at her home. She attended Sevier Heights Baptist Church. Carolyn was a 1965 graduate of Horace Maynard High School. She will be remembered for her witty, outgoing personality. Carolyn worked alongside her husband and son at Bailey Heating and Air for 48 years and her own business Cakes by Carolyn for 30 years. She retired from Union County Highway Department in 2013. She enjoyed travelling and entertaining family and friends at her home.
David Lee Brown-age 58 of Luttrell passed away Sunday morning, July 24, 2022 at his home. He was a member of Willow Springs Baptist Church. David was a retired brick mason. Preceded in death by his wife, Sonja Denise (Ridenour) Brown; parents, Charles Edward Brown, Jr. and Inez (Tharp) Brown.
Survivors: sisters, Donna Ridenour and husband, Ronnie Ridenour; Deborah Thorpe and husband, Scott; brother, Duane Brown and wife, Tara, all of Luttrell; five nieces and nephews.
In memory of Eddie Lynn (Mad Dog) Henderson-age 77, of Knoxville passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. He will be missed by all his family and friends. Preceded in death by mother, Dorothy and his father, Winfred Henderson.
Survivors: son, Anthony (Tony) Henderson; grandson, Anthony Lynn Henderson and wife, Whitney; great-grandsons, Sawyer, Waylon, Silas and Mason Henderson.
The body will be cremated and no services are planned. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Dail Caughorn-age 70 of Maynardville passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. Dail was the last surviving child of a family of 12 children born to James and Marie (Roberts) Caughorn. Preceded in death by parents; six sisters, Thelma Covington, Wanda Wompler, Bonnie Heiskell, Gail Abbott, Judy Gattis, Laura Jane Long; five brothers, Leonard Caughorn, Troy Caughorn, Roy Caughorn, Bruce Caughorn and Herman Lucas Caughorn.
Wanda Lynn Ervin - age 71 of Maynardville, passed away July 21, 2022 at Fort Sanders Regional in Knoxville. She was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by parents, Hoover and Mary Nicley Kiser. Wanda is survived by son, Herbert “Huck” (Sherrie) Ervin; granddaughter, Chelsea Ervin; brothers, Bill (Micky) Nicley and Ken (Connie) Nicley; sisters, Sue (Fred) Yadon, Mick Kitts and Debbie (Doug) Atkins; and several nieces and nephews.
Robert Garry Baldwin-age 71 of Maynardville passed away Thursday morning, July 21, 2022 at his home. He was a retired building inspector for Broward County, Florida.
Survivors: sons, Bobby Baldwin and Tiffany Deguio; Eric Baldwin; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Brother, Carl Baldwin; sisters, Judy Thomas, Alice Coburn and Libby. Several nieces and nephews.
The body will be cremated. A gathering of family and friends will be announced later.
Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Thelma Bryant Beeler-age 84 of Corryton passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 12, 1937 in Luttrell. She was a retired employee of Levi Strauss. She was a member of Willow Springs Baptist Church and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She loved cooking and baking for people. She truly loved her family and the Lord.
Matthew Allen Butcher, II-age 24 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Friday morning, July 15, 2022. He was a much-loved employee of McDonald’s in Maynardville. He was a loving son, brother, grandson, uncle and friend who always had a smile on his face and wanted everyone to be happy. Preceded in death by father, Matthew Allen Butcher.
Bobbie Jean (Williams) Hollaway-age 77 of Maynardville passed away Friday, July 15, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. Bobbie was a kind soul who opened her home to those in need and helped others in any way she could. She was a member of Taylor’s Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Troy Lee (Dobbin) Hollaway, parents, Paris and Velma (Hopper) Williams; mother-in-law, Esther Hollaway; brother-in-law, James McCubbins; brother-in-law, Bobby Keck; sister-in-law, Patricia (Duncan) Williams; sister-in-law, Betty Monroe; brother-in-law, Buddy Hollaway.
Steven Ray Jackson, age 72, of Jeffersonville Indiana, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022, at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh PA, with his wife by his side.
Mr Jackson is survived by his wife of 50 years, Charlene Jackson; Sons Steven Ray Jackson Jr (and wife Jamie) and Lonas Edward Jackson (and wife Eryn); Grandsons Christopher Alexander Jackson (and wife Dayne), Nicholas Andrew Jackson, and Lochlan Asher Hayes Jackson; Granddaughter Kinley Nicole Jackson; Sister Nancy Galvin; and Brother Cas Smith.
Tommy Dale Foust-age 60 of Maynardville passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022 at his home Surrounded by his family and friends. He was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by his four Angel grandbabies.
Jeffery Allen Walker-age 59 of Sharps Chapel went to be with the Lord Thursday, July 14, 2022 at his home. He passed away with a smile on his face. He was a member and Deacon of Taylor’s Grove Missionary Baptist Church and was an employee of Kenworth of Knoxville, Body Shop Department. Jeff was a very loving husband, father and friend who was dedicated to his church. Preceded in death by grandparents, Ray and Ruth Drummonds; mother, Janice Beason; step-mother, Darlene Walker; mother-in-law, Ruth England; brother-in-law, J. Will “Bub” England.
Peggy Gale (Haynes) Warwick, age 96 of Maynardville, went home to be with the Lord Friday, July 15, 2022. She was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church. Peggy enjoyed her hobbies and travel.
Fred Lee “Bubba” McHaffie, Jr. – age 47 of Powell, passed away suddenly July 9, 2022 at home.
He is preceded in death by mother, Dorothy Sanders, step father, Harold Sanders; nephew, Randy Sands. Fred is survived by son, Fred Lee McHaffie, III; three grandchildren; father, Fred McHaffie, Sr.; sisters, Debbie McHaffie, Faye Sands, Fredda McHaffie and Donna Beason; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
Gertie Sue Nicley – age 77 of Washburn, passed away peacefully at home July 12, 2022.