Rita J. Poteet – age 91 of Maynardville, went to her Heavenly Home on September 9, 2026. She was a member of St. Teresa’s of Kolkata Church. Rita retired from a career in Civilian Personnel at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan. Rita enjoyed hobbies of quilting, stain glass, crafting and an occasional casino visit.

Eddie Gene Wallace-age 73 of Maynardville passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at his home. Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Reuben and Cleo Wallace; daughter, Tiffany Dailey; infant siblings, Ralph and Mary Lou; sisters, Dorothy, Betty, Evelyn and Peggy; brothers, Rex, Junior and Johnny.

Herbert Harrell Jr., 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his close family.

Herbert was a talented and hardworking man who could fix just about anything. He was a skilled welder and craftsman who took great pride in working with his hands and creating things from scratch. One of his favorite pastimes was making fishing plugs, a craft he truly enjoyed and took great pride in. His creativity, knowledge, and ability to make or repair almost anything will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Patricia Sue “Patsy” Simmons-age 88 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at her home. She was a member of Pennington Chapel Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1956. Patsy retired from the Union County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. She loved being with family and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Sarah Hopson; infant baby, Patti Jill; brothers, Herbert and Howard Hopson; several aunts, nephews and nieces.

Harry Lyle Dyke-age 72 of Sharps Chapel went to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Preceded in death by his parents, Fate and France Dyke.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie Dyke; sons, Tobby Johnson (Tracy) Geames), Cory Dyke (Amanda Dyke); daughter, Cindy Dyke; brother, Ricky Dyke (Betty Dyke); sisters, Mildred Dyke, Verna Dyke; grandchildren, Devin Johnson, Ethan McKnight (Chloe Rose), Cole and Austin Nicley; great grandchildren, Ryland and Dallas McKnight.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Sonny Joe Sexton-age 71 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Monday, August 31, 2026. He enjoyed building cars. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and June Sexton; brothers, Larry Sexton, Jimmy Sexton, Bobby Sexton; sister, Connie Williams.

He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Sexton; brother, Donnie Sexton (Sue); sister, Holly Simmons (Mike); sisters-in-law, Sissie Sexton, Judy Sexton.

Evette Urynia Patrick-age 55 of Corryton passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church, Corryton. She was a very sweet individual. When she was young, she loved playing outside and loved nature. She was very artistic and loved drawing and coloring. Preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Urynia (Wolfenbarger) Patrick; special cousin, Henry “Tommy” Buckner, Jr.

Helen Pearl Foster – age 89 of Andersonville, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, August 27, 2026. She was saved as a young girl at Byram’s Fork Baptist Church. Helen was a member of Hines Creek Baptist Church. She loved to tell stories, music and laughter. Helen had a big heart for any small creature, especially her little dog, Roxy. She will be deeply missed and her many stories will be cherished forever.

Ray Von Malone, age 85, of Maynardville, passed away on August 27, 2026. He was born on April 17, 1941, and graduated from Horace Maynard High School in 1959. He was a member and Trustee of Alder Springs Missionary Baptist Church. He served four years in the United States Navy and worked for Alcoa Aluminum Company for 36 years. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge for 60 years. In his free time, Ray enjoyed wood carving and reading.

William “Will” Boyd Harrell, age 38 of Sharps Chapel Tennessee, gained his wings one day between the dates of June 23, 2025, and August 10, 2026. Left to mourn his passing are his parents, Florence Elizabeth (Libby) O’Brien of Sharps Chapel, Tennessee and T.J. Harrell of New Tazewell, Tennessee; also, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Preceding William in death is his brother, Thomas John Harrell; grandparents, Sillus and Mattie (Ray) Masingo, Harvey (Jr) and Linda (Sharp) Harrell; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Richard Kent Haggard-age 32 of New Market passed away suddenly, Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his home. He was a bright, happy person whom everyone loved. Richard was a kind and caring person. He always touched everyone’s hearts. He was a great Dad and a wonderful man with a bright, funny, beautiful, caring soul. He brought love, life and laughter to everyone who knew him, as well as those he met. He would give anyone the shirt off his back, if they needed it. He loved everyone with his whole heart. A beautiful and loving soul gone too soon.

Lora Ann (Blevins) Wynn, age 63 of Maynardville TN passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026, at home following a short illness. She is proceeded in death by parents, Green and Sue (Blevins) DeVault; brother, Christopher Blevins; nephew, Ethan Blevins.

Wayne Franklin Smith- age 70 of Luttrell passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026. He was born on November 6, 1955, in Greenville, Tennessee and lived most of his life in Knoxville and the surrounding area. Wayne will be remembered and cherished by his family and friends for the life he shared with them and the memories he leaves behind. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mark and Audrey Smith; brothers, Earnie, Robert “Bronson”, Lynn, Randell, Reed, and Charles Smith; grandson, Austin Jones; son-in-law, Ronald Stanley.

Myrel Lee Dykes-age 100 of Sharps Chapel went to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at her home. She was the oldest member of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, Sharps Chapel and she was a retired employee of Halls Walmart as a door greeter. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Aylor Dykes.

Lynn Cobble-age 78 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Sunday, August 16, 2026, at her home with her family at her side. She was a member of New Start Baptist Church, Maynardville. She was born January 23, 1948, in Port St. Joe, Florida, to Charles and Pearl Mary (Graham) Marlow. Preceded in death by her daughter, Anita Watts; sons, David Maples, John Maples and three brothers.

Steven Scott Smolinsky-age 77 of Tazewell passed away Friday morning, August 14, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was a retired employee of Claiborne County Hospital. Preceded in death by his parents, Steven and JoAnn Smolinsky.

Sharon D. Cook-Collins-age 71 of Sharps Chapel passed away Wednesday morning, August 12, 2026 at her home. Sharon was a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1972. She attended Walters State Community College and received her nursing license. She had a great love for animals, especially her cats. Over the years, she made several donations to the humane society. Her hobbies included reading and photography. Preceded in death by her parents, Walter O. and Olta Jean (Maples) Cook; several aunts and uncles; special cousins, Mike Damewood and Rhonda Bridges.

Franz Geoffrey Tubens-age 88 of Kennesaw, Georgia passed away Monday, August 10, 2026, in Athens, Tennessee.

Interment 1 PM Friday, August 14, 2026, at Narrow Ridge Cemetery, Washburn. Family and friends will meet at 12 PM Friday at the funeral home to go with the funeral procession. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Irma Ruth Pallan-age 85 of Morristown passed peacefully surrounded by family on the morning of Sunday, August 9, 2026. She was born in Knoxville on August 27, 1940, and graduated from Halls High School in 1959. Irma Ruth was proud of her career as an X-Ray and Ultrasound Technologist. Her work took her to many states, and in retirement she spent time traveling the world. Irma Ruth lived in Alaska for nearly 30 years before moving back to East Tennessee three years ago.

Darrell Roger Nicley-age 76 of Luttrell went to be with the Lord Sunday, August 2, 2026. He enjoyed horseback riding, fishing, chicken fighting but most of all spending time with his grandkids. Preceded in death by his daughter, Claudia Nicley Davis; parents, James and Lenore Nicley; brothers, Eugene Nicley and Anderson Nicley.