Donnie Sharp Boles – age 73 of Andersonville, passed away peacefully at his home, Friday, February 27, 2026. He shared his testimony with everyone.

Danny Robert Savage-age 72 of Luttrell passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the Willow Ridge Center, Maynardville. He was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Minnie Savage; sisters, Bonnie Ruth Yadon, Helen McBee, Judy Coffey; brothers, Delmer Savage, Wayne Savage, Clifford Savage, Jr.

He is survived by his sisters, Mary Bailey, Wandella Kitts and her husband, W.R. Kitts; brother, Michael Savage and several nieces and nephews.

Lee Roy Oglesby-age 84 of Maynardville, formerly of South Knoxville, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the home of his niece/caregiver, Judy Beason. He enjoyed fishing and retired from the City of Knoxville. Preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Esther Oglesby; brothers, J.C. Oglesby, Howard Oglesby, Billy Joe Oglesby; sisters, Ruth Hensley, Dorothy Fagg, June Hurst.

Donna Wilmoth-age 66 of Washburn, born September 24, 1959, passed away, Thursday, February 26, 2026, peacefully at her home with her loved ones by her side. She was a member of Elm Springs Baptist Church, Washburn. Preceded in death by her first husband, Glenn Jordan; parents, Rev. Billy and Bonnie Needham; grandparents, Basil and Mossie Needham, Fate and Lenore Smith; grandsons, Daniel Jordan and Bentley Williams; sisters-in-law, Charolette Needham, Stephanie Needham.

John Douglas Reihl-age 78 of Knoxville passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was a United States Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War. He is preceded in death by his brother, Joseph Francis Reihl.

Cremation is planned with interment at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery on John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville.

Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Dennis Paul-age 78 of Maynardville went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Dennis was sweet spirited and loved everyone. He enjoyed laughing and joking with his family. He had a soft spot in his heart for animals, often taking care of stray dogs and cats. Preceded in death by his parents, David and Cecil Paul; brothers, JB Paul, Ben Paul, Charles Paul, Bobby Paul, Herbert Paul, James Estel Paul and Stanley Paul; sister, Ruby Moody.

He is survived by one sister, Dolly Buckner, Kokomo, Indiana along with nieces and nephews.

Bill Eugene Evans - age 82 of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully at home with his family on February 22, 2026. He is a member of Carter Road Missionary Baptist Church. In our eyes there was no better Dad. We were blessed to have him; he never failed to tell us to say our prayers every night before we went to sleep. He will be truly missed.

Ermil Flatford – 78 of Andersonville, passed away February 22, 2026 at Rocky Top Care Center in Rocky Top, Tennessee. He was of the Baptist faith.

He is preceded in death by parents, Otis and Lucille (Burgin) Flatford; brothers, Brownie, Hubert, Clifford, Paul, Walter and Lester; sisters, Effie, Edith and Zelda. Ermil is survived by son, Chris (Kristy) Flatford; grandchildren, Savannah (Jake) Munsey and Hannah and Leah Flatford; and great grandchildren, Brinnley and Layne Munsey.

Melissa “Lisa” Darlene Washam-age 65 of Luttrell went home to be with the Lord Sunday, February 22, 2026. She was a member of the Lighthouse Church, Luttrell. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Roger Washam; parents, Jack and Lillie McAnally; brother, Roy Lee McAnally; brother-in-law, Gary Wood.

She is survived by her grandson, Tyler (Brookelyn) Washam; great granddaughter, who she loved more than anything, Addilyn “Addi” Washam; sisters, Janice Wood, Kelly (Dale) Williams; sister-in-law, Kathy McAnally and several nieces and nephews.

Tony Daniel Carroll-age 47 of New Tazewell passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by his father, Roger Carroll; sister, Tina Farmer.

He is survived by his mother, Charlotte Carroll; sisters, Traci and husband, Tim Brooks, Teresa and husband, Rick Brooks; brothers, Terry and Jennifer Carroll, Todd and Amy Carroll; special aunt and uncle, Donna and Johnny Bottoms and several nieces and nephews.

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

Rev. Earl D. Russell-age 72 of Luttrell went to be with the Lord, Thursday, February 19, 2026. He was a man’s man but most important he was a man of Jesus. He loved his grandkids dearly. He was the last one of the best finish carpenters around. He had two wonderful daughters and wonderful son-in-law and ex son-in-law. Preceded in death by his mother, Francine Russell; father, Curtis Russell; brothers and sisters, Wanda, Linda, Wayne, Arnold.

Jenny Gail (Anderson) Brown-age 74 of Luttrell, born February 8, 1952, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026. She was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Frank and Mildred Anderson; grandsons, Brice Chandler, Noah Norton, Dalton Kitts; sisters, Ella Mae Roberts, Johnie McCurry, Sheryl Tyson; brothers, Paul Anderson, Bobby Anderson, Lynn Anderson.

She is survived by her children, Christopher Brown, Amanda Kitts; brothers, Jeryle Anderson, Jimmy (Micky) Anderson; sisters, Laverne Bates, Meryle Kitts, Beverly Bailey and several nieces and nephews.

Margaret L. Adkins “Lynn” - age 79 of Maynardville, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at her home. She was a member of Alder Springs Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by husband, Keith Adkins; parents, Wiliam R. and Ora Widner; and brother-in-law, Donald Jenes. Lynn is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Carrie and James Johnson; grandsons, Bryson and James; granddaughters, Lindsey and Addie; brother, Stephen (Millie) Widner; sisters, Claudia ‘Katie” Jenes and Jody (Wayne) Henderson; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Patsy Barnes-age 81 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord, Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Vanderbilt Medical Center. She was a member of Ailordale Baptist Church. She was an employee of Wal-Mart, Halls. Preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Barnes; brother, Jerry Bailey; foster parents, Bill and Eva Bailey.

Betty Ruth Vandergriff-age 86 of Maynardville, born to Atticus and Rachel Woolard on July 20, 1939, in Union County, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at the home of her daughter in Brookston, Indiana. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Vandergriff, that she married on July 27, 1956; her parents, Atticus and Rachel Woolard; son, Kenneth Vandergriff; daughter, Vicki Dillie.

Barbara Jeanne Walters Seymour-age 85 of Luttrell went to be with the Lord Sunday evening, February 15, 2026, at Claiborne Medical Center. She was of the Baptist faith and a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1959. Barbara was a retired employee of Patterson Brothers Trucking and enjoyed her time serving with the Union County Chamber of Commerce. Preceded in death by daughter, Karen Renee Seymour; parents, Tom and Beulah (Gose) Walters; husband, Walter Seymour.

Thomas "Tom" Murrell Sr. age 65, of South Knoxville passed away February 13th,2026, at his home. He is preceded in death by wife, Robin Murrell and father, Blandford Murrell Sr.

Survived by mother, Shirley Murrell; siblings Blandford "Skip" Murrell Jr. (Cathryn), Anne Hankins (Hoyle) and Kathryn Zechman; daughter, Ashley Earle (Josh) and son, Thomas "TJ" Murrell Jr. (Morgan); grandchildren, Caden, Riley, and Noel; several nieces and nephews; special friends Anna Emory, Frank Ward and his faithful companion Bear Dog.

Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Karl Alan Naglitch-age 72 of Luttrell passed away suddenly Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at his home. He was a retired machinist with Tru-Skills Machining, Oak Ridge with 25 years of service. Preceded in death by son, Benjamin Naglitch; granddaughter, Ava Naglitch; parents, Charles and Amelia Naglitch; sister, Janice Johnson.

Survivors: wife, Shelly Naglitch; children, Karl Naglitch, Jr. and wife, Holly; Rachel Sharp and husband, Andy; Philip Naglitch and wife, Kailee. Ten grandchildren, four Great-Grandchildren. Two nieces, Sherri Coleman and Sheryl Johnson.

Glenda Mynatt-age 68 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Monday morning, February 9, 2026, at her home. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1976. Preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Dora (Munsey) Crawford; sister, Joeanne Roegelein; brothers, Wayne Crawford, Judson Crawford, Troy Crawford.

Chester Butler – age 84 of Union County, Tennessee, passed after an extended battle with pancreatic cancer on February 7, 2026.

He is preceded in death by infant daughter, Kimberly. Chester is survived by wife, Frances; sons, John (Leanne) and Jay; grandchildren, Justin (Kelsey), Jordyn and Autumn; great granddaughter, Charlotte; brother, Daniel (Sandra); and many extended family members and friends, including very special in-laws.