James Robert Lee Fraley-age 38 of Maynardville, born June 27th 1980, passed away peacefully on May 21st 2019 with family by his side. Proceeded in death by maternal grandparents; James Reed & Ola Robertson. Paternal grandparents; Robert Fraley & Darlene Fraley.
Jerry Wayne Beeler – age 68 of Maynardville, was born July 15, 1950 and went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 2:23 a.m. He was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church. Jerry worked for Trantanella Construction Company for 35 years. He was a farmer and was loved by many everywhere.
Evan Thomas Richey, age 18, passed away on May 17, 2019 after a year-long battle with osteosarcoma. Evan was born on November 16, 2000. He showed us what a true superhero really is, as he demonstrated amazing courage, bravery and strength during his battle. His thoughtfulness and kindness even in the face of an insurmountable nemesis, called cancer showed us all what a truly remarkable young man he was. We will never forget his kind and caring heart, and we honor his legacy by never forgetting this brave young man.
Jewel Irene (Wolfenbarger) Lacy, born May 23, 1943, peacefully and graciously went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, May 18, 2019. Jewel has lived in this community her entire life. She was a graduate of Rule High School, a member of Norwood Baptist Church, and an employee with H &R Block for many years. Her passions throughout the years have included; election volunteer, serving in her church and participating in a bowling league every Tuesday morning. She has left a path of many friendships and she will be dearly missed.
Daniel “Scott” Anderson – age 50 of Corryton, originally of Greenville, Texas, passed away Friday, May 17, 2019 at his home surrounded by wife, his precious boys, family members and friends. He was a member of Corryton Church.
Amanda Lee Daniels, age 41, passed away at 8:30am on Thursday, May 16, 2019.
Amanda was born in Knoxville on December 2, 1977 in Knoxville. She was a home health care provider at L&L Sweet Home Care. Amanda was full of life and the room would light up when she walked in. She had a contagious smile and you couldn’t help but love her. Amanda had a very forgiving heart and never held a grudge.
She is preceded in death by her husband Josh Daniels.
Marie Elizabeth Holt – age 80, was born on March 29, 1939 and passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Rosa Holt; husband of 32 years, Leon Holt; daughter, Kathy McDaniels; and eight siblings. Marie is survived by her daughter, Jeannie (Harold) Ray; son, Lee (Marie) Holt; nine grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren; brother, Bruce Holt, and special friend, Dennis Lovell.
Anderson Nicely-age 78 of Luttrell took his Heavenly flight home Tuesday, May 14, 2019. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Nicely; daughter, Tammie Ray; parents, Mitchell and Lenore Nicley; brother, Eugene Nicley and sister, Margie Nicley.
Don Keith Bridges – 84 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully at home Monday, May 13, 2019. A member of First Baptist Church of Maynardville, an active member of Kerbela Shriners, Union County Shrine Club, Clinch Valley Chapter #369 OES, Past Master of J. C. Baker Lodge #720 and employee of TDOT for 45 years.
Fredrick (Pete) Chadwell-age 81 of Maynardville passed away Monday, May 13, 2019 after a long illness. He passed away peacefully at his home with family and friends at his side. He was of the Baptist faith. Pete was a member of J. C. Baker Lodge #720 F. & A.M. and The Kerbela Shrine. Pete was instrumental in bringing the Optimist Club to Union County, former owner of Chadwell Brothers Meat Company, Hickory Valley Meat Company and was the owner of the original Pete’s Place Restaurant in Union County. He was very much loved by many. Preceded in death by father, Vernon O.
Berry, Wilma McQueen, 70, died Sunday the 12th of May at home in Knoxville. She was preceded in death by her parents William McQueen Cureton and Martha Haun Cureton. She as a young girl attended Miss Claudette's Riley Baton School and graduated from Smithwood Elementary School. She then attended and graduated from Knoxville Central High School in 1967. She was in chorus at Central. She then worked at Miller's Department Store and also Hess's. She joined Kirkwood Presbyterian Church in Burlington as a young lady.
Lawrence Franklin Webb, Sr. – age 68 of Maynardville, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 12, 2019. He was of the Baptist faith. Lawrence was a Marine Veteran and served in the Vietnam War.
Charlie Elisha Seal-age 73 of Maynardville, Tennessee went to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 11, 2019 at North Knoxville Medical Center. He was a member of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church in West Friendship, Maryland. Charlie was born April 7, 1946 in Sneedville, Tennessee. He grew up in Damascus, Maryland, the son of the late Henry and Pearl (Mathis) Seal. Also preceded in death by daughter, Patricia Seal; sisters, Cordie Lee Barnard, Dorothy Halterman and Vella Beall; brothers, Mack Henry Seal.
Glenn Jones, age 76, passed away May 13, 2019. He was a member of Clear Springs Baptist Church. He was an iron worker and set structural steel. He was the first to say “let me help”. He volunteered at the Fountain City Ministry Center. Glenn loved his children and grandchildren dearly and there wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for them. He is preceded in death by parents John & Verdie Jones and brother Charles Jones.
Johnny Ray King Sr., 71 of Knoxville passed away Friday, May 10, 2019. Johnny brightened everyone’s day and was loved by everyone who knew him. He was the hardest working and most dependable man; he took care of everything for everyone. He was stubborn as the day was long. Preceded in death by parents John C. King & Vernon Pauline Dotson King and Brother Clifton King. Survived by children Jonya (Bryan) Coffey, Bubby, Jessica (Bobby) McClain and Shane Sealy; several brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Jordyn Hope Parker-age 23 of New Tazewell went to be with the Lord, Monday, May 6, 2019 at her home. She attended Claiborne County High School and was an avid fan of the University of Tennessee football team. Preceded in death father, Michael Parker; brother, Jared Parker; grandparents, Roscoe and Barbara Hooper.
Harold Eugene Hundley, born on October 17, 1959, passed in peace on May 7, 2019 at Vanderbilt Hospital after a short but devastating illness. Harold was the most honest, sincere and dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He took care of everyone but himself and was truly selfless. He was a good friend and partner to his loving wife Beverly. Harold was an excellent cook and made delicious gravy. One of his greatest joys was spending time with his grandchildren. He worked for the Kendall Group as a buyer in electrical distribution for over forty years.
Katherine Juanita “Nene” (Hickman) Hutchison, age 95 of Corryton, passed away on May 7, 2019. She retired from Knox County Food Service, Gibbs High School and Gibbs Elementary School. She was the oldest member of Fairview Baptist Church in Corryton. Preceded in death by her husband, Leroy M. Hutchison (Veteran WW2), parents Ira and Edna Hickman, brothers Bill, Donald, Charles and Lynn. Survived by her children, Terry Hutchison, Donna Spino (Ken), Leisa Hutchison, brother Vaughn Hickman, 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
On May 4, 2019, Corey Douglas Turner-age 26 of Knoxville was called home to rest with his mother. He will be remembered by how care free he lived life, his smile, and a personality that could brighten anyone's day. Corey is proceeded in death by mother, Angela Turner; grandparents, Ruben and Ellen Turner; daughters’ mother, Amariyuana Carter-Ash.
Linda Ruth Hobbs Smith, age 62, passed away May 7, 2019. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and companion. She was of Baptist faith. She loved bluegrass music, cooking on Rusty’s Chuckwagon and spending time at toy and comic book conventions. She will be missed by so many. She is preceded in death by parents Edward & Edna Hobbs and brother Johnny Hobbs. Survived by husband of 47 years, James “Jim” Smith, son Gabe Smith, granddaughter Zoe Baker, brother Mark Hobbs, sister Kathy Hobbs and a host of loving nieces & nephews.