Mrs. Vera Lee Henderson, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Pugh L. Hall, widow of Mr. Frank E. (FE) Henderson, went home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2018 at the age of 92. Survivors: Brothers Edward Hall and Pugh C. Hall; Sisters Mrs. Ahjeuyah Hansard and Mrs. Juanita Gardner; Sister in laws: Ann, Ruth, Betty, Naomi, Doris; Brother in laws: Ted and Eli; Children: Son Delmer L. Henderson (wife Yong); Daughters: Mrs. Rex Sumter (Linda), Mrs. Norman Seal (Alice) and Mrs.

George William "Bill" Ford, born on December 3, 1939, went to be with Jesus on October 24, 2018. Bill was first born son of George Austin Ford and Helen Aline Ford. In 1962 he began ice skating for recreation at Ice Chalet in Knoxville. From 1962-1964 Bill served in the United States Army, stationed in Korea.1965-1975 he worked for Plasti-Line, Inc as a customer service manager (from metal assembly then receiving 1st 5 years). 1965-2011 He was owner, publisher and editor of The Knoxville Independent Newspaper.

Patricia Gail Gray – age 56 of Tucson, Arizona, born June 4, 1962 and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away October 4, 2018. She is a graduate of Gibbs High School Class of 1980 and currently employed at Tucson Medical Main Campus in Tucson Arizona as the Director of Neurology.

Clayton “Butch” Collier – age 69 of Maynardville, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 21, 2018. He was a member of Sevier Heights Baptist Church. Butch was a veteran of the United States Army serving in Vietnam.

Butch is survived by his wife, Laura Collier; son, Erik (Amy) Collier; grandchildren, Madison and Lane Collier; sisters, Terry Collier and Carolyn (Ed) Warwick; brother, Mike Collier; and several nieces and nephews.

Clarence Eric Pack born January 19, 1961 passed away October 21, 2018.

He was preceded in death by mother Florence (Reynolds) Pack father Cuba Pack sister; Linda Rolen Brothers; Cuba Jr., Herman, Robert, Billy, Carl, Howard, Roy, Curtis, and Willard pack.

He is survived by sisters; Mildred Cordy, Dorothy Pack, and Sandra Whitson brothers; Vernon Pack, Donald Pack, and Joseph Pack neice Beverly jeffers and many nephews great nieces; Samantha Pack ,Trinity Jeffers, Serinity Pack, Addison Pack, Isabella Jeffers great nephew Timothy Pack and Landrie Pack.

Glenn Thomas Kitts, age 91, of Knoxville passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018. He Served his County well as a United States Marine during World War II era. He retired from the Knoxville Transit Lines after 52 years. He coached little league at Fountain City Ball Park for ten plus years. Preceded in death by wife Barbara Jean Kitts; Sons Martin Thomas Kitts and Gary Steven Kitts; grandson T.J. Lewis and Chris Turner; parents Arlie and Jessie Kitts; four brothers; and four sisters.

Kenneth “Kenny” David Coffman, age 48 of Luttrell, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2018. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Maynard & Eva Coffman and Millard & Cora Munsey. He is survived by parents Rev. Donnie and Lola Coffman; brothers Ricky (Sharon) Coffman and Donnie (Sherry) Coffman; nieces Kayla (Jamie) Moore and Danielle (Matt) Tindell; nephews Brandon (Miriah) Coffman and Josh (Mary) Coffman; great nephews Brylan, Wesley, Brentley, Hudson, Branson and Bobby; great nieces Ellis and Emersyn. Also survived by uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.

Dewey (Merl) Keck-age 74 of Corryton, born October 18, 1944 passed away Friday, October 19, 2018 at his home. Preceded in death by parents, George and Mary Keck.

Survivors: wife, Joyce Keck; daughters, Robin Carringer; Doris (Greg) Selvidge; grandchildren, Ashley White, Tiffany Grooms; great-grandchild, Brayden Chaney.

Shirley A. Seymour – age 74 of Luttrell, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2018.
She was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church.

Rueben Scott Holloway-age 55 of Luttrell passed away Wednesday night, October 17, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital at North Knoxville Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Bill and Sarah Holloway; wife Darla Holloway; children, Amber, Willie, Erin and Reanna Holloway.

Survived by best friend, Trusty; sisters, Jackie (Jerry) Clapp; Brenda (Tim) Wyrick; brothers, Russell (Mary) Holloway and Paul Holloway; friends, Linda Waggoner and Violet Ward. Special aunts, Brenda Stone, Beulah Hayes, Carolyn Langley and Susie Langley. Several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jason Michael Rhoades
Born in Ft. Dodge Iowa the 13th of May 1973,
Passed unexpectedly the 13th of October 2018.
Preceded in death by both sets of Grandparents.

Catrina Kailynn Maggard-age 18 of Knoxville passed away Saturday morning, October 13, 2018 at U. T. Medical Center as the result of an automobile accident. She was a graduate of Gibbs High School, 2018 Class. She was a loving daughter and friend, full of life and always had a smile on her face. Preceded in death by grandfather, Frank Maggard; great-grandmother, Grace Lynn.

Debra Marlene Lynch
April 26, 1959 – October 2, 2018
Debra Marlene Lynch was born in Detroit, Michigan to Helen and Nolan Graves on April 26, 1959. -Marlene’s parents meant the world to her. Her father, Nolan was her personal hero and her mother, Helen was her measuring stick for how a Christian woman should live. Marlene had one sibling, Keith Graves. She loved her younger brother very much and often spoke of Keith’s big heart.

Lowen “Denver” Foust – age 82 of Maynardville, passed away at his home on October 16, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was a Korean War Veteran and served in the United States Navy. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Maynardville.

Glen Wayne Yadon of Luttrell was born on October 29, 1954 and went to be with Jesus on October 15, 2018 peacefully in his sleep. Glen was a member of Nave Hill Missionary Baptist Church. He loved big! He had a heart of gold, never met a stranger and would help anyone that he could.

Wrildia Blackburn, age 88, went to be with the Lord Saturday, October 13, 2018. She was a member of Roseberry Baptist Church. She was the Christian mother anyone would want. Everyone that met her, loved her, and she loved everyone. She never found fault in people. She will be sorely missed. She is preceded in death by husband John E. Blackburn, mother Roxie Wyrick, father Lon Wyrick, and brothers: Claude, Charles, and Dee Wyrick. Survivors include daughters Karen Sharp and Kimberly Blackburn.

Curtis Lee McCurry – age 79 of Luttrell went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Curtis was a retired employee of the Knox County School System.

Shelby Dwight Huff, 86, entered heaven on October 13. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Margie Satterfield Huff. Also survived by children Dennis Huff, Becky (David) Mink; granddaughter Kendra (Matt) Keaton; and great granddaughter Kingsley Keaton. Also survived by sisters Bettie (Tony) Bowden and Inez Rice, brother Gene Huff, brothers-in-law Roger (Nedra) Satterfield and Gerald (Freda) Satterfield, and many nieces and nephews.

Robin Charlene Shultz, age 50 of Knoxville, went to be with her Heavenly Father October 12, 2018. She was a member of Dante Church of God, where she loved to worship Jesus. She was a huge “Big Orange” fan and a proud “Mimi”. She enjoyed hiking, fishing, being at the camper, and loved her some sweets, but spending time with her family was the most important thing to her. Robin was a loving wife and a wonderful mother, who always put the needs of others before her own. She is preceded in death by mother Helen Wrinkle, father-in-law Robert Shultz, and brother-in-law Brad Shultz.

James “Matthew” Roach – age 33 of New Tazewell, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 11, 2018. Matthew was a member of Carr’s Branch Baptist Church.

Matthew is preceded in death by grandparents; Matt England and James and Pauline Roach. He is survived by his son, Dylan Roach; parents, Jimmy and Kathy Roach; sister, Bethany (Keith) Grubb; grandmother, Roberta England; niece, Savannah Grubb; nephew, Brody Grubb; and several aunts and uncles.