Hugh W. Kitts-age 59 of Maynardville passed away Saturday, October 6, 2018 at North Knoxville Medical Center. He was a member of Hubbs Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Hugh was an employee of the Union County Highway Department. Preceded in death by father, V. H. Kitts, Jr.
Survivors: son, Cody Kitts and girlfriend, Kimberly Kiser; mother, Pearl Kitts. Two special nephews, Bryan and Keith Monroe.
Melinda Dove Shook-age 43 of Dandridge, born February 14, 1975 went home to be with the Lord Friday, October 5, 2018 after a long illness at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was saved at Lighthouse Baptist Church, Knoxville. Preceded in death by father, William Johnson; sister, Shannon Johnson; brother, Robbie Johnson.
Rosalynne Faye Pickle-age 60 of Maynardville passed awy suddenly Thursday morning, October 4, 2018 at her home. She was a Christian of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by daughter, Wanda Leedy; sister, Debbie Long.
Survivors: daughter, Candie Carroll and husband, Steven Crawford; son, Chad Lee Karlstrom, all of Maynardville; grandchildren, Danica Karlstrom, Braiden Crawford, Colin Karlstrom, Christina Mills, Jennifer Rhodes, Michael Rhodes along with other grandchildren and a host of friends.
Bonnie Lou Profitt, age 77 of Ridgeview Terrance, Rutledge went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 4, 2018 after passing peacefully of natural causes. Bonnie was born in Winchester, Kentucky on September 8, 1941 to Ida Estes and Claude Estes. Bonnie committed the bulk of her life to being a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a long-time resident of Knoxville, Tennessee and lived in the Halls Community for over 20 years. Bonnie was a member of Highland View Baptist Church in Halls, where she was also baptized.
Leonard Lee Wolfenbarger, age 69, of Knoxville passed away on October 5, 2018 with his wife and son at his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Darline Wolfenbarger. He was born on July 26, 1949 and was a graduate of Gibbs High School and LMU. Mr. Wolfenbarger was a retired Knox County teacher with 30 years of service. He was a member of Emory Valley Baptist Church for 54 years.
Martha “Dolly” Carter Hensley-age 79 of Luttrell passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 at Physicians Regional Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She will be greatly missed. Dolly was a member of Luttrell Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, William “Dick” Hensley; parents, Judas and Easter Carter, three brothers and two sisters.
Judith “Judie” Lyon Phelps Fox passed away on October 2, 2018 after an extended illness. She was born on December 2, 1940, in Knoxville, TN. Judie was a member of Salem Baptist Church in Halls.
Judie is preceded in death by parents Jefferson Monroe and Sarah Lyon Phelps; and daughter Melinda Denise Fox.
Wanda E. Walker Wright, age 89, of Maynardville passed away on October 1, 2018 at Beverly Park Place. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Maynardville. She was preceded in death by her father & mother, McKinley & Pearl Lynch, brother, Dr. Kenneth Lynch, and late husband, Paris (Bob) Walker.
Ruth England-age 79 of Sharps Chapel, born May 25, 1939 passed away Monday afternoon, October 1, 2018 at her home. She was a loving wife of 63 years, a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a devoted church member of Taylor’s Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by son, Jwill (Bub) England; parents, Rob and Ada Duncan; sister, Ella Halsey.
John L. Lewis – age 58 of Sharps Chapel, went home to be with the Lord on October 1, 2018. He was of the Baptist faith. John was a self-employed mechanic for many years and a former employee of Clayton Homes.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dewey Lewis and Peggy Wells; three sisters; and eight brothers. John is survived by sisters, Letha Lewis, Clara (Tim) Dykes, Brenda (Bob) Keller, Sandra Eastridge and Dorothy (Vagelis) Makris; brother, Ronnie Lewis; and several nieces, nephews and family members.
Moore, Mary Helen (Marcum), "Mammaw" - age 84 of Mt. Juliet, TN entered into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, September 29, 2018. Mrs. Moore was born on July 31, 1934 in Knoxville, TN. She was a devoted Christian and a true Servant of the Lord Jesus. She was retired from St. Mary's Medical Center and Walmart, and volunteered for several years after retirement at St. Mary's Medical Center as a Pink Lady. She is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Charles (Chuck) Douglas Moore; parents, Sam and Bessie Marcum, brothers; S.R.
James E. "Jim" Heath, age 91, of Powell went to be with the Lord on September 29, 2018. He was a 1949 graduate of Tennessee Wesleyan College. He was a member of the United States Armed Forces for 4 years. He was employed by State Farm Insurance Company and retired after 31 years of service. He was a longtime member of Beaver Brook Country Club. He was an avid golfer, reader and Lady Vols enthusiast. He was baptized at an early age at Salem Baptist Church.
Susan Diane (Hopson) Davis-age 59 of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 28, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She was a loyal member of Ridgeview Heights Missionary Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd Clayton and Beulah Hopson.
Survived by her husband, Thurman Davis of Knoxville; daughter and son-in-law, Christina “Chrissy” and Justin Kilby of Maynardville. Several nieces, nephews and a host of special friends.
Jacob Keith “Jake” Walker-age 26 of Rutledge passed away 11:13 a.m. Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. Jake was saved and baptized at the age of 15 at Johnson’s Chapel Freewill Baptist Church. He was a loving father and was dearly loved by all who knew him. Preceded in death by son, Lincoln Walker; grandfather, Larry Walker; grandmother, Lorene Muncey; aunt, Lora Walker; cousin, Isaac Sutton.
Lillian A. Barger, age 78 of Powell left this world to pick up her wings Thursday September 27, 2018. She was a member of Bearden Gospel Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband Charles, son Charlie, daughters Brenda and Laura, parents and many siblings.
Robert L. Greene, age 79 of West Knoxville, passed away September 27, 2018. He was an employee of KUB for over 30 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Bluegrass. Preceded in death by parents, Oscar and June Greene and brother, Kenneth Greene. Survived by wife Shirley Greene, son Robert H. Greene (Tami), daughter, Debra Yeatts (Rodney), grandchildren Robert L. Greene, Christian and Kaitlin Yeatts, brother, Danny Greene, and several nieces and nephews.
James Alexander Walden, age 90, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2018. He was a member of Inskip Baptist Church for nearly 50 years and was a 32nd Degree Mason of The Bright Hope Lodge #557 F&A.M.. Family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Monday, October 1, 2018 at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with a service following at 6:00 p.m. Reverend. Mike Seagers officiating. Family and friends will meet at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at Lynnhurst Cemetery for an 11:00 a.m. interment.
Geneva Weaver Speaks age 97 of Norris, Tennessee. Our beloved Granny was born March 5, 1921, and passed away at her home on September 26, 2018. She made a friend of everyone she met. She loved to travel, she loved to read and do craft work, and she loved her church; but most of all she loved her family. She had a lifelong love of travel and visited all 50 states and several foreign countries. We will always treasure the many hand-made gifts she made for us. She was a faithful member of Fairview Free Will Baptist Church, having attended services there for all of her adult life.
Jeremy Aaron Wampler left this earth on Monday, September 24, 2018 to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was 34 years old.
Jeremy was a devoted husband, father, son, grandson, brother and friend. He was born in Knoxville on January 19,1984 and grew up in Powell near the family farm close to grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. It was where he developed his deep appreciation for the importance of family and a lifelong passion for the outdoors. Summers and weekends would find Jeremy somewhere outside, often at Douglas Lake with family and friends.
Glen E. Dyer-age 85 of Powder Springs went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. Glen loved Union County and served the second district for many years as Justice of the Peace, County Commissioner, Road Commissioner and Constable. He was currently serving as a member of the Union County Beer Board. Glen also enjoyed farming and attending auctions. Glen was a former co-owner of Darrell’s Auction. Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Lola (Merritt) Dyer; brothers, Boyd Wayne Dyer and Bobby Dyer.