Jessie Lee Presley Cole-age 80 of Knoxville, formerly of Sharps Chapel, born February 19, 1938 passed away peacefully Friday, March 30, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She was a member of Taylor’s Grove Baptist Church. Jessie was a wonderful cook and seamstress and enjoyed square dancing, but most of all, she was a jokester.
Benny Joe Cooper-age 47 of Knoxville passed away Saturday evening, March 24, 2018. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Heather LeeAnne Cooper; mother, Brenda Bowling; grandmother, Dollie D. Cooper along with several aunts and uncles. Benny was born May 11, 1970 to Clifford and Brenda Bowling.
Survivors: father, Clifford Bowling; brothers, Gary “Booger” Childress, Joseph Lee Cooper, Dustin Bowling, Keith Hartness, Gary Lynn Graves; sister, Tracy Bowling. A host of other family and friends. He will be truly missed. Gone but never forgotten.
Justin Michael Allen-age 26 of Luttrell passed away Thursday afternoon, March 29, 2018 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center after a lingering illness. He was baptized at Little Flat Creek Baptist Church and attended Grainger High School. He worked at construction being a perfectionist at his work. He was preceded in death by grandfather, Donald Allen; uncle, Darryl Allen; aunt, Denise Malkey.
Opal Geneva Langford, age 76, of Knoxville passed away on March 29, 2018. Opal Attended New River of Life Church. She worked at Powell elementary school for 37 years. She is preceded in death by parents Cora and John Hemphill Jr., and siblings Billy, Earl, Johnny, Mae, Hazel, Imogene and also 2 great grandchildren. Opal is survived by her husband of 61 years, Benny Langford; children, Donnie (Janet) Langford, Emma (Joey) Wilson, David (Linda) Langford and 7 grand children and 5 great grandchildren and one on the way; sister Clara Miller.
Bert B. Caldwell, Jr.-age 60 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Wednesday afternoon, March 28, 2018 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a employee of Formall, Inc., Clinton, Tennessee. Preceded in death by parents, Bert B., Sr. and Bonnie Raley Caldwell.
Joyce Ann Hamilton Hill, age 80, passed away Monday, March 26, 2018. She was a school teacher for 37 years, mostly at Brickey McCloud Elementary School. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Lee Hill. She is survived by sons, David Wayne Hill (Cynthia) and Alan Lee Hill (Kelly); grandchildren, Chad, Tyler (Haley), Stephanie, Katie and Evan; great-grandchildren, Robert Lee and Oliver Mitchell. The family will receive friends at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel on Thursday, March 29th from 6-8pm. Private family inurnment.
Bryan Kennedy Montooth-age 71 of Luttrell passed away Monday, March 26, 2018 at his home. He was preceded in death by father, Ted Montooth; mother, Evelyn Montooth.
He leaves behind his wife of 44 years, Mary Lee Montooth; brothers, Mike and Leslie Montooth; foster son, Chris Shannon; niece, Joni Rogers and her husband, Michael Rogers, Sr.; great-nephew, Robert Johnson; great-niece, Jazmine Rogers. Best friends, Ronnie Green, Brian Rains and Bert Rosenbaum.
Douglas Macathur “Doug” Nichols age 75 of Fountain City passed away after a long illness Saturday, March 24, 2018 with his wife Judy by his side. Member of New Beverly Baptist Church, Fountain City Lodge #757, 32nd Degree Mason and Shriners with Kerbella Temple. Veteran of The United States Navy serving during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a longtime realtor in the Knoxville area beginning his career with Volunteer Realty and retiring form Rocky Top Realty. During his real-estate career, Deborah Black, Harry Bacon, and Sonny Mullins helped build Doug’s career.
Lucille Chesney-age 86 of Maynardville passed away Saturday, March 24, 2018 with family at the bedside. She was born May 31, 1931 the daughter of the late Lee and Ollie Tharp of Luttrell. She was a retired employee of Tom’s Food LTD with 45 years of service. Following retirement, she enjoyed gardening, her grandchildren and church activities. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Luttrell. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Hoover Chesney; her parents, siblings, Pearlie Muncey, John Tharp, Esky Tharp, Mabel Tharp, Rosell Tharp and Inez Brown.
Bobby Ray Shankles, age 63, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018. He was an Army Veteran, a hard worker, and a loving father. He is preceded in death by father, Charles R. Shankles. He is survived by daughters, Genevieli Pilayo (Chad) and Denise Shankles, grandchildren, Keawe’iwi, Kapuanalani, Keolamauloa, and Kinohi, mother, Edith Lee Hargis Shankles, brothers, Willis Shankles (Charlotte), Charles T. Shankles (Charlotte), and Danny Shankles (Terry), as well as several niece, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Family will meet at Roseberry Cemetery Wednesday, March 28, 2018. 1:45 for a 2:00 p.m.
Dr. Tony Sizemore, Ph.D.-age 77 of Maynardville, formerly of Harlan County, Kentucky went to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 24, 2018 at his home. He was a member of The Church of God of the Union Assemble, Keith Avenue, Knoxville. He held a Ph.D. in Theology from Heritage Bible College. He pastored and ministered at several area churches and churches in different states. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandmother, Cora Sizemore.
Charlotte Alana Ridenour-age 69 of Knoxville passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Ft. Sander’s Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by son, Randy Ridenour; parents, mother, Eula Vee Ridenour; fathers, Lillard Ray and Wade Ridenour; sisters, Pat (Spooks) Ricker; Bobbie Ray; brother, Jack Painter. Charlotte was a loving mother and grandmother.
Anna Mae Mason – age 91 of Maynardville, was called home at 1:18 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, 2018. She was a longtime member of Hubbs Grove Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by husband, William Berl Mason. Anna is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Gerald and Debbie Mason and Kenneth and Shelia Mason; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; sister, Margaret Ellen Williams; brothers, Tommy Perry and Fred Perry; and several nieces and nephews.
Brenda Gail Kiser – 68 of Maynardville, went to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away at home surrounded by loved ones. Brenda was of the Baptist faith.
Michael “Shane” Guinn age 40 of Knoxville passed away March 18, 2018. He was a loving son, brother and uncle. He was preceded in death by his father William “Randy” Guinn survived by mother Kathy Quinn, sister Jessica Guinn, niece Brittany Thomas, nephew Michael Woody and great niece Breelyn Gordon. The family will receive friends 5:00p.m. until 7:00p.m. Wednesday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel. Please leave online condolences at www.mynattfh.com
Paul “Doug” Corum, Sr.-age 68 of Luttrell passed away Sunday evening, March 18, 2018 at Willow Ridge. Preceded in death by son, Dudley Corum, Jr.; father, Luther Corum; mother, Edith Corum; brothers, Leslie and Jerry Corum; sister, Naomi Corum.
Allan “Buck” Smith, age 77, went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2018. He was a member of The Church at Sterchi Hills and was retired from KUB. He was preceded in death by wife, Judy Smith; parents, Paul and Carrie Smith; sisters, Joanne and Lois; brother Ed. He is survived by son, Neil Smith (Tina); brother Tommy; sister, Sylvia; granddaughter Kaitlin and numerous extended family and friends. The family will receive friends at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel on Sunday, March 18th from 6-8pm with a service to follow.
Ruby King, age 95, of Knoxville, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 15th, 2018. She was a wonderful mother who will be greatly missed. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years Pinkton “Pink” Tolbert, son Donald King and daughter Peggy Seavers. She is survived by daughter Pat Bradley, 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchild, and numerous extended family and friends. The family will receive friends on Monday, March 19th, 2018 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel.
Steven Powers, age 68, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Thursday, March 15th, 2018. He was preceded in death by parents Lewis and Mary Powers, grandmother Anna Arnold, aunt Laura Henderson, uncle Joe Church, brother-in-law Kenneth Trent, niece Michelle Durbrow, great-niece Holland Durbrow. He is survived by sisters Debra Trent and Diane Vineyard, brother-in-law Donnie Roach. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 18th, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet at 12:45 p.m.
Franklin Danny Hayes – age 75 of Maynardville, Tennessee passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday, March 15, 2018. He was born March 31, 1942 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was saved in 1956 at the age of 14 during a revival at Hines Creek Baptist Church and is a member of Community Baptist Church. Frank retired from Coca-Cola after 25 years of service and enjoyed working outside, sports, and his grandchildren.