Frances “Cookie” McConnell, age 85 of Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday December 14, 2017 at Fort Sanders Medical Center. She was a member of Church Street United Methodist Church. She retired from the Knox County School System as a longtime secretary at West, South, and South Young High Schools. Preceded in death by husband John R. McConnell. Survived by son John R. McConnell II and daughter-in-law Edith; son Dan Joseph McConnell and wife Jacqueline McConnell; daughter Beth Anne McConnell; grandchildren James Allan McConnell and wife Christina, J.D.

Floyd M. Stipes, age 72 of Knoxville, passed away December 13, 2017. He was of the Baptist faith. Floyd retired from Henley Roofing Company. Preceded in death by parents Floyd and Maude Stipes; brother Lewis Stipes; sister Grace Brady. Survived by life partner Debbie Rodrigues; son Danny and wife Trish Stipes; granddaughter Breana Stipes; sister Hazel Ellis; brother-in-law Kenneth Brady; four-legged dog companion Sweet-P. Family will receive friends 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. Sunday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet 10:45a.m.

Janet Marlene Fraley, age 67 of Maynardville, Tennessee and Paintsville, KY went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 11th at her home in Maynardville. She left this world surrounded with her loved ones singing her into the arms of the Lord. She was born on January 13, 1950 in Paintsville, KY to the late Delmar and Gladia Fraley. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Bud Fraley, Bill Fraley, Dean Fraley, David Fraley and her sisters Barb Maupin and Ann Treague.

Margaret Elizabeth Dalton, 88, of the Gibbs Community went to be with the Lord on December 12, 2017. She was a life-time member of Clear Springs Baptist Church, Corryton. She is preceded in death by her husband Clarence Dalton, son Gregory, parents France and Hulda Parker, sisters Della, Dolly, Dora, and Creole, brothers Claude, Everette, Fred, and Sam Parker. She leaves to mourn her passing caregivers, Chris and Yvette Parker, Virginia and Donnie Schubert, and several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will meet at 10:45a.m.

Dortha Lee Young Harrell-age 75 of Washburn passed away suddenly Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at her home. She was a member of Powder Springs Missionary Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by parents, Bailey and Mary Young; daughter, Marsha Coffey; grandson, Matthew Munsey; sister, Bennie Mae Fee; brother, Billy Young.

Wayne Brown-age 78 of Maynardville passed away Monday evening, December 11, 2017 at Willow Ridge Center. He was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by daughter, Mary Brown; son, Michael Brown; parents, Willie and Mollie Brown; brothers, Glenn, Lon and Neal Brown.

Billy J. Vandergriff-age 82 of Maynardville, born March 24, 1935 in Union County, Tennessee passed away Sunday, December 10, 2017 at Willow Ridge in Maynardville. He was a U. S. Army Veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Hassie and Allie Vandergriff; sister, Wanda Yardley; brother, Ken Vandergriff.

Raymond “Pap” Hensley-age 89 of Luttrell passed away peacefully Saturday, December 9, 2017 at North Knoxville Medical Center. Preceded in death by wife, Della Hensley; son, Everette “Bud” Hensley; son-in-law, Dale “Eddie” Douglas; parents, Robert and Lily Hensley; brothers, Jack, Everette, Verlin and J. C.; sister, Lela Kitts.

Winston Bullen Evans, age 86, a member of First Baptist Church of Powell, passed away at her home on December 9. Winston was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. She is preceded in death by father James Bullen; mother Pearl Bullen; sister Gladys York; brother Paul Bullen; and infant son James Terrell Evans.

Cecil E. McMurray, age 85, passed away December 8, 2017. He was a member of Loveland Baptist Church. Cecil was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He was a veteran of the US Army. Cecil was a self-employed mechanic for over 50 years. Preceded in death by parents Harvey and Leona McMurray; brother Austin McMurray.

James M. (Mike) Vandergriff, age 63, passed away 12-8-17. 1972 Honors Graduate (Halls High School). Mike was a lifelong resident of the Halls Community and Member of Salem Baptist Church. Survivors include: Wife of 44 years, Connie; Daughters and husbands, Rebecca (Daniel) Sutphin, Jenny (Bobby) Hassell, Amy (Nicholas) McGuire; 9 grandchildren Taylor, Oren, Callie, Ethan, Corban, Arlen, Lainey, Eamon, and Deacon; Mother and Step-dad, Mildred and Edsel Norris; Brothers and Wives, Greg (Susan), Doug (Pam), and Chris (Theresa) Vandergriff.

Kristina Nicole Raley-age 37 of Maynardville passed away Thursday, December 7, 2017 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Hubbs Grove Baptist Church.

She is survived by her sons, Zachary and Kaden; parents, H. I. and Cheryl Raley; sister, Jessica Raley; grandmother, Betty Moyers, several aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends.

B.H. Hodge, age 79, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Ft. Sanders Hospital. He and his wife, June (Tindell) Hodge, were married 59 wonderful years. God blessed their union with 3 children, Alecia (Bill), Brad (Terri) and Alan (and friend Barbara); 6 grandchildren, Daniel, Micah, Jonathan, Chase, Andrew and Annalisa; 2 great grandchildren, Natalie and Amelia. He is survived by sisters Doris Reeves, Karen (Terry) Shoffner; brother, Larry Hodge; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, Max and Helen Hodge, and brother, Ronnie Hodge. B.H.

Gary D. Maness, Sr. – age 67 of Washburn, went home to be with the Lord on December 3, 2017.

Norma Pearl Tolliver (Whaley), age 68 of Anderson County, TN went to be with the lord on December 1, 2017. She was a devoted and loving wife. She was the most amazing mother with much more love and compassion than a child’s heart could embrace. Preceded in death by father George Whaley and mother Flora Whaley (Nolan). She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Troy Tolliver; sons Hurley Wilson, Donald Miller; daughters Melissa Hill and Tonya & husband Andy Ford. She was delighted to have 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Jason Shawn Sweet, age 41, of Maynardville, went to live with his Lord and Savior on December 5, 2017. He was a member and deacon of Sidebrook Baptist Church. Jason was a wonderful husband, son, brother and friend to all. Preceded in death by second dad, Gilbert Brock; grandparents, and special aunt. He is survived by loving wife of 23 years, Wendy Sweet; father, Elmer (Frances) Sweet; mother, Cathy (Wayne) Bailey; second mom, Sue Brock; brothers, Travis Bailey and Ray Brock; sisters, Kathy Bailey and Charity Sweet; son (dog) Brutus; adopted children, Kayla, Jake, Riyah, Brayden, Peyton.

Jeff L. Reynolds – age 47 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 4, 2017. He was of the Baptist faith.

Jeff is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dawn M. Reynolds; son, Joseph L. Reynolds; father, E. G. Reynolds; and brother, David Reynolds. He is survived by his children, Brianna, Mackenzie and Nathaniel Reynolds; mother, Mary Ann Reynolds; aunt and uncle, Helen and Earl Johnson; and a large group of family and friends. He will be remembered as a selfless, loving man and be dearly missed.

Michael “Mike” Hickson passed away December 2, 2017. He was a member of Freeway Church of God. Mike was a kind and gentle man who loved his family; especially his mother, daughter and grandchildren.

Left to cherish his memory are daughter Candace (Scott) Nelson; grandchildren Tyler, Ciara and Brooke; parents David and Louella Hickson; and brother David (Darlene) Hickson Jr.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family.

Jason Lynn (Worm) Moore, age 40, of Powell, went home to his Savior December 2, 2017. He became a child of God at an early age. He loved the outdoors and everyone around him. He was a life long concrete finisher.

He is survived by parents Kathy and Carl Richmond; son Austin Lynn Moore; daughter Kayla Fultz-Moyers; grandson Brently Moore; brothers Peanut, Joe and Jesse Richmond and other brothers and sisters; father Ricky Moore; mother of his children Crystal Fultz; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; special nieces and nephews Kadin, Parker, Abby and Laylah.

Katherine Kolter Smith, of Strawberry Plains, TN, passed away Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017.

She was born in Knoxville and moved to Mobile, AL. in the 70’s, to follow her dreams. She owned and operated “Katie’s Health Food” at Tilman’s Corner and Spanish Fort, for 25 plus years. Her legacy of teaching healthy living and nutrition was shared with thousands, and is still active. She retired and returned to Tennessee.