Stacie Lee Lowery, age 34, of Knoxville, TN passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 8th, 2017. She was preceded in death by father Darrell Lowery, brother Chris Jones, grandparents Ola Mae and Raymond Acuff and Jim and Norman Lowery, and aunt Teresa Lowery. She is survived by mother Tina Acuff Jones, brother Shane Lowery, uncles Rick (Ann) Acuff and Luther Perry, special aunts Karen Hurst and RaNonda Sherrod, sister Jennifer Giganti, special cousin Ann Lajoy, special friend Michael Gibson, and numerous extended family and friends.

Dorothy Breeden Lett, age 75, of Clinton, passed away at home surrounded by her family on August 10, 2017. Dorothy was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. She was retired from Hoskins Drug Store. Dorothy is preceded in death by parents U.L. and Frances Breeden; brothers, William “Bill” Breeden (Evelyn), Tommy Breeden and Richard Breeden; sisters, Gerry Clark (James H.), Zelma Hill and Betty Ann Breeden; brother-in-law Robert E. Clark.

Johnnie Ault Bentley, 57 of Knoxville passed away quietly at her home on Thursday, August 10, 2017. She was born on February 3, 1960 in Knoxville to the late John Ault and Nellie Ruth Ault Lay. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Johnnie will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Johnnie is preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Patricia Lay and Ann Varner. Survived by daughters, Rhonda (David) Greene and Amanda Bentley; grandchildren, Jacob, Haley and Addison; 5 brothers, 2 sisters and companion Mickey Braden.

Tanya Michelle Borden, age 43, passed away August 8, 2017. She was preceded in death by her mother, Vicki Sue Jones Ellison; and her grandparents, Herman & Zelma Jones. She is survived by her daughters, Brittany Powers and Samantha Powers; her son, Zachary Borden; sister, Candy Jones (Eddie Hall); uncle, Gary (Rhonda) Jones; aunt, Sandra (Gary) Fox; Ron (Penny) Jones; and her boyfriend, John Walker. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in honor of the family, to Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel, to assist with final expenses.

Wesley Lee Kirby-age 83 of Luttrell passed away Friday afternoon, August 11, 2017 at Beverly Park Place. Former employee of Walmart. Preceded in death by parents, Luther and Carrie Kirby; brothers, L. V. Kirby, Preston Kirby; sisters, Betty Justus, Mary Jane Meadows, Olen Oaks and Olla Mae.

Jason “Jay Bug” Payne, age 30 of Knoxville, Tennessee, Passed away at his home August 4, 2017. He is preceded in death by mother Linda Owns and several aunts and uncles. He is survived by father Archie Payne; brothers William (Debra) Maples, Scott (Amy) Payne, Lynn (Janet) Payne; sister Teresa Johnson and fiancé Stewart Edwards; Jason’s close friend, Tonya Burton; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 6-8pm Thursday at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with a service to follow, Rev. Ronnie Dotson officiating.

Charles (Chuck) H. Tharpe, 57 of Powell, passed away suddenly August 8, 2017. He was a member of The Church at Sterchi Hills. He was a project manager at AGI. Preceded in death by father, Joe Tharpe; grandparents Huella and Charles Tharpe; stepmother Dorothy Tharpe. Survived by spouse Susan Tharpe; mother Winona Parsons; sisters Robin Delph and Karen Cagle; brothers and spouses, Brad and Sara Tharpe, Brock and Bethany Tharpe, Derick and Desa Tharpe; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Jeff and Lydia Ellis; several nieces and nephews.

Willie L. Burnett, 83 of Knoxville, went into the arms of Jesus of Wednesday, August 9, 2017. Willie was born to the late Austin Richard and Harriet Johnson Brown on March 27, 1934 in Knoxville. She loved to cook and be with her family. She loved being a wife, mother , and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Survived by sister Wanda Sharp; children Mike (Donna) Burnett, James Burnett, Debbie Moreland, Janet Dawn Hurst, Kelly Mahan; 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends on Sunday 2:00p.m.-4:00p.m.

Joey Edward Cox-age 53 of Maynardville passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was born May 15, 1964. Preceded in death by mother, Margie Capps Cox.
Survivors: daughter, Taylor Shea; father, Charlie Cox; brother, Scott Cox. Several other family members and a host of friends.
Burial 10 a.m. Friday, August 11, 2017, Walton Cemetery, Washburn. Family and friends may call at your convenience to view the body 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, August 10, 2017 at the funeral home. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Paul Edward Branson-age 82 of Washburn, born October 27, 1934 in Beattyville, Kentucky passed away Monday evening, August 7, 2017 at his home. Paul professed his faith at an early age and was a U. S. Marine Corps Veteran of the Korean War. Paul was a retired Foreman of Skilled Trades with General Motors in Pontiac, Michigan. Following his retirement, Paul made his home in Washburn. Preceded in death by parents, Chester and Elvira (Couch) Branson; brothers, Roy and Doris Branson, James and Cathline Branson, Charles Branson, Chester Jr.

Rev. John R. Price-age 72 of Maynardville, born November 22, 1944 went to be with his Lord Thursday, August 3, 2017. He loved the Lord with all his heart, soul, mind and strength and people as himself. He was the pastor of Fountain Valley Church, Maynardville. Johnny was preceded in death by mother and step-father, Fern and Willard Summers; half-brother, Jimmy Reach,

Kaylie Talbott-age 19 of Luttrell, passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, July 31, 2017. Preceded in death by grandfather “Pop”, Samuel Charles Talbott; and grandfather, Bill Wallace; and special aunt, Misty Wallace. She is survived by father, Samuel Charles Talbott, II (Sammy); mother, Tandy Vanzant and husband Randy; siblings, Lilly, Jesse, and Hunter Vanzant, and Samuel Hayden Bailey; grandmothers Patty Talbott (Grandma), Imogene Parker (Granny); and special aunt Lisa Armentrout “Gooey”; and many other loving family members.

Timothy Orel Clabough-age 58 of Maynardville passed away peacefully Sunday morning, July 30, 2017 surrounded by loved ones. He is preceded in death by parents, William and Alice Clabough; brothers, John William, Glenn and Rex; sister, Debbie.

Linda Carol Quillen, 71 of Rockford, TN passed away quietly Friday, July 28, 2017 with her family at her bedside. She was born to the late Clifford Webb and Martha Jane Spears on November 25, 1946 in Puttnam County Tennessee. Linda was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Knoxville West Ward. Linda was a caring, strong willed and loving soul. She cared about people, often taking strangers in and caring for their emotional and physical health. She also was a home health nurse for many years.

Betty Jean Ellis Shultz, age 85, passed away on July 26, 2017. She was a member at Salem Baptist Church. Betty was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Preceded in death by husband Charles Preston Shultz Sr.; parents Dewey and Bertha Ellis; and brother Bob Ellis.

Clarence Ross Bryant, age 66, of Knoxville, passed away July 24, 2017. He was a member of Knoxville Primitive Baptist Church. Clarence was honored to serve his country in the United States Air Force. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ross & Mildred Bryant. He is survived by his brother, Jackie Bryant; sister, Mildred Williams; nephews, Bobby Brock, Billy Brock, Johnny Brock; niece, Mildred Pommier. Friends may call at their convenience Thursday from 10am-5pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel.

Wilma Waggoner Coffey, 72 of Knoxville passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2017 with her family at her side. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Coffey; daughter, Debra Livingston; parents, Jim Waggoner and Thelma Painter’ step-mother, Nell Waggoner; brother-in-law, Jack Welch; niece, Crissy Sexton; father and mother-in-law, O.H. and Katerine Coffey. Wilma is survived by daughters, Cathy (Steve) Hunley and Jessica O’Baugh; son-in-law Kevin Livingston; grandchildren, Jonathon, Victoria, Zacherey, Kristina, Jackson and Cash.

Dennis Ray Carpenter, 55 of Corryton went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Dennis was born to the late Bill R. and Evelyn J. King Carpenter on June 15, 1962 in Knoxville. He enjoyed being outdoors especially fishing. He loved his church and was known as a giving person. It brought a smile to his face when he knew he was helping others. He loved spending time with his family, surrounded by his grandchildren made him the happiest. Dennis was a long-time Knox County employee where he worked many years in the body shop.

Tyler Jacob Lakin- September 24, 1990- July 23, 2017. Tyler was loved by Mitch, Debra, Seth and LeAndra, Bama and Poppy, Meg and Mike, Kenny, Zoe, Katherine, Natalie, Gracie, Jake, Addie, Hannah, Sophie, Finn, Ava, David and Nancy, Don, John and Anna Lynn, Nelson and Jane, Alfreda, Sarah and Andy, Knox, Keith, Becky, Barbie, Susie, Will, Mark, Matt, Cooper, Kirsten, Quinn, Zane, Triston, Trinity, Austin, Garritt, and all of his friends. Tyler would have appreciated donations to Knox Area Rescue Ministries (KARM) in his name, P.O. Box 3310, Knoxville, TN 37927-3310, more than flowers.

Timothy Ray “Tim” Smith age 46 of Andersonville, passed away suddenly Sunday, July 23, 2017. Tim was an employee of Ready Mix U.S.A for 25 years. He enjoyed riding 4 wheelers and being Papaw to his grandchildren.

Tim is preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Joan Smith; sister, Kathy Kennedy; brother, Danny Smith; father-in-law, Jack Mynatt; and mother-in-law Joyce Hill. Tim is survived by his wife, Shannon Smith; daughters, Jessie (Michael) Savage; Brooke Smith and companion, Austin Sweet; grandchildren, Gage and Reagan Savage and Kenleigh Harless; sister, Kim (Darryl) Smith; sisters-in-law, Michelle and Candi; and step mother-in-law, Penny Mynatt.