Joshua Allen Day – 45 of Andersonville, went home to be with the Lord at U T Medical Center on Saturday, September 20, 2025. He was a member of Oaks Chapel American Christian Church.

Carl Foust Booker-age 74 of Luttrell went to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday morning, September 21, 2025, at Norris Health and Rehab Center, Andersonville. He is preceded in death by his wife, Karen Booker; his parents, Roy and Mary Jane Booker; brother, Sammy Booker; sister, Nancy Parrott.

Allen Wayne Shope-age 75 of Maynardville passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, at his home. He was a graduate of Colonial High School, Class of 1969 in Orlando, Florida. He was a U. S. Army Veteran of the Viet Nam War and also served in Korea. He recently retired as a Tool and Die Maker in North Carolina. He was an avid motorcyclist who loved to ride his Harley-Davidson. He also enjoyed NASCAR racing and over the years, his favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt. His other hobbies included his ski boat, the lake and water skiing along with anything outside to include hunting.

Bessie Williams - born August 22, 1954, departed this life September 19, 2025 to be with her Lord. She was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by many family members. Bessie is survived by her children, Shelly Hurst, Amanda (Henry) Glenn and Donnie (Paige) Norris; 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sister, Mary Bailey; brother, Wayne Bailey; and a host of nieces and nephews.

James (Jamie) Nicely- of Luttrell went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday morning, September 19, 2025 at the young age of 52 at North Knoxville Medical Center. Jamie was born September 16, 1973 to L. D. Nicley and Mary Ruth Lawson. Preceded in death by father, L. D. Nicley; step-mother, Joyce Nicley; sister, Kim Nicely; nephew, Kenneth Nicley; Uncle Jim Lawson; grandparents, John Henry Lawson, Artie F. Lawson; Taylor and Della Nicley.

Maria Lynn Moore – age 46 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord August 28, 2025. She was the only daughter of Harold and Luz Moore. Maria was a graduate of Union County High School, Class of 1997 and The Core Institute School of Massage Therapy. She attended Roane State Community College and Pellissippi. She loved her family and friends and the love of her life, fur baby Maggie, her kitty, who she called her little nurse. Maria was a very talented and dedicated artist. She was a beautiful soul inside and out and enjoyed helping people and always believed in being kind to others.

Brenda Kay Sharpe, age 74, of Maynardville passed away peacefully at home the morning of September 17th, 2025, after fighting several health battles with tremendous courage, joy, and determination. Brenda loved and believed in Jesus and accepted Him as her savior at Pennington Chapel Church when she was 16 years old. She was a member of Hubbs Grove Baptist Church. Brenda worked as a textile machine operator, a mobile home escort driver, and a furniture maker. She also raised a son as a young, single mother. Her pride and joy were her two grandchildren, Emma and Ella.

Gail Meglitsch-age 83 of Knoxville, born June 22, 1942 passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at her home. Gail had a long and happy life and 46 years of adventure with Rowan Tipton. Preceded in death by parents, Paul Allen and Allison (Mitchell) Meglitsch; brother, Neil Meglitsch.

Survivors: husband of 46 years, Rowan Tipton; children, Geoffrey Reynolds, Rebecca Dreyer; Rene’ Tipton and Leslie Tipton; grandchildren, Emily Dreyer, Arlo Hogerheijde; Quinten Hogerheijde; brother, Steven Meglitsch. Several nieces and nephews along with a host of friends.

Charles “Chuck” Dale-age 59 of Sharps Chapel, formerly of Tampa, Florida and Redford, Michigan passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at his home with his wife and fur baby, Poopy by his side. He was a member of the Motor City Eagles #2265, Redford, Michigan. Preceded in death by his father, Charles Dale, Sr.; mother, Norma Gutholm; sister, Aleta Hostetler.

Author “A.T.” Tolliver-age 82 of Sharps Chapel went home to be with the Lord Saturday, September 13, 2025 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and friends. He was a member of Leatherwood Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. He was a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1961. A. T. was blessed to make a living doing what he loved; working on his farms behind a mule during the day and at night, you’d either find him in the woods coon hunting or sitting around a barrel with a fire in it listening to the fox hounds with all his friends.

Arlo Gray Beeler, born and died Friday September 12, 2025. Arlo left behind many loved ones and will be dearly missed. Survived by; Mom and Dad Dewayne Beeler and Morgan Anderson, sisters Rayna and Athena Beeler, Brothers William and Edward Beeler.

Ruth Kelly Collins, 90, of Plainview, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, at her home. Born on May 16, 1935, in Plainview Community, Tennessee, Ruth lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, touching the hearts of all who knew her with her boundless warmth and radiant spirit.

Charles Kenneth Turner, Sr.-age 90 of Maynardville passed away peacefully at his home, Thursday, September 11, 2025. He enjoyed fishing, farming, and watching the Dodgers play baseball. He loved winning at cards with his kids, grand kids and great grand kids. Preceded in death by his wife, Kay Jessee Turner; his parents, Siegel and Grace Turner; brothers, Robert Turner, Harold Turner, Jack Turner; sister, Peggy Carter.

He is survived by his children, Mike (Debbie) Turner, Kenny (Denise) Turner, Eddie (Melanie) Turner; six grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren.

Dennis Ray Davis, Sr.-age 74 of Mascot passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Willow Ridge Center. Preceded in death by his son, Chris Davis; his parents, Murphy and Edith Marie (Galloway) Davis; brothers, Troy Davis, Tony Davis; sister-in-law, Delilah Davis; brothers-in-law, Gene Mills, Ray Wilson.

Coy Robert Graves – age 88, went to be with the Lord, peacefully at 1:15 pm on Tuesday, September 9th at his home surrounded by his family. He was saved at a young age.
Preceded in death by wife of 57 years, Doris (Selvidge), daughter, Sandy Reagan Graves; Parents: Leslie & Anna Jane (Dyke) Graves.
Sisters: Jess Graves, Pearl (Jr) Kitts, Bertie (Robert) Campbell, Loretta “Tom” (Leonard) Padgett, Jean (Dewey) Neely.
Brothers: Charlie “Red”, Bill (Jeannie) (Betty), Twin - Roy (Aileen).

Janice Gayle Munsey – age 80 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at her home. She was a member of Liberty Missionary Baptist Church in Anderson County. She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Wayne Munsey; parents, Fount and Jean Haynes; sister. Betty Haynes Shumate; brother, Dale Haynes; brother-in-law, F.T. Munsey; grandson, Tyler Wayne Munsey.

Josephine Nicely-age 78 of Washburn went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Claiborne Medical Center. Preceded in death by her husband, Glen Nicely; son, Glen Nicely, Jr.; daughter, Elaine Nicely.

She is survived by her daughter, Joann (Greg) Noland; son, Kyle Nicely; daughter-in-law, Ann Nicely; loving boyfriend of 25 years, Ernest Foust; grandchildren, Mitchell, Daniel and Grace Nicely; great granddaughter, Elaina Nicely and several other great grandchildren.

Harley Wayne Cassidy, 66, of Maynardville, Tennessee passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends. He was a member of Alder Springs Baptist Church. He was an avid hiker, Loved God, and his family.
Preceded in death by parents, Conley and Ellen Cassidy; brother, Clyde Shipley and nephew Clark Cassidy

Holland Leon Branum “Pim” – Age 91, of Maynardville, TN passed away peacefully Saturday, September 6, 2025. He was a member of Hines Creek Baptist Church. Pim loved his dogs, Lilly Bell and Dixie. He loved his old cars and especially his 57 Chevy.

Joyce A. Nicley-age 62 of Maynardville, born February 15, 1963, passed away peacefully at home Monday, September 8, 2025, with family by her side. She was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, L.D. Nicley; daughter, Kimberly Nicely; grandson, Kenneth Nicley; her parents, John Henry and Artie F. Lawson; brother, Jim Lawson.