Rev. Gary Otis Tye -age 75 of Speedwell, Tennessee went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 24th at Oak Ridge Medical Center at 2:30am after a difficult battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and cancer. He was born on July 30, 1949, in Wofford KY to the late Fred and Jessie Tye.
Cyndy Szekeres Prozzo, Beloved Author and Illustrator, Dies at 91
Cyndy Szekeres Prozzo, a renowned children’s book author and illustrator whose enchanting animal characters delighted generations, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024, at the age of 91 in Maryville, TN. Born on October 31, 1933, in Fairfield, CT, she was the cherished daughter of Stephen and Anna Szekeres.
Regina Lynn McCoy Dotson, age 59, of the Hickory Star Community in Maynardville, TN, passed away Thursday afternoon, November 21, 2024 in the comfort of her home. She was born January 17, 1965 in Lorain, OH. Preceded in death by her husband of 24 years, Ricky Dean Dotson; father, Donald McCoy; mother, Wilma Helmandollar Blackburn; and sister, Rhonda York.
Kay Frances Taylor Howard Welch Whetsell – age 88 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in Knoxville. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Kay was born on February 15, 1935 in Knoxville to Arlee Taylor and Hazel (Cook) Taylor. She enjoyed spending time with her family, dancing and playing Bingo. Kay was employed by Standard Knitting Mill for 20 years. She was a member or Texas Valley Church.
Neva Lavaille Keen-age 89 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of Milan Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Carroll G. Keen; daughter, Anita Atkins, grandson, Justin Keen; parents, Edward L. Sharp; Nola (Hankins) Sharp-Patty; stepfather, John Patty; son-in-law, Gregory Harmon; brothers, E. L. Sharp and Robert Sharp.
Tim Alan Sellers – age 59 of Strawberry Plains, passed suddenly November 19, 2024 at North Knox Medical Center. He was a friendly man who never met a stranger.
He is survived by wife of 27 years, Regina (Peters) Sellers; daughters, Marissa (Joey) Phillips and Amanda Sellers; grandchildren, Hayden, Theo and Declan Phillips; parents, Glenn and Wanda Sellers; sister, Jani (Mike) Chollman; and brother, Chris (Lindy) Sellers.
Oralia De Leon Briano – age 63 of Strawberry Plains, went to be with the Lord Monday, October 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. She enjoyed walking, cooking, working in her garden and walking with her dog. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ana Lopez and Arnulfo De Leon; brother, Jose Luis De Leon.
She is survived by her husband, Ruben Briano; children, Dalila Leek (Josh), Ruben Briano (Emily), Cindy Briano (Tanh); grandchildren, Alexia Leek, Jacob Cao, Catherine Davenport, Sophia Briano, Ana Lucia Cao; three sisters and six brothers, many nieces and nephews.
Steven Earl Miracle-age 64 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Saturday afternoon, November 9, 2024, as the result of a motorcycle accident. He was a retired truck driver with ABF Freight Line and was a member of the Teamsters Union. He was a loving husband, son, father, brother and uncle. He loved his animals especially the squirrels and chipmunks. Preceded in death by son, Steven Miracle, Jr., father, Eugene Miracle, sisters, Angie Miracle and Paula Killion; nephew, Dustin Wilson.
Rozella Wallace-age 75 of Luttrell passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at the Willow Ridge Center. She was a member of the Lighthouse Church of God. She loved to sing in church, gardening and being outdoors. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Zettie Harless; brother, Don Harless.
Frank Thomas, 80, of Maynardville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, peacefully at his home where he was lovingly cared for by his devoted granddaughter who was by his side, Millie Thomas,
A gifted photographer whose lens captured countless precious moments throughout his life, Mr. Thomas had an extraordinary ability to preserve memories for family, friends, and his community. His professional career spanned over four decades as a skilled baker, and he proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
Maynardville, TN - Emily Q Link, 86, went to be with her heavenly father on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
Born January 04, 1938 in Spartanburg, SC, Ms Link the daughter of the late Clyde W. Quinn and Janie Maude Lee Quinn. She graduated from Spartanburg High School and was a member of First Baptist Church Of Maynardville.
Crystal Gail Cooke-age 53 of Maynardville passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Beech Tree Manor in Jellico. No services are planned. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Joseph Heck-age 60 of Maynardville passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at his home. He loved to restore classic cars, loved NASCAR and loved his family and grandkids. Preceded in death by parents, Francis and Camilla Heck; grandparents; stepson, Joseph Ellis.
Survived by wife, Carolyn Rice; son, Joseph Heck; sister, Ruthann Little; brothers, Thomas Heck, Shawn Heck, Stuart Heck; 14 grandkids; stepdaughters, Clorissa Ellis, Casey Winfield-Smith; Special fur babies.
William Carl “Bill” Gray – age 62 of Maynardville, went home to be with his Heavenly Father 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 5th 2024. He was a member of Hickory Valley Baptist Church. Graduate of Horace Maynard High School class of 1980. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy Carl Gray and June Ruth Smith Gray; sisters, Dana Smith, Judy Sexton; brothers-in-law, Steven Sexton, Bob Sexton, Tim Houston; father-in-law, Fred Hackney; nephew, Jason Houston.
Ambria Lee Davis-age 45 of Sharps Chapel went home to be with the Lord, Friday morning, November 1, 2024 at her home. She was a member of Taylor’s Grove Missionary Baptist Church and was a graduate of Karns High School, Knoxville, Class of 1998.
Survivors, mother, Vivian Ann Wright of Sharps Chapel. Four nieces, one nephew, three great-nephews. Several aunts, uncles and other relatives. Fur babies: two cats, one dog, two sheep and one donkey.
Shannon Lamb – age 51 of Knoxville passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at U. T. Medical Center. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Dollie and Guy Cooper; father, Freddie Carmen; mother, Judy Sorrells; aunts, Brenda Bowling, JoAnn Dobbins, Joyce Brewer; uncles, Nathan Cooper, Gary Cooper; brothers, Darrell Cooper, Little Gary Sorrells; sister, Judy Sisson, cousins, Benny Cooper, Judy Ann Mebine, Denita Gilliam, Dollie K Muncy, Heather Rios.
Ida Bell Savage-age 81 of Luttrell passed away Saturday afternoon, November 2, 2024 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of First Apostolic Church, Knoxville. Preceded in death by husband, Lloyd Savage; parents, Major Lester and Edith (Davis) Jones; grandsons, Clayton Lloyd Miller and Steven Smyser; son-in-law, C. J. Miller; two sisters and three brothers.
Helen Mae Wolfenbarger-age 80 of Luttrell passed away Friday morning, November 1, 2024 at her home. She was a member of Willow Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Luttrell. Preceded in death by husband, Floyd Wolfenbarger; parents, Charlie and Bertha Thomas; siblings, Ed, Bill, Earl, Georgia and Blanche.
Judy A. Bailey-age 79 of Luttrell, died peacefully Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the home of her niece and caregiver, Michelle Strunk. She was a 25-year employee of Flowers by Bob. Preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Bailey; her parents, Fred and Mettie Dukes; sisters, Ilah Washam, Reba Herron, Nalda Slaughter; brothers, Ted Dukes, Roy Dukes.
Dorothy Louise Cummings born on April 16, 1939, a resident of the Karns Community in Tennessee went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Dorothy was raised by her grandparents, Otha Taylor Stoffel and Matilda Jane Stoffel. Dorothy worked at and retired from Robert Shaw. She was married to Lionel “Jack” Cummings for 38 years. Dorothy loved her family and was always there for them. She was a devoted Christian and grandmother to numerous grand, great grand, and great great grandchildren.