Terry Lee Middleton-age 62 of Maynardville passed away Sunday, January 22,2023 at U. T. Medical Center. Terry was selfless, reliable, compassionate and willing to do anything to help others. He was a jack of all trades,and could fix anything with an engine. He was a family man and worked hard to make sure his family was taken care of. He would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He loved spending his days playing with his grandchildren, spending time with family, working on cars and target practicing with the grandsons.

Barbara Jean “Chic” Booker-age 85 of Washburn passed away Friday morning, January 20, 2023 at Ridgeveiw Terrace in Rutledge. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Chic was preceded in death by husband, Darrell Booker; daughter, Cathy Reynolds; parents, Hugh and Martha Greene; brothers, Jim Greene, Rick Greene, sisters, Shirley Perry, Peggy Dalton and Beverly Clapp. Nephew, Tim Greene; sister-in-law, Otella Booker.

Edith Brantley – born May 20, 1931, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was a lifelong member of Oaks Chapel American Christian Church.

She is preceded in death by husband, Leon Brantley; daughter-in-law, Libby Brantley; and thirteen siblings. Edith is survived by sons, Steve (Mary Ann) Brantley, Keith Brantley, Wade (Kim) Brantley and Dwight (Debbie) Brantley; eight grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren. The family would like to thank hospice nurses, Marci, Donna and Michelle and all the Caring Covenant Hospice Staff for the loving care of their mother.

Herman Fred Morrison – age 79 of Corryton, passed away peacefully at 10:40 p.m., January 16, 2023 with his wife and daughter by his side. He was a member of House Mountain Baptist Church and a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Martha Jane Powers-age 77 of Knoxville passed away Sunday morning, January 15, 2023 at U. T. Medical Center. She was a member of Knoxville Baptist Tabernacle on Magnolia Avenue. She was employed as a cashier with Walmart at Walker Springs Road, Knoxville for over 10 years and had previously worked at Chick-fil-A on the U. T. Campus. She was preceded in death by parents, Sterley and Josie (Jordon) Davis; sisters, Lucy Ann Davis, Helen Davis, Evelyn Graves, Estelle Shillings; brothers, Joe Davis and Ralph Davis.

Darrell Wayne “Bozo” Ailor – age 76 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully Friday, January 13, 2023 at Tennova Medical Center. He was a veteran of the United States Marines.

Paris (Pat) Muncey-age 86 of Maynardville went to be with his Heavenly Father Sunday morning, January 15, 2023 at his home in the presence of his loving family. He was a member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church where his was saved as a young boy. Pat was a coon hunter and he loved farming. His greatest joy was he time he spent with his great-grandchildren.

Carol Sue Hutchinson-age 76 of Cracker Neck Road, Washburn went to be with the Lord Thursday morning, January 12, 2023 at Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System. She loved the Lord and enjoyed her time at church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Hutchinson; parents, John and Pauline (Jones) Pabast. A special friend also preceded her in death, Stelmo Branson.
She is survived by several friends, Debbie Fultz, Jerry and Candy Halford.

Janet Marlene Godfrey-age 54 of Maynardville passed away Thursday morning, January 12, 2023 at her home. She was a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1986 and also attended the Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville and South College. Preceded in death by mother, Jewell Cole Edwards; two brothers, John Martin Edwards and James Michael “Little Ed” Edwards; grandparents, William and Jessie Edwards, Woodrow and Hettie Cole, nephew, Adam Edwards.

Marcia Jeanne Beeler-age 60 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Saturday, January 7, 2023 at her home. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph Joel and Gladys Shebar; granddaughter, Paige.

Survivors: husband of 20 years, Bruce “Junior” Beeler; son, David Joseph Edwards and wife, Lisa; daughters, Corey Jeanne Boone and husband, David; Tammy Robin Spicer and husband, Billy. Seven grandchildren, Kayla, Emily, Abagail, Casey, Nathaniel and Peyton. Sisters, Karen and Cindy Beth; brothers, Kevin and Edward. Several nieces and nephews along with a host of friends.

Sally Louise Strevel – age 81 of Corryton, went to be with Jesus on January 10, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She attended Carter High School and was a member of Emory Valley Baptist Church.

Micheal Eugene Garrett – age 47 of Corryton, better know as “Mikey G.”, went to be with the Lord, Friday, January 6, 2023 at Ft. Sanders Medical Center. He may be gone, but this is not the last goodbye. Death only released him of his pain. There will come a day that we will meet again. We all have different journeys and different paths along the way. All meant to learn new things, but never meant to stay. This part of the journey we all take, but we must take alone. All on this journey we must take before we finally go home. Micheal now walks hand in hand with the Lord.

Oma Helen Buller – age 84 of Maynardville passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

She is preceded in death by parents, John and Elsey Damewood; son Randy Damewood; and ten brothers and sisters. Oma is survived by husband, Bill Buller; children, Melissa (Michael) Oppenhein; several grand and great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Mark Allen Damewood-age 53 of Maynardville born December 23, 1969 passed away suddenly Monday evening, January 9, 2023 at his home. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Clyde and Christine Damewood; brother, Ronnie Damewood; mother-in-law, Judy Wilson.

Rickey Lynn Macklin – 61 of Maynardville, former owner of Macklin Roofing & Towing, born June 11, 1961 passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. in Corryton. He loved Harley Davidson and muscle cars. Rickey always made everyone laugh and was especially thoughtful, giving and selfless.

Jessie C. Miller-age 97 of Knoxville passed away peacefully Sunday evening, January 8, 2023 at her home. She was a retired secretary employed by Browning Belting, Knoxville. Jessie also loved to travel. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Miller; parents, Estel and Lonette (Waddington) Campbell; brothers, Darrell Campbell and Glen Campbell.

She is survived by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Olen L. Booker of Tater Valley, Luttrell passed away January 3, 2023 (his dad’s birthday). He was preceded in death by his 1st wife, Lucille Booker; a son, Mitchell Booker and a daughter-in-law, Donna Booker. His parents were Herbert and Edith Booker, his siblings were Helen (Franklin) Branson and Kenneth (Barbara) Booker, all of whom predeceased him. Olen was born and for all practical purposes, died on his beloved family farm, just as he wanted.

Eddie Joseph Kitts “Moose”-age 63 of Maynardville, January 20, 1959- January 1, 2023 peacefully passed away at U. T. Medical Center after being ill for some time. He was of the Baptist faith and believed in the Lord. He is preceded in death by parents, Estel and Juanita Kitts; sister, Janice Wyrick; sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn and Larry Hensley.

William Frank “Bill” Kroner-age 84 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Monday, January 2, 2023 at his home. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Navy serving during the Korean War and was a former member of the Tri-County Veterans Honor Guard. Bill was a retired over-the-road truck driver. Preceded in death by parents, William Sam and Margaret C. (Keating) Kroner.

Survivors: three children along with one brother, Wayne Kroner. Special friends and neighbors, Rickie Blair and Ann Rudd of Maynardville.

Nicky Van Hall – 60 of Knoxville, passed away peacefully January 2, 2023 at home.