Jerry Don Givens age 73 of Knoxville, originally from Taylor, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at his home after a long battle with cancer and other illnesses. He was of the Pentecostal Faith. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Army.
He is preceded in death by his parents Ruben and Hilda Horner Givens; granddaughter Angelina Givens and infant grandson Jayden Givens; brother William and sister Carol.
Infant Ryver Rayne Hopkins-born and died Sunday afternoon, October 3, 2021 at North Knoxville Medical Center.
Survivors: mother, Madison Hopkins of Maynardville; brother, Ethan Dykes; grandmother, Shannon Hopkins; great-grandmother, Tamra Buckner; aunt, Lauren Holmes; uncle, Landyn Centala; cousin, Dakota Wallace.
Graveside service and interment 2 p.m. Friday, October 8, 2021 at Community Cemetery, Luttrell. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 1:45 p.m. Friday. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Monica Lynn Lawson-age 46 of Luttrell passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at her home. She attended Circle Assembly of God Church in Mascot. Preceded in death by her parents, Ricky and Brenda Lawson.
Survivors: husband, Ernesto Antonio Martinez; children, Joshua Eugene Simmons, Jocelyn Victoria Lawson and Jillian Marie Lawson. Brother, Thomas Coldwell.
Graveside service and interment 9:30 A.M. Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Community Cemetery, Luttrell with Rev. John Lawson officiating.
Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Jesse N. Elkins – age 96 of Andersonville, passed away peacefully at home on October 3, 2021. He was a member of Valley Grove Baptist Church. Jesse retired from JFG Coffee Company with 41 years of service. He was also a member of J. C. Baker Masonic Lodge #720 for over 60 years.
Betty Sue Organ-age 63 of New Tazewell, born July 22, 1958 left this earthly life Saturday, October 2, 2021 due to complications of Covid 19. She was married 43 years to the love of her life, Jerry Organ. She was momma to four children, Jason Bell, Shasta Cottrell, Jennifer (Tommy) Cockrum, Casey (Michael) Anthony. From these unions, Sue was Nana to 18 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She loved each and every one of them unconditionally. Sue loved her Lord and Saviour and loved everyone as Jesus loves us.
Charlie L. Haynes (Chuck) - Age 84
Charlies’ earthly life ended at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 1, 2021, with his family by his side. Leaving behind his faithful wife of 63 years, Imogene Haynes; his loving children Rhonda (Steve) Widner, Keith (Karen) Haynes; grandchildren: Mandy (Craig) Foster, Anna (Nick) Maples, Daniel (Liz) Haynes, Nicholas Haynes (deceased); great grandchildren: Owen & Tayler Blake, Skyler Foster, Carson & Luke Maples, Bella & Levi Haynes.
Jerry Lynn Burchell-age 58 of Corryton passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He attended Redemption Harvest Church and was a retired employee of Knox County Parks and Recreation. Preceded in death by father, Coy Allen Burchell; mother, Betty Ruth Grubb Burchell; brother, Jackie Leonard Burchell; sisters, Judy Ann Burchell and Barbara Jean Burchell; sister-in-law, Loretta Burchell.
Kelley Leann Dyer Mink, age 24 of Powder Springs, TN, passed away suddenly Thursday, September 30, 2021 at home. She was a former member of Lake Shore Missionary Baptist Church and present member of the Fellowship Christian Church. She was the owner operator of Sweet Southern Roots Boutique and online auction company. Kelley was the most loving, caring, and kindhearted person that anyone could meet. She loved the Lord and truly cherished her friends and online auction family. She loved her family dearly and will be greatly missed.
James Michael Elkins, of Washburn, TN, died unexpectedly on September 28, 2021 in a car accident. The family is deeply saddened by his sudden death. He was born on August 23, 1968 in Landstuhl, Germany on U.S soil, graduated from Grissom High School in Huntsville, AL, served in the Alabama Army National Guard, and lived mostly in Tennessee towards the end of his life.
William “Leon” Collins-age 49 of Blaine went to be with his Heavenly Father Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital.
Survivors: Mother of his daughter, Kelli; daughter, Leah Collins; Leon was her number one fan in softball and she was the love of his life. Parents, Lonnie and Shirley Collins, brother, Wayne (Loretta) Williams, niece, Brianna (Michael) Hickman; great-niece, McKinley Hickman.
Jesse (Jay) Hubert Capps-age 81 of Powder Springs passed away Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Morristown-Hamblen Hospital. He was preceded in death by parents, Jesse and Estie Capps; sister, Maggie and brothers, Eugene, Frank, Kermit and Duane.
Survivors: wife of 59 years, Linda Jean Capps; two sons, Brian Capps and Bradley (Avery) Capps; grandchildren, T. J., Virginia, Rebecca, Jesse, Caty, Marcus, Callie, Chole, Cassie and Ava; Eight great-grandchildren. Brothers, Ira and Ronnie Capps.
Janice Marie (Hensley) Pimental-age 61 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at U. T. Medical Center. She was of the Christian faith. Former employee of L.B.C. Utility. Preceded in death by parents, James Kelly and Georgia (Brown) Hensley; brother, Kenneth Hensley; husband, Reo Strevel.
Judith Ann Martin-age 78 of Maynardville passed away peacefully Thursday, September 23, 2021 at her home with her family at her side. She was a retired CAN with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by her parents, Paris and Mary Lee West; three brothers, Gary, Bobby Ray and William West; one sister, Selma Wylie.
Jackie Lynn Atkins-age 40 of Luttrell, born November 19, 1980 passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021 at North Knoxville Medical Center. His family ws his whole world. He loved to go camping and fishing. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Jack A. Atkins, Sr and J. B. Wyrick; father, Jack A. Atkins, Jr.
Nellie Ruth Edmondson (Coffey), age 85 of Maynardville, TN. Born Feb 6, 1936 in Tazewell, TN passed away at her home in Maynardville under the care of UT Hospice, Sept 24, 2021. She was a member of Chittum Chapel Baptist Church in Tazewell. She was preceded in death by her husband: Ray E. Edmondson of Maynardville, whom she loved and cared for so well, for better and for worse, even through a debilitating stroke. Parents Rev.John H Coffey and Mrs.
Eva Jeanette (Oaks) Bull-age 74 of Maynardville went to be with our Lord and Saviour Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at her home. She was a member of Home Faith Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Reverend Fate and Etta (Russell) Oaks; husband of 43 ½ years, Reverend Clarence Bull; father and mother-in-law, Silas and Murlie Bull; infant granddaughter, Christa Lachae Braden; infant great-grandson, Brayden William Frye, step-son, Wayne Bull; brother, L. G. Oaks.
Timothy DeWayne “Tim” Hensley-age 49 of Corryton passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at his home. Tim was born November 6, 1971. He was a member of Luttrell Missionary Baptist Church. He was the owner/operator of Ameri Tree Care. Preceded in death by father, A. J. Hensley; brother, Tony Hensley.
Gary Wade Beeler-age 62 of Corryton passed away Sunday, Sept 19, 2021. He was a born-again Christian who is now resting in peace, pain and worry free. He had a kind smile and a loving heart. Ready to drop whatever he was doing to help anyone in need. There was nothing that he could not do from pulling wrenches, drawing, working on computers, to building things like houses and sheds. He had a thirst for knowledge and was always learning new things. He was an amazing person with a humble spirit who will be dearly missed. He was a U. S. Army Veteran.
Curtis Scott Braden-age 53 of Luttrell passed away Monday, September 20, 2021 at his home. Preceded in death by parents, father, Donald Braden; mother, Naomi Grimes.
Survivors: daughters, Tabitha Braden, Crystal Hillard, Carrie Bailey; sons, Ronnie French and Johnny Rogers. Sisters and brothers, Robin (Gary) Flynn of Clinton; Daris Braden of Luttrell, Misty Little of Knoxville, Monty (Missy) Walker of Maynardville, Franklin D. Grimes, II of Strawberry Plains. Several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
