Rev. John C. Strevel-age 72 of Luttrell passed away peacefully Saturday morning, January 29, 2022 at his home. He was a member of New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of Wolf Tree Service with 52 years of service. He is preceded in death by wife, Edna (Sissy) Strevel; son, Johnny Matthew Strevel; parents, Ralph and Hazel (Nicley) Strevel; sister, Maude Nicley; brothers, Jimmy Joe Nicley, Reo Strevel, Tom Strevel, Jake Nicley,
Mary Margaret (Buckner) Crawford-age 73 of Maynardville, 1948-2022 passed away Friday morning, January 28, 2022 at North Knoxville Medical Center. Well did our Lord look down the years when he saw our beloved mother, when he pinned Proverbs 31: 10-31. Her own works sing her praises. Born in New York and raised in Tennessee. She was sent to school at the early age of 4. She worked in the garden that kept her family fed and helped raise her two younger siblings throughout her younger years. When she graduated Gibbs High School at the age of 16, she went to a two-year college.
Brenda Sue Wyrick-age 53 of Luttrell went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 27, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She had devoted her life to caring for others and was an outstanding nurse for 36 years. Preceded in death by mother, Sarah Holloway; brother, Rueben Holloway; father-in-law, Roskco Wyrick, Sr.
William “Snook” Nelson – age 76 of Middlesboro, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022 at St. Joseph Hospital in London, Kentucky.
He is preceded in death by parents, J. R. and Ethel Nelson; and brothers, Tommy and Doug Nelson. William is survived by sister, Doris Ann (Jimmy) McDowell; nieces, Mary Ann McDowell, Darci Burdge and Lorri Nelson; and a host of cousins and friends.
Marie Wallace-age 83 of Louisville, Tennessee, formerly of Luttrell passed away Friday, January 21, 2022 at Select Specialty Hospital. She was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by parents, John and Mamilee Canada; brothers, Clarence Canada, Dave Canada; sisters, Juanita Chamberlain, Johnny Mae Baker, Minnie Idol.
Stelmo Estell (Dalton) Branson-age 85 of Washburn passed away Saturday morning, January 22, 2022 at the home of her daughter in Tazewell, Tennessee. She was born September 11, 1936 the daughter of the late Walter B. and Sarah Jane (Atkins) Dalton. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 46 years, Paul E. Branson; daughters, Donna M. Throesch and Doris E. Curran; brothers, Hubert Stanley Dalton, Aaron “Boot” Buford Dalton, Bedford Conley Dalton and Elvin Burnace Dalton, Fernly Clifford Dalton; sisters, Thelma Dalton Collins, Reva Mae Dalton Wilmouth.
Alfred Gene Shope, Sr. – age 66 of Maynardville, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022.
He is preceded in death by parents, John A. and Mable Marie Shope. Alfred is survived by wife, Linda G. Shope; son, Alfred Gene Shope, Jr.; daughters, Jenny Marie, Taylor Leanne and Abigail Rose Shope; grandsons, Ezekiel Chase Klimek; along with a host of family and friends.
George Edward Brown, Jr. “Butch”-age 63 of Maynardville, formerly of Petal, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Parkwest Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, George E., Sr. and Patsy Brown.
Survivors: wife of 28 years, Diana “Kandy” Brown; five children, Joey Brown, Nicole Taylor, Jessica Elliott, Robby Carroll, Joey Carroll; 14 grandchildren. Brother, Kenneth Brown; sisters, Cindy Berry and Patricia Daughdrill. Several nieces and nephews along with a host of other family members and friends.
Ina R. (Ogle) Lane-age 82 of Luttrell, born June 21, 1939 in Sevier County passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022 at her home. Ina entered into her eternal celebration that she had the assurance of from her teenage years. She was a member of Union Chapel Baptist Church, Maynardville and was a loving grandmother, mother, sister and friend who always put the needs of others before her own.
Geraldine (Richards) Bailey-age 79 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday morning, January 12, 2022 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. Preceded in death by mother, Nora Bell Richards; brothers, Benny Richards and Steve Richards; son, Roger Lynn Treece; daughter, Patricia Ann Treece.
Joyce Vandergriff Turner - age 67 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 10, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Martha Vandergriff and Della Mae Oaks. Joyce is survived by son, Charles Gentry and daughter-in-law Natasha; daughter, LeeAnn Turner Large and son-in-law Eric; grandson, Dakota Gentry; granddaughters, Evelyn Gentry, Destiny and Emma Large; and siblings, Michael Vandergriff, Kyle Vandergriff, Tony Vandergriff and Patsy Mallicoat. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
Anna Leora “Lee” Graves Pollard Kitts went home to her Heavenly Father January 10, 2022 at the age of 89. She had a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ her Lord. Anna adored her children and all of her siblings. She enjoyed showing kindness to others by sending bouquets of flowers to her shut-in friends. She loved her plants, music and a good road trip. Anna was also an excellent seamstress, working for many years at Hall Brown and John H. Daniels.
Clyde L. Monroe-age 93 of Maynardville passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Willow Ridge Center. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Maynardville; a graduate of Horace Maynard High School, class of 1945 and a U. S. Army Veteran 1950-1951. Preceded in death by parents, Raymond and Bonnie (Palmer) Monroe; siblings, Gareth P. Monroe, Mary Jo Meyer, Willa Sue Cox, Eugene D. Monroe.
Johnie Marie McCurry - age 80 of Corryton, went to her heavenly home January 8, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. Johnie Marie was born February 7, 1941 in Luttrell. Her love and humor were adored by everyone who knew her. Johnie was a mother, sister, mamaw, friend and devoted care giver to many. She was one of the founding members of Fellowship Christian Church where she spent her Sundays serving her savior.
Joshua Dustin (Dusty) Sexton, age 34, of Maynardville passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022. He was born on October 14, 1987. Dusty is preceded in death by his mother, Janice Sexton and grandparents. Dusty is survived by his father, Jerry Sexton and step-mom, Brenda Sexton; his children, Aubree and Konnor Sexton; his siblings, Toni (Tim) Brown, Chris (Kayla) Sexton, Gina (John) Hale, Jennifer (Jeremy) Brake and his nieces and nephews.
Jody Lee Eastridge-age 51 of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday, January 3, 2021 at his home. He was a member of Taylor’s Grove Baptist Church. Preceded in death by father, Fred Lee Eastridge.
Bert “Black” Smith, Jr. passed away at his home surrounded by family on December 31, 2021. He was a member of Chestnut Grove Church. Bert worked at East Tennessee Packing Company, TMSI and was a beloved bus driver.
Rev. Glen E. Beeler went home to be with his heavenly Father on Friday December 31st . More than anything Glen loved Christ fiercely and reflected his love for Christ through the way he adored his family, served his community through pastoring, and encouraged others to get to know his risen Savior.
Barbara Sue (Wyrick) Rutherford-age 71 of Maynardville, born October 25, 1950 passed away Thursday morning, December 30, 2021 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church. Preceded in death by son, Russell Luke Tolliver; daughter, Rebecca Pierce; parents, Calday and Francis Wyrick; brothers, Fred Wyrick, O. G. Wyrick, Theodore Wyrick; sisters, Carolyn Kitts, Othella (Sally) Corum, Pearl Atkins, Hester Atkins.
Nellie Wynn – 48 of Maynardville, passed away December 26, 2021 with family by her side. She was born March 27, 1973 to Willis and Mildred Wynn. Your life touched so many others and will be remembered forever more, to leave the world a better place than it had been before.