Eddie J. V. Buckner-age 72 of Luttrell. After a two-year battle with cancer. He fought a good fight and his battle was won 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 24, 2021 when he went to be with the Lord. He was a loving husband, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a member of Ailordale Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Cecil Buckner; sister Loretta Beeler, Faye Williams, Margaret Arnwine and his beloved grandson, Nathan Buckner.
Paul Aldon Mynatt, age 90, happily reunited with his beautiful and beloved wife, Betty Jane Muncey Mynatt, in Heaven on February 24, 2021. They were happily married for 45 years and will now be together for all eternity praising Jesus their Savior and their Heavenly Father God. He was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church, Luttrell, TN. Preceded in death was the love of his life Betty; parents Charles and Sarah Jane Mynatt; sister Nellie Frasier; and brothers Elbert and Hubert Mynatt; son-in-law, Larry Baker.
Everett Junior Patrick-age 77 of Luttrell passed away suddenly Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at his home. Funeral services 2 P.M. Friday, February 26, 2021, Cooke-Campbell Mortuary Chapel, Rev. Steven Rondeau officiating. Interment will follow at Dyer Cemetery, Luttrell. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Ruth Dell Mihaltian-age 92 of Washburn passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at North Knoxville Medical Center.
She will be cremated and the ashes returned to Ohio for burial. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Joseph Francis Reihl-age 73 of Knoxville passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Parkwest Medical Center. He was a U. S. Navy Veteran.
Cremation is planned with interment at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery on John Sevier Highway, Knoxville.
Karen Hensley Brown-age 52 of Maynardville passed away Sunday morning, February 21, 2021 at Parkwest Medical Center. She was a member of Jim Town Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Larry E., Sr. and Carolyn Kitts Hensley; brother, Larry E. Hensley, Jr.
Survivors: husband, Tony Brown; daughters, Kasey (Doug) Crawford, Ashley (Ryan) Brown; step-daughter, Amanda (Jay) Thomas; son, Shane (Megan) Brown; grandchildren, Trina Crawford, Jase Crawford, Vincin Kingrey, Jacob Thomas, Mason Thomas, Josh Thomas, Bella Thomas and one on the way.
Cecil D. “Dob” Helton-age 88 of Washburn took his Heavenly flight to be with the Lord 11:19 P.M. Friday, February 19, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was a lifelong member of Elm Springs Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a deacon since 1988 and spent his life helping others as well as his dedication to serving the Lord. He was preceded in death by parents, Anderson and Mary Jane Helton along with eight brothers and three sisters.
Ella Mae Roberts-age 88 of Knoxville (formerly of Corryton) passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 at her home. She was a member of Nehemiah Church. She was a devoted Christian who served the Lord, alongside of her husband, in Christian ministry over several decades. She leaves an incredible legacy of service and love for others for all of us to follow. She was a dedicated employee of the Halls Wal-Mart, Jewelry Department, retiring after 15 years of service.
Tommy Edward Wolfenbarger-age 63 of Luttrell went to be with the Lord Wednesday morning, February 17, 2021 at his home. He was of the Baptist faith and was an avid animal lover. Preceded in death by daughter, Dana Wolfenbarger; father, Troy Edward Wolfenbarger; brother, Richard Wolfenbarger; step-father, George Lee; brother-in-law, Bo Slagle
Betty Lou “Ludy” Chesney-age 88 of Luttrell passed away peacefully Friday morning, February 19, 2021 at her home. She was a lifelong member of Black Fox Primitive Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Horace and Bertha Chesney; siblings, Roy, Frank, Dick and Mary Chesney, Gladys and Rob Farmer, Kate and Rub Larmer and brother-in-law, Gene Dyer.
Surviving siblings, special sister, Daisy Dyer; brother, Bill and Dolly Chesney. Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews.
Deadrick “Rick” Croxdale, Jr. – age 60 of Maynardville, passed away February 17, 2021. He was a member of American Christian Church. Rick was an assistant golf pro at Oak Ridge Country Club.
He is preceded in death by parents, Deck and Inez Croxdale. Rick is survived by his wife of 33 years, Vicky (Langley) Croxdale; stepdaughter, Mandy (Craig) Chaffins; grandchildren, Nick and Elijah Chaffins; sister, Norma (Ken) Brown; nephew, Paul (Cindy) Newman; and grand nieces, Nicole, Ashley and Haley.
Don David Johnson – age 78 of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away February 17, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was of the Baptist faith.
Monroe Alex Brown-age 74 of Maynardville passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was a retired patent Attorney. Born in New Jersey, he was the son of the late Grant and Florence Jacobson Brown.
Private interment 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 20, 2021, Lakeview Cemetery, Lenoir City. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
James Edward Kessinger-age 88 of Washburn passed away suddenly Tuesday morning, February 16, 2021 at North Knoxville Medical Center. U. S. Army Veteran. He was a retired truck driver and loved to fish on Norris Lake and he enjoyed playing guitar with his friend, Billy Joe Nicely. Jim was a dual member of Powell Lodge #582 F & AM in Powell and Robinson-Plumb Lodge #266 in Kentucky. He was also a member of the Scottish Rite in Louisville, Kentucky and a Shriner. He was preceded in death by parents, Slaughter Francis and Bertha Ann Kessinger; son, Wesley Kessinger.
Margaret Lynn Bowles – age 83 of Maynardville, born November 26, 1937, went to her Heavenly home, February 16, 2021 at home with her family. She was saved at a young age and is a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
Helen L. Lay Holloway-age 80 of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at The Waters of Clinton. She was preceded in death by husbands, Ralph Lay and George Holloway; son, Patrick Lay.
Survivors: son, Gary Lay, Sharps Chapel along with other relatives and friends.
Rev. Clyde E. Beeler-age 67 of Corryton, born August 30, 1953 went to his Heavenly home Saturday, February 13, 2021 at U. T. Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Cline and Reva Beeler.
Survived by wife, Thelma Beeler; children, Kevin (Sherry) Beeler and Julia Beeler; grandchildren, Alexis Riggs, Austin Beeler, Kaitlyn (Cody) Arnold; great-grandchild, Judson Arnold. Sisters, Louise (Charles) Sharp, Jeannie (Fred) Sokoloski, Sue (Phil) Gheen; brothers, Tommy (Tammy) Beeler, William (Sandy) Beeler, Frank (Susan) Beeler.
Carolyn Kitts Hensley-age 72 of Luttrell passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Jim Town Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Larry Hensley, Sr.; son, Larry Hensley, Jr.; parents, Estel and Jaunita (Black) Kitts; sister, Janice Wyrick.
David Michael Hayes-age 46 of Knoxville passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at his home. David was of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by sister, Melissa Daniels; uncles, Rick Lane, Clark Lane and Rick Hayes.
Survivors: wife, Stephanie Dunn; son, Dakota Hayes, daughter, Brittany Miller; granddaughter, Khaleesi Miller, all of Knoxville. Mother, Joan Ray; father, Steve Hayes; his best friend Tucker (his dog); several aunts, uncles and a host of friends. David was loved by everyone that knew him. He will be missed by all that loved him.
Helen Marie Smith-age 70 of Maynardville passed away Thursday morning, February 11, 2021 at Claiborne Medical Center. She was saved and professed faith in Christ at an early age. Preceded in death by parents, Clayton “Buster” and Cleo R. Smith.
Survivors: brother, Boyd Smith and wife, Nancy; nephews, Joey Smith, Jeffrey Smith; niece, Jill Jones and husband, Josh; great-nephews, Jake and Juddson Jones. Her special girl, Ivey Buckner; special friend, Allen Buckner along with a host of other friends.