Joyce A. Nicley-age 62 of Maynardville, born February 15, 1963, passed away peacefully at home Monday, September 8, 2025, with family by her side. She was a member of Nave Hill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, L.D. Nicley; daughter, Kimberly Nicely; grandson, Kenneth Nicley; her parents, John Henry and Artie F. Lawson; brother, Jim Lawson.
Mary Raley Jones, age 78 of Maynardville, TN, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in the comfort of her home, embraced by the love of her family and friends after a week of heartfelt goodbyes. A devoted Christian, Mary found strength and solace in her faith throughout her life. For the past two years, she bravely faced the challenges of being bedridden following a second stroke, with her loving husband Dale Jones caring for her tirelessly and compassionately until the very end.
Scotty Lester Brock – age 64 of Washburn, born November 24, 1960, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Carolyn Brock; parents, Raymond S. Brock and Barbara I. Jordan Brock; sister, Patricia Epperson.
He is survived by his sons, Eric Brock, Lee Brock and wife Laura Lakins; brother, Larry Brock; sister, Ida McGinnis; brother-in-law, Donnie Epperson; step-brothers, Teddy Cameron, Joe Cameron and wife Donna; nieces, Tina Nicley, Julie Gulley; close friend, Raleigh Marcum; a host of family and friends.
In Loving Memory of Mary Rose Burkhart
December 6, 1964 – August 30, 2025
Mary Rose Burkhart, age 60, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed peacefully into eternal rest on August 30, 2025. Born on December 6, 1964, Mary lived a life devoted to family, faith, and storytelling. She graduated from East Tennessee State University in 1988 with a degree in Communications and Public Relations. Mary was a talented writer who took great care in preserving her family's history- recording oral stories shared by our grandparents and researching the roots that shaped their lives.
Jackie Ray (Jack) Collins-age 79 of Maynardville, born November 7, 1945 went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 29, 2025 at North Knoxville Medical Center. He was a member of Warwick’s Chapel Baptist Church; U. S. Army Veteran; Retired employee of Greyhound. Preceded in death by Reverend Conley Austin Collins and Margaret Lillian (Thomas) Collins; brothers, John, Jerry and Robert Collins; sisters, Shirley Collins, Mary Rose Tolliver; Gaynell Cox, Nancy Carter; niece, Temeriah Collins.
Dennis Ray Dyer-age 77 of Luttrell passed away Friday evening, August 29, 2025 at his home. He was a member of Willow Springs Baptist Church and a U. S. Army Veteran of the Viet Nam War. Retired employee of Scripps Networks. Dennis was a devoted husband, father, step-father, papaw and a friend to all who knew him. Preceded in death by parents, Lester and Oreice (Kitts) Dyer; infant sister, Edna Lucille Dyer; brothers, Kenneth Dyer, James Dyer and Charlie Dyer.
Kenneth Ray Johnson – age 78 of Big Ridge, passed away on August 28, 2025. He was a lover of Norris Lake and loved to fish and hunt. Later in life he enjoyed playing UNO and Five Card Draw. Kenneth sang gospel songs every day and wanted everyone to know his love for the Lord. He was a Navy Veteran and retired from JBM Custom Metal Fabricators. Kenneth will be dearly missed by so many loved ones.
Regina Dillingham, age 73 of Maynardville, Tennessee passed peacefully at home on Monday, August 25, 2025. Born January 14th, 1952 in Gadsden, Alabama, currently residing in Maynardville, Tennessee. She was the 1st child of 5 children born to Rev. Charles and Jimmie Dean McClure.
Lilliana Starr Ayers-born August 24, 2025 at 3:30 a.m. and passed away at 6:20 a.m. at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. She is now resting in the arms of Jesus. She was loved so much by her family and would have been spoiled by all who knew her. Preceded in death by her uncle, Ian Cansler; great grandparents, John Ayers, Jr., George Cansler and Lucille Cureton.
Kathy Gayle Hensley-age 73 of Luttrell went to be with Jesus Saturday, August 23, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church. Kathy was a hard worker and loved by all that ever met her. She was a former employee of American Clothing, Palm Beach and Rock-Tenn. Preceded in death by parents, Albert and Bonita (Boles) Hensley; sister, Shelby Beeler; brother-in-law, Hughie Beeler and brother, Doyle Hensley.
America has lost another of her Vietnam Veterans. (Francis) Van Manning-age 77 of Maryville TN passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025 at UT Medical Center and is now at peace with his Savior. Van was a disabled combat veteran having served two tours as a Navy Corpsman aboard the USS White Plains and the USS Kittyhawk during the Vietnam Conflict. An accident on deck of the USS White Plains exposed all the sailors to Agent Orange and the resulting disabling consequences.
Philip D. Goddard-age 79 of Benton, Tennessee passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025.Born on August 5th, 1946 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He volunteered for the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam. He will be remembered for the love he had for family and friends. Phil was preceded in death by his parents Leonard Clay Goddard and Adeane Rose King Goddard, his sister Peggy J. Higdon.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Laura A. Goddard. Siblings: Betty L. Goddard,
Jimmy L. Goddard (wife, Mary Ellen) and nieces and nephews.
Earl George Walker-age 83, born September 16, 1941, of 9101 Three Points Rd., Mascot, formerly of Maynardville passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Heritage Assisted Living, Knoxville. He is retired from the Tennessee State Department of Transportation. He was a member of Alder Springs Baptist Church.
Daryl Wayne Goin-age 74 of Corryton went to be with the Lord, Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith. Daryl was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a retired employee of Smurffit-Stone, Knoxville. Preceded in death by his parents, Rev. John and Bertha (Hickle) Goin; brother, Samuel Goin; son-in-law, Adam Gass.
Larry Paul-age 58 of Maynardville passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 17, 2025. Larry enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles and playing music. Preceded in death by his father, Willard Paul; sisters, Inez Paul, Beck Paul.
He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Paul; sons, Adam Paul, Eli Paul, Charles James; daughter, Suzi Thurman; grandchildren, Damien Thurman, Allison Thurman; mother, Hagar Paul; sister, Missy Paul; special nephew, Alex Keck and a host of friends.
Judy Anderson Ramey age 79 of Corryton, previously of Luttrell for many years, went home to be with Jesus suddenly on August 14 2025 surrounded by her family at UT medical center.
Carl James Wyrick (81) passed away peacefully at home Thursday, August 14, 2025. He was born April 21, 1944 at his home place in Luttrell, TN. Carl is preceded in death by his parents, Calday & Frances (Pierce) Wyrick; brothers, Theodore, OG, Fred; sisters, Hester, Sally, Pearl, Carolyn, Barbara; nephews, Steve Atkins, James Wyrick, Jeff Wyrick, Michael Tolliver, Russ Tolliver; niece, Becky Tolliver.
He is also preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary "Penny" Wyrick. They shared a great life with lots of love, patience, forgiveness, fishing and love for family.
James “Tony” Meltabarger – age 66 of Maynardville, passed away August 13, 2025 at Covenant Park West Hospital. He was a member of Clear Branch Baptist Church.
Tony is survived by wife of 41 years, Robin Meltabarger; son, Jeremy (Heather) Meltabarger; daughter, Haley Beason; grandchildren, Teyannah, Delaney, Easton, Baylee Meltabarger; Corbin Beason, Kiara Medina and Draven White; parents, Jim and Joyce Meltabarger; and brother, Marty Meltabarger. The family wishes to thank the nurses in the CCU, Kate, Megan and Anthony at Park West Hospital
John William Ayers, Jr.-age 76 of Luttrell went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, August 12, 2025. He was a member of Highland Springs Baptist Church in Blaine. Graduate of Horace Maynard High School, Class of 1967. John was a retired conductor for Norfolk-Southern Railroad and was a Veteran serving in the U. S. Army. Preceded in death by parents, John William Ayes and Ida Katherine (Young) Ayers; former wife, Brenda Ayers; brother-in-law, J. C. DeVault.
Kathy Jane England-age 68 of Cumberland Gap went to be with the Lord Friday, August 8, 2025 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by father, Joe England; mother, Betty England; brother, Ronald England.
Survivors: Son, Brad Wagner; daughter, Casey Wagner; special daughter, Trinity Wagner; granddaughters, Jayden Wagner, Khloe Wagner; great-granddaughter, Miriam Weaver; sister, June Brown; sister, Sharon Chumley. A host of nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Special cousin, Joan Varner.