Obituaries

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Deloris Garrett

March 5, 2026

Deloris “Nana” Garrett, 87 of Maryville, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on March 5, 2026. She was preceded in death by husband: Sanford “Pudge” Garrett, and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter and son-...
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Fred Lynn Davis

March 4, 2026

Fred "Lynn" Davis, 76 of Louisville, TN passed away peacefully at home on March 4, 2026 after a courageously fought, long battle with cancer, surrounded by his family. Lynn was born on April 3, 1949, to Fred and Katheline Davis in Maryville, TN. H...

Ronda Janet Murphy

February 24, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Ronda Jeanette Nuchols Murphy, who departed this world peacefully on February 24, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on July 28, 1960, in the charming town...

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Dennis Eugene Brantley

February 23, 2026

Dennis E. Brantley He was a soldier in the Kingdom of Heaven, a Veteran of US Army serving in Vietnam, loving husband and father, and grandfather. Worked at Ford Motor Company for 42 years. Preceded in death by his father and mother Clifford ...

Lloyd Weston Smith

February 20, 2026

Lloyd Weston Smith of Knoxville age 97, passed peaceably into the loving arms of his Savior on February 20, 2026, in Maryville TN. Lloyd was a longtime member of Fairview United Methodist Church in Maryville where he served on many committees and ta...

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Robert (Bob) Garner

February 18, 2026

Robert “Bob” Garner born December 17, 1941, in Louisville, TN and went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday February 18, 2026. Bob was a Navy veteran, a retired construction worker, and he loved all sports, especially golf. He was a member of...

Elizabeth Kay Hayes

February 14, 2026

Elizabeth Kay Hayes, 72 of Friendsville, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026.  She was the daughter of the late Ben and Artella Chapman of Friendsville.  She was preceded in death by son: Robert Lee Gentry, husband: Tim Hayes, and second husban...
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Bridget Renee Young

February 12, 2026

Bridget Renee Young, of Blount County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at the age of 58. She was born on December 6, 1967, in Hammond, Indiana, but moved to Tennessee in the 90's and never looked back. She was a member of Hope...

Clifford C. Hightower Sr.

February 9, 2026

Clifford C. Hightower Sr., 88, of Maryville, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, at the Mountain Home VA Hospital in Johnson City.  Cliff, also affectionately known as “Bus,” was a proud U.S. Army veteran, who served 21 years for his country. He served t...

Kathaleen Boring

February 9, 2026

Ms. Kathaleen “Kathy” Boring, 75, of Maryville, was born on May 27, 1950, in Clinton, Tennessee, and passed away on February 9, 2026. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sibling. Kathy leaves behind a legacy filled with ...

Lorraine Catherine Zickefoose

February 7, 2026

Mrs. Lorraine Catherine Blakely Zickefoose, age 88, of Alcoa, peacefully entered her Heavenly Home on February 7, 2026. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Lorraine later moved to Tennessee where she and her husband, Arlo B. Zickefoose, Sr., began their fa...
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Lois Louise Buchanan

February 7, 2026

Lois Buchanan 80, of Maryville Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025 in her hometown. Born on August 13, 1945 in Maryville, she remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped her life and faith. Lois was a devoted wife to James B...
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Iva Lee Christopher

February 3, 2026

Iva Christopher, age 93, passed away on February 3, 2026. She retired from Millers Dept. Store. Iva was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by parents: John N. and Mamie Whitehead Christopher, sisters and brothers-in-law: He...
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Jackie Trellis Cooper

February 1, 2026

Jackie Trellis Cooper, age 48, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, February 1, 2026....
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Mark E. Edwards

January 31, 2026

Mark Edwin Edwards age 67 of Maryville passed away Saturday evening January 31, 2026. He is preceded in death by His Father: Joseph E. Edwards, Mother: Lucille L. Edwards, His Brother: Michael Herb Edwards. He is survived by his Wife: Sharon Foley,...

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Bobby Joe Pesterfield

January 16, 2026

Bobby Joe Pesterfield age 69 of Maryville, Tennessee departed this life on Friday, January 16th, 2026 at his home with family by his side. He was proceeded in death by his parents Gene and Margaret Pesterfield of Louisville, Tennessee along with Arn...
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Gladys Louise Coada

January 12, 2026

Gladys Louise Coada, age 84, having faith in Christ, passed away peacefully at her home. She attended Red Top Baptist Church until her health declined. She was preceded in death by her husband: Fern Coada, her mother: Effie Buchanan, her brother: L...

Margaret Cooper

January 10, 2026

Margaret “Peggy” Cooper, 88 of Maryville, passed away January 10, 2026. She was a member of West Maryville Baptist Church. Peggy was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and thought of as a “mamaw” to countless others she provi...
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Wesley (Wes) Hall Goddard

January 9, 2026

Wesly (Wes) Hall Goddard, formerly of Louisville, TN, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, at his home in Smyrna, TN. He was born on May 20, 1940, and was the much-beloved son of Roy Wesley Goddard and Frances Hall Goddard. A devout Christian...
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Barbara Anna Johnson

January 9, 2026

Barbara Anna Johnson “Grandma Mouse” age 88 of Maryville Tennessee passed away in the evening hours of January 9th, 2026. Originally born in Chicago and later from Michigan, Barbara and her late husband Isaac moved to Tennessee in the late 1970...
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Emmett Hickman

January 9, 2026

Emmett "Dale" Hickman of Lenoir City, TN., passed away on January 9, 2026, in Charleston, SC. He was 76 years old. A proud veteran, he served in the USAF as a defensive bunker sentry in the 377th Security Police Squadron while in Vietnam. He was a...
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Hubert Allen Borden

January 7, 2026

Hubert Allen Borden, age 80 of Maryville, Tennessee went to be with his Lord and Savior on 7th day of January, 2026. Hubert was very loved by his wife, family, community, as well as his beloved cats. After serving his country in the Vietnam War he ...
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Tena Leasa Blankenship

December 26, 2025

Tena Leasa Blankenship (Jones), age 54, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away at her home on December 26, 2025, covered by the love of Jesus Christ. Tena was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and loving aunt whose greatest joy was her family...
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Andrew Jackson Loveday

December 22, 2025

Andrew Jackson Loveday aka “Pee Wee”, born August 28, 1985, left this earth suddenly and charged the gates of Heaven on Monday, December 22, 2025. To know Andrew, was to love him. He was the most wonderful husband, best daddy, and most loyal frie...
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Mary Lois Yearout

December 21, 2025

Mary Lois (Tipton) (Hicks) Yearout, age 89, of Maryville, TN, passed away peacefully at home on December 21, 2025, surrounded by love. She was born on January 5, 1936, and lived a life full of grace, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was pre...