Obituaries
August 8, 2025
Edith Carol Lewis age 72, of Friendsville, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025, at home surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by parents: Florence and Mark Reagan, sisters: Sally Thompson and Margrete Bowers, brother: Bobby "Happy" Reagan, ...August 1, 2025
Kelly Michael Grayble age 61 of Maryville passed away after a long battle with cancer, he was most at home on the softball field or delivering tires and car parts, he was preceded to death by his father Raymond Grayble. He is survived by his mother J...August 1, 2025
James “Jimmy” Calvin Gann, age 73, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy proudly served in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged as an E5 Technical Sergeant with the 134th Unit. He lat...July 27, 2025
Lois Patty age 93 Born in Cades Cove, peacefully passed away at home on July 27, 2025, she was a long-time member of Bethel Baptist Church, Lois was preceded in death by her parents Rufus and Flora Coada, husband of 70 years James Patty, daughter Kat...July 22, 2025
Morgan Lee “Buddy” Gant, 81, passed away at home on July 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He served in the United States Air Force for 33 years and was honorably discharged as an E6 TSGT. His primary specialty was Security Forces Craftsman...July 20, 2025
Shelby Rae Williams, 34 of Maryville, passed away July 20, 2025. She was a loving wife, mother of four beautiful and wonderful children, daughter, and best friend. She was an angel on earth who was very patient with her husband and family. She ...July 14, 2025
Barbara “Jean” Queen, 86, went peacefully to be with the Lord on July 14, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her loving husband of sixty si...July 12, 2025
Polly Marie Woodby Stephens passed away July 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by father: Charley Woodby, mother: Eva Caylor Woodby, husband: Doyle H. Stephens, sisters: Charlotte Jean, Mary Jeske, June Whitehead, Geneva Waters, Louise Moore, and...July 7, 2025
Terry Stephen Vineyard, 72 of Maryville, went to be with the Lord on July 7, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was a member of The Upper Room where he loved to sing. He was preceded in death by parent...July 5, 2025
Allen Dale Spradling born January 31, 1945, went to be with the Lord July 5, 2025. He retired from Sea Ray Boats and loved gardening and working with wood. He is preceded in death by his parents Clyde and Mary Spradling, his wife Margaret Ann Spradli...July 3, 2025
Mollie Jones, lovingly known as Mama, Mamaw, Minnie, and Mamaw Papaw Ginger, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 3, 2025. She was the heart of our family — a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life radiated lov...June 30, 2025
Stephen Smith Murphy Sr., 72 of Maryville, TN, born February 8, 1953, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025. He is survived by wife: Ronda Murphy; children: Jennifer Jordan with husband Darren Jordan, Stephen Murphy Jr., with wife Stacey ...June 23, 2025
Chester Myers Gredig, 75, of Walland, TN, born August 31, 1949, passed away peacefully on Monday June 23, 2025. Survived by sons; Stanley Gredig, with fiancé Amanda Williams of Altoona, PA and Randall and Jami Gredig of Maryville, TN, sisters; Ann S...June 18, 2025
In Loving Memory of John Thomas “Tommy” Russell. On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, John Thomas (Tommy) Russell peacefully left his earthly home to spend eternity in heaven with his Savior. A true man of God, Tommy devoted his life to sharing the goo...June 16, 2025
Mary Ruth Hannah Downey, born December 14, 1945, and went to her heavenly home on June 16, 2025. If you had the opportunity to get to know her, then you are blessed. Everyone who met her loved her. Mary is survived by sons, Kenneth O. Downey (S...June 14, 2025
Mary "Kay" Russell passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and special friends on Saturday June 14, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Jerry Ray Russell, sister Shirley Shields, and her parents Rachel & Harold Pete ...June 9, 2025
Tyler Allen Roberts, 23 years of age, passed away unexpectedly on June 9, 2025. He was the beloved son of Randy and Kim Roberts. Tyler will be remembered for his outgoing personality and his ability to make everyone around him laugh. He never back...June 8, 2025
Skyler Shay-Sellers Beason, passed away on June 8, 2025. He is survived by his parents: Anthony and Aurora, brother: Tobias, grandparents: Bruce and April Sellers, uncles and aunts: Aaron, Austin, Nicholas, Jaedis, Cooper, Tyler, Brayden, Abby, Xavi...May 21, 2025
Christie “Janie” Ferguson, 57 of Maryville, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 21, 2025. She was preceded in death by father: George Ferguson, mother: Martha Ferguson, sisters: Sandra Kay Ferguson and Patty Mason, brother: Ge...May 20, 2025
Todd Stanifer (husband of Terri Willard Stanifer) 55, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Todd was an incredible son, loving husband, amazing father, and a super-engaging uncle. Todd has 3 young grandchildren: Ensley, Everson, and Raina. They were ...May 19, 2025
Margie Louann Brown, 83 of Maryville, TN, went home to be with the Lord on May 19, 2025. Born March 2, 1942, in Yolyn, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by the love of her life Jimmy King, Parents Forrest Bartley Pettry and Maxine Williams P...May 19, 2025
David “Boss” Benson, 76, passed away May 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. David was born June 8, 1948, in Blount County to the late Ernest and Dixie Benson. He was a beloved father, brother, papaw, and great papaw. He is preceded ...Georgie Lucile Potter Frye Sluder
May 17, 2025
Georgie Lucile Potter Fry Sluder, 96, born March 6, 1929, and passed away May 17, 2025. She was the oldest member of Zion Chapel Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by husband: Robert Frye, second husband: Charles Sluder, parents: Cara and ...May 12, 2025
Condas (C.D.) Arwood age 85 of Louisville passed away Monday, May 12, 2025, at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a member of Blessed Hope Baptist Church, and a Veteran of the United States National Guard. C.D. retired as a store manager at Weigel...May 11, 2025
Kenneth Lee McKee, age 82, of Maryville, born March 18, 1943, and passed away May 11, 2025. He retired from WYKO Engineering. He was preceded in death by parents, Arthur & Alice McKee, brother, Billy McKee, sister, Betty Vineyard, and mother ...