Obituaries
August 22, 2019
Jackson “Jack” Donald Smelcer, age 76 went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, August 22 in his home with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman & Mamie Smelcer. Survived by his wife, Annette...August 22, 2019
James Kenneth Hembree, 72 of Townsend, passed away Thursday August 22, 2019. He was preceded in death by his Son: Kenneth Hembree, Grandson: Cody Cable, and Parents: Bruce and Florence Huskey Hembree. He is survived by his Wife of 49 Years: Sandra ...August 16, 2019
Ruth Parker passed away in McDonough, GA on Friday August 16, 2019. Family and friends will meet at 3:00 P.M. Wednesday August 21, 2019 at Clarks Grove Cemetery for Graveside Services....August 11, 2019
Rebecca S. Epperson, age 67, passed away on August 11, 2019. She is survived by her sisters Nancy Sica Sams (Gordon), Cookie Bernhardt (Leonard) and Elizabeth Smith, devoted friend and companion Kenneth Johnson, nieces and nephews Vanessa (Matt), Vic...July 28, 2019
James Ervin “Rooster” Burrell, 42 of Maryville, passed away July 28, 2019. He was preceded in death by Grandmother: Dora B. Bell, Grandfather: Ervin T. Bell, Uncle: Tom Bell, and Aunt: Teresa Bantz. He is survived by Wife: Angelia Burrell, Daug...July 23, 2019
Sherald L. “Chug” Davis, 81 of Townsend, passed away July 23, 2019. He was preceded in death by Son: Terry Lee Davis. He is survived by his Daughter: Rebecca Johnson, 2 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and Brothers: Arthur Davis and Benny ...July 21, 2019
Gregg, Laura Elizabeth, age 98 of Friendsville, died Sunday July 21, 2019 at home. She was a member of Friends Church of Friendsville, was retired from Blount County Court House with 25 years of service. She was preceded in death by Husband: Hugh G...July 19, 2019
Joshua Wayne Jackson, 28, of Maryville went home to be with the Lord on July 19, 2019. Beloved husband, daddy, son, brother and friend. Josh was born in Knoxville, TN. He graduated from William Blount High School and was employed as a Group Leader...July 18, 2019
Penny Gay Loveday, age 58, born June 8, 1961 and passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2019. She was preceded in death by her Father: Andy Loveday. She is survived by her Mother: Phyllis Graves, Daughters: Mikki Inman and Summer Jones, Grandchildren: L...July 11, 2019
Jerry D. Howard, born October 31, 1938 to Rev. E.H. Howard and Ann Howard and passed away July 11, 2019. He was a member of Zion Chapel Baptist Church. He served 25 years in the Airforce and Air Guard. He was well liked and very generous to anyone...July 10, 2019
George Ed Hammontree, age 83 of Greenback, passed away Wednesday July 10, 2019 at Fair Park. He was preceded in death by Parents: Fred and Myrtle Hammontree. He is survived by his Wife: Betty of 62 years, Son: Steve (Donna) Hammontree, Daughter: De...June 27, 2019
Mary Helen Page, 88 of Maryville, passed away Thursday June 27, 2019. She was preceded in death by Husband: Herbert Page. She is survived by her Children: Jerry (Ruth Ann) Page, and Norina Page. ...June 27, 2019
Mary Elaine Collins, 91 of Maryville, passed away June 27, 2019. She was preceded in death by Husband: Willard Major Collins, Son: Willard Ray Collins, Daughter: Mary Lee Collins, and Mother and Father: James and Angie Fann Hicks. She is survived b...June 27, 2019
Imogene Whiteside Keyees, passed away June 27, 2019. She was preceded in death by her Husband: James W. Keyees. She is survived by her Daughter: Linda Archer and husband Jerry, Grandsons: Marc Archer, Eric Archer and his wife, Laila and Great Grand...June 21, 2019
Jennafer Leilani Fair Baker, 36 of Maryville, passed away in her home on Friday, June 21, 2019. Jennafer was born at Eglin Airforce Base near Valparaiso, Florida on September 3, 1982 to Patricia Anne Tatone-Fair and Marcus Clarence Fair. When Jennafe...June 14, 2019
Barry F. Hartline, 73, passed away on June 14, 2019. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a retiree of the railroad in Pennington Gap, VA, and Florida Dept of Corrections. He was preceded in death by his mother Ruby, sister Kathy, niece L...June 6, 2019
Noah Frank Shubert, 71 of Maryville, passed away June 6, 2019. He is survived by his Companion: Sandy Cline. No services are planned at this time....June 6, 2019
Florence P. Belitz, 95 of Maryville, passed away June 6, 2019. She was a graduate of Carter High School, a beautician and homemaker, and a member of East Maryville Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by Husband of 69 years: Ted Belitz, Son: G...June 5, 2019
Susan K. McMillan, 47 of Maryville, went to be with the Lord June 5, 2019. Beloved wife of Charlie “Chicken” Alexander. She will be greatly missed by all. ...June 3, 2019
Rick Reynolds, 56, of Knoxville, TN, passed away Monday, June 3, 2019. Beloved son, proud father, and cherished brother was preceded in death by his mother, Janice M. Bolton, and his beloved dog Vanya. He is survived by his father, Charles; his son, ...June 2, 2019
Jo Ann McHaffey Lynn, 73 of Louisville, passed away June 2, 2019. She was a member of Ballards Chapel Missionary Baptist Church where she loved to sing. She was preceded in death by Husband: Wayne Lynn, Parents: Roscoe and Lilliam Dean McHaffey, an...June 1, 2019
Clifford Ray Russell born April 10, 1954 and passed away June 1, 2019. He was a lifetime resident of Blount County, TN, and retired after 34 years with the City of Maryville. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He ...May 31, 2019
Perry Lee Steven (Steve) Dixon passed away at his home in Maryville on May 31, 2019. Steve was born March 3, 1953, in Maryville, to Dewey Thomas Dixon Sr. and Naomi Melinda Lee Dixon. He worked as a power lineman for most of his career, and was a me...May 30, 2019
Alexis Nichole Shirley, 13 of Knoxville, passed away Thursday May 30, 2019. She was a 7th Grade student at Hardin Valley Middle School. She is survived by her Mother: Renee Ritchie, Father: Jason Shirley, Brothers: Shelton Taylor, and Skyler Bryant...May 29, 2019
Ronald “Con” Borden, 70 of Friendsville, Born August 11, 1948 passed away May 29, 2019 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his Parents: Carl and Mattie Tucker Borden, Sister and Brother-in-law: Ruth Ann and Leslie Russell, Sister: Pat ...