Obituaries
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...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 ...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...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...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...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...February 1, 2026
Jackie Trellis Cooper, age 48, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, February 1, 2026....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,...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...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...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...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...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...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...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 ...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...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...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...December 16, 2025
Reba Orr went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2025. She was a member of Grandview Baptist Church and retired from ALCOA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Orr; parents Lofton and Nacy Ownby; brothers Dot and Frank Ownby; sisters ...December 16, 2025
Robert Stevie Gibson, 57 of Maryville, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday December 16, 2025. He is survived by Deborah and Gary Cody, Patricia and Rick Arwood, Kay Thomas, Don Ambern, and Mickie Small. ...December 7, 2025
With deep sorrow but steadfast hope in Christ, we announce that Donald H Walker entered his eternal rest on Dec. 7, 2025. Though he has departed from this earthly life, we rejoice knowing he is now in the presence of his Lord and Savior, whom he ser...December 2, 2025
Donnie Ray Beal of Maryville was born September 13, 1949, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on December 2, 2025. He was a man of many skills and talents. He was generous, kind, always willing to lend a helping hand, but most of a...November 27, 2025
Donald Lynn Cupp Sr., age 82, of Walland, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025, surrounded by his family. He loved fishing with his family. 25 year member and retired from the Alcoa Aluminum Co. Preceded in death by his parents: Charles and Martha...November 27, 2025
Mary Carlene “Carlene” Everett was born on November 6, 1944, to Carl and Leone Palmer in Alcoa, Tennessee. She grew up in the Alcoa/Maryville area and was always known for her feisty spirit and her deep love for animals, especially horses. In 19...November 26, 2025
Joey Michael Hall, 38 of Greenback, TN, passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2025. Joey was born in Maryville, TN to Joe and Dorthy Hall. He will be remembered as the most selfless and kind soul anyone could have known. Joey had a passion for ...












