Obituaries
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
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 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 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
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 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 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 ...November 25, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Edward Bunch, 80 of Friendsville, went to be with his friends and the Lord on November 25, 2025. He attended Salem Baptist Church. He was a United States Navy Veteran, an avid Tennessee fan, and a workaholic. He was preceded ...November 22, 2025
Barbara (Bobbie) Ann Cowan, age 70, went to meet her Lord and Savior, Saturday, November 22, 2025. Bobbie was preceded in death by her son, Christopher Whitehead; parents, Edward and Cleo Lowe; sisters, Brenda Lowe and Mary Milsaps. She is survived...November 21, 2025
Bessie Darlene Bunch, 69, of Rockford passed away peacefully at her home on Friday morning, November 21, 2025. She was a loving mother to twin daughters Sonya and Tonya, but the light of her life was her grandson, Cortland. Bessie, better known to ...November 17, 2025
JD Cooper 88 of Sweetwater, formerly Maryville, passed away Monday November 17, 2025. He was preceded in death by his Wife: Mildred Cooper, Sons: Jimmy Cooper, and Wayne Cooper. He is survived by his Brothers: David Cooper, and William Cooper, Siste...November 14, 2025
Shelba Joyce Peak, age 85, passed away at her home on November 14, 2025. Shelba was a minister of the Gospel and co-founder of the Good News Center Church. She was a testament of faithfulness and a blessing to all. A loving wife and mother preceded...November 12, 2025
Rev. Joseph Paul Cantrell, 84, of Louisville, entered eternal life on November 12, 2025. He was preceded in death by wife of 53 years: Frances Cantrell, and sister: Sylvia Shock. He leaves behind his sons: Joseph Paul Cantrell Jr. (Nancy), David Ca...November 5, 2025
Janet Morton, age 68, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, with her husband Jerry by her side. Janet devoted her life to her family, her work, and to those she loved so deeply. Her kindness, her humor, her love for her cats, and her...November 2, 2025
Donald R. Adams, 67 of Townsend, passed away November 2, 2025. He worked for Vulcan Material for 40 years. He is survived by his wife of 38 years: Robin Adams, sons: Donald Joey Adams and Chad Adams, and brother and sister-in-law: James and Joyce A...














