OBITUARIES
Maryville, Alcoa, and Knoxville Obituaries
Local obituaries for loved ones in the Maryville, Alcoa, and Knoxville, TN areas
Gary Williams
Nov 17, 2025
Gary Bentley Williams was born on July 23, 1952 Charles and Joyce Williams. He went to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on November 17, 2025. He was married to Lucinda Williams for 46 years, and was very devoted to his marriage and family. In spite of his illness, he was a faithful member of Mt. Pleasant...
Wanda Sue Williams
Nov 9, 2025
Wanda Sue Williams [75] of Maryville, TN, gained her eternal reward on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Wanda was born to Paul and Ann Price in Chicago, IL on February 24, 1950.
Wanda attended college and obtained her license as a practical nurse. She spent the majority of her nursing career as a critical care nurse. After Wanda retired from nursing, she...
Charles H. Davis
Nov 4, 2025
September 21, 1938 — November 4, 2025
Mr. Charles H. Davis, age 87, of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Mrs. Laura K. Davis, who passed away on October 11, 2025. He was also preceded in death by his parents, mother-Mary H....
Steve Isom
Oct 31, 2025
Steve J. Isom
Steve J. Isom of Alcoa, Tennessee, September 5th, 1950- October 31, 2025
Predeceased by: Father William T. Isom, Mother Pauline Henry Isom, Brother Woody H. Isom Sr., and Son William T. Isom III.
He leaves to celebrate his life and precious memories his beloved and devoted wife, Marian G. Moulden Isom, and his children: Shawn Carter Sr. (with wife Missy)...
Thelma Carr
Oct 23, 2025
Thelma Louise Brown Carr was born on November 17, 1923 to her loving parents, Clarence Raymond and Lucille Josephine Brown. She was raised in a Christian family to include two brothers, the late Clarence Wesley and Benjamin Washington Brown. Thelma accepted Jesus as her personal Savior at an early age at St. Paul A.M.E Church on Hall Road in Alcoa....
Tim Watkins
Oct 15, 2025
Our hearts are heavy as we share the passing of Timothy Ray Watkins, 59, of Rockford, who left us on October 15, 2025.
Tim was born on February 3, 1966, to Margaret and Reverend Robert Watkins. Tim lived life his own way, unapologetically himself. He never met a stranger, and he was always just a phone call away if you needed...
Laura Davis
Oct 11, 2025
Laura K Davis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifelong resident of Blount County, originally from Madisonville, Tennessee, and a proud Maryville resident for over 60 years.
She was married to the love of her life, Charles Davis, for 65 wonderful years. Together they built a beautiful family and...
Taft A. Francis, Jr.
Oct 7, 2025
Taft A. Francis, Jr.
Taft A. Francis Jr (aka Spookie) was the first child born to the union of the late Taft and Virgil Francis on December 30, 1940. He was a member of Rice's Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Madisonville, TN until his health began to fail. He graduated from Charles M Hall High School, Alcoa Tn, Class of 1960....
Charles Edward Durant
Sep 26, 2025
Obituary
Sunrise July 2, 1949 to Sunset. September 26, 2025
Dr. Charles Edward Durant (“Chas”) was born July 2, 1949 to the late William J. Durant and Adeline Smalls Durant in Lynchburg, South Carolina. During that era, the Durant family realized that life in the South was stifled by Jim Crow laws and scarce opportunities, prompting them to seek new beginnings up...
Latonya Yost
Sep 15, 2025
LaTonya “Tonya” Dewan Yost Porter, age 52 of Alcoa, Tennessee entered into eternal rest on September 15, 2025 at home in Chattanooga, TN. She was preceded in death by her father James Porter, brother James “JJ” Porter, sister Treanna Porter.
LaTonya accepted Christ at an early age, and enjoyed singing in the choir, she was raised as a member St. Paul...
Russell Spencer
Sep 12, 2025
Russell L. Spencer born August 21, 1955, died September 12, 2025 at home in Walland.
He retired from ALCOA with 41 years. Member of Eastside Church of Christ. Russell was happiest when helping or doing something for someone else.
Survived by son, Breven and wife Kimberley, mother Janet Comer, brothers Steve and Brad.
Preceded in death by wife Sherrie (January 2025), son Ross...
Irene Garland
Sep 3, 2025
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Irene Garland 84 of Maryville, who passed away September 3, 2025 surrounded by her beloved family. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 67 years Marvin (Dude) Garland. She will be deeply missed by her husband, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Graveside service will be held...
Charles Milton Ramsey, Jr .
Aug 23, 2025
Charles Milton Ramsey Jr., of Knoxville, born December 11, 1951 passed away on August 23, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles Ramsey Sr. and Mary Aletha Kerr, step father J.B. Kerr, brothers Robert Stephens and Frankie Kerr, sisters Kathy and Elizabeth Kerr.
He leaves to cherish his memories devoted brother Scottie Kerr of Lenior City, TN, devoted...
Virgil Bobby Lock
Aug 20, 2025
Virgil Bobby Lock was born on May 17, 1947 to Willie (Bill) & Roberita Lock. He gained his wings on August 20, 2025.
He attended Freedom to Worship Pentecostal Church under the leadership of Pastor Charlie Lambert. He loved to worship and praise the Lord. He will be remembered for the numerous gospel groups he sung with and many solos at...
Annette Sudderth
Aug 15, 2025
Annette J Sudderth age 83 of Maryville went to be with the Lord on August 15, 2025 after a short illness at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was a member of the Rest Haven Baptist Church. Annette loved to sing and talked about the Lord and going home continually.
Annette was preceded in death by mother Leila, father William,...
Anthony Carr
Jul 26, 2025
Anthony (Tony) D Carr, 68, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family after a year long battle of cancer on July 26, 2025. Anthony better known as Tony aka “Macaroni, and The Governor.” Tony graduated from Alcoa High School class of 1974.
Tony was born and raised as a member of St. John Missionary Baptist church where he served on...
Jones
Jul 25, 2025
O'Juan Chardel Emanuel Randiafred Jones, 21, of Maryville, left this world on July 25, 2025. He was born in Knoxville, to Tia Jones Sams on March 11, 2004. He graduated from Maryville High School in 2022. He loved music, videogames, and basketball. He accepted Christ early in life. He excelled at making people laugh. He is preceded in death by...
Kaelin Griffin
Jul 22, 2025
Kaelin DeShawn Reneal Griffin was a unique and adventurous person. He always had a smile on his face and was there for the party. A skilled barber and ambitious individual, Kaelin brought fortune and happiness to those around him. He strove to help his family and friends and did all he could for those around him.
Kaelin was a very active...
Geneva Williams Harrison
Jul 12, 2025
Geneva Williams Harrison, age 84, was born in Alcoa, Tennessee on June 9, 1941, and went to be with the Lord on July 12, 2025. She was a proud 1959 graduate of Charles M. Hall High School. Geneva retired from the City of Maryville Fire Department in 2006, after twenty-one years, and committed her life to public service. She was...
Shirley Cross
May 26, 2025
Shirley Ann Cross of Maryville, TN, departed this life at her home peacefully Monday May 26, 2025, at the age of 72. She was born February 6,1953 to the late Raymond and Beulah Mae Asbury. She was a graduate of Everette High School Class of 1971 and a Bulldog Runner. Shirley was a loyal employee ofPizza Hut for over 10+...
