OBITUARIES

Feb 14, 2022

Charles Lee Moss, Jr. (“Buddy”) was born on February 17, 1968, to Charles Sr. and Dorothy Moss. He graduated from Alcoa High School in 1986, and served in the United States Navy, receiving an Honorable Discharge. In 2013 he married Samantha Burgess, and God blessed them with two wonderful sons, Mathew and Jerimiah. Charles was active in his faith...

Feb 11, 2022

Ronnetta “Nett” Jean Whitted Tarver , age 60 of Alcoa, Tennessee entered into eternal rest on February 11, 2022, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her Mother Patricia Jean McHan Dean, Father Ronnie Whitted, Daughter Patricia Tarver, Grandparents Chester & Maggie Whitted, Grandfather Sherman McHan, Grandmother Bonnie...

Jan 31, 2022

Ronald (Ronny) Alton Henderson 63, of Knoxville TN, after a long battle with cancer and dementia, Ronny received God’s Gift of Healing and joined members of his family and His Lord in Heaven on Monday, January 31 st , at 5:30 am.

A family man, Ronny was a rock and provider for his wife, and he showered...

Jan 28, 2022

Roxie Ann Mincy-Thomas

On Jan uary 28, 2022, Roxie received her angel wings at UT Hospital. Born in Spring City, Rhea Co. Tn on July 25, 1945 , at the home of her grandparents. The family moved to Blount Co. Tn, where she was raised on Cloverhill Ridge. She is preceded in death by her...

Jan 22, 2022

Jacqueline Rae Campbell

December 28, 1947 - January 22, 2022.

Jan 10, 2022

Valerie Younger departed from this world on January 10, 2022. She was born in Roanoke, VA. Valerie was a shining light for her family.

She is preceded in death by parents, Bennie Anthony and Ruby Mae Anthony, son Joey Younger, and also by husband Alan Younger.

Valerie is survived by her sons; Carlos Younger, Michael...

Jan 5, 2022

John Harris, age 70, passed away on January 5th, 2022.  John was born on March 1st, 1951, in Meridian, MS to Francis and Lola Harris.  He was a member of the 1969 graduating class of TJ Harris High School in Meridian.  After graduating, John entered the Navy where he served for 4 years.  He later attended the University of...

Dec 22, 2021

William “Peanut” Isom

Peanut was one of a kind and loved by so many! He was always ready to crack a joke or tell a story to put a smile on someone’s face. May he spend eternity on the lake doing what he loved.

He is survived by: Wife Jackie Isom; Mother...

Dec 18, 2021

James K. Cox Sr. (JK), 95, passed after a brief illness quietly at home, December 18, 2021.

Mr. Cox served in the Korean War, worked for United Airlines for over thirty years and was one of best Boy Scout leader ever. He was known through his community as the go to man fixing items from lawn mowers...

Dec 7, 2021

Sarah Ayner Morrison of Rockford, Tennessee peacefully transitioned this life on earth to be with her Holy Father in heaven on December 7, 2021. Born February 5, 1931, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sarah Morrison was the youngest of four children born to her parents, the late George and Willette Ayner. Sarah was educated in Charlotte and began the...

Nov 29, 2021

Stanley Wester age 81, was born April 5,1940. He was the oldest child to the late Frank and Evelyn Bernice Wester; died peacefully Monday November 29. 2021 at home accompanied by his dear wife Cynthia Wester of 54 years. He was a graduate of Campbell High S chool in Rockwood, TN . Stanley Wester attended Knoxville...

Nov 23, 2021

Elizabeth Cox passed away on November 23, 2021. Survivors and arrangements to be announced.

Nov 19, 2021

Andrew Jackson “Blue” Boatwright, 88, of Louisville, TN passed away peacefully on November 19, 2021 , after a lengthy illness. Blue grew up in the Bearden Brickyard area of Knoxville, TN.

Blue was predeceased by parents, William and Rachel Boatwright and 5 brothers and 4 sisters. He leaves to cherish his memory: devoted wife of...

Nov 14, 2021

Virginia Louise Black-Hooper-Glanton slept away peacefully Sunday morning November 14, 2021. She was born on October 9, 1926, to the union of John Black and Virginia Emmaline Craig. She was the eldest child of the union. She was a graduate of Hale High School in Maryville, TN. A graduate of Morristown College in Morristown, TN., a graduate of Tennessee...

Nov 9, 2021

Paul Arthur Porter, age 64, of Alcoa, Tennessee, entered eternal rest Tuesday November 9, 2021, at Blount Memorial Hospital. Paul was born to the late Paul G. (Tiny) and Annie Lou Porter. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a founding member of Mother Love Missionary Baptist Church.

He graduated from Alcoa High School Class...

Nov 6, 2021

Charles Terrance Prater was born October 12, 1949 , to parents, Charles Prater and Sallie Webb. He was also known as Poochie to the ones that loved him most. Charles graduated from Charles M. Hall S chool in Alcoa, TN. After high school he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He was a proud Vietnam veteran. He...

Nov 1, 2021

Willie Frank Long, 69 of Alcoa transitioned home to be with the Lord on November 1, 2021, at his home. He was a graduate of Alcoa High School Class of 1970 and St. Augustine College in Raleigh, North Carolina. He was a social worker, chef, and worked as a medical assistant at University of Tennessee Hospital in Knoxville, TN...

Oct 27, 2021

Betty Baxter- Final Arrangements entrusted to Foothills Funeral Home.

Oct 16, 2021

James Rick Dunlap was born January 11, 1958, passed away at his home on Saturday October 16, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He became a Christian in his later years. James was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church. He attended Everett High School.

James is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and...

Oct 15, 2021

Phillip Douglas Dean, Sr. was born June 29, 1938, and departed this life on October 15, 2021. He was born to the union of his loving parents Arvesta and Virginia Dean in Alcoa, TN. Phillip was baptized at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Alcoa. He was employed by ALCOA for over 35 years. He loved and enjoyed being with...