OBITUARIES

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...

Sep 29, 2021

Terence R. Adams affectionately called “T. A.” was born onMarch 3, 1953, to James Jarnigan and Margree Rollins Johnson in Knoxville, Tennessee. He graduated from Austin East in 1971 and from there went on to attend the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He retired from U.T. Medical Center as Head Chef with 35 years of service.

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Sep 29, 2021

Joyce Pearline James transitioned from this life to reward on September 29, 2021. Born and raised in Alcoa, TN, graduated from Alcoa High School and entered the U.S. Army in 1972. While on her journey she acquired two degrees, one from The University of Tennessee and the second from the University of Kentucky. She was also a...

Sep 27, 2021

Juliana F. Tamez-Howard, 58, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on September 27 at Turkey Creek Medical Center holding the hand of her daughter and sister.  She will be deeply missed and remembered for her outgoing personality, extremely witty sense of humor and love for God and her family.  Juliana graduated from Kearney High School in 1981.  She served in...

Sep 24, 2021

Robin Hopkins passed away on September 24, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital.  Final arrangements announced later by Foothills Funeral Home.

Sep 23, 2021

Curtis Lynn Flowers, Sr, was born to parents, Mr. Thomas Lee Flowers, Sr and Lydia Mae Parker on October 23, 1954. Curtis was a graduate of Hall High School of Alcoa, Tennessee in the Class of 1972 and was an avid athlete of football and Golden Glove Champion Boxer in the Welterweight division of Knoxville, Tennessee. Upon...

Sep 19, 2021

Lynda Marie Hall born April 12, 1953, earned her wings on September 19, 2021. A beautiful person who could brighten a room with a beautiful personality. Lynda was a loving, caring, and giving person who will surely be missed.

Lynda was born to the late Paul and Mary Cummings and raised by grandparents Andrew (Josephine) Norris.