Paula "Delight" Ousley Jobe, age 69 died at her home on April 6, 2019. Born the daughter of Maggie Dial and Paul Ousley on August 21, 1949 in Blount County. She held a Masters Degree in Special Education and worked for the University of Tennessee Library for 38 years. An accomplished singer, she was a member of the UT Women's Chorale for 34 years. A voracious reader, Delight was a lifelong lover of books and words; as a child, she competed twice in the National Spelling Bee placing 4th and 16th. A woman of faith, she was a member of Fountain City Presbyterian Church.

Bryan Eugene Jones, 57 of Knoxville, TN passed away on March 26, 2019. He was an avid sportsman who loved hunting in the state of Tennessee or anywhere he could . He also loved boating and fishing on Norris Lake, and cruising in his ‘69 Camaro which he totally restored. Bryan was a graduate of Halls High School. He was the owner of Roofs-N-Stuff roofing company for over 30 years. He was preceded in death by his father Newton Lee Jones, Jr and mother Mary Jo Gollahar.

Bygone Smith age 52 of Knoxville passed away April 5, 2019. An employee of Forrester Benefits. Bygone was passionate about playing soccer and spending time on the golf course. Preceded in death by his father Clarence Smith. Survived by his wife Teresa Petitt Smith; mother Dar Smith; brother Idrus Smith; mother-in-law & father-in-law Floyd and Trudy Petitt; brothers-in-law Floyd Petitt, Jr. (Carla), Bruce Petitt (Pat), and Paul Petitt; a host of nieces and nephews who will miss their “Uncle Buck”.

Julian “J.D.” Rouse age 85 went to be with the Lord and his family on April 6, 2019. He was a local business owner and a devoted Vols fan. J.D. was a life long member of the Church of God. He was a loving father, husband, and beloved grandfather. Preceded in death by his parents Rev. L.G. Rouse and Martha; eight brothers and sisters. Survived by his wife of 67 years, Doris Rouse; children Dan Rouse(Tammy), Cherryl Wolfe (Steve); grandchildren Stephen Wolfe (Mandi), Phillip Wolfe (Rebekah), and Hope Wolfe; three great-grandchildren; brother Joe V. Rouse and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Debra Denise Bailey Newton-age 53 of Maynardville passed away Thursday morning, April 4, 2019 at her home. Preceded in death by father, Voyd Bailey; sister, Peggy Dennison.

Survivors: mother, Mary Munsey Brogan of Maynardville; daughters, Starrlene Bailey, Crystal Collins, Billie Jane Bailey; special daughter, Darlene Davis; sister, Vickie Corum and husband, Amos; ten grandchildren, Brianna Bailey, Marcus Collins, Haley Collins, Shea Collins, Destiny Muncey, Christian Welch, Nick Whitson, Jaylen Whitson, Tyler Bailey, William Collins. Several nieces and nephews.

Richard Cole-age 71 of Corryton passed away peacefully Friday, April 5, 2019 at his home. Preceded in death by loving wife, Ina Cole; sons, Ricky Lynn Cole, Ronald Chase Cole; parents, John Wesley and Martha Cole; brothers, Jerry Lynn Cole and June Cole; a devoted friend, Nellie (Reece) Free. He began working at age 8 and became a self-taught carpenter and entrepreneur. During the late 70’s to early 80’s, he drove a truck due to the drop in the housing market. He went back to building homes in the mid 80’s and became semi-retired in 2009.

Carol Warfield Hensley age 74 of Knoxville passed away peacefully Thursday, April 04, 2019 at UT Hospital surrounded by her family. A member of Northwest Church of God, Carol was proud of her Western Cherokee Indian Heritage. She loved her family especially her great-grandkids. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Mildred Helen Miller, age 80, of Halls, went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.

Mildred is preceded in death by her husband Clyde Miller; mother and father Pauline and Jake Whitson; sister Mattie Nicely; and brothers James, Edgar and Lindsay Whitson.

Mrs. Rebecca “Becky” Lynn Calfee, CCEMT-P, age 65, of Corryton went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, April 4, 2019, surrounded by her family and friends. She is a member of Clapps Chapel United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her father, Sherman Turner, and sister, Mary Hoke, and mother and father-in-law, Helen and Edward Calfee.

Margie Marie Nicley-age 94 of Luttrell went home to be with the Lord Wednesday morning, April 3, 2019 at Willow Ridge. She was a member of United Missionary Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her son, James Mitchell “Pete” Nicley; daughter-in-law, Bernice Nicley.

Survivors: grandsons, Dennis Nicley and wife, Bailey; Kenny Nicley and wife, Cindy; granddaughter, Christy Nicley; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Two sisters, Lorena Nicley Housewright, Patsy Bowman and husband, John; two brothers, Anderson Nicley, Darrell Nicley and wife, Janice.

Mildred Louise Brown-age 82 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Tuesday morning, April 2, 2019 peacefully at her home. She was a member of Pennington Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking and gardening. Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Flora Munsey; brothers, Willis, Austin “Dock”, Herbert “Bill” and Larry Munsey; sisters, Fostine Munsey, Juanita Cooper, Elsie Hobock, Mary Blackburn and Irene Sweet.

Katherine Keck, age 87, passed away on April 2, 2019 at Morning Pointe Assisted Living. She is preceded in death by parents Sam and Eva Chandler; siblings Sam Chandler, Jennie Bryan, Sue Spotts, and Ann Oaks. She is survived by loving husband of 67 years Bobby Keck, son Daryle Keck, daughter Becky Reed, grandchildren Laura, Kevin, Abby, Annie, and Jeremy, 12 great-grandchildren, sister Betty (Donald) Riccard, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Betty (Arthur) McKenzie and Bill (Virginia) Keck, many nieces and nephews.

Jesse T. Kirby, age 86, passed away April 3, 2019. He was of the Baptist faith. Jesse proudly served in the U.S. Army for eight years. Preceded in death by wife Helen and son, Larry Wayne. Survived by daughter Cindy (Mark) Dunsmore; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Amedisys Hospice for their care. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00pm, Friday, at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel. Family and friends will meet 10:15am, Saturday, at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel and proceed to Ft.

Kristan Marie (Kris) Howerton, age 38 of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Friday, March 29, 2019. She was a loving & caring mother and her children were the center of her universe. Kristan was a very artistic person with the soul of a free-spirited unicorn. She worked as a LPN, tattoo apprentice, and volunteered at the RAM clinic.

Patrick Scott Wilson, age 52 of Knoxville, passed away on Monday April 1, 2019. He is preceded in death by mother Betty Lou Wilson. Survived by son Tristan Zane Wilson, father Jack Wilson, brother Bill (Sherry) Wilson, sister Lesa (Joel) Wilson Smith, and several nieces & nephews. Scott was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Thanks to special friends Melissa Henderson Wilson and Angie Mize Tharp. Services will be private. Online condolences can be expressed at www.mynattfh.com

Dustin Ryan Woods-age 30 of Maynardville, born May 30, 1988 passed away Sunday morning, March 31, 2019 at U. T. Medical Center.

Survivors: parents, Mary Ann and Ronnie Mincey; brothers, Gary Wayne (Tab), Austin Woods; sisters, Camille (Joey) McClanahan, Sierra, Tab; niece, Cadence; uncle, Frankie and Tina Woods; aunts, Lucinda (Chris) Beckham, Molly Walker, Gail Woods, Brenda Tharp, Kendra Johnson, Kristie Biles, Kim and Denise Johnson; grandparents, Ken and Jane Johnson; special cousin, Reid Johnson; several other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Herbert Leon Brantley – born May 16, 1929, passed away after a battle with cancer on April 1, 2019. He was a member of Beulah Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Edith (Jones) Brantley; sons, Steve (Mary Ann) Brantley, Keith (Libby) Brantley, Wade (Kim) Brantley and Dwight (Debbie) Brantley; nine grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren.

Robert Edward Bump – age 55 of New Tazewell, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 31, 2019. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing and enjoyed his job working for County Bail Bonding Company.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn Patricia VanDusen and James Bump; grandparents, Alford and Cecil Watson and Grandpa and Grandma Bump. Robert is survived by his wife, Ruth Bump; sisters, Sharon (Gary) Wells and Bobby (James) Myers; brother, Fred Bump; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other family members.

Grace Webb Cagley, age 91 of Halls Crossroads, went home to be with the Lord the morning of March 31st, 2019 with family at bedside. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, and “Mamaw Grape.” She greatly enjoyed sharing her love through cooking from her home and her time at Norris Freeway Market. She was a long-term member of Grace Baptist Church of Halls. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by parents Noah and Lorinda Webb, husband of 60 years Robert Cagley, grandson Marty Jones, and several brothers and sisters.

Dakota Micheal Smith, age 17 of Halls, passed away on March 29, 2019. He was a senior at Halls High School. He loved the outdoors, fishing, cars and off-roading. He cherished his girlfriend Ashlyn Waldo. He was a kindhearted boy and many will miss him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jeff Copeland; uncle, Danny Sams; and friend Derrick Simcox.