Robert (Bob) Guidas-age 88 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Friday, July 6, 2018 at his home. He was a retired employee of the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Technical Department and the National Cash Register Corporation. Bob was a proud Veteran of the U. S. Army. He was a avid Ham Radio Operator and was known by his handle, KB4ABF. Bob will also be remembered for his great story telling abilities. Preceded in death by wife, Opal Kirby Guidas.
George J. Valentine-age 87 of Maynardville passed Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Willow Ridge Center. He is survived by a sister, Shirley Burdick of Pownal, Vermont and family friend, Raymond Gates of Maynardville.
The body will be cremated and the cremains returned to Vermont. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Reuben Eliga Day, age 61, passed away on July 4, 2018. He was a member of Lincoln Park Baptist Church. He is survived by bothers James Day and Billy Day and also by niece Mary Alice Moore. Family will receive friends 6-8pm Monday July 9, 2018 at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City. Family and friends will meet at Highland Memorial South at July 10, 2018 at 10:45 am for an 11:00 am interment. Online condolences can be at mynattfh@gmail.com
Billy Edward Nipper-age 34 of Knoxville passed away Tuesday afternoon, July 3, 2018 at his home. He was preceded in death by father, James Nipper, grandparents, Billy and Reva Robertson, Ed and Marjorie Nipper.
He is survived by two children, Kateliegh Nipper and Alexander Nipper; mother, Sherry Davies and step-father, Rick Davies; brothers, James Nipper and wife, Angela; Chad Nipper and wife, Christi; three nephews, James Nipper, Skylar Nipper and Shawn Cameron; one niece, Avery Nipper. Several aunts, uncles and cousins along with a host of friends.
Joyce F. Nicley-age 81 of Lakehills, Texas was called home in the early hours of Monday, July 2, 2018 at her home. She is preceded in death by her parents Rosella and Curtis Satterfield, her loving husband, Herbert C. Nicley and loving Son, Michael C. Nicley.
Rev. James C. Keith, Sr., age 82, of Knoxville, is now running on the street of gold. He was a member of Springhill Baptist Church. He was a dedicated evangelist, Sunday school teacher, and deacon for many years. James honorably served his country in the Korean War. He is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Vernice Keith; parents, Raymond and Stella Keith; children, James Ronald Keith, Connie Ruth Keith and Betty Williams; and daughter-in-law, Terry Keith. He is survived by daughter, Frances Bales (Ron); sons, James Keith, Jr. (Robin), Mark Keith (Melanie), R.T.
Louise Marie Kadubitz (Bell) Taylor-age 73 of Sharps Chapel succumbed after a prolonged bout with stage IV metastatic melanoma Saturday, June 30, 2018 at her home.
Louise was born to the late Mary (Radziewicz) and Alex Kadubitz on July 6, 1944 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. She was a graduate of South River High School, South River, New Jersey in 1962 and moved to Tennessee in 1985.
Wanda Faye Buckner Williams-age 80 of Luttrell past from this Earthly life Sunday, June 24, 2018 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ by the grace of God as her savior and keeper at the age of 10. The Church she loved was Mountain View Church of God. Preceded in death by son, Benny Ray Williams; parents, George and Cecil Buckner; sisters, Bobby Ruth Buckner, Margaret Arnwine, Loretta Beeler.
Audrey Gail Bruner, age 33, passed away on June 22, 2018. She was born March 20, 1985 to Sharon Lewis and Gordon Bruner. She was a beloved mother, daughter, granddaughter, and friend. She was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her children Brianna Elise Taylor and Brooklyn Denea Taylor, parents Sharon Lewis and Gordon Bruner, siblings Aaron Douglas Bruner and Kendall Lakyn Bruner, and grandparents Billie Kirby Barnes, Joseph Barnes, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Brenda Ann Hall-age 59 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Wednesday, June 20. 2018 at North Knoxville Medical Center after a brief battle with ovarian cancer. She worked and served faithfully as an LPN at Willow Ridge Center for the past 8 years and was beloved by both her patients and co-workers alike. Brenda was preceded in death by father, Gerald W. Hall; nephew, Stefan Hall.
Harold D. Dotson-age 83 of Maynardville passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at Willow Ridge Center. He was a member of New Fellowship Church. Harold retired from the U. S. Navy with 20 years of service and was a Vietnam Veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Frank E. and Ada Francis Dotson; son, Frank E. Dotson, II; all of Harold’s brothers and sisters preceded him in death; James Dotson, Herman Dotson, George Dotson, Bobby Lee Dotson, Fae L. Simpson, Gayenell Stanley and Ines Bevins.
George Taylor Brooks, age 90, of Thorngrove, passed away on June 20, 2018 at Oakwood Senior Living in Knoxville. He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace Bridges Brooks, parents Joe “Frosty” and Hattie Hickman Brooks, sister Ida Huffaker, and brother John Elmer “Toad” Brooks. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Cathy Jo and Jim Norris of Thorngrove. Special friends include Bob Petty, Donnie Crawford, Glyn Underwood and his little buddy Grayson Huffaker. He leaves to cherish his memory a large extended family of sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
Reverend Earl Johnson – age 82 of Union County, went to his Heavenly home on June 19, 2018. He was a member of Ailor Dale Baptist Church and former pastor of several churches. Earl was a dedicated man of God with the strongest faith. He was always caring and giving to everyone, always putting others needs before his own. He will be sadly missed by all that were lucky enough to know him.
Edna Mae (Beeler) Shoffner, Age 97 of Sharps Chapel was born on November 23, 1920 and went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 18, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. She was a member of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church.
Edna is preceded in death by her loving Husband Charlie Shoffner. Daughter: Wanda Brown, Son: Tom Shoffner and Grand-Daughter Gabrielle Shoffner. Parents: Mack and Lennie Beeler. Brothers: Tommy, Otis, and Clarence Beeler. Sisters: Mert, Lelia, and Georgia.
Teresa Ann Greer, age 44, of Maryville, TN passed away peacefully on June 16, 2018. Preceded in death by mother Judith Ann Greer. Survived by children, Courtney Ann Thomas and fiancé Brandon Yeaman, Justin Joe Bradburn, and Madison Ann Bradburn; father Bobby Joe and wife Deborah; grandchildren John Mason and Eli Blane.
James Paul Myers, Jr. age 70 of Knoxville, passed away June 15, 2018. James was a Vietnam veteran. He was of the Baptist faith and pastored many churches in his life. Preceded in death by wife Janet Myers; parents James P. Myers, Sr. and Juanita Myers; sister Helen Wrinkle. Survived by sons Jay Lloyd Myers and Stephen Myers; very special brother David Myers; several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. Wednesday June 20, 2018 at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow, Rev. Clyde Lakin and Eddie Myers officiating.
Anna Mae Shelby Davis-age 78 of New Tazewell passed away Friday morning, June 15, 2018 at U. T. Medical Center following a long illness. She was a member of Raccoon Valley Baptist Church. Preceded in death by daughter, Kathy Ann Davis; parents, Jim and Louella Shelby; brothers, Willis Shelby, Troy Milton Shelby; sisters, Grace Shoffner and Viola Shelby.
Gary Lynn Anderson, Sr.-age 72 of Luttrell passed away Thursday morning, June 14, 2018 at U. T. Medical Center. He was preceded in death by parents, Rev. Frank J. and Mildred (Hundley) Anderson; brothers, Robert (Bob) Anderson, Paul Anderson; sister, Cheryl Tyson; grandson, James Thompson; great-grandson, Skyler McClure.
Betty Jane Patterson-age 91 of Maynardville passed away Sunday morning, June 10, 2018 at Beverly Park Place, Knoxville. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Sevierville. She also enjoyed square dancing and was a member of Good Times Square Dance Club. Preceded in death by her husband, Clinton Patterson, Sr. in 1998; three sisters, Dorothy, Jean and Alla.
Beulah Elizabeth Gose Walters-age 99 of Luttrell passed away Tuesday morning, June 12, 2018 at U. T. Medical Center. She was a member of Little Flat Creek Baptist Church. Beulah was a retired Post Master of the Luttrell Post Office with 30 years of service. She was preceded in death by husband, Tom Walters; parents, John and Lora Gose; sisters, Hazel Chandler, Bonnie Lawson; infant brother, Leon Gose; grandchildren, Karen Seymour and Tony Walters.