Dolores M. Clifford, age 89 of Knoxville passed away on Sunday, December 9th, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents Ballard and Nell Strickland. Mrs. Clifford is survived by husband Ernest R. Clifford and children Linda Sanders and Earnest Wayne (Janice) Clifford. Grandchildren include: Rob (Amy) Sanders, Clay (Tambra), Dustin (Tammy) Sanders, and Shannon Clifford. Great grandchildren: Katie, Carson, Conner Sanders, Cala Sanders, Ethan and Evan Blount, Summer and Chance Sanders; and great-great grandson Adrian Rodriguez.

Robert William “Buddy” Gordon, III, age 42, passed away on December 8, 2018. He was a member of New Hope Church in Sevierville. His nature was to love unconditionally and that showed through his love and special connection to dogs, especially Sport. He was a loving son, brother and grandson. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered. He is survived by mother and stepfather, Marlena and Garry Foshie; father and stepmother, Robbie Jr.

Goldie Mae Bull-age 83 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday morning, December 5, 2018 at her home following a brief illness. She was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, Sharps Chapel. She was born November 8, 1935 in Sharps Chapel the daughter of the late John and Blanchie (Ray) Lambdin; also preceded in death by her husband, Loyd Bull; brothers, Roy, Troy, Lawrence and Sherman Lambdin; sister, Reba Cole.

Gary Hurst, age 53, of Tazewell, was born October 25, 1965 and passed
away December 3, 2018 at Claiborne Medical Center Hospital. He
professed faith in God at an early age in November, 1981. He was a
member of Caney Valley American Christian Church.

Sharon Kay Phelps - born October 18, 1959, went home to be with the Lord, on December 6, 2018 surrounded by loving family and friends. She was saved in 1979 and was a member of Hilltop Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by grandmother, Ressie Majors; father, David Bullis; mother, Ruth Bullis; and brothers, Shirrell Majors and Jimmie Majors. Sharon is survived by husband of 41 years, Gary Phelps; son and daughter-in-law, Travis and Robbie Phelps; mother-in-law, Nancy Phelps; granddaughter, Chloe Phelps; and grandson; Trent Phelps.

William Ralph Mink went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2018. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving wife Peggy of 58 years and his children after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Ralph was born on October 23, 1938 to Buford and Addie Mink from New Tazewell, Tennessee. He attended Hiwassee College where he met Peggy and later attended the University of Tennessee where he received a degree in Pharmacy. His 46-year career as a pharmacist included 36 years at Appalachian Regional Hospital in Middlesboro, Kentucky.

Roy L. Southers, Sr. (R.L), age 86, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. He was preceded by parents, Worley and Gracie Southers; brothers, Gene, John and Frank Southers; and sister, Anna Ruth Chapman. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Christa Sparre’ Southers; children, Daniela Pinkerton, Roy Jr. and wife Kathy, Rickie and wife Rhonda Southers and Randy Southers; grandchildren, Jesse Pinkerton, Justin and Austin Southers, Morgan Southers and Remington Brown; and many family and friends. Roy was a loving, humble and honest husband, father and friend.

Leona J. Lankford, age 88, of Corryton, passed away on December 6, 2018. She was a member of Friendly Chapel Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family and her faith were the most important things in her life.

Leona was preceded in death by husband Grant Lankford; and son Stanley Lankford.

She is survived by children Diane Baxter, Tracey Rucker, Mark Lankford, and Terry Lankford; sisters Betty Hancock and Connie Beja; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Joseph Lance Morton, age 48, of Knoxville passed away Monday, December 3, 2018. He enjoyed being a chef and was previously employed for many years by the Chop House. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. He will be remembered as a kind and caring man with a big heart. He will be sorely missed.

Mary Belle Wilkerson – of Halls, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 4, 2018. A lifelong resident of the Halls Community, “Mimi”, as she was lovingly known, was a member of The United Methodist Church of Halls, and beforehand, for many years, was an active member of The Church of the Good Shepard. She was involved in many organizations which included the DAR, Halls Women’s Club, and was a Worthy Matron in the Fountain City Eastern Star. For the past three years she was a happy, active resident of Elm Croft Assisted Living in Halls.

Wanda Lee Key Wright. She was 75 years old of Knoxville, Tennessee entered the Heavenly gates to be with her lord and Saviour on Dec. 4th 2018 of natural causes. Proceeding in death by Parents Frank and Nena Key of Harriman, Tennessee and brothers Rodger, Earl, Blaine, James, Donald, Ferrell, Steve Key. Also proceeding in death Daughter Pamela. Survived by sister Shelia Alcorn and husband Darrell Self. Survived by Harry Phillips of a 12 year relationship. Children: Melissa Evans, Crystal Hughes, Robert Wright (Bobby) and Gary Wright.

Thelma Elizabeth Ramaglia – age 90 of Washburn, passed away on December 4, 2018. Thelma was a member of Saint Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Church.

She is preceded in death by husband, John Ramaglia. Thelma is survived by daughters, Susan Ramaglia and Judy Ramaglia; sons, John (Denise) Ramaglia and Richard Ramaglia; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren with one expected in July.

Edward Leo Oliver, age 82, of Corryton, went to be with The Lord on December 1, 2018. He was a member of Emory Valley Baptist Church. He was a 50 year member of Corryton Masonic Lodge #321, P.M. twice and held many positions during his time there. Leo proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during a two year tour of duty overseas and was honorably discharged in 1958. Leo fully retired in 2002 from Plasti-Line, Inc. after 14 years and more than 23 years at Tucker Steel Company. He enjoyed gardening, college and professional football and Nascar racing.

On Saturday, December 1, 2018, Wendy Turner, wife, mother, daughter and sister passed away at the age of 51. Wendy will be forever remembered by her loving husband and best friend of 28 years Johnny Turner; their wonderful son, Brandon Turner (Sage); father, David Cooper (Brenda); siblings, John Cooper (Elizabeth), Darrell Cooper (Jennifer), Nina Goode (Roger) and Amanda Shaffer; she will forever be remembered by her numerous nieces (4), nephews (5), and extended family and dear friends.

Marie (Rutherford) Kidwell, age 91, passed away on December 2, 2018. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by husband Swan Kidwell; parents Tom & Rova Rutherford; sister Edith Flatford and infant brother Arthur Rutherford.
Survived by sister Bernice Flatford; special friends Lawrence & Ethel Weaver and Karen Hawks; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Family will receive friends 6-8pm Thursday at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel, with funeral service to follow at 8pm, Rev. Mike Keck officiating.

Bruce Paul Mays, born January 14, 1929 died December 1, 2018 surrounded by wife and children. Married 68 years to Betty (Holland) Mays. Graduated from Rule High School in 1947. Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Germany in 1951-52. Retired from Roadway Express. He was a life-long Teamster and a member of the Lonsdale United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by parents Leon and Mary (Craig) Mays, son David Mays, son-in-law Mark Dunlap, brothers Lowery and Harold Mays, and sister-in-law Helen (Loveday) Mays.

George “Firecracker” Byrum Sr., age 80, went to be with his savior on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. He was a Deacon at Safe Harbor Baptist Church. He was an avid CB enthusiast. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Preceded in death by parents Claude and Ruby Byrum, children Timmy Byrum, Debbie Patterson, grandson Brent Byrum, siblings; Clara, Sally, Robert, Betty, John, and Doris.

Johnie Jones, Jr. – age 69 of Andersonville, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 surrounded by his family. Johnie was a member of Community Baptist Church of Maynardville. He was ordained July 9, 1989 and served as Chairman of the Deacon Board for 25 years. Johnie was a veteran of the United States Army. He was an employee of Plastic Line, Inc. in Powell and retired from Hickory Star Marina.

Deborah Lynn Love, 63, of Maynardville, TN passed away on Monday, November 26th. Born June 6, 1955 in Knoxville, TN to the late Allan Love and Patricia (Kennedy) Love. She is survived by brother, Allan Love (Knoxville); sister, Lisa Love (Maynardville); son, Randy Mershon (Rockford, IL.); daughter, Tricia Mershon (Smyrna); four grandchildren, Alyssa, Chandler, Chace, and Cooper; great-grandson, Bentley and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel on Saturday, December 1st from 4:00-6:00pm with a memorial service to start at 6:00pm.

Lucille Litton Smith – age 92 of Sharps Chapel, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, November 25, 2018. She was a member of Irwin’s Chapel Methodist Church.

She is preceded in death by husband, Edward Smith; and parents, Hugh and Sudy Calloway. Lucille is survived by daughter, Connie (Richard) Yerman; grandsons, Jeff, Tim, Scott and Chris Muller; sisters, Betty Helton and Blanche Adkins; she is also survived by several other family members and will be greatly missed.