Minnie B. (Canada) Idol age 73 of Knoxville was born October 19, 1944 and passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her Parents: John William and Mamilee Canada, Brothers: Clarence and Dave Canada and her Sister: Johnny Mae Baker.
She is survived by her Husband: Dewey Idol, Daughters: Paula Idol, Sherry Liford and Husband J.C., Brothers: Terry Canada, Bill Canada, Kenneth Canada, Sisters: Juanita Chamberland, Marie Wallace, Joann Deford and Diane Bunch. Several nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.

Jimmy D. Hamock – age 56 of Heiskell, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, January 7, 2018. He was a member of Walnut Grove Church. Jimmy was employed at Walmart in Clinton.

James E. Grubb-age 73 of Luttrell went home to be with the Lord Saturday evening, January 6, 2018 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Beulah Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Earl and Nancey Grubb; brother-in-law, Doug Kitts; sisters-in-law, Marla Grubb, Molly Grubb and Loretta Grubb.

Peggy Parks Hughes, of Knoxville, passed away January 8, 2018. She was a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church since 1955. Preceded in death by husband Billy S. Hughes; parents Floyd and Joyce Parks; son William Allen Hughes; sisters Yvonne Burch and Carolyn Meredieth. Survived by son Stephen R. Hughes and wife Debra; grandchildren Rebecca K. Hughes and David R. Hughes and wife Kaci; grandson Hayden J. Hughes; sister Kay P. Cooper; niece and nephews; special friends Raquel Hughes and Janet Parkinson. Family will receive friends Thursday 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.

Carol Chappell, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Sunday, January 7th, 2018. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 10th, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet at 10:45 a.m. for an 11:00 a.m. graveside service on Thursday, January 11th, 2017 at Greenwood Cemetery. Please leave online condolences at www.mynattfh.com. Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel, 2829 Rennoc Road, Knoxville, TN 37918. 865-688-2331

Ammie Wilma Lynch age 89 of Sharps Chapel departed this life January 8, 2018 at the Claiborne Medical Center. She was a member of Taylors Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her Parents: Virgie (Base) and Patrick Lay, Husband: Carson Lynch, Daughter: Elisabeth Monroe, Grandchildren: Tony Kennedy and April Brummitt, Great Grandson: Johnathan Brummitt, Brothers: Elvin Lay, Ralph Lay, Polie (June) Lay and Andrew Lay. She is survived by her Daughter: Gail Rush, Sons: Jack and Gregory Lynch, Sisters: Vontella (Dale) Cole and Dula Hamilton.

Mary Frances Wallace, age 92, born March 22, 1925, passed away January 6, 2018 at her home in Corryton. She was a member of Faith Freewill Baptist Church. Mary retired from St. Mary’s Hospital after 27 years of dedicated service. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Vestal Joe Gass; second husband, Fred Wallace; son, Jimmy Gass; parents, Albert & Ula Anderson; sisters, Helen and Betty; brother, Howard.

Brandon Graves, age 33, went to be with the Lord Thursday January 4th, 2018. He is preceded in death by parents Bobby Ray Graves and Margaret Rochester, and also grandfather Albert Hammack. He is survived by life partner Gary Beal, brother Bobby Graves Jr., aunt Louise Huling, and other loved ones. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 9th, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City, with a memorial service to follow. Pastor Larry Woods will be officiating.

Peggy Joyce Sharp will be honored with a celebration of her life on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at Salem Baptist Church from 12:00-3:00 pm. All family and friends are invited to attend as we honor her life and share memories. Food and refreshments will be served.

Jerry (Mikey) Massengill, went to be with The Lord January 6, 2018. He was preceded by father Earl Massengill, and brothers: Dennis Massengill and Wayne Massengill. Mikey is survived by mother Alma Jean Massengill, brother Johnny Massengill, brother Red Massengill, sister Cheryl Pace “David”, sister Jennie Cooper “Mike”, brother Jimmy Massengill, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1-3pm Saturday January 13, 2018 at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel. Condolences may be left at www.Mynattfh.com.

L. Vonzo “Von” Rodgers, age 78, of Heiskell, TN passed away on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018. He was a United States Navy Veteran and of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by wife of 35 years, Rebecca Phillips Rodgers, parents Caney and Icie Moreland Rodgers, and siblings Herman, Walter, Frank Rodgers and Leta Harbin. He is survived by children Lavonda (Shane) Lambert and Steven (Erica) Rodgers, grandsons Brandon and Logan Lambert and soon to be born Easton Rodgers, twin brother L.

Warren Calvin Parker Jr., affectionately known as Sonny-age 64 of Bean Station went to be with the Lord Friday evening, January 5, 2018 at The Heritage Center in Morristown with his loving sister and life-long caretaker by his side. He was a sweet and very loving brother and uncle.

He was preceded in death by his father, Warren C. Parker, Sr., mother, Betty Ruth Long Parker, infant sister, Nancey Parker; grandparents, Robert and Hattie Parker; John and Eva Long, brother-in-law, Richard "Pug" Bishop.

Anthony (Tony) R. Clem, age 35, of Knoxville passed away Friday January 5th, 2018. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He is preceded in death by mother Candy Clem. He is survived by son Macksum Clem, father Neil Clem, brother Brett Clem, Aunt Pam Hill Moyers, and several nieces and nephews. Receiving of Friends will be at Mynatt Funeral Home, Fountain City Chapel from 5pm-7pm Tuesday January 9th. Service to Follow. Chaplain Pam Neal to officiate. Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel in charge of arrangements.

Bonnie Claudette Bolden age 65 of New Tazewell, TN was born May 3, 1952 and passed away 12:30 PM Thursday, January 4, 2018 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her Parents; Jesse and Lucille Raynor, Loving Soulmate of 18 years; William Grant (Bill) Hiles. Survivors include her Son; Martin Bolden and Daughter; Lucy Bolden both of New Tazewell, TN.
No services will be conducted. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Inc. Maynardville, TN

Daniel Dow Rogers-age 51 of Knoxville passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Dan had a big heart and a kind loving spirit.
He is preceded in death by his Father; Rolland Leroy Rogers and his brother; Paul Hayes
Survivors include his Wife: Kim Rogers; Mother; Frances Helen Root; Brothers: Robert Rogers, David Rogers, and Earl Hayes; Sisters: Rosemarie Leimkuehler and Linda Hayes; Daughter: Lexi; Many nephews and nieces. Our hearts are broken.

Robert Lee White (RL) – May 28th 1937 – January 4th 2018 . Founder of R&W Supply and member of Callahan Road Baptist Church. He loved his family with no limits, was an avid golfer at Whittle Springs & Knoxville Municipal Golf Courses, loved to laugh and sing and was always quick with a joke or one of his many stories. He never met a stranger or had a hard word for anyone. He passed away peacefully at his home after an extended battle with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. God blessed him with a happy spirit and the ability to know his family to the very end.

Victor Lee Childress, age 63 of Halls, passed away on Tuesday January 2, after a long battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Halls, TN and attended Halls High School. Vic was a devoted husband and son, who enjoyed many different hobbies. He was a fabulous cook and an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed raising animals of all kinds, and flying his drone. Vic was preceded in death by his mother, Daisy Childress and numerous aunts and uncles.

Myra L. White, age 58 of Luttrell, went to be with the Lord Wednesday January 3, 2018. She was an amazingly loving, caring and beautiful person inside and out. There are not enough words to describe how much she meant to so many people, especially her daughter. Preceded in death by parents Faye and Ed Collett. Survived by husband Joe White and only daughter and best friend April White. Family will receive friends Sunday 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel with service to follow at 6:00p.m. Rev. Bill Berry, Rev. Glen Davis, and Rev John Collett will be officiating.

Jean Fender, age 85, passed away December 30, 2017. She retired from Joliet Terrace Nursing Home. Preceded in death by parents Raymond and Edith Dippold; brother and sister-in-law Arkel and Dorothy Dippold; and son-in-law Don Cole Jr. Left to cherish her memory are children Jim (Janet) Fender and Diane (Rob) Payton; granddaughters Kristen Cole and Laurie Cole; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Knoxville Area Rescue Mission (Karm) or Second Harvest Food Bank.

Eddie Earl Phibbs, age 70, of Andersonville went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2017 after a brave battle with cancer. He was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher. He was a retired Drafting Engineer who loved antique cars and frequented many car shows with his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry & Lorine Phibbs; half-brothers, Robert and Buddy Phibbs; half-sisters, Mary Louise Phibbs and Juanita Adcock.