Jewell “Gay” Asbury Mincey-age 89 of Knoxville was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She left this world to live in her heavenly home Saturday, January 20, 2024. Preceded in death by husband, Billy Howard Mincey; son, Jerry Mincey; son-in-law, James Hembree; grandson, Christopher Hembree.
Billy D. Hopson – age 87 of Corryton, went to be with the Lord Thursday, January 18, 2024 at his home. He was a member and deacon of Spiritual Baptist Church, Corryton. He was a loving father and grandfather and will be deeply missed.
Preceded in death by his wife, Cora Sweet Hopson; parents, Albert and Cora (Asbury) Hopson; brother, Tom Hopson; sisters, Inez Chesney, Margaret Davis, Ruby Martin.
Monteray Sharp-age 72 of Wilton Manors community of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, formerly of Sharps Chapel, Tennessee passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Holy Cross Medical Center following a lengthy illness. He was a member of Taylor’s Grove Baptist Church, Sharps Chapel, Tennessee.
On Dec 21st 2023, Jesus called Robert Weldon (Rob, Robby) Martin home, at the age of 50.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Martin, his parents Danny Ray and Patricia Ann Martin, as well as his grandparents and many friends and relatives who surely rejoiced at his arrival and met him at the pearly gates.
Leona Beth Miller-age 72 of Halls went to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 9, 2024. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend.
Preceded in death by husband, Donald Ray Miller; Daughters, Tammy Holloway and Karen Turner.
Survivors: daughter, Melisa Miller; grandsons, Matt Scott, James Joiner; granddaughters, Leona Edmonds, Krystal Edmonds, Ariah Mueller, Sara Joiner; great-granddaughter, Katana Edmonds; daughter-in-law, Amanda Miller; brothers, Ed Brown, Dave Brown. Many other friends and relatives.
Roy Ivon White – age 91 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully January 11, 2024 at Norris Health and Rehab. He was a Marine Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict, a charter member of Community Baptist Church, a Mason with J. C. Baker Lodge for over 50 years and member of American Legion Post 212.
Beth Ann Collins-age 54 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church, Sharps Chapel. She was a caregiver and loved her job at Visiting Angels, Knoxville Office. Beth was an active home schooler. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and aunt. Preceded in death by father, Teddy Collins; brother, Robbie Collins; grandparents, Edward and Georgette Collins; Mattie and Glen Woods.
Bertha “Bo” Sharp – age 83 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully and entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Rita Mae Middleton-age 70 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 10, 2024. She was of the Baptist faith. Rita loved to sit outside and enjoy nature and her humming birds and also sit on the porch and talk to her dog, Harry. Preceded in death by parents, Aulden and Willa Mae Middleton; sisters, Brenda, Linda, Glenna McCrary and husband James, Althea Middleton; brothers, Teddy, Burl and Terry Middleton.
Phyllis Williams - 77 of Sharps Chapel, passed away peacefully January 9, 2024 at her home. She leaves behind daughter, Augie Myers; son, Elliot; and other family and friends. No services are planned at this time. Trinity Funeral Home, Maynardville, has the honor to serve the family of Phyllis Williams. 865-992-5002 www.trinityfuneralhome.net
Joan Marcelle (Cooke) Holloway – age 82 of Corryton passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a member of Union Baptist Church on Washington Pike. She lived a life of service as an USO ambassador, Family Services representative on military installations, Special Olympics volunteer, and The American Red Cross Military and Disaster Service worker. In addition, she briefly worked for the FBI as a fingerprint examiner.
“The sun’s coming up in the morning, Every tear will be gone from mine eye. This ol’ house is gonna give way to glory, And like an eagle, I’ll take to the sky.” On January 6th, 2024, Claudette Coffman, of Corryton, TN, made that long awaited journey - passing away from the effects of Lewy Body Dementia.
Patricia Ann Allen – age 73 of Maynardville, was called home January 1, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. Ms. Pat, as she was known to her school “kid”, was a retired paraprofessional and school bus driver in Union County for many years.
She is preceded in death by parents, Adrian and Vondell Campbell; brothers, Charles, James and Steve Campbell; sisters, Kathy, Charolet, Karen and Lisa. Patricia leaves behind daughter, Amanda (John) Hall; son, Jonathan (Jamie) Allen; grandchildren, Victoria Rutherford and Lincoln Allen; and sister, Jan Campbell.
Carolyn Sue Brantley – age 73 of Sharps Chapel, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Claiborne Medical Center. She was a member of Blue Springs Baptist Church having been saved at an early age. She owned and operated Brantley Grocery in Sharps Chapel for many years and although she was a mother to 3 children, she mothered many other children at the “White House”. If you knew her, you knew what it was like to be loved.
Donald “Dee” Bradley – age 53 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 24, 2023. Dee loved to fish and loved to drive fast cars. He was a hard worker and detailed cars.
Preceded in death by his mother, Martha “Tess” Bradley; sisters, Martha Stephens, Lynda Collins, Cynthia Bradley; brother, Thomas Steward. Survived by sister, Phyllis “P.K.” Grimes and husband David; many nieces, nephews and friends.
There are no serviced scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary in Maynardville.
Tabbatha Byrum – age 39 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord Thursday, January 4th, 2024 at Willow Ridge Center. Tabbatha loved and praised the Lord every single day.
Preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth O’Donnell; grandmother, Janice Cole.
Survived by her brothers, Michael Hutchison, Shawn O’Donnell; uncle, Vint Long; aunt, Ruthann Long.
There are no services scheduled at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary in Maynardville.
Joseph E. Roberts – passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on January 4, 2024 at his home in Corryton. He was born, married and raised his children in New Jersey, then moved to Corryton in 1987. He proudly served as a Marine in the Pacific arena during World War II. Prior to Covid he was a member of Rutherford Memorial United Methodist Church. For many years he took daily walks up and down Jim Wolfe Road enjoying his time waving to all who passed by and making friends with those who stopped to talk or just wave back.
Joey (Roscoe) Johnson-age 57 of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday, January 1, 2024 at his home. Preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Ruby Johnson.
He is survived by his children, Trevor Johnson, Tiffany Johnson; brother, Tim Johnson; sister, Debbie Dyke; nephews, Tobby Johnson, Cory Dyke; niece, Cindy Dyke Nicley; great nephews, Devin Johnson, Ethan McKnight, Cole Nicley, Austin Nicley; great-great nephews, Ryland and Dallas McKnight.
At Joey’s request no services are planned. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.
Joyce Ann Hopkins – age 80 of Sharps Chapel, went home to be with Jesus Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was saved at the age of 12 and attended Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church and Irwin’s Chapel Methodist Church in Sharps Chapel. She was born March 20, 1943 in Ocala, Florida. She retired as a cake decorator and artist. She loved birds, Elvis and her Lord Jesus.
Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Wayne Hopkins Sr.; father, Tom Cotton; step-mother, Leona Cotton; mother, Sarah Cotton; brother, Tommy Cotton; several aunts and uncles.
David Burkhart – age 66 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord with a smile on his face Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Union Chapel Baptist Church. He was an employee of Service Master for over 20 years. He recently retired and was looking forward to Old Man Fishing and spending time with his new grandbaby, Dallas.
Preceded in death by his father, Richard Burkhart; mother, Sylvia Burkhart; brother, Richard Burkhart.