Wesley D. Taylor-age 86 of Washburn passed away Saturday evening, August 24, 2024 at his home. Preceded in death by his parents, Keith and Sybil Taylor; brother, Don Taylor; sister, Mildred Johnson.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sharon Taylor; daughter, Sandi Bonanno; sons, Dan Huckans, Rick Huckans, Chucky Taylor, Ken Taylor; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangement by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Guy Mitchell “Mitch” Brewer – age 59 of New Tazewell, went to be with the Lord Friday, August 23, 2024 at his home. Mitch loved to fish and spend time with his family. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Jennifer Denise Brewer; parents, Guy E. and Loretta Brewer.

Rebecca L. Lacey-age 61 of Knoxville passed away suddenly Friday afternoon, August 16, 2024 at U. T. Medical Center. She was a member of Callahan Road Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents, Jackie Ray and Betty Jo Lacey; brother-in-law, Mark Davis.

Karen Wyrick-age 59 of Maynardville passed away Monday, August 19, 2024, at her home.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Ricky Dean Dotson-age 66 of the Hickory Star Community in Maynardville passed away Friday evening, August 16, 2024 at U. T. Medical Center. He was the retired owner/operator of his excavation company and was an executive of Norris Lake online. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Preceded in death by parents, Herman and Olive (Anderson) Dotson; son, Oland F. Dotson.

Lawrence E. Kane-age 78 of Bean Station, formerly of Goshen, New York, died suddenly Thursday, August 15, 2024, in New Mexico as the result of a traffic accident. Larry was born September 22, 1945, in Sodus, New York, the son of Erwin H. Kane and Marquerite L. Kane. He graduated from Rhinebeck Central Schools, Dutchess Community College, SUNY at New Paltz and received a master's degree from Iona College.

Norma Dene "Wammie" (Sexton) Lucas Sharp- age 80, of Maynardville, born June 3, 1944, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at North Knoxville Medical Center. Norma was a long-time member of Little Valley Baptist Church. She loved Scrabble and Bingo. Norma was a very outgoing friendly person who never met a stranger. She loved to cut up and mingle with friends and family. She was a very sentimental, kindhearted, loving and giving person.

Dwight Lee Wolfenbarger-age 43 of Luttrell went to his heavenly home on Sunday, August 11, 2024. He was a member of Spring Street Baptist Church, Powell. Preceded in death by his father, Lawrence (L. H.) Wolfenbarger; grandparents, John Henry & Agnes Marie Wolfenbarger; Clovis and Lillian Hinds; great-niece, Lanie Grace.

Mallie Faye Hicks of Corryton, went to be with the Lord Thursday, August 8, 2024. There to greet her was her grandparents: Tim and Mallie (Simpson) Hicks, Frank Goetz, Elizabeth Russell, and David Scott.

She is survived by grandparents, William E. Russell Jr., Jannie Schnaitman, James Williams, Wanda Scott and Barbara (Brannam) Scott; parents, Jesse and Tiffany (Williams) Hicks; brothers, Chuckie Williams and Noah Howard. She had many aunts, uncles and cousins who loved her dearly.

Donnie “Ray” Williams Sr, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and avid outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. He was 71 years old. A man of profound character and integrity, Ray’s greatest passions were his family and his time spent in the great outdoors. He was an enthusiastic hunter and fisherman. His stories of his adventures were legendary among friends and family, always told with a twinkle in his eye and a heart full of pride.

Carlos David Collins – age 65 of Maynardville, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024 at his home. He was a member of New Testament Baptist Church.

Dolores Scaia – age 91 of Corryton, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 4, 2024 at her home.

She is preceded in death by parents, Frank and Mary Dalasandro; and husband of 66 years, Charles Scaia. Dolores is survived by loving daughter, Doreen McClurkin. Trinity Funeral Home, Maynardville, has the honor to serve the family of Dolores Scaia. 865-992-5002 www.trinityfuneralhome.net

Tyler Scott Chadwell – age 35 of Maynardville, passed away suddenly on July 30, 2024. He was an organ donor and although he left this world too soon, he was able to give several others the ability to continue on with their lives. Tyler attended Union County High School. He was very talented and intelligent with the IQ of a genius. Tyler was good at any type of work he chose to do. He worked with his father as a plumber. Tyler never met a stranger and everyone he met fell in love with him. He was adventurous, loved the outdoors and spending time on Norris Lake.

Bennie C. Capps – age 88 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord, August 3, 2024, with his loving family around him. He was a member of Black Fox Primitive Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, clerk, and treasurer for most of his life. Bennie proudly served in the U. S. Army and was stationed at the Pentagon. He retired from TDOT after many years of loyal service.

Nancy Jane Chadwell – age 85 of Maynardville passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Mary Inez Smith; husband of 63 years, Fred “Pete” Chadwell; five brothers; her beloved grandson, Tyler Scott Chadwell.

Frances E. Singh Gill-age 67 of Knoxville, born May 21, 1957, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a retired LPN. Preceded in death by her parents, Edwin Eugene and Mary (King) Ecker; brother, Maurice Dale King; nephews, J.P. Griffen, Zack Mahserjian-Smith; great-niece, Heather Santarlasci; great nephew, Nicholas Santarlasci.

Roberta Corum McManaman – age 72 of Cosby, formerly of Maynardville, passed away July 31, 2024 at Newport Medical Center. She was a member of Maynardville Church of God.

Benny Ray Dyer-age 73 of Luttrell, born July 5, 1951, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Benny loved to fish and hunt and was an avid U.T. Vols fan. Preceded in death by the love of his life, Cissy Smith; parents, Carnes Glynn and Mildred Dyer; brother and his hunting buddy, Bob Dyer; nephew, Chris Dyer.

Malcolm Edward Wolfenbarger – age 61 of Washburn, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at his home. He was a member of United Missionary Baptist Church, Knoxville. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Mack and Dot Grigsby, Lawrence and Irene Wolfenbarger, Melvin Green.

John Verlin Cabage, Sr., was born on December 30, 1935 in a house built by his great grandfather, James E. Newman, on Henegar Street, Knoxville, Tennessee. He died July 29, 2024. He was a former member of Dante Baptist Church and attended Milan Baptist Church. John proudly served in the United States Air Force for 21 years and retired as a Master Sergeant. He taught school in Knox County for over 20 years. Two years during his employment with Knox County, he served as President of the Knox County Education Association.