Teresa Eldridge Long-age 55 of Maryville, formerly of Luttrell passed away suddenly Friday, February 18, 2022 in Knoxville. She was a Christian. Preceded in death by mother, Barbara Inman; sister, Kelly Henderson; nephew, Alex Childress; mother-in-law, Wanda Eldridge.
Survivors: husband of 7 years, Blake Long; sons, Alvin William Eldridge and wife, Tee Cheri Eldridge; Adam Author Eldridge; former husband, Alvin Author Eldridge; eight grandchildren. Sisters, Shannon Kay Wells, Elizabeth Johnson, Sonja Eldridge; brother, Jay Shores. Several nieces, nephews and other family members.

Betty Jo (Nicley) West-age 78 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord Monday morning, February 21, 2022 at home. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Highland Springs Baptist Church in Blaine. Preceded in death by husband, William Paris (Bill) West; parents, Oddie C., and Ethel Trula Mae Nicley; brothers, Carson Nicley, Brownie Nicley, Mark Nicley; sisters, Bessie McMahan; Bonnie Lorene Evans.

Tommy Lynn Rutherford-age 61 of Maynardville passed away Sunday morning, February 20, 2022 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville. He was a member of Free Fellowship Pentecostal Church, Maynardville. Preceded in death by mother, Virginia Baker; step-father, John Baker; son, Tommy James (T.J.) Rutherford; daughter, Alicia Lister; brother, Charles Rutherford; nephew, Josh Munsey.

J. M. “Jay” Keck – 93 passed into Heaven, Friday, February 18, 2022 after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Maynardville before moving to Duffield, Virginia. J. M. was a member of Thomas Village Church in Duffield.

Lorene (Renie) Collins-age 76 of Luttrell gained her wings Saturday afternoon, February 19, 2022 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She loved her family and grandkids. She is preceded in death by her parents, Wren and Adell (Ford) Collins; brother, Clay and Jim Collins; sisters Wanda Whitson and Evelyn Sands.

Deborah Ann Estes – age 50 of Harrogate, passed away peacefully with her family by her side Friday, February 18, 2022. She was saved at the age of eight at Alder Springs Baptist Church in LaFollette and was a member of Shawanee Baptist Church. Deborah was a member of Eastern Star Shawanee Chapter #436 and an alumnus of Lincoln Memorial University. She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend to all she knew.

Bobby E. (Bob) Sexton-age 75 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 16, 2022 at Sacred Ground Hospice in Knoxville. He was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. Bob was the owner/operator of Doug and Bob’s Body Shop in Maynardville for the past 47 years which was always a local gathering spot for neighbors and friends and where everyone was welcome. Bob’s garage was once voted the best in Union County and he always went the extra mile for his customers. He was an avid bass fisherman and loved Norris Lake along with other surrounding lakes.

Bennie Wayne Mills – age 67 of Maynardville, changed his address to Heaven on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. A loving husband of 45 years, father, papaw and brother.

Kenneth Warren Winters, age 79, of Maynardville TN passed away Friday, February 11th, 2022. Kenny grew up in Maynardville where he attended Horace Maynard High School, graduating in 1960. He moved to West Virginia in his 20’s where he lived for twenty-five years. He moved back to Maynardville in the mid-90’s and lived there until his passing. Preceding him in death was his father, Raymond Winters, his mother, Ida Cooke Winters, his brothers, Edward and Raymond and his extended family, Dr. Joseph and Mary Jessie Ricketts.

Patty Jones – age 81 of Simpsonville, Kentucky, former resident of Harrogate, Tennessee for over 40 years passed away peacefully February 12, 2022. She was a member of Miller’s Chapel Baptist Church and saved at a young age. Patty was a caring, compassionate friend to all. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt and Mammie. Patty was known to those who knew her as Mama Wally of The Oasis.

Steven Lynn Atkins-age 63 of Maynardville, born July 4, 1958 passed away Thursday morning, February 10, 2022 at U. T. Medical Center. Hel loved to spend time with his family, fishing and racing. He was an owner/operator truck driver and also worked for Belcher Trucking. Preceded in death by parents, Roy and Mary Atkins and a sister, Dorothy Atkins.

Timmy Joe Bruner – age 57 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully February 9, 2022.

He is preceded in death by parents, Lawrence and Viola (Clapp) Bruner. Joe is survived by brother, Tony (Terrie) Bruner; sisters, Debbie (Mike) Wynn and Tammie (Chuck) Humphrey; nephews, Charles, Abner, Marcus, Matthew and Micheal Bruner; nieces, Angel Wynn, Isabella Humphrey; great niece, Liaunna Abner; and love of his life, Jodie.

Victor Shane Archer-age 58 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at his home. He was a graduate of Clinton High School, Class of 1982. Preceded in death by parents, mother, Charlene Williamson and step-father, Herman Williamson.

Harold Gene Noland-age 64 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at his home. He was a member of Mascot Lodge #738 F. & A.M. Preceded in death by wife, Shirley Grimes Noland; son, Timmy Noland; parents, Arnold and Loraine (Johnson) Noland; brother, Charles “Chuck” Noland.

Hattie Genevieve Fox – of Washburn, January 25, 2022 ~ February 9, 2022. Our precious angel, Hattie G., beloved infant daughter of Brandon and Kensey Fox of Washburn, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

Jeanette Christian Stephens-age 85 of Clarksville, born September 28, 1936 passed away Monday, February 7, 2022 at her home.

Survived by:
Husband Bruce Stephens
Children: Karen Primeau, Debra Dailey and Nelson Moores
Grandchildren: Kirsten, Katie, Garrison, Grant, Nickie, Landon, Spencer, Josh, Noah, Annie
Great-Grandchildren: Oscar, June, Emma, Mila, Etta, Harrison, Everett, Hazen and Roland.
Sister, Doris Howey, and her husband (brother-in-law) Glenn Howey, nephew Gordon, nieces Pam and Kristi.

Ella Mae (Maples) Franks-age 92 of Sharps Chapel passed away Friday morning, February 4, 2022 at Creekview Health and Rehabilitation Center, Knoxville. She was a member of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Billy Franks.

Survivors: son, William (Billy) Franks and wife, Renee; granddaughters, Peyton Franks and Noelle Franks. Several nieces, nephews along with other family members and a host of friends.

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Daniel W. Formhals-age 52 of Loudon passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022 at U. T. Medical Center. He was a devoted Christian and loved to study the Word of God. He was born June 3, 1969 in Riverhead, New York. He relocated to Loudon, Tennessee from New York two years ago. Preceded in death by brother, Eric Formhals.

Daniel is survived by wife of 12 years, Cecilia Suhovsky of Loudon; parents, Brian and Donna Formhals of North Carolina; brothers, Brian Formhals of New York; Kyle Formhals of New Hamshire and his beloved dog, Zeke.

Eric Glenn Miniard-age 33 of Washburn passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. Even though his failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart left a beacon of light for all who knew him. Eric was a member of Mt Eager Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Geraldine and John Ralph Miniard.

Gracie Jane (Nicley) Bailey-age 92 of Luttrell, born August 31, 1929 passed away Saturday morning, February 5, 2022 at the home of her son in Maynardville. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband, Carl P. Bailey; son, Leroy Bailey; twin sons, Darrell and Harrell Bailey; parents, Robert and Mae Nicley; sister, Callie Dalton; brothers, Hubert Nicley, Cliff Nicley.