Reverend John Wayne Capps passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his home in Maynardville, Tennessee at the age of 79. He was a faithful member of Hines Creek Baptist Church and enjoyed working in the food pantry there. John was a 50-year Mason, past-Master and Secretary for 29 years at Corryton Masonic Lodge 321.

Lola Ann Olson-age 56 of Wartburg went to be with the Lord Saturday morning, July 18, 2020 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. She was a motorcycle enthusiast. Preceded in death by parents, Harold and Aline Boak; brother, Henry Boak; granddaughter, Kylie Sandifer; brother-in-law, John Rollert; sister-in-law, Marlene Wood.

Mary Rose Young, age 73, was reborn in Heaven July 15, 2020. Mary was a stay at home mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with family & friends. Mary loved going camping, cooking, and taking care of loved ones. She was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone during troubled times. Mary touched a lot of hearts and will forever be in her family’s. She was preceded in death by parents, William & Gracie Hounschell, spouses, Doyle Disney Sr., Edward Young, and Charles Clouse, and siblings, William Jr., Dennis, Daniel, Steve, and Paul Hounschell.

Spenser Paul Sharp, age 29, of South Knoxville, passed away suddenly at his home July 12, 2020. Spenser was a US Marine who proudly served his country while stationed in Afghanistan. He was a humble man who never met a stranger. Spenser had a personal relationship with his Savior, Jesus Christ, and now worships at his feet. He had a big heart and loved to make people laugh. Spenser was funny, caring, and so full of life. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially Natasha and their son, Anakin. To know Spenser was a blessing but to love him was an honor.

Robert “Robbie” Collins – age 42 of Maynardville, passed away suddenly Wednesday, July 15, 2020. He was a member of Taylor’s Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

Barbara Howard Flynn, age 82, of the Karns Community, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Barbara was a devoted member of Ball Camp Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School in the children’s department for over 50 years as well as prepared and served many meals over the years. She retired from Ball Camp Elementary School after almost 40 years of service. Barbara loved flowers and enjoyed gardening. She was preceded in death by loving and devoted husband of 61 years, Dwight Flynn, father, Waford Howard, and mother, Birdie Mynatt Sutherland.

Nola M. “Auntie” Merritt-age 87 of Powder Springs passed away Sunday morning, July 12, 2020. She was a member of Powder Springs Missionary Baptist Church and a retired employee of Standard Knitting Mills. Preceded in death by parents, Clyde and Allie Merritt; sister, Inez Merritt; nephew, Brad Nicley.

Survivors: niece, Patricia (Loy) Nicley; nephew, Matthew Nicley; special friend, Crystal Nicley; great-great-nieces and nephews, Noah, Callie, Madelyn, Reece and Gracee. Special thanks to Ridgeview Terrace of Life Care and Smoky Mountain Hospice.

Daniel H. Korth, age 60, of Maynardville, TN passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, July 9, 2020.

Gary Lynn (Papaw Hubcakes) Haynes-age 70 of Knoxville passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Thursday morning, July 9, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was an avid hunter and loved fishing before falling ill. You would always catch him singing to his Lord and enjoying life to the fullest. Per his request, his life will be celebrated privately and we will honor his wish of no services. Till we see you again, over and out Groovy J #1 Hubcap.

Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Linda Lee Spears-age 65 of Maynardville, formerly of New York went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. Preceded in death by mother, Alma Conklin; father, Charles Spears; brothers, Louie Curry and Don Spears.

Willie Ray (Bill) Lawson-age 71 of Luttrell, born May 17, 1949 in Luttrell went home to be with the Lord, Monday, July 6, 2020 at Fort Sander’s Regional Medical Center. He leaves here waiting to meet Him at Heaven’s Gate. Ray loved the Lord, his family and country. He served in the United States Marine Corp in Viet Nam. He never saw a stranger, loved helping people and he will be dearly missed, but never forgotten.

Dianne Evelyn Beck, aged 78, passed away on July 5th, 2020 at home in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was born in Pennsylvania and made her way with her family to Minnesota in her early years. Later, she eloped and married on a boat traveling to South America where she lived for twelve years, raising four children. Later homes included Louisiana, Kentucky and Tennessee.

Michael “Mike” Craig Ford-age 57 of New Tazewell, born February 21, 1963 passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020 at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. Mike was saved at an early age and was a member of MCM Baptist Church. Mike enjoyed life from playing with his grandchildren, taking care of his mother, building something or helping his cousins work in the tobacco field. He is preceded in death by his wife, Pasty Miracle Ford, parents, Rev. Roffie and Lourene Widner Ford; sister, Tammy Ford Bailey; brothers, Jeffery and Kevin Ford.

CORA LUCINDA JARVIS SEAL, age 98, of Washburn, TN passed away at home on Friday, July 3, 2020. She was a member of Mount Eager Missionary Baptist Church. Cora retired in 1991 as a CNA at Hillcrest Nursing Home. For over twenty plus years thereafter, she continued as a private caregiver for many people in the community. She was often seen outside working in her yard and flowers, which she was so proud of. She enjoyed gardening, canning, and spending time with her family. Cora was a devoted mother and grandmother who dearly loved her family.

Lelia Ann Roegelein-age 64 of Maynardville, born October 26, 1955 passed away suddenly Saturday, July 4, 2020 at her home. She was of the Baptist faith and was employed with the Coca-Cola Company for 17 years. Ann was an avid fan of U. T. Football and the Lady Vols. She enjoyed baking cakes for everyone and never met a stranger. She also had a special love for her grandchildren and great-grandkids.

Lisa Michelle Conatser-age 54 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Friday afternoon, July 3, 2020 at her home. She was a graduate of Rule High School, Knoxville, class of 1985. Preceded in death by grandmother, Betty Mullins, sister, Tammy Lee Mullins England, niece, Kaitlyn Walker, nephew, Baby Orvis England.

Thomas “Tommy” Daugherty, age 74, of Powell went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Anchor Holds Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by parents Charlie and Gladys Daugherty, siblings Charles Jr., Bobby, Marvin, Joyce and Bill, Judy, and Linda, son Thomas “Jay” Daugherty, granddaughter Molly Brown, and father-in-law Daniel A. Grissom Sr.

Anna M Tarwater (Nan), age 94, departed this life on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. She was born on April 3, 1926 in Minersville, PA to James and Florence Mullen.

Fred Eugene McAfee, age 80 of Knoxville, passed away July 12, 2020. Preceded in death by wife Joyce DeVault McAfee, mother and father Maggie & Charles McAfee, brothers Charles Andrew McAfee and Robert Lewis McAfee, and sister Emma Irene Turner. Survived by sister Alice Ruckart, nieces and nephews, as well as many more loved ones. Family and friends will meet at Sharp Cemetery on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 9:45 AM for a 10:00 AM graveside service, Terry Echols officiating. Online condolences may be left at www.mynattfh.com.

Lola Vontella Coffman, age 74, of Knoxville passed away peacefully into the arms of God on July 12, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was a member of Sunnyview Baptist Church.