Shelma Jean Dunn, age 83 of Knoxville, passed away at her home on September 15, 2020. She was a member of Clapps Chapel United Methodist Church.
Preceded in death by parents, Clayton and Nellie Loope; sister, Mary Ruth Loope; brothers, Junior, Earl, Winfred, and Don Loope.

Debbie Wolfenbarger, age 62 of Powell, passed away September 16, 2020. Preceded in death by parents Nellie Rose and Willie Clark Arnold, sister Judith Johnson, brother Gary Arnold. Survived by husband Kenneth Lloyd Wolfenbarger Jr., brothers Greg (Joann) Arnold and Spencer Arnold, brother-in-law David Johnson, sister-in-law Kathy (Kirt) Senft; nephews Tyler Arnold, Brandon Seeber, Tim Johnson, Aaron Johnson, Robby Arnold, Scott Arnold, nieces Brittany Arnold Lett, Lexie Arnold, Ceati Seeber, and several great-nephews and nieces and other family members and acquaintances.

Edward Clayton Shipley “Ed” age 78 of Mascot passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020. Ed was a prominent business man and friend to many. He operated Ed Shipley Guttering for over 40 years. A member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Preceded in death by his parents Eston and Mildred Shipley; siblings Myra Ann Shipley, Jackie Ray Shipley, Barbara Ruth Cartwright, Melba Jean Ferguson.

Rodney Lynn (Rod) Collins-age 46 of Washburn passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, September 17, 2020 at his home. He was preceded in death by mother, Kathy Bell; father, Earl Collins; sister, Laura Wilkerson; brother, Christopher “Outlaw” Dyer.

Ola Mae Wilkerson, age 88 of Halls Crossroads, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Tennova North Medical Center. She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents Oliff and Maggie Wilkerson, siblings Elizabeth, Sophie, Mildred, Teresa, Cecil, Holbert, Carl, and Bob Wilkerson, Geraldine Hansard, and Annabelle Lyons. Survived by son Terry (Angie) Wilkerson, siblings Helen Monroe, Ruth Martin, Pearl Wilkerson, Clifford (Charlotte) Wilkerson, and several nieces and nephews.

Charles Edward (Buster) Nicley-age 68 of Washburn was born May 14, 1952 passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at U. T. Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Hazel Nicley; brother, Jim Nicley and an Infant brother and sister.

John E. Fagg-age 54 of Washburn passed away peacefully Sunday afternoon, September 13, 2020 at U. T. Medical Center. John was saved at an early age. He was an employee of MasTec, Inc., Knoxville. He was preceded in death by parents, John E. Fagg, Sr. and Martha Thomerson Bennett.

Trilla Fern Lewis Smith Walker-age 82 of Maynardville went to be with the Lord Friday, September 11, 2020 following her battle with dementia. She professed her faith in Christ at a young age. She was proceeded in death by parents, Jesse and Anna Lewis, brother, Harrell Lewis.

Leon Anthony Maldonado-age 36 of Maynardville passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 10, 2020 in Inglewood, Tennessee. He worked in construction and especially enjoyed electrical work. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lisa Johnson.

Calday A. Wyrick, Sr.-age 94 of Corryton passed away peacefully Friday morning, September 11, 2020 at U. T. Medical Center. The family would like to thank the hospital’s E. R. and 7th floor cardiovascular unit for the loving care of our daddy. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Corryton and was an Army Veteran of World War II. Preceded in death by wife, Mildred Turner Wyrick and son, Paul Wyrick; parents, Hobert and Annie Wyrick and several siblings.

Doris Annette Hickle Lindsey, age 78, of Strawberry Plains, TN fell asleep in death September 8, 2020 at home in Florida. She was an avid worshiper of Jehovah and lover of the written word. She fancied all things butterflies and felt the best color for the world was purple. She loved her family fiercely and lived life vivaciously. She is preceded in death by husband Paul Lindsey, daughter, Deborah Lindsey, father, Reverend James V. Hickle, mothers’ Anna McDaniel and Betha Goin.

Ricky Lynn (Burt) Savage-age 59 of Washburn passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 11, 2020. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Lori Savage; parents, Delmer and Peggy Savage; siblings, Ray Savage, Kay Savage and Pamela Gail Riffey.

Survivors, daughters, Brandy (Aaron) Brown, Katelyn Wallace, Caleb Sammons, grandchild, Brooklynn Brown; beloved nephew, Dustin Meredith. Brothers, Terry and Gary Savage; sisters, Tammy Hankins, Teresa Clifton and Patsy Geams.

Anna Lou “Nanny” McCarty-age 78 of Maynardville passed away Thursday morning, September 10, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Blue Springs Baptist Church in Sharps Chapel. Preceded in death by parents, Darris Dewey and Birdie Reagan; husband, James Hershell McCarty; sons, J. D., Marvin and Daniel McCarty; twin-sons, Larry and Loren McCarty; granddaughter, Brandy McCarty; sister, Ruth Reagan; brothers, Johnny, Joe, Donald, Lee and Ronnie Reagan.

Elizabeth (Libby) Anne Walker, 57, passed away peacefully at home on September 8, 2020. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, member of Union Baptist Church of Halls.
She is preceded in death by her father, Stanley Kirby, mother, Sunya Lynch, and brother, Jeffrey Kirby.
She is survived by her husband, Gary Walker, sons, Keith (Sarah) and Eric Walker, mother-in-law, Margaret Walker, sister-in-law, Karen Walker, sisters Kim (Mike) Yarnell and Sheri Young, grandchildren, Aimee and Haelie Thompson, Sunya, Brent, and Austin Walker.

Karen Michelle Abner-Boling-age 46 of Maynardville passed away Sunday morning, September 6, 2020 at home. She attended The House of God Worship Center, New Tazewell and was an assistant manager of the E Z Rental, Knoxville. Karen was a wonderful Mother and was loved by many. Preceded in death by father, William L. Abner.

Kay (Perry) Hall-age 85 of Sharps Chapel passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020 at the home of her nephew, Richard Cantor. She formerly resided in Willoughby, Ohio for over 30 years before returning to Tennessee in 1992. She was of the Jehovah’s Witnesses faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burrell Hall; parents, Arther and Martha Perry; brothers and sisters, Verlin, Jesse, Tyson, Andy, Carl, Robert, Wannie, Franklin, Ailene, Leah and Sara.

Myrtle (Osborne) Nicely – 87 of Maynardville, went to be with the Lord, September 3, 2020. She was a member of Valley Grove Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by parents, Clella and Viola Osborne; husband, Cecil; daughter, Robin; granddaughter, LaVonda. Myrtle is survived by daughter, Vickie Ryder (David McCarroll) sons, Toney, Freddie (Shirley) and Calvin; siblings, Kenneth Osborne and Barbara Paul; eight grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren; and four great - great grandchildren. The family wishes to express special thanks to all the staff at Willow Ridge Center.

Charlotte Louise Ellis, age 76, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord August 29, 2020. She was preceded in death by parents, Helen Jones and William “Bob” McMurray, step-father, Leroy Jones, siblings, Bobbie “Bobbie Jo” McMurray, William “Bud” McMurray, and Sally, David, and Steven Jones, and fathers of her children, William E. Sweat and Bill Ellis.

Durandon Leith Chandler-age 42 of Luttrell passed away suddenly Tuesday evening, September 1, 2020 at his home. He was a member of Mountain View Church of God. He was a very avid fan of U. T. sports and was a loving brother, uncle and friend. Preceded in death by parents, B. L. and Reba (Bays) Chandler; sisters, Reneda Lee and Francine Chandler.

Dannie Peters-age 65 of Maynardville passed away suddenly Monday evening, August 31, 2020 at his home. He was saved at an early age at Blue Springs Baptist Church. Dannie was a loyal member of Blazing Star Lodge No. 455 F. & A.M. He was a wonderfully talented musician and was an original member of the well-known Betterway Quartet. He had a faithful passion for music and singing for the Lord. He had an incredible love for God, his family and special friends, Star and Snoopy.