Sylus Ayden Shope – age 2 month of Maynardville, was called home to join the angels on January 17, 2020. Although his time was too short on this earth, he will forever be loved and remembered by his family, especially his mommy and daddy.

Jessie Coy “Little” Wilder, age 79 of Maynardville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2020 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Middlesboro, Kentucky on September 13, 1940 and was a son of the late Bratcher and Lavada Kelly Wilder. Little was a member of St. Teresa of Kolkata Catholic Church in Maynardville and worked as a heavy equipment operator, retiring from the Operating Engineers Local 324 of Michigan.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his twin brother, Edward Troy “Big” Wilder, and sister, Janice Green.

Funeral services for Reverend Clarence Paul Byrd, age 79 of Manchester and formerly of Maryville, will be conducted on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 7:00 PM at Calvary Baptist Church, 100 S. Rankin Road, Alcoa, Tennessee with Dr. Steve Hodges and Reverend Greg Williams officiating. The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Graveside services will be held on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens in Tullahoma, TN with Reverend Jake Dorak officiating.

Elder D. R. Cabbage-age 88 of Maynardville finished his course Wednesday afternoon, January 15, 2020 at home. He was a member of Union Primitive Baptist Church. Preceded in death by wife, Rowena Cabbage; children, Claudett, Gary Lynn and Diane.

Survivors: Elder Ray and Teresa Cabbage. A host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff of Suncrest Hospice.

Maxwell Doyle Moore-age 84 of Maynardville was born September 18, 1935 passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 14, 2020. Doyle was member and deacon of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. Retired employee of Roadway Express and currently enjoyed his work at Cedar Grove Convenience Center. Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Goldie Cook Moore; brother, Bruce Moore.

Betty Juanita Wallace – age 82 of Luttrell, passed away January 13, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was a member of Mountain View Church of God. Betty had a great love of animals, especially her faithful companion, Roxy.

She is preceded in death by husband, Harless M. Wallace; and son, Harless M. Wallace, Jr. Betty is survived by daughters, Dianne Rutherford and Pat Lambert; grandchildren, Chris, Mickey, Angie and Earl Ailor III; several great grandchildren; sisters, Norma Lucas, Janet Keener and Glenna Mowerly; and brother, Ken Paul.

Charles Taylor Carter-age 77 of Sharps Chapel passed away Monday evening, January 13, 2020 at Ft. Sander’s Regional Medical Center. He was of the Baptist faith and a retired employee of Marlock Corporation. He was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Daisy Carter; brother, John Carter; brother-in-law, Audy Keck.

Survivors: sons, Greg (Tammy) Carter; Ricky (Lisa) Carter; one grandson, Cody Carter; brothers, Jim (Nancy) Carter, Tony (Fran) Carter; sister, Barbara Keck; sister-in-law, Madalene Carter. Several nieces and nephews.

Brenda Kay (Collins) Williams-age 50 of Powder Springs born December 2, 1969 passed away Saturday evening, January 11, 2020 at North Knoxville Medical Center. Preceded in death by father, Roy Collins.

Cynthia Marie Flores-age 60 of Maynardville passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020 at North Knoxville Medical Center.
Survivors: husband, Armando Rodriguez Flores of Maynardville; son, Kevin Flores of Knoxville; daughter, Adrian Hosford of Florida. Four grandchildren.
At the request of Cynthia, she will be cremated. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.

Angelia Deanna Flatford – age 69 of Maynardville, passed away peacefully at Willow Ridge Center on Thursday, January 9, 2020.

Randy Allen Johnson – age 35 of Washburn, was born on December 16, 1984 and passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at U T Hospital.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Basil and Alice Johnson of Washburn and Cecil and Geraldine Rowland of Tazewell, uncles, Bobby Rowland of Tazewell and Bobby Hayes of Washburn. Randy is survived by his parents, Curtis and Kimberly Johnson of Washburn, aunts, Melinda (David) Earls of Tazewell, Geannine (Cookie) Hayes and Cynthia (Rick) Coffey all of Washburn; and a host of other family and friends.

Gary Lynn Gentry-age 69 of Maynardville passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 at home after a short battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Hubert and Lelia Kiser Gentry; niece, Becky Hunt; special aunt, Ruth Raley; wife of 15 years, Barbara Gentry.

Douglas A. “Doug” Harden-age 63 of Washburn, born December 25, 1956 passed away Wednesday morning, December 25, 2019 at his home. Preceded in death by his mother, Vera Mann Harden.

Christopher “Tray” Fletcher-age 19 of Luttrell went to be with his Lord, Thursday evening, January 2, 2020 at his home. He was a member of Leatherwood Baptist Church in Claiborne County and was a graduate of Union County High School, Class of 2019. Preceded in death by great-grandparents, William Albert and Frieda Ann Fletcher; Charles and Evelina Mize; Farnum “Coot” Bolin; grandparents, Edward and Gwendolyn Stewart; uncles, William Albert Fletcher, Jr, Floyd Lewis Fletcher, James Carl Fletcher; aunt, Kathern Czarina Bolin Collins.

Frank Shelton-age 86 of Washburn passed away Monday, January 6, 2020. He was a member of Mt. Eager Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Rev. Loy and Orpha Shelton; also preceded in death by wife, Maxine Mayes Shelton; son, Mike Shelton; sisters, Ruth Clay, Evon Shelton, Orena Clay and Lillie Mae Lay.

Jerry Lynn Relford-age 57 of Maynardville passed away Wednesday morning, January 1, 2020 at his home. He was born May 5, 1962, one of fifteen children of the late Clifton and Ima (Wright) Relford. He was also preceded in death by half-brother, Clarence Evans; brothers, Bill Wright, Terry, Gary, Darrell and Randy Relford; sisters, Phyllis Thompson, Mary and Darlene Relford.

Roger Paul Nicley-age 78 of Maynardville went home to be with Jesus Wednesday morning, January 1, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. Roger proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a retired employee of Roadway Express. Roger never met a stranger, always had a joke to tell and cherished his wife of 57 years and adored his children and grandchildren. He lived life to the fullest and loved the Lord with all his heart. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all his nurses and caregivers from the V. A., SCHAS and U. T. Hospice.

Lela Delphia “Dell” West Wilmoth – age 92, went home to be with the Lord on December 31, 2019 at her home in Washburn. She was born on January 29, 1927 in Middlesboro, Kentucky. Dell was a member of Puncheon Camp Baptist Church.

Betty Sue (Williamson) Hunley-Owenby – 77, born July 29, 1942, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019. She retired after many, many years as a nurse from Baptist Hospital. Betty was a member of Clear Springs Baptist Church and loved to sing and enjoyed listening to bluegrass and gospel music. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them and her friends. She will be greatly missed.

Anna Marie “Cissy” Smith-age 60 of Luttrell, born November 20, 1959 passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at her home.

Cissy was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a hard worker and an amazing cook. If there was any day that Cissy couldn't be found, there was no doubt she was either camping or fishing. She was loved by so many and will be missed dearly. I will always love and miss you Mommy, to the moon and back.

Preceded in death by her parents James M. Smith Sr. and Jessie M. Stanifer Smith. Brother, James M. Smith Jr.