Bruce Beatty. Born on September 1, 1957 in Knoxville, TN. On Monday July 28,2026 at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, Bruce was called home to eternal rest. Preceded in death by: parents, Charles and Elizabeth Beatty; grandmother, Helen Beatty; brother, Edward Beatty; uncles David Beatty, and Arthur Lee McKinns. Survived by: two sisters, Elizabeth (Alyce) Miller-Parris and Helen L. Banks; three nieces Gigi & Carla Parris, Nicole Banks-Long; nephew, Harry James

In Loving Memory of Ivan Patrick Dragg Ivan Patrick Dragg passed away into eternal rest on July 28,2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories. Ivan reunited in heaven with those who preceded him in death: his beloved mother, Elizabeth O. Dragg; his father, Hosea Dragg, Sr.; his brother, Hosea Dragg, Jr.; his sister, Joycelyn N. Dragg; his nephew, Kenwain D. Dragg; and his niece, Caresha N. Dragg. A proud and loving father, Ivan’s greatest joy was

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Ora Lee Underwood McKinnon June 3, 1927 – July 28, 2026 "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed." Proverbs 31:25–Proverbs 31 woman—a woman of unwavering faith, quiet strength, boundless generosity, and unconditional

James Robert Lomax Jr. passed away on July 25, 2026. Arrangements are incomplete at this time, and will be announced at a later date. Final arrangements entrusted to Jarnigan and Son Mortuary.

Mitchell "Mitch" Patterson was born on December 30, 1936, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late Mitchell Patterson, Sr. and Edna Patterson. On July 27, 2026, he peacefully entered into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, love, and unwavering devotion to his family. To know Mitch was to know a man whose quick wit, playful sense of humor, and genuine love for people could brighten any room. Whether he was sharing a joke, cheering on his favorite teams, or sp