Obituaries

DeLois Gordon of Knoxville, TN departed this life May 27, 2026 at her home. DeLois was born February 4, 1952 to the late Dorothy Mae Gordon. She graduated from Rule Highschool. Lois, as she was affectionately known, was a woman that enjoyed the simple things in life. She loved spending time with her family. To Lois, there was no better place to be than having a good laugh with family and friends. Lois was the life of all family gatherings. Whether it was telling a joke or a s

Mrs. Wilma Cowan Steele, of Knoxville, TN. Departed this life on May 29, 2026 at Parkwest Hospital. More service details will be announced at a later date.

Mrs. Jymme S. Armstrong, of Knoxville passed away at home on May 28, 2026. More service announcements will be announced at a later date.

Maggie Lenora Baker Williams transitioned to her heavenly home on May 25, 2026, while residing at Island Home Park Health and Rehab in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was born in Florida on June 27, 1944, attended Charles M. Hall High School in Alcoa, Tennessee, and worked for several years in production in Rockford, Tennessee. Maggie was a loving, caring, sincere, and giving woman who was deeply dedicated to serving God, often placing the needs of others before her own. She was an

Vernon Anderson passed away recently at U.T. Medical Center. Service details will be announced at a later date.

Sunrise: October 29, 1946 Sunset: May 23, 2026 Walter Lamar Spears was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, skilled craftsman, and faithful follower of Christ whose life was marked by dedication, humility, and love for his family and community. On May 23, 2026, at the age of 79, he peacefully transitioned leaving behind a legacy that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Walter shared a beautiful love story with his beloved wif

In the loving memory of Willie Eleazer. Willie was born on July 2,1958. He passed away on May 19, 2026. Viewing services for the public will be on June 5, 2026 from 2:00pm till 3:00pm. June 6, 2026 viewing will be from 12:30pm till 1:30pm and services will start right after at 1:30pm. More service details to be announced at a later date. Final arrangements entrusted to Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.

A'Majesty Denise Espy was born on February 26, 2026 at Dolly Parton’s Children’s Hospital. Preceded in death by: brother, Taman Stapleton, grandparents, Qiana Bennett, Tommy Whitehead, Matthew Brown, Dock Stewart Jr.; great grandmothers Christine Elder and Unica Whitehead; uncle, Tommie Bennett, several aunts, uncles, and cousins She leaves to cherish her memory: parents, Alexus Bennett and Marvin Espy, and a loving friend that was like a father to her Robert Charles Lundy; s

Alice Cornelia Pettus (neé Johnson) departed this life April 29, 2026, at the age of 100. Born January 29, 1926, in Holden, West Virginia, she was the eldest child of Ella E. Allen and David A. “Jack” Johnson. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Pettus was preceded in death by her husband, Albert E. Pettus, Jr.; stepfather Claude W. Allen; grandparents Ben H. and Jessie A. McDowell; son Henry R. Eldridge; granddaughter Teresa D. Allen; grandsons Eric M. Wright and Cornelius S.

Patricia Ann Boyd was born on April 23, 1969 and entered eternal life April 28, 2026. Patricia was a graduate of Rule High School. She was employed at the University of Tennessee Varsity Dining for several years and later retired from Shannondale Nursing Home. Patricia loved family and friends, loved going swimming, and enjoyed listening to music. Patricia was a member of Open Door church in Lonsdale for over 15 years. Proceeded in death by mother Nancy Louise Boyd, cousin

Mrs. Betty Rose Perry Marshall Lowery (affectionately known as “GrandMaMa,” Ms. Betty, or Betty Rose), graduated to glory on April 26, 2026. She was born on July 31, 1945, in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was a beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, niece and most importantly, a woman of God. Betty Rose spent her early years in The Bottom and College Homes (Mechanicsville), and most of her life in East Knoxville. She received her education at Maynard Eleme

Angie Lennice Keith, 70, of Murrieta, California, transitioned peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2026. Born May 13, 1955, to Olivia Keith and Floyd Evans, Angie lived a life beautifully marked by faith, resilience, and unwavering familial devotion. A cherished member of the Knoxville community, she attended Knoxville College and served as a beloved aide at Maynard Elementary, supporting students in special education. Her deep faith was central to her life, marked by service as