Obituaries

Trevor Lamar Jenkins passed away on December 3, 2025. The family will have a celebration of life service on Saturday, March 6, 2026 at 11:00am, located at Bearden United Methodist Church, 4407 Knoxville City Greenways, Knoxville, TN 37919. Final arrangements entrusted to Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.

Levi Williams, departed this life on March 3, 2026 at Ft. Sanders Hospital. More service details will be announced at a later date.

Donald Swaggerty of Knoxville, TN departed this life on March 3, 2026 at Fort Sanders Hospital. More service details will be announced at a later date.

Marzetta Y. Dunn, departed this life on March 3, 2026, surrounded by her family. More service details will be announced at a later date.

David H. Johnson, born June 14, 1949 passed away on February 19, 2026 at his residence. His life was not about how he died, but how did he lived. Not, what did he gain, but what did he give? Not, what was his church or his creed?  David “Herb” completed a graduate business degree, and was an entrepreneur in construction, insurance consulting, as well as the healthcare industry. He united at an early age with Clinton AME Zion Church and worked in several organizations includin

Pamela Louise Williams, 59, departed this life February 17, 2026. Pamela was born July 18, 1966 in Chicago, IL to Ruben and Kathleen Williams.  Pamela was a fun-loving person who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was always the life of the party, making every gathering a memory. Pamlea was also a very giving person. Always willing to help someone in need. She will truly be missed by all that knew her. Pamela is preceded in death by her mother, Kathleen Willia

Eldrick Douglas (Doug) King Sr, age 67, of Knoxville, Tennessee, departed this life Friday, February 20, 2026. Eldrick is preceded in death by grandparents, Anderson and Annie King; father, Walter Cowan Sr.  He Survived by mother, Shirley Maxwell; brothers, Anthony (Tylia) Dawkins, Walter Jr, Patrick (Angie), and Kevin Cowan, Gregory (Linda) Maxwell; sisters, Tracy Brooks, Michelle Maxwell, Melissa (Eric) Ray; children: sons, Eldrick Jr, Ja’Metrick, De’Modre’, Brian, Eldrick

Mrs. Deborah McGhee, departed this life, February 11, 2026 at Ft. Sanders Hospital. Services will be entrusted to Lawrence Moon Funeral Home, located at 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., Flint Michigan. For more information, please call (810-789-6666) Notice by Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.

Hazel Burum Arnwine, 73, of Oak Ridge, Tennessee died at Fort Sanders Medical Center in Knoxville, TN due to health issues on February 10, 2026. She was born in Oliver Springs, TN in 1953 to Eugene Hall and Ruth Burum. She married Ulysses Arnwine in the early 1990s.  She was born in Oliver Springs and reared in Knoxville during her adolescent years, the places that shaped her faith, strength, and character. She attended Austin East High School and graduated in 1971. She began

Lorrine Shumpert Rowland departed this life February 6, 2026 to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Lorrine was born December 14, 1927 to the union of George Washington Shumpert & Ludella Nunn. She was a member of Mt Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She was a active member and president over the usher ministry at Mt. Zion and a member of the senior choir. She worked with the CC Fuller Circle, Monday evening study session. She worked with the youth ushers. Lorrine Rowland

Reuben Robert Henry Foster born February 12, 1953. Departed this life on, Monday February 2, 2026, at The University of Tennessee Medical Center.   Reuben Foster was the son of the late Cleo Marie Martin and S.B. Washington. He is also preceded in death by his sisters; Portia Foster and Charlene Martin. Reuben leaves behind his beloved daughter Sutoria Foster, Gerald Hodge III (grandson), Valley Hodge (great granddaughter).  He also leaves behind sisters; Elsie Rosebuck, Lavi

Sheila (Diane) Jordan passed away from a short illness February 8, 2026. Diane was born in Knoxville, TN on March 9, 1947, to Ernestine F. Taylor and James Anderson. Diane graduated from Austin High School in 1965. She attended Knoxville College and Tennessee State College where she majored in Mathematics. Diane was employed by Delta Airlines as a reservationist for 22 years. In 1989,Diane was appointed to Knox County Election Commission by State Representative Joe Armstrong.

Nathaniel Lowery, the son of Sharon Prater Lowery and Clifton Thompson, and formerly of Knoxville, TN departed this life in Nashville, TN. He is proceeded in death by grandparents, Thomas Prater and Beatrice Prater. Nathaniel is survived by wife; Brandy Martin-Lowery as well as his 6 children. Brother; Keith Prater, Jamar Lowery (Tish), Sister; Shadia Prater. Niece and Nephews to include Pumpkin Lowery, Tysha Prater, Mankeisha Prater. Aunt; Beta. A memorial service has been r

Laqueshia Shuntay Castle, age 39, entered eternal rest on January 23, 2026. A lot of people’s lives will never be the same without her laugh and love. Our cherished Queshia was born November 26, 1986, to Marquitta “Tootsie” Castle and Anthony Buford in Knoxville Tennessee.   Preceded in death by her loving grandmothers Odella Buford and Patricia Crawford; grandfather, Douglas Crawford; uncle, Christoper Castle; and sister, Annecissa Brown.   Laqueshia had a heart of gold and

Sharon Marie Peck, Aug 11, 1954 to Jan 22, 2026, after several extended illnesses and with her sisters by her side,  received her reward and went to live eternally with her Lord and Savior on January 22, 2026.  Sharon attended Knoxville City Schools, graduating in Fulton High School’s Class of 1972. Committed to furthering her education she earned a Bachelors degree from Knoxville College in 1977 and a Master’s degree from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. Her employment

Nancy (Smith) Jett was born on September 22, 1942 in Salisbury, N.C. to Ruth and James Smith. God called Nancy home on January 16th, 2026. Nancy grew up in China Grove, North Carolina where she graduated from Agra High School in 1960 She later moved to Knoxville T.N. with her husband, Grandville Jett, in 1977 to a community called Austin Homes, where she lived for over 25 years. Nancy was well known, loved and greatly appreciated by everyone that she came in contact with. Wit

Paul Carter, age 66, passed away surrounded by love at U.T. Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, family, and joy. He was born, April 21, 1959, in Knoxville, TN, in the community of Burlington. He was a proud graduate of Austin-East High School and later attended Middle Tennessee State University, where he continued to build the foundation that shaped his strong work ethic and love for athletics. Paul was a hardworking and loyal employee who dedicated over 30 years

At the age of 88, Josephine Lucy Chunn went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born, April 15, 1937, in Knoxville, TN, in the community of Mechanicsville, where she grew up in a loving, tight-knit family. Josephine had a resolute faith in the Lord, and through the years she shared her love of Christ with her family, helping shape several generations of Christians in the Smith/Chunn/Moore families.  Josephine was a loving wife, warmhearted mother, doting

Jerzese Nashay O’Neal, age 29, of Knoxville, Tennessee, transitioned from this life on January 12, 2026, in Knoxville, TN. She was born on November 1, 1996, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Jerzese was a loving, caring soul who would truly give the shirt off her back to anyone in need. Her heart for others, generosity of spirit, and quiet strength touched all who knew her. She lived her life with compassion, loyalty, and love, always plac

Da’Qasia (Quay) Jemiya Middleton, was born January 21, 2004, to Deadrick McAfee Sir and Jemeki Middleton. Da’Qasia transitioned this life on January 1, 2026. Da’Qasia was a loving mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt and friend. She gave her life to Christ on January 5, 2020 at Open Door Church.  She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Douglas Moore; great-grandmother, Helen Ruth; great-uncle, Waymond McAfee; cousin, Wilquisha Bennett. Left to cherish her memor