Obituaries

Michael Jackson

Michael Aaron Jackson, born May 8, 1967, to the union of Willie F. Jackson, Sr. and Andrea Calhoun Jackson, departed his earthly home on Monday, October 27, 2025. Michael graduated from Bearden High School in Knoxville, TN and Tennessee State University in Nashville. He was an active and proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. since 1991. He recently married Alexica Portlock on February 14, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie F. Jackson, Sr.; paternal

Pamela Slaughter-Johnson

Pamela Denise Slaughter-Johnson, 63, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, Pamela will be remembered for her kind heart, unwavering faith, and devotion to her family, friends, colleagues, Church, and community. Born on October 19, 1962, in Nashville, Tennessee, Pamela was the cherished daughter of Leslie Elmore and Mary Edna Mae Slaughter. She was raised by her loving Granny, to whom she remained deepl

Marvin Montgomery

Marvin Louis Montgomery was born June 15, 1965 in Knoxville, TN and gained his heavenly wings in Nashville, TN on October 28, 2025. Marvin was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Robert and Annie Mae McAllister, paternal grandparents Maude and Albert Martin and Rufus Montgomery, parents Josephine and Wendell Montgomery and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Marvin was a native of Knoxville, TN and was a 1983 graduate of Rule High School. Marvin spent his earl

Sharon Hargrove

Sharon Ann Hargrove departed this life and entered the loving arms of her Heavenly Father on October 15, 2025, at Prisma Health Blount Memorial Hospital. Sharon’s legacy of kindness, service, and mentorship began early in life as a devoted Girl Scout leader, where she guided and inspired countless young girls to reach their fullest potential. A well-known pillar in her community, Sharon’s dedication and leadership earned her numerous awards and recognitions for her outstandi

DaJhauna Winton

DaJhauna Nitreace Winton, affectionately known as “Woot,” was born on November 23, 1993, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to LaRaiel J. Winton and Kimberly A. Thompson. On October 3, 2025, DaJhauna peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. DaJhauna was the oldest of her parents’ children and a constant source of love, laughter, and light. Her bright smile, compassionate heart, and joyful spirit touched everyone blessed to know her. Th

Derek Holmes

Derek Holmes answered the call from his Lord and Savior peacefully October 3, 2025, at Fort Sanders Hospital, Knoxville, Tennessee....

Corryance Bennett

Corryance Eugene Bennett, 32, of Knoxville, TN, entered unto eternal rest on Wednesday September 24, 2025. Corryance was born December...

Dr. Evelyn Hallman

Memorial services for the late Dr. Evelyn Hallman will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Knoxville College Campus Chapel....

James Horton

James Eugene Horton, also known as Buddy or Overstreet, after battling with several illnesses, passed away peacefully at the age of 70 years old. He was born on 05/03/1955 in Johnson City, TN to Thelma Rollins Horton and Charles Davis, Jr. James was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. He loved his wife, his children, his grandchildren and great grandchildren and his joy was spending quality time with them. James never met a strang