Mary Brabson-Ballenger

It is with humble submission to God's perfect will that we announce the transition of Mother Mary Brabson Ballenger, age 99, who entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 8, 2026. 

Mother Ballenger is survived by her loving and caring children, Charles “CE” (Vanessa) and Charlene Minor, grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. She was a longtime member of Sentertown Baptist Church.

The Public Viewing will be held Friday, November 13, 2026, from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Jarnigan & Son Mortuary, 2823 Martin L King Jr Avenue, Knoxville, TN  37914. A service of worship and celebration will be Saturday, November 14, 2026, in the sanctuary of Sentertown Baptist Church, 7149 Millertown Pike, Knoxville, TN. 

The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm with the service immediately following. 

Mother Ballenger will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery, 3500 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville, TN  

37918.

Final arrangements entrusted to Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.