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Betty Kay Reneau Shipley

Betty Kay Reneau Shipley

Sep 10, 2025

Betty Kay Reneau Shipley, age 71 of Jefferson City, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at her home on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.

She was a member of Edwards Chapel Church in the Pines; and will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved quilting, gardening, and spending time with her family. She also loved cooking, canning,...

Barbara Jean McSpadden

Barbara Jean McSpadden

Sep 8, 2025

Barbara Jean McSpadden, age 93 of Dandridge, went to be with her Lord on September 8, 2025. She was a member of Grant’s Chapel; and attended Chestnut Grove and Oakland Community Churches. She worked for many years at the Dandridge Library.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank “Shorty” McSpadden; daughters, Patsy Davis & Kathy Holt; granddaughter, Melissa Henderson...

George P. Morin

George P. Morin

Sep 8, 2025

George P. Morin, age 96 of Jefferson City, TN, formerly of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025 at Life Care Center in Morristown, TN following a brief illness.

George was born on April 14, 1929 in Fitchburg, MA and he is the last survivor of the five children of Wilfred and Mederise Morin and is survived by ten...

Daniel Reed Noe

Daniel Reed Noe

Sep 8, 2025

Daniel Reed Noe,72, peacefully left this world to be with his Lord on Monday morning, September 8, 2025. Dan’s wife, Gaye, was by his side.

Dan was born to Hal and Pauline Noe on February 16, 1953 in Jefferson City. He attended Walters State Community College in Morristown where he was a member of the Walter State Music Makers and made...

Mark Patrick Miller

Mark Patrick Miller

Sep 6, 2025

Mark Patrick Miller, age 54 of New Market, was called home on September 6, 2025. He was a kind hearted and loving soul, whose highest priority was his family. He was a graduate of Sevier Co. High, an avid Tennessee Vol fan. A wonderful father and grandfather, a devoted husband. He brought so much laughter and joy to so many...

Jo Ann Ivy

Jo Ann Ivy

Sep 5, 2025

Jo Ann Ivy passed to her Heavenly Home on Friday, September 5, 2025 at her home. She was saved at an early age at Caney Creek Baptist Church in Claiborne County, Tennessee. Mrs. Ivy was a longtime faithful member of Thankful Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for a period of time.

She was preceded in death by her son,...

Donnie Elizabeth Ferguson

Donnie Elizabeth Ferguson

Sep 4, 2025

Donnie “Libby” Elizabeth Ferguson, age 73, of New Market, TN went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. She loved to spend her time painting, playing piano, and singing in the choir. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Morristown. She is proceeded in death by parents, John and...

Margaret Hodges

Margaret Hodges

Sep 3, 2025

Margaret Goforth Hodges, age 84 of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Margaret was proceeded in death by her father, John Goforth, mother, Louise Pollard Goforth; brothers, David Goforth and Mickey Goforth, Sr. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Hodges of Knoxville, son, Mark Dunlap of Florida, brother, Richard Goforth of Kodak, and several grandchildren, nieces and...

Marilyn Sue English

Marilyn Sue English

Sep 2, 2025

Marilyn S. English, age 76, of Sevierville TN, formerly of Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, September 02, 2025, surrounded by her daughter, Rachel F., Kaylyn M., and the support of her caregivers Lisa, Regina, Jennifer, and Sandy. She loved hitting the Powwow Trail with her daughter, going out to eat, and spending time with friends.

Marilyn is preceded in death by her...

William Robert "Bill" Thomas, Jr.

William Robert "Bill" Thomas, Jr.

Sep 2, 2025

William Robert “Bill” Thomas, Jr., age 80 of Dandridge, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

He was a US Navy veteran, and retired from a career as a press operator. An avid gun enthusiast, Bill loved target shooting. He also loved fishing and feeding the ducks.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Dennis (Freck) Eugene Morgan

Dennis (Freck) Eugene Morgan

Aug 31, 2025

Dennis (Freck) Eugene Morgan, age 63 of Dandridge, TN (formally of Rutledge, TN) passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his parent, Bob and Virginia Morgan, sisters, Norma Jean Daniels and Bobby Faye Jones, sister-in-law, Tammy Morgan, and brother-in-law, Lynn Tipton. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Karen Morgan, son, Jeffrey...

Jeffrey Lynn Day

Jeffrey Lynn Day

Aug 30, 2025

Jeffrey “Jeff” Lynn Day, born August 27, 1955, entered into the presence of the Lord on August 30, surrounded by his loving family of friends.

Born with a brilliant mind and a generous spirit, Jeff’s life was marked by excellence, integrity, and unwavering service to others. A 1977 magna cum laude graduate of Carson-Newman College, he went on to earn his...

Margie Sue Storch

Margie Sue Storch

Aug 30, 2025

Margie Sue Storch, age 72 of Bulls Gap (Formerly Dandridge), passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, August 30, 2025.

She will be remembered as a loving mother and Memaw. She loved her family and her dogs; spoiling them accordingly. She also enjoyed being on the lake, shopping, traveling, country line dancing, Christmas, and Hallmark movies.

She was preceded in death by...

Colden Bradley Riner

Colden Bradley Riner

Aug 28, 2025

Colden Bradley Riner, age 21 of Jefferson County, TN, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on August 28, 2025. He loved electronics, playing video games, especially Minecraft and Mario Bros, making music, paddle boarding, hiking, and was an animal lover.

He is preceded in death by his mamaw, Jeannette Riner, stepbrother, Conner Wells, and grandfather, Steve Cochran. He is survived...

Harold David Blake

Harold David Blake

Aug 24, 2025

Harold David Blake, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on August 24, 2025 surrounded by family. Harold loved his grandchildren and always became a papaw to everyone. He was a veteran of the United States Army and was very proud to serve his country. He enjoyed being outdoors and mowing the lawn. Proceeded in death by his parents, Harvey...

Melissa Dawn Relford

Melissa Dawn Relford

Aug 24, 2025

Melissa Dawn Weaver Relford, age 62 of New Market, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025 at North Knox Medical Center.

For 28 years, she had worked as a manager for Wendy's in Kodak; retiring for medical reasons in 2023. She loved camping, gardening, and mowing the lawn. She grew up in Knoxville, and attended Belmont Heights Baptist Church.

She was preceded in...

Sharon Breeden

Sharon Breeden

Aug 23, 2025

SHARON ANN BREEDEN, age 66 of New Market, TN, went to be with her Lord on Saturday afternoon, August 23, 2025, at her home. She was a member of French Broad Community Church. Sharon was a loving mother and was a dear friend to many. She worked at various jobs and was a paralegal for many years. Sharon is preceded...

Mildred Lindsey

Mildred Lindsey

Aug 23, 2025

Mildred Reneau Lindsey, age 82, of Dandridge, TN passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025 surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Richard Lindsey; parents Arville and Pearl Reneau; brothers Vaughn Reneau, Herbert Reneau, and Robert Reneau; sister-in-law Earla Reneau; niece Jennifer Reneau; nephew Ricky Reneau; and father and mother-in-law Horace Lindsey and...

James Hugh Knight

James Hugh Knight

Aug 19, 2025

James Hugh Knight, age 96 of Talbott, TN, went to be with the Lord on August 19, 2025. He served his country for 8 years in the Army, specifically  the 6th  Armored Division as a Korean War Veteran. He was a member of Roe Junction Baptist Church. He was saved at a young age. He loved farming, growing veggies, and...

Loren Bruce Kirby

Loren Bruce Kirby

Aug 17, 2025

Loren Bruce Kirby, age 92, of Kodak, TN passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Jefferson City, Tennessee. Born on February 9, 1933, Loren lived a life marked by dedication to his country and community.

Loren was drafted into the United States Army on February 15, 1953. He completed his basic training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina and served...