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Morristown, Tennessee David L. Seal 1942 — 2023 We are sad to announce the passing of David Lee Seal of Tennessee. He left us at the age of 81 on October 19th 2023. Cancer may have taken his body, but never his spirit. He was the son of the late Robert Seal and Ollie Livesay Seal of Sneedville. He was preceded in death by his son Mark Allan Seal, brothers Alonzo Seal and TJ Seal, Sisters Inell Wolf, Anna Ruth Carpenter and Peggy Seal-Jones. He is survived by; His son; Michael Jason, and his family Michelle, Dylan and Connor Seal of Boonsboro, Md. Brother; Luther Seal of West Friendship, Md. Sisters; Judy and husband Ernie Roberts of Pennington Gap, Va. and Kaye Smith of Jonesville, Va., Brother in-law; Troy Carpenter of Ellicott...

Knoxville, Tennessee Nancy Goodson 1954 — 2023 Nancy Ann Creech Goodson, much-loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and best friend, passed away on October 11, 2023. She was born in Morristown, TN on September 21, 1954. Nancy graduated from Morristown-Hamblen East High School before going on to The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, graduating in three years with a B.S. in accounting. She started her career at The Appalachian National Life Insurance Company, where she became Controller before leaving for a career in public accounting. As a CPA, she specialized in corporate and personal tax preparation and planning. Nancy worked for several local firms before starting her own practice, which she managed for over 20 years before...

Knoxville Joseph Lowell Kirk 1941 — 2023 Joseph Lowell Kirk passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023. He was a resident of the Ben Atchley Veterans Home. He was a native of Jefferson County, Tennessee. He graduated from Jefferson City High in 1959. Mr. Kirk impacted the lives of thousands of students during his 32-year tenure as a professor at Hiwassee College. Lowell was preceded in death by mother, Bonnie Gay Gardner, father, Joseph Elvis Kirk, brothers Benny and Don Kirk (Jacque), and his wife, Nancy Kirk. Survivors: sister Barbara Kirk, brother Kenny Kirk, children, Liddell Kirk, Camille Kirk (Dom Orlando), and Denia Kirk (Darin Starr), granddaughters, Gianna and Adalyn Orlando, many nieces and nephews. Services will be held...

Hinesville, Georgia Obie W Yeary Jr. 1958 — 2023 Sergeant First Class (Retired) Obie W. Yeary Jr. was born September 1, 1958, to the union of Obie W. Yeary Sr. and Inez G. Yeary. He departed this life on September 30, 2023 The Celebration of Life will be held October 29, 2023, at the Dockery-Senter Funeral Home Chapel, Morristown, TN. The family will receive friends from 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm with services immediately following. He will be laid to rest with military honors in the Yeary cemetery, Morristown, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Disabled American Veterans in memory of SFC Obie W. Yeary Jr. Final arrangements entrusted to Foothills Funeral Home Maryville, TN. www.foothillsfh.com

Powell, Tennessee Andrew McPherson Mayes 1991 — 2023 Andrew McPherson Mayes, age 32, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023, peacefully after a courageous battle with ALS. He is preceded in death by beloved parents, Donna Mayes and Eddie "Buzz" Mayes; brother, Barry Mayes; niece, Addison Truman; and many other loved ones. He is survived by daughter, Madison Mayes; sisters, Sarah (Derek) Truman, Brandi Glover, and Jennifer Mayes; nephew, Jaxon Truman; and many cousins. Family will receive friends 4:00-6:00pm, Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Mynatt Funeral Home, Powell Chapel, 2000 Powell Dr., Powell, TN, 37849, with celebration of life to follow at 6:00pm, officiated by, Jordan Amburn. In lieu of flowers family ask that donations be made to ALS...

Powell, Tennessee Jerry Edward Rudd 1940 — 2023 Jerry Edward Rudd, age 83, passed away Friday September 22. Jerry was born June 3, 1940 and grew up in Maryville. He graduated from Everett High School in 1958 and served active duty in the US Air Force 1959 to 1963. After active duty he entered the 119th Air Control Squadron / TN Air National Guard and served for many years until retirement from the TN Air National Guard as Master Sergeant. He was very active in the 119th and traveled extensively in the US and overseas countries (including Norway, Denmark, Spain, and Honduras) in his years of service. Jerry was a licensed electrician and worked for many years in the Morristown and Knoxville Area with Enka and with TVA. He was a long-time...

Knoxville, Tennessee James Charles Massengill 1931 — 2023 James Charles Massengill, age 91, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2023. Charles was born, married and raised his family in Morristown, Tennessee. Charles served in the United States Air Force from 1951-1955. After that, he worked for Morristown Chest Company before starting his long career with Southern Furniture Supply. Charles loved to buy and sell antiques and attended estate auctions throughout the Southeast on most weekends. His passion, though, was restoring antique trucks. After retiring, Charles and his wife, Jean moved to Knoxville in 2000 to be closer to their grandchildren. Charles was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church. He spent his last months in the care of...

Talbott, Tennessee Lorene Atchley Chance 1944 — 2023 Lorene Atchley Chance, age 79, of Talbott TN, formerly of Morristown and Sevierville, passed away peacefully after a brief and brave battle with cancer on August 22, 2023. A devoted teacher for 44 years, she taught first in Pigeon Forge and later, for 33 years, in Hamblen County at East Ridge Middle School. In the years since her retirement, she loved traveling; spending time with friends and family; playing Scrabble, Words With Friends, and hymns on her piano; and lavishing attention on her beloved dogs, Mitzi and Joey. She was preceded in death by her husband and childhood friend, Charles K. Chance; parents, James R. (Jim Bob) Atchley and Lucile Connatser Atchley; brother, Ronald...

Sneedville, Tennessee Dorsia E Dalton 1937 — 2023 Dorsia E Dalton, age 86, was born April 7, 1937 and went to be with the Lord on Sunday August 20, 2023. She was originally from Thorn Hill and later she moved to Bean Station, when she became unable to care for herself, she moved to Sneedville to live with her daughter and son-in-law. Dorsia was saved at a young age and was a song leader for many years. She loved to be outside working in her vegetable garden, on her yard and in her flower garden. She cooked at Thorn Hill and Washburn Schools for many years. Dorsia is survived by her daughters and son-in-laws: Marsha and Randy Drinnon and Lisa and Jody Stewart of Sneedville, TN. 5 Grandchildren: Chris Drinnon, Carrie Drinnon, Heather Cooper,...

Morristown, Tennessee Robert Roscoe Small, Jr. 1953 — 2023 Robert (Bob) Roscoe Small Jr. passed away on August 18, 2023, from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. He was a Christian and has gone home. He believed the Lord blessed him with a most wonderful life, family, daughter, and friends!! Per his wishes, no services will be held.

Sneedville, Tennessee Ronald Allen Setsor 1954 — 2023 Ronald Allen Setsor Sr. (Joe) age 69 of Treadway, went to his final resting place on Monday, August 14, 2023 at U.T. Medical Center. He was born August 8, 1954 to Kyle & Edith Livesay Setsor. He was saved at a young age and joined Friendship Baptist Church. Joe's two passions in life were trucking and farming. He drove a truck from the age of 26 until retirement. Farming, however, he never retired from and made many lasting friendships while working his farm and helping others. He was preceded in death by his father, Kyle Setsor; mother Edith Setsor, brother, Larry Setsor and mother of his children; Bernice Ann Greene His is survived by; Sons; Ronnie (Mary Lynn) Setsor and Kevin...

Spartanburg, South Carolina Odus James Miller 1929 — 2023 Odus James Miller, 93, of Spartanburg and a 63-year resident of Morristown, TN., died Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. A native of Spartanburg, he was born on August 25, 1929, a son of the Late Thomas Sumter and Maza Leila Horton Miller and husband of the late Shirley Hileman Miller. A graduate of Spartanburg High School, where he played football and earned the nickname "Footsie", Odus graduated from Carson Newman College with a BA degree in History and Mathematics and masters degree from the University of Tennessee. He worked for Southern Bell Telephone Company in Spartanburg. Following his graduation from Carson Newman College, he began his teaching career...

Sneedville, Tennessee Oaty Ralph Davis 1943 — 2023 Oaty Ralph Davis, 80 years old of Sneedville, Tennessee, passed away on August 3, 2023. He was a lifetime member and Deacon for 25 years at Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He was saved at a young age at Cedar Flat Missionary Baptist Church. His love for the Lord and people was unmatched. He never met a stranger. Ralph retired from Coca-Cola after 33 years. He had several other jobs as well, however, his greatest honor was being his wife's caretaker and staying by her side every day until her passing. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marie "Rebe" Davis, of 58 years. Parents: Reverend Thea and Velma Davis. Brothers: Reverend Bruce (Susie) Davis and Jim (Sue) Davis. ...

Knoxville, Tennessee Thomas William Martin 1941 — 2023 Thomas William Martin - age 82 of Knoxville spent his last breath praising God and ran into the arms of Jesus on Monday, July 31, 2023. Retired from TN Army National Guard and Robertshaw-Fulton Bellows after 33 1/2 years of service. Tommy served his country, family and the Lord faithfully. Preceded in death by parents, James R. and Hazel C. Martin; wife, Betty Faye Thomas Martin; brother, James "Jim" E. Martin; and sister, Mary Martin Russell. Survived by children, Tim (Sonya) Martin of Knoxville, TN, Tina (Billy) Stephens of Mascot, TN, Teddy (Stephanie) Martin of Franklin, KY, Terry (Misty) Martin of Knoxville, TN, and Todd (Jameson) Martin of Talbott, TN; and numerous grandchildren...

Madison Heights, Virginia Jeffrey Scott Floyd 1960 — 2023 Jeffrey Scott Floyd, 62, of Madison Heights, Virginia passed away on June 30, 2023. He was the son of Preston and Peggy Cofflin Floyd. Jeffrey was born on December 30, 1960, in Lynchburg, Virginia. Jeffrey was a franchise owner in the pizza industry. He devoted his career and time to food service, and equally loved eating pizza as it quickly became his favorite food. Jeffrey enjoyed spending time playing golf, supporting his grandson at his baseball games, and listening to one of his favorite bands, the Bogeys. In addition to his parents, Preston and Peggy Cofflin Floyd, Jeffrey is survived by his children, Timothy Floyd (Nicole), Andrea Floyd, and Jazzlyn Floyd; his grandchildren, Anakin...

Morristown, Tennessee Joseph McSpadden Harrill 1937 — 2023 Joseph McSpadden Harrill, (affectionately known to his family as "Pop"), age 85, of Morristown, Tennessee passed away on June 16, 2023. Joe was born on July 6, 1937, in Madisonville, Tennessee to Fred and Elizabeth Harrill. He attended Madisonville schools, Tennessee Wesleyan College, and graduated from The University of Tennessee in Knoxville with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management. At UT, Joe was a member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. While in college, Joe joined the Tennessee Air National Guard at McGhee Tyson Air Force Base. His unit was called to active duty during the Berlin Crisis of 1961 at which time he served in France. On July 25, 1964, Joe and Donna Blackburn were...

Knoxville, Tennessee The Rev. Patricia Jane Howard Lynes-Tway 1944 — 2023 The Rev. Patricia Jane Howard Lynes-Tway, age 79, of Knoxville, TN formerly of Southeast Florida, departed her earthly life Thursday, June 15, 2023 at her home after a long illness. She was a Miami Palmetto High School graduate, studied Psychology and Clinical Social Work at Florida International University and also Psychology at the University of Northern Colorado. She was a Former Assistant to the Bishop at The Episcopal Church in Southeast Florida. Former Executive Director at M.A.T.S (Ministerial Association Temporary Shelter). Former Medical Social Worker at Superior Home Health Care. She was a former Gyro-Psych Case Manager at Morristown Hamblen Hospital. She took her life profession...

Clinton, Tennessee Chloe Ann Ward 1930 — 2023 Chloe Ann Ward, age 92, of Clinton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. She was a life-long resident of Clinton. She attended Knoxville Business College and worked as a secretary in Oak Ridge before becoming secretary for Rev. Paul Turner at First Baptist Church in Clinton. She became a full-time housewife when her daughter was born. Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Stella Pearson, brother, Paul Pearson, grandson, William Berry Pace, and her loving husband of 64 years, Herbert Ward. She is survived by her daughter, Joanna (Bill) Pace of Clinton; and two sons, Eric (Kim) Ward of Dandridge, and Perry (Tracy) Ward of Knoxville; nine grandchildren;...

Bean Station, Tennessee Emily Penny Wilmoth 1961 — 2023 Emily Penny Wilmoth, age 62, of Bean Station, Tennessee was born May 23, 1961 and passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Penny was of the Baptist faith and was a member of West View Baptist Church. Penny was full of life and her personality could light up a room. She enjoyed sewing and gardening. Penny was preceded in death by her parents Lonnie Coffey and Brenda Price, and brother Larry Coffey. She is survived by her son Marty Wilmoth, brother Howard Coffey, and niece Nacole Coffey. As well as other family and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday June 1, 2023 from 6 until 8 PM at Coffey Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

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