Local obituaries for Maryville, TN and surrounding counties
Kimberly Marlene Tipton Garner
Mar 1, 2026
Kimberly Marlene Tipton Garner of Maryville, TN has died at the age of 72 after fighting a brave battle with cancer. Kimberly led a life devoted to her Christian faith, her family, and her community.
As a young lady, she attended the Maryville City Schools enjoying music, Girl Scouts, and ballet at the Van Metre School of Dance. After graduation, she...
Billy "Bill" Charles Thompson, Sr.
Mar 1, 2026
Billy “Bill” Charles Thompson, Sr., age 73, passed away peacefully at home after a long extensive illness. He was a hardworking man, a devoted family member, and a friend to many. He was someone who spent his life building not just homes, but trust, relationships, and lasting memories.
Bill was a skilled carpenter and remodeler known for his strong work ethic...
Charlotte Tallent Sellers
Feb 28, 2026
Charlotte Tallent Sellers passed away Saturday February 28, 2026, at the age of 83, with family by her side. She was a member of Springview Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her mother, Georgia Thompson; father, Carlos Tallent; sisters, Johnnie Tallent, Rosetta Tallent.
She is survived by sister, Wanda McDonell (Jim); nephews, Greg McDonell, Alan (Diana) McDonell; great nieces,...
Charles Douglas Staley
Feb 26, 2026
Charles Douglas Staley, age 93, of Maryville passed away February 26, 2026. He was a graduate of Walland High School Class of 1951. He worked at a family business, Maryville Monument for over 30 years. Then served as the Blount County Veterans Officer for 27 years. He devoted many years to assisting local veterans with VA benefits and was active...
Betty Jo Badgett
Feb 26, 2026
Betty was born on April 7, 1927, to J. Leon and Ina Teffeteller in Blount County. They predeceased her as did her husband, Guy M. Badgett; sister, Jean Lambert (Harold) as well as 3 sisters-in-law; 3 brothers-in-law.
She is survived by her son, Guy M. (Mac) Badgett III of Birmingham, Alabama; daughter, Barbara Donaldson of San Antonio, Texas. She lived in...
William Edds Timmons
Feb 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William Edds Timmons, who departed this life on February 24, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on May 2, 1942, in Maryville, Tennessee, Bill was the beloved son of William Gilbert Timmons and Barbara Edds Timmons. Though he later resided in Albany, Georgia, Maryville always held a special place in his...
Walter Earl Jones
Feb 19, 2026
Walter Earl Jones passed away near his home in Greer, SC on February 19, 2026 at the age of 81. Walter Earl was born in Maryville, TN on October 3, 1944, to the late Ida Sue Ellis Jones and Francis H. “Blackie” Jones. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Maryville, Tennessee. He is survived by his wife,...
Juanita Murphy Blair
Feb 19, 2026
Juanita Murphy Blair passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the age of 94. She was a lifelong resident of Maryville, Tn. She was born June 21, 1931, to the late W.A. and Johnnie (Tuck) Murphy, Sr. She is preceded in death by her husband, Elder J.D. Blair; daughter-in-law, Judy Blair; 2 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers; 5 sisters. She was a...
Carolyn "Jane" Rawls
Feb 19, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Carolyn “Jane” Rawls of Alcoa announce her passing at her home on Thursday February 19th, 2026. She passed peacefully with her devoted son Kelley by her side. Jane was born and raised in Morristown, Tennessee before moving to Alcoa where she would raise her family. She worked for over 30 years...
Terry Scott Householder
Feb 16, 2026
Terry Scott Householder, age 44 of Maryville left us on February 16th while surrounded by family and friends at UT Medical Center. After almost 4 weeks of fighting, Terry passed around 11:30 AM, due to complications of being struck by a motor vehicle on the evening of January 21st.
Terry was born on October 4th, 1981, at UT Medical Center to...
Mary Elizabeth Holmes
Feb 10, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Holmes, known to many as “Memer” passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026 at the age of 89. Mary was born in Johnson City, TN. She graduated Salutatorian from Jonesboro High School. She moved to Alcoa, TN where she raised her family and worked at Walker’s Supply Company for over 30 years. She was an avid hiker in...
Ina Pearl Cochran Bolton
Feb 7, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ina Pearl Cochran Bolton, 93, a beloved soul whose grace, warmth, and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. Ina departed this life peacefully, surrounded by her family, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and integrity.
Ina is now reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Kenneth; her...
Karen Jane Staggs
Feb 6, 2026
Karen Jane Staggs, age 61, passed away February 6, 2026, at her home in Alcoa, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thurman and Nora DeVaney; son, Christopher DeVaney; brother, Mike DeVaney; sister, Kathy Hunter; stepdad, Ronnie Smithers.
She is survived by her husband, Chris Staggs; daughters, Nora Porter (Guy), Christy Staggs; 5 grandchildren; brothers, Brian DeVaney, Michael Golla;...
Dr. Cleve Parnick Miller
Feb 5, 2026
Dr. Cleve Parnick Miller (Doc), age 76, passed peacefully at his residence on February 5, 2026, following a long-term illness. He was born at home on February 19, 1949, the beloved son of George Cleve Miller and Mary Alice Clabo Miller.
Cleve lived a life of service, courage, faith, and deep generosity. A proud Vietnam veteran, he served with the Tennessee...
Kathryn Jane Whitehead
Feb 4, 2026
Kathy Whitehead, age 75, of Maryville, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Mildred Bailey, father-in-law and mother-in-law, DC and Lois Whitehead; sister and brother-in-law, Edna Jean and Billy Joe Phelps; brother and sister-in-law, David and Jane Bailey; brothers-in-law Duane Hammer and Robert Woolery.
Survivors include her loving...
Dr. Joseph Charles Birdwell
Feb 4, 2026
Dr. Joseph Charles Birdwell, age 75, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026. Joe was a devoted chiropractor, husband, father, and grandfather whose life reflected a deep commitment to service, the outdoors, and his community.
Joe was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on September 19, 1950. He graduated from Alcoa High School in 1968...
V. Gail Kassu
Feb 4, 2026
V. Gail Kassu, age 82 (AKA) “The Woman”, “Miss Gail”, “My Girl” took her last breath and passed onto the other side due to complications from C.O.P.D. She was born in Vicksburg, Miss. on October 23, 1943, she was a true “Southern Belle”. She had a huge heart of love for her family. She led a full life and filled...
Sarah Elizabeth Delaney Franklin
Jan 28, 2026
Sarah Elizabeth Delaney Franklin, age 89, left this earth and entered her eternal home in Heaven on Wednesday January 28th. Known to many as Betty, she supported her husband in 68 years of marriage to Dr. John Henry Franklin, who pastored several Southern Baptist churches for 56 years in Mississippi, Texas & Tennessee, including Everett Hills Baptist Church in Maryville....
Luther "Edward" Gibbs
Jan 27, 2026
Luther “Edward” Gibbs, age 82, of Louisville, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at UT Hospital.
Edward was the seventh of seven children born to the late Dory and Alice Key Gibbs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Alice Houston, Dorothy Reagan, Katheryn Holloway, Willie Caldwell, Ann Russell, and Linda Byrd.
Ed was a...
Linda Louise Cheatham
Jan 27, 2026
Linda Louise Cheatham, age 71 of Greenback, TN passed away January 27, 2026.
No services are planned at this time.
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