Wendell Dean Atchley

Wendell Dean Atchley, age 86, of Maryville, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016, at the family home. Wendell was preceded in death by his beloved wife Jackie Marrs Atchley; son, Jon Atchley; parents George and Theodoshie Kerly Atchley; sisters, Rella and Grace Atchley; brothers, Herman, Lloyd, Mayford, Hubert, and Shirley H. Atchley. He is survived by son Tom D. Atchley; daughter, Wendy Atchley French and husband, Bobby; granddaughter, Lynsey Atchley, and daughter-in-law, Amy Atchley as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Wendell served 4 years in the United States Navy with a tour of duty in Korea. He graduated from Maryville College and the University of TN at Memphis College of Pharmacy. For decades he was the owner/registered pharmacist of Broadway Pharmacy on Old Knoxville Highway. A life-long Baptist, Wendell was a member of First Baptist Church Maryville. His family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to physician and long-time friend, Dr. John Ingram, the nurses and administration at Morningview Transitional Care Center, Blount Memorial Hospice and special friend/neighbors Jerry and Debbie. The family and friends will assemble at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Grandview Cemetery for a graveside service and interment with Rev. SM Johnson Atchley officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of donor's choice.