Local obituaries for Maryville, TN and surrounding counties
Melissa Best Tom
Aug 11, 2025
Melissa Best Tom, age 62, of Louisville, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday August 11, 2025. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, and passionate animal lover, especially to her cherished Golden Doodle Betty. Melissa will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A 1981 graduate of William Blount High School, Melissa was married to Dave Tom for...
Wilma Louise Killian
Aug 10, 2025
Wilma Louise Killian, age 94, of Maryville passed away on August 10, 2025.
Family and friends will meet at Mt. Tabor Cemetery at 11:00 AM. Thursday, August 14, 2025, for a graveside service.
George Kline Preston, III
Aug 7, 2025
George Kline Preston III was born July 3, 1939, to George Kline Preston, Jr. and Thelma Preston of Knoxville, TN. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 7, 2025.
Known by all as “Pete,” he earned this nickname as a baby when his doctor once said: “When I birthed you, if I knew I was going to be spending...
Albert L. Auxier
Aug 7, 2025
Albert Auxier, born October 2, 1938, in Mason City, Illinois, passed away August 7, 2025, at Morning View Transitional Care Facility. He taught for 30 years at University of Tennessee Knoxville's College of Business.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Pat; children Susan Gennoe (Steve) and Tim Auxier; five grandchildren—Riley Gennoe (Bailey), Nathan Gennoe (Ellie), Luke Rivers, Ella...
Patsy Opal Jett Singleton
Aug 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother. Patsy Opal Jett Singleton “Granny” of Maryville. Patsy passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 6. Preceded in death by her husband Don Singleton, brother William “Bill” Jett, mother Virginia “Virgie” Jett, father Eric “Pat” Jett.
Survived by her sister Marietta Jett Sisk and children Lisa Stewart, Leigh Ann...
Virginia M. Brimer
Aug 6, 2025
Virginia M. Brimer, born in Memphis, Tennessee, on January 29, 1937, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, at the age of 88.
A 1956 graduate of Knoxville Catholic High School, Virginia began nurses training at St. Mary’s Hospital with aspirations of becoming a nurse. Fate had other plans when she met her future husband, Gerald E. Brimer, who was a...
Lois Alene Crisp
Aug 5, 2025
Lois Alene Crisp, 85, of Maryville, TN, began her celebration of eternal life on Monday, August 5, 2025.
Born and reared in Maryville, she was the 12th of 14 siblings. She was a devoted daughter, loving and protective mother, caring grandmother and loyal and dedicated sister and friend.
She was employed as a drafter at Tennessee Valley Authority for many years before...
Phyllis Winters LaFollette Simcox
Aug 5, 2025
Phyllis Winters LaFollette-Simcox, age 87 of Alcoa, Tn, passed away August 5, 2025, at UT Hospital in Knoxville. She was a member of Alcoa First Baptist, where she was the Daycare Director. She attended Rockford Baptist Church in later years. She was preceded in death by husbands, James “Bob” Robert LaFollette and Charles Eugene Simcox; grandchild, Brooke Lauren LaFollette; parents,...
Helen Ruth Everhart
Aug 4, 2025
Helen Ruth Everhart, age 99, passed away at Shannondale of Maryville on August 4,2025. Born in Maryville, she worked at the University of Tennessee while her husband earned his degree until 1951. She then became a homemaker and raised her three daughters. She was a faithful member at Broadway Baptist Church for over 52 years.
Helen is preceded in death by...
Phillip "Phil" Stephen Strasser
Aug 1, 2025
Phillip “Phil” Stephen Strasser, 75, passed away peacefully at his home in Vonore, Tennessee on August 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 7, 1949, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Phil proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1973, stationed aboard the USS Ranger. After his service, he settled near his siblings in Boca Raton,...
Rhonda Hope McLemore
Jul 31, 2025
Rhonda Hope McLemore, born July 10,1953, went home with her Lord and Savior on Thursday July 31,2025. She was an incredibly strong woman who loved life and loved Jesus.
Rhonda grew up in West Millers Cove, Walland. She was saved at West Millers Cove Primitive Baptist Church and baptized in Hesse’s Creek. She attended Walland Elementary School and graduated from Walland...
Twila Wear McCollum Ragle
Jul 30, 2025
Twila Wear McCollum Ragle received her second pair of angel wings on Wednesday morning, July 30th. Her first pair of wings was earned here on Earth because she truly was an angel. Twila lived her life in devotion to her Lord and Savior, always putting others before herself.
Born on February 18, 1926, in Bell Town, Tennessee, Twila was beloved by...
Anna King Winebarger
Jul 29, 2025
Anna King Winebarger, age 90, passed away peacefully at Foothills Transitional Care and Rehabilitation Center, on July 29, 2025. Though born in Charlottesville, Va., she lived in Charlotte, N.C., for many years before moving to East Tennessee.
Anna is preceded in death by her father, Oscar R. King Sr., mother, Nina M. West King, brothers, Oscar R. King Jr., and Richard...
Brenda Joyce Hatcher
Jul 28, 2025
Mrs. Brenda Joyce Hatcher of Louisville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025. Brenda was born on November 11, 1943, to the late Julius Levi and Nellie Ruth Coulter in Gore, Georgia. She continued to make Georgia her home as she earned her Bachelors Degree in Education from Berry College in Rome. One of her proudest accomplishments was being...
Jimmie Lynn Eaves
Jul 28, 2025
Jimmie Lynn Eaves, formerly of Maryville, passed away peacefully at home in Irving, Tx on July 28, 2025 at the age of 96. She had moved to Texas to be with her daughter and family after her beloved husband, Marvin, died in 2018. She was able to enjoy several years being with her grandson, Jim, and she took great delight...
David Scott Hughes
Jul 27, 2025
David Scott Hughes, age 55, of Maryville, TN, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. David was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and was the loving son of George and Kathy Drywater. He grew up with a strong connection to his family and faith. Later, he worked as a Physical Therapist Assistant, a role...
Bobbie Marie Connatser Stelling
Jul 25, 2025
The family of Bobbie Marie Connatser Stelling of Maryville is saddened to announce her passing on July 25, 2025, at the age of 89. She was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend. Bobbie will be remembered for her spirited conversations, exuberance for life, handwritten notes and her love of flowers and ice cream.
Bobbie was one of three amazing daughters born...
Teresa Ann Jedlicka Taylor
Jul 23, 2025
Teresa Ann “Tippi” Jedlicka Taylor, born June 24, 1954 in Port Lavaca, Calhoun County, Texas, passed on from this life at 12:11am on July 23, 2025, at 71 years of age. Teresa loved to travel, and felt most at home on the beach with the sand between her toes. She absolutely adored her children and grandchildren and made sure they...
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