Holly Elizabeth Mikles

Holly Elizabeth Mikles, age 45, of Alcoa, passed away suddenly of a health-related illness while at home June 13, 2020. She leaves behind her beloved children, Claire Hutchison and Lincoln Smith and her partner/best friend Rodney Scott. She will be missed by her loving parents, Darius Mikles and Debbie Mikles of Maryville. Holly dearly loved her siblings: sisters Amy Mikles of Murfreesboro and Kristi Snyder (Hank) of Alcoa, and brother Zac Mikles of St. Croix. Being an avid family person, Holly greatly loved and was proud of her nieces and nephews: Ali, Maci, Brady, Jessica, Knox, Goldie, Hannah, Holland and Ethan. Holly appreciated her many aunts and uncles including Pat and Henry Smith and Burl and Shirley Lovin. There are many, many cousins, aunts, uncles and special friends who will miss Holly’s quick smile and sparkling green eyes. People who knew Holly recognized her huge heart was filled with love for her children, family, and friends. She was very creative and could turn ordinary objects into extraordinary art, which she shared lovingly and often. Holly accepted people for who they were regardless of their backgrounds or what others might have thought of them. She was an advocate for the underdogs and would stand up for those that she loved, befriended and championed. Holly was a passionate giver of support and advice to anyone who needed it. She simply loved. What a gift we will miss! Holly was a follower of Jesus Christ and is now in the arms of the Father. We borrow one of her social media posts to remember her: “You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalms 139:14” Fly High, Holly. We will see you on the other side, sweet one. A celebration of life will be held outdoors at The Legacy Trail Pavilion at Grandview Cemetery 2316 Graves Road Maryville, TN 37803 on Thursday, June 18, 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Per family request, please dress casually. In lieu of flowers, memorials for her children’s education fund can be made to GoFundMe (HollyMiklesMemorialFund) or to a local bank. Please email HollyMiklesMemorialFund@gmail.com and the details will be sent to you. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Holly Elizabeth Mikles please visit our Sympathy Store.