John Paul Lambert

John P. Lambert, age 89, of Blount County, TN, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 28, 2016. John was a great, loyal, dear man who loved life and lived it fully - whether golfing, traveling, or spending time with family and friends. He was full of joy and always looked forward to his next adventure. He was loved by all who knew him. John, a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, was preceded in death by Donna, his wife of 42 years, son Michael Lambert and daughter Patti Lambert. He is survived by Elsie, his wife of 13 years, daughter Cathy Conn, daughter Regina Lambert, granddaughter Carla Cline, grandson Brandon Beaudry, granddaughter Kelli Sweatman, and many great-grandchildren. His namesake and great-grandson-to-be, John Ellis Sweatman, has a planned due date this September. John retired from General Motors in 1987, and he has enjoyed a long and exciting retirement. He got his first motorcycle in his 70s and a Class A RV in his 80s. He was great fun, lived on "go," and never sat still for long. He had a wonderful sense of humor and his laughter was contagious. He will be greatly missed, but his wonderful memory will live on in the hearts of so many. A Celebration of John's Life will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at Smith Trinity Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00pm and a memorial service will follow from 6:00-7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory can be sent to Thompson Cancer Survival Center, 1915 White Ave., Knoxville, TN 37916. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of John Paul Lambert please visit our Sympathy Store.