Ralph (Mike) Jeffries

Ralph (Mike) Jeffries, age 65 of Friendsville, passed away Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and former fireman for Maryville City Fire Department and current Friendsville City Administrator. He was a former employee with US Bronze for 27 years. Mike was Deputy Chief at Friendsville Volunteer Fire Department where he served over 25 years. Preceded in death by: Parents, Ralph Pete Jeffries & Fannie Mae Jeffries; Brother, Tony Jeffries. Survivors include: Spouse, Mona; Son & Daughter-in-law, Mike & Dana Jeffries; Daughter, Michelle; Stepson, Coy Best; Grandchildren, Illana, Jayden, & Tyler Jeffries; Brother & Sister-in-law, Steve & Connie Jeffries; nieces, nephews, and cousins; Special Friends, Mack McCall & Tom Greene; Dogs, Jack & Daisy. Family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, Friday, August 17, 2018 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Graveside service and interment will follow at Friends Cemetery in Friendsville. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ralph (Mike) Jeffries please visit our Sympathy Store.