William Bill Ellis
May 21, 2021
William “Bill” Ellis age 82 went to his heavenly home May 21, 2021. He was greeted by his son, Billy; parents, Ed & Vergie Ellis; and sister, Willa Mae Maples. He was a graduate of Greenback High School. Bill served in the U.S. Army, retired from ATT/BellSouth, and was a very active member of the Heritage High Band Boosters for...
Leroy Chapman
May 21, 2021
Leroy Chapman, age 78 of Greenback, TN, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at his home surrounded by family. Leroy served honorably and heroically in the United States Army during the Vietnam War earning the Bronze Star during his service. He retired after working for over 35 years at Alcoa Aluminum Company. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman,...
Lloyd Richard "Dick" Jenkins
May 21, 2021
Lloyd Richard “Dick” Jenkins, 83, of Maryville, Tennessee passed away in peace on May 21, 2021 at Shannondale of Maryville. Dick was born on March 24,1938 in Sweetwater Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Jenkins and mother, Reva Thomas Jenkins and siblings Eva Joe Wilson and Merle Ann Butera. He is survived by his wife of...
Dr. Gerald W. Gibson
May 20, 2021
Dr. Gerald W. Gibson, father, husband, granddaddy, and President Emeritus of Maryville College, passed away May 20, following an extended illness. He was 83. He was a member of New Providence Presbyterian Church in Maryville, TN. Gibson enjoyed a 45-year career in higher education and often reminded his family, “Knowledge is power.” A native of Saluda County, S.C., he spent...
Wilma Pauline Branton
May 20, 2021
Wilma Pauline Branton, age 78 of Maryville, passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at her home. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister who enjoyed visiting antique shops and collecting books. Wilma loved garden flowers and was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Carl Reece Branton and her parents,...
Sharon Lynn Cable
May 20, 2021
Sharon Lynn Cable, age 62 of Townsend, departed this world for a better one on May 20, 2021. She is survived by her husband, Guy (Pete) Cable; son, Cory Lee Cable; father, Theadore (Ted) Trohanowsky; mother-in-law, Charlotte Cable; sister Elizabeth Jean Washam; several aunts, uncles, nieces, and cousins. Visitation and a service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday,...
Mamie Lucille Purkey
May 18, 2021
Mamie Lucille Purkey, age 95 of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Zion’s Chapel Baptist Church and the Order of The Eastern Star. Mamie was a loving and devoted wife, sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by those who knew her. Preceded in death by her husband,...
Barbara Ann Gee
May 18, 2021
On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Barbara Gee of Friendsville, passed away. She will be forever remembered by her husband of seventy years, John Gee. She also leaves her loving son, Larry (Maria): her grandson, Michael of Chicago and her granddaughter, Ellen of Nashville. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Ray Hayes and her nieces and nephews from both the...
Estelle Bledsoe
May 17, 2021
Estelle Bledsoe age 102 of Alcoa, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021 at Asbury Place of Maryville. She was born in Sweetwater, TN on January 11, 1919. Estelle was a member of Central Baptist Church of Alcoa. Preceded in death by: Husband, Johnny Bledsoe; Great-Granddaughter, Isabella Grace Bledsoe. Survivors include: Son, Joe Bledsoe (Judy); Grandchildren, John Bledsoe (Crystal) and Carrie...
William Jacob Bryant
May 16, 2021
William Jacob Bryant, age 32 of Townsend, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Our hearts still ache and many tears still flow. What it meant to lose you know one will ever no. We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain. They say time will heal but neither time or reason will...
Jack S. Carpenter
May 16, 2021
Jack S. Carpenter, age 84 of Maryville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at home. Jack was a mainstay of his community, dedicated to his family and church. He was one of the hardest working men on earth, and one of the best Ford parts managers ever. He was a near perfect husband and father. In 1956, Jack...
Marianna Smith
May 15, 2021
Marianna Smith, age 84 of Friendsville, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 at UT Medical Center. Marianna was a member of Friendsville United Methodist Church. She was the head cook of Friendsville Elementary School for years and was instrumental in getting the Volunteer Fire Department in Friendsville, where she and Frank, both served as Captains and first responders. She was...
Madonna Louise Pasqua
May 14, 2021
Madonna Louise Murphy “Murph” Pasqua, age 98, of Alcoa passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2021. She was born November 4, 1922 in Thermopolis Wyo. Madonna received her degree in Interior Design from the University of Colorado. She moved to Alcoa in 1952 and became a valued member of the community. Madonna was a member of Alcoa First...
Charles Lynn Potter
May 14, 2021
Charles Lynn Potter, age 87, of Maryville, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at his home. He was a life-long member of Cold Springs Missionary Baptist Church where he was a deacon, taught Sunday School and led music. Lynn was a wood worker, musician, and avid story-teller. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Betty Jo Davis Potter,...
Jerry Roston Debuty Jr.
May 14, 2021
Jerry Roston Debuty Jr. “Ross” age 53 of Louisville, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. He was a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Preceded in death by: Daughters, Mandolin & Shelbea; Sons, JT & Sinjin; Father, Jerry Debuty; Sister, Kimberly Loope. Survivors include: Ex-wife and Fiancée, McKenna Mason; Son, Raymond; Daughter,...
Gary Curtis Hart
May 13, 2021
Gary Hart, age 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday May 13 at his home in Alcoa, after a brief illness, with his wife and family by his side. He was born in Maryville, TN, on June 9, 1943 to Curtis and Mildred Hart. A 1961 graduate of Alcoa High School, he was a member of the football team and played...
Dawn Marie Chapman
May 13, 2021
Dawn Marie Chapman, age 53 of Maryville, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at her home. She was a member of the Smoky Mountain Mini Cooper Club. Dawn was a big supporter of The Angels Among Us and Robert Tish Cancer Center. She was a loving mother, sister, daughter, friend and loved her fur babies. Preceded in death by grandmother,...
Katherine A. Goodwin
May 12, 2021
Katherine A. “Kathie” Goodwin, 81, lost her battle with cancer on Tuesday May 12, 2021. She was born April 14, 1940 in Atlanta GA, the daughter of Archibald Angus and Katherine Babb Attridge. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband. Kathie is survived by her daughters, Angela Goodwin Gibson of Columbus, MS; Kay Goodwin (Mark) Seder of...
Brian Keith Cagle
May 11, 2021
Brian Keith Cagle, age 43 of Walland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at home. He enjoyed gardening, farming, and barbequing. He loved his family and being with friends. Preceded in death by brother, Randy Lee Cagle and grandparents. Survived by daughter, Lindsey Cagle; son, Lance Cagle; parents, Jeannie and Junior Cagle; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lowell Dewaine and...
William Glenn McConnell
May 10, 2021
William G. McConnell age 76 of Greenback passed away Monday, May 10, 2021 at home. He was a member of Bakers Creek Presbyterian Church. He lived on a Century Farm in the oldest house in Blount County. He enjoyed old cars, farming, and the mountains. Preceded in death by his parents, William Fred and Glenna Bea McConnell; wife, Carolyn LeQuire...
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