OBITUARIES
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for families to remember their loved ones in Knoxville, Knox County and surrounding areas in TN
Walter Aills Phillips, Jr.
Oct 13, 2026
Walter Aills Phillips, Jr., of Maynardville, departed this life peacefully early Tuesday morning, October 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of his wife, Deanna Byrge Phillips, and their family. In January 2020, Walter was diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM), a rare muscle disease with no known cure or treatment. Though the disease slowly took away his ability to enjoy...
Dale Refsland
Oct 10, 2026
Dale Leslie Refsland
February 15, 1958 – October 10, 2026
Dale Leslie Refsland, 68, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026. He was born on February 15, 1958, in Minnesota.
Dale was a hardworking and talented man who spent his career as a subcontractor, taking great pride in building, remodeling, and creating things with his own two hands. Whether he was working on...
Christopher Collins
Oct 4, 2026
Chris Collins, of Morristown, Tennessee, passed away at UT Medical Center on October 4, 2026, at the age of 44.
He was preceded in death by his infant son, Christopher Luke; his mother, Clara Collins; both of his grandmothers; and his cousin, Jamie Caudill.
Christopher leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 16 years Emma, and daughter, Abagail; his father...
George Prennace
Oct 2, 2026
George Prennace passed away on October 2, 2026, at the age of 67. He was born on June 25, 1959, and will be remembered with respect and affection by those who knew him.
George was preceded in death by his mother, Burma Henson Prennance; his father, George William Prennace Sr.; his grandmother, Thelma Irene Henson; his grandfather, John Wallace Henson; and...
Daniel Robinson
Oct 1, 2026
Daniel Arthur Robinson, born February 15, 1954, died October 1, 2026. Dan was an outdoorsman, a log home builder, competitive Western dancer, a natural athlete. He enjoyed the out-of-doors in work and play, and loved people. In his final days his caretakers nicknamed him "Cowboy". It fit. He is survived by his son Joe Robinson, his mother Cathy Robinson, sister...
Donna Marie Daye
Sep 26, 2026
Donna Marie Daye (Poucher) went to meet her lord and savior on September 26, 2026 after a lengthy illness, suffering a saddle embolism in 2022.
Born to Gordon and Mary Poucher on November 19, 1935 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Donna grew up in the great depression and learned strength and resiliency during those challenging years of the depression.
Donna always prided herself...
Edsel Dorrough
Sep 19, 2026
Mr. Edsell Scott Dorrough, age 64, of Griffin, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Blount County, Tennessee.
Mr. Dorrough was born in St. Maryville, Louisiana on April 18, 1964. He was preceded in death by his parents Edsell R. Dorrough and Linda Jean Cobb, and sister Melonie Pass.
He was known as "Buck" to his family and friends. He...
Gary Moyers "Flapper"
Sep 19, 2026
Flapper age 70 Gained his Heavenly Wings surrounded by all who loved him. He leaves behind a loving wife Christine Moyers Daughter & Husband, Chrystal and Brian Browning, Grandson & wife, Nathaniel & Katrina Browning. Three great grandchildren, sisters, lots of family, & special cousin Cindy Norton
Kayla Brooke Davis
Aug 31, 2026
Kayla Brooke Davis, born on July 16, 1991, in Knoxville, Tennessee, left this world on August 31, 2026, at her childhood home.
Kayla was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and aunt. She was the cherished daughter of Ruthie Davis and the late Rev. Clinton Davis, who undoubtedly greeted her in heaven. Her nurturing spirit lives on in her son, Cayden Davis,...
Wendy Irene Bailey
Aug 29, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we remember and celebrate the life of Wendy Bailey, a loving sister, daughter, mother, aunt, grandmother, friend, and coworker whose life touched so many people.
Wendy attended Halls High School before continuing her education at the University of Tennessee. She carried on the relationships and experiences she gained throughout her life with her and was...
Thomas A Bertsch
Aug 27, 2026
Thomas A Bertsch age 87 went to be with lord in the afternoon of August 27 2026. He remained faithful in his lord to the very end.
Thomas is proceeded in death by his parents Adrian And Lola Bertsch sister Rose Phelps brother Ronald Bertsch. He is also proceeded in death by his first wife Hazel Bertsch of 40yrs and his...
Amber Danise Larson
Aug 15, 2026
Amber Danise Larson, lovingly known as “D,” passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2026, at Leconte Medical Center. She was born on March 6, 1997, in Sevierville, and from the very beginning, Amber’s vibrant spirit and generous heart endeared her to all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Amber’s early years in Sevierville were the foundation of a life defined...
April "Rain" Washington
Aug 14, 2026
Celebrating the Life of April "Rain" Washington, August 6, 1999 - August 14, 2026
Rain, age 27, was never meant to fit neatly into anyone else’s idea of who she should be. She ventured beyond the ordinary, stepped confidently outside the mold, and became exactly who she wanted to be—a brilliant, artistic, free-spirited young woman who lived life in her own...
Dale A Lu Maye
Aug 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dale (LaTour) Lu Maye, who departed this world on August 3,2026 at the age of 80. Born on August 2,1946 in Green Bay to the late Joseph and Margaret (Roberson) LaTour. She fought a long-term illness.
Dale was an avid Packer fan. She loved to play softball, ride rollercoasters and go bowling in...
Brylah Lianaha Decker
Jul 31, 2026
Brylah Decker passed away at just 8 years old on July 31st, 2026 after finishing her battle with rhabdomyosarcoma.
Brylah is the sweetest little girl ever put on this planet, she touched everyone’s heart that crossed paths with her. Despite the disease that wore her body down and made her unable to do the things that she used to love to...
