OBITUARIES
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for families to remember their loved ones in Knoxville, Knox County and surrounding areas in TN
Christopher West
Jun 29, 2025
Christopher Warren West, 50, passed away on June 29, 2025, in Clinton, Tennessee. Born on February 11, 1975, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Michael and Cecilia West (nee Boehm, now Krusling). Chris lived a life marked by dedication—to his work, his passions, and above all, to his family.Throughout most of his professional life, Chris built a career in sales, marketing, and...
Vonda Joyce Davis
Jun 28, 2025
Vonda Joyce Davis, born on October 6, 1964, in Knoxville, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, at Parkwest Medical Center. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and vibrant spirit.
Vonda was a cherished daughter of the late James Robert Reagan and Doris Nadine Reagan. Growing up in...
Stephen Todd Hastey
Jun 23, 2025
Todd Hastey, 49, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025. The eldest of three sons born in November,1975, to Joe and Carol Hensley Hastey, he grew up in Atlanta, GA, where he graduated from Woodward Academy. He attended Wofford College where he played on the football team and forged many lifelong friendships. He graduated from Auburn University...
James "Size" Arthur Stephens
Jun 22, 2025
James "Size" Arthur Stephens, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on August 28, 1963, in Maryville, Tennessee, James lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and a strong sense of community.
A proud graduate of Alcoa High School in 1981, James was an exceptionally talented athlete, demonstrating remarkable...
Betty J. Paul
Jun 8, 2025
Betty Jo Paul ( Bj) age 76 of Bulls Gap, Tennessee passed away at UT Medical Center on June 8, 2025. She was supervisor of 9 stores for Stop-N-Go, and Bj happily retired to enjoy her children, grandbabies & husband (Curtis).
In addition to her parents Freda Mae Hamiton & Avi Jackson Varner of Tennessee. B isj preceded in death by...
Peter "Pete" Michael Franklin
Jun 7, 2025
Peter "Pete" Michael Franklin, 64, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on June 7, 2025.
Born on April 9, 1961, in Knoxville, Peter was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, cherished brother, and beloved son. He was known for his gentle spirit, caring heart, and wonderfully silly sense of humor that brought smiles and laughter to those around him.
Peter...
Evelin Xaveria Hicks
Jun 4, 2025
Evelin Xaveria Hicks, affectionately known as "Evil," passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, in Knoxville, following a short battle with illness. Born on February 18, 1950, in Germany, Evelin’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering dedication to family, work, and her numerous hobbies.
For an impressive 29 years, Evelin served in various capacities at Waffle House, where she...
Katherine Lynn Brenneman
Jun 2, 2025
Katherine Lynn Brenneman, born on September 25, 1970, in Middletown, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her residence on June 2, 2025. Her life was filled by love, warmth, and a joy for living that touched everyone around her.
Katherine completed her education at Middletown High School and furthered her studies at Butler Tech, specializing in Medical Accounting. Throughout her career, she...
Timothy McCannon
May 22, 2025
Timothy McCannon, son of Joseph and Helen (Drake) McCannon, was born on August 12, 1946 in Northampton, Massachusetts and passed away in Knoxville, Tennessee, on May 22, 2025.
Growing up in the hilltowns of Western Massachusetts, Tim developed a strong sense of resilience that characterized his life. He was known for being proudly outspoken and his mental and physical toughness left...
Patricia Winstead
May 12, 2025
Patricia Prater-Winstead passed on May 12, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was born on March 28, 1959, in Middlesboro, Ky to Sarah Ruth Maiden Taylor and Wilford A. Prater. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by grandparents Lena Ruth, Lewis Maiden and Agnes Bernice and Hayes Stokes and beloved sister Debra Lynn Smith.
She is survived by...
Ronnie Lee Pointer
May 8, 2025
Ronnie Lee Pointer, A man of true grit, age 70, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Thursday May 8th peacefully surrounded by family. A devoted father, loving grandfather, and cherished brother, Ronnie will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and unwavering love for those closest to him.
Ronnie is survived by his beloved daughter, Christy Pointer, and son, Ronnie Pointer Jr.; his...
Christine Virgilio
Apr 30, 2025
Christine Mary Virgilio, age 59, passed away on April 30, 2025. She was born on December 30, 1965, in Elizabeth, NJ. In 2015, she moved to Maryville, TN. Christine is preceded in death by her parents, Vincent Patrick Virgilio and Catherine Cassidy (Letters), as well as her twin brother, Christopher Vincent Virgilio.
She is survived by her son, James Cassidy Virgilio,...
