All Obituaries

Shelba Jean McCaslin, of Maryville, was born June 17, 1938, in Loudon, transitioned to her Heavenly Home on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. She was a devoted member of Mount Lebanon Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by husband, Floyd; son, Randy; parents, John and Artie Watts; brothers, Benny Ray, Robert Lee and Clinton. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to survivors son, Robert (Mia) McCaslin, of Seymour, TN; grandchildren, Kimberly (Chris) Walton, of Maryville, TN,...

Catherine Mary ‘Kitty’ Garrigan, age 91, of South Knoxville, died Thursday, June 25, 2020 at Williamsburg Villas. Kitty stayed very active and involved throughout her life; she was a National Parliamentarian, member of the League of Women Voters, as well as the Democratic Party and Toastmasters. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Paul Garrigan and daughter, Laurie Jean McKowen. Survivors include her sons, Daniel (Sonja) Garrigan, James A. Garrigan, Thomas (Beth)...

Adrian C. Sutherland, age 82, of Maryville, formerly of Mount Gilead, OH, passed away peacefully Friday, June 12, 2020, in the comfort of his daughters home. He was born on November 29, 1937, in Dickenson County, VA, to the late William D. and Ailcy “Bertie” (Fuller) Sutherland. After leaving school, Adrian began working in the coal mines of Virginia. When he moved to Ohio he enjoyed working as a baker in local bakeries. Adrian also dedicated 21 years to working for Gruman...

Joyce A. Yates, age 58, of Greenback, went to be with the Lord June 1, 2020. Joyce was a light of love and hospitality, accepting all with open arms and an open heart. And while she had 5 children, she extended her love beyond family boundaries, so much so, that many accepted her as their adopted parent. She loved cooking, word puzzles, and Mahjong, but what she loved most was the time she spent with family. She is preceded in death by her Son, Michael Kirkland, Survivors include her...

Michael Barker, age 59, of Seymour.  We have lost the heart and soul of our family. Mike went home to be with the Lord doing one of the things he enjoyed most, biking with his son-in-law on a new trail on the parkway. He suffered a heart attack and despite the assistance provided by many compassionate people who jumped in and provided CPR, Mike passed away Sunday 5/17/2020. Mike is in heaven hugging his Mom, chatting with his Dad and playing golf with Uncle Tom. He will be forever...

Elbert Randall ‘Bert’ Tucker, age 76, of Seymour, died Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at the family home after an extended illness. Elbert worked as a journeyman electrician before suffering from a debilitating injury.  Even through this, he continued to want to learn and advance himself.  He was also a veteran, serving honorably in the U.S. Navy. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Mary Tucker; son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Emily Tucker; grandchildren, Sam Logan...

Geoffrey  Jay  Bumbalough, Jr., age 15, of Rockford, died Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Blount Memorial Hospital .  Geoffrey was a very happy, outgoing, and caring person. He loved his brothers, sisters and family more than himself.  He was also an avid fisherman.  Geoffrey was a member of the Greenback  House of Prayer, where he was part of the youth group.  He lived and believed his faith. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Charles Ray McGill...

It is with great sorrow to announce our loved one, Janet Lee (Marcum) Lewis of Knoxville, TN., was called home early by our heavenly Father, on April 2, 2020. Her passing was unexpected and she will be missed by all of her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Marcum and Ruth (Reagen) Marcum. She leaves behind her loving brother Steve Carr & wife Gwen Carr and many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews that loved her very much. Janet was born in...

Wanda Lean Lawson, age 69, of Maryville, died Monday, March 23, 2020 at Blount Memorial Hospital. She was very family oriented and loved them very much, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ida Mae Banks; husbands, Richard Lee Humphrey and Curtis Lawson; stepfather, Virgil Fife. Survivors include her sons, David Wayne Humphrey and Ricky Lee Humphrey; brother, Don (Kimberly) Fife; sister, Clarice (Jimmy) Kirkland; grandchildren, Ida, Gauge, Wanda, Brandon,...