All Obituaries

Shirley Henry, age 84, of Walland, died Thursday, September 24, 2020 at Blount Memorial Hospital.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Della Garner; brothers, Audley, Herman, Ed, Ronnie, and David Garner; sisters, Ann Burchfield, Cleo Davis, and Catherine Hawn. Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Willard Henry; son, Rob Henry and Kim; son and daughter-in-law, Greg (Melanie) Henry; grandchildren, Alex and Elysa; Spencer and Chelsea; Alice, Ashton, and Julia Henry;...

Randy Jay Long, age 57, of Walland, passed away peacefully September 19, 2020 in his sleep, surrounded by his family. Randy is survived by his daughter, Stormie Jaye Long; parents, Franklin and Joyce Long; step son, brothers, Franklin, Todd (Kate), and Billy Long; sister, Elizabeth Ann (Mike) Brown.   After a family gathering, Randy was cremated.  No further ceremonies are scheduled at this time.  Cremation Done ProperlyTM under the care of Dotson Funeral Home,...

Velma  Grace  (Drinnen) Kerr, age 95, of Seymour, passed away peacefully Friday, September 11, 2020 at the family home.  She grew up in the Dupont Community and worked many years at Levi Strauss.  In her later years, she enjoyed crocheting caps for the newborns at the Dolly Parton Birthing Center at LeConte Medical Center in Sevierville.    She was preceded in death by her husband, Elijah Kerr  Jr., father, Walter L. Drinnen; mother, Lucinda Galyon...

Patti Sue (Evans) Jewell, age 66, of Maryville, died Friday, August 14, 2020 at Blount Memorial Hospital.  Patti was an alumnus of Maryville College.  She was also a longtime teacher at Fountain City Elementary School.  In her spare time, she enjoyed mystery novels and reading, in general.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Debra Brum. Survivors include her sons, Michael Jewell, Matthew (Michelle) Jewell; sister, Cheryl(Carl) Bullard; granddaughter, Zoe. Family...

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...