Emily Kyker Whitehead
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Emily Kyker Whitehead aged 86, of Maryville, formerly of Sevierville, passed away at her home in Maryville on October 7, 2021.
She was raised in the Wildwood Community of Blount County but lived most of her life in Sevier County. Emily earned degrees from the University of TN, Tusculum University, and Lincoln Memorial University. She worked with the Sevier County Board of Education for over 35 years as Director of School Food Services. After retiring Emily enjoyed traveling, reading, and spending time with family.
She was preceded in death by her parents W.B. Kyker, Imogene Ellis Kyker, sister Jane Kyker Barham, and close friend Wayne Bridge.
Emily is survived by her sister Madge K. Sandidge (Harry), her four children Judy Whitehead Smith, Harvey Whitehead (Dianna), Roger Whitehead, and Karen Whitehead Bowles (Roger); as well as fourteen grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.
The family wishes to thank Kathy Harness for the 2.5 years she cared for Emily at her home in Maryville, as well as Hospice for their care during her final days.
Emily made the choice to donate her body to The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. A casual outdoor Celebration of Life service will be held at her home at 4242 Sevierville Road in Maryville on Sunday October 17. The family will receive friends from 2 - 3:30. Pastor David Duggan, long-time family friend, will conduct the service beginning at 3:30.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alztennessee.org or the Pat Head Summitt Foundation at www.pat-summitt.org.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com in Sevierville.