ATCHLEY FUNERAL HOME - SEVIERVILLE

Teresa Lynn Carter, age 58, went to her rest on August 2, 2021, at LeConte Medical Center in Sevierville. Teresa was born in Kingsport, Tennessee, on October 18, 1962, to Phyllis Ann and Billy Scott Carter Sr. After graduating from Oak Ridge High School, Teresa attended St. Mary's School of Nursing. She began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse at Children's Hospital in Knoxville and went on to practice for 13 years. She was one of an elite few of her associates who specialized in providing anesthesia to infants and young children. The lives of many were positively impacted by Teresa's medical skills and kind heart. For all her professional success, however, her most fulfilling...

The Rev. Dr. H. Eddie Fox died on July 28, 2021, in Sevierville, Tennessee. He was born on July 26, 1938, in the Waldens Creek Community of Sevier County, Tennessee, and has been called "one of the most visible evangelistic faces in the Methodist/Wesleyan movement in our lifetime" by Bishop Michael Watson, a retired bishop in the United Methodist Church. "Eddie Fox has preached to more people and taught faith sharing to more people than anyone on earth." Dr. Fox grew up in Waldens Creek United Methodist Church. By age 9 he wanted to be a follower of Jesus. By age 16, he knew he wanted to be a preacher like his grandfather, and at age 17, he received his license to preach. He attended...

The Rev. Dr. H. Eddie Fox died on July 28, 2021, in Sevierville, Tennessee. He was born on July 26, 1938, in the Waldens Creek Community of Sevier County, Tennessee, and has been called "one of the most visible evangelistic faces in the Methodist/Wesleyan movement in our lifetime" by Bishop Michael Watson, a retired bishop in the United Methodist Church. "Eddie Fox has preached to more people and taught faith sharing to more people than anyone on earth." Dr. Fox grew up in Waldens Creek United Methodist Church. By age 9 he wanted to be a follower of Jesus. By age 16, he knew he wanted to be a preacher like his grandfather, and at age 17, he received his license to preach. He attended...

Eileen Kelly Sullivan, 78, of Kodak, and formerly of Durham, Connecticut, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. She was born on July 8, 1943, in Middletown, CT. Eileen was a former parishioner of Notre Dame Church in Durham, a Girl Scout Leader, and a Little League Volunteer. She enjoyed painting, gardening, baking, caring for her pets, and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her father, Reginald Kelly, Sr.; mother, Florence Hunt; and brother, Reginald Kelly, Jr. Eileen is survived by her husband, Bruce Sullivan; daughter, Kimberly Randall (Wade); grandson, Nathan Randall; brother, Vernon Kelly (Jean); sisters-in-law, Janet Kelly, and Sharon Washburn (Rick); and...

Dennis Lamar Joslin, age 78, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 3, 2021. He was born June 26, 1942 in Sevierville, Tennessee. He was a member of the Valley View Baptist Church, Wears Valley, Tennessee. He was a member of the Elks, Shriners, Masons, the York Rite, Lions Club, and Commadore of the Vero Beach Yacht Club in Vero Beach, Florida. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mayford and Grace Helton Joslin; brothers John Calvin "J.C." Joslin, Robert Benjamin "R.B." Proffitt, and great granddaughter Lilah Guerin. Survivors include his wife, Carole Joslin; daughters Kelly (Adam) Jones, Tammy (Gary) Daniels; son Ricky (Libby) Joslin; Stepchildren James (Sharon)...

William "Bill" Price, age 70 of Sevierville (formerly of Autryville, NC) passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021. Bill was a member of Sevierville Church of Christ, Clinton Church of Christ in Clinton, NC, as well as a member of the American Legion and NRA. He was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth Butts and father William Price. Survivors include his wife Victoria Price, sons and daughters-in-law Bill and Sandy Price of Rockingham, NC, Robert Price of New York, Michael and Elizabeth Price of Autryville, NC; daughters and sons-in-law Jennifer Price of Lubbock, TX, Katherine and Randall McKenzie of Newton Grove, NC, Shirley and Adam Lane of Clinton, NC. In addition, he is survived by...

Funeral service 12 PM at 1st Bapt. Sevierville

Wallace Douglas (Doug) Taylor, age 88 of Sevierville, (formerly of New Jersey) passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021. Doug was born in Richmond, New York. He was a proud veteran and served in the United States Navy on several ships including USS Rush. He was a Chief Operating Engineer for Maritrans Tugs until his retirement. He enjoyed painting, reading, and gardening. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years Jean Taylor, parents Wallace Sr. and Emma Taylor, grandsons Brian and Dennis Krol and brothers William and David. Doug is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law Audrey and Ernie Frudden of Kodak, TN, Doris and Robert VanNorman of Forked River, NJ and Kathy and Joe Sullivan...

Kenneth "Kenny" Delane Brock, age 73, of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2021. Kenny was a veteran of the United States Navy and retired from Collier Restaurant Group after 25 years of service. He was a native of Montpelier, Mississippi and a graduate of Clay County High School. He was of the Methodist faith and was a people person who loved helping others. Kenny was known for being an excellent craftsman who could fix or make anything presented to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Mary Madison Brock. Kenny is survived by his sons, Michael and Kevin Brock; brothers, Eddie Brock (Sandra), Gary Brock (Roxie); sisters, Lynn Simmons (Leon), Cathy...

Delmer Bruce (Doc) Shular, age 86 of Sevierville passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his children Sunday March 14, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Murphy and Ruby Shular; grandparents, Amos Randolph Shular and Martha Jane Ingle Shular, stepmother, Lennie Watkins Shular, wife, Betty Shular; brothers, James Bob Shular, Charles Shular; sister Pat Shular Justus; grandson Joshua B. Shular; sisters-in-law, Blanche Shular, Molly Shular. Delmar is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Lonnie Shular, Garland (Jane) Shular; daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara (Richard) Sleight, Sherry (Mike) Godsey, Christie (Ed) Williams; grandchildren, Jason (Lynn) Shular, Heather...

John Edward Graw, 84 of Sarasota, Fl, passed away Friday, March 12, 2021. John had a love for playing golf, especially at Foxfire Golf Course to which he was a member. He was a member of Morristown SDA Church, as well as the Sarasota SDA Church. He worked as a plastering contractor in Sarasota, FL for over 40 years. John was a beloved husband and father, he always treated others with the upmost respect and was loved by all. He was preceded in death by his son, Steven Graw; and parents, John Edward Sr. and Virginia Graw. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Chrystal Graw; Son, Michael Graw (Sarah); daughters, Julie Holmberg (James), Jennifer Lucas (Robert), Katie Stillwell (Eric);...

Herbert Hoover Franklin, 92 of Friendsville formerly of Sevierville, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Hebert was a WWII and Korean War Army veteran. He was a member of 3 in 1 Baptist Church in Dandridge for 35 years, and later became a member at Rio South Church in Maryville. He served as a Preacher for most of his life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ima Jean Franklin; parents, Robert and Myrtle Franklin; brothers, Bob, Gene, and Jim Franklin; sister, Iona Webb; and grandson, Brandon Franklin (Jeni Lynn). He is survived by his sons, Darrell Franklin (Jennifer), Terry Franklin, Dale Franklin, Cecil Franklin, and Robert Franklin; daughters, Joyce Acree (Bill), and Doris Mae...

Peggy Joyce Williams Norton, age 74 of Kodak TN, formerly of Canton, MS, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Helen Williams, sisters, Gail Brannon and Linda Sutherland. Survivors: Husband of 54 years: Max R. Norton; Sons: Ricky Norton and wife Lisa, Steve Norton; Grandchildren: Haley N. Cliburn (Chris), Lacey K. Norton, Ashton R. Norton, Ella Grace Norton, and Chap B. Norton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Thompson Cancer Survival Center, 710 Middle Creek Rd. Sevierville, TN 37862. Family and friends will meet 1 PM Monday in Mattox Cemetery for graveside service and interment. Arrangements by Atchley Funeral...

Dorcas Edwards Meade, 93, of Sevierville TN, long time resident of Duffield, VA, originally from Pound, VA went home to glory on February 25, 2021. She died peacefully in her sleep at home with her family. She was born on February 22, 1928, the twelfth of fourteen siblings to the late Eli and Laura Edwards. She was known by a variety of nicknames by her family and friends, but she will most fondly be remembered as "Mamaw", the name she was most proud to be called and the role that she flourished in. Dorcas was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She loved music, singing, crocheting, rock collecting, bird watching, playing cards, and...

Karen Jean Coleman, 64 of Pigeon Forge, TN formerly of N. Ridgeville, OH Passed Thursday, February 4, 2021. A member of Seymour Baptist Church She is preceded in death by her brother, Jeff Roberts; and mother, Sally Roberts She is survived by her husband, Andrew Coleman, son; Wayne Colman, daughters; Lisa Colman, Linda Adams boyfriend (Bruce Ochenryder); brother-in-law, Edward Coleman; sisters-in-law, Marie Stevens and Karen Ann Mckiney; grandchildren; Justin Colman, Makenzie Colman, Tyler Stanislawski, Dominic Adams, Christian Adams, Andrew Coleman, and step grandchildren; Jasmine Smith and Travis Burgett. Cremation arrangements made Atchley Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made...

John Douglas Peine?passionate naturalist, teller of ribald jokes, insatiably curious scientist, and rug-cutter extraordinaire?died peacefully at home (Sevierville, TN) on January 27, 2021 surrounded by his wife and two daughters. Born in Dallas, Texas and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, John Peine was a 37-year veteran of the United States Department of the Interior, serving eight Presidential Administrations including a decade as chief scientist of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A tireless advocate for conservation in his own backyard and around the world, John cultivated an enormous vegetable garden and orchard, kept horses and chickens, and worked with many foreign...

Buddy Hyder, age 75, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021. Buddy grew up in North Carolina. He was a graduate of Hendersonville High School and UNC-Asheville. He worked as a computer programmer as well as other jobs. He was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Hendersonville, NC. Later in life, he relocated to Tennessee to be closer to his brother, Jerry. He was a quiet, generous, and caring person. He loved to share his faith by praying for others, sharing gospel literature, and helping people. Buddy enjoyed writing letters of encouragement to friends and family reflecting his compassion, which will be deeply missed. He was preceded in death by his parents E. P. (Bud) and...

Jimmy Walden Floyd, age 72 of Sevierville, TN died on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born and reared in Sumter, SC, where he lived until relocating to TN in June of 2020 to be near his son and daughter-in-law. Jimmy served in The United States Air Force from 1968 to 1972. He graduated from Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, GA with a B.S. degree in criminal justice. Upon graduation, Jimmy returned to Sumter and established his wholesale grocery business, Floyd Wholesale, which operated for 35 years until his retirement in 2013. Several years later, he began a second career with Jones Chevrolet Cadillac in the service department as their courtesy driver....

Joyce Angus Knutson of Sevierville, Tennessee passed away peacefully with her children by her side on January 19, 2021 at the age of 84. Joyce spent 49 years in nursing, graduating from Silver Cross School of Nursing, Joliet, Il in 1956. After retiring from Hollywood Memorial in Hollywood, Fl in 2000 as Director of Surgical Services, Joyce returned to the family home in Lockport, Il to care for her father. She continued to serve her community in one of the most rewarding positions in her nursing career by serving as School Nurse for Pioneer Elementary School in Bolingbrook, IL. After her father's passing, she moved to the Wears Valley area of the Great Smoky Mountains. Joyce was...

Jennifer Murphy Dunaway, 47, of Pigeon Forge, TN, died Monday, January 18, 2021.

Windham Blair Motley, 68 of Sevierville, TN formerly of York, SC, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021. He graduated from York High School in 1971. Former electrical designer for Little Diversified Architectural at Charlotte, NC. When he retired in 2014, he and his family moved to Sevier County, TN where he spent the rest of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, John J. and Dorothy Boylin-Motley; and brother, James B. Motley. He is survived by his daughter, Kelley Susanne Motley (James Dallas Gainey); grandson, Lander Cove Motley; and granddaughters, Kaiklyn Skye Motley, and Graclyn Bay Motley. Cremation arrangements made by Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville, TN. Online...