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Richard Allen Caldwell, age 35 of Maryville, formerly of Knoxville passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Richard was born on February 24, 1986 in Knoxville to George Caldwell Jr. and Angela Caldwell. He was a 2004 graduate of Farragut High School. Richard was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp where he served during the Iraq War. He was a Purple Heart recipient and earned the rank of Corporal, E-4. Richard enjoyed collecting firearms and flipping houses. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, George R. Caldwell, Sr., Barbara Spoon Caldwell, Gaynor Baker Cox; fellow Marines, Tyler William Phillips and Sergie Bolen along with many others. He is survived by his...

Joshua James Russell, 36, of Lenoir City, passed away June 28th, 2021 after ten days at home with hospice care. Josh was born in Cookeville, TN. He completed middle and high school in King George, VA where he played baseball, football, and basketball. Josh enjoyed hunting, fishing, and just being outdoors. He spent his summers as a boy hunting and fishing on Center Hill Lake in Middle Tennessee. While living in Virginia after high school, the job he enjoyed most was working as an armed security guard for American Security Group. Josh was also skilled at welding, woodworking, painting, and sketching. Josh's beautiful smile and wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed. He was...

Rev. Dr. Green Lee Wallace passed away on June 23, 2021 to go be with the King he loved. Lee was born on March 15, 1950 in Cadiz, Kentucky and grew up in Stewart County, Tennessee. After serving as a Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, he obtained his seminary degrees. He was the pastor of three wonderful congregations! Ansonia Ohio First Church of God; Mt. Sterling Kentucky First Church of God and Knoxville Tennessee First Church of God. Lee was currently serving as the Congregational Care Pastor with Reverend Jason Scott at Knoxville First Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Harrison Wallace and Keoka Wallace and brother, Timothy Ray Wallace, Attorney at Law....

Rev. Dr. Green Lee Wallace passed away on June 23, 2021 to go be with the King he loved. Lee was born on March 15, 1950 in Cadiz, Kentucky and grew up in Stewart County, Tennessee. After serving as a Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, he obtained his seminary degrees. He was the pastor of three wonderful congregations! Ansonia OH First Church of God; Mt. Sterling KY First Church of God and Knoxville TN First Church of God. Lee was currently serving as the Congregational Care Pastor with Reverend Jason Scott at Knoxville First Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Harrison Wallace and Keoka Wallace and brother, Timothy Ray Wallace. Lee is survived by his wife of...

Della Mae Phillips - age 92 of Maryville, passed away Wednesday evening June 23, 2021. Della loved birds and being out in her yard, and she enjoyed her neighbors. Della was preceded in death by her husband, William Date "D.J." Phillips; parents, William and Sally Graves Housley; siblings: Mossie M. Housley Ford, Joe Preston Housley (Ousley), John Jess Housley, Myrtle Ethel Housley Brogan, James Ulys Housley, Clyde Edgar Housley, Lonnie E. Housley, Minnie Bell Housley, Rosetta Housley Coppock. Survived by her daughter, Sally Jeanette Teague; brothers-in-law: Andy, Richard and Joe Phillips; sister-in-law, Vicky Greene; several special nieces and nephews including: Jackie Housley and wife,...

Richard Kent Foster (Lenoir City, TN) left this world on Friday, June 17th. He went on his terms, peacefully in his sleep. Born in Indianapolis, IN in 1939 to loving parents, Hazel Vivian Foster and Johnny Foster. If you ever met Kent, aka "Daddy", "Captain" or "Dick", then you had the pleasure of knowing what a character and all around wonderful human being he was. Kent went on to enlist in the United States Air Force at 18 years old, to see the world and serve his country. He later applied to OCS and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in 1969. He was a true patriot and served 21 yrs in the USAF where he worked in procurement for many years and retired as Captain. He was a student of...

Otto T. "Tom" Hamilton age 74 of Lenoir City formerly of Whiting, IN passed away June 14, 2021. Tom was of the Baptist faith and a retired iron worker. He enjoyed remodeling homes, working on cars, gardening, and spending time with his grandson. Preceded in death by his father, Howard Hamilton; mother, Maxine Frye; sisters, Inez Kuhn and Janice Boggs. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Genny Johnson Hamilton; son, Russell Hamilton; grandson, Austin Thomas Hamilton; brother, John Hamilton (Joyce); many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 17th at Click Funeral Home with funeral services to follow at 3 p.m. Burial will be in the...

Peter Scott Zegarzewski, age 56 of Loudon, TN formerly of Charlestown, RI passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2021. He was devoted to his family as a loving husband, patient father, enthusiastic grandfather and loyal son. Peter was the "number one patient" of his three year old granddaughter Avery, practicing her doctor skills. She often referred to her Jahgoo as "the Dude" when she forgot his name. Peter was an excellent role model and mentor to his family, community and at Pfizer where he enjoyed his 36 year career. He loved coaching and influencing the youth of the community, and especially loved watching his sons play sports even more. Peter was extremely proud to have both of his...

Peter Scott Zegarzewski, age 56 of Loudon, TN formerly of Charlestown, RI passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2021. He was devoted to his family as a loving husband, patient father, enthusiastic grandfather and loyal son. Peter was the "number one patient" of his three year old granddaughter Avery, practicing her doctor skills. She often referred to her Jahgoo as "the Dude" when she forgot his name. Peter was an excellent role model and mentor to his family, community and at Pfizer where he enjoyed his 36 year career. He loved coaching and influencing the youth of the community, and especially loved watching his sons play sports even more. Peter was extremely proud to have both of his...

Steve Henry Manuel, age 60 of Louisville, TN went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 10, 2021. He made his living working for Neel's Wholesale Produce in Knoxville and Neel's House of Produce in Maryville. Steve also ran his own business, Steve Henry's Bait and Tackle in Louisville where his love for the outdoors and fishing all the local rivers was evident. He was preceded in death by his parents, George H. Manuel and Edna Ruth Long; siblings, Gary Manuel and Betsy Manuel; special family friends, Elizabeth and Alonzo Neel and their two sons, Billy and Bobby Neel. Survived by his loving and devoted wife, Angie Manuel; son, Landon Manuel (Taneeka); daughter, Savannah Manuel; five...

Kathy L. (Swartz) Ferrero, age 71, passed away peacefully in her home on May 24, 2021 in Lenoir City, TN. She was born August 20, 1949 in Ottowa, IL to William and Leone Swartz. Kathy was a graduate of Morris High School in Morris, IL. She held various positions in the medical field and early education. To know Kathy is to love her. She had a unique gift of unconditional love, kindness and humility. Kathy loved the Lord with all her heart and soul. Now she can finally rest in his loving arms. Kathy had a beautiful gift and love for gardening. She was passionate about being outdoors enjoying nature and the beauty of God's creation. Her favorite vacations were at the beach, traveling...

Susan Charlene McMahan, age 51 of Maryville passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 following a courageous battle with cancer. Susan was a graduate of Shiloh Christian Academy in Texas. She attended Crescent Park Baptist Church in Texas. Susan was a longtime employee of Blount County Schools at Rockford Elementary School. She was a competitive swimmer and active in gymnastics during her school years. Susan enjoyed hiking and kayaking. Preceded in death by her grandparents, Loss and Estelle Maddox, Hubert Crouch, Charlie and Willie Whitten; stepfather, Norm Brehob. Survived by her husband, Luke McMahan; daughter, Lacy Mae McMahan; father, Bill Whitten and wife, Leslie; mother, Linda Brehob;...

Leonard N. "Nick" Cotter, Jr., age 89, of Maryville, went peacefully to his eternal home on Friday morning, April 2, 2021. He was a native of Oklahoma and a tribal citizen of the Wyandotte Nation. He met his loving wife of 65 years, Martha, at Oklahoma State University where he received his degree in civil engineering. He served his country in Korea with the US Army. Nick worked for Shell Oil Company in New Orleans, LA for 20 years. He then worked for a consulting firm, Project Associates, Inc., where he retired as vice president of engineering. After experiencing one too many hurricanes, Nick and Martha moved from Mandeville, LA to Lenoir City, TN in 2006. Three years ago, they relocated to...

Lewis E. White age 87 of Friendsville. The family announces with great sadness the passing of Lewis Edward White on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. He has left his earthly home to spend eternity in Heaven. He was of the Baptist faith. Lewis was a U. S. Army Retired Sgt FCE7 with 20 years of service. Serving in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a NRA Patriot Life Member, serving as a Range Safety Officer, High Power Certified Coach and a Distinguished Rifleman President's Hundred Member. Lewis was an avid collector of M1 Garand rifles with an extensive collection. Lewis loved traveling across the country and abroad with his late wife, Opal. Married for 63 years, the love, support and...

William Wayne "Billy" Stafford went to Heaven on Tuesday morning, February 16, 2021 after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. Billy enjoyed riding his motorcycle, bowling, hunting and golf. He was preceded in death by his parents, J. M. and Ruth Stafford, and sister, Mary Mills. Survived by his wife, Judy Stafford; daughter, Deetra Toone; daughter and son-in-law, Tabitha and Kevin Miller; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Debbie Stafford; sister, Sherry Gunn; sister and brother-in-law, Kelly and Tom Forsythe; nieces and nephews along with hundreds of friends throughout several states that became part of his family. The family will receive...

James A. Southwick, 79, formerly of Ashtabula, Ohio, passed away February 11, 2021 at Methodist University Hospital, Memphis, TN. He was born February 18, 1941, in Painesville, Ohio, the son of Donald E. and Nellie (Kampf) Southwick, and had been a resident of Brighton, TN for 21 years. He was a 1959 graduate of West Geauga High School, Chesterland, Ohio. On August 18, 1967, he married the love of his life, Ruth Williams, and together they shared 53 wonderful years. He worked at API Instruments Company in Chesterland, Ohio, Warner & Swasey Company in Cleveland, Ohio, and the last 21 years at Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN. A member of Crossroads Community Church of the...

Lynn Carter "Carty" Fox, age 73, of Clinton, TN, fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. He was a graduate of the University of Tennessee as well as a retired Major in the U. S. Army. Carty was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Delores "Losie" Fox. He is survived by his wife, Dolly Fox; son and daughter-in-law, Seth and Melissa Fox; grandson, Bryce Fox; daughter, Jordan Fox and her fianc?, Dustin Dyer. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 29th at St. Nektarios Orthodox Church. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Nektarios Orthodox Church, 11525 US-321 North,...

Mary J. Parker, age 85 of Lenoir City, went to be with the Lord on January 21,2021. Mary was a founding member of First Baptist Church Tellico Village where she was a part of the building committee. She was a bookkeeper at Henegar Motor Company in McMinnville, TN and also Miller Motor Company in Loudon and Jim White Chevrolet in Lenoir City. Before a starting a family business, Parker & Sons Furniture & Carpet from 1977 to 1989. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her hobbies were being a gardener, expert seamstress and homemaker. When she retired to Tellico Village she enjoyed golf and participating in her church. Mary was also a world traveler who...

On Saturday, January 16th, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital, Ronald Colen Simmons, resident of Madisonville, TN, formerly Lexington, SC, passed away at the age of 77. Ron will be sadly missed by his son, Ronald Van Simmons with his wife, Vicky, and daughter, Tanya Tillman with her husband, Joe, along with his son, Rodney Spires and daughter-in-law, Jamie Spires. He will also be missed by all his grandchildren: Summer, Faith, Sawyer Grace, Walker, Dalton, Taylor, and Tyler. Also by his sister-in-law Sharon Meador and her husband John, and sister-in-laws Tammie Taylor and Melissa Oaks. He will be forever remembered by everyone who knew him. Ron was predeceased by his father, Van Simmons, his...

William Date "D. J." Phillips Jr. - age 80 of Maryville passed away January 2, 2021. He was a retired diesel mechanic with Harrison Construction. D. J. loved to work in his yard, gardening, motor sports and he loved his neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, W. D. Phillips Sr. and Eula Phillips. Survived by his wife, Della Housley Phillips; stepdaughter, Jeanette; brothers, Andy, Richard and Joe Phillips; sisters, Vicky Greene and Toni Patterson; several nieces and nephews including special nephew, Jackie Housley and wife, Janie and special friend, David Pickens. Family and friends will gather at the funeral home by 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 16th and proceed to the...

Teresa Epling Schwartz - age 58 of Lenoir City, TN passed away January 1, 2021. She was a physical therapy assistant at Little Tennessee Valley Educational Co-Op. Teresa loved the outdoors, camping, and enjoyed hiking with her Women Hikers of the Smoky's Club. She was a talented photographer. Preceded in death by her grandparents, Cyrus and Kate Epling. Teresa is survived by her husband of 10 years, Richard Schwartz; son, Andrew Helton (Amanda Alama); daughter Lauren Johnson (Robert); grandchildren: Alahna Helton, Asher and Anderson Helton, Audrey, Gage, Noah, and Ollie Johnson; mother, Janice Mitchell; brothers, Joseph Mannette and Brian Mitchell; sister, Diana Mitchell and special...