Anna Lee Brown, age 81, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021 in Maryville, Tennessee after a long battle with cancer. Mrs. Brown was born Anna Lee Rector on October 25, 1939 in Pikeville, Tennessee. Graduated high school from Gulf Park School for Women as salutatorian in 1957. Married to Samuel Brown, Jr. in 1962 before settling in Cordova, Tennessee with her husband where they raised their daughter, Janet. Following retirement, she moved to Maryville with her husband. Mrs. Brown is preceded in death by her mother and father, Helen and W.L. Rector; husband, Samuel Brown, Jr.; and brothers, William "Bear" Rector and Hal Rector. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Janet...

George Daniel Boone 6 June 1949 - 7 February 2021 Daniel was born to Willard and Rozella Boone. He grew up in Oliver Springs. His Siblings: Fred, Roy (Vickie), Debbie Killian. Son: George Daniel Boone, ll (Tara). Grandson: Daniel Hayden Boone Wife of 30 years: Naomi Boone Daniel retired from Vytron in Loudon after 36 years. Daniel's favorite Bible passage is Psalms 23. Thanks to Dr. Conway. Becky. Tasha. Daniel has requested cremation, no services, no receiving friends. Notes of memories of Daniel and words of encouragement are welcome! Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865)6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com.

Carole Persing Gobert, age 80, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021 in Knoxville, TN. She was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Dr. Harry M. Persing Jr. and the late Dorothy Amelia White Persing. Carole is survived by daughter, Rachel DeLauder (Nathan); grandchildren, Carlissa Martin, Cristian DeLauder, and Ezikieal DeLauder; sister, Julie Papadimas (Stathis), and nephew, Demos Papadimas. After receiving her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Psychology from Cornell University, Carole made Knoxville her home. While living in Knoxville raising her daughter, Carole enjoyed working at the Law Office of JD Lee where there was never a dull moment. In her retirement, Carole...

Karen Louise Krute Schall quietly passed away at home Sunday, January 24, 2021. She was born February 24, 1943 to Lester and Elizabeth Krute in Washington, DC. Karen is survived by her husband of 51 years, James Schall; daughter, Amy Gurtis; son, James David Schall (Christine); grandchildren, James Meriwether Schall and Katie Gurtis; brother, Philip Krute (Barbara); sister, Deborah Allen (Thomas); sister-in-law, Virginia Krute. She is preceded in death by parents and brothers, David Krute and James Nolan (Diane). Karen grew up in Silver Spring Maryland, graduated from Wheaton High School and worked for a government contractor where she met her husband, James Schall. In 1970 she moved to...

James M. Leitnaker, age 96, of Kingston, died peacefully on January 10, 2021 at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. Born in Indiana, Jim grew up in Baldwin, Kansas and eventually settled in Kingston. He entered World War II at the age of 18 and was awarded the Purple Heart. While overseas, he met and married his sweetheart Jean who hailed from England. Their union spanned 67 years and produced six children. Jim also served in the Korean War where he was awarded the Bronze Star. He earned his Ph.D. in chemistry at the University of Kansas and taught chemistry at Baker University. Ultimately Jim and Jean and their children settled in East Tennessee in 1965 to begin a long career at...

It's said the true purpose of life is to simply live as the fullest expression of oneself: to live fully, love wholeheartedly, and make an impact. William Joseph Mize did just that, leaving behind a legacy of memories and stories that bring laughter, awe, and inspiration. Joe came to this earth on May 12th, 1950 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He met the love of his life, Maura, in 1975 and they married in 1978. He spent the majority of his adult life in Lake Charles, Louisiana where he was a loving husband and father, and successfully practiced law. Joe's amazing life ended where it all began in his hometown of Knoxville at the age of 70. Joe impacted the lives of many with his charismatic...

Edwin Joseph Russell passed away from post-COVID complications in Knoxville, TN, on January 8, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. Ed was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on July 13, 1948, and grew up in Jacksonville, FL. He attended Robert E. Lee High School and graduated from the University of Georgia. Ed joined the United States Secret Service in 1976 as a Special Agent and over the course of his career he worked in their Richmond, New York City, and Washington, D.C. offices. During his time in New York, he was one of the original members of the Counter Assault Team program. In 1981, he was transferred to the Presidential Protective Division (White House Detail) during the Reagan...

Edwin Joseph Russell passed away from post-COVID complications in Knoxville, TN, on January 8, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. Ed was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on July 13, 1948, and grew up in Jacksonville, FL. He attended Robert E. Lee High School and graduated from the University of Georgia. Ed joined the United States Secret Service in 1976 as a Special Agent and over the course of his career he worked in their Richmond, New York City, and Washington, D.C. offices. During his time in New York, he was one of the original members of the Counter Assault Team program. In 1981, he was transferred to the Presidential Protective Division (White House Detail) during the Reagan...

Robert Burchard Jones, passed into eternal life on Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was born April 29, 1923 in Chattanooga, TN, the only son of Georgia and Charles Jones. Burchard attended Missionary Ridge Grammar school, graduated from Central High. He enlisted in the Army in April,1943 and served as a heavy machine gunner in England, France, Belgium and Germany, and received the Purple Heart. After his honorable discharge, he graduated from UT Knoxville in 1948. "Bob" as he was known at the University of Tennessee, became the manager of the UT Book and Supply Store from 1947 through 1963. He was the business manager for the UT University Center from 1963 - 1967. In 1968 he began...

Jerry S. Olson, a pioneering dunes ecologist and world explorer, died Jan. 5, 2021, at Raintree Terrace Senior Living in Knoxville, Tn. He was 92. The cause was heart failure with related complications. Jerry, whose research appeared in numerous scientific journals and textbooks, was well known for his groundbreaking studies into sand-dune succession and global climate change. He was employed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 1958 to 1985. In addition, he held academic posts at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and many other campuses. Extended assignments included stints in Berkeley, Ca., Boulder, Co., and two colleges in Sweden. Jerry passed away 10 days after his second...

Cynthia Jean Newton, age 56, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. She was born in Maryville, Tennessee on March 9, 1964. Cynthia is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Travis Cooper; son, Evan Adkins; mother, Connie Dyell; brother, Charles Cook; sister and brother-in-law, Celeste and Richard Staggs and many loved ones, family and friends who loved her dearly. She is preceded in death by father, Maxime F. Dyell; brother, Maxime C. Dyell; husbands, Bryan Adkins and Glen Newton and grandson, Bradley Kyle Adkins. "Rest Now Our Darling". No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865)6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com.

Wilma Rose Schlenz Fisher, age 98, graduated from this life to her eternal home in Heaven on December 27, 2020. She was born August 8, 1922 to John George and Hattie Freymiller Schlenz. In addition to her parents, Wilma is also preceded in death by stepmother, Mable Ann Jones Schlenz; beloved aunt Dora "Dawney" Schlenz; great aunt, Suzanna Schlenz Dietz; her husband of 63 years, Glenn W. Fisher in 2003; daughter, Mary Ann Fisher Mochon Davis in 2006; elder sister, Pauline Marie Salser (Everette); younger sister, Io Jacqueline Kirkwood (Jim); brother, Robert Schlenz (Donna), and younger stepsister, JoAnn Schlenz McCowen (Herb). She is survived by her elder daughter, Nancy Lee Fisher...

Wilma Rose Schlenz Fisher, age 98, graduated from this life to her eternal home in Heaven on December 27, 2020. She was born August 8, 1922 to John George and Hattie Freymiller Schlenz. In addition to her parents, Wilma is also preceded in death by stepmother, Mable Ann Jones Schlenz; beloved aunt Dora "Dawney" Schlenz; great aunt, Suzanna Schlenz Dietz; her husband of 63 years, Glenn W. Fisher in 2003; daughter, Mary Ann Fisher Mochon Davis in 2006; elder sister, Pauline Marie Salser (Everette); younger sister, Io Jacqueline Kirkwood (Jim); brother, Robert Schlenz (Donna), and younger stepsister, JoAnn Schlenz McCowen (Herb). She is survived by her elder daughter, Nancy Lee Fisher...

Wilma Rose Schlenz Fisher, age 98, graduated from this life to her eternal home in Heaven on December 27, 2020. She was born August 8, 1922 to John George and Hattie Freymiller Schlenz. In addition to her parents, Wilma is also preceded in death by stepmother, Mable Ann Jones Schlenz; beloved aunt Dora "Dawney" Schlenz; great aunt, Suzanna Schlenz Dietz; her husband of 63 years, Glenn W. Fisher in 2003; daughter, Mary Ann Fisher Mochon Davis in 2006; elder sister, Pauline Marie Salser (Everette); younger sister, Io Jacqueline Kirkwood (Jim); brother, Robert Schlenz (Donna), and younger stepsister, JoAnn Schlenz McCowen (Herb). She is survived by her elder daughter, Nancy Lee Fisher...

Douglas Fredrick "Rick" McClellan, age 73, was called by his Lord on Thursday, December 24, 2020. He was born on April 29, 1947, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to parents, Douglas and Miriam McClellan. Rick was a loving husband to Barbara for 52 years, a wonderful father to Dane (Katy) and Brooke (Adam), and delighted in his 7 grandchildren, Morgan, Hannah, Riley, Quinn, Reese, Cole, and Cade. He is also survived by his brother, Craig (Rita); sister, Cary, and many nephews and their wives. Rick had a passion for God's word, loving and serving people. He was also a college graduate and a Vietnam veteran. Please join us for a celebration of Rick's life, at Covenant Baptist Church (meets in...

Joyce Bible Denny passed away December 20, 2020 at Asbury Place of Maryville from complications of Covid 19. She was born January 20, 1943 to Eugene and Margaret Bible of Johnson City. A gifted musician she played piano and organ for Otterbien UMC, East Pine Grove Park UMC, and West Market Street UMC. Joyce worked as secretary for General Shale and Free Service Tire Company and made friends in the churches and workplaces. She also volunteered in the after-school tutor program for Northside Elementary School. Joyce was a loving single mother to John Eugene Miller and Matthew Flint Miller. She is preceded in death by her parents, and son, Flint Miller. Joyce leaves behind those who loved her...

Joyce Bible Denny passed away December 20, 2020 at Asbury Place of Maryville from complications of Covid 19. She was born January 20, 1943 to Eugene and Margaret Bible of Johnson City. A gifted musician she played piano and organ for Otterbien UMC, East Pine Grove Park UMC, and West Market Street UMC. Joyce worked as secretary for General Shale and Free Service Tire Company and made friends in the churches and workplaces. She also volunteered in the after-school tutor program for Northside Elementary School. Joyce was a loving single mother to John Eugene Miller and Matthew Flint Miller. She is preceded in death by her parents, and son, Flint Miller. Joyce leaves behind those who loved her...

Joyce Bible Denny passed away December 20, 2020 at Asbury Place of Maryville from complications of Covid 19. She was born January 20, 1943 to Eugene and Margaret Bible of Johnson City. A gifted musician she played piano and organ for Otterbien UMC, East Pine Grove Park UMC, and West Market Street UMC. Joyce worked as secretary for General Shale and Free Service Tire Company and made friends in the churches and workplaces. She also volunteered in the after-school tutor program for Northside Elementary School. Joyce was a loving single mother to John Eugene Miller and Matthew Flint Miller. She is preceded in death by her parents, and son, Flint Miller. Joyce leaves behind those who loved her...

Thomas J Baker, age 93, passed away on December 10, 2020. Affectionately known to many as TJ, he was an exemplary father to his children, and a loyal and caring provider to them and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was never too far away, sharing gentle support, love and the mischievous glimmer in his eye with everyone. A model of kindness, especially to the children and elderly in his church family, Tom reached out to the needy and supported financially many organizations and charities that were dear to his heart. He found joy in gardening - and sharing the beauty of creation - with his neighborhood, faith and retirement communities. Together TJ and his wife Kathy were...

On December 3, 2020 Kenneth A. Wilson lost his battle with cancer and went to be with his Heavenly Father. Ken, founder of Wilson Tile and Stone, was born in Toledo, Ohio to Robert Wilson and Lonetta Wilson (Wynn) on September 18, 1949. He graduated from Whitmer High School (1967) and the University of Toledo where he was part of the "Unbeatable Rockets" football team with a record of 35-0. He is survived by his former-wife and children Matt (Angie) Wilson, Nicole Huerta, and Erica (AJ) Arem, grandchildren Laila Wilson, Jace Wilson, Dylan Huerta, Grayson Arem & Ryleigh James Arem and his brother Robert Wilson. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Spring 2021....

William Raymond Cullins, Jr., 70, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2020, with his loving wife, Deborah Cullins, of 49 years by his side. He was a Believer in Jesus, our Lord; a patriot; and a strong advocate for citizens' rights. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Cullins, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Carvin; as well as his brothers, Gary and Mitchell Cullins. Left behind to cherish his memories are his wife, Deborah; son, Jason Cullins; daughter, Melissa McKelvey (Gavin); grandchildren, Britanni Cullins, Cade and Ella McKelvey, as well as other family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation in Ray's name to the building fund for Calvary...