Kayla LucSara Anderson 26 of Knoxville, Tennessee gained her wings May 7, 2021. Kayla was born March 9, 1995 in Knoxville, the daughter of Dana Anderson and Danny Anderson. Kayla was loving, compassionate and left an impression on everyone that knew her. Most of all she loved her two daughters and younger sibling. She is preceded in death by her father Danny Anderson, grandmother Sara Blankenship and great grandmother Nina Blankenship. Kayla is survived by her loving children Briellah Marie Nolasco Anderson and Chrisaleya Elise James, mother, Dana Anderson Bobo, younger sibling Jada Warren (Jae) and numerous family and friends. Family will receive friends on Monday May 17, 2021 from 5:00...

Lester McArthur Whitted, Jr., age 52, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at his home. He was born May 14, 1968 to the union of Lester and Janise Parker Whitted, Sr. He attended Alcoa City Schools where he played football, basketball and ran track. In the last years of his life he came to Christ. Lester is preceded in death by his mother, grandparents and in-laws. Lester is survived by his father, Lester Whitted Sr. of North Carolina; wife, Brandy Whitted, Alcoa, TN; brother, James Parker, Nashville, TN; sisters, Lisa Whitted, Knoxville, TN, Tracy Whitted, Knoxville, TN and Bridget Curtis Whitted; sons, Na'dyan Foulks, Jeremiah Whitted, Lester Whitted, III; daughters, Mikayla Evanish,...

William Fernando Coffin departed this life Wednesday, May 5, 2021, when God whispered his name at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. Fernando, as he was affectionately called, was born to the late William Lloyd and Mary Louise (Carr) Coffin in Maryville, TN, on June 25, 1953. Fernando accepted Christ at the tender age of 12 years old under the guidance of Rev. H. R. Burge at St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Fernando retired in 2018 from Arconic/Alcoa Aluminum Company with over 25 years of service. After retirement, Fernando was able to become more involved in his church. He participated in Bible Study, was a member of the Men's Ministry, and a Co-Chair of the Trustee...

KACY ANN HILL HARVEY, born April 24, 1978, passed from life to death on May 1, 2021. She enjoyed listening to music, reading, getting together with friends and playing with her grand-daughter. Her work history was limited after being diagnosed with blood clotting disorder and being injured and a severe car accident several years ago. For 21 years, Kacy spent many months and weeks in hospitals and nursing homes - missing many birthday and holiday celebrations but when she was well, she enjoyed life to the fullest. She was preceded in death by her father, Authur "Sonny Boy" Hill; mother, Margie Hall; grandparents, Cora Lee and Chester Mitchell; brother, Wm. Lamarr Hill; sister,...

Luther Wayne Kennedy passed away Saturday, April 17, 2021. Luther was born April 18, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois. He was a graduate of Everett High School Preceded in death by wife; Wendy Kennedy; Grandparents; Preston (Idessa) Wright and William (Willene) Wright; Parents; William (Bernice) Kennedy Survived by devoted sister Christa Kennedy Carr; daughters; Donita "Neat" (Johnny) Simmons, Yolanda "Sissy" (Travis) Woods, Sonya "Teasy" Knox, Meagan (Brad) Cornett; Son, Jonathan Kennedy; Bonus daughters, Kristin Hubler and Kendra Evans. Grandchildren; Dana (Cameron) McCluskey, Michael Williams, Renice (Davi'd) Heard, Jeremee Sullivan, Rianna (Larenz) Winford, Alexis Sullivan, Geoffrey...

Mildred Helena Pride-Bostick, age 78, went home to be with the Lord Friday, April 16, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lavern Bostick and brother, Alvin Pride. She leaves to mourn: Mother, Mrs. Inez Stevens; son, Lavern Jr. (Carole) Bostick; sister, Willie E. Brown; brothers Jasper (Bernice) Pride, Charles (Margaret) Pride; sister/cousin Anne McKissick; devoted caretakers, Curtis Pride and niece, LaCrishia Pride, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives in Tennessee and South Carolina. Family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday April 22, 2021 with funeral service to follow at Foothills Funeral Home, Maryville. MASK and Social Distancing required....

Mildred Helena Pride-Bostick, age 78, went home to be with the Lord Friday, April 16, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lavern Bostick and brother, Alvin Pride. She leaves to mourn: Mother, Mrs. Inez Stevens; son, Lavern Jr. (Carole) Bostick; sister, Willie E. Brown; brothers Jasper (Bernice) Pride, Charles (Margaret) Pride; sister/cousin Anne McKissick; devoted caretakers, Curtis Pride and niece, LaCrishia Pride, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives in Tennessee and South Carolina. Family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday April 22, 2021 with funeral service to follow at Foothills Funeral Home, Maryville. MASK and Social Distancing required....

Ronald L. Reed Ward, known by many as Ron or Ronnie, was called to his eternal home on Tuesday, April 13th 2021. He was born on February 6, 1951 to the union of James Alfred Reed and Trula Mae Barton Reed. Ron was known for his many wonderful talents in the industry of Music. He loved all types of music and could play any music placed before him. He was also a great vocalist with a voice that sounded so melodiously, it made your heart fill instantly with Joy! As an avid musician, Ron played for many Rock band groups, soloists, Quartets and Church Choirs in Alcoa, Knoxville and Nashville, TN, where he resided for 30 or more years. He began an as Pianist at a very young age at Rest Haven...

On Monday, April 12, 2021, Pauline Elizabeth Garner, a loving nana and mother, passed away peacefully at the age of 86. Pauline was born in Maryville, Tennessee to Helen and George "Dutch" Sparks on January 31, 1935. Pauline and her husband, Lyle Garner, raised two beautiful children, Linda and Larry Garner. Pauline retired from Levi Strauss & Co. Upon retirement, Pauline spent her days going to every yard sale in Blount County with her sister, Wilma. Pauline also devoted her time to caring for others in their home as a caregiver. Pauline dedicated her entire life to her family. Pauline was an amazing mother and grandmother. She had a very special bond with her granddaughter, LeCha, who...

Virginia Leon Carson Suggs 82 of Maryville died April 1, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital. Graveside service will be Thursday April 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Pecks Memorial Cemetery, Maryville. Final arrangements entrusted to Foothills Funeral Home, Maryville. www.foothillsfh.com

Clifford Goins sunrise September 28,1934, sunset March 27, 2021. Born to the late John Alfred Goins and Flora Green Goins of Maryville, TN. He was one of nine children born from that union. Johnny Alice Goins Scruggs, Roy Lee Goins, Clarence Goins, Charles Floyd Goins, Hazel Irene Goins Mail, Leonard Goins, Kenneth Goins (all deceased); sister-in-law Lillian Goins, Curlee Goins Barbara Judge. Clifford leaves to mourn: His loving wife Virginia Quaranta Goins (Maryville, TN), son's Clifford Eugene Goins (Providence, RI), Russell Wimbley (Alcoa, TN), Mark Wimbley (Alcoa, TN), Ryan Wimbley (deceased), Gwendolyn Eileen Ivey (Maricopa, AZ), Robert Hines (Raleigh, NC), Adopted children Ridge...

Andrea Michelle White, from Louisville, TN, daughter of James and Anita White entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 14, 2021. Andrea was born in Maryville, TN. She loved spending time with family and friends, as well as watching the Golden Girls in her spare time. She is survived by her son, Dorian White, and her siblings Kevin White and Alicia White Prezzy. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, March 20 at Sherwood Memorial Gardens @ 11:00AM. Viewing of the body will be held on Friday, March 19 at Foothill's Funeral Home from 4:00-6:00PM.

In Loving Memory Lee McCoy Earls Sunrise January 15, 1942 Sunset March 13, 2021 Lee McCoy (Lema) Earls, 79, transitioned to her Heavenly home on March 13, 2021. Lema was born and raised in Alcoa Tennessee and graduated salutatorian from Charles M. Hall High School. She is preceded in death by her mother Lorene Baker, father John S. Earls, step-father Roy C. Baker, aunt Betty McGhee, uncles Charles Randy, James Bubby, John and Karl Kelly Lenoir. She leaves behind rejoicing in her life her son Renwick Earls Sr, daughter Devika (Cleveland)Harville, grandchildren Aqueellah Shareef, Neil Smith, James Montray Earls, Renwick EarlsJr., Mackenzie Harville, and Cleveland Harville III,...

In Loving Memory Lee McCoy Earls Sunrise January 15, 1942 Sunset March 13, 2021 Lee McCoy (Lema) Earls, 79, transitioned to her Heavenly home on March 13, 2021. Lema was born and raised in Alcoa Tennessee and graduated salutatorian from Charles M. Hall High School. She is preceded in death by her mother Lorene Baker, father John S. Earls, step-father Roy C. Baker, aunt Betty McGhee, uncles Charles Randy, James Bubby, John and Karl Kelly Lenoir. She leaves behind rejoicing in her life her son Renwick Earls Sr, daughter Devika (Cleveland)Harville, grandchildren Aqueellah Shareef, Neil Smith, James Montray Earls, Renwick EarlsJr., Mackenzie Harville, and Cleveland Harville III,...

Johnny Lee Wilson, Sr., age 78, of Alcoa, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at his home in Alcoa. He was born July 22, 1942 in Madison County, GA and moved to Alcoa with his parents, Willie B. and Mary Wilson at an early age. He was a graduate of Charles M. Hall School, served in the Military and was a retiree of K25, Oak Ridge, TN, where he received awards for his service while working there. Johnny was a brick mason, story- teller, an avid writer and a published poet. His poem "The Law on Rape" was recently viewed by millions via Zoom, thanks to Linda Goss, the "Official Storyteller" for the city of Philadelphia and published by the Moonstone Publishing Black Lives Matter...

James "Romie" Christopher Tyson, 40, departed this life on February 3, 2021 in his home. James never met a stranger and was loved by many. He made it his mission to help others and to ensure no one left his presence without him departing a philosophic word of wisdom first. James attended Alcoa High School and later earned his C.N.A. license, which further served as a testament to his desire to care for others. James was a man of many talents. He loved to share his creative written expressions with family and friends. Proceeded in death by Nancy Tyson (Mother), James and Ernestine Lindsey, Sr. (Grandparents), Willie and Carolyn Mitchell (Aunt & Uncle). He is survived by wife, Christianne...

James "Romie" Christopher Tyson, 40, departed this life on February 3, 2021 in his home. Survived in death by father, siblings, children, and a host of family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 13th, 2021 at Foothills Funeral Home. The receiving of family and friends is from 12 PM - 1 PM with the service to follow. Final arrangements entrusted to Foothills Funeral Home. www.foothillsfh.com

Nikita Monique Kennedy Nunez, born February 23, 1991, tragically passed on January 31, 2021 to be with her father Antonio Donte' Carr, grandfather Victor Kennedy and sister Marcia Crider. She leaves to mourn her passing, 4 beautiful children, Akiriyon Gilmore, Zyriyon Kennedy, Sire and Bella Nunez. Mother Angela (Dewayne) Williams, devoted grandmother Jackie Corpening, Brothers Antonio Donte' Jr. and Christopher Crider, Sisters, Renee Crider, Briana Joiner, devoted friend LaShonda Jackson. A Host of aunts, uncles and cousins too numerous to name. She was a graduate of Alcoa high school and was pursuing a career in the dental field. Nikita was a dear friend and was loved by all that knew...