Berry-Lynnhurst Funeral Home

Mary Evelyn Rogers Sexton, 74, of Powell, TN, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, November 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Clarence Sexton. She is survived by her two sons, Shannon (Kristi) Sexton and Matthew (Rhonda) Sexton; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Evelyn is also deeply mourned by a host of students, church members, and friends whose lives she touched with her kindness, prayer, and encouragement. Evelyn was born on December 19, 1949, in Maryville, Tennessee, to Alvie and Lucille Rogers. After the tragic death of her father when she was just five years old, Evelyn and her older brother, Charles, were...

Hal Moore Huggins, Jr., 89, of Southport, NC passed away on October 31, 2024. He served in the US army reaching the rank of Sergeant E5. Hal was a member of First Baptist Church in Maiden, NC. Previously, they were members of First Baptist Church in Graham, NC where he was a deacon and Sunday School teacher. Preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Patricia Jo Tillery Huggins; son, John Alan Huggins, his parents and a sister. Survived by son, Joe Huggins and wife Debbie of Southport, NC; two daughters, Joan Shannon and husband, John of Saxapahaw, NC and Jane Endicott and husband, Eric of Sanford, FL; four grandchildren, Thomas Huggins, Jack Huggins, Samuel Endicott, and Elizabeth...

Gwendolyn Kirk, age 80, of Dandridge, TN, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, June 20, 2024. The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 4 -6 PM at Andover Community Church, 4216 Nicholas Rd, Appalachia, VA 24216. Funeral service will follow at 6PM. Interment will be 1 PM Thursday, June 27, 2024 at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 5901 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berrylynnhurst.com for the Kirk family.

George Henry Burgess, Jr., age 68, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at North Knoxville Medical Center. He was surrounded by his loving family as he transitioned from this life to his eternal home. He retired from KUB after 35 years of service. George enjoyed coaching soccer with the AYSO Region 337. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, loved television oldies and caring for his fur baby, Deuce. George was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife, Patricia Burgess and daughter, Amy Carter. Survived by sons, Derrick (Jenny) Carter-Burgess, David Carter, Philip Cain (Lisa) of South Carolina; and daughter, Annie Carter; grandchildren, Isaiah and Mitchell...

Michael Parke Torgeson, age 79 went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 26, 2024. He was a proud US Navy veteran. Mike was preceded in death by father, Robert Alvin Torgeson. He is survived by son, Michael P. Torgeson, II and daughter-in-law, Jennifer L. Torgeson; granddaughter, Sarah E. Torgeson; grandson, Jake E. Torgeson and wife, Rachel V. Torgeson; great grandson, John M. Torgeson; great granddaughter, Abigail J. Torgeson. Graveside service will take place at Lynnhurst Cemetery, Monday, March 4th at 3pm meeting at the graveside at 2:45pm. Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home, 2300 W. Adair Dr. Knoxville, TN 37918 (865) 689-8888. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com.

Michael Conner Seepe, age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024. Mike was a 1969 graduate of The Baylor School. He attended Chattanooga State Community College and University of Tennessee Chattanooga. Mike retired from The Southern Company as a nuclear safety specialist. Mike loved watching college football with his family and was always reliable for a laugh. He placed a high value on his family and will be fondly remembered by his spouse and family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick William Seepe, Jr. and Elizabeth Dean Conner. Mike leaves behind his loving wife of 15 years, Belinda Ann Wilson Jackson-Seepe (Knoxville, TN); brother, Edwin...

Michael Conner Seepe, age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024. Mike was a 1969 graduate of The Baylor School. He attended Chattanooga State Community College and University of Tennessee Chattanooga. Mike retired from The Southern Company as a nuclear safety specialist. Mike enjoyed watching college football with his family and was always reliable for a laugh with a colorful play-by-play. He placed a high value on all this family spread across four states and will be remembered by them with much love. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick William Seepe, Jr. and Elizabeth Dean Conner. Mike leaves behind his loving wife of 15 years, Belinda Ann...

Dr. Clarence Sexton, 75, of Powell, TN went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Since 1967, He faithfully served the Lord. He is survived by wife, Evelyn Sexton; sons, Shannon (Kristi) Sexton and Matt (Rhonda) Sexton; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Born October 10, 1948, in Selma, AL, Clarence was the oldest of 4 siblings; Tommy, Katherine and Sheila. Clarence's parents divorced when he was 12. His father, Preston Thomas Sexton, died 2 years later. Clarence's mother, Ruby Lee Sexton, had a profound influence on his life. When Clarence was 14, he began attending the First Baptist Church in Maryville, TN. A short time later, Clarence Sexton...

Dr. Clarence Sexton, 75, of Powell, TN went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Since 1967, He faithfully served the Lord. He and his wife, Evelyn Rogers Sexton, have two sons; Shannon (Kristi) Sexton and Matt (Rhonda) Sexton; six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. In the many opportunities God gave him, Clarence endeavored to commit what God taught him to faithful men and women "who shall be able to teach others also" (II Timothy 2:2). Born on October 10, 1948, at the Baptist Hospital in Selma, AL, Clarence was the oldest of four children, including Tommy, Katherine, and Sheila. After moving nineteen times before Clarence reached the third...

Peggy Averitt Endicott, age 78, of Knoxville, Tennessee joined her family in Heaven on Monday, October 16, 2023. She was a devout Christian. Peggy graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. During her career, she worked many places including Whirlpool Corporation for 15 years before leaving to care for her family. Peggy loved life. She was an advocate for all animals serving through the ASPCA, Wildlife Reserve and many others. Peggy sent out cards for every occasion to those she loved. In her younger years, she was a member of the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club and enjoyed being outdoors in nature. Peggy will truly be missed by all who knew...

Peggy Averitt Endicott, age 78, of Knoxville, Tennessee joined her family in Heaven on Monday, October 16, 2023. She was a devout Christian. Peggy graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. During her career, she worked many places including Whirlpool Corporation for 15 years before leaving to care for her family. Peggy loved life. She was an advocate for all animals serving through the ASPCA, Wildlife Reserve and many others. Peggy sent out cards for every occasion to those she loved. In her younger years, she was a member of the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club and enjoyed being outdoors in nature. Peggy will truly be missed by all who know...

Clyde Chandler Harper, age 83, passed away in Knoxville, TN on Friday, August 25, 2023. Clyde was born July 11, 1940 in Cleveland, Mississippi. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with a bachelor's degree in accounting and served in the U.S. Navy as a radarman. He retired as a Financial Advisor for Edward Jones in Maquoketa, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters. Clyde is survived by his two daughters, Kathryn A. Harper of Kokomo, Indiana and Diana L. Davis of Knoxville, Tennessee; his four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A celebration of life open house will be held at The Brewery at 110 S Main Street, Suite A in Maquoketa on...

Randel "Todd" Walker, age 54, of Maryville, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023 at UT Medical Center after suffering from a short battle with cancer. Todd was a graduate of West High School where he played multiple sports. He was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. Todd really enjoyed his time on the lake. He was preceded in death by mother, Barbara Walker. Todd is survived by his father, Robert Walker; sister, Sheree Burcham; brothers, Kim (Shelia) Walker and Scott (Becky) Walker; aunt, Marie Cranford; nieces and nephews, Heather (Scott) Blair, Leslie (Brian) Weigel, Kristen (Dustin) Vincent, Joshua Walker and several great nieces, great nephews and cousins. The family wishes...

James "Jim" Walter Ausmus, age 86, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 13, 2023. He was a longtime member of Second United Methodist Church. Jim and his beloved wife, Marjorie, served as youth counselors at SUMC. Jim worked as a Finance Manager with Rodgers Cadillac before going to work with Jim and Joe Clayton in management at Clayton Motors and Clayton Mobile Homes in 1969. Jim opened the Clayton Sales Center in Greeneville, TN in 1973 and enjoyed his 40 plus year career with the Clayton Homes "Family" until his retirement. In his early years, Jim built his own drag race cars and raced them, winning many races. He was a member of the Hillbillies...

Wayne Mark Doster, Jr., age 58, of Powell, Tennessee passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his family. Wayne was a beloved husband. His wife, Jo, was the love of his life and his rock. He was a father, father-in-love and grandfather but his favorite people called him, "Pops". He never met anyone he didn't connect with and befriended most he met. Wayne was admired by all for his sense of humor, optimism and strong will to live. As a child, Wayne raced go karts nationwide for 11 years. He competed against much bigger race teams and had two top five finishes in Grand National Championships and two wins in Winter National Championships. Wayne faithfully worked for...

Gene Woodward Money, age 93, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023. Gene was born in Knoxville, TN. Gene was a 1947 graduate of Knoxville High School before enlisting in the Army in the division of Counter Intelligence Corp, stationed in Japan. After serving his country for two years, he returned home to his wife and his first son. He made a career in agricultural feed and supplements, employed by Security Feeds, ConAgra, and Music City Supplements. He kept very busy after retirement by volunteering his time to Habitat for Humanity as board Vice-president helping build 27 houses during his tenure and starting a Habitat Restore in McMinnville. Gene was very active in his...

Richard Augustus Baker, 95. On 14 April 2023 Richard Augustus Baker, 95, stepped out into eternity. Richard, who had made his home in Knoxville, TN for almost 70 years, was a patient at Tennova North at the time of his death. Richard was a Deacon at Beaver Dam Baptist Church having been a member for 55 years; he taught Sunday School for 52 of those years. He served in the US Army from 1946 to 1947 after which he attended VPI. He began his career as a salesman in the late 1950s with VitaCraft before moving to medical products. He received the President's Award from Brunswick in 1977. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Dee and Margie (Lambert) Baker; five brothers, David,...

Constance D. Gibbs, born December 27, 1924 in Cromona, Kentucky, passed away January 11, 2023 in Franklin, Tennessee. She worked at South Central Bell telephone Company for 32 years. Constance was a member of West Franklin Baptist Church. Preceded in death by spouse, Elmer Gibbs; parents, Henry Clay Durham and Violet Durham (Woodard); grandson, Will Gibbs; brothers, Clay and Ken Durham. Survived by sons, Dana Gibbs (Elizabeth), Timothy, Sanford (Rebecca); grandchildren, Shelly Zabel (Ken), Tara Ward (Jimmy), Curcha Marks (Tim), Leslie Moore (Josh), Cortney Carnathan, Caleb Gibbs (Kerstyn); sisters, Jean Ball, Veronica Blanton; 15 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren. The...

Jewell Lynn Cox, age 95 of Knoxville, TN went to her eternal home on the morning of October 31, 2022. While she will be missed by many, we are thankful that she is again in the arms of her beloved husband and cherished son. Jewell married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, George Cox in December of 1949. They spent 50 years happily married and had 4 children whom they were so incredibly proud of. Jewell dedicated her whole life to her family and was very active in church and her children's school activities. She was a member of Emerald Avenue United Methodist Church. Jewell had a beautiful smile and a light in her eyes that touched everyone she met. Her family will always...

Barbara Ann Walker, age 85, of Greenback, Tennessee passed away peacefully on the morning of September 3, 2022 at Shannondale Health Care Center in Maryville, Tennessee. Barbara had dementia and other health issues but gracefully transitioned to God's care. Barbara was born on October 27, 1936, to Harold and Cynthia Orean Reynolds in Troy, N.C. She was a beloved wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Barbara always had a beautiful smile for everyone and looked forward to family gatherings and friends over. From an early age, she had a passion for cooking, gardening, canning, sewing, quilting and crafts. After staying at home and helping raise four beautiful kids, she...

Lisa Gail Davis, age 60, of North Knoxville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 3, 2022 surrounded by her family. Lisa was born in Morristown, Tennessee and graduated in 1979 from Morristown Hamblen West and graduated Carson-Newman College in 1983 with a degree in Accounting. Lisa was lifelong employee with the family business at Morristown Automatic Sprinkler. Lisa was a member and servant leader at Mount Olive Baptist Church where she faithfully loved all the little children. Lisa tirelessly served as sunday school director with the Montgomery Village Baptist Center. Lisa accepted Jesus when she was eight years old and was baptised at Grace Baptist Church, Morristown. She loved...