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Alice Moser Sutherland Pryor, born March 11, 1934, died peacefully September 22, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. She is predeceased by her parents Mary Sizer Moser Sutherland Iddins and Adam Whitaker Sutherland, her brother Ian Duncan Whitaker Sutherland and her stepfather James F. Iddins. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, F. Dennis Pryor, Jr., children Mary Alice Lyon (Bruce) of Wilmette, IL, Amy Colton (Overton) of Nashville, TN, F. Dennis Pryor, III (Val) of Raleigh, NC and Helen Arnold (Stephen) of Knoxville, Tennessee; grandchildren Amy Lyon of Chicago, IL, Walt Lyon (Mari) of Chicago, IL, Maggie Lyon of Chicago IL, Will Colton (Alexis) of Lancaster, MA, Jesse Colton of...

Julian B. Wall Jr., age 60, entered his Heavenly home and was received into the Presence of His Lord on September 11, 2022. He was a burning and shining light for His Lord and loved his family, his church, making people smile, fishing and drumming and making music for Jesus. After relocating to Bulls Gap in 2020, he was a faithful member of Crossroads Assembly of God, where he served on the Media team. Prior to this move, he attended and faithfully served at Eternal Life Harvest Center in Knoxville, TN, where he served as an Elder. He took this position very seriously and lived to tell other about Jesus. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather who led his family in service and...

Michael Scott Teets, born April 10, 1947, died peacefully at his home in Jefferson City, TN, at the age of 75 on September 9, 2022. Michael Scott lived an active, full life as a lifelong learner, spouse, friend, uncle, brother, and son. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ellis and Marie Teets, parents-in-law Hancell (Jake) and Mildred Teets, and his sister-in-law Judy Kepple. He is survived by his spouse of 53 years, Sharon T. Teets, as well as by his longtime friend and brother-in-law, Ronald Kepple of Shepherdstown, WV, two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Shepherd (Don) of Evergreen, Colorado, and Martha Reish (Merlin) of Dayton, Va., and one brother Mark Teets (LaDeana) of Aurora, WV. He...

Mary Margaret Crawford Gombert, 92, was carried by the angels into the arms of her Lord Jesus at 9:50 am, September 6, 2022. She passed away peacefully at her home with family by her bedside. She was born on February 18, 1930 to Hugh and Anna Crawford on the 285 acre family farm on Chucky Pike. She was the sixth of eight children in the family. She was always so proud of her heritage and enjoyed sharing the rich connection and longevity of the Crawford family in the state of Tennessee. Her most important values were her faith, family, and the community. After graduating from Jefferson City High School in 1948, she attended National Business College in Knoxville, TN. Mary became an...

William George Rabenstein, age 91, of Jefferson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. Will was born in Cheviot, Ohio, to William Charles and Frances Rabenstein, and was the youngest of three children. While attending the University of Cincinnati, Will co-opted at Warner Elevator Company. After graduating in Electrical Engineering, he worked for that company and then for Weston Instruments. Later, in Atlanta, he formed a company, Rep, Inc., with the late Howard Gilliland, and soon added Jim Roney and Jack Chaney of Huntsville, Alabama as partners. Together they also started Resistacap and Cniper. Will retired as President in 1984...

William George Rabenstein, age 91, of Jefferson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside on Tuesday, August 30, 2022. Will was born in Cheviot, Ohio, to William Charles and Frances Rabenstein, and was the youngest of three children. While attending the University of Cincinnati, Will co-opted at Warner Elevator Company. After graduating in Electrical Engineering, he worked for that company and then for Weston Instruments. Later, in Atlanta, he formed a company, Rep, Inc., with the late Howard Gilliland, and soon added Jim Roney and Jack Chaney of Huntsville, Alabama as partners. Together they also started Resistacap and Cniper. Will retired as President in 1984...

WILLIAM ARLEY (DEWEY) BEARD III, age 57, of Knoxville, TN and longtime resident of Strawberry Plains, TN passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 21,2022 at his residence in Knoxville. He was a member of the 79th New York "Highlanders"; Kyle Masonic Lodge #422 F&AM, Lakeway Civil War Preservation Association, General Longstreet Museum, and Knoxville Civil War Roundtable. His many personal accomplishments include acting/singing (UT and Knoxville Opera Companies, Dollywood, Encore Theater); Historian (appearances on the History Channel, PBS, The Heartland Series, local tours) along with invited lectures (local colleges and high schools). Dewey was also a published historical author...

Lillie Crooke Higgins, age 93 of Jefferson City, TN passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Morristown Hamblen Hospital. Lillie was a member of First United Methodist Church of Jefferson City and was a devoted Sunday School teacher for many years. She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Beatrice Hickman Crooke and husband, William Allen Higgins Sr. Lillie is survived by her children, Allen Higgins and wife Julie, Cathi Howell and fiance Odell Morton, Nancy Farris and husband Johnny Wayne and Trish Bowman and husband Randy; grandchildren, Deanna Gooch and husband Matthew, Jason Farris and wife Erin, Rebecca Felix and husband Jonathan and Kathryn Higgins; great grandchildren, John...

EUGENE PRESCITI, age 78, of Jefferson City, TN went home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, wonderful loving father, grandfather, beloved uncle, brother and friend. He devoted his life to many children who came into his home to live. He was loved by all who knew him. He was also retired from the Department of Energy. Preceded in death by his parents, Victor Presciti Sr. and Marjorie Aumick Presciti Trevana; daughter, Marjorie Lea Presciti; brother, Victor Presciti, Jr.; step-father, William Trevena. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Susan Vanderhoff Presciti; children, Dawn Presciti, Gina White, Eugene...

Lauren Nicole Matijevich A unique and special light was brought into the world on January 22, 1977. Lauren passed away peacefully at age 45 on May 31, 2022, and we praise God that she is now free from all the constraints of this life. Despite multiple handicaps that left her without the ability to speak or walk, she touched the lives of all who met her. Her sweet smile and expressive eyes conveyed true love for those around her. Lauren enjoyed swimming, boating, traveling in her RV, talking, and playing games on her eye gaze computer, and most of all being with the family and friends who loved her so dearly. We thank God for her life and all the joy that she brought to our family. It was...

Diane Lee McCall Wilson, age 78, of Strawberry Plains, TN, passed away at 12:14 p.m., Friday, May 13, 2022 at her residence. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Bertha McCall, nephew, Bart McCall, sister-in law, Brenda McCall and former husband, Joe Ray Wilson. She is survived by her son, Taft (Desirea) Wilson, daughter, Peyton Wilson, grandchildren, Michael, Tegan, and Camille, brother, Wayne McCall, sister, Charlotte Bounds, cousin and best friend, Betty Jo Miller, several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was a very sweet lady who will be missed by all who knew her. Friends may call at their...

PAMELA S. "PAM" FARRAR, age 73 of Dandridge, TN passed away suddenly Saturday, May 7, 2022. She was born October 5, 1948, to the late Roy E. "Toad" Farrar and Helen "Pinky" Ward Farrar. Pam was a 1966 graduate of Maury High School and a 1970 graduate of East Tennessee State University where she was a member of the Delta Zeta Sorority and the E.T.S.U. Marching Drill Team. Following graduation, she began her 36 years of teaching English and Language Arts at Morristown Junior High, Meadowview Middle School and Jefferson Co. High School. Pam was active in the Dandridge community that she loved dearly and served on the Dandridge City Council with over 20 years of service. She was so proud to...

RAY M. CATE, age 84, of Knoxville, TN passed away Saturday, March 19, 2022. He previously worked for C. B. Atkins Company, Oak Ridge Roofing Company, and retired from KCDC in the roofing department. He was a member of West Side Baptist Church. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Perry and Ida Cate; six sisters, and six brothers. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Cate; son, David Cate (Becky); step-daughters, Robin Hurst (Dan), Penny Parsons; step-son, Greg Kiser; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Monday; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation of family and friends will be from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2022...

DONALD EDWARD FINCHUM, 93, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Don was born in 1928 in Strawberry Plains, TN and lived his entire life in the Beaver Creek community. He had been a member of Beaver Creek Baptist Church since 1930, serving faithfully as a deacon and trustee. Don is preceded in death by his son, Lynn Finchum; parents, A. L. and Grace Witt Finchum; sister, Trula Mae and brother-in-law, Roy Bolinger (Pembroke, KY); brothers-in-law, Keith Mae, Joe Evans, Bill Hodges, W. T. French and Teazer and Mary Ann French. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Phyllis French Finchum; daughter, Patti Black; son-in-law, David Black; and granddaughter, Sara...

JOHN THOMAS "TOM" TIPPIT, JR., age 84, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022. He was employee of Appalachian Electric Cooperative for 50 years, a member of the First United Church of Jefferson City, and was a veteran of the Army National Guard. Preceded in death by his parents, John Thomas Tippit, Sr. and Rebekah "Vaughan" Tippit. He is survived by his wife, Judy Jones Tippit; son and daughter-in-law, Brian Tippit (Misty); daughter and son-in-law, Shannon McBride (Brad); grandchildren, Bryce and Megan Tippit, Drew, Hayden and Jenny Kate McBride; sister, Ann Robinson (Ronald); brother, Tilden Tippit ( Patti); and several nieces and nephews. A special thank you...

CAROLYN DYER WILLIAMS, age 59, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022. She was a member of Rutledge Pike Missionary Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents, Sammie and Jeanette Dyer, brothers, Jeff, Wayne, and Ricky Dyer. Survived by her husband of 37 years, Billy Williams; daughters, Tiffany McLemore Thomas, Alicia Turner Whaley, and Angel Desteny Miller; sisters, Deborah Dyer (Stanley Bansky), and Kim Ellis (Eddie); grandsons, Jeffrey and Jacob Carter, and Bryson Whaley; granddaughters, Katelyn Coward and Jayden Allen; aunt, Mary Lou Lord; several special nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 17 at...

Jordan Clarke Hillard, 35, of Corryton, TN passed away February 9th, 2022, at his home. He was born in Knoxville, TN to Freddy and Kathy Hillard. He graduated from Gibbs High School and earned an Associate Degree from Fountainhead College of Technology and worked as a Data Technician upon graduation. He is survived by his mother, Kathy Hillard; father, Freddy Hillard; brother Cliff Hillard, and sister-in-law Lacey Hillard. He had several cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Jordan was known for his bright, fun-loving personality and the way he easily loved others. It did not matter if you were poor or the wealthiest person in the world, Jordan did not see differences and his love knew no...

Martha Virginia Bowman Wilson, age 94, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022, in her hometown of Jefferson City, TN. She was a doting wife, mother, grandmother, mentor, teacher, and friend. She was born in Memphis, TN to J.C. and Bess Bowman. After losing both of her parents at the age of 10, Martha and her brother, Jim, moved to Amory, MS, where they were raised by their Aunt Nan. Martha attended college at the University of Mississippi, where she earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees. It was at Ole Miss where she met Bobby at a Sadie Hawkins dance. She and Bobby were married after graduation in 1950, and she started teaching in the public schools of Canton and Greenwood, MS. They...

John Carroll Burgin, 90, entered eternal rest on February 7, 2022. He died at his home in Jefferson City, Tennessee. John was born in White Pine, Tennessee on January 7, 1932 and was married to Emily Dance Burgin for 56 years prior to Emily's passing in 2014. John served as an Airman First Class in the United States Air Force from October 1952 to September 1956. He was initially stationed at Keesler Air Force Base, where he sang in the Keesler Male Chorus. In 1955, he transferred to the Royal Air Force Station in Alconbury, England, where he performed in Huntingdon Music Makers Club productions, receiving a commendation from the Base Commander for his "exceptional performance both on...

Gladys Fay Loveday, age 82, of New Market, TN and formerly of Knoxville, TN passed away on February 3, 2022. She was born September 13, 1939 to Lester and Lula Pruitt. Preceded in death by her parents; and son, Benny Moore, and daughters, Robin Moore and Cindy Harden. Survived by loving husband of 25 years, Troy Loveday; children, Ron Moore, Paula Owens (Steven); stepson, Bobby Loveday (Jolee); grandchildren, Brandy Marcoux, Leslie Moore, Sara Pimentel (Haroll), Patti Neeley, Magen Duggar, April Hayes (Joe), Lee Ann Moore, Michael and Corey Settle, Andrew Owens (Jaimie), Jacob Owens (Megan). Jennifer and Jason Loveday; sister, Pat Seymour; and a host of great and great-great...

Gladys Fay Loveday, age 82, of New Market, TN and formerly of Knoxville, TN passed away on February 2, 2022. She was born September 13, 1939 to Lester and Lula Pruitt. Preceded in death by her parents; and son, Benny Moore, and daughters, Robin Moore and Cindy Harden. Survived by loving husband of 25 years, Troy Loveday; children, Ron Moore, Paula Owens (Steven); stepson, Bobby Loveday (Jolee); grandchildren, Brandy Marcoux, Leslie Moore, Sara Pimentel (Haroll), Patti Neeley, Magen Duggar, April Hayes (Joe), Lee Ann Moore, Michael and Corey Settle, Andrew Owens (Jaimie), Jacob Owens (Megan). Jennifer and Jason Loveday; sister, Pat Seymour; and a host of great and great-great...