Knoxville, Tennessee
Lynn Allen West
1935 — 2024
Lynn Allen West died peacefully at home following a lengthy illness on Tuesday, January 16, 2023. He was born June 20, 1935, to parents, Roy and Marjorie West. His family moved to Wartburg where he spent most of his youth. Lynn graduated from Central High School where he played football for the undefeated Bulldogs coached by the legendary Homer Rice. He proudly served in the United States Air Force before graduating from DeVry University. Lynn is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Norman, and daughter, Kathy Lasley. He is survived by his wife, Portia Yankee West; son, Gary (Patti) Michael West; daughter, Dr. Morna Christian-Staffel; several grandchildren and great grandchildren;...