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Edward Lee West - October 10, 1965 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Edward Lee West, a proud Mississippian, passed away peacefully at the age of 58. Born and raised in Mississippi, he cherished his roots and was a true embodiment of Southern hospitality. Edward's love for his state was only rivaled by his love for his country, as seen through his dedicated service in the US Army. An avid sportsman, Edward found joy in playing softball, bowling, and grilling delicious meals for his loved ones. His skills as an electrician were well-known, and he took great pride in his work. A true jack of all trades, there was nothing Edward couldn't fix or build. Above all, Edward valued time spent with his family, often enjoying the outdoors or simply relaxing on his porch, admiring nature's beauty. His warm smile and kind heart will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Edward West leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family and country.

He was preceded in death by his father, George West.

He is survived by his children, Josh West (Mary), Candace Browning (Matthew), Mikey West (Amanda), Chandler West, and Braxton West; mother, Dora; sisters, Doris Smith and Paula Pace; brother, Carl West; 12 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; 3 nephews; 2 nieces; and other extended family and friends.

Family and friends will meet Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Pathways Church for an 11AM funeral service with Dr. Keith Thornton officiating. Cremation arrangements made by Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville.

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Douglas "Doug" Allen Knotts - March 01, 1958 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Douglas “Doug” Allen Knotts, age 66 of Sevierville, TN (formerly of Old Fort, TN), passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Doug enjoyed sending time with family and friends and attending Connect Church. He loved to travel, especially visiting historical places and every Air Force base museum. He loved exploring the beach and mountains and building model planes and rockets.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Faye Knotts; parents Fletcher and Myrna Knotts; grandparents Channing and Inez (Monroe) Knotts, Millard and Josie (Tooley) Adkins; and brother Ken Knotts.

Survivors include his wife Joan Kite Knotts; beloved son David Kite (Radonna); beloved daughters Whitney Kite Ledbetter (Edward), Rebecca Nipper Fugate (Taylor); his grandchildren Conner Ledbetter, Ethan Ledbetter, Kade Kite, Charles Fugate and James Fugate. In addition, he is survived by his sister Margie Baeumel (Keith); sister-in-law Connie Knotts; brother-in-law Brian Johnson (Sandy); sister-in-law Cynthia Geisel (Bill); as well as nieces and nephews Allen, Nathan, Mandy, Dakota, Micah, Keira, Allie, Joel, Hunter, Bryson, Nate, Drew, Dan, Ben, Dave, Josh, Adam and Steve Wood, his Air Force best friend.

Memorial donations may be made to Gideon’s International.

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Jacqueline "Jackie" Parsons Reed - December 14, 1940 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Jacqueline Parsons “Jackie” Reed, age 83 of Sevierville, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024.

She was a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church and enjoyed helping and volunteering with church bake sales and fundraisers. Jackie graduated from Sevier County High School in 1958 and later Knoxville Business College. She worked as a secretary for many Sevierville attorneys. She worked longest for Charlie Johnson at Johnson, Murrell and Associates, where she met and made many friends. After retirement, she worked in the deli at Food City in Sevierville.

Jackie loved her church family and friends and cherished her grandchildren with an undying love and affection. She enjoyed playing the organ, following in the footsteps of her mother, Ola Parsons. She also enjoyed planting flowers, gardening and quilting. She always had a huge smile on her face that lit up the room and she will be remembered by many.

Jackie is preceded in death by her husband Arthur (Jim) Reed, parents Earnest and Ola Latham Parsons, grandparents Laben and Jane Latham and brother-in-law Carlon White, and special friends Conrad and Phyllis Jett.

Survivors include her son Richard Lynn Reed; daughter Rebecca Jane Reed-Nelson and husband Billy Nelson; grandchildren Brittany Reed, Brook Lippi, Andrew Newman, Zack Newman (Kelsey); great-grandchildren Greyson Fink, Sinclair and Miles Lippi, Rock Newman and Saphire Newman. In addition, she is survived by her sister Earnestine White; niece Carlene Maples (Marvin); and special grandpuppy Honey (Cotton Top).

Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, c/o Diana Moore, 126 Pallette Lane, Seymour, TN 37865.

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Arbutie Grace Grayson - May 11, 1948 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Arbutie Grace Grayson, age 75, of Sevierville, passed April 19, 2024.

She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed going to church, especially to Bogard House of Prayer where she was a member. She loved to listen to her Gospel Music.

She was preceded in death by her father Rufus Green and her mother Laura Green; two brothers Donald Ball and Junior Ball.

She is survived by her husband Mayford Grayson; children Coy Sutton, Jeffrey Sutton (Emaline), Larry Sutton (Tammy), Arnold Grayson (Patsy), Kelly Collins (James); grandchildren Christopher Phillips, Christy Grayson, Justin Sutton, Cindal Phillips, Mary Sutton, Brandy Sutton, Rebecca Phillips, Arron Phillips, John Sutton, Ivey Sutton, Heather Grayson, Ada May Grayson; 12 great grandchildren; sisters Mary Sutton, Josie Fine, and Delcey Rayfield; brothers James Green, Stanley Green, and Rafford Green; many other loved family members.

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Frank Joseph Pilarczyk - August 21, 1938 - April 17, 2024

Departed: 04/17/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Frank ‘Chubs” Joseph Pilarczyk, age 85, of Sevierville, passed April 17, 2024.

He retired from GATX, which he dearly loved, where he was awarded Best Employee of the Year and won a trip to Hawaii. He was transferred to Cleveland Tennessee where he opened an office with GATX in Copper Hill, TN servicing rail cars as a Mobile Unit Field Foreman. He had many GATX friends with whom he continued to stay in touch including Tony, Gerard, and Leroy. He was a hard and dedicated worker. He especially loved his children and would do anything for them. Frank loved his polish food and baseball, especially the Chicago Cubs. He was a member of the St. Therese Catholic Church in Cleveland.

Frank was preceded in death by his wife Phyllis; parents Antoni and Mary Pilarczyk; siblings Stanley, Anne, Jane, Lydia, Alice, and Jimmy; children Frankie, Jr., Christine, and Lisa.

He is survived by his children Dave; grandchildren Christopher, Kyle, Joe Jr., David, Corey, Courtney; and 8 great grandchildren; and partner in life Alice.

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Bobby Adron Underwood - August 25, 1937 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Bobby Adron Underwood of Dandridge, loving husband, dad, and papaw, graduated to his heavenly home at age 86 Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, surrounded by family and friends. He was a retired mine inspector with Mine Safety and Health Administration, as well as many years with ASARCO zinc mines. He was a member of Paw Paw Hollow Baptist Church, loved the Lord and loved to sing his praises for many years with family and friends. Most recently he sang with the Scrap Iron Quartet. He will be missed by many.

He is preceded in death by parents Odell and Martha Underwood, stepmother Daisy Underwood, brother Raymond (Shirley) Underwood, brothers-in-law Kenneth Pruitt, Royce Duke, and Virgil Clifton.

Survived by wife Alice Faye Underwood, children, Bobbie (Josh) Parker, Randy (Jackie) Underwood, Larry (Linda) Underwood, Donna (Bob) Shelley. Siblings Kyle (Sandy) Underwood, Lois (Arnold) Dugger, Wanda Clifton-Duke, Betty Pruitt, Marilyn (Jim) Medley. Grandchildren Nathan Shelley, Kaley Parker, Casey Underwood, Cody (Kayla) Underwood, Weston (Jaden) Underwood, Sarah (Zakk) Nichols. Great grandchildren Brynleigh and Lachlan Underwood and Olivia Nichols. Many nieces and nephews and family and friends.

Pallbearers: Nathan Shelley, Cody Underwood, Weston Underwood, Zakk Nichols, Tim Riley, Mike Graham. Honorary Pallbearers: Casey Underwood, Larry Lindy, C L Pate, Don Labelle, Josh Parker.

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Cheryl Ann Morris - November 24, 1956 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Cheryl Ann Morris, age 67, of Knoxville, passed April 16, 2024.

Cheryl Morris, beloved mother and granny, a beautiful soul, embarked on her new journey home, guided by the Lord’s loving embrace. We honor her life, a testament to the power and strength of her selfless love and kindness, and her smile that lit up the world. Though our hearts ache, we find solace in knowing she is always with us, her radiant smile etched in the hearts of all who knew her. Cheryl was a member of Lonsdale Baptist Church. She was a Wal-Mart employee for almost 30 years. Cheryl retired from ORNL Bank.

She was preceded in death by her mother Wanda William and sister Sonya Murphy.

Cheryl is survived by her daughter Megan Hudson and son-in-law Rocky Cline; granddaughter Channa Smelcer and grandson-in-law Tyler Richardson; brothers Jeff Tucker and Jack Tucker; nephews and nieces Eric, Savanna, Noah Murphy, and Jane Phillips; stepmother Sandra Headrick; Momma #2 Jean Brewer-Mickey; and very special friend Terri Brogdon.

The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Tuesday April 23, 2024, at Atchley Funeral Home in Seymour. Online condolences can be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

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Stephanie Elaine Phillips - May 17, 1969 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Stephanie Elaine Phillips, age 54 of Kodak, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was a graduate of Gatlinburg-Pittman High School. Stephanie had a very strong passion for children and for the past 5 years, she flourished at Thrive Child Care as a teacher. She touched many lives during her time here and was loved by so many children, parents and coworkers. She cared so deeply for "her babies" as if they were her own.

She was preceded in death by her father, Sid Phillips, grandparents, James Phillips, Rachel Shults, and Earl and Trula Justus.

Stephanie is survived by: Her Son: Zechariah Newman; Mother: Sue Phillips; Sisters: Sandra Hurst (Doyle), Kimberly Maples (Johnny), and Rachel Kent (Gary); Several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; Special Friends: Kris Human and Betty Brooks; Special cousins: Tracy and Judy Phillips.

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Edna Ruth Clabo Hedrick - October 23, 1936 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Edna Ruth Clabo Hedrick, age 87 of Lenior City, TN, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was an avid crafter who could sew, knit and crochet. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Lenoir City, TN.

Edna was preceded in death by her parents Orville and Grace Clabo, her brother Connie Clabo, her sister Bernice Clabo McMahan, and her husband Dale A. Hedrick, whom she married in 1958.

Her survivors include daughter and son-in-law Aileen and Rick Beeler; grandchildren Katie Beeler Henson and husband Stewart Henson, Troy and Emily Beeler, Will and Devin Beeler; as well as great-grandchildren Ava Lay, Ellie Beeler, Remi Beeler; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Rita Byrd Newman - October 16, 1950 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Rita Byrd Newman, age 73, of Sevierville, passed April 14, 2024.

Rita was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. She retired from Bush Beans and Company after 45 years of employment. She loved working on her flowers in her garden and she loved her pets.

She was preceded in death by her mother Agnes Ruth Byrd.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Robert Wilson Newman; special aunt Francis Byrd; cousin Sharon Simms; brother-in-law David Newman (Virginia); and many, many loved family members.

The family would like to offer a special thanks to the medical staff and care givers that supported and cared for her.

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Homer Lee Howell Sr. - May 16, 1941 - April 12, 2024

Departed: 04/12/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: It is with great sadness that we announce Homer Lee Howell Sr., age 82 of Sevierville, TN passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. He loved singing and praising the Lord and was of the Baptist faith. He spent many years as a truck driver, retiring from Tri-Star as a 2 time “10 Million Mile” safety driver. He also drove for Roadway Express, Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus and Disney on Ice. Homer also worked as a deputy for Sevier County Sheriff’s Department.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years Ella Freels Howell, his father and mother Clyde Haskel and Lilly Mae Howell, sisters Louise Howell Helton, Kathleen Howell Townsend, and sister-in-law Nellie Freels Ford.

His survivors include his children: Homer Howell Jr., and Darlene Howell Smith and husband Charles Robin Smith; Brother: Donnie Ray Howell and wife Susan Howell; Sister-in-law: Mary Freels Price and husband Eddie Price; Grandchildren: Tiffany Barnett (husband Jonathan), Jason Smith (wife Carly), Trevor Smith (wife Katie) and Justin Lee Howell; Great grandchildren: Blake Barnett, Bryce Barnett, Bradley Barnett, Conner Lee Howell, Caitlin Howell, Everett Smith, and Josie Smith.

Special thanks to Smoky Mountain Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center of Pigeon Forge, TN, LeConte Medical Center in Sevierville, TN and the Chaplain and nurses at UT Hospice of Knoxville.

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Randal Charles Fox - June 05, 1958 - April 12, 2024

Departed: 04/12/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Randal “Randy” Charles Fox, age 65 of Pigeon Forge was called Home in the early morning of hours of April 12th, 2024. Randy was a man dedicated to his work. He was an avid car enthusiast, loved restoring autos & making trades, cooking, fishing & camping, but he mostly loved spending time with his grandchildren Rhett, Harper, and Baker.

He was proceeded in death by his Father, Porter Fox; Mother-in-law Thelma Kelley Williams.

He is survived by his Wife Amanda K. Fox; Daughter and Son in law, Katie Fox Williams and Austin; Grandchildren Rhett, Harper, Baker, and Emmett Charles Williams; Mother, Billie Fox; Sister Rhonda Fox Robison; Sister and Brother-in-law Anita Ogle & Jerry; life-long friend Teddy Jones.

A special thanks to Teddy Jones, Blake Jones, Chuck James, and Scott Breeden for their support and kindness over the last few weeks.

The family will receive friends from 4-6:45 PM Thursday April 18, 2024, at Atchley Funeral Home in Sevierville with a service following at 7 PM officiated by Pastor Jordan Ogle.

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Charlotte Ross Roberts Connor - June 16, 1931 - April 12, 2024

Departed: 04/12/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Charlotte Ross Roberts Connor

Charlotte Connor, age 92, of Gatlinburg, TN, passed away April 12, 2024. Her final days were spent surrounded by family. Charlotte touched many during her memorable life. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia on June 16, 1931. Her family later moved to Coral Gables, Florida where she attended Ponce de Leon High School. She showed and rode horses and was a

member of Sunshine Circuit. She was a Florida State Reserve Champion. She later attended the University of Tennessee where she was a member of Phi Mu Sorority. In the 1950s, she and her husband Bob co-owned and operated Aunt Mahalia’s Candy Shop in downtown Gatlinburg. After many years of living in Florida, they returned to Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains that they loved in the early 1970s where Charlotte worked at the ticket counter at Ober Gatlinburg for 20 years. During her retirement she

worked at the Gatlinburg Welcome Center. Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years George (Bob) Connor, parents Charles R. and Mary Flossie Roberts, and sister Peggy Jean Roberts. Charlotte is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Candy and Mike Solly, Cindy and Kevin Ryan, and Marianne and Max Rytz; her grandchildren Christy and Matt Williams, Charlie and Jason Bradford, Jen and James Smith, Casey Ryan, Emily and Chad Lewis, and Connor and Hannah Claire Rytz; and her great-grandchildren Cate and Beck Williams, Megan and Madi Keck, Morgan, Kate, Josie, and Grant Smith, and Jack and Cooper Bradford. She is also survived by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Bill and Retha Connor; nephew Chuck Connor and family;

niece Christine Connor and several close “Alabama cousins”.

Charlotte loved her family and friends. She loved the chance to celebrate any and all occasions, especially when the occasion called for homemadeice cream. She enjoyed everyone being together. She was very proud of

her children and grandchildren and all of their accomplishments. Charlotte was a garden enthusiast and could be found rearranging her yard and those of her children. No greenhouse was too far away to explore and no day was too hot to be working with her plants. Flowers, birds, and being outside were her greatest hobbies. In her retirement, she found a love of genealogy and spent hours researching and traveling to make connections with family members of both her and Bob. They both rekindled their love of

horses and enjoyed traveling to attend shows while visiting with friends.

Like Bob, she was a big golf fan and loved watching all the great players.

They enjoyed trips with family and friends to Callaway Gardens. Charlotte’s family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Lauren Polvino and the staff at UT Regional Health Center- Sevierville, who watched over her well being for many years. A special thank you to Dominion Senior Living and all of the nurses and staff for caring for her during her last few years. You treated her like family and she loved you like

family; we will always be grateful for you all.

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Gloria Ernestine Huskey - August 13, 1927 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Gloria “Mickie” Huskey, age 96 of Kodak, formerly of Whiting, IN, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 11, 2024.

She was a long-time member of French Broad Valley Baptist Church. She loved her family and friends, doing crafts, reading, and travel. She loved doing activities with her friends in the Red Hat Society, FCE, and the Senior Center. She always put others before herself and never met a stranger.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ennis; her parents, Clifford and Isabelle Mercier; her sister, Eudolia Smith, and brother, Ulyless and Richard Mercier.

She is survived by her daughter, Deloris Huskey (Larry) of Kodak; son, Dennis Huskey of Kodak; grandchildren, Mariah Farmer (Andrew) of Sevierville, Gabriel Bordes of Sevierville and Christy Kapileo (Joseph) of Parrottsville, and 6 great-grandchildren; special friends, Margie Cahill and Joan Sass; sisters-in-law, Gigi Mercier, of Las Vegas and Gene Whaley of Kodak.

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Joyce F. Shults - February 18, 1949 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Joyce F. Shults, age 75 of Greeneville, TN formerly of the Wears Valley community, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024. She was a member of Reformation Lutheran Church in Greeneville, TN.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, James. L. and Ruby Drinnen, brother, Carl Drinnen, grandparents, Jim and Lena Drinnen and J. Newt and Viola Lawson, and special aunt and uncle, L. Harris and Floy Rose Headrick. Survivors: Son and Daughter-in-law: Travis and Suzanne Shults; Grandchildren: Jesse and Hannah Shults; Nieces: Amanda Hemphill and Diane Parton;

Many special cousins and close friends.

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David Earl Whaley - March 08, 1943 - April 10, 2024

Departed: 04/10/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: David Earl Whaley, age 81 of Newport, TN (formerly of Pittman Center), passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

David retired from Arconic (formerly ALCOA). He was preceded in death by his parents, Dave and Hazel Whaley; son, Gary Whaley; sister, Patricia Runyan; brother, Bill Whaley; and brother-in-law, Franklin Runyan.

He is survived by his daughters, Cheri Allen (Randall), Carol Gorrell (Jimmy) and Alice Dalton (Greg); as well as his grandchildren, Brady Allen (Chi), Landon Allen, Zac McGrath (Lindsey), Jimmy Dale Gorrell (Tracy), Brittany Brady (Chris), David Whaley (Michael), Ashley Hancock, Darrick Whaley (Sam), Tiffany Whaley (Tim); several great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild.

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Danielle Renae Johnson - December 10, 1988 - April 10, 2024

Departed: 04/10/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Gosh Dang. Danielle Renae Johnson, age 35, passed away April 10, 2024.

She was a graduate of Bloomingdale High School in Florida where she grew up. She was free spirited and sassy with a heart of gold. She was everyone’s favorite bartender and a social butterfly. Her sons, family, and friends were her world.

Danielle was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Bill and Pauline Thorne and her favorite Aunt and Uncle, Patti and David Travis.

She is survived by her two sons, Owen and Kyler Rutherford and their father, Jeremy Rutherford; Mother Lisa Lambson (Dennis) and her Father August Johnson (Lee); her brothers Dakota Johnson (April); Kevin Lambson (Jaime), Blake Lambson, William Freincle (Holly), Yuval Freincle and a town full of friends that loved her to the moon and back.

Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service in her honor on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 2-5 PM.

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Joseph H. Ransome - February 06, 1943 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Joseph H. “Joe” Ransome a resident of Wears Valley, TN passed away peacefully on April 9th, 2024 in Pigeon Forge, TN at the age of 81. A former resident of Baton Rouge, LA and native of Morganza, LA, Joe enjoyed the last 17 years in the peace, tranquility, and beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains with his beloved wife Ann! His dedication to God, wife and family were remarkable. He was a veteran of the Louisiana National Guard, a lifetime member of U.A. Local Union 198 Plumbers and Pipefitters assn., and a former member of the Fraternal Order of Elks. Joe was a devout Christian and loved his previous usher duties at Holy Cross Church in Pigeon Forge. He loved to be around people and the church allowed for him to give the gift of his beautiful personality to so many.

Joe grew up in Sportsman’s paradise, South Louisiana, where he loved to hunt and fish with his father, brother, and family. He was an avid athlete where he prospered in high school basketball. His chosen vocation of plumbing brought a solid foundation to his career, as he eventually started and ran a successful business. He taught trade school at night to multitudes of apprentices over the years and shaped their future careers.

Joe always loved the outdoors, and in retirement, he became a master vegetable and flower gardener in the fertile soils of East Tennessee. His annual garden was always the envy of the area, carefully manicured under the direction of his wife Ann’s tasteful manner. The beauty of the fruits of his labor were always a great pride for him. God has called him home, adding a flower to the master’s bouquet!

Joe is survived by his Wife Ann S. Ransome, Sons Rexleigh “Rex” Ransome (Patty) and David “Dave” Ransome (Melany) and Grandchild Alexa Conran. Joe was Preceded in Death by his Parents James Horace Ransome Sr., Regina Savoy Ransome, Brothers James Horace Ransome Jr (“Randy”), and Thomas Ransome (Infant)

Special Friends remembrance and thanks to: Close Friends Robert (Fiddling “Doc”) and Anne Chaney. Neighbors: Jackie and Paula Hill, Robert and Marilyn Bauer, Lynda and Eddie Dunlap, Dennis and Beth Thornburg, Sheila Simmons, Donna and Bruce Nowak, Ginger Spohn (and Tank the dog) and the U.T. Hospice Staff. 1st Cousin Charles Ransome (Deceased), and wife Margaret Ransome.

A celebration of life will be held in the Pigeon Forge area on a date TBD in June of this year.

Memorial Donations may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the American Heart Association. Online condolences can be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com

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John Keegan Proffitt - February 22, 1985 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: John Keegan Proffitt, age 39 of Greeneville, TN, formerly of Sevier County, passed away Monday, April 8, 2024.

Keegan started going to concrete jobs at a young age with his “2nd dad”, Herb McCarter and “Uncle Phil” Phillip Burden and helping, then became employed by B&B Concrete. He worked with them his whole life and really enjoyed his job as a finisher. He also loved to hunt, mostly bear hunting. He liked hunting for ginseng, he’d say there is nothing like walking through the woods and seeing those 5 leaves and then digging to see what is under there. He would be so excited while he was digging. He got excited about UT football as well, and enjoyed watching them with his mom, Linda. He loved poking her about football and especially about Donald Trump. He was a member of Maples Branch Baptist Church. He fought a year long battle with kidney and liver failure.

He was preceded in death by his son, Keegan Thomas Proffitt, dad, Johnny Earl Proffitt, grandparents, Robert and June Myers and Von and Mary Proffitt. Survivors: Wife; Kristin Ward Proffitt; Sons: Aaron and Roman; Daughters: Kloie, Myla, and Kalyn; Mother: Linda Myers Proffitt; Sisters: Tina, Casey, Kimber, Katrina; Step-Sisters: Kelli, Kristen, and Kara;

Special Friends: Herb McCarter, Phillip Burden, and all of his concrete finishing friends.

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Donald Lee Householder - June 14, 1957 - April 07, 2024

Departed: 04/07/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Donald Lee Householder, age 66 (June 14,1957 - April 7, 2024) of Sevierville, TN. Lovingly referred to as Daddy, Pappy, and Mr. Donnie by those that knew and loved him. He was a graduate of South High School class of 1975. He worked for Sevier County School System for 30+ years. He loved time with his family, fishing, coffee, and playing the lottery.

Preceded in death by: his hero and father Dennis Householder; Grandparents: Raymond and Agnes Householder, Martha Waggoner; Grandchildren: Brentlee Wilhite, 3 angel babies. Cousin (father figure) Mike Gilbert.

Survived By: high school sweetheart and love of his life of 46 years, Janice (Bammy) Children: Joshua Dennis (Melissa) Householder, Jerriod Donald (Shandan) Householder, Mandie Beth (Dustin) Wilhite, Makayla (Matthew) Benson; Grandchildren: Austin, Justin, Hailee, Shaylynn, Brantin, Braelyn, Addelynn, Gabryele, Brenlee, Adison, Fayeth, Gracyee Beth; Great Grandchildren: Laiken, Brayleigh; Sister-in-law, Patricia Breeden; Special cousin, Jody (Teresa) Householder.

Pallbearers: Josh Householder, Jerriod Householder, Jody Householder, Greg Householder, Rusty Sheirling, Mikey Williams. Honorary Pallbearers: Freddie Breeden and Lonnie Breeden. Special speakers: Noelle Sutton and Laura Reagan.

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Faye Finchum Lethco - September 01, 1935 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Faye Finchum Lethco, age 88 of Sevierville passed away Saturday April 6, 2024.

She was a member of Second Baptist Church and previously worked at Electro-Voice, Wagners, and Old Time Pottery.

She is preceded in death by her parents John and Allievene Finchum; brother John Finchum, Jr.; sister Ruth Lowe (Roy), and former husband Glenn Lethco.

Survivors include her daughter, Jane Lethco, son Jim Lethco (Kellye); and grandson Ben Lethco. In addition, she is survived by her sister-in-law Willa Mae Finchum; nieces Linda Beason (Joe), Johnna Finchum, many special grandnieces, nephews and cousins.

The family wishes to extend special thanks to St. Luke’s Therapy, Home Instead and Jefferson Park Dandridge.

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William Love Dockery - February 28, 1949 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: William (Bill) Love Dockery Bill Dockery, whose tenacious reporting and incisive editorial writing drew attention to injustice and heroism for decades in East Tennessee, died April 6 at his home in Knoxville at the age of 75. Bill was a tireless advocate for persons with disabilities, which led him to complete the course Partners in Policy Making and to accept then-Mayor Bill Haslam’s appointment to the Mayor’s Committee on Disability Issues (CODI.)

A graduate of Sevier County High School and Carson Newman College, he continued taking courses in creative writing at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, and had a passion for both literature and journalism. Bill pursued and protected the written word.

Bill relished all his work, including two summers working asphalt for Blalock Construction; two summers as a zinc miner; two years as a magazine editorial consultant and writer for The United Methodist Publishing House; some time as a reporter for the Sevierville County News Record and the Gatlinburg Press, now the Mountain Press; and many years magazine editing and writing for The Upper Room.

He also worked in communications for Oak Ridge Associated Universities, and spent many especially happy years reporting, editorial writing, and editing for the Knoxville News Sentinel. His work also included editing and writing for Metropulse and science writing. For some years he worked in communications at the University of Tennessee, from which he retired, only to freelance all over town.

William Love Dockery is survived by his widow, Emalie Love Dockery; brother, Mike (Vonda Laughlin) Dockery; daughter, Haley Dockery; son, Marshall (Amber) Dockery; stepsons, Andrew (Alison) Egan and Ned (Tandra) Egan; grandchildren, Ashlynn, Braylee, and Tatum; as well as five step- granddaughters and two great-grandchildren, all of Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe W. Dockery of Sevier County, where he served as Trustee for 16 years and Mary Lou Love Dockery of Jefferson County, a devoted elementary school teacher.

Bill’s life was enriched by a host of deep friendships. Donna Creech is an especially close friend who survives him.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 21, at Central United Methodist Church, 201 3rd Avenue, 37917. Receiving of friends at 2:00 and memorial at 4:00.

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Ernest Eugene Hinkle - February 23, 1937 - April 05, 2024

Departed: 04/05/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Ernest Eugene Hinkle, age 87 of Kodak, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Debbie Jane Atchley Hinkle, daughter, Sonja Helton Hancock, and parents, Lloyd and Rosalee Hinkle, brother-in-law: Veryl C. Atchley and wife Marie. Survivors: Daughter: Jama Hinkle; Granddaughter: Keara Lawson; Grandson: Travis Helton and wife Stacey; Great Grandchildren: Jordan Helton and fiancée Paige and Jasmine Helton; Great-Great Granddaughter: Sophia Marie Helton; Sister: Shirley Whillock and husband Bill;

Nieces and nephews: Sharon K. Atchley, Verleen Julian, and David Cate.

Several great nieces, nephews and extended family.

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Dorothy E. Reagan - July 29, 1951 - April 04, 2024

Departed: 04/04/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Reagan, age 72 of Sevierville, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024.

She was a member of Red Bank Baptist Church. Dorothy had an accounting degree and managed several businesses throughout Sevier County. She was a loving wife, mother and nanny. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her daughters and grandbabies. Her favorite pastime was riding around with her husband, just spending time together.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years Shelby Reagan; father and mother Center Odell and Edith Ivey; brothers Howard, Bobby, David and Roger Ivey; sisters Francis “Bonnie” Sebek and Lee Ettie Ivey; nephews Daniel Norwood and Jimmie Greg; and brother-in-law Bobby Gene Norwood.

Dorothy is survived by her daughters Shelly Reagan, Summer Reagan-Parks (Michael) and Suzanne Reagan; grandchildren Oleander (Faye), Haley, Trinity (Dalton), Michael “Bubby” (Stokley), Kierstyn (Drew); as well as great grandchildren Timothy “Little Man”, Amelia and Jaxson. In addition, she is survived by her sister Diane Norwood; brother Mike Ivey (Kathy); dear friends Johnson Reed (Jerry); and several nieces and nephews, especially Tonia Norwood and Sherry “Bug” Spicer-Dudley.

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James Eddie Hunter - July 11, 1941 - April 04, 2024

Departed: 04/04/2024 (Sevierville)

Obituary Preview: James “Jimmy” Eddie Hunter, Jr., 82, of Wears Valley, TN, formerly of Brooksville, FL entered into Heaven April 4, 2024 with his sister, Teresa Hill, by his side. He was kind, generous, and loved helping others, a very special and gentle man. James loved spending time with his family, walking at Metcalf Bottoms, and gardening-he could make anything grow; his greatest joy was his wife, Alicia, whom he adored. James attended Valley View Baptist Church in Wears Valley.

James was born in Brooksville, FL to James “Eddie” and Louise Hunter, one of ten siblings. He met and married the love of his life, Alicia, in 1961. Together, they raised four children and operated a child care center, loving and caring for many children for 30 years. He moved to Wears Valley in 2004 to spend time with his wife, family, and spoil the grandchildren.

James is survived by his daughters, Jamie (Kenny) Jacobs and Alicia D Hunter, son James (Irene) Hunter, III,, six grandchildren Matthew (Kelly) Sapp, Kolby Roach, J. Phillip (Chelsea) Roach, Megan (Jon) Carney, Lacey Hunter, and James “Harley” Hunter, eight great-grandchildren, brothers in law Joseph Lake and Robert Rowley, several nephews and nieces.

He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Alicia Hamblen Hunter, daughter LauraGail Hunter Plemons, grandson Adam Sapp, parents James “Eddie” and Louise Hunter, siblings June, Joyce, Shirley, Arline, Patsy, Peggy, Samuel, Larry, and Teresa.

Our hearts are broken and he will be greatly missed, but we have the promise that to be away from the body is to be at Home with the Lord, and we will see him again.

Online condolences can be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com.

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Atchley Funeral Home stands as a pillar of strength for the families of Sevierville, with a heartfelt dedication to honoring lives with dignity and love. Their doors and hearts are always open to those in need, and they take great pride in their role as guides through one of life's most challenging passages.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a notice that announces the death of an individual, often published in newspapers and online. It typically includes a brief summary of the person's life, information about the funeral or memorial services, and can include a message of remembrance from the family.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries are important because they serve as a formal way to inform the community of a person's passing. They also provide a historical record for future generations and allow friends and relatives to pay their respects, even if they cannot attend the services in person.

What information is typically included in an obituary?

An obituary usually includes the deceased's full name, age, birthplace, date of death, and a summary of their life such as career achievements, hobbies, and family members. It may also include details about the funeral or memorial service and requests for charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

How do you write a good obituary?

To write a good obituary, start by collecting the basic facts about the person's life and death. Write concisely and include meaningful anecdotes or accomplishments. Be sure to check with the family for their input and for any special messages or details they wish to publish.

Who is responsible for writing an obituary?

Typically, an obituary is written by a close family member or friend. However, some families prefer to enlist the help of a funeral director or professional writer to ensure the obituary is well-crafted and error-free.

Where are obituaries published?

Obituaries are commonly published in local newspapers, on funeral home websites, and on online obituary platforms. Some families also choose to share obituaries through social media.

How long after death is an obituary published?

An obituary is usually published within a week of a person's death, though it can vary depending on the preferences of the family and the publication schedule of the newspaper or website.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, many people choose to write their own obituaries as a way to ensure their life is captured the way they prefer. This can also alleviate the burden on grieving family members.

What's the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

The difference between an obituary and a death notice is that death notices are shorter and typically just contain basic information about the person's death and funeral arrangements, while an obituary is more detailed and includes biographical information.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a newspaper, contact the publication directly for their submission guidelines and pricing. Newspapers may have templates or specific requirements such as word count and deadlines.

Can obituaries be published online only?

Yes, obituaries can be published exclusively online through various websites dedicated to memorial notices, or on social media and funeral home websites.

Is it necessary to list the cause of death in an obituary?

It is not necessary to list the cause of death in an obituary unless the family wishes to do so. This is a personal decision and families may choose to keep it private.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost to publish an obituary varies greatly depending on the newspaper's pricing structure, the length of the obituary, and any additional services such as photos. Online postings can sometimes be free or have a nominal charge.

What should be avoided in writing an obituary?

In writing an obituary, avoid including too much personal information that could be used for identity theft like home addresses or mother's maiden name. Also, be cautious of overly emotional language which might not be appropriate for all readers.

Are photographs included in obituaries?

Photographs can be included in obituaries, and many families choose to add a recent photo or one that reflects the person's spirit. Newspapers often have additional fees for this service.

Can an obituary mention charitable donations?

Yes, it is common for obituaries to suggest charitable donations in lieu of flowers. This can be a specified charity that was important to the deceased or a cause relevant to their life or death.

How does one cope with the task of writing an obituary while grieving?

Writing an obituary while grieving can be challenging. It can be helpful to ask other family members or friends to contribute, or to look at other obituaries as examples. Professional resources or funeral directors can also provide assistance and advice.

Can memorials or celebrations of life be mentioned in an obituary?

Yes, obituaries often include information about memorials or celebrations of life. This can inform members of the community who may wish to attend and pay their respects.

How personal and detailed can an obituary be?

An obituary can be as personal and detailed as the family wishes, within the constraints of the publishing medium. It can reflect the personality of the deceased and the tone that the family wants to convey to readers.

What are some common phrases or words to avoid in obituaries?

In obituaries, it is generally best to avoid clichés or phrases that might seem trite, such as "in the arms of the Lord" or "better place." Aim for sincerity and clarity instead.

What if I make a mistake in an obituary?

If you make a mistake in an obituary, contact the publication as soon as possible to correct the error. Most newspapers and websites are accustomed to making corrections and will do their best to accommodate your request promptly.

Is there a standard length for an obituary?

There is no standard length for an obituary, but they commonly range from a few sentences to several paragraphs. Newspapers may have word limits due to space constraints, so it's important to check with the specific publication.