Robert Jerome Simpson passed away October 12, 2021.  Arrangements are forthcoming.  His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com

Shannon Porter passed away October 11, 2021 at UT Medical Center.  Arrangements are forthcoming.  Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com  

 Roberta Stevens passed away October 11, 2021.  Arrangements are forthcoming.  Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com  

Chantel was born to Keith Bragg Sr. and Mona Word on July 29, 1984 in Knoxville, TN. She transitioned from this life into eternity on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at UT Medical Center. She joined in matrimony with Ira Minnefee Jr. "Man Man" and through their union three children were born. Chantel’s family meant everything to her. Her family gave her the motivation and will to fight through each day. Chantel means “stone” and her character defined the meaning of...

Troy Anthony Hollingsworth, age 64, departed this life on October 6, 2021. He was born June 2, 1957, to Ralph Bogan and Mattie Hollingsworth in Knoxville, TN. He attended Rule High School where he played basketball. Troy loved to cook. For several years, he was lead cook at various restaurants in the Knoxville area. Preceded in death by his son, Ceon Dicky; grandparents, James and Gladys Hollingsworth; uncle, Daniel Hollingsworth and cousin, Howard Hollingsworth. Left to cherish his...

William Mark Martin, born January 4, 1964, in Knoxville, TN to Mildred McMillan and William F. Martin Sr. God called one of his own home to glory on October 4, 2021 in Nashville, TN. Mark, affectionately known as “Uncle Mark,” attended Knoxville City Schools. He worked at National Linen for many years, Hardee’s, and Honey Baked Ham. Mark loved to sing, cook, go live on Facebook, and be around family. He was the life of any party and everybody loved him!  Family...

Ronald Lee Cline was born on December 23, 1958, to Francis Cline in Knoxville, Tennessee. Ronald enjoyed the love and nurturing of two families, being taken under foster care by Andreana and Archie Young at a young age where he was raised to adulthood. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Ronald attended and graduated from Doyle High School. After graduation, he attended Knoxville College where he studied music. He later joined the United States...

Teresa Josephine Kneier Caldwell, our Daughter, Mother, Sister, Aunt and friend, died at age 50 on the morning of October 1, 2021 (the Feast of St. Therese of Lisieux, the little flower).  Thankfully, she breathed her last while we held her hand. We will love and miss her dearly.  Teresa is the youngest of four and the mother of two.  Teresa’s love of life was simple with intentions of gold.  No mother threw better birthday parties, and lunch...

Stanley Paul Latham, 64, departed this life on September 25, 2021, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. He was born on March 27, 1957, in Knoxville, TN. Stanley enjoyed many hobbies and activities such as football, NASCAR racing, fishing, and dirt bike riding. After graduating from Fulton High School (Class of 1976), he began training as an electrician. He was employed by several businesses in the city.  Stanley loved the Lord and enjoyed time with family and friends. He was...

Sandra Louise Donaldson-Reed, a devoted woman of God, family, and community, walked into the arms of the Lord on Friday, September 24, 2021.   She was 63 years old.   “Mama San,” as she was affectionately known, was born December 23, 1957, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Before relocating to Knoxville, she worked and helped raise her younger siblings. She was PTA President, community activist, TENSE Summit member, small business owner, podcaster, and...