Carla A. Forney Dubose, age 58, entered eternal life on Sunday morning, August 10, 2025. Born in August, to Betty Williams Forney and The Late Clarence E. Forney.

Carla is preceded in death by a son, (baby Okoya M. Dubose), her father, Clarence E. Forney, maternal grandparents, Minnie & Chris Williams, and Arrie & Clarence A. Forney. She leaves to cherish her beautiful memory- her beloved mother, Betty Forney, two sons, Darius Dubose (Nashville, TN), Cornelius Dubose, and daughter Naysa Dubose (Cameron) Honey, a grandson, Aston Dubose (Nashville, TN), three sisters, Chebella Forney Wilson, Camille Forney Davis (Memphis, TN), and Chandalynn Forney, dear aunts Vickie Williams and Lee Forney, All of Knoxville, three nieces, three nephews, a host of family and friends.

Born and raised in Knoxville, TN. Carla-was a loving person with a heart of gold, who will definitely be missed. As a nurturer, she was a genuine friend to all, who knew her, and would lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Carla’s sweet and shy personality did not keep her from doing the things she loved. From modeling and creative arts in the 4-H Club, being musically and dance inclined – played the Clarinet instrument since Eastport Elementary, a cheerleader at Park Jr. Middle School, a Flag Team Band Member and Vocational Office Education Club Member at Carter High School, Strawberry Plains, TN, Class of 1984. She earned a college degree in 1987 in Computer Science Major at Draughons Jr. College, later attended Pellissippi State Community College, and landed a leading roleas an Accounting Specialist at the TNConnect Credit Union.

Carla was a beautiful person, inside and out-her light shined so bright, that she was much like a lighthouse. Carla served as a beacon to many around her- Her characteristics were nothing short of being powerful, full of hope, and resilient. Carla navigated life’s challenges with the motto to live life abundantly! She loved to dance, listen to music, travel, explore new dining experiences, and make awesome memories with her children and family. She embodied strength, endurance, and unwavering purpose. Carla’s light has been a blessing to many- helping to guide us all in one way or another. She has many family members, friends from childhood, classmates, colleagues, coworkers, organizations, and church members- All who received her warmth and generosity, witnessed her graceful poise, and will miss her dearly. Carla accepted Christ at an early age, she later became a dedicated member of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church of Knoxville, under the leadership of Reverend Victor M. Jones, Jr.

Carla’s love of being a nurturing, hands-on mother, doing for others, the love of music and “movement” is what kept her moving forward. She understood the importance of being active and lively, thus became a regular Zumba participant in 2013, and soon after joined a Line Dance group which she continued, recently attended conference earlier this year. Carla’s smile, enthusiastic demeanor and her passion to embrace anything brought her way (quietly, and with a smile), only speaks a portion of her beautiful soul- Her light will shine forevermore!