Mrs. Regenia Louise Jackson, age 73, entered into eternal rest on December 3, 2023. She was born on July 26, 1950, to the late Mr. Earl Lightfoot Sr. and Mrs. Mary Lightfoot in Huntsville, Alabama. She attended school in Huntsville, Alabama, and her family moved to Knoxville, TN. She was a graduate of Rule High School. She worked at the University of Tennessee at Hess Hall. Regenia was loved by many and was a loyal friend to those who knew her. She loved to go to the casino and enjoyed...

Geraldetta M. Dozier, aka Monga, entered eternal rest on November 30, 2023. She drove for Knoxville Area Transit and retired in 2002, being the first black female driver of a Knoxville city bus. She enjoyed spending time with her best friend and son, James Hodge, aka Jamie; she loved family gatherings and road trips with friends.    Geraldetta was preceded in death by her husband, Walter F. Dozier; her grandmother, Sophornia Hodge; her father, John Hodge; and her mother, Della M....

Clifford (Cliff) Deleon Thomas, Sr. peacefully transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior on November 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his home. Cliff is survived by his devoted wife, Evelyn Thomas of Knoxville, TN, and his dear children, Jeremy Thomas, Clifford Thomas, Jr. of Knoxville, TN, Brandan (Jessica) Thomas of Atlanta, GA, and Soweto (Willie) Frazier of Knoxville, TN. He is also remembered fondly by his sisters, Theresa Fletcher of Knoxville, TN, and Tina Fletcher of...

Anna Louise Moore Gist Hill, a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on November 25, 2023. She was a devoted member of Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church and loved the Lord. Anna was born October 1, 1939, to the late Jessie James and Anna Beatrice Moore. Throughout her years she was a CNA and Recreations Community Center Director at Austin Homes. Anna was a graduate of Austin High School class of 1958 and recently celebrated her 65th class reunion with her fellow...

With heartfelt reverence, we honor the life and memory of Mr. Clarence “Eddie” Harris, Jr., who entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 3, 2023. Born on June 1, 1957, Eddie was a beacon of strength and joy in the lives of all who knew him. He was welcomed into the arms of his late parents, Ed and Della Harris, and joined in peace by his siblings, Vincent Hodge and Sherine Lytle.  A proud graduate of Austin-East High School, Eddie served his nation with honor as a...

David Earland Rucker, Jr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2023, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on August 18, 1946, in Nashville, Tennessee, David was a man of great character who was known for his warmth, devotion to his family, and passion for life. David was the beloved son of the late David Earland Rucker, Sr. and Charity Pearl Rucker. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Ray Rucker, brothers in law, Charles...

David Eugene Geter Sr. was the third of eight children born to James T. and Mabel G. Geter on July 22, 1942. David gained his wings on October 28, 2023, after a short illness at Methodist Medical Center, Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He peacefully went home to be with his heavenly Father at the age of 81 years old.  David was educated in the Knoxville School System, and graduating from Austin High School. David enlisted in the U.S. Army on April 9, 1962. He was given an honorable discharge...