Bradley County
Amber Helton Monday
1985 – 2020
Bradley County
Amber was much loved. She was smart, creative and beautiful. Her eyes could speak volumes to you with just a glance. Her childhood wasn't an easy one. She took many wrong paths, but she was coming back to us.
Amber enjoyed Myrtle Beach, hiking, fishing, planting flowers and just being outdoors. Amber leaves behind three children who will never know her. It's bittersweet; just when she was getting her life back on track, she's gone. We mourn her loss and what could have been.
Michael Taylor
1972 – 2022
Bradley County
Michael loved life and his family. He was always good for a laugh and had an unforgettable huge smile. He loved riding his Harley, fishing and hunting. With a new grand baby he was always ready to share stories and pictures. Michael’s friends were more than that- they were family. We all love and miss you very much. You were taken from us far too soon!
Campbell County
Gloria Sue Marlow
1953 – 2010
Campbell County
Gloria was a wonderful wife and mother that is missed every day.
Kristi Hope Miller
1971 – 1989
Campbell County
My aunt, Kristi Hope Miller, was a beautiful soul with the whole world ahead of her. She was young, beautiful, kind, happy, so full of life. She had big plans for her future. She had just graduated high school and was working. She wanted to become a cosmetologist, she wanted to have a family. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Even though I was young, I still remember her laugh, her warm touch, how she loved to joke and cut up with everyone. Kristi was only on this earth for 18 years, but she left a lifetime of memories and impressions on everyone that she met.
Claiborne County
Aaron Massengill
1992 – 2021
Claiborne County
Aaron was many things to a lot of people. He was a son, brother, uncle, friend, godfather, fisherman, and truck enthusiast, just to name a few. There are not enough words one could write to do him justice. Whenever asked about, most memories told by other people are about his good heart, always helping another person out. He delivered small acts of kindness everyday to anyone around without second thought. It was natural for him.
Amy Tripp
1978 – 1999
Claiborne County
Simply a blessing from God. A life ended way to soon by a drunk driver. To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. She will be alive in our hearts forever.
Cocke County
Dennis Ballard
1963 – 1991
Cocke County
Of the US Army
Joshua Ellison
1989 – 2016
Cocke County
Joshua was my Angel on earth, when he became a Daddy he was the best daddy to his daughter & loved coloring, playing tea party & helping her learn her way in life. He enjoyed being with his family & friends. He loved being outdoors but he honestly just loved being with his daughter as much as he could. He was our helper, our rock & Our protector, he was a joker & would Scare me when he could, he was a wonderful, loving Daddy & the best son that this Momma could ever ask for. He is Loved & missed.💙
Carolyne Ball-Bartles
1968 – 2021
Cocke County
Fentress County
Melissa Robbins-Durham
1967 – 2017
Fentress County
Our beautiful daughter/mother had the most contagious laugh and smile. She loved her girls like no other. She also loved music, movies, the outdoors and of course her dog, Baby. She was a friend to everyone and an enemy to none. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Melissa had a great work ethic. While she worked many trades throughout the years she worked hard to support her family. She gave everything her all. Melissa was a true angel on earth. We love and miss her so much.
Grainger County
Grace Miller
2002 – 2023
Grainger County
Grace had a heart of gold. All of her family and friends remember her wonderful smile and laugh, her big heart, and the love she had for her newborn son. She was a shining light in our lives. She truly was beautiful inside and out. She loved holding her son, she loved children in general. She was especially close to two little girls that are friends of the family. Her time here was short, but her impact will be felt for years to come. She will be loved always and never forgotten.
Hamblen County
Hamilton County
Carrie Daugherty
1983 – 2008
Hamilton County
Carrie never met a stranger. She was the most energetic, alive girl ever. She loved her family & friends fiercely. Everyone was her friend and she celebrated differences. She was a practical joker & loved to prank her sister & brothers. She was involved in Emily’s Power for a Cure— a foundation started in memory of her 2 yr old niece. Carrie & Emily are painting heaven pink now.
Jefferson County
Cortney Thompson
19 years old
Jefferson County
Cortney was always full of life and had a heart of gold.
Marti Dozier
1957 – 2023
Jefferson County
Marti loved her girls, her animals, and her work. Those fortunate to know her loved her as well. She was a loving, generous, caring spirit with a funny, unique sense of humor. Taken too soon and missed every day since.
Knox County
Alisa Hackworth McGhee
1965 – 2007
Terry McGhee
1947 – 2007
Knox County
Brandon Lee
1990 – 2020
Knox County
Brandon lived life fully. He worked hard & played hard. He loved being on two wheels: pit bikes, dirt bikes, mountain bikes & motorcycles. Brandon has many friends. He could talk to anyone; he never met a stranger. He walked into a room with confidence, not because he thought he was better than anyone but because he didn’t feel a need to compare himself with anyone. Brandon loved his family, especially his nephew Alec & nieces Scarlett & Ruby.
Brandon’s goal was to live his best life each day.
Christopher McBath
1982 – 2010
Knox County
My son Christopher Lynn McBath was my second son to be murdered. Chris was a very smart, caring person who loved game shows like Jeopardy and answering all the questions. A Father of four- two sons and two daughters. Chris was my twin. I can still hear his voice & the way he would call me Momma.
Dejuansay (Dee) Freeman
1978 – 2007
Knox County
My son Djuansay (Dee) was my first born and my first son to be murdered. Dee was a loving caring guy- he always liked holidays so he could buy gifts for birthdays and Christmas. Dee loved his nieces and nephews. Dee worked for the Department of Transporation on breaks his favorite thing was to play video games. A Heart of Gold.
Demetrius Bomar Sr
1982 – 2022
Knox County
Demetrius loved spending time with his children, his God son and family. He also loved to watch football, he loved cookout, and just enjoying his life. He was always the life of the party. If you were having a bad day, he would brighten it up and make you smile and then tell you he loved you…. we love and miss you Coolazz Meatyy 😇
Demetrius Johnson
1998 – 2023
Knox County
Dion Glass
1994 – 2019
Knox County
Dion was a young man with a soft heart. His brother was his best friend. He loved his mother and was always wanting to know where she was at all times. He often FaceTime’d her rather than call so that he could see where she was. He loved his mom’s cooking. Dion Was a self-taught drummer who grew up playing for the church. He is missed by his loving family and we are still waiting for justice.
Edwin Todd
1983 – 2006
Knox County
Edwin, who Family called 'J.R.', and friends called 'Shaq', because of his love for Basketball 🏀, was my oldest Son out of 4 boys and 1 girl. He was a fun loving character who had a funny since of humor. 'J.R.' was into music, especially drums. His drum interest began in High School and Church. 'Shaq' enjoyed hanging with his two younger brothers and friends, playing basketball 🏀 and eating, which was another one of his hobbies. He loved his little sister too. We truly miss Edwin ❤️🌹!!!
Ella Lett
2016 – 2020
Knox County
Ella Mae was a smart, sweet, beautiful, thoughtful, happy-go-lucky little girl. She loved to help people. She loved to make everyone laugh & smile. The love/bond she shared with her identical twin sister Emma was absolutely precious. They were best friends. She had such a sweet giving heart. She would always say, "Sharing is Caring." Ella was a giver. After she passed, she gave the best gift to 5 people by being an organ donor and giving those people the best surprise, a beautiful gift of life.
Emory Johnson
1998 – 2023
Knox County
Emory love to have fun and make everyone happy.
Germany Hines Jr.
2006 – 2022
Knox County
Germany was a kind, respectful and loving kid. He loved to play basketball!
Jeffery Evans
1960 – 2022
Knox County
Jeff had many talents and gifts. He could sing, cook and a very good handyman. His greatest passion was fishing. He was deeply loved and missed.
Johnkelian Mathis
2004 – 2021
Knox County
Julius Parker
1946 – 2023
Knox County
Julius Franklin Parker, III was taken February 12, 2023. Jeff was born in Marion, NC but made his home in Knoxville. He is remembered as a precious, kind, gentle, and generous man with a genuine compassion for those in need. He loved time with family, adventures, music, nature, storytelling, hats, steaks on the grill, joking around, laughter, and educated conversations. Jeff was fun to be around and he smiled all the time. Memories of him will always brighten our lives.
Kerry (Uncle Bud) Dickinson
1963 – 2018
Knox County
Kerry (Uncle Bud) was a proud U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Gulf War period. He loved fishing, spending time with family, and traveling. He also adored animals of all kinds, blues music, and loved the Lord with all his heart. He was one of the most caring individuals you would ever meet and he would’ve given the shirt off of his back to anyone in need.
Matthew "Mack Jr" Scott
1986 – 2021
Knox County
Mack Jr lived his life smiling and made everyone he touched smile. He traveled all over the world and was known all around. My brother was loved by so many people. He cared so hard. He helped so many lives through even the darkest time and that's how he will be remembered by his loved ones. He was a born comedian, there was always laughter when he entered a room. Mack Jr was my hero and the world needs to share the type of love he gave when he was alive. God rest his soul.
Marshall Nelson
1975 – 2023
Knox County
Marshall was such a kind soul, and his smile brightened up the lives of so many. Marshall loved songwriting and playing many musical Instruments, his favorite instrument was the Harmonica.
Nikita Nunez
1991 – 2021
Knox County
Nikita was a beautiful young woman who enjoyed spending time with her children. She had a dream of becoming a dental hygienist.
Patricia E Mays
1960 – 2004
Knox County
Although she lived her life fighting demons of addiction & depression, she was a mom, my mom. She was a new grandmother, a VERY loved aunt, sister & friend to anyone who knew her. To know her, was to love her. She was brave, strong & my biggest hero for a long time. Her wit, wisdom & sarcasm, her gentle but strong hugs & her cooking are things I miss every day. If she liked you, you knew it & if she didn't, she didn't waste her time, respectfully. She was taken from us far too soon. GBNF.
Rebecca Honeycutt
1992 – 2021
Knox County
Rebecca was a bright light wherever she went, always smiling and full of laughter. She was clever, witty, and loved a good pun. Many talents allowed her creative and artistic ideas to become her labors of love. She enjoyed traveling, concerts, and cheering on the Vols. Rebecca supported events for Shriners Hospital for Children. She became “The Original Crawfish Queen of East Tennessee” when West Knox Shrine Club held its first-ever crawfish boil. It is now an annual event in Rebecca’s honor.
Zachary Munday
2003 – 2019
Knox County
Zaevion Dobson
2000 – 2015
Knox County
Zaevion Dobson, was a brother Of Youth Ministry and The 100 Black Men Of Greater Knoxville. ZAE was a football star at Fulton High School, where he set goals to attend college after graduation. The number 24 symbolizes a badge of honor and courage. Zaevion chose to protect his friends from a conflict of violent injury, in a split second sacrificing his own life. In 2016, President Barack Obama referenced Zaevion an a speech- "an act of heroism a lot bigger than we should expect from a 15-year old."
Roane County
Scott County
Sevier County
Courteney Kaliszewski
1995 – 2012
Sevier County
Courteney was a girl that had an old soul, never met a stranger and would preach the word of GOD to anyone who would listen. She was very active in Youth group, Second Harvest food Bank, Big Creek Missions, Under the bridge ministry and so much more. Loved by many and cherished by all who knew her. She was supposed to start working at Zaxby's at the time of accident. She loved GOD and Hot Rods and was the proud owner of a 1972 Purple Cuda. Loved and missed by all.
Heidi Johnson
2002 – 2023
Sevier County
Heidi was a bright light with a feisty side, a free spirit who had the most beautiful eyes & smile! The time she loved most was spent hanging out, making people laugh, spending time with friends & family, especially her nephew. She loved living her life her way! She acted as though she didn’t have a care in the world, but actually cared very deeply for others & her family. There won't be a day that goes by that friends & family won't think of her— she was just that kind of girl.
Madison Johnson
2001 – 2023
Sevier County
Madison was such a free spirit who loved giving to others. She would light up a room with her smile. She loved to sing and dance and called the quarry her happy place where she would lie in a hammock for hours. She loved animals and would bring home any stray she found. She was definitely outgoing and full of energy but was also so loving and caring and you could never find a better friend/sister/daughter than her. Keep smiling in Heaven sweet girl!
Sullivan County
Addyson Cain
2013 – 2018
Sullivan County
Addy lit up every room. She was beautiful and full of life and love. She loved animals (especially dogs), playing American girl dolls and making slime with her older sister, swimming, riding bikes, going to the park, dancing and singing. She made a lasting impression on everyone she met. At only 4, she was taken from us way too soon. She will never be forgotten and always carried in our hearts until we meet her again.
Alyssa Jayne Copeland Edmonson
1984 - 2021
Sullivan County
Brandi Sims
1974 – 1989
Sullivan County
Brandi loved her brother very much. He taught her to play ball and he was so proud when she hit a grand slam. She had her dad Ralph wrapped around her finger and he loved to spoil her. We loved mother - daughter days. Brandi was a cheerleader, and she loved her friends. She also loved ballet, concerts and wrestling.
Charles Seaton Jr
1998 – 2020
Sullivan County
Charles Seaton Jr lived his short life of 22 years to the fullest. As his mother, I can tell you he was very spirited from the beginning. Charles Jr wanted to enjoy life & wouldn’t let anything keep him down for long. He was always smiling & very charismatic. People were drawn to his magnetism & often looked to him for courage & strength. He amazed me every day. Our memories are filled with his beautiful smile, charm, & laughter. Charles Jr is very loved & missed by everyone who knew him.
Daniel Cano Preciado
1997 – 2023
Sullivan County
Daniel was a passionate man who never knew a stranger. He loved his family, especially his two year old daughter, Maya. When he wasn’t riding his motorcycle or grilling, he was spending time with his daughter instilling those good morals that he grew up with; protect, persevere and stand your ground. He died while protecting his family and will always be remembered as a hero.
James Millhorn
1979 – 2015
Sullivan County
James Ray Millhorn James: Origin. Word/name. Hebrew, Latin. Meaning. "He may/will/shall follow/heed/seize by the heel/watch/guard/protect”. PROTECTOR that is what he was- he was our families protector. A loving son, brother, father and friend. He will always be remembered for his contagious laugh and his infectious smile. If heaven had a phone, I would call to tell him how much his babies have grown and oh how we miss him so. As long as I have breath in my lungs I will let your memory live on!
Michael Heatherly
1974 – 2017
Sullivan County
Michael was a full-on hands-on dad from the time Ayden was born. Everything he did revolved around his son. He loved taking him fishing and taking on projects together like biking and cooking and Lego building. He always made time for holidays and birthdays and other family get togethers. He especially loved his nephews, to them he was Uncle Snuckle. When I or his sisters or brother-in-law needed help, he would always come. He was cherished by many. You are loved, mom.
Mike Locke
1952 – 2014
Sullivan County
Rowdy Yates
1973 – 2017
Sullivan County
Sue Dobbins
1943 – 2013
Sullivan County
Our mother was a devoted wife to Carl Dobbins, Sr. for 48 years until his unexpected passing in March of 2004. She was a retired CNA working at Bristol Nursing Home, Graystone, & Wellmont. She was such a caring & loving person & she shared that with her patients & their families. She cherished her children & her grandchildren were the apple of her eye. She had just begun to enjoy her great grandchildren when she was taken from us. Heaven gained an Angel that we are promised to see again one day.
Timothy Glenn France
1989 – 2017
Sullivan County
He had a personality of humor like his father that passed before him. He loved his family and would give the shirt off his back to help anyone. He enjoyed playing video games and loved animals from his dog to reptiles and especially his gecko. Most importantly was that he knew his Savior Jesus, our only consolation through such trauma and grief of missing him so much. We all love and miss you our precious Timothy!!!
Toshya Millhorn
1975 – 2015
Sullivan County
Union County
Arlos Masingo Sr
1956 – 2012
Union County
Austin McReynolds
1992 – 2013
Union County
Austin attended and graduated with honors from Grace Christian Academy. He was a captain on the football team and played basketball. He was a member of the German Honors Society as well as the National Honors Society. He was also a member of the GCA Ensemble. He loved all things outdoors: hiking, disc golf, lake life, snowboarding, cliff jumping, four-wheeling and just hanging around in a hammock. Austin joined the Army in 2012 and served as a Combat Medic at Fort Campbell.
Darin McCoy
1971 – 2019
Union County
Born and raised in Union county. He was raised by hard working God-fearing parents. Darin loved his family and his dogs more than anything in this world. He never had children of his own, but he sure did love all his nieces and nephews like they were his own. He was such a big kid at heart. He could build his own house and his own cars. And one of the best boat mechanics around. With such a big heart, would give anyone the shirt off his back and go without.
Tim Smith
1971 – 2017
Union County
Washington County
Cheyanne Buck
1972 – 2019
Washington County
Colby Blackmon
1985 – 2020
Washington County
Colby was the most amazing, caring, funny, loving man. He'd give anyone the shirt of his back. Colby was Cajun so add in the ragin' cajun. He worked so hard for my life with him. Colby was also nicknamed Wandern' Wolf. He was a modern day hobo riding trains & was the East Coast President of Goon Squad. Colby was beyond the best man I've ever had. After working long hard days, he'd come home and always take care of me. I'll never let you go Colby.