Dr. Thomas B. Drinnen Jr. compiled a productive career as a physician and a church leader. He died on December 26, 2023, at age 86. From his obituary we learn:
Dr. …
Services Tuesday for Delilah Johnson
The oldest of seven children, Delilah Gail Johnson became a “bonus” parent to her younger siblings. They now say she fulfilled her role as first born flawlessly.
Mrs. Johnson passed away …
Services Dec. 29 for Rotarian Tom Daughtrey
If you believe Rotary is filled with men and women who work hard and give much to make the world a better place, (and it is), then you have to …
Catherine S. May: A business legend for sure
Old-timers will remember the Copper Kettle Restaurant on Western Avenue in West Haven. There’s still a Copper Kettle Street in the area. What I learned this week is that the …
Dorman Blaine: Engineer, business builder
C. Dorman Blaine, co-founder of various local construction companies, died on December 13, 2023, at age 84.
Mr. Blaine graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in civil engineering and …
Services Wednesday for pastor, college founder
Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, will be a day of mourning in the Powell community as residents and others impacted by the Rev. Dr. Clarence Sexton reflect on the vision of …
Pellissippi State remembers Ross Bagwell Sr.
Knoxville’s own Ross Bagwell Sr., a pioneer in the television industry, helped equip the next generation of media professionals through the Bagwell Center for Media and Art at Pellissippi State …
Funeral today for Pace Robinson
Pace Robinson, retired president of Modern Supply in Knoxville and former board chair for Knoxville Utilities Board, passed away on November 27, 2023, at age 65.
Mr. Robinson’s funeral was today, …