Ellen Kay Spinosa was born to the Scott family on July 21, 1940, in Morristown, TN. She was the eldest living daughter of Guy and Reba Scott having been preceded by a baby sister who died in infancy and having a younger brother, Danny, and younger sister, Karen.  Ellen, who went by Kay, spent 3 years of her life, starting at age 5, at Levi Hospital in Hot Springs, AR, where she was treated for Rheumatoid Arthritis. It was there, at an early age, that she began to develop the traits of a fiercely independent and outgoing personality as well as a heart of compassion to comfort the sick and suffering. These traits not only defined her, but would also make her an unforgettable character in the lives of many. Kay was never permitted a formal education in public school yet she defied the odds and attended East Tennessee State University to become the first disabled woman in the State of Tennessee to earn a college education. Earning a degree in Biology, Kay worked for more than 38 years in the Pathology Lab at the University of Tennessee Hospital as a Cytotechnologist. Kay was Married to Michael Thomas Spinosa on September 25, 1976. Together, they raised their son, Christopher Michael Spinosa, in Knoxville, TN. During this time , Kay worked tirelessly as an advocate for people with disabilities everywhere. Additionally, she served for ten years on the Mayors council in Knoxville and the Tennessee Citizens Advisory Board for Handicap Persons where she helped to develop the laws that today protect disabled citizens in the State of Tennessee. For her efforts she was twice awarded Handicap Person of the Year and was also honored to be the recipient of her home town Key to the City. Kay was also an active member in her church community attending Redemption Christian Center, and later, Parkwest Church of God for many years. She was steadfast in her faith and lived her life to the glorification of God, always crediting Him for enabling her through every hardship in her life to achieve beyond every reasonable expectation. Despite her physical circumstance, Kay was a grateful, generous and compassionate person, and while her happy personality was larger than life, her abundance of love for her family and friends was by far her most defining trait. She is survived by: Her husband, Michael Spinosa, their son, Christopher Spinosa, his wife, Alexandra, and their children, Andrew and Agee. Additionally, she is survived by her Brother, Danny Scott, his wife Connie, and sister, Karen Demers, and her husband, Dan. Their children, Brent, Dana, Scott and Robby and all of their collective children and spouses were loved by Kay as though they were her own.

Please join us to celebrate the life of Ellen Kay Spinosa on Saturday, September 9 From 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the following address:

Fairview Baptist church 6410 McDonald rd Mohawk, TN 37810

Following the funeral a graveside service will be held at the church cemetery across the street.

After the services are completed the Spinosa family invites you to gather with us to eat and remember the life of Kay Spinosa. 1274 Cummings chapel rd Sevierville, Tn 37876.

Steven Michael White, Sr 47, of Maryville passed away suddenly August 8, 2023, after a brief illness. He was born in Chicago, IL on April 3, 1976.

He was preceeded in death by mother, Donna Holtz; father, Ronald White; grandparents; and nephew, Scott Racey-Stalans.

Survived by son: Stephen Jr, daughter: Diamond Alexis Siblings: Dana (Max) Hernandez (FL) Susan (Peter) Garcia (IL) Donna (Joey) Kimbrell (TN) Theresa (Joe) Duggar (TN) Marty White (NC) Ann (Randy) Sundberg (Missouri) Deanna (Tim) O’Brien (Wis) Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

No services are planned at this time.

Craig Benton Jones, 58, entered this world on October 6, 1964. He was a special gift to his mother, the late Sandra Carter and for the rest of her life brought joy only a Down Syndrome child can bring. He was also the son of L.C. Jones, Jr.

In addition to his father, Craig is survived by is devoted brother, Todd Jones and wife Stacy; stepsister, Casey Carter Evans (Ted); stepbrother Chris Carter (Ashley). He is also survived by nephews Gavin Joens, MacGuire Jones; niece, Andie-Marie Jones. Craig leaves his cherished memory aunt, Lynda Brown Purkey (Harold); uncles, Bob Brown and Fred Brown, and other family members.

Craig was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Brown Jones Carter and stepfather, Wayne Carter, and beloved grandparents. Craig will be lovingly remembered by his church family, Madison Avenue Baptist Church. He also endeared himself to customers of Food City as he bagged their groceries for many years.

Services for Craig will be held at Madison Avenue Baptist Church, Saturday, August 19 at 5:00 p.m. The family will receive friends at 4:00 p.m. and the service will follow with Reverend Steve Hodges officiating.

Robert E Lee White (Bob), born November 16, 1925 in Kingsport, Tennessee died on August 21, 2023 at the age of 97 in Knoxville, Tennessee following a brief illness. 

He is preceded in death by Martha A. White, his loving wife of 66 years. He is survived by his children: Jayne White Smith (Steve) of Knoxville; David Lee White (Hanna) of Richmond Hill, GA; grandchildren: Cheri Duncan (Rodney) of Knoxville; Christopher Barger (Elaine) of Harriman; Sophia Williams (Matt) of Tampa, FL; Sheila Babcock (Mike) of Richmond Hill, GA. Great-grandchildren: Emily Barger; Lizzy Barger Roberts (Dalton); Gabriel and Aurora Williams; Grayson McMurrain and Logan Babcock; great-great granddaughter: Hallie Roberts.

Bob retired from Mason-Dixon Truck Lines in Kingsport, TN where he worked in the Supply Department doing layout work for company materials and brochures.

He was active in many organizations and was a volunteer in several. He was a Charter Member of Mafair United Methodist Church in Kingsport, TN; a member of the Tennessee Defense Force; a 60-year member of the American Legion, Post No. 3; a 25-year member of the American Legion Color Guard (participating in military funerals); was named Tennessee Colonel by Gov. Lamar Alexander and Kentucky Colonel by Gov. Jones. Bob was also a 60-year member of the Masonic Lodge, No. 688 and a 30-year member of the Eastern Star. He was a long-time volunteer with Santa Train, which delivers toys to thousands in Appalachia. Bob was also well known for calling bingo for American Legion Family Night and at the Kingsport Senior Center.

Something Bob was most proud of was being an active scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America for more than 50 years. He led Mason-Dixon Troop 254 and was a leader for Boy Scouts, Sea Scouts, and Order of the Arrow. He was awarded the Pioneer Award, the Silver Beaver Award (the highest honor in Boy Scouting), and the Vigil Honor (the highest honor presented for Order of the Arrow). When Bob began as a scoutmaster, many of the boys didn’t even have shoes. He devoted so much time in being a good example and tried to put each scout on the right path to become good citizens. He also took “his boys” on many trips, with several members never being out of the state of Tennessee. Some of the places traveled were Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico; Carlsbad Caverns and White Sands National Parks in New Mexico; Baton Rouge, Louisiana (for the Indian Dance Festival); Richmond, Virginia; Washington, D.C.; Gettysburg, Pennsylvania; and Juarez, Mexico.

Bob was a proud graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and was a member of the marching band. He loved attending D-B football games and traveling with friends to attend Lady Vols basketball games. He also enjoyed woodworking-making dulcimers, birdhouses, wooden squirrels, and other items to happily share with family and friends, even those he didn’t know. He loved life and never met a stranger and would most often say before leaving a conversation: “We live in the “White” house, come see us!” When Bob left Kingsport in 2015, after the death of his wife, he moved to Knoxville. Painting and doing artwork with colored pencils soon became his favorite pastime. Over 50 canvases painted during his assisted living time in Covid quarantine are on display at Halls High School in his granddaughter’s classroom. Simple as they may be, they provide a bit of whimsy and joy.

For any desired memorials, please consider a donation to Mafair United Methodist Church, 1409 E. Center Street, Kingsport, TN 37664.

Betty Sue Sabin was born October 8, 1936 in Valdosta, Georgia to Elihue and Evelyn Graham.  She and her younger sister Ginger were raised in Tallahassee, Florida and Betty Sue graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Education.  At Florida State University she was a member and eventually president of Kappa Delta Sorority.  She moved to Orlando, Florida after graduation and began teaching first grade at Blankner Elementary School.  She met her future husband, Sevier Sabin, in Orlando and they became engaged soon after meeting.  Betty Sue and Sevier were married on July 6th, 1963 and were together for 59 years before Sevier’s passing in January, 2023.  They had 2 children, Tripp and Kathy, born just 15 months apart.  After her children were born, Betty Sue quit teaching but later in life she worked at Stein Mart as a boutique sales associate for 10 years and was very active in numerous service and social organizations including Junior League of Orlando and the Council of 101.

She enjoyed playing tennis and competed in doubles matches with her tennis team at Fort Gatlin Recreation Complex for many years.  She also played bridge and was a member of several women’s bridge groups.  Betty Sue was a wonderful hostess, a fabulous cook and she was always impeccably dressed.  She and Sevier were fortunate to be able to travel extensively and they made many trips to Europe, Canada, Russia, Mexico and across the United States.   France was one of their favorite places to travel and they especially loved French food and wine.  Betty Sue was adored by her husband and much loved by her children and friends.  She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn (Kathy)  Swartwood (Garrett) and grandchildren Madeline, Jack and Graham Swartwood, her sister Ginger Tillman, and several nephews and cousins.  She is preceded in death by her husband Sevier and her son Albert Sevier Sabin, III (Tripp).

Jed Edward Emert was born, raised, and resided in Blount County. He was born on August 7, 1974 and passed away surrounded by his family and loved ones on Sunday September 17, 2023.

He was proceeded in death by his parents Paul and Vickie Emert, along with many dearly missed aunts and uncles.

He was survived by his children Gabe and Ashlee Emert, Shelby Emert and Joshua Wilson, and McKensie and Mark Turner; as well as his grandchildren Adalynn, Payton, Colter, and Hayden Emert, Bentley Wilson, and Raelyn Turner. He was also survived by his siblings April and Rusty Turbyfill, Justin and Jill Emert, also his dearly loved nieces and nephews.

Jed graduated from Heritage High School in 1993, from Maryville College with his Bachelor’s in 1997, and later received his Master’s of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He was called to preach in May of 1992, and ministered for 13 years. He retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad in 2019. He spent the last several years of his life dedicating his time and services to helping recovering addicts rediscover their purpose in life; in doing so, he found his. He held his children and grandchildren as his biggest achievement in life. He was gifted in music; you could always find Jed with an instrument in his hands, bringing joy and laughter to others through his talent. Anyone who knew Jed loved him and he will be dearly missed by all.

His Celebration of life will be held at Oak Street Baptist Church, 218 Oakdale St. Maryville, TN, on Saturday September 23, 2023. Receiving of Friends will begin at one o’clock that afternoon, followed by the Celebration of Life at three. As Jed always said, “Keep that cool factor.”

Dustin Dunford 35 Years old 10-29-87 to 09-30-23 Knoxville TN

Grand Parents: L.V. Berry, Lessie Berry – Bernard Dunford, Kitty Dunford

Survived by: Daughter: Savannah K Dunford Mother: Diane Kavanagh Father: Ronald Dunford Stepfather: Stephen Kavanagh Brothers: Terrell Green, Ronald Berry, Michael Dunford Sisters: Cheyanne Dunford Nieces and Nephews: Joshua Allen, Jazmine Allen, Haley Dunford, Mariah Dunford, Mikey Dunford, Jamarcus Dunford, Austin Hunter, Aydyn Porter, Brycen Cunningham, Cameron Lairson, Ian Berry

Forget me not When I am gone In hearts and prayers I will live on Be strong, be brave And dry your tears Remember all Our happy years.

Joyce Ann Ingram, age 80, of Sweetwater, TN, passed away on Saturday October 7th, 2023. 

Judy loved life and had many friends from all over. She loved flowers and could make a dead stick grow. Everyone will remember her driving her little grey car with her beloved dog hanging out the window. She was adventurous and loved to go. She would tell everyone just how much she loved her little family when she met them. Judy had tremendous strength and overcame many hardships in her life. She missed her husband Jimmy every day since he passed. We know she is loving heaven, and we will miss her until we meet her there.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Allen Ingram.

She was survived by her daughter Rebecca Ann (Richard) Johnson, Granddaughter Ashley (David) Moore, Grandson Richard Bradley Johnson; Sisters Mary Ann Cline, Janie (Robert) Lankford, Bonnie (Junior) Mckee, Linda (Danny) Lankford. Brothers Edgar Pittman, Lester Pittman, and special relatives in the Hall family that she loved dearly.

Carolyn Faye Patterson

Carolyn Faye Patterson, 78, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Friday, October 6, 2023, after a brief illness. She was devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

She is survived by her daughters, Beth (Kevin) Walters, Angie (Bill) Moore, and Wanda (Matt) Turpin; grandchildren, Kristen Walters, Alivia (Chris) Duncan, Alex Moore, Jason Moore, Gabriella (Josh) McCracken, Blake Turpin, and Abigail Turpin; great grandchildren, Raelyn Lewis, Christian Duncan, Logan Duncan, Samuel McCracken, Everleigh McCracken, and Charleigh McCracken.

Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Patterson, parents; Robert and Jessie Taylor, brothers; Wayne C. Taylor, Robert W. Taylor, and Kenneth E. Taylor; sisters; Mary Marie Taylor and Brenda Gail Taylor, longtime friend; Edna Cole.

The family would like to thank the wonderful nurses and staff at UT Medical Center for their compassionate care.