Jacob Ashley Edwards, 48, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 13 2023 at UT Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. Jake was born September 17 1975 in Lake Worth Florida and was a graduate of Heritage High School.

Jake spent most of his working life driving – tractor trailers, wreckers… anything with wheels. Once he was forced to medically retire that love moved to Jeeping. He loved exploring new trails and conquering the challenges they presented while helping others overcome their fears and grow. He loved to be on the go almost as much as he loved helping others.

Jake leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife of 29 years, Samantha; his parents Jerry & Donna Edwards; sisters Kathy Edwards and Helen Phinney as well as several nieces, nephews, great nieces/nephews and a host of friends he considered his family.

The hole left by Jake’s passing can never be filled, but friends and family are comforted knowing he had such a huge impact on those who met him.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date once arrangements are completed.

Until we meet again, have fun exploring and mapping out the trails in Heaven, MudDawg. We can’t wait to Jeep with you again.

David Lee Westmoreland was born December 5, 1969, in Chattanooga, TN and passed away Saturday October 14, 2023, in Oak Ridge, TN after several years of battling failing health.

He was proceeded in death by parents Charles William Westmoreland and Carolyn Joyce (Whitson) Westmoreland Johnson; paternal grandparents Charles Westmoreland and June Chisim Westmoreland of Chattanooga; maternal grandparents Elmer LeRoy Whitson and Eunice Walker Whitson of Knoxville.

David is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Kimberley Renee Daniels, who faithfully cared for and stayed by his side to the end. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, good friends and neighbors.

Fishing, working on cars, gardening, and talking with friends and family were some of David’s favorite pastimes. He will be dearly missed by all.

Karl Eugene Weber, age 86, of Maryville went to be with God on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Karl was born on January 15, 1937.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Ruth Weber, sister Marilyn Weeks.

He is survived by his wife Sandra Weber and his four children Jeff, Mark, Jill and Todd; daughters-in-law Sandra and Sandy, grandchildren, Jason, Tyler, Hannah, Carson; great-grandchildren Hadley and Hannah; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Hank and Annette; nieces and nephews, MaryEllen, Robert, Cris, Hank Jr, Kristi, Mike, Jarra, Jon, Karen, Glenn, Scott, Casey, Kimberly, Tim, Jon, Tanya, Matthew, Lucus, Ali, Maci, Brady, Zephanie, Zander, Zara, Zayne, Evie, Kelsie, Braydon, Gabby, Isabel, Brook and Khari.

Karl was loved by many and will be missed by all that knew him.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, October 22, 2023, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Donation to St. Jude’s in lieu of flowers.

David “Dave” Ryan Hancock, 77, of Maryville passed away on October 31, 2023.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Hancock; sons, David Hancock Jr, Doug Hancock, Justin Hancock and Skyler Hancock; daughters, Shannon Hancock, Cady Case, Mackenzie Jenkins, Patience Jenkins, and Olivia Hancock; step-daughters, Tracie Rutzinski, Lea Ann Wells, Beth Sawyer and Angela Maples; 19 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Dave was very passionate about foster care, and was a foster parent for over 20 years.

Robert J. Harvey, age 84, of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully and entered his heavenly home surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, October 31st, 2023.

Robert, “Bob” was born on August 4th, 1939, and loved the outdoors and spent most of his days by the water fishing. He was gifted in music and loved singing the gospel alongside of his wife Judy. His smile would light up the room. He retired from American Lime Stone and was a 6-and-a-half-year veteran for the United States Airforce. He dedicated the rest of his life to God, family, and fishing.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Renshaw, and his late daughter, Trina Harper.

He is survived by his wife and sweetheart of 50 years, Judy A. Harvey, daughter Tammy Harvey-Carines, son Timothy Harvey, and many loved grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A private celebration of life will be held by the immediate family at a later date.

Robert’s family would like to thank UT Hospice for their compassionate care and support throughout his quality of life.

2 Corinthians 5:8 “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.”

Matthew 11:28-30 “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart; and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Sandra Beeler Sablatura On October 26th, our Angel on Earth was called to Heaven. Sandra passed peacefully in her home after fighting a long battle with cancer.

She was preceded in death by her parents Gene and Glenda Beeler.

She was survived by her daughter Ashlyn Sablatura and son Brandon Arden. She was a loving “Amma” to her grandchildren Lainey Rose and Stella Mae Jones. She was a loving sister to her sister Sherry Sands and brother David Beeler. She will be missed dearly by her best friend and long-time neighbors Gina Cox and Ella Armes, and so many others.

She was a loving mother and friend to so many. She was hard working, outgoing, independent, and loved the outdoors and animals. She had a glow that could not be matched, and she will be missed dearly.

There will be a celebration of life held on Friday, November 10, from 3pm to 6pm at 7222 Oak Meade Rd, Powell, TN 37849.

Deborah Taylor of Knoxville, TN departed this life on November 15, 2023, at home with Amedisys Hospice Care.

She was preceded in death by her mother Irma, father David, sisters Patty and Terry, brothers Joe, Davie and Donnie.

Deborah is survived by her boyfriend Johnny, children Brandy (Shane) and Steven (April) and Taylor, nine grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren.

Special thanks to Shaunda and Renee with Amedisys of Knoxville. Big thank you to Brenda.

Janice Marie Tipton, age 72, passed away unexpectedly in her home on November 6, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Martha Jewel Long Huffstetler; sister Judy Potter; brothers Keith, Steve, Gordon, and Allen Huffstetler.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 53 years, Sidney Tipton; daughter Tina Tipton (Nicole Thomas) and grandchildren Avery and Aidan Tipton Thomas; son Kevin Tipton (Stephanie) and grandchildren, Logan Matthews (Sarah Canning) and Nathen Tipton; brothers Riley Huffstetler (Judi) and Doyle Huffstetler (Kim); brother-in-law Huse Potter; sister-in-law Belinda Sue Huffstetler and many nieces and nephews.

Janice was a lifelong resident of the Carpenter’s Campground Community and was loved by all that met her. Her smile and laughter could light up a room. She was a 1969 graduate of Everett High School where she met the love of her life and partner of 57 years. She was a stay at home mom for many years but went back to work at Sears where she made many friends. In 1996 she started working as a cashier at Wal-Mart and was a loyal employee until her retirement in 2017. After retirement, Janice loved spending time with her family, walking the Greenbelt Park, decorating for every holiday, gardening, and working in the yard.

A celebration of life will be held at Pearson Springs Pavilion Sunday November 19, 2023, from 1-3 PM. This will be a casual gathering of friends and family.

Donna Jean Gilmore, 72, of Maryville Tennessee passed away November 10, 2023.

She is survived by her husband of 49 years, David Gilmore, and children, Heather Gilmore, Summer & Clinton Bauroth, Siblings: Valerie (Mike) Couch, George Schlaud Jr, Joyce (Randy) Harris, Ruth (Ray) Hemrick, Glenn Schlaud, Lorraine Rackliff, Paul Schloud, Brenda (Bill) Sweet, Aaron Schlaud, Gail (Tim) Johnson, and many nieces and nephews.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, George Schlaud Sr., Pauline (Rhode) Schlaud, and siblings Diane Harmon, Matthew Schlaud and Brian Schlaud of Lapeer MI.

Donna was born September 16, 1951. She married the love of her life on August 24, 1974. Donna was a loving wife and devoted mother. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Laura Bales, 42, of Knoxville passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday November 24th.

She leaves to cherish her memory her 2 children Kaitlyn and Tyler Bales, husband of 18 years Ed Bales her brother Daniel Fleming bonus brothers Jeremy and David, her daddy Ron Meadows and bonus mom Darlene Meadows. Laura also leaves numerous family and friends too many to mention.

A memorial service is set for Friday December 8th at 630pm at NewLife Assembly of God East Racoon Valley Rd, Heiskel Tn

We ask that in lieu of flowers you may donate to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital (Fantasy of Trees) one of the many things Laura loved.

John David Egan age 68 of Lafayette Georgia born October 3rd 1955 passed away at his home on Friday December 1st. 

He is survived by his mother Ethel, daughter Jessie Faulkner and grandson Skyler Faulkner of Corbin Kentucky. His sister MaryJane and husband Tony of Clayton Georgia and his girlfriend Frances Smith of Powell Tennessee, along with a host of other family and friends to morne his passing.

David was an amazing person to everyone who knew him and he will be truly missed by all.