Sherri Dean (Best) McCall finished her ministry and mission of loving and serving others in this life, on April 25, 2025. She grew up in the Friendsville Community and attended William Blount High School, the University of Tennessee and Lincoln Memorial University, where she earned her undergraduate and advanced degrees, respectively. As a lifelong Blount Countian, Sherri’s legacy of service includes over thirty collective years as an educator in Blount County and Maryville City Schools, where she taught business and culinary arts. She also had a passion and love for music, worship, cooking, rocking babies in the church nursery, fellowshipping with friends, mentoring other teachers, and building lasting relationships with her much-loved students. Most of all, Sherri loved being a devoted mother and a loyal, faithful friend to all. She will be especially remembered for her unselfish and generous spirit, her delightful sense of humor, and her ample and robust laughter, which brought much joy and fun to the lives of all who knew her. Sherri lived her personal testimony of faith every day by loving others just like Jesus does. In doing so, she was a dependable and steadfast rock of support to everyone in her life. She always anticipated the needs of others before her own, and she continuously showed up in the lives of her beloved people as a willing helper, caring friend, and fierce advocate. Sherri’s father, Dean Best and her sister-in-law, Lisa Best, preceded her passing. She will be greatly missed by her surviving children, Jessi and Joey McCall, her mother Linda Best, her brothers Gary and Dale (Katie) Best, several adored nieces and nephews, and her children’s father, Doug McCall. Sherri also leaves an indelible and loving mark on the lives of many cherished friends, colleagues, and countless former students that she leaves behind. Family and friends will gather to celebrate and honor Sherri by receiving friends from 5-7 PM on Thursday, May 1 st at Maryville Church of Christ (611 Sherwood Drive, Maryville, TN 37801) with funeral service to immediately follow. Graveside service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, May 2 nd at Union Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery (1151 Lane Drive, Friendsville, TN 37737). Tony Taylor will be officiating services, with Blount Funeral and Cremation in charge of arrangements.

Winston (Jim) Hill went home to be with our Lord and Savior on April 20, 2025. He was a longtime servant in the US Army, retiring with Honors. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Past Master of three Masonic Lodges. Member of the Scottish Rite and past President of the National Sojourners. He leaves behind his faithful and loving wife Gisela, son Thomas (wife Darby), sister Donna, brother Douglas, Preceded in death by sons, Roger and William; parents, Harold and Helen, sisters Mary and Betty. Receiving of friends at Pleasant Grove Baptist Grove Baptist Church from 2PM to 3PM on May 4th, with services following.





Barbara Jean Proctor age 82 of Seymour, Tennessee, went to be with her Lord and savior on March 28th,2025. She left this life at her home surrounded by loving family.  Born July 2nd,1942 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Barbara was a baptized and a devoted Christian. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

The family finds comfort in the words of Revelation 21:4; “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more, mourning and crying and pain will be no more."

Barbara always wanted to be a wife and a mother with a big family as she was an only child and she did just that. She poured every ounce of love she had to give into her family.  She raised her kids and helped raise many of her grandchildren and loved every minute of it. Barbara also had many accomplishments. She was a high school graduate. She won several drag races on the weekends at the racetrack with her husband, Keith. Many years later she went back to school, at the age of 69. She attended Pellissippi State Community College where she graduated with an Associates of Science with a focus in forensics.
She had a love for all things Disney and spent many summers in Orlando Florida on family vacations. Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit remains ever present in our lives. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished. It is not a goodbye but a "see you later".

She was proceeded in death by her mother Edith McColister and her loving husband Keith Proctor of 52 Years.

She is survived by her beloved kids Teresa Everett and husband David of Maryville; Melissa Pendleton and husband Scott of Seymour; Keith Proctor and wife Janaye of Knoxville; and Nicholas Proctor and wife Nichole of Harriman.
She is also survived by her many grandkids and great grandkids who she loved and adored so much. Ashton Sexton and husband Ryan and great granddaughter Annalea of Powell; Mitchell Everett wife Amanda and great grandchildren Jackson and (baby girl Everett) of Knoxville; Zachary Pendleton wife Hannah and great grandchildren Abigail and (baby Pendleton) of Alcoa; Madison Everett of Maryville; Tyler Proctor of Farragut; Kylie and Liam Proctor of Harriman; Amelia and Hunter Proctor of Powell.

Family and friends will gather for a celebration of life at Blount Funeral and Cremation, 2730 Highway 411 S, Maryville, TN 37801, on Saturday April 5th at 3:30 pm.

Jerry Glenn Millsaps, age 71 of Friendsville, TN passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 surrounded by family.  Jerry graduated from Friendsville High School in 1971 and started his 26 year military career in the Army, transitioning to Air Force, retired as CMSgt with the Kansas National Guard at the 190th ARW.  Jerry was preceded in death by son Travis; Parents, Loyd C. and Norma Jean Millsaps; Sister and Brother-in-law Connie and Randall Travis.  Survived by daughter Jennifer; sons Trent (Tracy), Jake and Colton; grandchildren, Cody, Mayce, Jayden, Janelle, Jagger. Siblings Chuck (Brenda) Millsaps, Joann (Tater) Wells, Diana (Roy) Clendenen, many nieces & nephews; extended family and extensive military family.  The family will receive friends on Monday, March 31, 2025 from 5pm-7pm at Immanuel Baptist Church, service at 7PM.  Family and friends will assemble at 1:00 PM, April 1, 2025 at Grandview Cemetery for the internment, Military Services.

Minnie Burns, 74, who made this world brighter and a better place, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025. A celebration of life will be held on March 16, 2025 at 2PM located at First Apostolic Church, 1331 William Blount Dr, Maryville, TN, 37801. www.blountfuneralandcremation.com

Charles S. Johnson, 36 years old. Proceeding in death by: L.F. and Kathleen Johnson (Paternal Grandparents) Curtis Grant (Maternal Grandfather) Betty Grant (Mamaw) with living survivors of Myra Hart (Maternal Grandmother) Tara Grant (Mother) and Scottie Johnson (father). Leaving behind the loves of his life were Katrina Johnson (wife), two daughters, Mackenzie Hoewing and Elizabeth Johnson, his niece Eva Porter. Charlie was a loving father and husband. He enjoyed doing family activities such as: hiking, playing games, secretly gaming, and blowing up fireworks on the fourth of July.

Words cannot express the hurt and pain this family will have from missing such an important, loving, kind, caring, strong person in their lives.

But rest assured he had given them loving memories to cherish. The love they know he had for them that he showed while alive to help them move forward with hearing his words of encouragement.

Always and forever,

Until we meet again

Viewing/receiving, Friday, March 7th 2PM-4PM

Celebration of Life, Friday, March 7th 4PM

At Blount Funeral and Cremation

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Anthony Ivan Patterson (Tony), 58 of Rockford was called home at Blount Memorial Hospital on Sunday February 9th, 2025. Tony was born on April 5, 1966 in Detroit Michigan. In the prime of his life if he wasn't in the woods, you could find him either at the bowling alley, skating rink, golf course, or softball field. At any one of those, you wouldn't leave without cutting up at one of his jokes.  He loved anything as long as it involved outdoors. Tony is proceeded in death by his dad Robert Patterson, and brother Jerry Patterson. Tony is survived by wife Terri Patterson, daughters Paige (Greg) Meredith, Alecia (Cody) Ray, Kiersten (CJ) Tallent. Grandchildren Mason Ray, Alexa Tallent, Beau, Mara Meredith. Mother Helen Self. Sister Patrica (Dale) Proffitt. Nieces and nephews Brandon Proffitt, Logan Proffitt, Sean Brown, and countless friends. Celebration of life will be held Saturday March 1, 2025 4pm-7pm at Hopewell Baptist Church fellowship hall, 526 Hopewell Road Maryville, Tennessee. www.blountfuneralandcremation.com

Lucinda Weaver Coffey (Grammy) of Alcoa passed peacefully on Saturday 1/18/2025.  Lucinda was born in Yakima, Washington on November 6,1942. She lived in numerous states during her life Washington, California, Arizona, Arkansas, and Tennessee. She had friends everywhere she went. She and her loving husband of 36 years GR Coffey traveled all over the US in their RV.  They were avid Bluegrass enthusiasts and attended festivals wherever they could find them. They loved traveling throughout the US and Mexico. She was an amazing seamstress and made so many beautiful clothes and quilts for family and friends. She was the Queen of zucchini bread. She attended many churches and always found one wherever she moved. She was a proud God-fearing Christian woman.  Alzheimers may have taken many of her memories, but it did not take away her sweet disposition and love for others. She always had a smile and kind words to say about everyone. She was a fierce and loyal friend. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years GR Coffey, parents George & Lorraine Weaver, brothers George Patrick Weaver and Fred Weaver, and grandson Kevin Cooper.

She is survived by her son Bud (Tracey) Cooper, Son David Dean Cooper, daughter Ginger (Robert) Campo. Sisters in law Carol (Van) Bubel, Dawn Weaver & Wanda Weaver. Nephew Mark Bubel. Grandchildren Victoria Cooper, Anthony Campo, Deanna Campo, & Allie Campo. She had one great grandchild, Waylon Cooper. 

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Foothills Transitional Care for taking care of her since May 2023.  They took care of her like she was their own grandmother. We greatly appreciate all the love you all showed her for the last 7 months. 

There will be no services. Grammy did not want a funeral. We will honor her wishes. She will be cremated.  Her ashes will be mixed with beloved GR's and we will fulfill the rest of her wishes in the spring. 

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Dakota Dale Hinton left his family and friends on January 11, 2025. Dakota was fun-loving, charismatic, and creative. He enjoyed nature walks, music, cooking, reading, and keeping us entertained with stories of his antics, his pranks, his hopes and ideas. While Dakota struggled with finding his place in this world, he was proud of his accomplishments, his children, and his service in the Army. He had many friends who will miss his presence and his laughter. And our family will find it difficult to fill the void that's been left in our hearts. 

Dakota is preceded in death by Grandma Sue Hinton and father-in-law Joe Kania. He is survived by his mother Patty Hinton, wife Jodie Hinton, and Grandfather Dick Hinton. Dakota has 5 children, Kali and Skyler of Oklahoma, and Nolen, Beau, and Nile of Indiana. He is also survived by brother and sisters Shawn Burkhardt, Kelly Modlin and Jessie Bogner, loving aunts Beth Anth and Angie Fair (and honorary aunt Tracy Austin), and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

He is already so deeply missed.

Mary Lynn Miller, born July 25, 1943, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, departed life January 18, 2025. Married to Ralph Francis Miller, February 8, 1964. Resided in Tennessee, and raised two boys, Kevin and Patrick. Mary is preceded in death by Mother, Edith Starcher, Father, William Raulston, and Brother, Arthur Bushey. Mary is survived by son, Kevin Miller, wife, Tabitha, and grandchildren, Caroline, Kaeden, and Claire. Son, Patrick Miller, wife, Stacy, sisters, Kimmie and Debbie.

Mary will be remembered as a loving wife and mother, wonderful cook, and a tireless worker.

Receiving of friends, Sunday, January 26, 2025, from 2:00pm-3:00pm, with service following at 3:00pm. Location at Blount Funeral and Cremation, 2730 US HWY 411 S, Maryville, TN 37801.

In lieu of flowers, donate to TN Alzheimers Association.

Timothy “Tim” Howard Gray, 59, of Knoxville, TN passed away at home on Friday, January 17, 2025. Overall, Tim’s life was typified by prayer and passionately serving others. He undoubtedly treasured and provided for his family. Tim shared the gospel at every opportunity, in his day-to-day life and while on mission trips to Ireland, the island of Chuuk, Canada, Mexico, and Maine. He enjoyed things like landscaping, fishing, golfing, biking, going on trips with his family, and learning about and collecting pieces of history. He will be greatly missed.

Tim was preceded in death by his father, Thomas “Tom” William Gray and his older brother, William “Bill” Watson Gray. Tim is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Stacey Lynn Gray, his three cherished children: Sydney Reneé Zurowski (John), Savannah Rose Sides (Garrett), and Donovan Timothy Gray, his kindhearted mother Patsy Ann Gray, his siblings Thomas “Tom” Walter Gray (Shelley) and Patricia “Patty” Ann Magnee, his nephews Hayden Magnee (Samantha) and Matt Magnee, and his half-sisters Patti Wiles and Terri Maples. 

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 4-6 p.m. at River Oaks Community Church (1220 Brown School Rd, Maryville, TN 37804) with a memorial service immediately following.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Fundraiser by Savannah Gray : Support for Tim Gray's Memorial Service to help cover memorial costs and support Stacey Gray as she transitions into this new time of life without her beloved husband, Timothy.

The family also extends profound gratitude to all of those friends and family who have diligently served, prayed for, and loved Tim and his family during the progression of his illness and in his final days. You all are the hands and feet of Jesus.

Wendell Allen (Scrapper) Campbell passed away at home on Friday, January 10, 2025. He was an active member of Broadway Baptist Church for 76 years and a member of ALCOA 25-year club. Proceeded in death by parents E.W. and Ida Mae Campbell; sister Judy Anderson; and son Jeffrey Lee Campbell. Survived by his wife, Carol, the love of his life for more than 61 years; son Mike (Sheith): grandsons Cade; Chase (Ryleigh); great grandson Finn all of Columbus, OH; best sister-in-law ever Sharon (Bob) Carter of Maryville; niece Kristie (Anthony) Partridge of Alcoa and a host of friends and church family. Visitation Thursday January 16th, 2025, at 10AM-12PM Funeral service will be at 12PM at Broadway Baptist Church; 2329 East Broadway; Maryville, Tn 37804. Pastor Tony Collins and Pastor Steve Mouzon officiating. Interment will be at 1PM at Grandview Pavilion; 2316 Graves Rd, Maryville, TN 37803. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Scrapper's name to Broadway Baptist Church Mission Fund. The family wishes to thank Blount Hospice (Echo, Sheila, Jan, Hiroko and also Katie for their compassionate care of our loved one. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalms 23:6 KJV www.blountfuneralandcremation.com

Stephanie Jewell Hunt, 47, of Knoxville, TN has passed away on Dec. 29, 2024. Stephanie, daughter of Shelley Crowe and Leo Stringer, had succumbed to her long battle with mental health issues and took her own life.

She is survived by her only son, Ethan Hunt, and her mother, Shelley Crowe, both of Alcoa, TN. Outside of Tennessee, Stephanie is survived by her brother, Chris Blythe of California, and her father, Leo Stringer of Texas. Extended family also includes her uncles: Shelby Blythe and Monty Moore. She was also lasted by her longtime companion of the same age, Torrey Harris.

Stephanie spent the final 17 years of her life serving as a phlebotomist at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. It also worth mentioning her few years volunteering in the Blount County Rescue Squad. Due to “Steph” having a jovial and strong presence, she had created many friends in her work environment that may never forget her. Steph had spent her most of her youth in California, where she had crafted numerous special bonds with those that admired her bright presence. Stephanie would want to be remembered as a strong, exuberant, and outgoing spirit that positively impacted the lives of all those around her, while still keeping her fighting nature for as long as she could.

At her request, there will be no official service. For her family and friends, keep Stephanie Hunt in your thoughts and exemplify her as the person her loved ones remember her for.

RIP Stephanie Jewell Hunt, we loved you.

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EVELYN WARD ROSS

Evelyn Ward Ross, of Maryville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 28, 2024. She was raised in Lenoir City and attended the University of Tennessee. Evelyn moved to Maryville after her marriage to her beloved husband Michael in 1977. They celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary this past year. She was a blessing everywhere she went, a beautiful and extremely elegant lady. Her faith, family and friends were central to her life. Evelyn was a member of First United Methodist Church in Maryville. Her smile, kind heart, and sense of humor are unforgettable. Evelyn was preceded in death by parents, James S. and Lexie Pauline Ward. She is survived by her husband, Michael L. Ross; sister, Verginia Ward Eckert; and nieces and nephews, Brian (Audra) Eckert, Greta (Daniel) Basham, Jill (Tim) McPherson, Laura (Dwight) Ross, Julia (David) Ross, Jeff (Jennifer) Ross, Leanne (Isidor) Ross, Susan (Pete) Ross, Jon (Tonya) Ross, and Rebecca Jordan who all loved her dearly.

On Friday, January 10, 2024, the family will receive friends from 3-5 pm followed by a Celebration of Life at First United Methodist Church of Maryville, 804 Montvale Station Rd., Maryville, TN, 37803.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to First United Methodist Church, Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries, or St. Jude Children's Hospital.