Obituaries in Lenoir City, TN

Michael William Whetsel, age 80, of Sunbright, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on January 9, 2026. Mike was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy.Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Eva Leathers.He is survived by his...

Jimmy Wade Parks age 67 of Lenoir City - Better known as Tex met his Heavenly Savior on January 8, 2026. He was born March 6, 1958 to Carson Parks and Bea Goodwyn Parks in Port Arthur, Texas. Tex was known as Hillbilly Tex to his Trucker Friends all over the U.S. He was also known as the neighbor...

Stephen (Steve) Johnson, age 71, from Loudon Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026 with his loving wife Sue by his side.   Steve was diagnosed with cancer in January 2024 and battled the disease bravely.Steve was born in Waterloo Iowa on March 4, 1954 to Elizabeth and Eldon ...

Laura Smallen Graves, age 85 of Lebanon, TN , formerly of Lenoir City passed January 11, 2026. She was born October 8, 1940.Preceded in death by her daughter, Robin Smallen; parents, Jim and Mildred Duggan; and her sister, Dana McDonald.Laura worked for Yale Security for 44 years. Her greatest joys ...

Judith (Judy) Smith Valentini passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, with her loving husband of 62 years by her side. Judy was born on April 7, 1942, to Louis and Elizabeth Smith in Lutherville, MD. She is survived by her devoted husband, Theodore, Sr., children; Ted, Jr. (Sonie), Laura (Fr...

Mary Mallicote, age 82 of Lenoir City formerly of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on January 5, 2026. She was a devoted Christian woman who was passionate about her faith and taking care of her husband and family. She and her husband, Jim were blessed with more than 60 years of marriage. Mary ...

Virgil A. Graening, age 89 of Loudon, Tennessee passed away January 28, 2026.Virgil was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who showed unconditional love to his family. He was a Charter Member of Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Tellico Village. Virgil worked in...

James Franklin Luffman, born on October 19, 1943, went peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior on January 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A born-again believer, James lived his life grounded in faith and the truth of God’s Word. As his earthly journey came to a close, his...

A livestream of the service will be available HERE.  The stream should begin approximately 15 minutes before the start of the service.Jo Ann Tuck Laughlin age 91 of Lenoir City passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026. Jo Ann enjoyed working in her yard and was an avid U. T. Sports Fan and Dodge...

James Lamar Waldrop, age 84, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026. James served in the Army National Guard for many years. Yet, he was most notably known as the Owner of Waldrop Auto Service on Highway 70 West since 1967, helping many customers and friends with his mechanical knowledge.James was an...

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David Wolfenbarger Sr., age 68 of Seymour passed away January 21, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. David was a man of deep character and unwavering integrity. His life was marked by passion, generosity, and unrelenting love for those he held dear. David was...