Kerry Antonio Dorsett, age 65, passed away on November 5, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on July 19, 1961, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Kerry was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and nephew. He will be fondly remembered for his great sense of humor, his love of basketball, and the memories he created with those who knew and loved him. Kerry was preceded in death by his loving mother, Annie Dorsett; his father, John Charles Jr.; his stepfather,

William Luther McGhee was born on November 16,1957, in Athens, Tennessee to William and Mary Elizabeth McGhee. He attended Athens City Schools and McMinn County High School. As a young adult, Luther proudly served his country in both the Armed Forces and the National Guard. He was a skilled brick mason and a true jack of all trades when it came to building and repairing things. There was very little Luther couldn’t fix. Whether it was working on a building ,repairing a car,

In loving memory of Tonya "Michele" Barton Shell, who passed away on October 29, 2026, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her. Born on August 18, 1976, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Michele was the beloved middle daughter of Lincoln and Marcia Barton. She radiated warmth, kindness and fierce qualities that defined her life and endeared her to family and friends. Michele was the devoted wife of Kenya Tonile "Chester" Shell, with whom she shared twelve beautiful

Born in 1942 in Knoxville, Tennessee, to John and Fannie Mae (Adams) Weaver, Mattie G. Weaver Washington was the seventh of ten children. Growing up in a large family helped shape her deep appreciation for family, togetherness, and the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships throughout life. She graduated from Austin High School in 1960 and continued her education at Knoxville College, earning her Bachelor of Education in 1966. She was the first in her family to at

A Life Well Lived Helen Hamilton was born on March 17, 1931, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Helen Elizabeth Mallory and Victor Morris. She was raised in Knoxville, where she attended the historic Austin High School, class of 1949. Helen was a hardworking and dedicated woman who took pride in her work. Throughout her career, she served as a laboratory technician at the TN Lab state in Knoxville, TN. A machinist at the Robert Shaw, where she eventually retired in 1997. Her strong