Cynthia Denise Elder Askew, age 60 transitioned from our lives, Saturday, October 18, 2026. She was a graduate of Rule High School, class of 83’ Cynthia was a devoted wife, loving mother and a great grandmother. Her hobbies were cooking, dancing, listening to music & spending quality time with her family and friends. She was known by many as the life of the party. Preceded in death by grandparents, Thomas and Herlene Elder; mother, Mary “Sue” Elder; father, Hosie Dragg; a

Carrie “Bonnie” Solomon, age 75, peacefully went home to be with her Heavenly Father on October 15, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, William F. Blair and Annie Blair; son, William Solomon; nine sisters; two brothers; and cherished nieces Ngina Blair and Willie Jean Tory. Bonnie was a proud resident of Walter P. Taylor Homes for over fifty years, a breast cancer survivor, a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1969, and a retiree of ALSCO (National Linen). H

Madaisia Oceania Duncan peacefully entered into eternal rest the morning of October 1, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. Having fought the good fight, she finished her course and kept the faith. A graduate from Brainerd High School, Madaisia’s life was a beautiful testament of love, joy, and quiet strength. Her heart overflowed with love for her family and friends. She loved to party, travel, shop and cook. Her special greeting was “Hey little girl” “Hey little boy” “Be for

Sandra Jean Tate was the eldest child of the late Berchel and Evelyn Agusta Groves, born in Knoxville, TN, on February 16, 1941. She departed her earthly life on October 5, 2026, at Lyonsview Health and Rehabilitation Center. Sandra Tate was educated in the Knoxville City School System. After earning a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Tennessee, she became a classroom teacher and later taught Talented and Gifted students. She received her master’s degree

In Loving Memory of LaFrance David McBee It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of LaFrance David McBee, who departed this life on September 30, 2026, at the age of 61. LaFrance was born on November 12, 1964, to Shirley Ann Walden and John Davis LaFrance was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Shirley Walden; his father, John Davis; his grandparents, Frederick Smith and Rufus Thompson; his sister, Becky McBee; and Mother/Father in law