Obituaries

Nathaniel Lowery, the son of Sharon Prater Lowery and formerly of Knoxville, TN departed this life in Nashville, TN. A balloon release celebration of life service will be held, Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 5:30pm at the Boys & Girls Club, located at 317 McConnell St, Knoxville, TN 37915. Final Arrangements entrusted to Jarnigan & Son Mortuary.

Estelle Johnson, age 94, departed this life on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was a devoted member, deaconess, and first lady at Clinton Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church. She worked and loved her job as a “granny” at Fair Garden Elementary School. She also worked as a caregiver for many years.  Estelle is preceded in death by a host of relatives including her parents, John and Thula Macon; husband, Rev. C.E. Johnson; children, Tommy Johnson, Randolph Johnson, and Venissa Garner; gr

Teresa Earline Barnett, the daughter of longtime Austin East High School math teacher, Earl Barnett and Knoxville College and Pellissippi State Librarian, Copplen Laster Barnett, was born June 25, 1958 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Teresa attended Nelson Merry Elementary School in Jefferson City, Tennessee and Fair Garden Elementary in Knoxville. A very bright and articulate child, Teresa excelled academically. She was recognized for her achievement at Austin East. In her sophomor

Tracy Yvette Woodard was born September 25, 1962 to Grace Woodard and Herbert L Ware and passed away on January 1, 2026. Tracy attended and graduated from Rule High School in the class of 1980. Tracy was a cheerleader. Her rooting for the best carried over into her adult life. She was always the caring and jovial friend.  Tracy answered the call from her Heavenly Father at her home on Lula Powell Drive January 1, 2026. She is preceded in death by her father, maternal grandpar

Barry Eugene Evans, Sr. transitioned from this life on January 1, 2026. He was a man of undeniable strength—often misunderstood, yet deeply rooted in loyalty, protection, and love for his family. He was affectionately known as “Big Gorilla,” not out of fear, but out of respect for the strength he carried and the burdens he bared. Born in Knoxville, TN the twelfth child to Ruby Mae Evans November 17, 1965. Barry was a member of St.Paul Missionary Baptist Church where he was ba

Elease Lashea Suber of Knoxville, TN passed away on January 2, 2026 at UT hospital surrounded by her family who loved her. She was proceeded in death by her father Curtis Chaney, adopted mother Gwendolyn Suber and sister Nicole Suber.  She leaves to cherish her memories her mother Nancy Suber. children: Rondell Suber, Artisha Suber and Andre Emory, sister Ericka (Greg) Evans, Uncle Marshall Suber, father figure Leon Keys, nieces Shondia Suber, Dradaisha Suber, nephew Jadarius

Julia McCoy Templin transitioned from God's earthly garden surrounded by family at Lyonsview Rehabilitation Center. Family will receive friends and family Saturday, January 10, 2026 5:30pm until 6:00pm with a services to immediately follow at New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church 1933 Texas Avenue Knoxville Tennessee 37921

Mark Anthony “Tony” Whiteside, age 68, of Knoxville, entered eternal life, December 24, 2025. He was born September 18, 1957, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late Leo Willis and Dorothy Mae Steele Whiteside, Sr. Tony was educated in the Knox County School system. He graduated from Austin-East High School Class of 1975 where he excelled in playing baseball.  Tony attended Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee. Tony is preceded in death by parents, Leo and Dorothy

Laretha Renee McKnight Smith departed this world December 23, 2025 to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Laretha was born in Chicago, IL but would later make Knoxville, TN her home. She worked many years at Walgreens, Austin East High School and Holston middle school before retiring. Laretha loved spending time with family. She enjoyed telling stories and laughing with them any time that they would get together.  She mostly loved spending time with her grand and great

Carl Edward Bourne was the second child born to the late Theodore and Ruth Bourne in Pulaski, VA on March 4, 1949. He grew up there and attended the local schools. At an early age he accepted Christ at Randolph United Methodist Church.  Carl was a history enthusiast and an avid reader. He lived and worked in New Jersey for a few years.  He then moved to Knoxville in the mid 1980’s to assist his brothers Beal and Michael at Jarnigan and Sons Mortuary. He enjoyed assisting fami

Robbie Battle affectionately known as Nino, age 71 passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at her home. She was born on August 25, 1954 in Knoxville TN.  She loved dancing , music and sitting on her porch. She also loved sports and was a big fan of the Tennessee Vols and the Pittsburgh Steelers.  She was preceded in death by her parents Robinson Love and Sara Chandler. Brothers Charles, Robinson, Darryl, David, James.  She leaves to cherish her memory her daugh