Obituary for Whitney Smithers

WHITNEY P.S. SMITHERS

Whitney Smithers, 75 of Knoxville, TN, passed suddenly, February 25, 2021.

Whitney graduated from Austin High School. He retired from the University Medical Center. He had a passion for Barber/ Cosmetologist, aquarists and crafts. He was one of a kind, a man of many gifts, talents and great sense of humor.

Preceded in death by parents, Henry and Ruth Smithers; sons, Benjamin Smithers, Kevin Jones and devoted cousin, Betty Summerour.

Survived by loving and devoted wife, Carolyn Smithers; brother, Henry Smithers Jr.; daughters, Janyce Walker, Knoxville, and Rashaun Owens, Atlanta, GA; three grandchildren, Layian Walker, Tyreek Barnes and Kylie Owens, both of Knoxville; devoted cousins, Eddie Bailey and Mary Holland.

Mr. Smithers was laid to rest, Friday, March 5, 2021.
Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY

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