All Obituaries

John T. Worth Jr., age 85, of Maryville, died Sunday, February 22, at UT Hospital. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Rob Spirko, of Maryville, Tenn.; son and daughter-in-law, John T. Worth III and Hanako Kobayashi, of Nashville; grandchildren, Joe Worth of Redondo Beach, California, and Hannah and Zeke Spirko of Maryville; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joy B. Worth. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, John ...

Barbara Ann (Ardry) Scruggs, lovingly known to everyone as “Bobbie” passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 20, 2026 at the age of 79 in Maryville, Tennessee. A lifelong Tennessean, she was born on September 6, 1946 in Hickman County, Tennessee to Robert Hardin Ardry and Dorothy Mai Trotter. Bobbie was a graduate of Hickman County High School. On June 5, 1976 she married the love of her life, Goldie Ray Scruggs. Together they built a life centered on ...

Betty Jo McCammon, age 91, of Rockford, died Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the family home. Betty dedicated many years of her career to A&P Grocery Stores, where she served as a respected manager. She was known for her strong work ethic, leadership, and commitment to serving her community. A faithful member of Rockford Baptist Church, Betty’s life was grounded in her faith and devotion to her church family. In addition to her professional life and faith, Betty was an ...

William Lewis Sands, 81, of California, KY passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Maryville, TN on February 18, 2026. Bill was born on May 6, 1944, to his parents Claude and Janie Hazel (Breeden) Sands. He spent many years as a factory worker. He loved hunting, spending time with his grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. He was a wonderful husband and father. He loved all his family and would always say “I love everyone, always and ...

Joe Everett (Joey) DeLozier III, age 61, passed away on January 31, 2026. He was born in Maryville, Tennessee, and grew up on the family farm. Joe worked several years in the logging business and loved the outdoors. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Everett DeLozier Jr., and his sister, Jama DeLozier. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Gail McDonell DeLozier; his brothers, Jerry Wayne DeLozier (wife Angela) and Jeremiah Joshua DeLozier; his loving niece Taylor McKenzie ...

Juan Francisco Overstreet Galeano, 51, passed away on January 28th, 2026.  Juan was born in Bluefields, Nicaragua. He was the first born and only son of Mayra Galeano de Overstreet and John Wesley Overstreet. He was the older brother to Alicia and Michel, and father to Grace and Carlos. The Overstreet family moved from Nicaragua to Sevierville TN in 1985 where Juan attended Caton's Chapel Elementary and Gatlinburg-Pittman High School. During his school years he enjoyed sports including ...

Donald Holbert, age 79 of Maryville, passed away January 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Donnie retired from the University of TN Maintenance Dept after 42 years of employment. He was a lifelong tractor enthusiast and President of the Heritage Tractor and Engine Club.       Preceded in death by his parents, E.C. and Imogene Holbert. His wife Nancy Peterson Holbert, children Christy Lynne and Angel Denise. Step children John Frank and Donna Payne.   ...

Laurie W. Smalley, age 73, died peacefully Tuesday January 27 at her home in Maryville TN.  Laurie was born in Memphis, Tennessee, the only daughter of Anton John "Johnny" and Rachel Willemssen. A graduate of White Station High School in Memphis, she earned a Masters Degree in English from Memphis State University, and went on to get her nursing degree from Motlow State. She worked as a Registered Nurse for 40+ years, and spent much of her career as a home health and hospice ...

Brian Wade Hembree, age 68, of Sevierville, died Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Smoky Mountain Health & Rehab. Brian worked as a head technician in the HVAC trade. He was a hard and fast worker, known for being very thorough and taking pride in doing a job right. Music was his passion, and he especially loved playing the guitar. Brian loved his children deeply. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cherokee and Cricket Hembree; stepdaughter, Kristin Pickens; and grandmother, Emma ...