Obituaries
Frances Carpenter
Frances Carpenter, 88, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to her family. She was born on February 23, 1938, in Corning, Ohio, to Leslie and Frances Martin. In 1947, Frances moved with her family to...
Gerald Joseph Hinkel
Gerald Joseph Hinkel, age 84, of Sevierville, passed away on June 11, 2026. Gerald was known most of his life for owning a tire business. He also served in the Army from 1964 to 1967. He was preceded in death by his parents; William and Lucille Hinkel, his older...
Erica Lynn Bentley
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Erica Lynn Bentley, a beloved daughter, family member, and friend whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of so many. Erica was a strong-willed woman who embraced life with determination, courage, and...
Terry Lynn Vaught
Terry Lynn Vaught (Scharff), 63 passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026 with her mother and family by her side. Terry was a strong woman, daughter and mother, with a beautiful and outspoken soul. Terry was born July 2, 1962 in Knoxville, TN to June (Donnahoo)...
Nancy Fernander
Nancy Fernander, Age 78, of Sevier County, passed away on March 28, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1948 in Miami Beach, Florida to Oliver and Selena Warrick. She attended Miami Beach Senior High School and retired after a career of teaching for the Head Start...
Stanley Charles Ogle
Stanley Charles Ogle, age 71, from Sevierville, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. Stanley is survived by his devoted wife, Kathy Ogle; sons, Brian (Alicia) Ogle and James Gibson;...
Judy Ann Wear
Judy Ann Wear, age 70, passed away on March 2, 2026, surrounded by love. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lola; her father, Samuel; and her son, Chucky. She survived by her son, Jason; her brothers; and her cherished grandchildren, Hayley and Preston. Judy was...
James (Jimmy) W. Spence
James (Jimmy) W. Spence, age 82, of Sevierville passed away on February 26, 2026 after a brief illness at home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mynatt and Nelle Spence, brothers Harold Gene & Max Spence and sister Susan Spence, his daughter Donna...
Tina Irene Huskey
Age 62, of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, passed away on January 24, 2026, in Sevierville Tennessee. Tina was a beloved daughter and sister, a mother figure to Sherry, and a friend to many who were fortunate enough to know her. She had a warm, funny spirit and a heart that...
Nicholas Ryan Vaughn
Nicholas Ryan Vaughn, of Sevier County, was born on October 12, 1984, and passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. He was taken from us far too soon and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Nick had a true passion for fixing things—whether it was cars,...