Clyde Armstrong Moore, Sr. was born on August 29, 1955 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Lavonia Moore and Melvin Tate. In 1958, his mother married the late Charles Lee Moore, who was a loving and devoted stepfather until his passing in 2007.  Clyde departed this life on September 18, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.

He accepted Christ at an early age and was a lifelong member of Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church, where he served as a past Trustee Board member. Clyde was educated in the Knoxville public school system, graduating from Holston High School in 1973. He earned an Associate Degree from the Technology of Engineering School and was employed as an Engineering Associate at Knoxville Utilities Boards (KUB) for 42 years.

Clyde was a dedicated and devoted pillar in the Carter community. He began coaching middle school football at Carter in 1995, then coached on the high school team from 1998 until his untimely death. As the Assistant Coach, he coached the defensive line, whom he referred to as the “Nasty Dogs.” Clyde’s career spanned decades and several generations, coaching his son and grandson, who began coaching with him this season.

Clyde was united in marriage in 1977 to Valentina Faye Chesney and to their union two children were born: Talesha and Clyde, Jr.

Clyde was preceded in death by his father, Charles Lee Moore; brother, Wendell (Chuckie) Tate; father-in-law, Paul Henry Chesney; grandparents: Everett & Eula Moore, Roosevelt & Lille Driscol, and Theodore & Beulah Tate; and special aunt, LaFreda Odom.

Clyde leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Valentina Chesney Moore; his mother, Lavonia Moore; father, Melvin (Mary) Tate; mother-in-law, Almeta Chesney; his daughter, Talesha (Brandon) Littlejohn; son, Clyde (Whitney) Moore, Jr.; devoted grandson, Davontae Moore; and grandchildren: Jonathan & Serenity Littlejohn and Hudson & Henry Moore; six sisters: Chriscilla Moore, Candace (Terance) Washington, Vanessa Smith, Vanessa “Peaches” Tate, Kristy Tate and Beverly Moore; one brother, Gregory Tate; sisters-in-law: Lula (William) Chesney-Young, Cassie (James) Bowie and Paulette Bowie; and a host of other family and special friends too numerous to name.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 22, 2019 from 3-5 PM at Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church [3800 Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue, Knoxville] with the funeral service to follow.  The final resting place will at Sherwood Memorial Gardens [3176 Airport Hwy, Alcoa] on Monday, September 23, 2019 at 1 PM. A white dove release will conclude the services.

Donations can be made to the Carter High School Football Booster Club.

Estella Patton Goode of Knoxville, age 101, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 16, 2019.  She was born on April 22, 2019 in Eagleville, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Lillie Jordan Patton; nine siblings; and daughter, Mollie Bussey. Those left behind to honor her memory is her daughter, Margaret Goode [of Atlanta, GA]; grandchildren: Vincent Bussey [of Los Angeles, California], Alvin (Carol) Bussey [of Clinton Township, MI], and Seleslie Goode [of Knoxville, TN]; great-grandchildren: Lance Steele, Alecia Fears, Chiquita Bussey [all from Detroit, MI], Jayjuan Mitchell, Jaquez (Jonasia) Mitchell, and Essence Goode [all from Knoxville, TN]; and great-great-granddaughter, Aayliah [of Detroit, MI]. The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church, 546 College St, Knoxville, with the Homegoing Celebration to follow with Rev. Elliott Webb officiating.  The final resting place will be at Crestview Cemetery following the service.  A white dove release will conclude the services.

William “Twig” Bailey, III, age 64, of Knoxville, TN, departed this life September 5, 2019. “Twig” was a loving and devoted husband and father. He was fun to be around, very spontaneous and was always full of jokes. He was the “light” of the crowd and never met a stranger. He always kept a smile on his face and never complained about anything. He accepted Christ as his Savior and became a member of Cherry Street Church of God. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Eddie and Mary Emma Cade; parents, William and Annie Mae Bailey; and father-in-law, William Tillery, Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Juanita Bailey; mother-in-law, Myrtle Louise Tillery; his daughter, Kristie (Fred) Blevins [of Knoxville]; stepchildren: Mark Latham [Norcross, GA] and Kantisha (Keith) Morris [Murfreesboro, TN]; brother, Alvin (LeRoyce) Bailey; sisters: Verne Bailey [Chattanooga, TN], Yolanda Bailey, Sandra (Jerry) Waterson [Knoxville, TN] and Shirley Bailey [Orange, NJ]; grandchildren: Randall Tillery, Keith Morris, Jr., Frenando Blevins, Cassidy Morris, Kristen Blevins and Jairus Blevins; and a host of cherished family to include uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and friends whom he loved dearly; extended families to include the Tillery’s. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 13, 2019 from 12 PM to 1 PM at Cherry Street Church of God, 729 S. Cherry St, Elder Satterfield as Pastor. The Celebration of Life Service will follow. The final resting place will be at Mount Olive Cemetery following the service.  A white dove release will conclude the services. The family is gathering at the home of 2404 Dodson Avenue, Knoxville.

Rodney Allan Creswell Sr., age 54, departed this life on September 3, 2019 at Fort Sanders Medical Center. He was a member of Children of God Ministries Church of God in Christ. He is preceded in death by his father, John Henry Creswell, I (1999); his brother, John Henry Creswell, II (2010); and his sister, Bianca Broughton (2007). He leaves to cherish his memory his mother: Violetha Creswell; his children: Tia Fuller (Dominique), Rodney Creswell Jr., and Joyè Wesley; stepdaughter, Twanessa (Darnell) Andrews; two grandchildren; siblings, Brian Creswell, Sr., Kenzel Creswell, Marinita Creswell and Corey Creswell, Sr.; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 14, 2019 from 1-2 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with the Celebration of Life Service to follow with Superintendent Phillip Hamilton, Sr., officiating. The final resting place will be at Mount Olive Cemetery following the service. A white dove release will conclude the services.

Jeffery Allen (“Snakie”) Wagoner was born December 10, 1958 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He peacefully made his transition on Sunday, July 28, 2019 to his Heavenly Home. He grew up in the Mechanicsville- College Homes Area and later attended Austin East High School. Jeffery received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior many years ago, and it was very evident in his personality and loving demeanor. He loved having access to connect with family and friends through Facebook where he oftentimes expressed his love for Christ and all those he came in contact with. “Snakie,” as affectionately known by family and close friends, was a fun-loving, kind, tender-hearted man that loved his family, friends and especially his mom Jack “Granny” as he called her. You could see him often and regularly taking his mom, family members and other residents in the community to and from their various appointments and specific needs. His smile and laughter were infectious, contagious and will be greatly missed. Jeffery was truly loved by his large close-knit family and dearest friends. There will be an immense void in their hearts without his physical presence, but they rejoice knowing he’s at peace and will forever be with them in spirit as his memory continues. He leaves to cherish & celebrate his memory his devoted mother, Ona (Jack) Campbell; brothers: Anthony (Regenia) Campbell, Ronald Wagoner, Richard (Beverly) Campbell  [all of Knoxville, TN]; sisters: Angela Campbell [of Johnson City], Andrea Campbell and Patrice Campbell [both of Knoxville]; special dear friends: Jonny Ross-Foxworth (“Pretty Girl,” his affectionate name for her), Lewis Agnew, Kimberlyn Bailey and Jessica Clemons; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 3, 2019 from 2-3 PM at Eternal Life Harvest Center with the Celebration of Life Service to follow with Minister Beverly Campbell officiating.

Billy Frank Robinson, age 59, of Knoxville, passed away on July 27, 2019 at his residence. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He is survived by his loving wife, Connie Reaves-Robinson; children, sisters, brother, other relatives, friends and all who loved him. The service to honor his life will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 9:30 AM at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, John Sevier Highway, Knoxville.

Joyce Moore-Burton, born October 22, 1955, surrounded by family went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2019. Joyce had the warmest smile and biggest sense of humor. She fought the good fight and was beloved by her family. She was preceded in death by her sister, Penny Loraino Moore and father, Howard Moore. Joyce is survived by her mother Shirley Moore; children, Anthony (Tandalyn) Burton and Penny Elaine Moore; sisters, Tawanda (Thomas) Tucker, Lisa Moore, and Sylvia Woolfolk; grandchildren: Justyce, Tony, Micah, Aryanna, Arielle, Naiyah, Camryn, and Naomi; niece and nephew, Tiffany and Tawayne Tucker. She will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, July 19 at Unity Mortuary. Graveside service to be held Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Sherwood Memorial Gardens.The family will assemble Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home to process to the cemetery.

Decision Leron-Alexander Kennedy, descendent of Jacob, heir to the throne of Israel, earned his right to rest on July 10, 2019. He was born at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Decision was a very happy child whose smile and spirit captivated any and everyone who knew him. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Lonnie Johnson; great-grandfathers, Charles Whitman and Donald Spears, Sr.; and great-great-grandfather Joseph Godon. He is survived by parents, Ronnie Kennedy and Martika Johnson; brothers: Jermaine Johnson and Nacioun Johnson; sisters, Dream Johnson and Loyal Kennedy; grandparents: Courtney (Michelle Spears) Thomas, Ron Kennedy and Jamesena Johnson; great-grandparents, Joequetta Kennedy, Brenda Whitman and Mae B. Nance; great-great-grandmother, Thelma Gordon; host of aunts, cousins and loved ones to numerous to name; uncles, Zayin Yasharahla, Marquise Spears and Josh Kennedy. The family will receive friends on Friday, July 19, 2019 from 1-2 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with the Celebration of Life to follow with Pastor Fredrick Brabson, Sr., officiating. The final resting place will be at Mount Olive Cemetery following the service. A white dove release will conclude the services.

Terry V. Adams, born October 6, 1960 in Darien, Georgia to the late Agnes Smith Noble and Tommie Adams, went home to be with the Lord on July 8, 2019. She was educated in Darien and Brunswick Georgia County Schools and moved to Knoxville to pursue a degree at Knoxville College. Terry was a former employee of Knox County Schools, Meleleuca, and most recently East TN Personal Care Services. Terry accepted Christ at an early age and loved the Lord. Terry was preceded in death by sisters: Elizabeth Noble-Stewart and Kathy Noble McCormick. She leaves to mourn her passing and cherish her memory her siblings: Eli (Thelma) Noble, Jr. [of Bear Creek, Pennsylvania], Rebecca Ferguson [of Conyers, GA], George (Valerie) Noble [of Charlotte, North Carolina], William (Sheila) Noble, Sr. [of Darien, GA], Ralph (E. Bell) Noble [of Capitol Heights, MD], and Henry Noble [of Darien, GA][; long-time friend and loving companion, John Willie Taylor; special friend, Brenda Reliford; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 from 11 AM to 12 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with the Celebration of Life Service to follow with Dr. Vivian Williams officiating. The final resting place will be at Sherwood Memorial Gardens (Alcoa) following the service. The family is receiving friends at 5929 Loice Lane.

Michael Edward Woods, “Mike”, age 53, of Knoxville, departed this earthly dwelling place on Thursday, June 27, 2019. He attended Mt. Juliet High School and was a 1989 graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He was employed by USF Holland in Knoxville, where he had worked for 12 years. He is preceded in death by his father, Henry Allen Woods, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Woods; sons, Micah Woods and Joshua Woods; sisters, Cheryl (Michael) Pippen and Janet (Raymond) Mayberry; brothers: Clifford (Sherrill) Woods, Henry A. (Fransenia) Woods, Jr., and Gilbert Woods; ex-wife, Derise McLean Woods; and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. The family will receive friends on Friday, July 5, 2019 from 4:00-6:00 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with the Celebration of Life service to follow at 6:00 PM with Evangelist Anton Ivy officiating. Mr. Woods will be available for public viewing at the time of the Receiving of Friends. In lieu of flowers and plants, donations to offset the cost of his children’s education would be most appreciated.