Harry Lee McCray, 63, born of East St. Louis, Illinois, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his place of residence in Rockwood, TN. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ms. Cornelius Johnson; and father, Herbert McCray. Lee will be forever remembered with love by his devoted daughter, India (Wayne) Farmer; brother, Nathaniel McCray; granddaughter, Jasmine Brown; great-granddaughters, Aliyah and Amiyah Brown; devoted nephews, Shawn (Felicia) McCray and Ronnie McCray; best friend, Darleen Moulden; dedicated companion, Laura Jones; and a host of family and friends. Mr. McCray will lay in repose on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 8 AM to 12 PM in the Jefferson Davis, Jr. Memorial State Room of Unity Mortuary. Arrangements made with integrity by Unity Mortuary. Mr. McCray’s guestbook can be signed on-line at www.unitymortuary.com and www.legacy.com.

Walter  “The Rockefeller” Bradley was born April 7, 1933 in Knoxville, TN, to Walter Bradley Senior and Hattie JoAnn Lewis.  He departed this life unto the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ on February 4, 2018 at UT Medical Center. He leaves to mourn, his brother: John Sharp; loving daughter: Patricia Bradley; grandchildren: Michelle Bradley, Tanika Jackson, Michael Bradley, Aaron Barnett, Ambrosia Bradley and Briana Bradley; great-grandchildren: Tierra (Adrian) Thompson, Takia Duncan, TaShae’ Duncan, Janesia Bradley, Elijah Jackson and Dream Barnett; and seven great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and many close friends. Special thanks to the staff at UT Medical center and Ereka Perseley for all their love and support. The family will receive friends from 11 AM-12 PM on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Eternal Life Harvest Center West, 1801 Western Avenue, with the Celebration of Life Service to follow, with Elder Dane Johnson officiating. The final resting place will be at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. John Sevier Highway, following the service. A white dove release will conclude the services.

TJ Baskin-Williams, age 46, of Knoxville, departed this life on Friday, February 2, 2018 at North Knoxville Medical Center. She was the daughter of James Baskin and late Linda Joyce Baskin. TJ enjoyed “giving to others,” participating in family activities and loved cooking. She worked for the Knox County Schools for 25 years and then worked at Helping Hands Daycare. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandkids. She was survived by her husband of 15 years, Johny “Frank” Williams, Jr., and together they raised their children: Jarnesha and Johnny “Skeet” Williams of Knoxville. Her legacy continues with her six grandchildren; her devoted sister, Tracy Baskin; and her brother, Adam Baskin. She was loved dearly by the Williams Family and will be missed. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February, 6th, 2018 from 4-6 PM at Unity Mortuary, 1425 McCalla Avenue. The repass will be follow at 1810 Stoney Point Road, Knoxville.

Michael Eugene Crosby, 51, departed this life on January 30, 2018. He was a lifelong resident of South Knoxville and worked at KFC, Chapman Highway. He is preceded in death by mother, Patricia Bolden Crosby; father, Haston Crosby; biological father, Cecil Woodard; sister, Cecilia Crosby; and niece, Shakeita Crosby. He is survived by his sons, Quentin and Timothy; devoted sister, Angie Crosby (Bill Lewis); brother, Douglas Crosby, Sr.; nephews, Curtis, Sam, Jr. and Douglas, Jr.; nieces, Sammeshia and Candace (Daniel); a host of other family to include the Boldens and Woodards and many friends to include the Smith family and Montgomery Village community. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 from 5 PM to 6 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with Words of Comfort to follow by Pastor Victor E. King, Sr.

Nannie “Nancy” Florence Walker went Home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 29, 2018. She was born on April 12, 1942 to the late Dabner and Lillie Mae (Duff) Ellington in Glasgow, KY. Nancy was a loving mother and grandmother who stood as surrogate mother and grandmother to many. She was a loving sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many. Nancy was preceded in death by children: Roger McDowell II and Sherri Bell; two brothers: EJ Ellington and Charles Ellington; and three sisters: Ola Mae Ellington, Mildred Williams and Margalene “Margie” Burton. Nancy leaves to cherish her memory her loving children: Vanessa Franklin (Sacramento, CA, Vincent Bell (Sacramento, CA), Vivian Bell (Oliverhurst, CA), Valentino Bell (Santa Maria, CA), Cassandra McDowell (David Sleet, Jr.)(Knoxville, TN), Roger McDowell III (Knoxville, TN), Carmelita “Eboni” Jenkins (Knoxville, TN); two sisters: Anna Lois Greer (Louisville, KY) and Hattie Jones (Edmonton, KY); 34 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 5 PM to 5:30 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with the Celebration of Life Service to follow with Pastor Cynthia Russel officiating.

Willie Jo Allen-Mason departed this life on January 19, 2018 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was born on March 14, 1952 to the late James and Nella Ruth Brown. She leaves to cherish her memories her four children: Angela Nance, Anthony Nance, Shannon Thomas and Demetrius Smith; ten grandchildren, including immediate grandchildren, Brittany Nance, Chantel Braxton, Dominic Smith; nine great-grandchildren; and a host of loving relatives and friends. The family would like to especially thank Bernice Watson, Mini Thomas and Miss Mildred for their love and support. The family will receive friends from 6:00-7:00 PM on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at Bethel AME Church, 2460 Parkview Avenue, with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 7:00 PM. Arrangements made with integrity by Unity Mortuary. Mrs. Allen’s guestbook can be signed on-line at www.unitymortuary.com and www.legacy.com.

Robert Lee Edwards Jr. departed this life on January 18, 2018, surrounded by love and support. He is preceded in death by his loving father, Robert Lee Edwards Sr. He is survived by his loving mother, Sarah J. Edwards; the apples of his eye: Travis Henry, Brenda (Shannon) Riley, Shawanna (Edwin) Hayward, LaTisha (Stephen) Lundy, Shenaya (George) Shannon, Kasara (Charles) Carter, Robert Edwards III, Ashleigh Edwards and Caleb Edwards; a bountiful blessing of 16 grandchildren and 1 great grandson; siblings: Glaydean, Mitchelyn, Efrem, Toni and Malcolm; a host of nieces, nephews, and special companion Sherry Miller. The family will receive friends from 11 AM to 12 PM on Saturday, January 27, 2018 with the Celebration of Life Service to follow at 12 PM at Mother Love Baptist Church, 3919 Wrights Ferry Rd, Louisville, with Pastor Loren Harris as pastor & eulogist and Pastor Dexter Mims officiating. The final resting place will be at Mount Olive Cemetery following the service. A white dove release will conclude the services.

Reginald S. Jones II, age 37 of Knoxville, departed this life on January 18, 2018 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. Mr. Jones was returned to Miami, Florida for funeralization.

Gladys Wallace Henderson, age 90, departed this life on Wednesday, January 17, 2018, at Westmoreland Health and Rehabilitation Center after a lengthy illness. She was born on April 22, 1927, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Raymond and Mary Henderson, Sr. She graduated from Austin High School in 1945 and began working in Central Supply at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. After 45 years, she retired as supervisor. Gladys was a lifelong member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents: Raymond and Mary Henderson; granddaughter: Desiree Armstrong; sisters: Della Walker and Mary Eldridge; brothers: Raymond Henderson, Jr., Roy Henderson, Charles Henderson, Theodore Henderson; brothers-in-law, Carter Eldridge and Ernest Conway; nieces: Shirley Walker Kimber and Zena Goins; nephew, Thomas Frank Conway. She leaves to cherish her memories her loving and devoted daughter: Geraldine (David) Armstrong; granddaughters: Dr. Nota (John) Hunter of Houston, TX and Shana Armstrong of Washington, DC; great-granddaughter: Madison Hunter; sister: Elizabeth Conway of Detroit, MI; sister-in-law: Earlene Henderson of Topeka, KS; special friends, Helen Hodges, Pat Cox; and a host of relatives and friends. Many thanks to the staff at Westmoreland Health and Rehabilitation Center, Hall 100. The family will receive friends from 11 AM to 12 PM on Friday, January 26, 2018 at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1601 Dandridge Ave, with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 12 PM, with Minister Janice Y. Crawford officiating. The final resting place will follow at New Gray Cemetery. A white dove release will conclude the services.

Mary Magnolia Cash-Mattress was born December 12, 1927 in Knoxville, TN. She departed this life on January 16, 2018 at Holston Rehabilitation Center. She went to join her heavenly Father while sleeping peacefully. She was educated in the Knoxville City School System, finishing at Austin High School, Class of 1947. Mary was a member of VFW and the Elks. She was aosl a long-term President of the Austin-Homes Community. A woman who wore many, many hats. Most of all, the absolute core of her family and faith member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her mother, Clara Frances Jackson-Cash; father, Charles Houston Cash; husband, James Mattress, Sr.; sons, James Jr., Steven Sr., and Robert L. Mattress; and granddaughter, Sheila L. Mattress. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughters, Vera and Mary Mattress; sons, Leon and Robert (Chiquila) Mattress; sisters-in-law, Frances (Erskin) Spears and Doris Mattress of Cincinnati, OH, and Willie Mae Cash of Knoxville; devoted daughter-in-law, Patricia; grandchildren, Senika, Shakara, Nikitia, Steven Jr., Sylvena, Franchaska, Sade, Lamel and Justin; 18 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1601 Dandridge Ave, with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 6:00 PM. The final resting place will be on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 11:30 AM at Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 5901 Lyons View Pike. A white dove release will conclude the services.