Joyce Hall Cozart’s sunrise was on February 9, 1954 In Knoxville, TN. She was the third of five children. She worked at Sigma Alpha Epsilon for many years. Joyce is preceded in death by her father, Hayes Hall; husband, Pat C. Cozart and brother, Carl Hall. Joyce’s memory will be cherished by her children, Kenneth (TaWannna) Hall, Carla Hall and  Roderick Hall; devoted step children, Pat and Waverly Cozart; grandsons, Kenneth Hall, Jr.,  Anden Fine; mother, Margaret Hall; sister, Vivian (Kenneth) McClellan, Wanda Abrams and  Debbie Hall all of Knoxville, TN., Angela (hall) Jones of Cincinnati, OH.; a host of nieces, nephews other family and friends; special friend Chasity Gaines. The family will receive friends Monday, November 2, 2015   from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m. the Home going Celebration to follow at 1:00 p.m., at Unity Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Gene Thomas, officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Martel Cemetery in Lenoir City. The services will conclude with full dove release and blanket presentation.

Samuel Augustus Jones, age 89, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015. He graduated from Knoxville College in 1947 and was a Charter Member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Beta Epsilon chapter. He retired from the Hamden, Connecticut Fire Department where he worked as a firefighter for 30 years. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Sam was preceded in death by his first wife, Penelope van Smartt Jones and their daughter, Lorraine Haten. He is survived by his wife, Elaine Jones; his sons, Kenneth Jones and Timothy Hill; his daughter, Monica Miles; his grandchildren, Nitia Miles, Chloe Miles, Anthony Miles, Jr, Jada Miles, Briana Hill, and Nicole Hill; his great grandson, Caden Nedd; and his nieces and nephews: Cynthia Giles, Gregory Jones, Mark Jones, Linda Jones, Cheryl Jones, Marilyn Jones, Alan Jones, David Collins, Ida Williams, Joan Collins, Desiree Williams, Les Jones, Demetrius Jones, Turan Smith, and Lynetta Spears and other relatives  and friends. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 6, 2015 from 6-8 PM at Unity Mortuary. A celebration of Sam’s life will be held at Bentley Street Christian Church, 417 Bentley Street, Knoxville, TN 37914, on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 11:00AM with Dr. A.H. Smith, Pastor, officiating. Interment immediately following at New Gray Cemetery, 2724 Western Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921. Services will conclude with full dove release and blanket presentation.

Gail Yvonne Johnson transitioned from life to life on October 27, 2015  Gail was born to James and Carolyn Johnson on January 12, 1956. Gail was educated in the Knoxville City School System. She was a very good student. She graduated from Rule High School. Gail was a wonderful care giver for her grandfather, the late Mr. Carl Johnson. She was dependable and demonstrated great skill in caring for her grandfather. Gail was also not afraid to express her opinion if she felt she needed to do so. She worked at the World’s Fair and National Linen. Gail also did volunteer work at Town View Towers. Gail was loved by her family and friends and her memory will be cherished by her parents, Mr. & Mrs. James C Johnson (Carolyn); one sister, Ms. Sherry Diane Johnson; four brothers, Mr. James C. Johnson, Jr., Mr. Maurice A. Johnson, Mr. Troy D. Johnson, and Mr. Antwon Young.  She will also be remembered by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends Sunday, November 1, 2015 from 5:30 until 6:00 p.m. the Home going Celebration to follow at 6:00 p.m., at Unity Mortuary Chapel, Rev. Steve Simpson officiating. Interment will be Monday, November 2, 2015 at 10:00 am, Sherwood Memorial Gardens. The services will conclude with full dove release and blanket presentation.

Hubert Jackson – age 75, of Knoxville, TN was born October 3, 1940 and departed this life Friday, October 23, 2015. He was a loyal employee of St. Mary’s Hospital. After 45 years of service he retired. Preceded in death by mother, Willie Jackson; father, Otto Jackson, brother, Richard Jackson, He leaves to cherish his memory: very devoted and loving daughter, Tamala Anderson Stewart (Brian Winton); mother,  of his daughter, Inell Stewart; extended family to include, Debra (Nathan) Howard, Ralph (Joyce) Stewart, Jr., both of North Carolina, Anita Stewart, Angela Stewart,  Clarence Stewart, III and Cheryl Alsup, all of Knoxville, TN: several nieces and a host of friends too numerous to name. The family will assemble at the home of Tamala Anderson 2118 Spring Hill Road.  Receiving of family and friends will be Saturday, October 31, 2015 from 5:00 till 6:00 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at Unity Mortuary , 1425 McCalla Ave. Pastor Shawn Angel officiating.

Pastor-Elder David Williams, Jr. was born March 1, 1947 to the late David L. Williams and Minnie D. Kyle. He transitioned to his heavenly home on October 22, 2015. Pastor David Williams, Jr. was called to the ministry at a young age of 7 years old. When he got older at the age of 13 he accepted the LORD and was baptized under Pastor Gabriel of Tabernacle Baptist Church of Middlesboro, KY. Later on as he got older he answered the Lord’s calling and he joined Tabernacle of Praise Church, at that time under the leadership of Pastor Ricky Talley. It was there where he preached his first sermon. Later on he moved and joined Universal Church of Deliverance where he trained for many years under Bishop Dr. Allen Butler. After this, he was called to Pastor Hoop Creek Baptist Church.  Then the LORD called him to Pastor Walking By Faith Church where he labored until the LORD called him home. He was employed at Browning Ferris, Incorporated for many years. He is preceded in death by sister, Gail Johnson, Mary Helen Gibson of Lexington, KY.; Brother, Willie B. Johnson of Florida.; Step-parents, Benjamin Johnson and Edna Williams; Grandparents, Bob and Carrie Williams, Andy and Sally Kyle and Anna Lee Mize; Great-grandparents, Wiley and Berdie Rodgers. He will be sadly missed by his loving and devoted wife of 42 years, Mildred. During this marriage they had 2 children son, Keith Williams, daughter, Amy Williams; 2 granddaughters, Alexis Williams and Angelica Barnett; Brothers, Robert Williams and Michael Williams both of Cleveland, Ohio, Terry Johnson of Knoxville, TN, Bill Johnson of Columbus, Georgia, Charles Richardson of Birmingham, Alabama; Sisters, Patricia (Lamar) Stevenson and Faith Williams both of Cleveland, Ohio, Carolyn Kyle of Lexington KY.; Special Uncle, Melvin J. Kyle, Sr.;  Special aunt, Mary Robinson; Brother-in-laws, Rev. Dexter Jordan, John (Sona) Ford, Ralph (Vanessa) Ford, Kenneth Ford;  Special Sister in law, Mary (Ronald) Davis,  Sister-in-laws, Virginia (Randy) Hugley, Patricia (Bruce) Williams, Sharon (Paul) Jordan, Barbara Jordan;  Special friend, Barbara Carter; a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  The family will receive friends Saturday, October 31, 2015 from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. with funeral services to follow at 2:00 p.m., Tabernacle Baptist Church with Pastor Charles Simpson officiating. Interment will be private.

James Brown, Jr., age 29, was born on Sept. 21, 1986 in Henrico County Richmond, VA and departed from us on Oct 21, 2015 at UT Hospital in Knoxville, TN surrounded by family and friends. He had love and passion for his family, working at Westgate Resorts, Mr. Cool, performing his music, and seizing every opportunity to be a kind friend. Cherishing his fond memories are parents, James & Lucy (Pagan) Brown; step mother, Pamela Brown; son, Malcolm Brown; brothers, Aaron (Destiny), Calvin, Coley, & Eric; sisters, Regina (Garrett) & Anita. Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins will miss him greatly. His laugh, compassion, and smile will always be remembered. Viewing is at Unity Mortuary (1425 McCalla Ave, Knoxville) on Sunday, October 25, from 4:00 – 8:00. Family will receive friends on Monday, October 26, 2015 from 12:00-1:00 with funeral services following at New Covenant Baptist Church (10319 Starkey Ln, Knoxville), Rev. Fredrick Brabson officiating.  Interment to follow at Sherwood Memorial Gardens, Alcoa, TN.

A’Zyrain Kai Duncan-Johnson passed away Saturday, October 17, 2015 at Ft. Sanders Regional. He leaves to cherish his little memories: mother, Madaisia Duncan, father, Aubrey Johnson; grandfathers, Carl Rader, Wilson Johnson; grandmothers, Valeria Bindsong, Jamesana Tate and  a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives too numerous to mention. The family will receive on Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon at Unity Mortuary Chapel.

Tawaud A. Mattress, Jr., born August 10, 2015 went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 11, 2015 at Children’s Hospital. Survived by parents, father, Tawaud Mattress, Sr., mother, NaKisha Robinson,  grandmothers, Fran Mattress, Rachel Myers; great-grandmothers, Patricia Mattress, Jane Myers; great -grandfathers,  James Myers, Delmar Robinson; great- grandfather, Robert Mattress; great-great-great-grandmother, Mary Mattress; aunts, uncles and a host of cousins and many others relatives of the Mattress, Robinson and Myers family. The family will receive friends at the home of Shelia Mattress, 1800 Lombard Place Knoxville, TN 37915. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 18, 2015 from 2:00-3:00 PM at Unity Mortuary Chapel with service to follow at 3:00 with Rev. Shannon Myers officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Service to conclude with a dove release and blanket presentation.