Kyker Funeral Homes

04/17/2026

A visit, a conversation, or even a quiet moment beside someone can mean more than words. Presence has a way of bringing comfort, even when we're not sure what to say.

04/15/2026

Barbara Jean Blaylock Roberts, age 87, of Lenoir City passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at her home. Barbara was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church and retired from Martin Marietta in 2000.

Preceded in death by her husband, John Kinser Roberts,
Parents; John Anderson and Lavada...

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04/15/2026

David A. Russell, age 86, of Kingston, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at his home.

Preceded in death by his wife Bobbie Russell; parents, Charles and Phoebe Russell; brothers, Charles Jr., Clarence, and Paul Russell; sister, Vida Jean Powers; numerous brother and sisters-in-law.

Survived...

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04/14/2026

Howard Galyon age 95 of Harriman, Tennessee passed away Monday, April 13, 2026. Howard served in the U.S. Army Airforce during World War II. He was a longtime employee of Mead Corporation until they closed. Howard enjoyed working wood and giving away what he had made. He was of the Baptist faith...

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04/13/2026

Linda Marcum passed away peacefully in her sleep, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; her granddaughter, Lauren; her parents; and her three brothers.

Linda is survived by her children, Charles Marcum Jr. and Kim McDaniel, along with their significant...

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04/13/2026

Mary Jane DeBord age 97 of Kingston, Tennessee passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Janie was a member of the First Baptist Church of Kingston. She found great joy in playing the piano and sharing her love of gospel music. She loved to travel. Janie was always ready to go on buses, airplanes or...

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04/13/2026

Memories don't always arrive in sadness. Sometimes they bring warmth, gratitude, or even a quiet smile. All of these responses are part of choosing to remember a life that truly mattered.

04/12/2026

Kenneth Edward “Kenny” Archer, Jr., age 68, of Sweetwater, Tennessee, entered the gates of heaven surrounded by his family and friends on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born on October 8, 1957, in Athens, Tennessee.
Kenny was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is...

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04/10/2026

Living fully often comes from knowing certain things have already been taken care of. Planning ahead can offer peace of mind, reduce future stress, and help make room for more of the moments that matter most. It is a simple, thoughtful step that can bring comfort today and care for those you love tomorrow.

04/08/2026

William Douglas “Zac” Turner, age 58, of Sweetwater, went to be with his Lord and Savior at his home surrounded by his loved ones, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Preceded in death by his grandmother: Vivian Turner, and special grandparents: Raymond and Etta Newman. He is survived by his family of 30...

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04/06/2026

Freida Queen, age 92, of Sweetwater, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Preceded in death by her parents: Robert and Fannie Miser Miller, husband Raymond B. Queen who passed away on December 13, 1978. Fredia and Raymond were married on July 4, 1957. Fredia was of the Baptist faith. Fredia...

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04/06/2026

Tryphena "Tee" Stone, age 54, of Harriman, TN, went to be with our Lord peacefully on 4/5/2026. She fought a hard battle with pancreatic cancer until the Lord called her home.

Tryphena lived a wonderful life growing up in California and exploring the country living in different states with many...

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