Kyker Funeral Homes

03/04/2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Don DeSha, Jr. who died on Tuesday morning, March 3, 2026, at the age of 66.
Don was a devoted husband, father, family member, and friend whose steady presence and generous heart touched all who knew him. He lived his life with strength, deep...

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03/04/2026

Wendy Deanne Cummings, age 50, of Sweetwater, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on March 3, 2026, after a long struggle of health complications. Born on July 21, 1975, Wendy was raised in Sweetwater and later lived in Lenoir City, where she faithfully attended church and built her life...

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03/04/2026

Elbert (Stanley) Ausburn, age 73, departed this life on March 3, 2026. He was surrounded by family as he peacefully transitioned to his eternal home. Stanley is preceded in death by
his wife, Ruth Ann Ausburn, Parents Margaret Irene Evans and John Junior Ausburn, grandparents Stella Ausburn and...

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03/03/2026

James “Jim” E. Oran age 63 of Kingston, TN passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, daughters, and grandchildren, March 2, 2026, at his home or as he called it “The Lazy O River”. Jim was a faithful member of Southwest Point Baptist Church. He worked for many years as a pipefitter...

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03/02/2026

Planning ahead for a parent or aging relative is one of the most compassionate things you can do. We can help you start.

03/02/2026

Tommy Edward “Eddie” Hundley, age 54, of Knoxville, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Tommy was a well known auto mechanic and was of the Christian faith. Preceded in death by his father: Tommy Hundley, grandparents: Eva and Edward Hundley, Imogene and Cornelius Hyde.
Survivors...

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02/28/2026

The moments that linger tend to be the everyday ones, the kindness shown, the laughter shared, the way someone made others feel at ease. These memories continue to guide us and bring comfort long after goodbye. ❤

02/25/2026

Sylvia Ellen Bowser age 92, formerly of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, in Spring City, Tennessee.

She is survived by
daughters Sharon Whaley (Steve),
Lisa Chamberlain (Scott),
Grandchildren Nick Julianne,
Andrew Whaley,
Brandon Chamberlain,
Great grandson Tyson...

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02/24/2026

Glenda Gail Lance, age 73, of Madisonville, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026 at her home. Glenda was a cherished, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Her presence will be deeply missed. Her favorite hobbies were having fun in the sun at Glenda’s Electric Tan....

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02/23/2026

Georgia M. Hood, age 81 of Sweetwater, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 at her home in Sweetwater surrounded by her family. She attended New Hope Methodist Church. Retired from Goody’s Department Store in Sweetwater after 32 years of service. Preceded in death by her husband of many...

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02/23/2026

Michael Dean Compton, age 58, of Ten Mile, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, following a courageous battle with a rare form of T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia after a bone marrow transplant. Born on October 22, 1967, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Michael was the son of Harold...

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02/23/2026

Preplanning gives families the opportunity to make important decisions thoughtfully and without pressure. By planning ahead, loved ones are spared uncertainty and can focus on supporting one another when it matters most.