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Russell David Myers, age 83 of Knoxville, died January 15, 2018 after battling multiple myeloma for many years. He was a member of Powell United Methodist Church, was an avid golfer and UT Fan, and also enjoyed reading and playing the guitar. Survivors include his wife, Mildred; daughters, Tina Sawyer and Lisa Johnson; stepdaughter, Janet Keck (Bruce); stepson, Jim Henry (Suzie); grandchildren, Ashley, Matthew, Jake, Walt, Brad (Nicole), Brock (Emilee), Kevin, Allison (Andrew) and Rebecca; great-grandchildren, Bailey, Dylan, Turner and Tenley; sister, Betty Harper; brother, Fred Myers (Betsy); nieces, Frances (Rick), Linda (Ray), Rick, and Tony (Nancy). A Memorial Service to celebrate Russ' life will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Berry Highland West, 9913 Sherrill Blvd. Knoxville, TN, 37932. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Russ' name to the Food Pantry at Powell United Methodist Church, 323 W. Emory Rd. Powell, TN 37849. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.BerryHighlandWest.com.
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February 8, 2018
Brenda Henderson
Mildred, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Wish I could give some words of comfort but please know I pray for you. Love you, Brenda (exercise class.)
January 21, 2018
Audrey Evans (Hunters Crossing)
Sincere sympathy to your family.
January 20, 2018
Debbie Williams Foster
Lisa,
I am so sorry to learn of your father's passing. He had to be a special person to have raised a daughter as warm and gracious as you. Dan and I extend our warmest condolences to you and your family at this time.
Debbie Williams Foster
January 20, 2018
Bob Defenderfer
I have missed seeing Russ and Mildred in the corridors at the UT basketball games. I lived with Russ and Fred in South Stadium Hall in 1958 while we were going to school there and worked with him at TVA for many years. He was one of the friendliest, smartest people that I have ever known. I'm very sorry that he is no longer with us. The best to Mildred and the family!!
January 20, 2018
Bob Defenderfer
I've missed seeing Russ and Mildred in the corridors at the UT basketball games. I lived with Russ and Fred in South Stadium Hall at UT in 1958 and worked with him at TVA for many years. He was one of the friendliest, smartest people that I have ever known and I am so sorry to see that he is no longer with us. The best to Mildred and the rest of the family!!
January 19, 2018
Anthony Myers
We are all shaken and sad here in Atlanta, losing "Uncle Russell" is a tough way to start the year off. Please accept condolences from Fred, Betsy (sister in-law), Stephanie in memorium (niece, passed in December) and Anthony (nephew). We are so sorry we aren't with all the family but health and circumstances prevent the travel. Our thoughts and prayers and love are with you.
January 19, 2018
Tom Roberts
Please accept my sincerest condolences. I worked with Russ for many years and always admire his technical skills, quality of work and his honesty and integrity. I pray that God will pour His richest blessings on you as you grieve this loss.
January 19, 2018
Allen Brown
So sorry for your loss. Had many wonderful Wednesdays with Russ out on one of his favorite places to be, the golf course. Will always remember his dry sense of humor and quite personality. Rest in Peace old friend. Al
January 18, 2018
Les & Wilma Shular
So sad to lose a great friend. He will be greatly missed. Les & Wilma
January 17, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May God give you his peace and comfort as you grieve.
Sincerely, Joyce McGimsey
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