1930
2015
Keith, Wilma May, age 84, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, March 24, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Keith; granddaughter, Amanda Cabage; 3 brothers, 1 foster brother, and 1 foster sister. Survived by daughter, Valerie Atchley and spouse, James Atchley; daughter, Stephanie Smith and spouse, Parrish Smith; grandchildren, Brandon, Connor, and Patrick; great-grandchildren, Sophia and Dean; 2 brothers and 2 sisters. She was a lifelong member of Third Creek Baptist Church. Mrs. Keith retired from the University of Tennessee Computer Assisted Registration Department after 39 years of service. She was a loving and giving woman of great faith in Jesus Christ as her personal Savior, and will be missed by all who knew her. The family will receive friends from 5-7pm, Sunday, March 29th at Third Creek Baptist Church, 4917 Western Avenue. The funeral service will begin at 7pm, Dr. Rodney Duncan officiating. Family and friends will meet Monday, March 30th at 9:30am in the rotunda of East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, 5901 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 for the interment. In lieu of flowers, Wilma requested to please make donations to Third Creek Baptist Church to continue the ministry there that she and her family have been a huge part of all their lives. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com.
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April 22, 2015
Carrie Simmons
To Wilma,s family I am do sorry to hear of your loss. I was her hairstylist for 20 plus years she loved her family dearly and her friends she was such a given woman I will miss her she was my shop moms.
March 31, 2015
Donna Carmichael
Keith Family, Wilma was one of a kind. Very sweet & loving. She will be missed by many.
March 30, 2015
Pam Chittum
Stephanie and Valerie, I am so sorry for your loss. Wilma was a very special friend to me. She always had a smile everytime I seen her. I enjoyed all the years of being her banker as she called me. She always talked about her kids and her grandkids and you could see the deep love she held. She helped me many times going through my trials, I loved her very much!
March 30, 2015
Valerie & Stephanie I'm so sorry for your loss.She had such a sweet smile every time I saw her.Betty Smith
March 29, 2015
Sylvia Jane Sergent
I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I saw Wilma, she was at Shoneys having a great time with Valerie and family. I think this sweet lady must be having a great time in heaven now. Very best wishes to all of you.
March 29, 2015
Pooley Family
Valerie and Stephanie,
Wilma touched our lives in a special way just as she did many others. Our family will continue to pray for your peace and comfort at this time.
March 29, 2015
Debbie Smith
So sorry to hear of Wilma's passing. I can just imagine Gene meeting her at the gates of heaven. She is in a perfect place now no more pain of heart ache. I know our Lord said to her come on in my faithful servant. She was always doing for other people with her beautiful smile. I have so many good memories spending many nights at her house with Val. When I think of Third Creek I think of Wilma. She will be so missed here but heaven gained an Angel!
March 29, 2015
Elaine Clevenger. ( Cracker Barrel )
Valerie and family, I pray for peace for your family. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you. Always remember that "God Is Good All The Time" and that he only takes the best.
March 29, 2015
Thinking of you during this time.
Joann Hawkins & Mary Gray (Springfield neighbors)
March 29, 2015
The Coker's... David, Tanya, Brittany, and Shea
Stephanie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 29, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs.Keith was an inspiration.
Vickie Coker
March 29, 2015
John Thomas
Val and Steph, So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a great woman. I have very fond memories of her.
March 29, 2015
Teresa Kulas
Dear Family, Wilma touched my life in such a special way as I'm sure she did many others. She and you, Valerie, were with me in some of my darkest days, bringing light and love into my life. I loved your mom and will miss her. God Bless you and give you comfort during this time of grief.
March 28, 2015
Ami Coleman
Valerie and Stephanie, I am keeping you and your families in my prayers. Your mom was such a sweetie. I love you.
Love,
Ami and family
March 28, 2015
Love the pictures! So many memories with this sweet family! Wilma was one of the most unselfish people you would ever meet. She was the Proverbs woman !
March 28, 2015
Patricia. May Axley
I know you & Gene are together with Amanda in the Kingdom of Heaven. We will still miss your beautiful heart. Love to the family, & prayers for strength & peace.
March 28, 2015
teresa teague
We all loved you so much, such a precious, special woman, bless your family, praying, love, Teresa Stroud Teague and family
March 27, 2015
Mike Jones
Val and Jim, everybody that Wilma touched will feel a void that no one can ever fill. I am so sorry for your loss.
March 27, 2015
Staci Bowling & Maggie Cole
God Bless You Stephanie and Val. She was one special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
March 27, 2015
Valerie and Stephanie,
Wilma will be dearly missed by me and our church family. She was a wonderful Christian Lady. We love her. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Marcia Duncan
March 26, 2015
Sharon Tipton
Valerie and Stephanie I am so sorry for your loss but your mom lived her life here for the special home where she is now. She was so special and she touched so many of us. She is rejoicing with Eugene and Amanda. Love you and all your family.
March 26, 2015
Shane & Melissa Edmonds
Val, Jim & Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time. So sorry for your loss.
March 26, 2015
Stephanie Byerly
Stephanie and Parrish, we're praying for your whole family during this time. Love you all.
March 25, 2015
Sharon Barnett
Valerie,I am so sorry for you and your families loss. Wilma was one in a million.I will keep you not only in my thoughts but in my prayers as well. If you need anything please call me. Love Sharon (Ronnie and Shirley Acuff's niece)
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