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Johnny Wolfe Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Johnny Ray Wolfe, age 89, of Knoxville, TN went home to the Lord on Thursday, December 17 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center following complications from a stroke. Born December 1, 1926 in Washburn, TN, he was preceded in death by parents, Vallie Rucker Wolfe and John Torrence Wolfe; step-mother, Ethel Wolfe Bullen; and half-brother, John (J.T.) Wolfe.
Johnny was a Veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Nuremberg, Germany at the conclusion of World War II. Johnny worked at The C.M. McClung Co. selling sporting goods and fishing tackle until the company closed in 1970. He then worked as a sporting goods manufacturer representative at Hunter & Associates until his retirement. Johnny was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a loyal member of West Hills Baptist Church for 45 years, where he served as a deacon and a door greeter. He married Betty (Robertson) Wolfe of Knoxville and they celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary this year. They had a son, Jason Evan Wolfe (wife Holly) of Knoxville. Johnny was formerly married to Thelma (West) Wolfe, and they had a daughter, Janice Wolfe Steele of Knoxville; and a son, Darrell Ray Wolfe (wife Tricia) of Trussville, AL. Johnny is also survived by his sister, Florence Croucher; half-sisters, Delta Lamb, Irene Hale, Cindy Issacs, Ella Pearl Campbell, Edna Geller; and half-brother, William (Bill) Wolfe. He is loved by grandchildren, Harper Wolfe, Hollins Wolfe, Adam Matthews, Amelia Steele Rose, Derek Wolfe, Gregory Wolfe, step-grandchildren Matthew Dennis, Spencer Brown, and by many great-grandchildren.
A private graveside service will be at Berry Highland Memorial on Saturday, December 26, followed by receiving of friends at West Hills Baptist Church from 4:00-6:00 p.m. A celebration of life will be held Sunday, December 27 at West Hills Baptist Church at 12:15 p.m. immediately following morning worship service with Rev. Drew Prince officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Hills Baptist Church at 409 N. Winston Rd. Knoxville, TN 37909. Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865) 6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com.
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for Johnny Wolfe
Carmen Webber Jones
January 6, 2016
I am so sorry to learn of Johnny's passing. He was such a kind person and a true gentleman. I have fond childhood memories of time our families spent together - especially going to Washburn in the summer. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Gary Beeler
December 27, 2015
This time of year I remember Johnny Ray and family visiting Granny Petre's (Johnny's aunt). Most of Washburn also showed up. Johnny Ray was like a brother to my parents and an uncle to us three boys. I value the time he and Betty would eat with my brothers and me when I visited town. He will be missed.
December 26, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family.
Kenneth Clark McGinnis
JASON MAXEY
December 26, 2015
DEAR FAMILY OF JOHNNY WOLFE I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE HE WAS A GOOD MAN
Lynn Beck
December 23, 2015
Sending my love and condolences to you, Betty, and also to Janice.
December 23, 2015
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, The Starnes family (South Florida)
Janie Richards
December 23, 2015
Janice, I'm so very sorry to hear about your father. God bless you and your family during this very sad and difficult time. I know you will miss him so very much. My sincere condolences to all. With love,
December 23, 2015
With Sympathy,
Boyd Clark
Corryton, TN
Derek
December 23, 2015
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