Kenneth Stokes Needham

1938 - 2018

Kenneth Stokes Needham

Knoxville, TN

Kenneth Stokes Needham passed away Friday evening February 23, 2018 due to complications related to cancer. He was born on March the 6th, 1938 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He attended Fulton High School and the University of Tennessee where he was a letterman and a member of the Beta Sigma chapter of Sigma Chi. He completed one year of law school at the University of Tennessee before enlisting in the Air Force. During his time in the Air Force, he served as a General's Aid and was honorably discharged as a Captain. After returning to Knoxville, he met his loving wife Pamela Needham of 48 years. He then joined Magnolia Provision Company Inc. and served as President for 40 years. He was a member of Church Street United Methodist Church, served on the board of the Boys and Girls club and served on several corporate boards in many different capacities.

He is survived by his two sons Kenneth Stokes Needham Jr. (Tracy) and Jason Bailey Needham (Jessica); grandchildren Mckenzie Needham of Winston Salem, NC, Stokes Needham of Knoxville, Anna Belle and Blythe Needham of Nashville; nieces Katy Branson of Nashville, Neely Lawton of San Francisco, CA, Amy Lawton Bishop of Winter Park, FL, and Jill Lawton Heavrin (Ben) of Nashville. Kenny lived his life to the fullest and enjoyed traveling with Pam and spending time with family and friends.

The family will receive friends in the chapel at Church Street United Methodist Church on Wednesday, February 28 at 4:30pm followed by a service at 5:30pm in the sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley, 967 Irwin Street, Knoxville, TN 37921. Online condolences may be received at www.rosemortuary.com.