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Richard Eason Obituary
Knoxville - Richard "Dick" Herman Eason, of Knoxville, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side, on Monday, June 10, 2019. He was a 1960 graduate of East High School, where he played football and played in the City-County Allstar game. Dick went on to join the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Ellsworth, South Dakota. After the service, he went to work for Alcoa, where he worked for 32 years. He enjoyed many hobbies including, fishing, photography, and traveling.
Dick is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jane; son, Todd(Christi) Eason; granddaughters, Emma and Samantha who loved him as their Pappy; brother-in-law, Freddy(Becky) McBride and nephews, Nick McBride and Adam Lemarr.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Rachel Eason, father and mother in law, S.R. and Blanche Mcbride, and son, James Brett Eason.
Dick leaves behind a host of friends and family that he loved. He touched many lives with his kindness, wisdom and compassion. Dick will be greatly missed by family and friends. We will love him always and forever,
The family would like to offer a special thanks to the nurses and caregivers at Amedisys Hospice and Home Care Solutions for their compassionate care of Dick.
The family will receive friends at Cokesbury United Methodist Church, 9919 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, on Friday, June 14, 2019, from 12:00p.m. to 1:00p.m. A Celebration of Life, with Reverend Charles Maynard, officiating will follow. A graveside service, with military honors, will be held at Edgewood Cemetery, 229 S Gallaher View Road SW, Knoxville, immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dick's memory to Pat Summitt Foundation (Fund of East TN for Alzheimers), 520 West Summit Hill Drive, Suite 1101, Knoxville, TN 37902, www.patsummit.org. Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865)6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com.
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Alvin Edwards
June 8, 2025
Always a fond memory and smile in my heart to recall the growing-up years with Dick.
Herman Saatkamp
June 6, 2023
Your memory lives on in your family and friends.
Brad Forester
August 9, 2020
What a wonderful friend, mentor and teacher. I didn't know until today that Dick had passed and will miss him terribly. Dick knew the true meaning of Integrity and friendship. Prayers for Jane and family.
DAVID LAWSON
June 24, 2019
I was so sorry to learn about the passing of our ole' 1960 classmate and friend, Dick Eason. Dick was a really good person who had a unique sense of humor, and we could always count on Dick or Charlotte Denton Wise to keep us entertained at any 1960 class event. Sadly, our class has recently lost 2 important members (Dick and Pam Dalton Greene). Dick was a good football player, loved my many and will be sorely missed. He and Janie made a great married team. Because of a family health crisis, I regret that I could not be there to honor him at the funeral. Thankfully, Dick is not suffering anymore. May he rest in peace. David Lawson
Amy Seal
June 15, 2019
Praying for you and your family.
David & Joyce Lewis
June 14, 2019
Janie and family please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wilson
June 13, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort strengthen you in this time of sadness.
(2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
Alvin Edwards
June 13, 2019
Fond memories of a genuine friend and respected schoolmate. My thoughts and prayers reach out to the family in this loss.
June 13, 2019
Janie, our family sends many hugs and prayers to you. Thank you for being with us during the loss of mom (Pam Greene) two weeks ago - please know that we hurt with you and your family. I'm pretty sure Mom was there to greet him when he got there! We love you! Shanna Browning & Derek Greene
Jeremy Argent
June 12, 2019
Dick & I were teammates om the 57-58 football team
Last saw him @ a VOL game party in 2011.
Jane, my sincerest condolences. May he reat in peace.
Jeremy Tyler Argent (nee: Jerry Headrick)
Irvine, California
June 12, 2019
To Jane & family. My sincere condolences!
I graduated in 1958. Dick was a member of our football team in the class of 57-58. Last saw him in 2011 @ a party in Knoxville. May he "rest in peace"!
Jeremy Tyler Argent (nee: Jerry Headrick)
Irvine, California
Herman Saatkamp
June 12, 2019
Dear Jane and family,
Very sorry for your loss. Dick lives on in your hearts and in the memories of so many friends who have known him for many, many years. Grief is natural and sometimes hard, and one comes eventually to accept the loss and absence, and eventually to the realization that Dick would want you to live a full and worthwhile life.
Darris Doyal
June 12, 2019
Janie & family:
So many memories of this fun-loving and caring guy. Our prayers are with you in this time of struggle. God's grace is greater than our grief and will sustain you and comfort you. Hold on the the joy he desires for you and keep the memories and stories fresh.
June 12, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your loved one.
May God's promise in john 6:40 bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Cindy & Bob Lacy
June 11, 2019
Dear Janie & family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dick was very special & will be missed so much by so many. We all shared so many fun times during our school years & Dick's sense of humor kept all of us laughing! He served our country well and was very devoted to you, his children, & grandchildren. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Love you.
Linda Waller Perry
June 11, 2019
As a former classmate at East High, I know how admired this man was, Teachers and students alike appreciated his athletic contributions and his witty manner. The girls especially loved his beautiful smile, Sincerest sympathies to his family.
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