Charles Earl Hutchins

Charles Earl Hutchins obituary, Knoxville, TN

Charles Earl Hutchins

Charles Hutchins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bridges Funeral Home on Nov. 14, 2025.

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Charles Earl Hutchins – age 84, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on November 12, 2025. Charles was of the Baptist faith and a member of Marbledale Baptist Church. He loved camping, working on lawnmowers, playing guitar, aggravating people and just enjoying life.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, George and Zada Hutchins and brother, Bob Hutchins.
He is survived by his wife, Polly Ann Hutchins; sons, Chris (Julie) Hutchins and Jason Monday; daughters, Connie (Danny) Roberts and Cindy (Tommy) Brumitte; sister; Louise Waggoner; brothers; Glen Hutchins and Jerry Hutchins; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Bridges Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 PM, with Pastor Chris Hutchins officiating. Immediately following the service, family and friends will go in procession to Asbury Cemetery for a 3:30 PM Graveside Service.
Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com
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