F. James "Jim" Stevens

F. James "Jim" Stevens obituary, Knoxville, TN

F. James "Jim" Stevens

F. Stevens Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel - Knoxville on Oct. 31, 2025.

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F. James "Jim" Stevens passed away at home on October 24, 2025. He left behind his wife, Janice; daughter, Lynn Marie Stout and her husband, Benton. His younger daughter passed away in 2021. Granddaughters, Tara and Grace and great-grandson, Xayne, as well as two brothers and sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations can be made to Jim's favorite charity, St. Jude's. The family would like to offer a special thanks to their neighbors, Tina and Jason McDougle for being there, You two are truly a blessing, thank you both, the hospice nurses and CNAs for their excellent care and Belew Drugs for their support and excellent service. Gentry-Griffey Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Stevens family and invites you to sign the online registry at www.gentrygriffey.com.
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