DeLacy Mulford “Mul’ Wyman
DeLacy Mulford “Mul’ Wyman 1939-2026, Lieutenant Colonel DeLacy Mulford “Mul” Wyman passed away at Duke Hospital, Durham, NC, on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026, at the age of 86. Mul is survived by his beloved wife of almost 62 years, Carole Luttrell Wyman (Durham, NC; formerly Farragut, TN), three daughters, Candice Kay Eagle (Durham, NC), Caroline Wyman McClintock (Nashville, TN), Dena Wyman Reed (Farragut, TN), half-sister, Allene Wyman Monaco (Jacksonville, FL), eight grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Edward Holbrook Wyman and Martha Moon Mulford Wyman, beloved brother Edward Holbrook ‘Buck’ Wyman, Jr., and son Russel Floyd Eagle, Jr.
A Military Honors Memorial Service will be held for him on Monday, May 18, 2026, 12:30 p.m. at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. (Arrangements by Atchley FH, Seymour, TN)
age 69, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, of an extended illness. She was born on October 26, 1956, in Montgomery, Alabama, to the late William and Mary Louise Pitts. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English from Samford University and a master’s degree in library science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She was an academic librarian for over forty years at Berea College, Kansas State University, and University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Molly loved spending time with family, beach trips, and scrapbooking. She had close ties to her Kentucky relatives, and one of her joys was hosting an annual Kentucky Derby Party. In her final years, she cherished being a nana and babysitting her granddaughter.
She is survived by her husband of over thirty-five years, David; two children, Laura (Jacob) Williams of Knoxville, Tennessee, and Paul Royse, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; one granddaughter, Emmylou Williams; one twin sister, Jane (Jimmy) Pierce, of Greenville, Alabama; and beloved nieces and nephews.
Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel, 11915 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee, with Pastor Mike Stallings officiating. Interment will follow at Concord Masonic Cemetery, 2nd Street, Concord, Tennessee. Visitation will be held for family at noon and for friends at 1 p.m. Flowers will be accepted or in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital in Knoxville.
Dr. Thomas James Bradbury “Brad,” age 70, passed away on Sunday, April 12th, at home surrounded by his family and beloved dogs.
Born in Pasadena, California, Brad spent his childhood in Holland, Michigan before moving to East Tennessee. After graduating from Oak Ridge High School, Brad attended University of Tennessee Knoxville where he played on the rugby team.
A proud graduate of University of Tennessee’s College of Veterinary Medicine’s inaugural class, Brad went on to work at Lenoir City Animal Clinic where he provided pets and their owners compassionate care for 46 years. Whether it was rescuing a hawk on the golf course or caring for a baby groundhog, it was his mission to help all of God’s creatures. He mentored many new veterinarians, teaching skills and sharing knowledge while providing encouragement.
He was active in the community and a lifelong Rotarian with Lenoir City Rotary Club, serving as President and other offices, as well as sponsor for LCHS Interact Club and volunteer for District 6780 Interact conference.
Brad was an avid golfer and fixture at Fox Den Country Club as “Bucket Man,” filling divots and sinking putts while feeding ducks for the past 30 years. When not golfing, Brad traveled to all four corners of the world with his wife and daughters, often scuba diving.
He was a humble leader with a lifelong commitment to serving others-- friends and strangers alike. His kindness, smile, and sense of humor will be missed. To know him was to love him, and his absence leaves a void in the hearts of many.
He was a wonderful husband and father and is survived by his wife of 48 years, Dr. Kimber Bradbury, and daughters, Dr. Kristin Salter of Murfreesboro, TN and Dr. Kelly McDonald (Andrew) of Charlotte,
NC. His favorite role was that of doting grandfather or “Putter” to his granddaughter, Katherine. He is also survived by his siblings, Karen Johnson (Eric) and Stan Bradbury (Carmina), as well as numerous friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James T and Mary Louise Bradbury.
A service will be held on Thursday, May 7th, at St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Farragut at 6:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Loudon County Humane Society (P.O. Box 602, Lenoir City, TN 37771) and Lenoir City Rotary Club (P.O. Box 944, Lenoir City, TN 37771)
Armenda “Joyce” McCarter, 87, of Farragut, TN, passed away April 9, 2026. Joyce was born in Silverton, CO on November 4, 1938, to the late Victor S. and Geneva Kirkland Lovingood. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Joe C. Summit; second husband, John L. McCarter; daughter, Linda “Cathey” Summitt and brothers, James “Jim” M. Lovingood and Leroy “Roy” V. Lovingood.
She is survived by her daughter, Geneva “Eva” L. Smith and husband, Elbert “Buddy” M. Smith; granddaughter, Jennifer “Jenny” H. Liles and husband Joe Liles; great granddaughter, Elizabeth H. McCurdy and Sarah J. McCurdy; favorite nieces, Jimmie J. Lovingood, Connie R. Bivens and husband, Vic Bivens; many more nieces and nephews, and close friends, Wanda Lovingood and Bonnie Summitt.
Joyce spent most of her life in Madisonville and Knoxville, Tennessee, where she built a life rooted in faith, family, and simple joys. She worked for many years in food service at Saint Mary’s Hospital, where she was known for her kindness and steady dedication. A woman of the Baptist faith, she loved the Lord deeply and lived in a way that reflected her beliefs. Joyce found peace in tending her flower beds and spending time outdoors, and she never passed up the chance for new “journeys”. She also shared her life with beloved four‑legged companions who brought her so much joy.
Visitation was held on April 14, 2026, from 12:00-1:00pm at Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel, with service starting
at 1:00pm. Immediately following the service, family and friends met in Grigsby Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery for a 2:00pm graveside comital with Rev. Mike Kelly officiating. Pallbearers for the service were Gene Stokes, Ron Turner, Vic Bivens, Boone Hackney, Ozzy Garcia and Buddy Smith.
Click Funeral Home Farragut Chapel is honored to serve the family of Joyce McCarter.
Vincent John Senatore, 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Vincent was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent Michael Senatore and Suzanne Helen Daly Senatore; his first wife, Helen; and his son, Vincent Glenn Senatore. He is survived by his loving wife, Louise Creekmore; his daughter, Holly; his son, CDR Richard Senatore, USN; his daughter, Dana; and his son, Stephen Senatore. He also leaves behind six cherished grandchildren and many cousins. Vincent will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to service, his craftsmanship, his leadership, and his deep love for family and community. For full obituary details please visit www.berryhighlandmemorial.com
Wanda Napier Lacy passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, teacher, and mentor whose warmth, wit, and wisdom touched countless lives.
Wanda was born on March 30, 1949 and raised in Celina, Tennessee, where she met the love of her life, Raymond E. Lacy (Ray), who loved, supported, and cared for her. He was her best friend for 56 wonderful years of marriage.
She was Valedictorian of her 1967 Celina High School senior class, editor of the yearbook, a cheerleader and Homecoming Queen. Her teachers inspired her to learn and pursue teaching as a career, specifically, Mrs. Lecta Grace, Mrs. M.D. Cherry, Mrs. M.E. Cherry and Dr. Douglas Young, who were all incredibly dedicated.
For 40 years, Wanda taught math at Gresham Middle, W. Memphis High and Farragut High School, including AP Calculus, for almost 20 years. She served as Math Department Chair and mentor to numerous wonderful teachers. She was known for her intellect and dedication. She told her students, “It’s about the learning, not the grade”. In fact, over 98% of her AP Calculus students received college credit. One student wrote that she “brought her soul and tireless conviction to sharpen every student’s mind”.
She received a Bachelor of Science in Education degree with honors and a Master of Mathematics degree from the University of Tennessee. Her dedication to education earned her many honors, including Tennessee Teacher of the Year (2013–2014). She served on former Governor Bill Haslam’s Teacher Cabinet for many years and was recognized by the University of Tennessee College of Education for her lifelong contributions to teaching. Wanda was inducted into the University of Tennessee Educators Hall of Fame. She is member of AOII sorority and thoroughly enjoyed sisterhood, especially with her daughters.
Wanda devoted her life to lighting the path for others. Her legacy lives on in the countless lives she inspired. She was considered by many as a true legend in mathematics education.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Marie Neal Napier and William Earl Napier of Celina. She is survived by her devoted husband, Ray; her cherished daughters, Cindy Wagner (Crawford) of Knoxville and Allison Lederer (Reid) of Knoxville; her sweet and loving sister, Janet Richardson (Doug) of Mt. Juliet; and her four beloved grandchildren, Ford Wagner, Jack Wagner, Parks Lederer, and Devon Lederer, all of whom she was infinitely proud.
A Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus in Knoxville, Tennessee. Receiving of friends will be in the Cathedral Hall from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. She will be laid to rest at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Farragut High School Foundation – Math Department; the University of Tennessee Foundation, College of Education – Volsteach Program; or the UT Medical Pat Summitt Clinic.
Joyce Louise VanSant Judge, 90, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 14th, 2026. She passed gently from this life with her daughter holding her hand. Joyce was born on August 19th, 1935 to Vernon Vaughn VanSant and Jessie Milton Jones VanSant in Mount Victory, Kentucky.
Joyce is survived by her sisters Emily VanSant Howard of Chattanooga, TN and Frances VanSant Edwards (Robert) of Lexington KY. She is survived by a daughter, Marcia Judge Rotty of Sellersville, PA; two sons, David Allan Judge (Cynthia) of Jacksonville, AL and Daniel Franklin Judge of Knoxville, TN; five grandchildren, Elise Ivey Wright (William), Jeremy Rotty (Ashley), Gaelyn Amick (Stephen), Cory Judge, and Allison Judge (Hayden), as well as eight great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Vernon Vaughn VanSant and Jessie Milton Jones VanSant; her seven brothers: Benjamin Franklin, William Russell, Vernon Vaughn, Philip Hudgins, Daniel Milton, Jesse Francis, and Cecil Thomas VanSant; one son, Mark Andrew Judge Jr, and the father of her children Mark Andrew Judge Sr.
Joyce founded the Tennessee Alliance for the Mentally Ill and became its first
Executive Director. In this role she spoke to the U.S. Congress to advocate for insurance benefits for mental health care, strove tirelessly to help destigmatize mental illness, and provided support for individuals and their families experiencing mental health crises.
Joyce was an avid gardener, a dedicated tennis partner, an enthusiastic pianist, and a ruthlessly competitive player of Scrabble and Chinese Checkers. Her wordplay and silliness gave the impression of a soul that remained forever young. She enjoyed encouraging students as a substitute teacher at Farragut Middle School. She was a lifelong, devout believer in Christ who helped foster a similar abiding faith in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Joyce’s remains will be cremated per her request, arrangements by Sadler-Suess Funeral Home of Telford, PA. Joyce’s memorial service will be held at a later date, in Kentucky. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to NAMI Tennessee, 131 Sanders Ferry Rd. Suite B, Hendersonville, TN 37075 or you may donate online at namitn.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/
Alexander Dumas of Knoxville, TN, was born on March 8, 1928 and died on February 12, 2026 at 97 years old. Born in Detroit, MI, Dumas enlisted in the United States Navy in 1945 at the age of 17 and served as a corpsman with U.S. Navy hospital where he treated patients injured at Iwo Jima. After his discharge, he was a nurse at University of Virginia Hospital while he attended the university as a pre-med student. But his true calling would come about a decade after receiving a painting kit for his 27th birthday. He discovered a passion for painting and eventually had paintings commissioned by banks, businesses and organizations. His artwork helped Dumas earn accolades from some big names, including Paul “Bear” Bryant, Howard Cosell, Stan Brock and Johnny Majors
Dumas served as a major in the 3rd Infantry Brigade of the Tennessee Defense Force/Tennessee State Guard. In the early 1970s, Dumas met a paraplegic veteran who served as the catalyst for his creation of a series of works, including the aftermath of the Battle of Okinawa in 1945 titled “The Last Goodbye”. Dumas’ series of over 90 paintings depicts combat scenes from World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War These paintings now reside at the Morris Museum in Augusta, Georgia. Other paintings reside in the USS Tennessee Battleship Museum, National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, East Tennessee Historical Society, Robert P. Coggins Collection, Medal of Honor Museum and others “Lest We Forget was one of Alex’s favorite sentiments.
Beyond his art, Dumas was recognized for his involvement with various charities and organizations including the CADES program at Concord United Methodist Church, Remote Area Medical Expedition, Thompson Cancer Survivor Center and Knoxville Zoo. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Dumas. He is survived by his daughter, Pamela Piggott (Les) of Tylertown, MS and stepson, David Galey (Ginny) of Maryville, TN. He is also survived by grandson Charles L. Zakaib III (Gwyneth), great grandchildren Madelon & Rhoslyn.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the CADES program c/o Concord United Methodist Church, 11020 Roane Drive, 37934.
Services held on February 24th, 2026, at East TN State Veterans Cemetery at 1PM with military honors.
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