Franklin Eugene “Gene” Hatfield, age 91 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Ben Atchley State Veteran’s Home. Gene served in the U.S. Air Force and was a proud veteran. He received a B.S. degree and worked at Martin Marietta/K-25 in Oak Ridge, TN until his retirement. Gene was also a Mason and Shriner belonging to Beaver Ridge Lodge #366 and the West Knox Shrine Club Kerbela Temple, Charter #23. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Mollie Hatfield; wife, Audrey Hatfield and 2 brothers, Floyd Hatfield and Harold Hatfield Sr.
Gene is survived by his sister, Emma Jo Trotter (Thomas); nephews, Hal Hatfield and Michael Hatfield; nieces, Gwen Marshall, Beverly Capone, and Cherry Duckett. Gene’s funeral service will be Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 12:30 pm at Berry Highland West Funeral Home, 9913 Sherrill Blvd, Knoxville, TN. Entombment will immediately follow in the Mausoleum. Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.berryhighlandwest.com