It is with sad hearts that we announce that Terrie Ann Knell, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 in Knoxville, TN from surgery complications. Terrie was born in Orlando, FL on June 25, 1956. Her father was in the military, so they moved around before settling in Las Vegas, NV when she was 15 years old. While she was not always fond of her 100% natural, fiery red hair, that was one thing that attracted her sweetheart of nearly 47 years, David Knell. They met on August 28, 1976 and were married exactly one year later. They were later sealed in the Las Vegas Temple for time and all eternity. David and Terrie were blessed with two beautiful children, son, Michael, and daughter, Erica. Terrie was an accomplished seamstress who loved quilting and sewing clothes for her kids. She loved her job as a bank teller for Nevada State bank, and then worked in accounting for several different companies before retiring after 20 years with the City of Henderson, NV. She was a proud member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and had a strong love and testimony of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She served in various capacities in her church, including as Relief Society President and Primary President, but she loved being with the babies in the nursery most of all. Although her health eventually prevented her from serving a senior couple mission, Terrie and David were able to serve as service missionaries in their church. For the past 4 years Terrie had been enjoying retirement and life as Grandma in Knoxville, TN - soaking up every minute! She is greatly loved and will be greatly missed by all who have had the pleasure and privilege of knowing her.
Preceded in death by mother, Earlenamae Raitt; father, Cleo Preston "Pat" Raitt Jr.; best friend Jan Barnhurst. Survived by her husband of 47 years, David Knell; children, Michael Knell, Erica Clapp (Ryan Clapp); 3 grandchildren, Byron Clapp, Diana Clapp, Zephyr Whitaker; and brother, Preston Earl "Skip" Raitt.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Friday, July 26, 2024 at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home (2300 West Adair Dr. Knoxville, TN 37918). An additional time of visitation will also be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (6024 Grove Dr. Knoxville, TN 37918) from 10:00 am - 10:45 am, Saturday, July 27, 2024 with the memorial service to follow at 11:00 am. Interment will follow the memorial service at Lynnhurst Cemetery ( 2300 West Adair Dr. Knoxville, TN 37918). Terrie’s favorite color was royal blue, so please consider wearing something royal blue in her honor. Condolences and fond memories may be shared with the Knell family at www.berrylynnhurst.com
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