Agnes Evelyn Kirkland Nations, 92, of Seymour, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on November 14, 2026. Born November 10, 1934, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Agnes lived a life marked by steady faith, quiet strength, and a gracious devotion to those entrusted to her care.
Agnes was a graduate of East High School and Carson Newman College. With an honest spirit and a gentle way, she devoted many years to teaching in the Knoxville city schools until her retirement, offering patience, consistency, and kindness that made a lasting difference in the lives she touched.
For 64 years, Agnes shared life and love in marriage with her husband, Bobby Lee Nations. Her loyalty to her family and her unwavering faith were the foundation of her home and the guiding thread through every season.
A faithful member of Valley Grove Baptist Church for 59 years, Evelyn served in the children’s ministry for more than 40 years. Her service reflected a sincere devotion—quietly given, faithfully kept, and offered with a tender heart.
In her everyday joys, Agnes found comfort in simple pleasures: working puzzles, cheering for the Tennessee Vols, and following the Braves. These familiar routines carried her steady spirit and brought warmth to ordinary days.
Agnes was preceded in death by her spouse, Bobby Lee Nations; her son, Michael Nations; her parents, George and Lois Kirkland; and 10 brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her son, David Nations (Terri); her daughters, Beth Armstrong (Kenny) and Laura Tilley (Rick); her grandchildren, Josh Armstrong (Amanda), Emily Brooks (Travis), Ryan Nations, Nickolas Tilley, and Zackery Tilley; and her great grandchildren, Ellie and Emerson Armstrong, and Elizabeth, Baker, Everett and James Brooks.
Visitation will be held on November 17, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. at Berry Highland South Funeral Home 9010 E. Simpson Road. A Funeral service will follow on November 17, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 6:30 pm. A Committal Service will be held on November 25, 2026, at 8:30 am. at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery on Gov. John Sevier Hwy.
The family extends a special thank you to her caregivers that have taken care of mom over the past 4 years, and to Gentiva Hospice, for their compassion and support. Evelyn will be remembered with deep respect and enduring gratitude—for her faithful life, her gentle presence, her loyal love, and the honest goodness she carried into all she did. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Valley Grove Baptist Church missions. Condolences may be offered at www.berryhighlandsouth.com
