Sheila Dianne Willoughby Smith age 57 of Corbin,KY passed away on October 16th, 2023. Sheila was born in Knoxville, TN on May 19th, 1966. She grew up between Knoxville, TN and Brunswick, OH and graduated from Central High School Knoxville, TN, Class of 1985.
Sheila was best known for her talent with a crochet needle gifting those she loved most with what she made. Some of her other favorite hobbies were listening to gospel music and reading books, one of her favorite authors being Judy Blume. Sheila was her children’s biggest cheerleader whether that be cheering them on through sports or finding their careers. She was always there encouraging them to follow their hearts and not to worry about what others would think.
Sheila is preceded in death by father, Tom “Tony” Willoughby. Survived by mother, Dianne Willoughby of Powell, TN; brothers, Tony (Jennifer) Willoughby of McKinney, TX and Rodney (Rose) Atkins of Fairview, TN; sons, Brandon (Taylor) Knight of Loudon, TN, Justin (Danita) Sparkman of Liberty KY, Harley Smith of Lexington, KY, Levi Smith of Lexington, KY; daughter, Summer (Bronson) Black of Oak Ridge, TN. Sheila was most proud of her role as a Gramie for her grandchildren; Jenna, Jason, Mahala, Makinlee, Jackson, Terri, Logan, Maverick, Harper, Lily and Arwen.
Family will receive friends Saturday from 12-2pm with funeral service following at 2pm at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home. Tommy Spencer to officiate. Burial will take place immediately following services at Woodlawn Cemetery, 4500 Woodlawn Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920.
“Until we meet again, may God bless you as he has blessed me.” - Elvis Presley
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berrylynnhurst.com for the Willoughby Smith family.
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