Johnny "Kay" Swatzell

Johnny Kay Swatzell 86, of Greeneville passed away peacefully in his sleep at Durham -Hensley Health and Rehab Center of Chuckey on February 15, 2024.
He worked at Magnavox and retired after 42 years of service. He attended Kingsley Avenue Freewill Baptist Church as long as his health permitted. He enjoyed listening to gospel music and growing Iris flowers to sell and being with his family was the light of his life.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years Ruth Swatzell, one daughter Teresa (Terry) Cutshaw,
one granddaughter Brandi (Zach) Berven of Knoxville, several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Wallace and Ruth Swatzell, three brothers Clarence, Ralph, and J.W. Swatzell.

The family wishes to express a special thank you to Dr. Theo Hensley, all the staff and nurses at Durham-Hensley Health and Rehab Center of Chuckey and the nurses and staff of Caris Hospice.

The family will receive friends from 11-12 noon Saturday February 17, 2024 at Jeffers Funeral Chapel at Afton. The funeral service will follow at 12 noon in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Tim Roach officiating. The graveside service will follow in GraceLand Memorial Gardens.