Francis Gordon Whitsell, Jr., age 69 of Knoxville, passed away June 24, 2014 at North Knoxville Medical Center. He was an avid race car fan, enjoyed hunting and fishing but above all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Preceded in death by father, Francis Gordon Whitsell, Sr.; mother, Esta Hale Whitsell Harvey; brother, Gene Whitsell.

Survivors:

Wife: Carolyn Whitsell

Sons: Dennis Whitsell and wife Kelly
Randy Whitsell and wife Lisa

Daughter: Sandy Jones and husband Carl Bell

Brothers: Adolf, Johny, Peter and Freddy

Sisters: Jannie and Carolyn

Grandchildren: Thomas, Brandon, Coty, Brittany, Jessica, Matthew, Amanda and Denver

Great grandchildren: Angel, Summer, Autumn, Matthew, James, Jacqueline, Jackson, Anthony, Lane, and Michael.

The family will receive friends Friday, June 27th from 5:30-6:30PM at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. Memorial service will follow. Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.holleygamblefh.com