Rick Stemeye Obituary
We bid farewell to Rick Stemeye of Knoxville, Tennessee, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 28, 2026 at the age of 61. Rick touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lee Stemeye, Sr. and Virginia Rice Caston; his grandparents, Clarence, Lois Rice, Charles and Fronia Stemeye; and his siblings, Jerry Stemeye and Gina Stemeye.
He is survived by: his wife Tammy Stemeye; his children, Melissa Bumgardner (Aaron), Ashley Larrabee and Shirley; his grandchildren, AJ, Caleb Bumgardner and Arizona Larrabee-Stitt; his brother Lee Stemeye, Jr.; his sister-in-law Karen Stemeye; and his cousin Tammy McCony. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in Rick's memory to the American Diabetes Association at http://www.diabetes.org.
