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Donald Ray Sproles - In Memoriam

The Knoxville Bar Association and its members remember the friends of the association who may be gone, but not forgotten. We value their service to the community through their work toward justice and hope that this may serve as a tribute to them.

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Donald Ray Sproles

Posted on: Dec 31, 2012

Donald Ray Sproles, age 61, of Knoxville, TN passed away Thursday, August 2, 2012 following a short illness. Born in Kingsport, he graduated from the University of Tennessee and UT Law School. He is survived by his wife, Karen Sproles, daughters, Lauren Karnitz (Stephen), Amanda Thompson (Brent) of Knoxville; son, Matthew Sproles (Marissa Pollack) of Denver, CO; grandsons, Leo and Evan Karnitz; granddaughter, Pearl Thompson; brother, Gary Sproles (Shea Sproles); and nephew, Ben Sproles. Don and wife Karen were owners and operators of four Lunchbox restaurants in Knoxville. Don had a passion for life and helping others. He ran for County Commission in 2009. His campaign slogan was “service as a way of life.” He was a recent chair member of KAT Board of Knoxville, chairman of the board of the Volunteer Ministry Center, treasurer for the Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee for the last 14 years and a member of Leadership Knoxville. He was actively involved with Habitat for Humanity, especially working on houses through the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan. He was a vital and active member of Good Samaritan where he served several terms as Sr. Warden. He was also a lector, Eucharistic Minister, Usher, and passionate lay leader.

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