Beverly Gail Newsom (Blackburn), age 76, of Maryville passed away unexpectedly on January 15th, 2021.  She was born in Knoxville, TN in 1944.  Gail was a graduate of Central High School.  She was a dedicated wife and mother. Gail adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She loved traveling particularly to Indian reservations and deserts.  At home she hosted and cooked for family gatherings.  Gail loved to sew especially for family and those in need volunteering her time at a Christian center.   She was preceded in death by her parents, Wert and Lula Blackburn and sister Norma Wilson.  Gail is survived by her husband of 45 years, Patrick Newsom, four children, Mark and Julie Burchfield of Cape Cod, MA, Michelle and David Henderson of Maryville, TN, Matt and Renee Burchfield of South Carolina and Missie Young of Knoxville, TN; sister, Sue and Calvin Bean of Knoxville, TN; sister, Marie and David Holback of Roanoke, VA.  She is also survived by a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Per Gail's wishes there will be no services.  In lieu of flowers, the family ask you to celebrate Gail's life and her beating lung cancer in 2011 by donating to the American Lung Association.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, (865) 982-6041, www.millerfuneralhome.org