Kathy Jo Connatser, age 66, of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020.  Preceded in death by son, Michael Verlin Gideon; brother, Ricky and father, Ross Akins.  Survived by mother, Betty Akins; daughter, Amy Cates and husband, Stanley Cates; grand-daughter, Emily Cates; 6 sisters and 6 brothers; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and special dear friend Shirley Sexton and a good friend Verlin Gideon.  Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Crossroads Tabernacle, Rev. Gertrude Osburne officiating.  Graveside service and interment to follow in the church cemetery.  Family will receive friends 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Crossroads Tabernacle.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home, Maryville, (865) 982-6041, www.millerfuneralhome.org