Jimmy Clinton “Hutch” Hutcheson, age 75, of Kingston, passed away at home with his family by his side after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents: Clinton and Allie Malone Hutcheson; and infant sister, Evelyn Ann. He was a member of Kingston Church of Christ. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years: Margaret Givens Hutcheson; son: James Allan “Hutch” Hutcheson (Deanna); daughter: Brandi Grindle; grandchildren: Aidan Grindle, Matt Entler, and Jessica Smyth (Dylan); sisters: Shirley Cantrell (R.L.) and Melissa Bailey (James); step-mother: Carolyn Hutcheson; nieces: Ava Bailey and Karen Hinkle; nephew: David Cook; sisters-in-law: Judy McIntosh (Perry) and Betty Thiebault, and brother-in-law: Jim Clark.

A native of Alabama, his family moved to Kingston in 1954. He was an avid sports fan and coached little league for many years. He thoroughly enjoyed watching his grandson Aidan, who is an outstanding football and basketball player.

He was employed for the Roane County News and Knoxville News Sentinel. He then worked at K-25 where he retired with over 20 years of service. Most recently he owned Kingston Small Engines where his friend, Avery Ladd worked with him. He enjoyed many friends coming daily to hang out and keep the news going.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. eastern Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at Kyker Funeral Home of Kingston. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. eastern Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at Kingston Memorial Gardens.

Kyker Funeral Home of Kingston is serving the family.