Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Monroe County, Tennessee
Calvin Billy Rutherford
Jun 7, 2026
Calvin Billy Rutherford, age 72, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 7, 2026 with his loving family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his parents, J.L. and Armendy Rutherford; sister, Oleeta Winburn.
He is survived by daughters and son-in-law, Natasha and Ryan Greeson, Alyssia Harris; grandchildren, Rosemary and Sage Harris; brother and...
Paul R. Medina
Jun 7, 2026
Paul R. Medina, age 80, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alberto and Georgia Medina; grandsons, Joseph Paul Medina, and Jeff Pippin; granddaughter, Theresa Pippin; sisters, Carmen Medina, and Santos Medina; brothers, Domingo Medina, and twin brother, Pete Medina; and Godson, Jason Medina.
Paul was...
Rebecca Faye Franklin
Jun 6, 2026
Rebecca (Becky) Faye Franklin, age 48, of Tellico Plains, TN was suddenly taken from this world on June 6, 2026, and now is in the arms of Jesus.
She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Cross; grandparents, Martha Medlin, and Robert and Dessie Cross, one of her angel babies; and eight angel grandbabies she is already holding in Heaven.
Rebecca...
Richard Linn Smith Sr.
May 31, 2026
Richard L. Smith Sr., age 85, of Madisonville, went to his heavenly home in the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
He is procced in death by his wife of 52 years, Virginia Smith; his parents, Wilson Smith, and Martha and Albert Haury; brother, Jim Smith; granddaughter, Christina Capastany; great-granddaughter, Kenzo Kerekes.
Anyone who knew Richard knew him as...
Martha L. Crawford
May 27, 2026
On May 27, 2026, Martha L. Crawford closed her eyes in sweet rest and peace. The Bible comforts us with Jesus’ words “The dead in Christ will rise.” Oh, what a day that will be! She leaves behind all six of her daughters, eight grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren, nine great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
On...
Christina Wakefield
May 17, 2026
Christina Wakefield, age 57, of Tellico Plains, was welcomed into her heavenly home on Sunday, May 17, 2026 with her devoted family surrounding her bedside.
She was born in Tacoma Park Maryland to Afton Wakefield and Ramona Jessup.
She is survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Kylianne and Chase Gregory. She also leaves behind her two grandchildren, Charlianne and Judah Gregory...
Dean Patrick Kelly
May 13, 2026
Dean Patrick Kelly, age 66, of Tellico Plains, formerly of Antioch, IL went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Judy Kelly; parents, Richard and Judith Kelly.
Dean was born October 6, 1959 to Richard and Judith Kelly. He leaves behind a legacy of craftsmanship, kindness and unwavering love for others....
Matt E. Bryson
May 10, 2026
On May 10, 2026, Matt E. Bryson, age 64, went home to be in the arms of Jesus. Though Harriman was his home in recent years, he was Tellico Plains through and through, where his roots and heart always remained.
He was preceded in death by father, Daniel “Danny” Bryson; grandmother, Roxie Bryson; uncles, Eldon “Slim” and Judson “Ross” Bryson.
He is...
Martha Joyce Fair
Apr 22, 2026
Martha Joyce Fair was born on May 7, 1946, to Floyd and Ruby Jewell Timmerman. The eldest daughter of four children (Larry, Martha, Jerry, and Karyn), Martha was raised to know and serve the Lord. This was a cornerstone that would shape every season of her life.
In 1963 Martha graduated from high school and set out across the country to...
Darren Lee Thomas
Apr 16, 2026
Darren Lee Thomas, age 57, of Tellico Plains, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Mary Ann Thomas; and brother, Michael Thomas.
Darren was a lifelong resident of Tellico Plains, TN. He loved the Lord and his family dearly. He enjoyed the outdoor life from camping, hunting to fishing, embracing nature whenever...
Leland Ray Irons
Apr 15, 2026
Leland Ray Irons, age 74, of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dotsy Irons.
Leland was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was known for his great sense of humor and telling the best jokes. With a heart full of love and compassion, he was always first to lend a hand....
Ruth Phillips White
Apr 6, 2026
Ruth Phillips White, age 81, of Tellico Plains was reunited with her loved ones in heaven on Monday, April 6, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward L. White; parents, Harold and Roxie Phillips; daughter-in-law, Violet Holder White; brothers and sisters-in-law, Gene and Carolyn Phillips, and Steve and Charlotte Phillips; niece and nephews, Ginger Phillips, Scott Phillips, and...
John Junior Norwood
Mar 23, 2026
John Junior Norwood, age 78, of Reliance, TN was reunited with his loving wife in their heavenly home on Monday, March 23, 2026 while surrounded by his loving family.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Gail Martin Norwood, parents, Rev. John and Annie Norwood; brothers, Vandis, Paris, and Woodrow Norwood; sisters, Imogene Cantrell and infant sister Gladys; niece,...
David Collier
Mar 22, 2026
David Collier age, 74 of Vonore, TN passed away at home on Sunday, March 22, 2026 with his loving wife by his side.
He is preceded in death by his previous wife, Lea Collier.
A verse from the Bible that became very important to David in his life was Isaiah 66:22-23.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Lisa Collier; sons, Chad Collier...
William Darriel Gardner
Mar 14, 2026
William Darriel Gardner, age 72 of Tellico Plains went to his Heavenly home, while surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his father, William “Herbie” Gardner, Sr. and mother, Juanita Phillips Frye; father in-law and mother-in-law, Rev. Henry and Lena Harrison; sister, Aneita Gardner; brother, “Little Herbie” Gardner Jr.; nephews, Travis Bryson...
Dona Rae Van Asdale
Mar 5, 2026
Dona Rae Van Asdale, Folk Artist Who Lived a Life of Imagination, Dies at 86
Dona Rae Van Asdale, a prolific folk artist, potter, writer, and storyteller whose imaginative life spanned decades of creative work and unconventional living, died on March 4, 2026, just shy of her 87th birthday.
Born March 15, 1939, in Salamanca, New York, she experienced a complicated early...
Ruth Lucille Crane
Mar 5, 2026
Ruth Lucille Crane, age 94, of Tellico Plains, formally of Monticello, IN and Fort Myers, FL passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest (Ernie) Crane; son, David Crane; granddaughter, Amy Crane; sister and brother-in-law Doris and Jack Meents; and parents, Miney and Ethel Rieken.
Ruth was described by her family and friends as being...
Scotty Rodney Miller
Feb 21, 2026
Scotty Rodney Miller, age 55, of Tellico Plains passed away unexpectedly on, Saturday February 21, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his father, Russell Miller; grandparents, Roy and Irene Lance, and Edward and Gladith Miller.
Scotty was a lifelong resident of Tellico Plains, Tennessee, who loved fishing on the river and enjoying being out in the fresh air.
He is survived by...
Marjorie Alice Morris
Feb 12, 2026
Marjorie Morris, aged 74, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was born on June 10, 1951, to the late William and Ethel (Minns) Padgett. Marjorie's life was a testament to the love and joy she shared with those around her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Ethel (Minns) Padgett; grandson, Kevin Stinnett; great-grandchildren, Zachary...
Sonny Wayne Cathey
Feb 9, 2026
Sonny Wayne Cathey, age 69, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 9, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Burmel and Dwayne Cathey.
He was a deacon at Coker Creek Independent Baptist Church and a pillar of the community. Sonny worked alongside his family in running a sewing business for many years. He loved to travel and...
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