Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Monroe County, Tennessee
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...
Shane Keith Fritts
Jan 30, 2026
Shane Keith Fritts, age 41, of Englewood left those he loved the most on Friday, January 30, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Richard and Eula Mae Fritts and Rex and Virginia Baker.
Shane had a heart of gold and a one-of-a-kind sense of humor. He had a gift for making people laugh and lifting spirits wherever he went....
William Jack Newman
Jan 13, 2026
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William “Jack” Newman, age 88, of Tellico Plains passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Robin Newman McCamey; parents, Vall and Veanie Newman; sisters, Jamila Jane Newman Burgess and Janice A. Newman Young; and brother, James “Jim” Newman; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Norman and Freda Burger.
Jack was...
Tammy Walker
Jan 1, 2026
Tammy Walker, age 63, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Pryor and Vina Best; brother, Terry Best; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Emerson and Beulah Walker.
She is survived by her husband, Reed Walker; son, Adam Walker; brother, Jimmy Best; brothers-in-law, Frankie and Alfred Walker; sisters-in-law,...
Creed Edisson Shell
Dec 22, 2025
Creed Edisson Shell, age 76, of Coker Creek, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side, Monday, December 22, 2025.
Creed is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Rhoda Shell; daughter, Teresa Shell; brother, Gary Shell; half-brother, Shane Shell; nephews, Jeffrey Shell, and Mark Shell; niece, Jenny Shell.
He is survived by his loving wife of...
David Lee Witt
Dec 21, 2025
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David Lee Witt, a firm believer in Christ, age 65, a native of Florida, a resident of Athens, and formerly of Coker Creek, TN went home to be with Jesus, Friday, December 21, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his companion, Lora Orr; father, Myles Witt; grandparents, Charlie and Ray Sutton, and Ed and Myrtle Witt; childhood best friend, Gabriel...
Sonya Holt
Dec 21, 2025
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Sonya Holt, age 57, of Tellico Plains, gained her angel wings Sunday, December 21, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Arlice Boring; Howard and Madell Bunch, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert (Bob) and Jena Stamey Holt, Sr.; and son, James Holt.
Sonya was a lifelong member of Shady Grove Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Tellico Plains High...
Hugo Josef Hans Schielke
Dec 13, 2025
Hugo Josef Hans Schielke, age 87, of Monroe County, TN, formerly of Boca Raton, FL, and Rockville, MD, passed away quietly at his home in the Ballplay Community on Saturday, December 13, 2025 after being under hospice care since January, 2025.
He was born in Wehrden, Germany on March 4, 1938. As a child during World War II, his family fled...
Wilma Roberts
Nov 25, 2025
Wilma Roberts, age 83, went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 25, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
She is preceded in death by her husband, JC Roberts; children, Wilvon Kennedy, Sherry Kennedy Queen, Joyce McKelvey, Brenda Kennedy, Randy Kennedy; brothers, Lonnie Hatmaker, Charles Hatmaker, and Billy Hatmaker
Wilma spent her life with a generous and giving heart, always willing...
Julia Rose Jones
Nov 22, 2025
Julia Rose Jones, age 45, of Tellico Plains, passed away, Saturday, November 22, 2025 with her loving husband by her side.
She is preceded in death by her brothers, Andrew Hoffman and Luke Hoffman; nephew, Jack Hoffman.
Julia was born March 21, 1980 and is the daughter of Gary and Karen Hoffman of Spencer, Nebraska. Upon graduation from Spencer-Naper High School, Julia...
Joseph "Joe Dean" Graves
Nov 14, 2025
Joseph “Joe Dean” Graves, age 83, of Tellico Plains, TN met his Savior, Friday, November 14, 2025 while surrounded by his loving family.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Zona Graves; brothers, Bud Graves, and Bill Graves; grandparents, Willie B. and Nancy Eller Queen.
He served in the U.S. Army as an Armored Intel Specialist with Troop B, Third Recon...
Brenda Gean Miller
Nov 5, 2025
Brenda Gean Miller, 72, of Tellico Plains, walked right into the garden of Heaven, Wednesday, November 6, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Mutt” Miller; parents, Elmer and Lois Millsaps Kirkland, sister and brothers-in-law, Gladith and Alvin Debety, and Eddie Hawthorne.
Brenda was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She filled her...
John Alexander Gunter Jr.
Oct 31, 2025
John Alexander Gunter, Jr. age 80, a resident of Tellico Plains, Tennessee and a native of Hope Mills, North Carolina, won the battle and claimed the victory on Friday, October 31, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John Alexander, Sr. and Bessie Kate Gunter; son, John Robert Gunter; and brother, Charles Gunter.
John was admired by his family and...
Mary Anne Barnes
Oct 7, 2025
Mary Anne Chambers Barnes, age 69, of Tellico Plains, passed away, Tuesday, October 7, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Faye Chambers.
Mary Anne was a woman of many talents with a passion for working in her flower beds, quilting, and traveling. She was very creative, always had an adventurous side and...
Donald Raymond West
Oct 3, 2025
Donald Raymond West, 92, of Tellico Plains, TN went home to his Lord and Savior, Friday, October 3, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Rollie and Tina West, grandsons, Jeremy Richard Hamilton and William Lucas West, great-great-grandson, Colter Guy Hamilton; and brothers and sisters.
Donald found happiness in the simple things in life. Bluegrass music, wagon rides with the...
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