Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Monroe County, Tennessee
Jesse David West
Sep 5, 2026
Jesse David West, 49, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away peacefully, Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Tennova Hospital in Knoxville, surrounded by many loving family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Maurice and Dorothy “Tootsie” West; maternal grandfather, Billy J. “Heavy” Raby; uncle, Gabriel “Gabe” West.
Jesse was a graduate of Tellico Plains High School. He...
“Lynyrd” Ernest Lynn English
Aug 26, 2026
“Lynyrd” Ernest Lynn English, age 35, of Tellico Plains left this world too soon on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his Momma Paulie, Nephew “Emmy Rae”, Mamaw Billie, Mamaw Jean, and Papaw Charlie.
Lynard was always working with his hands and had a competitive side a mile long. His children were his pride and joy; he loved...
Daniel Walter Pacosz
Aug 24, 2026
Daniel Walter Pacosz, age 39, of Tellico Plains, TN was called home, Monday, August 24, 2026 at his residence.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Lesa Shaw; father, Richard Pacosz; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Daniel was currently working for Tactical Kinetics as a team leader in Knoxville TN. He was a machinist for 20 years making parts for General...
Mazzie MaryAnn Dalton
Aug 16, 2026
Mazzie MaryAnn Dalton, age 84, of Coker Creek, TN went to her heavenly home, Sunday, August 16, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Tommy and Richard Dalton; significant other, Donald Taylor; parents, Lawrence and Lucinda Dalton; grandson, Tyler Plemons; four sisters and two brothers.
Mazzie enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, spending her days tending to her garden, admiring...
Ronnie Shane Walker
Aug 15, 2026
Ronnie Shane Walker, age 73, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away on Friday, August 15, 2026 at UT Medical Center.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Lodema Akins; and father, Woodrow Walker.
Ronnie was an avid UT Vols fan and enjoyed spending his free time fishing on the river.
He is survived by his son, Jesse Walker; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer...
John Larry Scoggins
Aug 10, 2026
John Larry Scoggins, age 76, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
John was born on September 13, 1949 to Euclid Scoggins and Lorene Triplett Scoggins. He was a 1968 graduate of McMinn Central High School.
John met the love of his life, Linda Irons, on November 16, 1967....
Albert "Tiger" Ivens Jr.
Aug 7, 2026
Albert “Tiger” Ivens Jr., age 63, of Vonore, TN left too soon on Friday, August 7, 2026 with his loving family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his Pop, Albert “Al” Ivens Sr.; grandparents, Ike and Margaret Allen, Merle Coleman and Wright Ivens.
Albert owned and operated Ivens Transportation for many years, taking great pride in his work and...
Poke Byers
Aug 4, 2026
Poke Byers, age 73 a native of Guymon, OK and a resident of Tellico Plains for over 50 years, left behind his remaining earthly family to be reunited with his Lord and family members in Heaven on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Eddie Jr....
Deborah Lynn McLemore
Aug 1, 2026
Deborah McLemore, age 62, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026 at her home.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Violet Crandall McLemore; brother, Jerry McLemore; sister, Donna Lowe; father, Buddy McLemore; “Aunt Sally” McLemore; grandparents, Gladys and Guy Crandall, Roxie and Odd Riley McLemore; precious fur babies, Abby, Summitt, Jersey, Catch, Sydney, Parker, Angel, and...
Donald "Don" Amos Lee
Jul 23, 2026
Donald “Don” Amos Lee peacefully entered the arms of Jesus on July 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing he is finally healed, free from pain, and rejoicing in the presence of his Savior.
Don was born on June 3, 1964. Throughout his life, he was known for his strength,...
James Clyde "J.C." Valentine
Jul 13, 2026
James Clyde “J.C.” Valentine Jr., age 82, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away Monday, July 13, 2026 at Morning View Transitional Care.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Clyde and Fannie Ethyl Valentine; daughter, Amy Denise Valentine; brother, Don Edward Valentine; sister-in-law, Linda Valentine; brother-in-law, Larry Taylor.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth Marie Valentine; son and...
Bobby Sylvester Jr.
Jul 10, 2026
Bobby Sylvester Jr., age 67, of Tellico Plains, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026.
He is survived by his mother, Frances Holland; father, Bobby Sylvester Sr.; sisters, Nancy Tucker and Kimberly P. Freeman; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins; and special friend, B.J. Wall.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at...
Sharon Annette Burton
Jul 5, 2026
Sharon Annette Burton, age 55, of Madisonville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at home surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Judy Crowder Sr.; brothers, Walter (W.A.), Richard, and Paul Jr. Crowder; grandson, Kaiden Millsaps; aunt, Deborah Crowder.
Sharon was a devoted member of Antioch Baptist Church. She loved her family and...
Kimberly "Kim" Freeman
Jun 30, 2026
Kimberly “Kim” Freeman, 58, of Coker Creek, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026.
Preceded in death by her father, Juel Irons, and brother, Stoney Ogle.
Kim was a beloved local business owner dedicated to her community. Her warmth and generosity touched everyone she met, and her deep love for family and friends will forever remain in their hearts.
Kim is survived by...
Teddy G. Kirkland
Jun 24, 2026
Teddy G. Kirkland, age 70, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at the University of Tennessee Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harold G. Kirkland; and sister, Linda Kirkland.
Teddy’s interests included bowling, dirt track racing, playing cornhole with his 92-year-old mother, golfing, and fishing with his brothers and great-nephews. He will be remembered...
Richard Allen Hembree
Jun 22, 2026
Richard Allen Hembree, age 55, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 22, 2026 with his loving family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Tersea Hembree; parents, Jonas and Margie Hembree.
Richard was a lifelong resident of Tellico Plains. He recently became a member of Howard’s Chapel Baptist Church, and was...
Ozell Lance Miller
Jun 19, 2026
Ozell Lance Miller, age 78, of Tellico Plains passed away on, Friday, June 19, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Russell Miller; and son, Scotty Rodney Miller; her parents, Irene and Roy Lance; sister and brother-in-law, Ernestine (Calbert) Hamilton; brothers and sisters-in-law, George (Reba) Lance, RK (Penny) Lance, Eugene (Janice) Lance, Floyd Lance, and baby brother, Norman Lance.
Ozell...
Tammy Henderson Lee
Jun 12, 2026
Tammy Henderson Lee, age 55, of Madisonville, TN, originally from Coker Creek left this world on, Friday, June 12, 2026 to join her mom and dad, Lincoln and Christine Henderson; sister, Anita Miller; and brother, Johnny Wayne Henderson in Heaven.
Tammy graduated from Tellico Plains High School class of 1989. She enjoyed reading and spending time outside on her porch barefoot,...
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...
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