Dec 1, 2021

Catherine “Cathy” Sawyer, age 59, of Tellico Plains, TN, formerly of Long Island, NY, was called to her Heavenly home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 1, 2021.

Cathy was an animal lover; she and Mike had several fur babies and they love each of them dearly. She worked as a special education assistant at...

Dec 1, 2021

Timothy “Tim” Ray Kirkland, age 63, of Tellico Plains went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, December 1, 2021 while surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his dad, Junior Leon Kirkland; brothers, Michael Lee Kirkland and James Leon Kirkland.

Tim lived in Fort Worth, TX for over 30 years where...

Nov 23, 2021

William A. “Bill” Stephens, age 95, of Tellico Plains passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Stephens.

Bill was the oldest deacon and member of Beaty’s Chapel Baptist Church and he proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II.

He...

Nov 18, 2021

Tommy Lynn Allman age 70 of Brentwood, TN, formally of Tellico Plains passed away Thursday November 18, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

He loved the UT Volunteers and graduated from UT Knoxville School of business with...

Nov 10, 2021

Samuel (Sam) Lee Hatfield, of Madisonville TN, was received into heaven at the age of 75, on Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his father Jack Hatfield originally from Nashville TN; mother Francis Belcher of Madisonville; brothers LC Hatfield of Wyandotte Michigan, and JC Hatfield of Madisonville TN; half-sister Rosella (Rose) Davis of...

Nov 1, 2021

Patsy Elaine Simmons, age 74 of Madisonville, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her husband, James “Steve” Simmons; parents, William and Marion Robinson; and brother Johnny Robinson.

She is survived by her daughters, Elaine Reynolds, (Andrew McElroy), Erica Swain (John); son, David Walton (Kellie); grandchildren, Lauren King,...

Nov 1, 2021

Judith Marie Phelps age 38 of Etowah, TN, passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021 at Hospice of Chattanooga. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Donald Welch; uncle, Steven Welch; and her paternal grandparents, Kenneth & Sharon Skoglund; step father, Bruce McEmery.

She is survived by her husband, Christopher Ryan Phelps; daughter, Dierdre Renee...

Oct 28, 2021

J. Dean Weese, "Deno" a long time resident of the Tellico Plains community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at the age of 66. Dean was a free spirit who cherished time with his family and friends.

Preceded in death by his loving son, Joshua D. Weese; parents, James E. and Joyce K. Weese of...

Oct 25, 2021

Mary Lou Gourley Thomas, age 81, of Tellico Plains, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, October 24, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arvil and Thelma Gourley; sons, Mickey Lee and Larry Jack Stewart; brothers, James Edward and Charles Ray Gourley; sister, Linda Sue Watson; and sister-in-law, Teresa Lethco Gourley.

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Oct 22, 2021

Linda Gail Valentine, age 60, of Tellico Plains gained her heavenly wings Friday, October 22, 2021.

Linda was a registered nurse who worked for Athens Regional Medical Hospital for 15 years. As a member of New Providence Missionary Baptist Church, Linda had devoted her life to Christ and carried that with her into her nursing career. The...

Oct 22, 2021

Bruce Allen Gonia, age 73, a resident of Tellico Plains, TN, formerly of Malone, NY passed away Friday, October 22, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Bonita Gonia; and his parents Francis and Lorraine (McCaffrey) Gonia.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Angela and Stacy Taylor of...

Oct 15, 2021

Bessie Elizabeth Farner Shaw, age 82, of Coker Creek passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at the home of her daughter, Melanie Dush in Athens, TN.

Bessie was an active member of the ladies auxiliary for veteran’s administration. She was an avid quilter, loved canning and enjoyed farming. She loved her children and grandchildren but most of...

Oct 8, 2021

Sandra Marie Shaw, age 58 of Madisonville, TN passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at Blount Memorial Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Maria Ochoa.

Sandy loved living in the mountains in East Tennessee. She loved her family with all her heart and she will be deeply missed by all...

Oct 8, 2021

Melvin Ross Walker II age 44 of Tellico Plains passed away Friday, October 8, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, J.C. Walker; grandparents, Leslie and Alma Strickland.

He is survived by his daughter, Neena Walker; grandson, Malakhi Mullins; son, Preston Walker; bonus sons, Brandon Herrera and Daylan Rosenbalm; parents, Melvin and Polly...

Oct 6, 2021

Billy Eugene Atkins “Doc”, age 76, a lifelong resident and educator of Tellico Plains, TN passed away on October 6, 2021. “Doc” was an educator in Monroe County for nearly 50 yrs.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia Conner Atkins; daughter, Teri D. Atkins Brown, spouse David; son, Jeffery Aaron Atkins; sister, Judy Atkins Caughron, spouse...

Oct 5, 2021

Barbara Kay Reaser Walker, age 69, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Ermal Gay Reaser; sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Carl Minigh; brother, Samuel Reaser; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Emerson and Bulah Walker; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, David and Emma Walker; and sisters, Barbara Walker...

Sep 29, 2021

Janice “Jan” Faye Lambert, age 65 of Tellico Plains, went to her Heavenly Home on the morning of Wednesday, September 29, 2021, with her family by her side. She was known by many names; Momma, Mom, Nana, Jan, Nana Jan, Gussie, Snall, Shortcut, Sister, Daughter, Cousin, Friend, Secretary, and most importantly she was known by her Savior Jesus Christ,...

Sep 25, 2021

Roy Easley Lynn, age 36, went to his heavenly home and was reunited with his loved ones that had been waiting on him Saturday, September 25, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Easley and Gena Mae Lynn; maternal grandparents, Roy and Irene Lance; aunts and uncles, Alice Lynn Monger Miller, Floyd, George, Norman,...

Sep 23, 2021

Frank W. Chapman, age 76, of Tellico Plains, was called to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

Frank loved his life on the farm with his family and was passionate about sharing God’s love with others. He is preceded in death by his parents J.B. and Bertha Chapman;...

Sep 16, 2021

Hubert Ray Wilson, 74, of Tellico Plains passed away peacefully at his home on September 16, 2021. He was a great man of God who dedicated over 40 years of his life to preaching the gospel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Delcie Baker Wilson, first wife, Polly Smith Wilson; second wife, Norma...