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...

Sep 3, 2021

Edward “Gene”  Eugene Norwood, age 80, of Tellico Plains, TN, was reunited with his mom and dad in heaven, Friday, September 03, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Uless and Janie Norwood; brothers, Dubert, Haskell, Archie, Harvest “Bill” and Oughtley Norwood; sisters, Sarah Thomas, Bernice...

Aug 30, 2021

Wyvetta Dalton, age 84, of Tellico Plains left her earthly body on Monday, August 30, 2021, to finally be with her Jesus, the one she spent her life loving. Until the very end she was worshipping the Lord. Her faith and convictions never wavered. She, a lot like Paul, counted the things of this Earth as garbage. All of...

Aug 25, 2021

Joseph Paul Medina, age 20, of Tellico Plains, left his family and friends on earth and went to be with his Lord and family members in Heaven on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his papaw and mimi, Ed and Ester Brown.

J.P. was a part of the 2019 graduating class...

Aug 15, 2021

Hazel Kyle McIntyre English, age 79, of Tellico Plains, TN, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Katie Torbett McIntyre and great-grandmother, Phobie Allen Johnson.

Our beloved mom and Nana went home to heaven to be with Jesus. She loved adventure and loved to dance, but...

Aug 12, 2021

Harold (Doll Eyes) Preston Hawkins, Jr., age 84, of Tellico Plains, went to his heavenly home to be reunited with his wife, Tine on Thursday, August 12, 2021.

Harold Jr., was born November 2, 1936 on School House Hill in Tellico Plains where he lived his whole life. He was a 1955 graduate of Tellico Plains High...

Aug 11, 2021

Phillip James DeBernardi, age 36, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Sweetwater hospital.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry and Alice DeBernardi and William Rex and Anna Lyle; step-sister, Megan Iannuzzi; and his good friend, Mr. Krause.

Phillip had two verses that he based his life after daily:

Mark...

Aug 7, 2021

Emerson “Emmy” Rae English, age 3, of Tellico Plains gained his Heavenly angel wings on Saturday, August 7, 2021.

Emmy Rae loved playing with trucks, trains, tractors or anything with wheels. He loved spending time in the water. His family always said he was 100% boy.  Emmy had the most contagious laugh and loved everyone he ever...

Aug 5, 2021

Sue Stephens, age 88, of Tellico Plains passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021.

She was a member of Beaty’s Chapel Baptist Church.

She is survived by husband, Bill Stephens; son, Billy Stephens; daughter and son-in-law Donna and Lowell Burrell.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, August 7,...

Aug 3, 2021

Tina Louise Duncan Jones, age 47, of Coker Creek, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 3, 2021.

Preceded in death by parents, Beecher and Johnnie Duncan.

Tina was a member of Unicoi Baptist Church. She enjoyed fishing and working in her garden in the backyard. She loved spending time her children...

Jul 16, 2021

Randy Curtis Dills, age 56, of Tellico Plains, TN went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 16, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his father, Johnny Dills; Uncle Danny Ratledge; and several other aunts and uncles.

Randy enjoyed riding horses; going on wagon trains with his “sidekick” Brittany (his daughter) and raising chickens...

Jul 14, 2021

"T.R." Thomas Roscoe McDaniel, age 81, of Tellico Plains, TN went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 14, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Lela McDaniel; father, Richard McDaniel; sons John McDaniel and Todd Davis.

T.R. was a member of the Tabernacle of Faith. He served his country proudly in the...

Jul 3, 2021

OBITUARY FUNERAL NOTICE

W. “Dale” Cantrell, age 75, of Coker Creek went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 3, 2021 at the home of his brother, Sidney Jones in Coker Creek, TN.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn (Breedlove) Cantrell; father, Clyde Jones; mother, Josephine (Cantrell) Debty and...

Jun 27, 2021

Barbara “Pauletta” Young Best, age 82, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord Sunday, June 27, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Herman Best, Sr.; mother and father, Clyde and Essie Marie Young; sisters, Carra Lee Belcher, Letha Miller and Stella Colvin; brothers, Alvin Young, Hewlette Young and Terry Young....

Jun 24, 2021

David L. Miller, age 64, of Tellico Plains went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 24, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his father, Leslie Miller.

David loved the mountains and enjoyed fishing. He also enjoyed collecting and working on old cars but most of all David loved spending time with his wife,...