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...

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...