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,...

Jun 3, 2021

Charles M. Gormley, 83, of Tellico Plains, TN and formerly of Toledo, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 3, 2021.

He was born on March 5, 1938 to Sadie and Charles Gormley. He dutifully served his country from 1956-1978. Charles was a UAW member, retiring from GM Powertrain in 2006.

Charles was preceded in...

May 27, 2021

Shirley Wallace, age 83, of Tellico Plains went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 27, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Vester Wallace; father, Luther Moses; mother, Elizabeth Thompson.

Shirley was a member of Piney Grove community church. She enjoyed many different things in life such as traveling, shopping and...

May 23, 2021

James Leon Kirkland, age 65, of Tellico Plains went to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 23, 2021.

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

Leon was a member of Beaty’s Chapel Baptist Church of Tellico Plains for many years, he also enjoyed watching Shepherd’s ministry on...

May 20, 2021

Melanie Brannon Dean, age 47, of Englewood, TN went home to be with her Savior Thursday, May 20, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her son, Garrett Brannon Dean; grandparents, Grady and Neita Garrett and Ross Brannon; aunt, Marie Brackett; uncle, Ray Garrett; and special friend Melissa Garren.

Melanie was a member of Victory...

May 19, 2021

Samantha “Nikki” Hunt Lethco, age 37, of Tellico Plains received her wings, Wednesday, May 19, 2021.

Nikki was a graduate of Tellico Plains High School and an active member of Faith Church in Sweetwater, TN for twenty three years. She taught youth classes, sang in the choir and wrote the church programs. She loved reading and had...

May 14, 2021

Jurald Bodey Kirkland, age 60, of Tellico Plains went home to be with Jesus and join his loved ones in heaven, Friday, May 14, 2021, after fighting a long battle with cancer.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Boyd and Bessie Self Kirkland; sister, Kathryn Stemm; and one grandson.

Jurald loved reading his...