Feb 28, 2021

Jeffery Lewis Weygandt, age 61, of Tellico Plains, TN and a former resident of Citrus County FL, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lewis E. Weygandt.

Jeff was an all-around handy man and enjoyed spending time doing small projects; his latest was raising and working with honey...

Feb 25, 2021

Norma Ruth Wilson, age 63, of Tellico Plains went to her heavenly home on Thursday, February 25, 2021 after a brief illness.

She was preceded in death by her father, James T. Peels; mother, Wilma Jean Bowers; and brother Willie Peels. Norma loved attending church at the House of Prayer. In her spare time, she could be...

Feb 22, 2021

Carl John Lester, Jr., age 81 of Madisonville made his way home on Monday, Feb 22, 2021 after a brief illness.

Carl was born in Tellico Plains, TN and grew up in Lenoir City. He married and moved back to the town he loved where he raised his family. Carl supported the community as a member of...

Feb 18, 2021

Annette Clarkson, age 75, formerly of Elk Rapids, MI and current resident of Madisonville, passed away of natural causes on Thursday, February 18, 2021.

She is preceded in death by husband, Jim Clarkson; parents, Charlie and Ruby Smith.

She loved spending time with her grandchildren and was known as “nana” to everyone she met.

Feb 14, 2021

William “Harold” Taylor, age 67 , of Sweetwater, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Shirley Taylor; sister, Kathy Wade; grandson, Eli Laymance.

Harold was a deacon of Fairview Baptist Church of Tellico Plains, TN. He enjoyed fishing,...

Feb 12, 2021

Joan “Lea” Collier, age 74 of Vonore, passed away Friday, February 12, 2021.

She is survived by her husband, David Collier; daughter, Lori McNeese; sons, Joseph Doheny and Eric Kolb.

The family will receive friends Sunday, February 21, 2021, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at Myers Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held...

Feb 9, 2021

Terry Lynn Taylor, age 67, of Maryville, TN, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Ann Taylor Boring; sister, Tammy Steele; best friend and brother, Lewis Kirby. Terry was a wonderful father, grandfather, husband and friend to many. He will be greatly missed by all.

He...

Jan 31, 2021

Todd Berry Davis, 57, of Tellico Plains, TN was called by God to his Heavenly home Sunday, January 31, 2021.He is preceded in death by his Father, Buster Davis.

He enjoyed his job as a truck driver and working in construction. His Grandchildren brought a lot of  joy to his life and he loved them very much....

Jan 27, 2021

Alma Boring Baker, 86, a resident of Tellico Plains, formerly of Knoxville, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021.

She was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church and is preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas Doss and Vivian Boring; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lafayette “Fate” and Louise Baker; husband, Herman Baker; brother, Arlice E. Boring; and...

Jan 25, 2021

Barbara Faye Sliger, 74, a native of Athens and a resident of Tellico Plains, received her heavenly promotion by faith in Jesus Christ on Monday, January 25, 2021.

Anyone having met Barbara would realize her ability to bring sunshine to your soul.  Her ability to encourage others was her gift and calling.

Barbara was a...

Jan 22, 2021

Millard B. Reece, Jr., age 85, a native of Chattanooga and a resident of Coker Creek, TN, passed away on Friday, January 22, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents; beloved step-mother; his uncle, U.S. Republican Congressman, B. Carroll Reece; two brothers and a sister; mother of his children; brother-in-law, Cliff Laub; and great-grandson, Tristan...

Jan 16, 2021

James D.  “Old Man” Morgan, 85 of Tellico Plains, born January 31, 1935 to his parents John T. and Bertha Shaw Morgan, went to his heavenly home Saturday, January 16, 2021.

Jim enjoyed fishing and hunting. He and Barbara loved spending time bird watching, especially the martins and blue birds.  He was a member of New Providence...

Jan 15, 2021

Ester V. Brown, age 75, Tellico Plains went to her heavenly home to be with her loved ones on Friday, January 15, 2021 at her home while surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward “Ed” Ernest Brown; parents,  Manuel and Manuela Vasquez; sisters, Janie Lopez, Mary Hernandez, Billie Paredez, Mickey...

Jan 11, 2021

Edward Ducker, Jr., age 84, of Sweetwater, TN was a native of Arden, NC, former resident of Madisonville, TN and Bushnell, FL.  His family and friends are celebrating Ed’s eternal home going on Monday, January 11, 2021 at UT Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Pauline Ducker; parents, Ed Sr. and Velma...

Jan 10, 2021

James Edward Moore, age 93, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord on his favorite day of the week,  Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his wife IsaMae Moore; parents, Timothy and Ruth Wakefield Moore; grandsons, James Paul Moore and Scott Sylvester;...

Jan 9, 2021

Winston L. Hicks, age 68, of Tellico Plains passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dike and Azeline Hicks; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jr. and June Hicks, Kenneth and Mary Gail Hicks, Dillard Hicks; nephew, Dewight Hicks.

He loved hunting and gardening and his big green John Deere tractor....

Jan 8, 2021

Patsy H. Walker, age 80, of Tellico Plains, went home to be with the Lord and her family she had waiting on Friday, January 8, 2021 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Eddie Helton; husband Leroy Walker; son, Roger Wallace; brother, Benjamin Helton; sister, Annette Petty; and granddaughter, Andraya D....

Jan 5, 2021

Angie Bell Lloyd, age 49, of Rafter passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at her home.

She loved her parents, children, grandchildren and family very much. Angie enjoyed dancing and horseback riding. She was a kind and loving person who would do anything to help others.

She is survived by her children and spouses, Heather...

Jan 4, 2021

Walter “Dale” Garst, age 69, of Coker Creek went to heaven Monday, January 4, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion Lyle and Mary Alice “Peggy” Garst.

Dale loved his dog and faithful companion, Redman and he enjoyed playing his guitar in his spare time.

He is survived by his...

Jan 4, 2021

Carolyn Ann Phillips, age 74, Tellico Plains went to her heavenly home and was reunited with her son, Scott on Monday, January 4, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Gray and Mary Annette Ford Atchley; son, Scott Phillips; brother, Edward Grey Atchley Jr.; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harold and Roxie Powers Phillips; brothers-in-law, Steve...