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...

Jan 2, 2021

Sam W. Monger, age 71, of Tellico Plains, won the battle and claimed his victory at 2:50 A.M. on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at UT Medical Center. He spent his last hours, surrounded by his loving wife and children.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edith Monger and father-in-law, Herbert Davis.

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Dec 30, 2020

Peggy Hall Wall, 73, of Tellico Plains and Niota, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020.

Peggy was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and teacher. For 42 years, she dedicated herself to educating students at Tellico Plains Junior High and High School. She inspired hope, love, forgiveness and equality throughout many generations of our youth....

Dec 29, 2020

William “Gary” Watson, age 70 of Tellico Plains went home to be with his Lord Tuesday, December 29, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his father, William “Tommy” Watson; sister, Linda Sparks; brother, Kenny Watson.

He was a pipe fitter/welder for many years. He was a hard worker and loving husband. Gary was loved...

Dec 27, 2020

Arvin “Bill” Harris, age 74, of Tellico Plains went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Irene Harris; 3 brothers and 1 sister.

Bill worked many years as a high lift operator for lumber mills in Tellico...

Dec 21, 2020

Mark Allen Shell, age 41, of Tellico Plains passed away Monday, December 21, 2020 at Parkwest Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Wayne Shell; sister, Jennifer Marie Shell; grandparents, Thedford and Sue Jones and Rhoda Shell.

Mark loved logging, hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his wife...

Dec 2, 2020

Stella Graham Brannon, age 72, of Tellico Plains was rejoicing as she reunited with her mama in her heavenly home Wednesday, December 2, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Golie and Effie Lou Graham; brother, Conney Graham; uncles, Kenny Duckett and Robert Ellis; nephew, Mike Moore and niece, Lori Sutton.

Stella lived...

Nov 29, 2020

Selena Jeanette (Debety) Wiggs, age 46 went to be with the Lord Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Sweetwater Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Alvin and Gladith Debety, Fate and Esta Baker and grandmother, Welberta Baker Pruitt.

She was a member of Miller’s Chapel Church. A dedicated sunday school teacher, Selena enjoyed...

Nov 15, 2020

Sam W. Watson, age 89, of Madisonville  went home to be with the Lord Sunday, November 15, 2020 at East TN Health and Rehab.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Watson; son, Thomas Cleveland “Doc” Watson and grandson, Matthew Thomas Watson.

He was a member of Poplar Bluff Baptist Church where he...

Nov 9, 2020

Chealeah Sue Stewart Salvo, age 32, passed away Monday, November 9, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Becky Payne; maternal grandmother and step-grandfather, Sue and Jim Standridge; and paternal grandfather, Delbert Ray Stewart.

She is survived by her children, Destiny and Bentley Stewart and Kinzlee Salvo; her father and step-mother, Bobby and...