Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Monroe County, Tennessee

Emile W. Limoge

Emile W. Limoge

Jul 25, 2020

Emile W. "Buster" Limoge was born December 1, 1953 in Burlington, VT. Surrounded by his loving family, he went peacefully to his heavenly home July 25, 2020 in Coker Creek (Tellico Plains), TN after battling a year of cancer.  He grew up in Burlington/Winooski, VT and then moved to Bradenton, FL where he was the owner of Cow Industries...

Dennis Gerald Kirkland

Dennis Gerald Kirkland

Jul 21, 2020

Dennis Gerald Kirkland, age 67 of Tellico Plains, TN went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family and loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anderson and Margie Kirkland; brother, Gary “Goob” Kirkland.

Dennis had many joys in life such as running...

Juanita Smalling Roe

Juanita Smalling Roe

Jul 14, 2020

Juanita Smalling Roe, age 74, of Tellico Plains and formally of Friendsville passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at Blount Memorial Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her parents, W.O. and Evelyn McKelvey Smalling and several brothers and sisters.

Juanita retired from AT&T. A loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to many. She will...

Luke Wakefield

Luke Wakefield

Jul 11, 2020

Luke Wakefield celebrated his 100 th birthday this past April 24 th . A lifelong resident of Tellico Plains, he passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Sweetwater Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ella Mae Wakefield; sisters, Kate Ownby, Annie Ownby, Elizabeth Roberts and Ruth Moore; brothers, Ralph Wakefield, Charles Wakefield,...

Bernice Williams

Bernice Williams

May 28, 2020

Bernice Williams spirit went home on Thursday, May 28, 2020. She was 67 years old and a resident of Tellico Plains and formerly of GA.

She was a believer and loved her Lord. Bernice had a very caring and loving nature toward everyone she knew and will be greatly missed.

She is survived by her...

Shellie Hicks

Shellie Hicks

May 28, 2020

Shellie Hicks, age 69 of Vonore passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Margaret Pohl Terry; brother, William “Bill”; first husband, Richard Stamp and second husband, Colonel Spurling.

Shellie is survived by her husband, Dennis Hicks; daughters, Debbie and Lisa; sons, Richard, J.J., Bill and Andy;...

Pamela Moses Williams

Pamela Moses Williams

May 19, 2020

Pamela Moses Williams, 44, was born January 8, 1976 to William and Carol Allen Moses.  Heaven gained another angel on May 19, 2020 when Pam went to her heavenly home.

She was preceded in death by her father, William “Bill” Moses; paternal grandparents, Grover and Ida Moses; maternal grandparents, Telford and Ester Sutton Allen; ex-husband, Earl Williams....

Pamela Hamilton Mcjunkin

Pamela Hamilton Mcjunkin

May 12, 2020

Pamela C. Hamilton McJunkin, age 54 of Tellico Plains went home to be with Jesus Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Earnestine Hamilton.

A member of Tellico Plains Church of God, Pam was a long time employee of Tellico Beach Drive In. She was a loving...

James E Millsaps

James E Millsaps

May 9, 2020

Rev. James “Jim” E. Millsaps, age 82, took off and entered into the presence of his Lord on Saturday, May 9, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betsy Millsaps; parents, Alfred “Bloomie” and Thelma Millsaps; sister, Christine Voyles; sister-in-law, Tine Hawkins.

Jim loved his Lord. His...

Tine Hawkins

Tine Hawkins

Apr 20, 2020

Eva Ernestine Beaver Hawkins, age 81, passed away and entered into the presence of the Lord on Monday, April 20, 2020.

“Tine” was born October 26, 1938 in Tellico Plains, TN where she lived all of her life and graduated from Tellico Plains High School in 1957.  She was faithfully married to her husband, Harold Preston Hawkins,...

A.C. Hampton

A.C. Hampton

Apr 19, 2020

A.C. Hampton, age 93, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord Sunday, April 19, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Hampton; parents, Roy and Janie Hampton; son, Odell Hampton; two brothers; and three sisters

A.C. was a jolly fellow, enjoyed life and the people around him.

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Sara Carolyn Lloyd

Sara Carolyn Lloyd

Mar 31, 2020

Sara Carolyn Lloyd of Birmingham, AL passed away on Tuesday March 31, 2020 surrounded by family. She indeed remained steadfast under trial and we rest with full assurance that she has received her crown. What a blessing to know that Jesus is our Only Hope and His promises are true.

Carolyn was born June 12, 1941 in...

Robert "Ronnie" Williams

Robert "Ronnie" Williams

Mar 28, 2020

Robert “Ronnie” Williams, age 69, of Tellico Plains heard Jesus call his name Saturday, March 28, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kimbrough & Mary Sue Williams and brother, Jimmy Ray Williams.

He was a member of Harvest Fellowship Community Church. He enjoyed spending his time fishing and was a true bargain...

Lynn Kathleene Kast

Lynn Kathleene Kast

Mar 20, 2020

Lynn Kathleene Kast, age 75, a native of New York and a resident of Tellico Plains for 28 years passed away Friday, March 20, 2020 at Park West Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Shirley Taylor.

Lynn was very family oriented and enjoyed cooking, baking, knitting and playing Sudoku....

Wilma Jean Carroll Kilby

Wilma Jean Carroll Kilby

Mar 19, 2020

Wilma Jean Carroll Kilby went to meet her Heavenly Father Thursday, March 19, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Eva Sue Debety Carroll Evans; father, Melvin Carroll; stepparents, Harvey and Geniva Evans; brother and sister-in-law, Ronald Carroll and Beulah Williams; father-in-law and mother-in-law, William Junior and Ethel Gardner Kilby.

She was a...

Carilyn Powers Rogers

Carilyn Powers Rogers

Mar 17, 2020

Carilyn Powers Rogers, age 72, of Tellico Plains gained her angel wings Tuesday, March 17, 2020 while surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Eugene Rogers and parents, Reed & Lela Powers.

She was of the Baptist faith. Carilyn enjoyed working outside in her flowers and picking blackberries. She...

Eric Nicholas Johnson

Eric Nicholas Johnson

Mar 11, 2020

Eric Johnson, age 39, of Tellico Plains passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at UT Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Charlie and Etta Holcomb.

He is survived by his daughters, Lilly, Phoebe and Loretta Johnson; mother, Lola Holcomb; grandmother, Lillie White and lots of loving family & friends.

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Lois "Reta" Ireta Cook

Lois "Reta" Ireta Cook

Mar 2, 2020

Lois “Reta” Ireta Cook, age 87, Madisonville passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 at  home with her family by her side.

She was preceded in death by her second husband, Charles Cook; first husband, Lonzo Manning and infant daughter, Marsha Manning.

She was a member of the Madisonville Chapter #426 Order of the Eastern Star....

Marcia Elaine Faggard

Marcia Elaine Faggard

Feb 25, 2020

Marcia “Elaine” Faggard, age 68, of Tellico Plains and formerly of Mobile, AL passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at her home with her loving husband by her side. She is now singing with the angels.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Kermit & Edna Davis; one brother; five sisters and infant son, Edward...

Alice West Wear

Alice West Wear

Feb 22, 2020

Alice West Wear passed away at home surrounded by family and friends. We will always remember you…we will remember you as a beauty, a whirlwind, a fighter.  We will remember you as an advocate for all children and a lifelong educator who enriched thousands of lives in Monroe County. And most importantly we will remember you for your great...