Sep 30, 2020

George W. Beaty, age 85, of Tellico Plains, TN, passed away, Wednesday, September 30, 2020.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Beaty; brother and sister-in-law, Howard and Jean Beaty, Valdosta, GA; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

No formal service will be held at this time.

Sep 30, 2020

Jennifer Glenice Miller, 55, of Tellico Plains passed into eternal life on September 30, 2020, while surrounded by her loving family.

A 1983 graduate of Rhea County High School and 1984 graduate of TCAT LPN program, Jenni was passionate about her career.  During her time as a nurse, Jenni’s favorite specialties were step-down ICU and dialysis, and...

Sep 28, 2020

Michael Lee Ledesma, age 67, passed away peacefully, September 28, 2020 at his home.

He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

A private Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.  Myers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Sep 28, 2020

Frank Reed Axley, age 91, of Madisonville, TN passed away September 28, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lola Axley and parents, Reed and Lula Axley.

He is survived by his children and spouses, Frankie and James Monger, Johnny and Kaye Axley, Vicki Anderson and Carol Axley; grandchildren, Greg and Steven Monger,...

Sep 14, 2020

Jennie Lela McClellan Shadden, age 95, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord Monday, September 14, 2020 at NHC of Athens.

She was preceded in death by her husband, V.O. Shadden; son, Dennis Shadden; parents,

Leslie and Alice McClellan; sisters, Dora McClellan and Anna Moser; brothers, Willie McClellan and Elden McClellan.

Sep 8, 2020

Elizabeth Aurora French, September 12, 1991 to September 8, 2020 age 28 years old; your wings were ready but our hearts were not.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Elizabeth French, Thomas and Virginia Slater all of Monroe County; father, Arlie R. French and uncle, Johnny French.

She was raised and...

Sep 5, 2020

Joyce Louise Coder, age 79 of Tellico Plains, TN went home to be with her Lord Saturday, September 5, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Benchoff.

Joyce was co-founder and vice president of Well Spring of Life Ministry and a member of First...

Aug 21, 2020

C. Edwin Butler, age 48 of Tellico Plains, TN was called home to be with the Lord Friday, August 21, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Keith and Linda Butler; grandparents, Rev. Woodrow and Pauline Butler, R.A. and Louise Cathey; brother, Barry Butler; brother-in-law, Carl...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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;...

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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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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...