Sep 12, 2019

Kenneth Lee Smith, age 87, of Tellico Plains passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family Thursday, September 12, 2019 at Sweetwater Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Moses Smith; parents, Sylvester and Margaret Smith; siblings, Rosie Hastings, Darrell, Fred, Herman, James “Deanie”, Jesse, Ralph and Troy Smith and Lucille Thomas.

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Sep 11, 2019

Peggy Lee Jenkins Hyatt, age 65, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at her home in Lenoir City while surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Frankie Lenderman Jenkins and her father, Bob Jenkins.

Peggy spent much of her time enjoying her mountains in Tellico Plains. She loved long...

Sep 7, 2019

Mildred Joines Millsaps, age 97, of Tellico Plains and formerly of Red Bank, TN went home to be with the Lord Saturday, September 7, 2019 while surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, J. D. Millsaps; parents, Ross and Jessie Joines; and sisters, Huretta Davis, Tommie Cornett and Harriett Hodge.

Aug 26, 2019

Janet Lynne Vinyard, age 58, of Madisonville, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Janet was an active member of the Monroe County Rescue Squad for many years. She enjoyed making various crafts, playing music, and fishing. She always had a way of making others laugh and putting smiles on...

Aug 14, 2019

Rosie Darlene Walker, age 61, of Tellico Plains passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Emerson and Bulah Walker; brother and sister-in-law, David and Emma Walker; sisters, Barbara and Charlene Walker.

Rosie was loved by all and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

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Jul 22, 2019

Martha Nell Stewart Peals age 93 of Orick, CA, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019, after a long battle of sickness. She was born and raised in Tellico Plains, TN, and moved to Orick, CA where she owned The Palm Cafe and Motel for over 33 years. She was the daughter of Grace Gentry Stewart and Jacob Anson...

Jul 11, 2019

Scott E. Phillips, age 48, Tellico Plains repaired his last car and made his last wrecker call on July 11, 2019 at UT Medical Center while surrounded by his loving wife and family.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Roxie Powers Phillips and Edward Gray and Annette Ford Atchley; father-in-law, Harlan Martin; cousin,...

Jun 15, 2019

Sylvia Lucille Norwood, age 78 of Tellico Plains, TN departed this life Saturday, June 15, 2019 at her home with her husband and children by her side.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Ada Tilley, several sisters and her first husband, Ralph. Sylvia loved the Lord and is at rest now in His...

Jun 10, 2019

Vernona “Nonie” Johnson, age 70 of Madisonville, TN formerly of Sarasota, FL, succumbed to her illness Monday, June 10, 2019 at her home while surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by infant grandson, Grayson and was a graduate of Dixie Holland High School in St. Pete, FL. Nonie was a loving wife, mother,...

May 27, 2019

“Shorty” Edward Taylor, age 75, of Tellico Plains, TN went to be with his heavenly family on Monday, May 27, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Imogene and Buster Taylor; brother, Larry Taylor; infant brother, Dewayne Taylor and sister, Bettye Hyatt.

He is survived by...

May 20, 2019

Stoney J. Ogle, (Nov. 10, 1964 to May 20, 2019) passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Monday, May 20, 2019 at UT Medical Center, Knoxville, TN at the age of 54.

He was the son of Jane and the late Juel Irons of Coker Creek. He is survived by his loving wife of 32...

May 2, 2019

RV Ervin, age 83, of Madisonville went home to be with the Lord Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Sweetwater Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mildred Ervin.

He was a member of Notchy Creek Baptist Church, Tellico Masonic Lodge #80, Kerbela Shriners and 32 0 Degree Mason Scottish Rite.

Apr 28, 2019

Justin Tyler Freeman, Tellico Plains, age 34, born on October 10, 1984, went peacefully to his Heavenly home at 12:02 P.M. on Sunday, April 28 th in Bartlesville, OK.  His passing came after two weeks of battling the last stage of congestive heart failure. He grew up in the Rural Vale community of Tellico Plains, TN, in Maple Springs...

Apr 18, 2019

James “Jimmy” Harold Moore, age 54, of Alcoa and formerly of Tellico Plains passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his father, George Harold Moore and grandparents, Walter and Lillian Sylvester.

He is survived by his children, Victoria, Jacob and Jessica; mother, Sandra Sylvester Moore; brothers, Leland Moore and David...

Apr 15, 2019

Anna Faye Moore Bilyeu, 84, of Tellico Plains passed away Monday, April 15, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Jr. Roy Baker and Edward Bilyeu; parents, Tim and Ruth Moore; sisters, Betty Lou Moore and Aquilla Woley and brothers, Tim Jr., Glen, Ray and George Moore.

Anna was a member of Tellico...

Apr 7, 2019

Justus Paul Stiles, 19, of Coker Creek heard his name called Sunday, April 7, 2019; he stood up to his full height, chest out, and expanded his beautiful new wings then soared to his new home, Heaven, where his eternal Father embraced him and said “welcome home my child”. Justus was a member of Long Ridge Baptist Church, was...

Apr 4, 2019

Max Cook, age 54, of Tellico Plains went home to be with the Lord while surrounded by his family Thursday, April 4, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ora Sr. and Jimmie Sue Cook; sisters, Sandra Buckner, Ellari Davis and brothers, Dan, Benton, and Ronnie Cook.

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Mar 25, 2019

Darrell Martin Wilkins, age 73, of Madisonville, TN passed away March 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving wife and daughters.

Darrell was born February 19, 1946 in Hamburg, Iowa to Verne and Elma (Hansen) Wilkins.  He attended Fremont-Mills High School where he was a standout athlete.  After graduation he attended Junior College in Eagle...

Mar 14, 2019

James R. “Jim” Sullivan, age 82, a native of FL and resident of Coker Creek, TN “left the building” on March 14, 2019 peacefully at home with his loving family and close friends by his side. He is now at the pearly gates.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucille and Frank Sullivan; close friend,...

Mar 13, 2019

Deborah Gau, age 59, of Vonore and formally of Dayton, OH passed away Wednesday March 13, 2019 at her home.

She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Gau; special father-in-law and mother-in-law, Russ and Sue Henss.

Deborah loved her dogs and her life with Blake.

She is survived by her husband...