Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Monroe County, Tennessee

Doris Louise Shadden

Doris Louise Shadden

May 1, 2025

Doris Louise Plemons Shadden, 92, a native of Tellico Plains, resident of Maryville, was reunited with her loving husband in Heaven Thursday, May 1, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, George L. Shadden; parents, Hob and Reba Plemons; brother, Bob Plemons; sisters, Mary Thorpe, Lila Teague, Gwen Nelms, Ruth Young, and...

Loretta Jane Miller

Loretta Jane Miller

Apr 29, 2025

Loretta Jane Morgan Miller, 79, gained eternal peace on April 29, 2025 after battling a lengthy illness. She was the daughter of the late John Thurman and Bertha Shaw Morgan and sister to Bob (Shirley) Morgan and Jim (Barbara) Morgan of Tellico Plains.

Loretta became a caregiver at the age of 11 when her mother suffered debilitating...

James "Jim" C. Stewart

James "Jim" C. Stewart

Apr 26, 2025

James “Jim” C. Stewart, of Tellico Plains, TN went to his Heavenly Home and was reunited with his loved ones on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his first wife, Annette Stewart; parents, Jacob and Gracie Stewart; sisters and brothers-in-law, Emma Lee and Harvey Price, Iris and L.J Cole, Martha and Elick Peals,...

Roger Allen Miller

Roger Allen Miller

Apr 24, 2025

Roger Allen Miller, 61, of Tellico Plains, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Heather Miller Hill; parents, Jessie and Rosie Miller; and step-daughter, Tabitha Turpin.

Roger was born and raised in Tellico Plains, TN. He was baptized in 1972 and became a...

Carol Ruth Webb

Carol Ruth Webb

Apr 23, 2025

Carol Ruth Webb, 72 of Tellico Plains, TN, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Woodrow and Nellie Edith (Jones) Lindner.

Carol was a devoted member of Maple Springs Baptist Church. She worked many years for Athens Community Hospital. She then went...

Seth Adam Wilson

Seth Adam Wilson

Apr 3, 2025

Seth Adam Wilson, of Tellico Plains, TN reunited with his loved ones in Heaven on Thursday, April 03, 2025 at the young age of 47.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Arlie Joe Sr. and Anna Ruth (Betty) Long Wilson; siblings, Perry Wilson and Katherine Marie Wilson.

Born on August 18, 1977, Seth...

Colter Guy Hamilton

Colter Guy Hamilton

Apr 1, 2025

Colter Guy Hamilton, infant son of Anthony and Caylie Hamilton, of Coker Creek, TN, gained his angel wings on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 while in the loving arms of his parents.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Jeremy Hamilton; uncle, Justus Stiles.

He is survived by his mommy and daddy, Caylie and Anthony...

Charles Henry Walker

Charles Henry Walker

Mar 28, 2025

Charles Henry Walker, 82, of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on Friday, March 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Elias Walker and Blanche Kimsey Walker; sister, Mary Ann Hutto.

Charlie served in the US Army from 1962-1965, and worked for K25 and Y12 for 33...

Jerry William Edmondson

Jerry William Edmondson

Mar 27, 2025

J. William Edmonson, affectionately known as Trujellio Hex, “T”, to his family and friends passed away at the age of 76 in his beloved home of Tellico Plains, in Eastern Tennessee on March 27th, 2025.

His life is a testament to resilience, hard work and love for his community. "T" was a proud member of Center Presbyterian...

Ruth Mae Davis-Hall

Ruth Mae Davis-Hall

Mar 19, 2025

Ruth Mae Davis-Hall, 89, of Tellico Plains, TN went to be with the Lord on, Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Wade and Frances Hall; brothers, Ralph Hall, Danny Hall Sr., James Millard Hall, and William Albers Hall.

Ruth was a member of Rural Vale Baptist Church.

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Melvin Ross Walker

Melvin Ross Walker

Mar 14, 2025

Melvin Ross Walker, age 73, of Tellico Plains was reunited with his loved ones in heaven on Friday, March 14, 2025.

He was preceded in death by father, J.C.  Walker; son, Melvin “Ross” Walker II and brother, Don Walker.

Melvin and Polly, are as native to Tellico Plains as they come. He worked for IUPAT...

Lenn Myerson

Lenn Myerson

Mar 12, 2025

Lenn Myerson, age 79, of Tellico Plains, TN, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 7:45 a.m.

He is preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Charnoff.

Lenn lived with his 4 dogs and he loved to walk them. As long as he was able, he walked them twice every day. When he became disabled,...

Mary Minerva Schoville

Mary Minerva Schoville

Mar 3, 2025

Mary Minerva Schoville, 94, of Coker Creek, TN passed away March 3, 2025. She was born in the family dairy farm house near Footville, WI on July 18, 1930. Mary was the daughter of the late I. Glenn and Frances Klusmeyer. She was preceded in death by her parents listed above; husband, Bill Schoville; siblings, Kenneth Klusmeyer, Betty Lubbers,...

Patricia Hamilton

Patricia Hamilton

Feb 23, 2025

Patricia Hamilton, age 59, formerly of Leakesville, MS and a resident of Tellico Plains, TN passed away peacefully, Sunday, February 23, 2025 with her loved ones by her side.

She is preceded in death by parents, Arthur Ray and Theresa Prentiss and brother, Kenneth Ray Prentiss.

Patricia was always busy doing projects around the house...

Joshua Mitchell Veal

Joshua Mitchell Veal

Feb 20, 2025

Joshua Mitchell Veal, age 50, of Tellico Plains, received his Heavenly healing and arrived home on February 20, 2025, with his loving wife, children, and family by his side. He was born to Jerry Veal and Rebecca (Bryson) Veal on September 9, 1974 at Blount Memorial Hospital.

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Michael Anthony Leblanc

Michael Anthony Leblanc

Feb 19, 2025

Michael Anthony LeBlanc, age 62, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee and formerly of Atlanta, Georgia, and Waterford, Connecticut, went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2025. Michael leaves a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable stories that will forever remain in the hearts of his family and friends.

Michael was “born to be wild!” in New...

Pamela Michelle Dalton

Pamela Michelle Dalton

Feb 14, 2025

Pamela Michelle Dalton, age 54, of Coker Creek went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025 with her loving family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Ruby Nicholson; and sister, Jaime Nicholson.

Pam was a dedicated member of Epperson Church. She had a passion...

James Arlice Holt

James Arlice Holt

Jan 29, 2025

James Arlice Holt, age 21, of Tellico Plains, gained his angel wings on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 while his family and caregivers surrounded him with love.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Arlice Boring, Howard Bunch, Robert (Bob) and Jena Stamey Holt, Sr.; honorary grandparents, Jack and Betty Holt.

James attended Shady Grove...

Scott Tilghman Burroughs

Scott Tilghman Burroughs

Jan 27, 2025

Scott Tilghman Burroughs, age, 58 left this world and all its sorrows behind on January 26, 2025.

His love growing up was the beaches of Ocean City Maryland, Fenwick Island and Bethany Beach. He enjoyed many years of shopping on the boardwalk and looking at all the touristy junk stores. Rehoboth Beach was the “artsy fartsy” town,...

Gertrude Trudy Galfano

Gertrude Trudy Galfano

Jan 23, 2025

Gertrude “Trudy” Galfano, age 94, a native of Brooklyn, NY and a resident of Loudon, TN was reunited with her loved ones in Heaven on Thursday, January 23, 2025 while surrounded by her loving family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard V. Galfano; son, Barry Galfano; daughter, Francine Harris; sister, Annette Gandolfo.

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