Mar 16, 2024

John Christopher Franks age 43, of Madisonville passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at his home.

John attended Sequoyah High School class of 1999. He was a huge fan of the U.T. Volunteers, Hank Sr. and warm weather.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Brenda McLemore Franks; father, James Arvil Bryant; grandparents,...

Mar 11, 2024

Homer R. “Rick” Jenkins, age 78, of Maryville, TN, passed away, Monday, March 11, 2024 at Blount Memorial Hospital.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Newell and Sarah Jenkins and his daughter, Joy Jenkins Barnett.

Rick was born in Blount County and raised in the Mentor Community.  He retired from Alcoa Aluminum Company...

Mar 1, 2024

James “Jamie” M. Hicks, age 56, of Tellico Plains, was reunited with his loved ones in heaven on Friday, March 1, 2024 while surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Margie Elizabeth Williams Jones, sister, Susan Quinn Brooks, grandchild, Timothy Hamby and nephew, Matthew Barrett, Jr.

Jamie had his...

Mar 1, 2024

Richard Bivens, age 72, of Tellico Plains, went to his Heavenly home, Friday, March 1, 2024, with loved ones by his side.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father Mary Williams Cooper and Pink Bivens; brothers, Enos Bivens, Reed Bivens, Charlie Bivens, Wilburn O’Dell Bivens, Jesse Bivens, and J.D. Bivens; sisters, Imogene Milsaps, Irene...

Feb 21, 2024

Ginger “Gig” Phillips, age 44, of Tellico Plains, passed away, Wednesday, February 21, 2024, with loved ones by her side. After being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma a few months before.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Carolyn Phillips; brother, Scott Phillips; grandparents, Harold and Roxie Powers Phillips, Edward Gray and Annette Ford Atchley;...

Feb 17, 2024

Bruce Shirk Jr. age 67, of Madisonville, passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at his home. He is preceded in death by his father, Bruce Shirk Sr., nephew, Jason Carmley.

Bruce loved classic cars. He enjoyed playing cards and telling stories.

He is survived by his children, Shannon and David Ricker, Samantha and David...

Feb 16, 2024

Alan C. Taylor age 44, of Tellico Plains passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his father, Floyd Taylor; sister, Rhonda Taylor; niece, Nikki Hunt; brother-in-law, Dennis Harris; and grandparents.

Alan loved his family dearly, especially his children. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed cooking. He...

Feb 14, 2024

Benjamin “Howard” Hatchett, age 82, of Coker Creek went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Margaret Hamby Hatchett.

He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Benjamin and Donna Hatchett, Chuck Hatchett, and Stephen and Rachel Hatchett; two wonderful granddaughters, Tiffany Hatchett...

Feb 4, 2024

Barbara Marie Skidmore, age 72, passed away February 4, 2024.

She is preceded in death by parents, Delbert and Wynona Skidmore of Narrows VA.

Barbara was the first born out of four children and she loved her family very much. Barb received her Master of Science degree from Kent State University in Ohio. She then...

Jan 24, 2024

Paul Edgar Webb, age 70, of Tellico Plains, won the battle and claimed his victory, Wednesday, January 24, 2024 while surrounded by his loved ones.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Anna Webb; father-in-law, Avis Sheffey; and brother-in-law, Larry Ingle.

Paul was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church. He...

Jan 9, 2024

Shana Kirkland, age 35, of Tellico Plains passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents; Erastus and Bobbie Williams, Boyd and Bessie Kirkland, and several aunts and uncles.

She is survived by her parents, Joe and Louisa Kirkland; children, Jayden Kirkland, Xavier Cooper, and Hunter Cooper; brothers and sisters,...

Dec 21, 2023

Tressia Juneen Watson, age 59, of the Tellico Plains community passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023.

Tressia enjoyed quilting and loved life to the fullest. After the loss of her son, Matthew, a sadness set upon her and she never fully recovered from that heartbreaking loss.

She was preceded in death by the loves of...

Nov 24, 2023

Jeffrey Michael Stone, age 60, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee passed away on Friday, the 24th of November 2023.

Jeff was born on the 19th day of December 1962, in Washington, D.C. the son of Sally Rae Davis and James Lloyd Stone.

Jeff and his wife, Lisa Stone were united in a joyful marriage ceremony on...

Nov 3, 2023

Deborah “Debbie” Inez Taylor Norwood, age 62, of Madisonville, passed away, Friday, November 3, 2023 at U.T Medical Center, and is now rejoicing in Heaven with her husband, Owen Norwood.

She is preceded in death by her husband listed above, Owen Norwood; parents, Duton and Grace Farner Taylor; brother, Dale Taylor; brother-in-law, Ronnie Buckner.

Debbie...

Nov 3, 2023

Carolyn Sue Goins Akins Debity, age 75, Tellico Plains, TN passed away, Friday, November 3, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her father, Elmer Goins; mother, Opha Murphy Shaw; and brothers, Timothy and Samuel Goins.

Carolyn loved aggravating her two daughters, and spending time with her grandkids. She enjoyed playing cards and spending time...

Oct 29, 2023

Charles Alva Chadwell, age 81, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He grew up in Ewing, VA. Raising cane with his four bothers and two sisters, where he was affectionately known as Alvie. He met his sweetheart in high school and whisked her away to be his wife, while...

Oct 22, 2023

Wendy Michelle Oliver, age 58, of Maryville, TN passed away, Sunday, October 22, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Hershel and Pauline Pyles; and son Justin Shoupes.

Wendy spent her free time playing word games, sudoku, and crossword puzzles. She loved listening to country music on the radio. Her family was her...

Sep 24, 2023

Barbara Joyce Young Bradley, 74, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away peacefully at her place of residence, Sunday, September 24, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward (Bill) and Jewell (Boots) Young; daughter, Wanda Dean Gourley; grandchildren, Dustin Gourley, Jacquline and Chloe Gourley.

Barbara was...

Jul 30, 2023

Dan Edward Johnson, 75, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee passed away, July 30, 2023 at 6:05 am at home surrounded by Friends and family.

Dan was preceded in death by his father, Walter Lyle Johnson (Bud) and mother, Freeda Mae Leach.

Dan graduated from Howard Sam’s trade school in Indianapolis and began a career as a...

Jul 22, 2023

Jack Andrew Thomas, age 83 of North Canton, OH, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Jack was born on May 31, 1940 in San Bernardino, CA to James and Maefle Thomas. He was a 1957 graduate of Tellico Plains High School. Jack was a veteran serving his country in the U.S. Army...