Jul 4, 2023

Franklin “Franky” Harris Jr., age 37 of Madisonville, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

He is preceded in death by his father, Franklin Lloyd Harris Sr.; mamaw, Zola Ervin; papaw, James “Red” Dockery; papaw, Lloyd “Red” Harris; mamaw, Eula Faye Hooper

Franky enjoyed spending time outdoors whether working hard or just riding the backroads,...

Jul 2, 2023

Bill Fair, age 84, a resident of Athens, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, July 2, 2023 at Lifecare of Athens.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Irene Fair; brothers and sisters-in-law. Bob and Bobbie Fair and Jim and Judy Fair.

Bill was a member of...

Jun 26, 2023

Joseph “Joe” Watson II, age 59, of Tellico Plains, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023 at his home with his loving wife by his side.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Billie Watson; and sister-in-law, Debbie Hoffman.

In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a very skilled...

Jun 16, 2023

Shirley E. Graves, age 84, of Tellico Plains, went to be with Jesus on Friday, June 16, 2023 peacefully with her family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Greeley and Margaret Graves; sisters, Maggie Hawk, Lizzie Burgess, Ruby McJunkin and Ola Plemons; brothers, Frank, Johnny and Robert Graves; and grandson, Brian Goins....

Jun 9, 2023

Barney R. Chapman, age 76, of Tellico Plains, took his last checkered flag in life’s race and claimed his victory in Glory, Friday, June 9, 2023.

Some people live their lives content in the slow lane, watching as the world passes them by. Barney certainly wasn’t one of them. He was a man who lived his life...

Jun 7, 2023

Sara “Susie” Frances Wilke, age 65, of Tellico Plains, went to her heavenly home Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Susie attended Bible Baptist Church. She had a heart for God and she was a dedicated and loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed taking trips to the beach with her family...

Jun 6, 2023

Joseph “Joe” Huffman, 32 of Sweetwater, TN passed away Tuesday, June,6 2023 at his residence.

He is proceeded in death by his papaw, Glenn Fagg; mamaw, Mary Thorne; grandparents, Everett and Louise Borden; grandfather, Kenneth Johnson

Joe was an outgoing person that never met a stranger. He had a giving heart and was always willing...

Jun 5, 2023

Elizabeth Sharon Anne Manning Chadwell, age 79, of Knoxville, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 1, 1943 at Evans Hospital in Middlesboro, Kentucky to the proud parents Charlie and Agnes Brooks Manning. Sharon grew up on a hillside farm, building character by cutting iron...

May 22, 2023

Karen D. Brown, age 63, of Tellico Plains, TN went to her heavenly home, Monday, May 22, 2023 while surrounded by her loving family.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Geraldean Kirkland and father, Junior Leon Kirkland; brothers, Michael Lee, James Leon, and Timothy Kirkland; sisters, Linda Massingale and Tina Abernathy Ivens.

She...

May 20, 2023

Glinda Sue Ward, age 65, of Madisonville, was carried by angels to her heavenly home and was reunited with her husband, Starlet and daughter, Sarina, on Saturday night May 20, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Starlet Ward; daughter, Sarina Marie Roberts; her parents, Ross and Daisy Marie Bivens Dockery; and brothers, Floyd, Wayne...

May 18, 2023

Tonya Baker Bunch, age 64, of Tellico Plains, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning May 18, 2023 after suffering with cancer for the past few months.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Herman A. and Alma Boring Baker; son, Ronald Nicholas Bunch; and grandparents, Fate and Louise Harris Baker and Doss and Vivian Boring.

May 17, 2023

Bonnie Ruth Bell, age 84, of Tellico Plains, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Morning Pointe in Athens, TN.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Carl Bell; grandson, Bradley Walker; great-grandson, Doc Walker.

She is survived by her...

May 14, 2023

Susie “Dianne” Bell, age 78, of Tellico Plains, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023 at The Waters of Sweetwater.

She is preceded in death her son, Edward Walden; daughter, Christy Walden; granddaughter, Madison Walden; and special friend, Willa Harris.

Dianne loved her family with her whole...

May 11, 2023

Michael “Mike” William Ellis, age 56, of Tellico Plains, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, May 11, 2023 with his loving family by his side.

He is preceded in death by his father, Percy Ellis; grandparents, Zack and Kate Ellis, Roy and Purdie Blankenship.

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May 10, 2023

Douglas “Doug” John Beaver took his Eagle Flight on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 56 years old. He was born on May 2, 1967.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Kenny; grandparents, Alonzo and Edith Beaver and William “Bill” a md Bertha Wilshom; aunts Louise, Rhonda and Effie Lou;...

May 5, 2023

Brian Anthony Shanahan, 64, of Tellico Plains, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Francis and Eileen Thresa Guerin Shanahan; and his sister, Susan Jasin.

Brian, a master carpenter who could build anything with his hands and crack a joke with...

May 2, 2023

Regina “Susanne” Norwood Edge, age 56, of Tellico Plains, formerly of Gainesville, GA lost the battle she had fought for so many years on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

She is preceded in death her mother, Nancy Susie Ann Clark; father, Edward Eugene Norwood; granddaughter, Allie Vinson and grandson, Mason Vinson.

Apr 30, 2023

Jackie C. Bell, age 73, of Monroe County passed away Sunday, April 30, 2023 while surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by parents, Bud and Laura Bell; brother, M. L. Bell; sisters, Lola Bell, Eva Gay Riddick, Clara Bell, and Charstie O’Dell; daughter, Angela Bell; great grand-daughter,...

Apr 28, 2023

Mary Heather Swainson West, of Athens, TN went home to her Lord and Savior, Friday, April 28, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Percy and Lula Swainson; paternal grandparents, CS and Mary Katherine Swainson; sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn and Bill Lloyd; brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Charles and Sandy...

Apr 27, 2023

Joy Jenkins Barnett, age 56, of Maryville, TN, passed away, Thursday, April 27, 2023 at Blount Memorial Hospital.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, John and “Granny” Bishop and parental grandparents, Newell and Sarah Jenkins.

She is survived by her husband, David Barnett;...