Obituaries

Michael Anthony "Tony" Letner

Michael Anthony "Tony" Letner

Mar 23, 2023

Michael Anthony “Tony” Letner, age 55, of Athens, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023, surrounded by his family. He loved dancing, helping the less-fortunate, antiques, sports, and his family. He is preceded in death by his father: James Letner, son: Shane Letner, infant brother: Billy Letner, grandparents: Dale and Maudie Letner, Joe and Melba Moore. He is survived by...

James Allen Brown, Jr.

James Allen Brown, Jr.

Mar 16, 2023

James Allen Brown, Jr, age 63, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2023 from a short battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his dad: James A. Brown, Sr and his mom: Della Ruth Cardin Brown. He is survived by his sister: Cindy Bivens, nieces: Michele Locker and family, Chelsy McDermott and family, Aunt: Jane Bowers, several cousins...

Renee Yvonne Lynn

Renee Yvonne Lynn

Mar 5, 2023

Captain’s Log Stardate 12303.14 (March 14, 2023): Historical Research of Renee Yvonne Bryant Lynn of the planet Earth The ship has returned to Earth to research the life of a dedicated crew member, Renee Yvonne Bryant Lynn, of the City of Decatur in the State of Tennessee. While orbiting the planet with our deflector shields up to keep us unobserved,...

Milton Allen Garner

Milton Allen Garner

Feb 20, 2023

Milton Allen Garner, age 66, of Ten Mile, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 at his residence. He was a son of the late Oliver and Lucille Rebun Garner and a U.S. Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Rena Burke, Ronnie Garner. He is survived by his son: Tyler Garner, siblings: Carl Garner, Linda Smith,...

Rev. Herbert Stokes

Rev. Herbert Stokes

Jan 18, 2023

Rev. Herbert Stokes, age 88, of Harrison, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. He served the Lord faithfully since 1957, his prayer was to be a blessing to someone today. He was a true hero of the faith and a member of the Greenwood Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents: Floyd and...

Clifford Ronald Elkins

Clifford Ronald Elkins

Jan 16, 2023

Clifford Ronald Elkins was born on January 14, 1938 to the late Reverend Haverd and Ruby O’Daniel Elkins and joined them in heaven on January 16, 2023 at the age of 85. He was preceded in death by his wife: Shizuko “Miki” Elkins, a son: Steve Elkins, and a grandson: Austin Steven. Clifford was a Veteran of the United States...

William John Hotchkiss

William John Hotchkiss

Jan 9, 2023

William John Hotchkiss, age 54, a native of Binghamton, NY and resident of Decatur, TN for the past 4 years, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023. He was a master fabricator of sheet metal and a member of Sheet Metal Local #5. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, known as the “Wheelie King”, and was passionate about dog rescue....

Chuck "Chucky" Vaughn Letner

Chuck "Chucky" Vaughn Letner

Jan 8, 2023

Chuck “Chucky” Vaughn Letner, age 55, of Ten Mile, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023. He was the son of the late Vaughn Letner and Mary Letner Thomas. He is survived by his sons: Mark Letner and Chris McCoy, a brother: Calvin Letner, several aunts, uncles, and other extended family. A memorial service will be held at a later...

Barbara J. Crisp

Barbara J. Crisp

Jan 6, 2023

Barbara J. Crisp, age 84, of Harrison, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023. A private graveside was held at Short Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Crisp Family.

Rosalie "Rosie" Johanna D'Agostino

Rosalie "Rosie" Johanna D'Agostino

Jan 4, 2023

Rosalie “Rosie” D’Agostino, age 73, of Ten Mile, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. She was a daughter of the late Veto “Bill” and Mary Scavone D’Agostino. She is preceded in death by her sister: Grace Kowanetz. She is survived by her brother-in-law: Edward “Skip” Kowanetz, special friends and caregivers: Monica Bolton and Jennifer Castaneda, and other extended family....

Maureen Sanborn Mcmillan

Maureen Sanborn Mcmillan

Dec 30, 2022

Maureen Sanborn McMillan, age 76, a native of Manchester, NH, and a longtime resident of Concord, NC., passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022. She was a devoted member of Forest Hill United Methodist Church in Concord, NC. She retired from Osram Sylvania Lighting Co. with 33 years of service as a quality control manager. She enjoyed socializing, dancing, singing,...

Robert Ian Cooper

Robert Ian Cooper

Dec 30, 2022

Robert Ian Cooper, age 43, of Sweetwater, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022. Ian was a member of Fairview Baptist Tabernacle for over 20 years, and had a great love for sports, especially the Buffalo Bills, his family, and playing Basketball with his son, Kaden. He had a passion for helping the less-fortunate. He was preceded in death by...

James Allen "Jim" Bowers, Sr.

James Allen "Jim" Bowers, Sr.

Dec 29, 2022

James Allen “Jim” Bowers, Sr., age 80, a native of West Virginia and resident of Decatur for 34 years, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022. Jim was the son of the late Harold and Lillian Taylor Bowers. He was a member of McMahan Calvary Baptist Church in Athens. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and retired from Norfolk Southern...

Chris Norcross Williams

Chris Norcross Williams

Dec 18, 2022

Chris Norcross Williams was born on May 31, 1955 in Salisbury, NC, and passed away on December 18, 2022, at the age of 67. Chris grew up in Atlanta, GA, and graduated from Sylvan High. He moved to Decatur with his family in 1986. He was a member of the Decatur United Methodist Church and loved playing cards, especially Canasta...

Janie Lou Bennett Stiner

Janie Lou Bennett Stiner

Dec 13, 2022

Janie Lou Bennett Stiner, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Janie was a member of the Idlewild Church of Christ. She served as secretary at Cedar Valley Elementary School for 15 years, and as Meigs County Register of Deeds for 24 years. She was preceded in death by her father: J.L. Bennett and an infant sister. Janie...

Julia Ann Dunn Cooper Robison

Julia Ann Dunn Cooper Robison

Dec 13, 2022

Julia Ann Dunn Cooper Robison, age 68, of Sweetwater, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Julia was a member of Fairview Baptist Tabernacle for over 30 years. She was passionate about serving the Lord, her family, sewing, quilting, and the Heart of Anna Women’s Ministry. She was preceded in death by her parents: Chester and Rosalee Bivens Dunn; first...

Patricia Cox Posey

Patricia Cox Posey

Dec 11, 2022

Patricia Cox Posey, age 76, of Georgetown, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband: Jimmy Cox, daughter: Lisa Littleton, grandson: Nathanial Davis. She is survived by her children: James C Davis (Beverly), Connie Scroggins (Tim), Jimmie Cox, Jerry Cox, Tony Cox, Penny Waldroup; grandchildren: Alex and Samantha Davis, Timothy Scroggins, Bryanna Cox,...

Josephine Ingle

Josephine Ingle

Dec 9, 2022

Josephine Ingle, age 88, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022. She was a member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents: Millard and Allie Ruth Miller Ingle, twin sister: Loriene Ingle Crosby, many good friends and close family. She is survived by her nieces: Deanna Crosby Griffin and her husband: John...

Dan Layman

Dan Layman

Nov 18, 2022

Dan Layman, age 84, of Decatur, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 18, 2022, with his family by his side. Dan was a member of Oak Grove Methodist Church and retired from DuPont with 36 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Dan enjoyed farming, singing in the church choir,...

Lonnie Jones

Lonnie Jones

Nov 17, 2022

Lonnie Jones, age 65, of Ten Mile, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2022. He was a son of the late Jesse and Ada Letner Jones and was preceded in death by his brothers: Daniel Ray, Leon, Robert, Fred, and Glonnie Jones and a sister: Geraldine Jones. Lonnie was of the Pentecostal faith. He is survived by his brothers and...