Obituaries
Heinz Eugene Appelt
Jul 27, 2022
Heinz E. Appelt, age 57, of Decatur, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at his parents’ home after a long illness. He is survived by his parents; Otto and Bonnie Appelt of Decatur, brother; Otto K. Appelt, four daughters, two sons, and 12 grandchildren. There will be no services at this time. A memorial service will be conducted at a...
Phyllis Jennings Brown
Jul 26, 2022
Phyllis Jennings Brown, age75, a lifelong resident of Decatur, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Phyllis was born on February 8, 1947, to the late Perry and Edna Varnell Jennings. She was a big Braves fan and enjoyed reading, cross stitch, shopping but most of all being with her grandkids. She is preceded in death by her brothers:...
Jane Mccallister West Wheeler
Jul 24, 2022
Jane McCallister West Wheeler, age 67, of Etowah, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022. Jane was a member of Cambria Baptist Church where she served as treasurer for several years. She volunteered at the Athens Senior Center for many years. She retired from Johns Manville as HR Manager. She loved quilting, bowling, cooking, traveling, shopping, spending time with...
Frances Lewis Roberts
Jul 20, 2022
Frances Lewis Roberts, age 95, a lifelong resident of Meigs County, Tennessee, transitioned to her heavenly home on July 20, 2022. Frances was born on April 24, 1927, to the late Spencer and Glen Kinser Lewis. She grew up in the Pleasant Hill and Goodfield communities and was a 1946 graduate of Meigs County High School. She also graduated from...
Margaret Louise King
Jun 29, 2022
Margaret Louise King, age 91, of Dayton, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents: Harlen and Norma King, daughter-in-law: Mary King, grandson: Les Sykes, granddaughter: Deborah Shelton, 5 sisters, and 2 brothers. She is survived by her son: Larry King of Dayton, grandson: Steven King of Knoxville, several great grandchildren, and...
Albert James "A.J." Bruning
Jun 26, 2022
Albert James “A.J.” Bruning, age 40, a resident of Decatur and formerly of New Port Richey, FL, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022. He was employed by Jacky Jones Ford in Sweetwater as a Mechanic. He enjoyed helping other in whatever way he could. He belonged to the Dutch Reformed Church. He is preceded in death by his father:...
David Monroe
Jun 25, 2022
David Monroe, age 83, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2022. He was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church. He was an avid farmer, he also enjoyed spending time with kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. He is preceded in death by his parents: Lankford and Cindy Monroe, Sr, brothers: Jr. Monroe, Jim Monroe. He is survived by his...
Clifford Lebron "Pip" Parker
Jun 24, 2022
Clifford Lebron “Pip” Parker, age 57, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022. Pip as he was called by close family and friends was employed by Bud Moore Construction. He loved camping and fishing. He is preceded in death by his father: Winston Parker, Paternal grandparents: H & Ethel Parker, Maternal grandparents: Jesse and Mary Brown, nephew: Brad...
Barbara Jean Queen Rice
Jun 16, 2022
Barbara Jean Queen Rice, age 78, of Ten Mile, passed away on Thursday, June 16, 2022. She enjoyed watching Tennessee women and men’s basketball, Tennessee football, and her granddaughter play softball at Texas A&M. She was a member of Ten Mile Baptist Church for over 50 years. She is preceded in death by her loving husband: Jerry E. Rice, parents:...
Mary Elizabeth Fitch Davis
Jun 13, 2022
Mary Elizabeth Davis, age 98, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Starr Regional Nursing Home in Etowah. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Decatur and FCE for many years. She was an avid quilter, which she received many awards for. She is preceded in death by her parents; William and Della Odom Fitch,...
Aletha Gail Brown White
Jun 6, 2022
Aletha Gail Brown White, age 66, Passed away Monday, June 6, 2022 at Memorial Hospital with her husband by her side. She was a resident of Decatur, TN. A faithful member of Union Grove Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her family, and especially her grandkids, cooking, riding horses, camping, and having fun. She was preceded in death by...
Grace Mary Kowanetz
Jun 4, 2022
Grace Mary Kowanetz, age 77, of Decatur, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022. She was a daughter of the late Veto “Bill” and Mary Scavone D’Agostino. She was actively involved in the formation of the Decatur Library, was a volunteer/ Executive Director for Contact Helpline for 16 years and received a Leadership award from United Way. She is survived...
Alvin Ray "Ray Ray" Atwood
Jun 2, 2022
A precious handsome Little Ray of Sunshine, Alvin Ray Atwood, known to all who loved him as "Ray Ray", the beloved son of Alvin and Maria Atwood of Benton, age 10, passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Children's Hospital at Erlanger, After battling 6 years with his diagnosis of NF1-Neurofibromatosis, causing brain tumors, with his best friend "Blue...
Mary Louise Newberry
May 31, 2022
Mary Louise Newberry, age 77, a native of Quincy, MI and a resident of Decatur since 2004, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. She was a daughter of the late Harley and Lillian Hall Roehrig. She was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband: Earl Newberry, daughter: Karen Newberry, sisters: Cora...
Tina Ogle Templeton
May 30, 2022
Tina Denise Ogle Templeton, age 63, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022. She is preceded in death by her grandparents: Robert and Sara Ogle, James Lincoln and Lillian Whittaker. She is survived by her mother: Billie Sue Ogle, father: Robert Bruce Ogle, husband: Tommy Templeton, children: Michael Ogle (Candace), Blake Templeton, Tiffany Thompson (Carey), siblings: Robby Ogle,...
Betty Louise Seals Childs
May 26, 2022
Betty Louise Seals Childs, age 88, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at her residence. She was a member of Oak Grove Methodist Church. She enjoyed quilting, watching John Wayne, loving on her dog, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents: George Seals, Sr. and Oleta Inman Seals, husband: Jesse Childs, brother:...
Ethel Virginia Reed
May 21, 2022
Ethel Virginia Reed, age 90, of Decatur, TN, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones in her home on May 21st, 2022. Ethel was a devoted wife and homemaker who embraced her Native American heritage and loved to dance and clog at festivals, tend to her multitude of indoor and outdoor plants, and was a fan of bluegrass music. She...
Keith Irven Johnson
May 19, 2022
Keith Irven Johnson, age 65, a native of Brooksville, FL and a resident of Athens for the past 5 years, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022. He is preceded in death by his fathers:Henry Lawrence and Robert Johnson. He is survived by his mother: Shirley Lawrence of Athens, TN, son: Kenneth Irven Johnson of Decatur, TN, daughter: China and...
Wenna Bernice Combs O'Kelley
May 18, 2022
Wenna Bernice (Combs) O’Kelley, age 66, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents: William and Stella Mae Rowland Combs; husbands: Jimmy Whatley, Allen O’Kelley; brothers and sisters: Willie Mae Combs Myers, Wayne Combs, Willard Combs, Wilma Combs Powers, Joy Combs Clay. Survivors include her: children: Shawn Whatley (Stephanie) of Sparta,...
Braden Hood Jackson
May 15, 2022
Braden Hood Jackson, age 22, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022. He was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church. He was currently an Apprentice Lineman at Service Electric Company which he loved along with riding his motorcycle, hunting, fishing, and driving Ole Red without permission. He loved his family and friends with all his heart. He...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
SUPPORT AFTER A LOSS
Circle of Friends+ provides you with resources on grief support and settling affairs, sent to you via text and email.