Obituaries

Alvin Douglas Graham

Alvin Douglas Graham

Jan 30, 2022

Alvin Douglas Graham, 77 of Decatur, left this earthly realm and entered into his Heavenly Home on January 30, 2022 at Rhea Medical Center. He was welcomed by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and his beloved wife of 47 years, Linda, who passed away on March 13, 2012. He was a member of Shepherds Chapel of Gravette, AR. He...

Brenda Sue (Wyatt) Walden

Brenda Sue (Wyatt) Walden

Jan 27, 2022

Brenda Sue Wyatt Walden, age 70, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022. She was a daughter of the late Fred and Kitty Holland Wyatt. She was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her sister: Fredia Skidmore. She is survived by her daughters: Tammy Hill (Jeff) of Decatur, Tina Hammonds (Jeremy)...

Jessie "Mitchell" Miller

Jessie "Mitchell" Miller

Jan 27, 2022

Jessie “Mitchell” Miller, age 70, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Parkridge East in East Ridge, TN. Mitchell was born on July 11th, 1951 in Athens, TN to the late Jessie and Margaret Miller. He graduated from McMinn Co. High School in 1970 and served in the United States National Guard. Mitchell retired from Astec Industries...

Carolyn Sue (Ray) Jones

Carolyn Sue (Ray) Jones

Jan 27, 2022

Mrs. Carolyn Jones went to heaven on Thursday, January 27, 2022. She was born on March 8, 1948. She will be so missed by her family and friends. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Ten Mile. She worked as a cook in the Meigs Co. Schools for 17 years. She was preceded in death by her...

Derrick Lee Skyberg

Derrick Lee Skyberg

Jan 27, 2022

Derrick Lee Skyberg, age 6 months, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by his nana: Mona F. Link; papaw: Dale Jones; grandmother: Shelia Honeycutt. He is survived by his parents: Kenneth and Joyce Skyberg; brothers: Jonathon Skyberg, Shawn Skyberg; grandfather: Ralph Link, Jr.; great grandparents: Ralph Link, Sr. and Mary Sue Link;...

Olive Pearl Wright

Olive Pearl Wright

Jan 26, 2022

Olive Pearl Seguin Wright drew her first breath in Ogdensburg, NY at 5:30pm Sunday, October 28, 1923 and her last breath in Niota TN at 11:37 am Wednesday, January 26,2022. In those 98 years that she was on this earth she made the most of every breath she took. She was of Methodist faith and enjoyed attending Ten Mile Methodist...

Sandra Marie (Scott) King

Sandra Marie (Scott) King

Jan 24, 2022

Sandra M. Scott King, age 44, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at Sweetwater Hospital. Sandra was a member of Freedom To Worship Baptist Church of Philadelphia, TN. She was a special friend to the CDA (Cleveland Darters). She was a friend to all she met. She loved helping with Toys for Tot’s (CDA). Perceded in death...

Myrtle Esther Nance Bryant

Myrtle Esther Nance Bryant

Jan 24, 2022

Myrtle Esther Nance Bryant, earned her wings to her Heavenly Father on Monday, January 24, 2022, at the age of 88. She peacefully passed at her residence. Myrtle was born and reared in Decatur, Tennessee. She married her high school sweetheart, Elwood Bryant, in 1955. She dedicated her life to her husband and children. Her faith supported her during the...

Louis Frank Salazar

Louis Frank Salazar

Jan 12, 2022

Louis F. Salazar, 82 of Decatur passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. He attended Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church and was retired block mason and was a member of the Brick Layers Union Local #3 in California. He was preceded in death by his wife: Virginia Kay Salazar of 53 years, daughter: Tammy Kay Salazar. Survivors include his son:...

John Marshall Kennedy

John Marshall Kennedy

Jan 7, 2022

John Marshall Kennedy, of Decatur, went to his heavenly home on Friday, January 7, 2022 at the age of 91. Known by family and friends as Marshall, he was the youngest twin born to Jim and Russie Hackler Kennedy in McMinn County. His early years were spent in McMinn County before his parents moved to Meigs County, where they ran...

Bonnie White Fox

Bonnie White Fox

Dec 21, 2021

Bonnie White Fox, age 48, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Parkwest Medical Center. She is survived by her parents: James and Janice White; husband: Johnny Fox; daughter: Christian Smith, all of Decatur; brother: Jimmy White (Teresa) of Ten Mile, grandchildren: Hope, Faith, and Grace Smith; nieces and nephews and other extended family. A memorial service...

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Womac

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Womac

Dec 18, 2021

Ernest “Ernie” Lee Womac, age 74, of Ten Mile, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021 at his residence. He was the son of the late James Henry and Anna Mae Walker Womac. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was preceded in death by his wife: Cindy Womac. Survivors include his daughters: Sandra Evans (Chris), Sherry Allen, both of Cleveland,...

Derrick Matthew Smith

Derrick Matthew Smith

Dec 13, 2021

Derrick Matthew Smith, age 34, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021. He was an avid fisher and employed by Storm. He is preceded in death by his Mother: Deborah Lillard Smith, Grandparents: Shorty and Odell Lillard, Gene and Nannie Bob Smith. He is survived by his father: Donny Smith of Decatur, Sister: Lacey Smith of Decatur, Nephews:...

Dorothy "Dot" Woodby Gallaher

Dorothy "Dot" Woodby Gallaher

Dec 9, 2021

Dorothy “Dot” Woodby Gallaher, age 94, formerly of Decatur, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021. Dot was one of two children and was born to the late John Woodby and the late Viola Matherly Woodby on August 25, 1927. A native of Johnson City, Tennessee. Dot was a graduate of Science Hill High School. On July 1, 1949,...

Charles A Bryant

Charles A Bryant

Dec 7, 2021

Charles A Bryant, age 84, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. He was a son of the late Hatlie and Ailene Beavers Bryant. He was a member of Wolf Creek Baptist Church, American Legion, and the VFW. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Navy and retired after serving his Country for more than 20...

David Keith Corlew

David Keith Corlew

Dec 7, 2021

David Keith Corlew, age 61, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 7th, 2021. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, William Glenn and Oma Belle Summers. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Ginger Corlew. a loving father to his sons, Matthew (Sarah) Corlew, Anthony Baginski, Jesse Baginski, and Gerard Wines; and his daughter’s, Ashley (Randall) Koss,...

Doyle Eugene Gentry, Sr.

Doyle Eugene Gentry, Sr.

Dec 6, 2021

Doyle Eugene Gentry, Sr., age 81, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at his residence. He was a son of the late Glenn and Ruby Holmes Gentry. He was a member of Decatur First Baptist Church, Meigs Lodge #213 F.& A.M., and Alhambra Shrine in Chattanooga. He was the Co-founder and Retired Owner of Gentry and Painter...

Virginia Ruth Forbes

Virginia Ruth Forbes

Dec 3, 2021

Virginia Ruth Post Forbes passed away peacefully at the family farm on December 3, 2021. She was born on Thursday, April 5, 1934 on Brayton Mountain, Tennessee. She was the third of eight children born to George and Alice Post. Virginia (or as she was affectionately known to friends and family as Giny) grew up in Graysville, then moved to...

Charles H. Morrison

Charles H. Morrison

Nov 30, 2021

Charles H. Morrison, age 72, of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021. He was of the Baptist faith and loved his family, gospel music, and piano playing. He was a model train enthusiast. He is the son of the late William Roscoe and Clarissa Irene Melton Morrison. He is also preceded in death by his brothers: Fred and Ed...

Judith Rose (Walker) Moon

Judith Rose (Walker) Moon

Nov 29, 2021

Judith Rose (Walker) Moon, age 75, of Decatur, passed away Monday, November 29, 2021. She was retired licensed practical nurse and had worked at the Cleveland Regional Cancer Center and was a member of Cottonport Road Church of God. She is the daughter of the late Earl and Mildred Davis Walker. She is also preceded in death her Husband of...