Obituaries
Wanda Sue Neely
Nov 18, 2021
Wanda Neely, age 76, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Rannie and Rosa Hensley Harden. She is also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. She is survived by her sons: Bryan Neely of Harrison, TN, Keith Neely of Decatur, TN, brothers: Edwin Harden of Georgetown, TN, Lavone Harden of...
Darren Ray Rowland
Nov 13, 2021
Darren Ray Rowland, age 56 of Calhoun, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021. He is preceded in death by his mother: Connie Rowland. He is survived by his father: Ray Rowland of Calhoun, son: Justin Rowland of Cleveland, brothers: Barry Rowland of Decatur, Monty Rowland of Decatur: nephews and other extended family. There will be no formal services...
Margaret "Trudy" Trudell Templeton
Nov 9, 2021
Margaret “Trudy” Templeton, age 74, of Ten Mile, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at her residence. She was born on February 25, 1947 in Rogersville, TN. She was the daughter of the late Ezra and Ruth Johnson Templeton. Trudy was a devoted teacher and principal for 43 years at Ten Mile Elementary and Meigs North Elementary. She loved...
Eloise Laswon Arndts
Oct 31, 2021
Eloise Arndts, age 97, of Ten Mile, passed away Sunday, October 31,2021 at Jamestown Assisted Living in Kingston. She was a faithful member of The Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her mother: Eliza Lawson, father: Leslie Lawson, husband of 50 plus years: Edward Arndts Sr., sons: Edward Jr and Kenneth and a grandson: Kurt. Survivors include...
Phyllis Elaine (Gideon) Thurman
Oct 29, 2021
Phyllis Elaine Gideon Thurman, age 66, of Dayton, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 at the Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga. She was a daughter of the late Clyde and Edna Carney Gideon. She was a member of the Old Washington Baptist Church. She loved to help people in many ways whether it was cooking, driving people, planning family...
Eric Rance Whitted
Oct 29, 2021
Eric Rance Whitted, age 32, of Englewood, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021. He worked as a logger. He is survived by his Father: Randy Whitted of Decatur, Mother: Tonya Welch of Calhoun, Children: Bryson Whitted, Brayden Whitted, Isabella Whitted, Girlfriend: Jessica Parkes of Englewood, Sisters: Kayla Sanders of Decatur, Heather Palmer of Decatur, and other extended family and...
Lankford Monroe, Jr.
Oct 28, 2021
Lankford Monroe, Jr., 89 of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021. He attended Beulah Chapel Church of the Nazarene and enjoyed watching NASCAR, football, and doing word searches. He is preceded in death by his parents: Lankford Monroe, Sr. and Cindy Dennis Monroe, brother: Jimmy Monroe. He is survived by wife of over 63 years: Wanda Monroe of...
Martha Jean Eaton
Oct 28, 2021
Martha Jean Eaton, age 71, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021. She is preceded in death by her father: John Eaton, and her mother and stepfather: Betty and Roy Mowery. She is survived by her Sons: Robert Rogers of Cleveland, Tommy Rogers of Cleveland, Daughters: Marcella Rogers of Cleveland, Rebecca Dorsey of Chattanooga, Diane Allen of Tucson...
Ida Faye Smith Jones
Oct 21, 2021
Ida Faye Smith Jones, of Sweetwater, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at Spring City Care and Rehab. She was a daughter of the late Joe and Edith McBloom Smith. She is preceded in death by her husband: Cecil Jones; son: William Jones; several siblings. She is survived by her daughter-in-law: Joann Jones of Ten Mile; sister: Needa Thompson...
Rosalind Eugenia Harper Hall
Oct 18, 2021
Rosalind Eugenia Harper Hall, age 75, of Etowah, passed away Monday, October 18, 2021 at Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah. Rosalind “Mom” retired after 20 years of nursing, where her calling was in hospice care. She had the honor and privilege of helping care for those in their final moments of life, as well as being there to comfort...
Billy Ray Godsey
Oct 7, 2021
Billy Ray Godsey, 67, of Decatur passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Hamilton Medical Center. Billy lost his sight at the age of 14 as a result of a motorcycle wreck. Although he was totally blind, the only thing he could not do was drive a car. He truly loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He...
Wanda Faye (Green) Roberts
Oct 7, 2021
Wanda Faye (Green) Roberts, 72, of Georgetown, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021. She was of the Baptist faith and was a retired nurse. She was preceded in death by her parents: Buford and Ima Jean Lynican Green, husband: Dalmos Roberts, daughters: Shelia Roberts Johnson, Cheryl Roberts Neely, sister: Debbie Bilbray, brothers: Steve, Mark, and Wayne Green. She is...
James "Ben" Mckenzie
Sep 27, 2021
James “Ben” McKenzie, 63, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021 at Tennova Healthcare of Cleveland. Ben was a Navy Veteran. He worked at Whirlpool, enjoyed woodworking, gardening, fishing and BBQ’s with family and friends. He was a son of the late Jim and Earlene McKenzie. He was also preceded in death by his sister: Sharon Wade. He...
Dana Deann Carter
Sep 25, 2021
Dana Deann Carter, 50, of Athens, passed away Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her father: David Carter. She is survived by her mother: Fay Buchanan; daughter: Jocelyn Whitney; brother: Brett Carter; sister: Denise Kile; grandchild: Madison Whitney, all of Decatur; several nieces,...
Matthew Lewis Carman
Sep 20, 2021
Matthew Lewis Carman, 49, of Athens, passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021 at Sweetwater Hospital. He was a member of the Luminary United Methodist Church, owned and operated Matt’s Diesel and Towing for 29 years, and was a U.S. Army Veteran. He is preceded in death by his father: Lewis Carman; Mimi’s: Maxine Johnson, Bernardine Ingram. He is survived...
Carol Ann Spongross
Sep 16, 2021
Carol Spongross, 78, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents: Fred and Dorothy Shaw Tocknell, husband: James "Bear" Spongross. She is survived by her sons: John Barats of Soddy Daisy, TN, James Spongross, Jr. of Jasper, TN, daughters: Karen Spongross of Decatur, TN, Bonnie McPherson of Birchwood, TN, brothers: Fred...
Sarah Belle Shaver Fairbanks
Sep 16, 2021
Sarah Belle Shaver Fairbanks, 85 , of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents: Alfred and Nellie Bennett Shaver; husband: Carson "Fuzz" Fairbanks; brothers: Ollis and Eugene Shaver; grandson: Justin Filyaw; step-children: Louise, Reba, Hazel, Linda, Robert, Baylass, Bobby, Joe Buck. She is survived by her daughters: Carolyn Filyaw (Daniel), Darlene...
Jeannette "Granny Net" Waldrop
Sep 16, 2021
Jeannette "Granny Net" Waldrop, 88, of Decatur, formerly of Etowah, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Filmore and Mary Buckner Wilson. She was a member of Jones Chapel Methodist Church, and an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing what she grew with friends and family. She is preceded in death by her Husband:...
Remith Loraine (Wells) Frazer
Sep 13, 2021
Remith Frazer was peacefully called home to be with God, on September 13, 2021. Her battle with different medical issues in recent years showed her strength and courage in facing life challenges. Despite her challenges, she stayed strong until the end. Reme was born August 3, 1962, in Rochester, New York. She was a force to be reckoned with from...
Linda Deloris Lewis Benton
Sep 11, 2021
Linda Benton,78, of Decatur, went to Heaven on September 11, 2021. She never met a person who wasn't instantly her friend, and always sought to help others, many knew her as the log home lady or the dog lady. She sold log homes to many in the area and her passion was the dog kennel she had for years, raising...
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