Obituaries

Linda Deloris Lewis Benton

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...

Charles "Chuck" Edward Mckenzie

Charles "Chuck" Edward Mckenzie

Sep 10, 2021

Charles "Chuck" Edward McKenzie, 64,of Rockwood, passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021 at the Cumberland Medical Center. He was the son of the late Frank "Runt" and Martha Anderson McKenzie. He was of the Baptist faith. He is preceded in death by his son: Chris McKenzie; sisters: Teresa Childs, Barbara Howard. He is survived by his wife of 35...

Jimmy Dennis Carter

Jimmy Dennis Carter

Sep 4, 2021

Jimmy Dennis Carter, 76, of Decatur, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at his residence. He was a son of the late Arnice and Dorothy Carter. He was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church, Meigs Lodge #213 F&AM for 46 years, where he served as Worshipful Master in 2004. He retired from the TVA as a machinist. He...

Aimee Leigh Mercer

Aimee Leigh Mercer

Aug 28, 2021

Aimee Leigh Mercer, 44, of Ten Mile, native of Atlanta, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at the Spring City Health Care Rehab. Aimee loved her family, music, and many friends. Aimee has touched many people throughout her life. Her unconditional love, smiles, and laughter would warm your heart. Aimee made a lasting impression Aimee was involved in early...

Freddy Ross Davis

Freddy Ross Davis

Aug 23, 2021

Freddy Ross Davis, 69, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 at his residence. He was a son of the late Rev. Ross and Evelyn Bandy Davis. He served as a Journeyman Equipment Operator for over 20 years at the IUOE Local 917, and served as Meigs County Road Dept. Superintendent from 1986-1994. He was an avid farmer,...

David Thomas Stewart

David Thomas Stewart

Aug 23, 2021

The family of David Thomas Stewart, 46, of Rhea County, TN is sad to announce his unexpected passing on Monday, August 23, 2021. Left to cherish his memories daughter: Marley Stewart, father: Fred Stewart (Gail), mother: Donna (Tim) Roberts, sisters: Mendy Stewart, Crystal Wade, Leahan (Jerrad) Harmon, nieces and nephews, special friend: Vanessa Daniels, and many other family members and...

Maxie William Davis

Maxie William Davis

Aug 20, 2021

Maxie William Davis, 81, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021 at his residence. Maxie was the son of the late William and Sarah Underwood Davis. He was a member of Big Spring Church of Christ, a U.S. Army Veteran, retired from VEC with 43 years of service. He was presented the Key to the City of Decatur...

Betty Jean Thomas

Betty Jean Thomas

Aug 16, 2021

Betty Jean Thomas, 82, of Ten Mile, passed away Monday, August 16, 2021 at Decatur Health Care & Rehab. She was a member of Ten Mile Holiness Church of Jesus Christ. She is preceded in death by her parents: James and Dixie Cissom Letner, husband of 38 years: James Thomas, son: Danny Ray Thomas, brothers: Earl Letner, Munk Letner, sisters:...

Michael Douglas Watson

Michael Douglas Watson

Aug 15, 2021

Michael Douglas Watson, 65, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at his residence. He is a son of the late Carl and Vera Mae Watson. He was a member of Clear Creek Baptist Church in Dayton, TN. He was a former member of American Legion Post #79 of Decatur, and National Rifle Association. He retired from Army...

Joshua James Kliever

Joshua James Kliever

Aug 11, 2021

Joshua James Kliever, 35, of Ten Mile, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021. He enjoyed working on cars and motors, camping, fishing, and always joking around. He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Bobby and Shirley Fleming, Gerture Moreland and Arthur Kliever. He is survived by his parents: Wayne Kliever, Sr. and Debbie, brothers: Wayne Kliever, Jr. and...

Mary Frances (Hilliard) Scott

Mary Frances (Hilliard) Scott

Aug 6, 2021

The world lost a beloved wife and mother: Mary Frances (Hilliard) Scott on Friday, August 6, 2021, surrounded by her husband and daughter at her home. She will be remembered as an animal lover of all kinds and enjoyed watching her hummingbirds on the front porch of her home with her family. She was preceded in death by her Mother...

Clare Nell Chandler Breeden

Clare Nell Chandler Breeden

Jul 25, 2021

Clare Nell Chandler Breeden, age 76 of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at her residence surrounded by family and friends. She was the daughter of the late Russell and Nannie Thomas Chandler and a member of Decatur First Baptist Church, where she had attended faithfully for nearly 55 years. She was a graduate of Dresden High School...

Edward Lee Armour

Edward Lee Armour

Jul 11, 2021

Edward Lee Armour, 68, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents: George and Nettie McHone Armour, wife: Charlotte Armour, brother: Davy “Crock” Armour. He is survived by his sons: Mitch Armour of Decatur, Derrick and April Nelson, of Englewood, daughter: Tracy and Jeff Brady, of Athens, brothers: Charles Armour of...

Samuel "Sam" Edward Breeden

Samuel "Sam" Edward Breeden

Jul 10, 2021

Samuel “Sam” Edward Breeden, 73, of Decatur, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2021. Sam loved his country and Meigs County and Decatur, TN and served in US Army 68-70. He was past Meigs County Commissioner from 82-86. One of the Founding members and First Post Commander of the local VFW Post 7189 for 86-88 were he also served...

Ima Sue Powers Crabtree

Ima Sue Powers Crabtree

Jul 7, 2021

Ima Sue Powers Crabtree, 87, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. She was a longtime member of Pisgah Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her Parents: Charlie and Georgia Sneed Powers, the father of her children: Lewis Pressley, Husband: J. C. Crabtree. She is survived by her Sons: James “Jimmy” Pressley of Decatur, Eddie Pressley...

Gayla Mincy Waller

Gayla Mincy Waller

Jul 6, 2021

Gayla Mincy Waller, 64, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. She was a daughter of the late Mattie “Mutt” and Mamie Mincy. She was a member of Pisgah Baptist Church, She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and loved her preschool Sunday school class that she had faithfully taught for many years. She is preceded in death...

Mary Lucille Mason

Mary Lucille Mason

Jun 27, 2021

Mary Lucille Davis Mason, 91, of Decatur passed away peacefully June 27, 2021, surrounded by family at the home of her loving granddaughter, Traci Landrum McKenzie (Brad). Lucille was born April 24, 1930 in Decatur, the only child of Joe Wheeler and Mattie Sarah (Dennis) Davis. She attended Meigs Consolidated School and graduated Valedictorian of the class of 1949. She...

Joy Bell Thurman

Joy Bell Thurman

Jun 20, 2021

Joy Bell Thurman, 93, of Decatur passed away at her home on June 20, 2021. Joy was a member of Union Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents: Ples and Etta Patterson Clark and several siblings. She is survived by her husband of 74 years: J W Thurman of Decatur, TN, daughters: Faye Hawkins of Decatur,...

Summer Nichole Harris

Summer Nichole Harris

Jun 18, 2021

Summer Thedford Harris, 34 of Spring City, TN passed away June 18, 2021. She was preceded in death by her Mother: Deborah Thedford. She is survived by her parents: Billy and Amanda Thedford of Spring City, sons: Brandon Harris, Dylan Harris, Gaven Harris all of Spring City, father of her children: Timothy Harris of Spring City, boyfriend: William Schabbing of...

William "Bill" Aldon Smith

William "Bill" Aldon Smith

Jun 13, 2021

William “Bill” Aldon Smith, age 93, passed away June 13, 2021 at his home in Lexington, KY. He is preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 52 years, Elizabeth Hope Feezell Smith, originally from Ten Mile, TN. Bill is also preceded in death by parents, Aldon Allison and Georgia Marion Smith, his sister Francis, his brother Jim, his brothers-in-law...