Obituaries
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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