Obituaries

Aug 5, 2020

David "Dozer" Headlee, age 48, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Starr Regional of Athens.

He was proceeded in death by his Brother: Michael Headlee.

David leaves behind to cherish his memory: his wife of 15 years April Headlee of Decatur, Son: Dalton Headlee of Decatur; Daughters: Desiree Headlee of Decatur,...

Jul 31, 2020

Richard Wilson Crabtree, age 60, of Spring City, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2020 at his residence. He was a member of the Plumber and Steamfitters Union Local 43.

He was proceeded in death by his Parents; Jesse and Sylvia Bartley Crabtree; Brother: Danny Crabtree.

Richard leaves behind to cherish his memory: his sisters:...

Jul 30, 2020

James Austin Moon, age 75, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at NHC HealthCare of Athens.

He attended Cottonport Road Church of God, and retired from Combustion Engineering with 30 years service, and had worked at Meigs Co. Sheriffs Office for 10 years.

He was a son of the late James Jacob...

Jul 28, 2020

Emit "Jack" Trusley, age 68, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at his home with his family. He was a member of Cottonport Baptist Church. He worked at Shaw for 34 years. He served as Vice President of the Caring Car Club of Decatur. He enjoyed riding his tractor and loved to watch wrestling and most...

Jul 21, 2020

Edwin Mack Layman, age 78, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at his home with his family. He was a member of Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church. He retired from DuPont after more than 30 years of service.

He was proceeded in death by his parents: Ted and Bessie Marie McNabb Layman, son: Dave...

Jul 20, 2020

Carrie Ruth Scott, age 93, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away Monday morning, July 20, 2020. She was surrounded by family. She was a dearly loved wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Ruth’s single passion in life was to love and care for her family. Her first thought was always on behalf of her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One...

Jul 19, 2020

Gary Lynn Breedwell, 57, of Culpeper, VA and formerly of Athens, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020.

He was a son of the late Elmer and Dora Patterson Breedwell and was preceded in death by and infant brother, Glenn Allen Breedwell.

Survivors include his brother: Stephen Lynn Breedwell of Culpeper, VA, sister: Brenda Watson...

Jul 19, 2020

Charles Carson Walker, III, 71, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Starr Regional Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles C. Walker, II, and Augustine Cox Walker. His wife: Diana Grove Walker.

Survivors include his wife: Sandy Walker of Decatur, sons: Chris Walker (Chrissy) of Decatur, Bryan...

Jul 12, 2020

Richard Lee Gordon, age 62, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga.

He was of the Baptist faith and an avid outdoors man. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He was proceeded in death by his parents: Lloyd and Macie Gordon, sister: Linda Gordon.

Richard leaves...

Jul 9, 2020

Benjamin Allen Wilson, age 34, of Decatur, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020. He was of the Baptist faith, and an avid motorcycle enthusiast.

He was preceded in death by father: Allen Wilson, Grandfathers: Jessie Brown, and Dan Harvey

He is survived by his Parents: Crystal and Kelly Womack of Decatur; wife: Misty...

Jul 7, 2020

Michael Morrow, age 68, of Decatur, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents; H. M. and Bobbie Sue Morrow, his wife; Ima Jean Morrow, daughters by choice: Felisha Combs, Laura Combs.

He is survived by his son: Mitch and Kim Morrow of Decatur,...

Jul 5, 2020

Janie Ogle, age 64 of Ten Mile TN, went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2020 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, TN.

She was a daughter of the late Richard and Mary Daniel Runyan and of the Baptist faith.

She was preceded in death by; her husband Cam Junior Ogle....

Jun 29, 2020

Ima Jean Morrow, 65, of Decatur, died Monday, June 29, 2020. She was of the Baptist Faith. She had worked many years in Area Convenience Stores as a cashier and was currently employed at Four Corners Market.

She was the daughter of the late Eugene and Sue Fritts. She is preceded in death by one sister Brenda...

Jun 12, 2020

James Robert McKenzie, 67, of Decatur, TN passed peacefully from this life into the arms of Jesus on Friday, June 12, 2020. Robert was born on Dec. 09, 1952 to Weaver and Rosa Lee (Holland) McKenzie. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson Jackson.

He was a veteran of the US Armed Forces and...

May 27, 2020

Alvin Wayne Coffey, age 66, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at Grace Health Care in Decatur.

He was a native of Chattanooga, TN and a United States Navy Veteran.

There will be no formal visitation or services.

The interment will be in the National Cemetery in Chattanooga.

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May 26, 2020

Jay M. Ricker, 76, of Decatur passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Paul and Hazel Pittman Ricker, sisters; Mary Jane Hunter, Jessie May Steele, brothers; Homer Lee Ricker, Lester Ricker.

He is Survived by his wife; Amanda Ricker...

May 21, 2020

Lottie Nora King, age 92, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2020.

She was a daughter of the late Charlie and Mattie Moses Colbaugh and was preceded in death by her sisters; Agnes Colbaugh and Annie Hendricks and her brothers: Johnny Colbaugh, Rev. Clifford Colbaugh, Hobert Colbaugh and Wesley Colbaugh.

She was a...

May 19, 2020

Bailey Nicole Smith age 17, of Soddy Daisy, passed away on May 19, 2020 at Erlanger in Chattanooga.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother: Kathy Travis, great-grandfather, Raymond McElroy,and great-grandmothers: Helen McElroy, Diane Grubb, uncle: Adam Travis.

Survivors include her parents: April Travis of Soddy Daisy and Nathaniel Smith of Niota, TN, grand...

May 11, 2020

Emmalyn Blaic Long, 7 days old, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2020 at UT Medical Center in Knoxville.

She was proceeded in death by her Paternal Grandfather; Billy M. Long, Maternal Grandfather; Tommy Matney.

She is survived by her Parents; Mikayla Harrison and Billy Joe Long of Decatur, Grandparents; Kim and Corey...

May 8, 2020

Sarah Inis Crabtree, age 88, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020 at her residence. She loved spending time with her family and was of the Baptist faith.

She was proceeded in death by her husband; Charles Marshall Crabtree, parents; Harlen and Nola Cagle Curtis, brothers; Marshall Lee Curtis, Randell Curtis, Radford Curtis, sister; Virginia...