Obituaries

Jerry Leo Holzer

Jerry Leo Holzer

Oct 8, 2024

Jerry Leo Holzer, 87, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

He was the son of the late Clement and Lola Taylor Holzer. He enjoyed wood working, fishing, and scratching off lottery tickets.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Lorraine Holzer.

He is survived by a...

Tj Wilkerson

Tj Wilkerson

Oct 6, 2024

TJ Wilkerson entered where he longed to go into his eternal home in Heaven on Sunday, October 6, 2024, after a short and courageous battle with cancer. TJ was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was kind and gentle and loved by all that knew him. His true passion was spending time with his grandchildren, the adoration...

Virginia Lee Crowder

Virginia Lee Crowder

Sep 19, 2024

Virginia Lee Crowder, age 79, a resident of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at a local nursing facility.

She was the daughter of the late Archie Lee and Ruth Virginia Monday. She was a long-time member of Pisgah Baptist Church where she served as the church pianist. She was retired from La-Z-Boy, Inc. with...

Elaine " Sissie" Adcock Hensley

Elaine " Sissie" Adcock Hensley

Sep 15, 2024

Elaine “Sissie” Adcock Hensley, age 88, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late John Taylor and Martha Bernice Shackelford Adcock. She was a member of Decatur First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by husband Walt Hensley: daughter Sherri Edwards.

She is survived...

Amber M Green

Amber M Green

Aug 31, 2024

Amber M. Green, age 30, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024.

Amber was a sweet and loving angel who would do anything to help others, even while struggling to help herself. She enjoyed making those around her laugh and genuinely wanted to see everyone happy. She will live on through her 4 beautiful children and...

Carolyn Lennis Roberts Strickland

Carolyn Lennis Roberts Strickland

Aug 31, 2024

Carolyn Lennis Roberts Strickland, age 73, of Ten Mile, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Olif and Mable Letner Roberts, brothers: Arthur, Ed, Harold, Jerry, Terry, Gary, Charles, sister: Louise Shelton.

She is survived by her children: Greg Hearon, Faith (Arnie) Parker, grandchildren: Tyler Ogle (Emily...

Michael "Mike" Layne Mcnabb

Michael "Mike" Layne Mcnabb

Aug 30, 2024

Michael (Mike) Layne McNabb, 68, of Decatur, TN., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 30, 2024.

Mike was preceded in death by his father Martin L. McNabb. Mother Nora Claire McNabb Fritts. Sister Therese McNabb. Niece Elizabeth Hunter.

Mike is survived by his wife Dorothy Toomey McNabb. His loving sisters...

Sarah Levina Myers Pritchett

Sarah Levina Myers Pritchett

Aug 27, 2024

Sarah Levina Myers Pritchett, age 70, of Maryville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 after a long battle with cancer.

She is preceded in death by her parents: John Noah and Ethel Dorsey Myers, husband: Jimmy Ray Pritchett, grandson: Robert Pilkey, one brother, and three sisters.

She is survived by her sons: Randy...

Vadra Jane Barnett Walden

Vadra Jane Barnett Walden

Aug 26, 2024

Vadra Jane Barnett Walden, age 64, of Niota, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 26, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late Hobert and Evelyn Brackett Barnett. She was a long-time member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She enjoyed thrift shopping, cooking, and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

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Linda Ann (Nee Cofer) Brown

Linda Ann (Nee Cofer) Brown

Aug 21, 2024

Linda Ann Brown (Nee Cofer), age 79, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

Linda was born on August 13, 1945 in Norfolk, VA to Blanche and Holland “Dave” Cofer. From an early age, Linda was headstrong and vibrant. Linda had a zest for life that meant she always knew...

Cindy Leonia Thomas Holloway

Cindy Leonia Thomas Holloway

Aug 19, 2024

Cindy Leonia Thomas Holloway, age 65, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024.

She was a daughter of the late John Allmon and Berta Hembree Thomas. She attended New Salem Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing, swimming, listening to music, going to the beach and the movies. She loved spending time with her family, especially her...

James Preston Shaver

James Preston Shaver

Aug 19, 2024

James Preston Shaver, age 90, of Decatur, TN, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024. He was a son of the late Alfred and Nelle Shaver. He enjoyed going to the dirt track, watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren playing sports, and mowing. He was preceded in death by wife: Edna Shaver, son: Tommy Shaver, grandchild: Andrea, siblings: Ollis, Ed,...

Columbus Baker Edgemon

Columbus Baker Edgemon

Aug 18, 2024

Columbus Baker Edgemon, age 95, of Ten Mile, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was a son of the late Elmer and Tate Baldwin Edgemon. He was a United States Marine Corps Veteran, having served in the Korean War. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and an avid farmer. He was preceded in death by...

Rev. Earl H. Graves

Rev. Earl H. Graves

Aug 13, 2024

Rev. Earl H. Graves, age 69, of Decatur, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

Earl was the son of the late Haul and Evelyn “Tootsie” Graves.  Earl loved the Lord with all his heart and served the Lord as a Baptist Minister for many years and loved the many church members he got...

Steven Michael Burns

Steven Michael Burns

Aug 10, 2024

Steven Michael Burns, age 44, of Ten Mile, TN, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 10, 2024.

Steve was born on June 10, 1980 in Johnstown, PA. He graduated from West Middlesex High School in West Middlesex, PA. He enjoyed watching wrestling, Penguins Hockey, Steelers football, and spending time on the...

Vivian Jean Farmer Bales

Vivian Jean Farmer Bales

Jul 30, 2024

Vivian Jean Farmer Bales, age 69, of Ten Mile, passed away on Monday, July 30, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents: William E. "Gene" and Anna Lee Powers Farmer, husband: Roger L. Bales, sister: Lisa K. Sloop.

She is survived by her sons: Eric Powell, Dewayne (Lisa) Bales, grandchildren: Tyler Jennings, Lee...

Michael Gene Morrow

Michael Gene Morrow

Jul 29, 2024

Michael Gene Morrow, age 66, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024. He was an outdoors man and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved his four-legged companion, Bella. He was preceded in death by his parents: Curl and Ora Wilson Morrow; children: Celena and Jason Morrow; grandson: Cody King. He is survived by his siblings: Wanda Morrow,...

Steven Eugene Walker

Steven Eugene Walker

Jul 26, 2024

Steven Eugene Walker, age 67, of Athens, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024. He was an avid bingo player and enjoyed riding around on his scooter. He was a United States Navy Veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents: Calvin and Betty Brown Walker, sister: Janet King, wife: Rebecca Newberry. He is survived by his daughter: Rebecca...

Carole Weigel Finnell

Carole Weigel Finnell

Jul 22, 2024

Carole Weigel Finnell, age 86, a native of Knox County, a resident of Meigs County since 1945, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1937, the only child of Wallace and Jennette Shipe Weigel.

She was a member of Bethsadia Baptist Church, a 1955 graduate of Meigs County High School, and...

Joyce Irene Howard Forrester

Joyce Irene Howard Forrester

Jul 22, 2024

Joyce Irene (Howard) Forrester, aged 76, passed away on July 22, 2024, in Decatur, TN. Born on January 22, 1948, in Chattanooga, Joyce dedicated six years to the U.S. Air Force Reserves, a commitment that reflected her deep sense of duty and community service.

A long-time member of Decatur Church of God since 1993, Joyce was deeply...