Obituaries

Apr 10, 2025

Vanessa Chrisman Darity, age 65, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Athens, Georgia.

She was born on May 29, 1959, in Athens, Tennessee to the late James Edwin Chrisman and Betty Ross Letner.

Vanessa was a kind and gentle soul who lived a life full of love, laughter, and loyalty. She loved her family...

Apr 10, 2025

D. Alan Wade, age 77, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

He was a son of the late Norman and LaNelle McKinney Wade. He was a county supervisor in the farmers home administration agency from 1973 to 1996, where he was the rural business specialist for USDA Rural Development in the Chattanooga area office...

Mar 27, 2025

Jessie Marie Bunch Swafford, age 86, of the Hillsview community, departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at her home, with her family by her side.

She was born July 23, 1938, to John Taylor and Sitha Howser Bunch, the second of seven children. She was a faithful member of Bethel Springs Baptist Church.

Mar 10, 2025

Bertha Elizabeth Haynes, age 85, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, at NHC Healthcare.

She was a daughter of the late Dart “D.W.” and Millie Miller Wilson. She was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church in Smyrna, TN and enjoyed listening to audio books, listening to gospel music, traveling and talking to her friends and family....

Mar 9, 2025

Bruce Kevin Stacy passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee at the age of 65.

He was born in Springfield, Illinois on November 19, 1959. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1978. After high school Bruce had his own construction company in Springfield. After a period of time, he moved to Decatur, Tennessee and...

Mar 4, 2025

Kathy Louise McKenzie Womack, age 70, native of Meigs County, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Kathy was a graduate of Meigs County High School. Kathy was an avid reader and collector of literature. She enjoyed cooking and was a master of the art. She would spend a week preparing for a family feast. She was...

Feb 27, 2025

David Nelson Millwood, age 53, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 27, 2025.

He was a member of the Church of God.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Goldie and Delannie Millwood of Signal Mountain, TN, Minnie Lee and Nelson Kerley of Signal Mountain, TN.

Survivors...

Feb 27, 2025

Ralph E. Woods, age 77, a native of Meigs County, passed away on Thursday, February 27,2025, at Decatur Wellness & Rehabilitation Center.

Ralph was the youngest son of William “WD” and Ethel Woods. He retired from Clayton Homes, where he was a member of the hall of fame. He was an umpire and referee for 42 years....

Feb 26, 2025

Jeffrey Clay Brady, age 62, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

He was a son of the late Jesse “J.W.” and Mattie Womac Brady. He was the owner of Superior Guttering Services and served in the United States Army. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is preceded in death by his sister:...

Feb 26, 2025

Elsie E. Stacy of Decatur, Tennessee, formerly of Springfield, Illinois passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

She was born January 30, 1937 near Greenfield, Illinois. She was one of nine children born to Ralph and Jennie (DeWitt) Arnold. Elsie graduated high school in 1955. She married Ivan R. Stacy of Springfield in 1957. They have two boys....

Feb 25, 2025

Donna Jane Lillard, 71, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Deane Hill Place Memory Care in Knoxville, TN. A native of Decatur, Donna was the daughter of the late Fred and Gertie Graves.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Bart Graves.

Left to cherish her memories are her two daughters, Heather...

Feb 19, 2025

Kenny Lee Letner, age 69, of Ten Mile, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.

He was a son of the late Elmus “Curly” and Reba Letner. He was a member of the Pentecostal faith. He enjoyed golfing, playing his guitar, and singing.

He was preceded in death by his daughter: Mary Grace Letner; sister:...

Feb 11, 2025

Jerry Ray Lewis, age 80, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

He was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church and a 48-year Meigs Lodge #213 F.& A.M. He was a son of the late Charles and Pauline Friddell Lewis. He enjoyed working on the farm and babysitting his grandkids.

He was...

Feb 10, 2025

Chester Jasper, a beloved cowboy and devoted servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on February 1,1949. Chester spent his life riding horseback, fishing, and embracing daily life. His hands, weathered by years of hard work, were a testament to his strength and dedication.

Chester's love for...

Feb 7, 2025

Robert Michael “Mike” Redmond, age 60, of Niota, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

He was born on May 29, 1964, to the late Robert “Bunt” and Ruby Fitch Redmond. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and brother. He was a member of Meigs Lodge #213 F.& A.M. and loved going...

Jan 31, 2025

Lisa Ann Steinecke LaFond, age 56, of Decatur, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025.

She was a daughter of the late Darrell and Beverley Mason Steinecke. She enjoyed being outdoors, especially horseback riding and riding motorcycles. She also enjoyed doing diamond art and sewing.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Edward LaFond.

Jan 22, 2025

Mattie Gean Womac Brady, age 84, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

She was a daughter of the late Walter Fred and Stella Mae Womac.

She is preceded in death by her husband: Jesse “J.W.” Brady; daughter: Rebecca Long; sisters: Edna Lester, Fanny Sue Newberry, Irene Pelfrey.

She is survived...

Jan 16, 2025

Franklin “Frank” Leon Hicks, age 84, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025.

was a son of the late John and Lottie Shannon Hicks. He was a member of Brittsville Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his siblings: John Hicks Jr., Betty Stafford, Mary Moore, Joyce Bidwell, Margaret Moore, Dean Stafford, Linda...

Jan 13, 2025

Leroy Meadows, age 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 13, 2025. He was a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, husband, and friends. Leroy was born on July 8, 1942. He was a lifelong resident of Decatur, where he married the love of his life, the late Dora Meadows, on October 8, 1963....

Jan 13, 2025

Neda Lois Sewell, age 70, of Decatur, passed away on January 13, 2025. She was a daughter of the late George and Marion Lois Sewell Colbaugh, god-daughter of Mary Fee Morris. She enjoyed reading, sewing, and loving on her dogs. She is preceded in death by her siblings: Carylon Littleton, Roy Lee Reddick, Clovis Wayne Reddick. She is survived by...