Obituaries

Nov 2, 2024

Robert Joe Crabtree, age 53, of Niota, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

He enjoyed being in nature with animals, cooking, listening to music, and bringing his mom flowers. He loved going to church, those were the happiest days of his life.

He is survived by his parents: Howard and Connie Tilley Crabtree; sister:...

Nov 2, 2024

James Dean Goforth, age 80, of Decatur, passed away on Saturday, October November 2, 2024. He was a son of the late Haskel and Sallie Wilson Goforth. He was an United States Army Vietnam Veteran, a life member of Meigs Lodge #213 F.&A.M., and loved to work on cars and mow, and watching westerns. He is preceded in death by...

Nov 1, 2024

Bobbie Jean Goode Womack, age 59, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 37 years: James Womack; son: Anthony Talton.

She is survived by her daughter: Barbara (Coleman) Elder; son: Michael Goode; grandchildren: Baylee and Ecil Elder, Matt, Dylan, and Colby Bowman; daughter-in-law: Stephanie...

Nov 1, 2024

Kenneth Phillip Poore, age 30, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, running marathons, and working out every day. He received 2 black belts in 2 different styles of martial arts. He graduated from Miracle Lake in 2024. He is very much missed by his parents and many friends.

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Oct 30, 2024

Danny Eugene Moore, age 63, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

He was a son of the late Doyle and Vernell Moore. He was a truck driver for 30 years and loved his dog, Buddy, hot rods, and to cut up and aggravate people. He is preceded in death by his grandson: Jameson Allen....

Oct 27, 2024

Russell Lee Fish, Sr., age 79, of Decatur, entered his heavenly home on Sunday, October 27, 2024. He was a son of the late Ben and Rose Vincent Fish. He was an avid fisherman and coin collector and served in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his wife: Margaret Fish; son: Mitchell Fish; siblings: Ronnie, Donnie,...

Oct 17, 2024

Ethel Jennings Layman, age 77, of Decatur, gained her wings on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Surrounded by her family, she entered her Heavenly home to be reunited with loved ones.

She was the daughter of the late Burl and Orzie Jennings.

She was preceded in death by husband: John Layman, Sr.; Brothers: Steve Jennings and...

Oct 16, 2024

Wanda Faye “Shorty” Combs Judd, age 81, of Decatur, passed away on Wednesday October 16, 2024.

She was a daughter of the late Bill and Stella Rowland Combs. She enjoyed all things gardening, mowing, planting flowers, canning, cooking, fishing, hunting, and always put her family first. She was the owner of the Nip & Sip for 40...

Oct 15, 2024

Debra Marie Bowman, age 67, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

She was of the Catholic faith and a bank teller at local banks for many years. She enjoyed shopping, crafting, cooking, baking, and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Carl and Eva Umscheid; husband:...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...