Obituaries

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

Jul 14, 2024

Charles Boggess “Charlie” King, age 91, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was the son of the late John Boggess “Bud” and Mae Gregory King. He was a member of Pisgah Baptist Church, retired from TVA and Mesa Associates, a local farmer, and an avid NASCAR fan. He served in the United States Air Force for...

Jul 9, 2024

James Larry “Demp” Erwin, age 76, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents: James Lawrence and Dora Farris Erwin; sister: Faye Early.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years: Sherry Erwin; children: Larry Erwin, Judy (Mike) Moore; grandchildren: Chandler (Abby) Erwin, Lea (Chris)...

Jul 2, 2024

Alice Faye Edgemon Powell, age 80, of Decatur, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

She was a daughter of the late K.G. and Mable Rose Edgemon. She was born and raised in Ten Mile. She graduated from Meigs County High School, where she was a part of the first Girls basketball team...

Jul 1, 2024

Glinda Faye Farmer Turner, age 75, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 1, 2024.

She was born on October 8, 1948, to the late William and Lillie Moats. She was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was a lifelong cook.

She is preceded in death by her two sisters.

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Jun 24, 2024

James "Jim" Dwight Phillips, age 65, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Dwight J. “Whitey” and Jeanette Nelson Phillips.

He is survived by his sister: Cindy (Lee) Ramsey; niece: Amanda Martin; great-niece and nephew: Kayleigh and Matthew Martin; several aunts, uncles, other extended family,...

Jun 18, 2024

Mary Jane Keaton Bowman, age 84, of Ten Mile, went to be with Jesus on June 18, 2024 a little after 10 a.m., surrounded by her loving family.

On Saturday, June 24, 1939, in Maysville, Kentucky, Earl David and Mary Dee Hitch Keaton welcomed their 3 1/2-pound baby girl into this world. She was a sickly child,...

Jun 17, 2024

Raymond G. “Ray” Franklin, age 69, of Athens, TN, peacefully entered into his heavenly home on Monday, June 17, 2024.

He was a member of East Athens Baptist Church and also a member and a Past Master (1987) of Unaka Lodge #651 F & A.M.. Ray was a former Monroe County EMS Employee and retired from Johnson...

Jun 15, 2024

Joyce Ann Bynum Colburn, age 78, of Decatur, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Joyce was a daughter of the late Bruce and Virginia Bynum and was a lifelong member of Knob Creek Church of Christ in Graves County, Kentucky. She retired from Walmart in Athens; she enjoyed making ceramics. She is preceded in death by...

Jun 14, 2024

Doris Anne (Dee) Witters, age 75, of Ten Mile, entered into rest on Friday, June 14th, 2024.

Dee was the wife of John M. Witters, to whom she was married for 45 years. She was born in Lockport, NY and was the daughter of Carl and Avis Hoste.

Dee will be remembered for her great...

Jun 13, 2024

Reannon McKenzie Myrick, age 25, of Ten Mile, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

She loved acting, music, and being a CNA.

She is preceded in death by her sister: Georgia Myrick; grandparents: Tony Seargeant, Darlene McElhaney; great-grandparents: Janette Ratledge, Ralph Ratledge, Jack May, Louise May; uncle: Jesse Picca.

She is survived...

Jun 1, 2024

Randall William Redman, age 56, of Pikeville, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, doing small engine repairs, and woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his father: Max Redman.

He is survived by his mother: Lovella Redman; wife: Sherry Meadows;...