Obituaries

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...

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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