Karen June Whalen
Jul 20, 2023
Karen Christensen Whalen, age 70 of Sweetwater, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 in her home.
She was a member of UMC of Tellico and was retired from Walmart. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Karen owned her own lawn business, she also owned and operated Karen's Riverside Restaurant in Tellico Plains & co...
Peggy Sue Tinsley Clemons
Jul 17, 2023
Peggy T. Clemons, age 71, of Niota, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023. She was a member of North Athens Baptist Church. She was a homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Tinsley and Izetta Moore Smitty; husband of 40 years, John “Steve” Clemons.
She is survived by her...
Christopher Dane Morgan
Jul 1, 2023
Christopher “Chris” Dane Morgan, age 39, of Madisonville, TN, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023 in Sweetwater, TN due to a car accident. Chris was raised by his mother Nancy Morgan. He was a loving father to Zyler Morgan and Zayden Laymance, as well as, a bonus dad to MaKayla and Lucas Rockholt. Although never married, he shared his life...
Carrie Marie Church
Jun 23, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carrie Marie Church, she died at the age of 79 on Friday, June 23, 2023 at home in Athens, TN. Carrie passed away surrounded by loved ones after her recent diagnosis and battle with cancer. She will be truly missed by all.
She was preceded in death by her...
Connie May Lopp
Jun 21, 2023
Connie May Lopp passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from natural causes. She will be greatly missed by her two sons and family. Connie was a shift manager for McDonald’s for over 20 years in total. The most important thing to her were her two sons.
Connie had two sons, James Matthew Lopp (eldest) and Zackary William Lopp (youngest)....
Carol Elaine Sillas
May 25, 2023
Carol (Bunny) E. Sallis (Wingate), passed away, Thursday, May 25, 2023 of natural causes. We are very sad to announce this and she will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Carol was the first-born child of 4, to Sylvia Jean and David George Wingate. She was an amazing mother to her 2 daughters, Amber Jean Jacobs and Serenity...
Clifton Jimmy Pack
May 19, 2023
Clifton Pack, age 90, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023, at a local healthcare facility. He had lived the past 30 years in Chatsworth, Georgia, before moving to Calhoun, Tennessee.
He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War in the Battle of Pork Chop Hill.
He loved music, especially blue grass, and enjoyed...
Carl Dewayne Cross
May 17, 2023
Carl Dewayne Cross, age 57 of Sweetwater, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
Carl loved his daughters more than life itself; and he will be greatly missed by many. He loved his dog Susie, being outdoors, camping, fishing, bonfires, and doing anything with his daughters.
He was a jack of all trades, doing mainly construction, and...
Gladys Marie Freeman
May 14, 2023
Gladys Marie Freeman, 91, of Englewood, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Gladys loved her dog and enjoyed sewing.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn Kilby; siblings, Richard, Snydor and Baxie.
Gladys is survived by her daughter, Cindy Hensley (Eric Pagano); siblings, Leon of Englewood, Brenda of Tellico, Margaret of...
Don Richard Evans
May 12, 2023
Don R. Evans Sr., of Madisonville, TN, a beloved husband, father, papaw, friend and U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran, left this earth for his heavenly home at the age of 76, on May 12th. He will always be remembered for his great love of the flea market and “wheeling and dealing”.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and...
Jackie Dale Trentham
May 12, 2023
Jackie Dale Trentham, age 55, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023, at Starr Regional in Etowah, TN. Jackie was born August 23, 1967 in Bradley County, TN to Maruin and Emma Lee Trentham. He was one of 6 children. He worked in Cleveland at Cleveland Chair and Cleveland Pallet Company. He was quick witted, enjoyed being outdoors with his...
Jean Elizabeth Wold
May 7, 2023
Jean Elizabeth Wold, age 102, passed away quietly in her home, in Englewood, TN, on Sunday, May 7, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Eshelman; sisters, Mary, Nola and Pearl; brother, Jim.
Jean is survived by her brothers, Don and Everett; children, Susan and Charles; grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Family...
Kathy Jane Parker Lay
Apr 21, 2023
Kathy Jane Parker (Lay) passed away on Friday, April 21st, 2023, of natural causes, at her home in Benton, TN. We are very sad to announce this, and she will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Kathy was born on December 1, 1955, to Bertha Jane and William James Parker, in Knoxville, TN where they were living...
Connie Lynn Cash
Apr 19, 2023
Connie Lynn Cash, age 70, a resident of Loudon, (formerly of Sweetwater) passed away April 19, 2023 after a severe stroke. She was born in Trenton, Georgia to Fred and Elizabeth Hardin Rains on May 29,1952. Connie was an employee of Sweetwater Hospital for over 20 years. Connie was a kind, generous soul who loved helping others. She led the...
Margaret "Margie" England Moss
Apr 19, 2023
Margaret "Margie" England Moss, age 50, passed away in her home on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Margie loved sitting on the porch and cooking out. She was loved by her family and friends. She never met a stranger and was always open to making a friend.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Joyce Dooley; brother,...
Linda Gail Perkins
Apr 16, 2023
“Gail” Linda Gail Perkins, age 61, a resident of Englewood, passed away on April 16th 2023. She enjoyed family get-togethers and steak dinners. She was beloved by her family and is dearly missed.
She was preceded in death by her father Floyd Brush and mother Mary.
She is survived by her ex-husband, Rick Perkins; daughter, Alisha Perkins; sons, Zachary Perkins...
Geneva Lou Ridge
Apr 4, 2023
Geneva Lou Ridge, age 77, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2023. She was a long-time member of the Cambria Baptist Church in Etowah. Geneva was a caregiver down to the bone; she was a true nurturer and she loved her family with her whole being. She loved to cook, best known for her biscuits and gravy.
Geneva was preceded in...
James Taylor Wilson
Mar 23, 2023
James Taylor Wilson (Jim), 88, of Athens, TN, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2023. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Jean Wilson. Jim is also reunited with his brother, Bryan Wilson. Born in Athens, TN, on June 6, 1934, to the late Jerry and Polly Wilson, Jim grew up and lived in McMinn County most of...
Shirley Carol Wong
Mar 12, 2023
Shirley Carol Wong, age 79, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023, peacefully surrounded by family and love. She loved making arts and crafts and giving them to friends and family as gifts. She adored and loved her family with a passion and would always put her family first. She literally had a heart of gold.
Shirley was preceded in death...
Jane Shirley Hall
Mar 6, 2023
Oak Ridge, TN - Jane Roberts Hall (Mame’), 96, of Oak Ridge TN passed away peacefully on March 6, 2023. Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley M. Hall. Jane is also reunited with her beloved sister, Mary Schuler. Born in Edwardsville, PA, on October 4, 1926, to the late Robert Roberts and Mary Baretsky Roberts, Jane was...
