WILLIAM Edward TOMPKINS
Dec 11, 2022
William Edward Tompkins, age 91, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022 peacefully in his sleep. He loved sports, watching football and he played basketball in high school. He enjoyed going to his church First Christian Church in Etowah. He was also a veteran of the Navy Guards.
William was preceded in death by his two former wives, two brothers...
Loyd Carroll Burns
Dec 10, 2022
Loyd Carroll Burns, a resident of Athens, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022. He was born and lived in the New Zion Community most of his life.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Clovia Upton; parents, Jewell H. and Frank A. Burns.
He is survived by step-son, Michael Upton; sisters, Agnes Eaton, Eddie Mae Jack, and Betty...
Fewell Lee Donald "Donnie"
Nov 21, 2022
Donald "Donnie" Lee Fewell, age 63, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at his home in Etowah, TN. He was born February 26, 1959, in Franklin, Indiana. He served on Etowah Rural Fire and Rescue for 16 years. He frequently attended Hillcrest Church in Etowah, TN.
Donald was preceded in death by his daughter, Tonya Velasquez and parents, Shirley...
Johnny "John" Wayne McCollister
Nov 20, 2022
Johnny “John” Wayne McCollister, beloved and devoted Husband, Father, Pawpaw and so much more, graduated from this earthly life to his eternal home in Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday morning, November 20, 2022. He was born 64 years ago, on Wednesday, April 23, 1958 in Indianapolis, IN to his parents, the late Doyle and Frankie Eulene...
Debbie Sue Stephens
Nov 11, 2022
Debbie Sue Stephens, born May 24, 1959, passed away November 11, 2022 at her home in Benton, TN. Debbie loved her family, friends and playing Yahtzee.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Loretta Bates and Walter Massey; sister, Retha Harvey.
Debbie is survived by her sisters, Jeanie (Bob) Shelton and Tammy (Maxine) Massey; brother, Walter "Jethro" (Cindy...
Linda Ann Williams Hooper
Oct 30, 2022
Linda Ann Williams Hooper, age 61, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022. She was a member of the Good Springs Baptist Church in Etowah, TN.
Linda was preceded in death by her brother, Jerome Williams.
She is survived by her parents, Jerry B. and Ann Williams; children, Jared Hooper (Yuny), Ryan (Shelby) Hooper and Chad (Summer) Hooper; grandchildren, Riley and...
Lisa Anne Steadman
Oct 11, 2022
Lisa Steadman, 58, of Friendsville, TN, passed away October 11, 2022, peacefully at home. She was an employee at Securitas at Denso and loved her coworkers there. She loved to shop, craft, and spend time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bud and Trula Clabough; sister, Trula Hodge.
Survived by her husband Richard...
Larry D. Gannon
Oct 10, 2022
Larry D. Gannon, age 77, passed away Monday, October 10th at his home in Athens, TN. Larry was an honored veteran, serving two combat tours in Vietnam. Originally a native of Pike County Kentucky, Larry has been a resident of Tennessee for many years. He had a love for antique cars and classic Country music. He attended Piney Grove Church...
Annette Harper Leatherwood
Oct 10, 2022
Annette Harper Leatherwood, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was welcomed into Heaven on Monday, October 10, 2022, after a long battle with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia. Her daughters will always be grateful for the kind and loving care the staff at Etowah Healthcare Center and Hospice of Chattanooga provided in the last months of her life.
Annette was born on July...
Angela Mary Velasquez
Oct 9, 2022
Angela Mary Velasquez, age 70, of Madisonville TN, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 9, 2022. Angela (Angie) born in Aurora, Illinois "retired" to eastern TN in late 2018. She is survived by two brothers and one sister, also residing in eastern TN.
Angela was known to her family and many friends as someone who always...
Michael Lee Horn
Sep 26, 2022
Mike Horn of Athens, TN. passed away at his home surrounded by his beloved family on Monday, September 26, 2022. He was born November 17, 1954 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Ben and Dorothy Horn.
Mike enjoyed visiting Indian Boundary in his camper “Gertie”. He always took his beloved cat, “Girl” with him. He loved his family and...
Harry Edward Morgan
Sep 24, 2022
Harry Edward Morgan, age 96, of Etowah, passed away Saturday, September 24, 2022 at a hospital in Chattanooga. Harry was born in Etowah and was the owner/operator of Morgan Insurance Agency and a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Etowah. He was a veteran of World War II. He enjoyed building and flying radio-controlled aircraft and was instrumental in...
Charles "James" Akins
Sep 23, 2022
Charles “Charlie/James” Akins, age 66, of Lenoir City, passed away peacefully at his sister’s home in Maryville, Tennessee, after a courageous fight with Cancer. He will be greatly missed.
James is preceded in death by his father and mother, Elmer & Ruby Akins of Lenior City; his wife Denise Akins of Lenior City.
He is survived by his daughters, Janie...
Marshajene (Graham) Schaaf
Sep 17, 2022
Obituary for Marshajene Schaaf Marshajene Svhaaf (Graham), a long-term resident of Hollywood and North Fort Myers Florida, as well as Coker Creek Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, September, 17 th 2022, at the age of 63.
Marshajene survived by her loving Husband of 43 years William Schaaf as well as her two caring twin boys Eugene and William Schaaf.
Marshajene...
Steve Thomas Hayes
Sep 6, 2022
Steve Thomas Hayes, age 72, passed on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Steve was a wonderful and loving husband and father. He was also a loving grandfather and great-grandfather. He was so kind and very thoughtful; he took great care in making sure his loved ones came first and they were always comfortable and happy. He was able to create many...
Rick Gene Perian
Aug 8, 2022
Rick Gene Perian, age 70, passed Monday, August 8, 2022 at his home in Delano, TN. Rick served in law enforcement as a police officer in Etowah and a Detective in Polk County; he also served in the National Guard. Rick was a known Jokester and was always good for a laugh. He spent time in his garden and his...
Shannon "Kevi" Payne
Aug 3, 2022
Shannon “Kevi” Payne, 57 of Etowah, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Though taken unexpectedly, Kevi was surrounded by her family, and her memory will live on in the hearts of many family members and friends.
With a great sense of humor and strong love for others, Kevi was a joy to...
Larry Brent Barker
Jul 27, 2022
On Wednesday, July 27, 2022, Larry B. Barker, loving husband, daddy, and papa, passed away at the age of 66 after suffering a major stroke in December 2014 that left him with numerous health issues he battled until his passing.Larry was born in St. Petersburg, FL, but lived the majority of his life in the Upstate area of SC where...
Janice Ann Forrester
Jul 27, 2022
Janice Ann Forrester, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 27th, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was a prayer warrior and an organized soul. She enjoyed gardening, planting flowers in her planters. Janice loved her grandbabies and great-grandbabies. She will missed by all who knew her.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Jeanette Louden.
She...
