OBITUARIES

Debbie Sue Stephens

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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Sep 25, 2022

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Harry Edward Morgan

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Roger "Bruce" Wentworth

Roger "Bruce" Wentworth

Jul 14, 2022

Roger “Bruce” Wentworth, age 85, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2022 surrounded by family. Bruce was a member of the American Legion, he won awards as a 911 dispatcher with Bradley County Communications, and he was Vice-President of the Polk County 911 Board and had a Bachelor’s Degree of Arts in Education. He loved sports and was an official...

Sherry Lynn Earnest

Sherry Lynn Earnest

Jul 12, 2022

Sherry “Mama” Earnest, age 60, went home with the Lord on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. She was a loving, beautiful daughter of Jesus. She was born January 13, 1962.

Mama was preceded in death by her aunt, Faye Alexander; sister, Sandy Frizzel; and other loved ones.

Survivors include her parents, Joe and Rosa Alexander; 2 kids, Justin Smith and Tabitha...

Teresa Dianne Hogan

Teresa Dianne Hogan

Jul 8, 2022

Teresa Dianne Hogan, age 68, crossed over to be with our heavenly Father on Friday, July 8th, 2022 at Sacred Ground after a two and a half year battle with cancer. Dianne was known for her free spirit, talkative personality, and her love for plants. She enjoyed traveling to the beach with her family and was an amazing grandmother.

She...

Clifton Anthony Dacus

Clifton Anthony Dacus

Jul 6, 2022

Clifton “Butch” Anthony Dacus, age 74, of Benton, TN passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at home with his family beside him. Born November 11, 1947 to Clifton “Kip” and Juanita Parker Dacus. He retired from Mars Inc. and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Brenda Brackett; angel...

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