Jan 29, 2024

Eldie Lynn Dickey, Jr., 92, of Etowah, TN passed away Monday, January 29, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Eldie Lynn Sr. and Margaret Wittenberg Dickey; wife, Norma Hayes Dickey.

Eldie was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Etowah. He loved hiking and traveling. Eldie started his educational career at...

Jan 23, 2024

James Knox "Jimmy" Williams, 68, of Etowah, TN passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

James was an industrial and creative welder. He always kept busy and was willing to help anyone.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Knox and Nell Williams.

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Tara Nichols and Tom...

Jan 20, 2024

Jerry "Daredevil" Millsaps, 78, of Riceville, TN passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024.

Jerry was of the Methodist faith. He served over 32 years in Law Enforcement, retiring as a Tennessee Highway Patrol Lieutenant within the Chattanooga district. He served a brief time in the Army until he was medically discharged. Jerry was a master Mason...

Jan 13, 2024

Brenda Ellen Barnett Gaston, 82, of Etowah, TN passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024 surrounded by her family.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Dillard and Grace Whitaker Barnett; sister, Joan Trew; brother-in-law, James Bryan "Joe" Gaston; sister-in-law, Patricia "Pat" Gaston Workman; husband Charles Gaston; son, Craig Wendell Gaston.

Brenda was a...

Jan 10, 2024

Jamie Byrum Derrick, 45, of Etowah passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Jamie was a former employee of The H. T. Hackney Company and a member of First Baptist Church of Etowah.

Jamie is preceded in death by her father, Steven C. Byrum.

Jamie is survived by her...

Jan 10, 2024

Jerry Collins, 71, of Athens, TN passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024.

Jerry was a member of Victory Baptist Church. His love for Jesus was evident. He shared that love with all the youth in the area by teaching them and by his actions. He loved his family dearly, especially his grandkids. He enjoyed spending time by...

Jan 5, 2024

Janice Ison Webb,79, of Etowah, TN passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024.

Janice dedicated much of her life to excellence in education. She was valedictorian of both her high school and college graduating classes. Additionally, she completed her Masters in Mathematics at the University of Tennessee. She taught algebra and physics at McMinn Central High School...

Dec 17, 2023

Thela Mae Burns

January 21, 1934 - December 17, 2023

With profound sadness and a deep sense of loss, we announce the peaceful passing of Thela Mae Burns on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the respected age of 89. Her departure from this earthly realm leaves an irreplaceable void, yet her memory continues to radiate...

Dec 16, 2023

Steve Edward Anderson, age 82, was granted his angel wings on December 16th, 2023. His final hours were spent surrounded by close family. Steve was born in Etowah, Tennessee on February 8th, 1941.

He worked for Olin Chemical and retired after 50 years of service. Everyone who knew Steve knew how much he loved cars and car...

Dec 12, 2023

Lollie M. Haney,72, of Athens, TN passed away at her home, Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

Lollie spent several years as an LPN at Woods Memorial Hospital in Etowah. Her life was dedicated to her loving family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Phil Haney; parents, Ernest and Betty Jones; daughters, Stacey Russell Strickland,...

Dec 9, 2023

In Loving Memory of Carol "Memaw" Jean Ferguson

Carol Jean Ferguson, born on June 8,1939, of Etowah, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 9, 2023.

Carol, aka "Memaw", was known for her big loving heart, compassionate soul, feisty spirit, and most of all, for being the matriarch of...

Dec 5, 2023

Melva Loveday Buckner, 86, of the Goodsprings Community since 1948 and a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

She was a member of Goodsprings Baptist Church for over 70 years and had served in various capacities, which included being church clerk for 40 years. She attended Goodsprings School and...

Dec 5, 2023

Jo Ann McNelley, 80, of Etowah, TN passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at Starr Regional Medical Center of Etowah.

She was a daughter of the late Mayo and Reva Augustus Hicks Wilson.

She was a member of Goodsprings Baptist Church. Jo Ann was a loving wife and dedicated to her church.

Preceded...

Nov 23, 2023

C. Jerome Bryan, 76, of Etowah, TN passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023.

Preceded in death by his parents, R.B. and Nina Bryan; wife, Irene Bryan.

He is survived by his wife Nona Bryan; children, Kristi and Gordie McGlynn,  Melissa and Rich Manley, Angela and Jeremy Davis, Danny and Laura Townsend, Sondra and Tony Denton,...

Nov 19, 2023

Sonya Daugherty Williams, 69, of Englewood, TN passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Erlanger Hospital.

Preceded in death by her mother, Mary Ellen Daugherty; and sister, Donna Foley.

She was a 1972 graduate of McMinn Central High School.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband of 49 years, W. Steve Williams;...

Nov 13, 2023

Donald "Don" Fields, 77, of Reliance, TN passed away Monday, November 13, 2023.

Donald was a proud member of Greasy Creek Baptist Church. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Iva Fields; brothers, Robert Thornburg "R.T.", Boyd Ray, Ralph, Bill, Gary, Ed, Doyle "Dobby"...

Nov 6, 2023

Anna Brown, 100, of Englewood, TN passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and minister on Monday, November 6, 2023.

Anna attended Englewood United Methodist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Berta Christ; husband, Bruce Brown.

Survivors include her son, Marty Brown; grandson and spouse, LTC Jeremy and...

Nov 1, 2023

Connie Lousie Akins Daigle, 71, of Etowah, TN, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023.

In her spare time, Connie enjoyed coloring and rides to view beautiful mountain sceneries.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Corbin and Henrietta Akins; sister, Nita Akins; brother, Terry Akins; husband, Danny Daigle.

Connie is survived by...

Oct 28, 2023

Barbara Jean Cooper Fair, 88 of Etowah, TN passed away at her home on Saturday, October 28, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born on January 22, 1935, in Quincy, Florida to the late James Clarence Cooper and Gladys Pauline Watson Cooper. She lived many of her 88 years in Pensacola and attended Pensacola High...

Oct 26, 2023

Cecileia Ruth Farmer Shultz, 76 of Athens, TN passed from this world into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 26, 2023, surrounded by family.

She was born on August 7, 1947 to the Rev. Cecil and Hannah Ruth Farmer.  She was raised in the Big Springs Community of Meigs County where she graduated...