Sep 28, 2022

Chris Runion, 74, of Athens, TN passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022.

He was a Veteran of the United States Marines. He served in Vietnam, Company B First Battalion, (walking dead). He was of the Church of God faith. He was a loving...

Sep 24, 2022

Marie "Tootsie" Elizabeth Grindell Miller, 77, of Etowah, TN, went to be with the Good Lord on Saturday, September 24, 2022. Born on April 9, 1945, she was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County. She was a  wonderful devoted wife and mother to both of her children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion Ashby...

Sep 22, 2022

Thomas Lee Roy "T.R." Moates, 88, of Etowah, TN, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2022.

T.R. was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church, and had been involved in Children's' bus ministry for many years; also, in the van ministry at Goodsprings Baptist Church. He also drove the bus for Fairview Christian Academy for school activities.

Sep 21, 2022

Oleda Jean DeBord Begley, 88, of Etowah, TN passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. She passed away at her daughter's home surrounded by her loving family and holding firm to her faith that she would soon be in the arms of her sweet Jesus.

She was a native of Hawkins County, TN but has lived in...

Sep 13, 2022

Virginia Kathryn Harrison, 87, of Etowah, TN passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022.

Virginia was a long-time member of North Etowah Baptist Church. She was retired from First National Bank of Etowah. She loved her family dearly and she enjoyed cooking for them. Her hobbies included cross stitching, doing word searches, and most importantly reading her Bible....

Sep 7, 2022

Larry Douglas Tullock, 86, of Etowah, TN, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

Doug was a lifelong resident of Etowah; he was a graduate of Etowah High School and retired from Bowater and Bargain Barn, Inc. He was a member of Wesley Memorial Methodist Church and a member of Rotary Club and the Lions Club.

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Sep 7, 2022

Sandra "Joan" Poteet, 70, of Delano, TN passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William F. Poteet and Eva Grace Kirkland Poteet.

Survivors include her sister, Patsy Poteet; brother, Mick Poteet; nephews, Will and Waylon Poteet; nieces Darkis Poteet Burton, Tessa Smith Poteet; other family members, Keeira, Shyla,...

Sep 2, 2022

Jackie Lou Buckner, 73, of Etowah, TN passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 8, 2022 in Sunrise Cemetery with Rev. Gerald Miller officiating.

No formal visitation will be held.

Aug 26, 2022

Ola Mae Clark, wife of Narvin Clark, daughter of John and Lilly Martin, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, August 26, 2022.

Preceded in death by her parents, John Martin and Lilly Peels; and her loving husband, Narvin Sanford Clark; brothers, Fred Martin, Fate Martin, and Ray Martin; half-sister, Jewel Clark; sisters,...

Aug 22, 2022

Harvey Kenneth Hensley, 84, of Etowah, TN passed away peacefully at his home Monday, August 22, 2022.

He was born March 5, 1938 in Chatsworth, Georgia to Edith Inez Quarles and Estill Moss Hensley. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army (Korea 1957-59)

Harvey was well known for his great sense of humor....

Aug 20, 2022

Ishame "Lee" McAmis, 89, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 20, 2022.

Preceded in death by his parents, Ishame "Doc" and Mae McAmis; and beloved step-mother, Stella McAmis Ledford; brothers, Emory McAmis and Orval McAmis.

Survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Evelyn McAmis; children and their spouses,...

Aug 14, 2022

Bob A. Cooley, 91, SGT 1ST Class, of Etowah TN passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022 at his residence.

Bob served two tours in the Korean War, and three tours in Vietnam. He was a Bronze Star recipient. He retired from the Army in 1975 after serving 26 years.

He was proceeded in death by...

Aug 6, 2022

Wm "Bill" Bigham, 83, of Etowah, TN passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Nettie Bigham; sister, LaVon Dunker.

Survivors include his wife, Elena Bigham; daughters and sons-in-law, Myra and Blake Morrow, Celia and Russell Umscheid, Amanda Bigham; grandchildren, Megan, Reid, Mitch, and Shelby; great-grandchildren, Hayden...

Aug 5, 2022

John Tucker, 84, of Ball Ground, GA, passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022. He was a native of Etowah, TN.

John would want this to be a "No Tear Zone." He would rather everyone throw a party to celebrate the life he lived not the day he passed even though it's hard to do. John's right...

Aug 3, 2022

Jennifer Goddard Casteel, 50, of Etowah, TN gained her heavenly wings on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 along with her husband, Chris Casteel.

She was the best mom and friend you could ever know. She always worked hard to make sure her family was taken care of.  She lit up every room she ever walked in, and was...

Aug 3, 2022

Christopher Dale Casteel, 52, of Benton, TN formally of Etowah, passed away on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 along with his wife, Jennifer Casteel.

Chris was a member of Eastview Baptist Church. He loved his family more than anything. He was the best dad and papaw anyone could ask for. He was also a wonderful husband, son, brother...

Aug 2, 2022

Pam Merrell, 63, of Reliance, TN passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Nina Mae Fetzer Rowland; paternal grandmother, Mary Ethel Duckett Cooley; maternal grandfather, Henry Spence Rowland; paternal grandfather, B.W. "Burley" Cooley; cousins, Tony Moses and Tara Rowland Guider.

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Jul 30, 2022

Edna Louise Holt, 87, of Etowah, TN, went home to her Lord and Savior and the waiting arms of her soul mate on Saturday, July 30, 2022. She left this world surrounded by those she loved most.

Edna, who went by Louise, loved to sew, cook, and travel. Most of all, she loved her family.

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Jul 27, 2022

Florine Stuart Hammons, 89, of Etowah, TN went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 surrounded by her family.

Florine was born on August 25, 1932 to the late Oren and Ellie Bates Stuart in Reliance, TN in the beautiful Cherokee National Forest. She retired from Woods Memorial Hospital after 20+ years of service. She...

Jul 26, 2022

Peggy Hitchcock, 87, of Etowah, TN, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2022.

Preceded in death by her husband, Burl Hamelton Hitchcock; parents, Thurston Elkaney Campbell and Susan Elizabeth Ann Miller; sister, Laura Jean Grimes; brother, Bobby Ray Campbell.

Peggy had multiple jobs as waitressing and working in a factory; hobbies that included crocheting, fishing, desert...