Obituaries

Local Obituaries for McMinn County, Tennessee

Betty Jo Cardin

Betty Jo Cardin

Nov 20, 2025

Betty Jo Cardin, 85, of Englewood, TN passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025

She was a lifelong member of Englewood Church of God. She enjoyed singing with her siblings. She was full of life, had a big sense of humor, and loved to laugh.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Ethel...

Doyle Barnett

Doyle Barnett

Nov 17, 2025

Doyle D. Barnett, 89, a lifelong resident of Englewood, TN went to be with his Lord on Monday, November 17, 2025.

He served four years in the Air Force; he was employed at Bowater Paper Mill, and retired after 44 years.  He was a member of First Baptist Church, Englewood and was an avid fisherman.

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David Robert Overley

David Robert Overley

Nov 16, 2025

David Robert Overley, 77 of Etowah, TN passed away on November 16, 2025 at his residence.

A memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at St. Paul's Methodist Church with Pastor Angela Akers officiating.

No visitation will be held.

Paul Derrick

Paul Derrick

Nov 11, 2025

Paul Derrick "Dough Belly" 72 of Englewood, TN passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at his residence.

Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Velma Derrick; sister, Brenda Derrick; and father-in-law, Archie Blair.

Paul retired from Johns Manville after 38 years of employment. He enjoyed hunting, family, friends, mowing and helping the community....

James "Sammy" Samuel Watters

James "Sammy" Samuel Watters

Nov 1, 2025

James Samuel "Sammy" Watters III, 66 of Etowah passed away, Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Sammy was an avid fisherman who loved the outdoors. He loved his family and his fur baby, Bonnie.

Preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Patsy Watters; brother, Barry Watters.

Survivors include his sister, Lisa Hooper; nephew, Will...

Tony Land, Sr.

Tony Land, Sr.

Oct 27, 2025

Tony Joe Land Sr., 70, affectionately known as Tony to all who knew him, left a legacy of love, generosity, and laughter when he passed away on October 27, 2025, in Etowah, TN.

Born on January 17, 1955, in Athens, TN, Tony's journey through life was marked by an unwavering commitment to his family, a passion for...

Dr. Julie Goodin

Dr. Julie Goodin

Oct 23, 2025

Dr. Julie Goodin, 43, of Englewood, TN passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 23, 2025.

A beloved wife, mother, daughter and community leader, Dr. Goodin's life was a shining example to all who had the honor of knowing her. Her loss has left a void in the hearts of many, but her legacy will endure. Dr. Goodin served...

Maria Esmeralda Cortez

Maria Esmeralda Cortez

Oct 21, 2025

Maria Esmeralda Cortez, seven-month-old infant daughter of Angel Cortez Frausto and Herminia Martinez Castaneda of Etowah, TN gained her angel wings on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

She is survived by her loving parents, Angel and Herminia, brothers, Eli Gower, Kevin Cortez, Angel Cortez and Sebastian Cortez; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Although Maria was small,...

Carolyn Pratt

Carolyn Pratt

Oct 18, 2025

Carolyn Josephine (Gordon) Pratt – age 85 of Sweetwater, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

Carolyn was born and raised in Etowah, TN.  After graduating high school, she moved to Knoxville to work at the Standard Knitting Mill, married her husband Glyn, and started a family.  After...

George Watkins

George Watkins

Oct 4, 2025

George Watkins, age 83, of Etowah TN went to be with his Lord and Savior, peacefully as he was surrounded by family in his home on Saturday, October 4, 2025. He was a kind hearted man, a loving father, a devoted husband of 59 years to his wife, Donette.

George was preceded in death by his parents...

Billy Joe Millsaps

Billy Joe Millsaps

Oct 3, 2025

Billy Joe Millsaps, born March 16, 1938, of Delano, Tennessee, formerly of the Rural Vale community in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 3rd, 2025.

Joe was of the Christian faith, and was saved as a young man.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Garfield "Skiver"...

Daniel "Duke" Russell

Daniel "Duke" Russell

Oct 3, 2025

Daniel "Duke" Russell, 78, a native of Englewood, TN passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family and friends.

He was a member of East View Baptist Church. Duke started buying and selling vehicles at the young age of sixteen and owned and operated his own car dealership for...

Sherry Bryan

Sherry Bryan

Sep 27, 2025

Sherry Inell Bryan, 62, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home, Saturday, September 27, 2025. Born and raised in Etowah, Tennessee, Sherry lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family.

Sherry had a heart woven in love and a soul full of light. She adored her grandchildren above all else and...

Sarah Kincaid

Sarah Kincaid

Sep 26, 2025

Sarah Qualls Kincaid, 68, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025.

Sarah loved vacationing at the beach and cooking for her family and friends. She was always willing to help anyone in any way she could. Some of her favorite times were sitting on the porch visiting with her family.

She is preceded in death by...

Charles Wilson

Charles Wilson

Sep 26, 2025

Charles Wilson, 86, of Etowah passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025.

Charles was a member of the First Church of God in Englewood. He graduated from Samford University Pharmacy School in 1959. After graduating Charles established Wilson Drugs in Englewood, TN, where he proudly served the surrounding communities for 60 years. When he wasn't in the...

Linda Blair

Linda Blair

Sep 25, 2025

Linda Mae Blair, 79, of Etowah, passed away on September 25, 2025. Daughter of the late Marie and Lawrence S. Blair, Linda was an English teacher and later librarian at McMinn Central High School, where she taught until her retirement. Linda was the valedictorian of the Class of 1964 of Etowah High School and received her bachelor's degree in...

Ima Jean Hughes

Ima Jean Hughes

Sep 24, 2025

Ima Jean Hughes, 89, of Etowah passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

Jean was a long-time member of ST. Paul's United Methodist Church; she was also a member of the Eastern Stars. Jean retired from the McMinn County Health Department where she was the office manager. Before working at the health department, she was a substitute...

Wanda Cooley

Wanda Cooley

Sep 20, 2025

Wanda Brock Cooley, 91 of Etowah, TN passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Wanda was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Emmitt "E.W." Cooley; parents, Hubert Brock and Florence Duckett; siblings, Clarence McCallister, Imogene Brunk.

She is survived by her son, Mike (LaVonda) Cooley; daughter,...

George "G.T." Crabtree

George "G.T." Crabtree

Sep 19, 2025

George "G.T." Crabtree, 79, of Riceville, TN passed away, Friday, September 19, 2025.

George was a member of Clear Springs Bible Church where he had served as a deacon. George loved spending time reading his bible and enjoyed farming. He proudly served his country in the United States Arm. George retired after over 40 years of employment...

Hilda Lawhorne

Hilda Lawhorne

Sep 19, 2025

Hilda Rhea Martin Lawhorne, 81, of Etowah, passed away, Friday, September 19, 2025.

In her spare time, Hilda enjoyed working crossword puzzles and watching her favorite television shows. She absolutely loved and adored her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by husband Garnett Lawhorne; father, Luther Martin; mother, Tennie Armstrong Martin; brother, James William Martin;...

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