Aug 22, 2021

Gladys Pike Blackwell, 91, of Athens, TN, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2021.

She was born to John and Lissy Pike on March 24, 1930 in Reliance, TN.

She loved fishing, hunting and camping or just being...

Aug 21, 2021

Allen Ray Coleman, 57, of Etowah, TN, left this world on Saturday, August 21, 2021.

Preceded in death by his grandparents, Melburn and Mattie Casteel; several other aunts and uncles.

Survivors include his parents, Jackie and Linda Coleman; fiancé', Odetta Coleman; daughters, Johnnie Coleman and Amanda Newman; grandchildren, Colton Newman, Callie Neil and Cheyanne, Paisley...

Aug 20, 2021

Nadine Smith Wilson, 84, of Etowah, TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, August, 20 th , 2021.

Nadine was a strong, Christian lady of faith who loved her family "big." Her unmatched love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren will be missed dearly. She was known for having an infectious smile and even...

Aug 14, 2021

Wanda Jean Maynor, 95, known by many as "Granny," went home to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, August 14 th , 2021.

She was the daughter of the late Charles and Ethel Corvin.

Preceded in death by her husband, Ben O. Maynor; son, Joe B. Maynor; daughter, Jerri Baxter; one brother and three...

Aug 13, 2021

Samuel David Yoder, 60, of Etowah, TN passed away Friday, August 13, 2021.

He was preceded in death by parents, Fred, Sr. and Inez Yoder; sister, Anita Yoder, nephew, Adam Yoder and aunt, Anna Mae Jones.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda Yoder; daughter, Christy Yoder; grandchildren, Macie...

Aug 12, 2021

Victoria Jessie, age 68, of Newport, TN, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 12, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Keith and Betty Jo Jessie; and granddaughter, Ava Hall.

Victoria had an infectious smile and was always ready to lift the spirits of those around her. She loved...

Aug 4, 2021

It is with the heaviest of hands that we put pen to paper to celebrate the life of William Frank Malone, Jr., 52, of Athens, TN. He was taken unexpectedly too soon and without warning on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. William's absence will be felt for the rest of our lives.

William Frank Malone, Jr. was born...

Jul 30, 2021

Barry Stephen Shamblin, 70, of Etowah, TN, formally of Logan, West Virginia, passed away Friday, July 30, 2021.

Preceded in death by his parents, Benton and Patricia Shamblin.

Survivors include his wife Jaci Cornell; one sister, Sherry Steele and husband, Mike.

A graveside service will be held in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Pecks Mill,...

Jul 29, 2021

Brenda M. Watts, 81, of Etowah, TN passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021.

Brenda was a member of Goodsprings Baptist Church and she worked and volunteered with many organizations in Etowah.

Preceded in death by her husband, David Watts; parents, Bert and Eleanor Mincey; sister, Kay Mincey Melton; step-son, Pat Watts.

Survivors include...

Jul 28, 2021

Janet Horta, 72, of Spring City, TN passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 28, 2021.

She loved hot coffee, long country rides, fried chicken and above all else her grandkids.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Theresa Buikema.

Survived by her children, Tina Haney, Roberta (Tom) Brock,...

Jul 15, 2021

Kathy Lynn Crockett Upchurch, 58, of Englewood, TN, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021.

Survivors include her husband, John Upchurch;  parents, Helen Crockett and the late Derward Crockett; brother, Patrick David Crockett; sister, Lisa Condee-Workman and husband, Dana; nieces, Shelby Morrow and husband, Coty, Christina Brown and husband, JB, Danielle Moore and husband, Chris; great-nieces and nephews,...

Jul 6, 2021

Barbara A. Gross, 58, of Etowah, TN passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021.

A native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, she was the daughter of the late Howell and Margaret Gross.

She was a member of Carlock United Methodist Church.

Preceded in death by parents, listed above; step-father, Robert Red Smith; brothers,...

Jul 5, 2021

Walter Allen Goodwin, 64, of Riceville, TN, passed away Monday July 5, 2021.

Preceded in death by his father, Wayne Goodwin; sister, Denise Goodwin.

Survivors include two sons, Nathan and Josh Goodwin; mother, Doris Goodwin; grandson, Toby Goodwin; sister, Teri Bryan; and girlfriend, Karen Gadbury.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00...

Jul 1, 2021

Gabino Sanchez, age 52, passed away July 1,2021 at Starr Regional Medical Center.

A memorial service will be hold at a later date.

Jun 30, 2021

Sharon Crockett Coltharp, age 84, of Etowah, TN passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021, after a lingering illness.

A native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, she was the daughter of the late David Edgar Crockett, Sr. and Ada Kelley Crockett.

She was a long-time member of North Etowah Baptist Church and was a retired...

Jun 30, 2021

Alma Lee Wilson, 94, of Etowah, TN went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2021 at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens.

She was a native of Erwin, TN.

She loved the Lord and often talked about the eyelet white dress her mom made her to be baptized in the creek. She worked...

Jun 28, 2021

Charles Edward Rayburn, 92, of Etowah, TN, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021.

He retired from Hiwassee Land Co. in 1991 after working over 30 years. He was a member of the Etowah Masonic Lodge #653 for 68 years and a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church.

Preceded in death by his wife, Nadine...

Jun 28, 2021

Homer Lee Yarber, 69, of Cleveland, TN, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021.

Homer enjoyed horseback riding and loved his family more than anything, especially his grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his  parents, James Robert Yarber and Hazel Alice Yarber; son, Jaime Yarber; brothers, Vergil, Luther, Clyde, and Gary Yarber.

Survivors include his...

Jun 28, 2021

Jerry Anita Hicks Crabtree, 81, of Riceville, TN, a native of Polk County, passed away Monday, June 28, 2021.

She was of the Baptist Faith and was a school bus driver for McMinn County Schools.

Preceded in death by her husband, Samuel L. Crabtree; two children, Mike and Johnny...

Jun 25, 2021

James Christopher "Chris" Armstrong, 48, of East Ridge, TN, passed away Friday, June 25, 2021.

Chris cherished his relationship with his family and loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He loved to ride four wheelers, ride motorcycles, and above all, read The Bible. Chris will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

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