Dec 18, 2025

Zelphina "Rusti" Farner DiPierro, 89, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025 at the Fairhope Hospice Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio. Rusti was born on March 30, 1936, in Athens, Tennessee, to the late Issac and Della Mae (Jack) Farner.

The seventh of ten children, Rusti was the first of her siblings to graduate...

Dec 14, 2025

Clara Cochran, 96, of Englewood, TN passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Life Care Center of Athens.

Clara loved growing flowers and enjoyed driving around with her husband, oftentimes finding themselves in Murphy, NC.

Preceded in death by her husband, Frank Cochran; parents, Sam and Nina Snider; brother and sister-in-law, Clifford and Sue Snider;...

Dec 13, 2025

Robert L. Jones, 77, of Etowah went to be with his Lord in heaven on Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Robert was a hardworking man who enjoyed farming. He loved to do anything that kept him outdoors. He mostly enjoyed cutting firewood, mowing yards, and working in the hay fields to help feed his cattle.

He...

Dec 8, 2025

Grace Martin Trew, 97, slipped peacefully into the arms of her Lord on Monday, December 8, 2025.

Born in Englewood, Tennessee, Grace spent her entire life in the community she loved, surrounded by family, friends, and the familiar hills she called home.

Grace devoted 40 wonderful years to teaching, pouring her heart into every child...

Dec 8, 2025

Albert Mitchum, 65, of Delano, TN passed away on the morning of Monday, December 8, 2025.

Survivors include his loving wife, Leslie Mitchum; parents, William C. and Anita C. Mitchum; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill and Bonnie Mitchum, Lewis and Kim Mitchum; John and Sandy Mitchum; sister, Leah Mitchum; several nieces and nephews; father- and mother-in-law, Rex and...

Dec 7, 2025

Wanda J. Allison, of Athens, Tennessee, formerly of Stockbridge, GA, passed peacefully at her home on December 7, 2025.

Born in Maryville, Tennessee, she was a devoted woman of the Baptist faith who dearly loved her Savior, Jesus Christ. Her gentle spirit, unwavering kindness, and joyful personality touched everyone she met. She was employed at Keebler Baking...

Dec 3, 2025

Carolyn Ann Vandiver Gray passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the age of 87. She was born on March 6, 1938, to John Milton Vandiver and Merk Eula Crow Vandiver. Carolyn graduated from Avondale High School in Decatur, GA in 1956 and Tift College in Forsyth, GA in 1960.

In her first marriage, she welcomed...

Nov 30, 2025

Helen H. James, 92, passed away November 30, 2025 as the music of her favorite and requested song, the Hallelujah Chorus, filled the room.

Born July 25, 1933 in Benton TN, Helen's life touched every life with whom she came in contact. Helen was the owner of James Tax Service in Etowah, TN that was established in...

Nov 30, 2025

Elmer Lee "E.L." Martin, 82, of Englewood, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, in the same community where he was born on June 5, 1943. Born at home in Englewood, he was the oldest of nine children to the late D.C. and Frances Martin.

E.L. was a proud and dedicated 50-year member of the Carpenters...

Nov 29, 2025

Hoyt Austin Watson, 86, of Etowah, TN passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025.

Hoyt was a member of Goodsprings Baptist Church. He found joy in farming and being outdoors. He loved his family dearly.

He was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Barbara Jeanette Watson; parents, William Austin Watson and Margaret Watson;...

Nov 28, 2025

Randy Bowman, 61, of Athens, TN passed away Friday, November 28, 2025.

Randy loved his family. He was a hardworking and devoted father, grandfather, and friend. Randy never met a stranger and was willing to help anyone, never asking anything in return.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Dois Faye Bowman....

Nov 23, 2025

Charles Richard "Ricky" Floyd, 82, of Etowah, TN passed away, Sunday, November 23, 2025.

Preceded in death by his mother, Charlestine Watson; step-father, Lester Watson; father, Horris Richard Floyd; step-mother, Betty Floyd; brother, Larry Floyd.

Survivors include his wife, Laura Floyd; son and daughter-in-law, Nathan and Brandy Floyd; daughter, Sarah Floyd; grandchildren, Bella Floyd, Wyatt...

Nov 22, 2025

Gene Gouge of Cleveland, TN went to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the age of 80 years old.

He was born and raised in a small area outside of Etowah known as Coghill and lived in Etowah most of his life. Gene was the owner of Gene's TV and appliance repair for...

Nov 20, 2025

James Cherry, 54, of Etowah, TN passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025.

His daughter, Hannah, says,

"There are a few things I want you to know about my daddy. He was known as husband, dad, grandad to Raley James (his first grand baby) and G-Paw to the Memphis grand-pets. My mom would say he was...

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...

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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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.

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....

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...

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...