Obituaries
Local Obituaries for McMinn County, Tennessee
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
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
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. Â After graduating high school, she moved to Knoxville to work at the Standard Knitting Mill, married her husband Glyn, and started a family. Â After...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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;...
Geraldine Blair
Sep 12, 2025
Geraldine Blair passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025 surrounded by her family at the age of 96.
Geraldine prided herself on being a hard worker who always did all she could for herself, her family, and her friends. Her life was simple, long, and filled with many wonderful memories that her family and friends will cherish...
Sandra "Sandy" Pyle
Sep 6, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" Pyle, 73, of Englewood, TN passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025.
She was of the Baptist faith and loved her family dearly.
She is preceded in death by her husband, William C. Pyle; parents, John and Anna Ruth Garren.
She is survived by her brother, Mike Garren; sister and brother-in-law, Kim...
Nelsie Sisson
Sep 5, 2025
Nelsie Waldrop Sisson, a resident of Etowah, passed away in a Knoxville hospital on Friday, September 5, 2025, only a few weeks short of her 90th birthday.
She was born in Polk County on October 25, 1935, the second of three daughters of Biggs and Lura Qualls Waldrop.
She was a 1953 graduate of Polk...
Melba Joann Crabtree
Aug 31, 2025
Joann Crabtree 77, of Riceville, TN passed away, Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Joann was a member of Clear Springs Bible Church. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, who thought the world of her grandbabies. Joann was a sweet caring soul that always went above and beyond to help everyone. She is now a beautiful flower...
Dave Einerson
Aug 29, 2025
Dave Einerson, 83, of Etowah, TN passed away Friday, August 29, 2025.
Dave graduated from Dodgeville High School in 1959 & enlisted in the US Army. After basic training he was stationed at McDill AFB in Tampa, Florida where he met his soulmate, Elayne. They were married August 14, 1965 - 60 years ago.
Dave...
Narvelene Smith
Aug 28, 2025
Narvelene Smith, 79, of Etowah, TN passed away Thursday, August 28, 2025.
She was a member of Corinth Baptist Church in Reliance. She enjoyed working puzzles, coloring, fishing, and gardening in her free time. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and was a great cook.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Delbert...


