Jul 15, 2025

Lester Woody, 88, of Etowah, TN passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

Lester was an active church member of Delano Baptist Church. He enjoyed reading.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Martha Ann Woody; sister, Hazel Woody.

He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Tony and Charlene Woody, Terry and...

Jul 14, 2025

Greg Choat, 59, of Englewood, TN passed away Monday, July 14, 2025.

He was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. He obtained his master's degree of engineering from the University of Tennessee. Greg worked as an Engineer at the Dept. of TN designing bridges until retirement. Upon retirement, he took special care of his mother. In...

Jul 7, 2025

Monreda Lee Webb of Etowah, TN passed away peacefully at her home Monday, July 7, 2025.

She was born August 25th 1934 to the late Amos H. Lee and Edith Kinser Lee of Madisonville. She was a graduate of Madisonville High School where she played basketball. She later attended Carson Newman and Tennessee Wesleyan. She was married...

Jul 6, 2025

Judith "Judy" Crothers, 83, of Athens, TN passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Judy was a member of Keith Memorial United Methodist Church. She served as a kindergarten teacher for over 30 years at Benton Elementary School. During her early life, she enjoyed spelunking, the exploration of caves. She also spent a lot of her time wood...

Jul 4, 2025

Jeffrey Charles Allen, 54, of Etowah, TN passed away Friday, July 4, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was a lifelong resident of Etowah, TN, a McMinn Central High School Graduate, and was formerly employed with Peyton Manufacturer in Cleveland, TN. He was an avid NASCAR Fan (Chase Elliott and Bill Elliott). Jeff loved to help...

Jul 4, 2025

Brenda Faye Rayburn, 73, of Englewood, TN passed away Friday, July 4, 2025.

Brenda was a member of Stephensville Baptist Church. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. In her free time, she enjoyed birdwatching and gardening. Brenda loved to cook and always had food ready for her grandkids.

She is preceded in death by...

Jul 2, 2025

Winston "David" Mantooth, 81 of Calhoun, TN passed away, Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

David was a graduate of Etowah High School, where he enjoyed playing football. David was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the United States Army. He was also a member of Cleveland Amateur Radio Club. David retired after 32 years from Olin Corporation.

Jul 1, 2025

Robert Wayne Smith, 66, of Englewood, TN passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

Robert attended Zion Hill Baptist Church. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed doing lawn maintenance. Robert never met a stranger.

He is preceded in death by his father and step-mother, Floyd T. and Esther Smith; mother and stepfather, Reva Sue and...

Jun 20, 2025

Debra Ann Houston, 72, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025.

Born on March 16, 1953, in Bay City, Michigan, Debbie was the beloved daughter of the late Richard "Jack" and Joyce Oswald. She grew up in Essexville, Michigan, and graduated from Garber High School. She brought dedication and heart to every role she ...

Jun 19, 2025

Ray A. Stone, 89, of Delano, TN passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Ray was a graduate of Etowah High School and absolutely loved and was proud to be a part of the Etowah Community. After over 35yrs, Ray retired from Bowater. Although he hadn't been able to attend in several years, he was a longtime member...

Jun 13, 2025

Pamela Ware of Riceville, TN was born on March 10, 1950 in Milwaukee, WI, and born into eternal life on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Preceded in death by her parents, Aloysius and Bertha Mayer, and her husband Stephen Lynn Ware.

She is survived by her sons, James (Michelle) Kozlowski of Sussex, WI, and Christian (Rachael...

Jun 11, 2025

Ric Oestreich, 68, of Etowah, TN formerly of Peshtigo, WI passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Ric was an avid bird hunter and looked forward to the annual trip he took. When he wasn't watching NASCAR, you could find him outdoors, riding through the mountains. Ric loved ice cream and was also a Green Bay Packers fan....

Jun 9, 2025

Don Melton, 82, of Etowah, TN passed away Monday, June 9, 2025.

He was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Etowah. He was a hard worker and enjoyed working in his yard. He was a loving husband and father and dearly loved his grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Long Melton; son,...

Jun 9, 2025

Joseph Settle Peck, 76, of Delano, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on June 9, 2025.

Born in Middletown, Ohio, Joe led a life rooted in service, love, and deep devotion to family. He served 30 years in the United States Navy, enlisting as an E1 and retiring as a Lieutenant Commander. His military career exemplified...

Jun 9, 2025

Raymond "Steve" Knox, 77, of Etowah, TN passed away Monday, June 9, 2025.

He retired from the McMinn County Highway Department after 30 years. He enjoyed racing and farming.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Juanita Knox.

Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Knox; son, Rusty and Tammy Knox; daughters...

Jun 8, 2025

George Duncan, 65, of Etowah, TN passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Penny Duncan; parents, Georgia and Luther Duncan; brother and sister-in-law, Ralph and Laverne Duncan; brothers-in-law, Marvin Boles; Charlie Johnson.

Survivors include, son and daughter-in-law, Shane and Elizabeth Duncan; daughter and son-in-law, Courtney and Kendrick Craft;...

May 22, 2025

David Harold Bagwell, 83 of Englewood, TN passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025 at his residence.

He is a son of the late Samuel and Mozell Bagwell.

David served in the US Air Force and was a member of North Etowah Baptist Church.

Preceded in death by his parents, listed above; older brother,...

May 22, 2025

Connie Woodbury, 78, of Riceville, TN, passed away Thursday May 22, 2025. Connie had been a long-time resident of Florida, before making the move to Riceville in 1998.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ludger and Rita Roy.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years Grover Woodbury; daughter and son-in-law, Misti...

May 22, 2025

James C. Williams, 88, a long-time resident of Etowah, TN, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025.

Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Grace Derrick Williams. He and Grace are survived by their children, Danielle Williams Haas (husband, Joe) of Knoxville, TN, James (Jim) C Williams Jr (wife, Sherri) of Etowah; grandchildren,...

May 20, 2025

Phyllis Jane Daugherty-Firestone of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025 at the age of 80. She was a strong believer in Jesus Christ and her family is comforted knowing that she is in His presence.

She had three children, but she was a Mother to many....