Nov 23, 2024

Tracy Jamerson, 54, of Etowah, TN passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024.

Tracy was very outgoing and vibrant. He loved to make others smile and laugh. Tracy enjoyed helping others and was a hard-worker. It didn't matter what time of the day or what needed to be done, Tracy was there to help. In his free...

Nov 17, 2024

Jeffery "Jeff" Eddington, 60, of Riceville, TN, peacefully passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.

Jeff coached several sports throughout the years, including basketball, softball, track, and cross country at Mountain View and McMinn Central High School. Jeff loved mentoring his athletes. He taught Physical Education for 37 years at Mountain...

Nov 6, 2024

Linda Wear Gaston, 80, of Morning Pointe Assisted Living in Athens, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

She was born December 29, 1943 in Baltimore, Maryland. She lived in Nashville/Brentwood, TN for almost 50 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Ben "Ed" Gaston, Jr; her parents, Harley and...

Nov 4, 2024

Samuel Wallace Arms, Sr. 99, of Delano, TN passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024.

He was born September 9th, 1925 in Apison TN, the son of Rev. W.D. and Robbie Arms.

Like so many of the greatest generation, Wallace was a veteran of WWII, serving in the United States Navy from 1943-1946.

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Nov 2, 2024

Billie Ray "Bill" Brown of Loudon, TN, formerly of Hobe Sound, FL, passed away, Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Bill was born in Chattanooga, TN but spent most of his life in South Florida.

He served in the Navy for two years. Graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Florida State University made him a...

Oct 30, 2024

Frances Jay Brown "Fran" Dorward, 92, of Etowah, TN formerly of Mooresville, NC passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

Preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Dorward; son, Bruce E. Dorward; brother Ralph C. Brown; and granddaughter, Susannah F Wilson.

Fran graduated from Women's College in Greensboro, NC. She attained a Masters of Education...

Oct 23, 2024

Mamie "Inez" Triplett, 84, of Etowah, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

Inez attended New Zion Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting and crafting. She loved to travel. Inez was a wonderful, very loving mother and grandmother.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Hayes Stewart and Ruby Stewart; husband, Thomas "Sonny" Triplett;...

Oct 22, 2024

William "Bill" Hixson, 80, of Etowah, TN, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Brown and Opal Hixson; brother, Paul Hixson; sister, Jenna Dixon.

He is survived by his wife, Sandy Hixson; son, Matt Hixson; brother, Byrl Hixson; sister, Sarah "Pigeon" Kesterson.

A graveside service...

Oct 20, 2024

Elizabeth "Shorty" White, 94, of Athens, TN, born in Englewood TN, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024.

Elizabeth attended First Church of God, of Athens, TN. She retired from Damy Industries.

Elizabeth loved to spoil her nieces and nephews, making sure they had anything they wanted. In her spare time, she would play bingo and...

Oct 13, 2024

Ruby Bryan Richardson, 94, of Etowah, TN, passed into her Heavenly home on October 13, 2024.

She was pre-deceased by her husband of 64 years, Jerry Richardson.

Her love and life's work will be treasured by her immediate survivors, daughter, Ginger Richardson Wheeler and husband, Lester; granddaughter Lindsey Wheeler Powell (Heslie); great-granddaughter Mahala Ellen Powell;...

Oct 13, 2024

Lorene Jones Walker, 84, of Etowah, TN, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Lorene was a dedicated member of First Baptist Church of Etowah. She was very active in the church choir as well as helping with church decorating and cooking meals. In her spare time, she loved to quilt, grow a garden, or reading. Lorene enjoyed...

Oct 9, 2024

Rachel Moses, 79 of Englewood, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

Rachel was a loving wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma.

She started her teaching career at Mt. View in 1966 and retired at TC Bowers of Cleveland in 2000.

She was an avid animal lover, loved to bake and enjoyed reading...

Oct 6, 2024

Thomas Joseph Viscuso, 89 of Etowah, TN was called to Heaven on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 4:38 a.m. just short of his 90th birthday. He will join his mother, Anna; father, Anthony; and his first wife, Marleen.

Thomas was born on November 16, 1934, to Daniel and Anna Artura. Anna and Daniel divorced and Anna remarried...

Sep 28, 2024

Joyce Ward, 80, of Englewood, TN, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024.

Joyce was a member of Conasauga Baptist Church. She was a loving sister, mother, grandmother and friend. Joyce was a talented seamstress. She loved to cook and enjoyed every moment she had with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded...

Sep 27, 2024

Violet Trotter Duncan was called to her eternal reward on Friday, September 27, 2024 at her home with family at her bedside.

She was born August 20, 1932 in Crab Orchard, TN to Austin and Clara Waldo. She was a dedicated nurse, with most of her career spent at Woods Memorial Hospital. She also loved gospel music...

Sep 27, 2024

Michael "Mike" Hughes, 69, of Delano, TN passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024.

Mike loved TN football and spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Cecil "Shady" and Tilda Hughes; brother, Ronald Hughes.

Survivors include his sisters, Bea Yarber and Sue Stiles; several nieces and nephews....

Sep 22, 2024

Charles Marcus "Marc" Preskitt, 63, of Englewood, TN, passed away surrounded by his family at home on Sunday, September 22, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Betty Lou Preskitt; brother, Alan Preskitt.

He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Jane Preskitt; children and spouses, Racheal and Dustin...

Sep 19, 2024

Helen Leonard Crockett, 92, of Etowah, TN passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, September 19, 2024.

She retired from the Department of Agriculture after over 50 years of service. She was the CFO of Crockett & Son Construction Company for over 25 years. She was an active and longtime member of Goodsprings Baptist...

Sep 18, 2024

Betty Hamby, 91, of Etowah, TN, passed away at Starr Regional Medical Center Wednesday, September 18, 2024.

Betty was a member of Conasauga Baptist Church for 62 years and loved her church family and friends. Betty enjoyed sewing, cooking and loved to travel.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Carl Hamby; her...

Sep 16, 2024

Billie Rose Price Hammonds, 81, of Athens, TN, passed away Monday, September 16, 2024.

Billie Rose was a member of New Zion Baptist Church. She loved quilting, cooking elaborate Sunday dinners for her family and punch parties. Billie loved spending special time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her...