Kayla Renee Johnson

Mar 29, 2026

Kayla Renee Johnson went to be with our Lord on March 29, 2026. She fought courageously against a debilitating illness that began in late 2015. A natural leader with an indomitable spirit, Kayla faced every challenge with strength, grace, and determination.

Growing up, she was a powerhouse on both the softball field and the basketball court. Her coaches lovingly nicknamed...

Kenneth Roger Prince

Mar 28, 2026

KENNETH 'ROGER' PRINCE, 76, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Roger attended Madisonville High School and graduated from Tennessee Wesleyan College with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1972. His career as a General Health Environmentalist for the State of Tennessee lasted for 30+ years, retiring in 2008. He very...

Nancy Mae Freels

Mar 28, 2026

Nancy Mae Freels, 65, of Clinton, TN was born on June 12, 1960, in Knoxville. She passed away on March 28, 2026. She went peacefully at home surrounded by her family just like she wanted! She fought a long hard battle with cancer. She was always such a fighter!

Nancy is survived by her husband, David Freels; children, Harley (James) Beal,...

Raymond Walter Lockard Jr.

Mar 28, 2026

Raymond Walter Lockard Jr., of Athens, TN, passed away on March, 28, 2026 at his residence. He was born in Pennsylvania to the late Raymond Walter Lockard Sr. and Helen Elizabeth Williams Lockhard.

Ray was survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Darlene A. Lockard; his loving children, Lisa M. McMaster (Gary), Raymond W. Lockard III (Trinity), and Nathan M....

Peggy Murphy Gross

Mar 27, 2026

At 3:22 on March 27th, Peggy Murphy Gross aka Peggy, Mother, Grandma, Aunt Peggy & Ms. Peggy, went to Heaven to be with Jesus. She was the life of every party and loved by so many. We will miss her laugh, her smile and her kidding. She lived a wonderful life. Heaven just got a little louder.

Peggy was born on...

Judith Kile Watson

Mar 27, 2026

Our beloved mother, Judith Kile Watson, passed away peacefully March 27, 2026, surrounded by family. She was 85 years old. Born in Cleveland, TN, June 30, 1940.She is survived by her children, Jody Watson Hartley (Eddie), Jenny Watson, Joseph J. Watson, Jr. (Sydney) and cherished grandsons, James Tallent, Jr and Joseph Jackson Watson. She was married to her high school...

Linda Elizabeth Turner

Mar 27, 2026

Linda Elizabeth Turner, age 71, went home to be with the Lord on March 27, 2026. She had been a cherished resident of the area for over 50 years.

Linda was a devoted wife, loving mother, caring sister, and proud grandmother. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, whom she loved deeply. She also enjoyed gardening,...

Jessie Lee Wright

Mar 27, 2026

Jessie Lee Wright, 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior while at home with her family by her side on March 27, 2026. She was born on August 5, 1942 to the late Walter and Edith Raby, in Sweetwater, Tennessee.

Jessie was a beautician for over 30 years. She loved her family, and spending time with people. She was...

Ricky Joe Mason

Mar 27, 2026

On March 27, 2026, Ricky Joe Mason went home to be with our Lord and Savior. Ricky was a devoted son, brother, and husband-but above all, he was the best father any daughter could ask for and a cherished father-in-law.

Ricky had a deep love for life and the simple joys that came with it. He enjoyed fishing, working on cars,...

Larry E. Ellis

Mar 25, 2026

Larry Eric Ellis went to meet the Lord on Wednesday March 25, 2026, while trying to recover from a heart attack during an ER visit for the pneumonia 3 weeks prior. He fought a nearly month long battle but God had other plans.

Larry was a devoted husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather. He enjoyed time with family, friends, a good book,...