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, 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, 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...
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,...
Jeannie Francisco Nicely, born on August 7, 1953, in Volusia County, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at the age of 72, in Ooltewah, Tennessee, after a 17-year-long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Jeannie's life was marked by compassion, dedication, and a deep love for her family, friends, and career.
A devoted registered nurse and certified lactation consultant, Jeannie spent...
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,...
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Stanley Scott "Sparky" Parker passed from this life at his home in Loudon, Tennessee. Sparky was preceded in death by his father, William Reed Parker, his mother, Arlene Ann Parker, and his aunt, Jeannie Cullom.
Sparky is survived by his devoted wife, Donna Blair, whom he loved deeply and fiercely; his daughters, Staci Ann Wheeler (Jonathan)...
Renee Annette Dupont, age 59, of Madisonville, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Renee will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her love of family, and the quiet strength she brought to those who knew her. Those closest to Renee knew her as someone who offered steadiness in hard moments and kindness in everyday ones, never asking for attention,...
Eddie Leon "Popa" Smith
March 21, 1944 - March 25, 2026
Eddie Leon Smith, affectionately known as "Popa," passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. He was born on March 21, 1944, in Fort Payne, Alabama - and he lived every one of those years the way God intended - faithfully, generously, and with a joke always at the ready. Born and...
Carmen Brunilda Santos, who graced this world for 83 years, was a woman whose life spoke long before words were ever written.
Born on Sunday, March 14, 1943, she carried within her a quiet strength, a grace that did not demand attention but left a lasting imprint on all who encountered her.
Carmen did not simply live her years; she filled them...