Diane Tomek

Dec 7, 2025

Diane Nancy Tomek, 69, of Madisonville, TN, passed away on December 7, 2025. Born in Connecticut on June 19, 1956, Diane built a meaningful career in real estate, working in both Connecticut and Florida before becoming a real estate broker after settling in Madisonville.

Diane had a deep love for travel and a lifelong affection for animals. She devoted much...

Billy Swafford

Dec 7, 2025

Billy Ray Swafford, 92, of Englewood, TN, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

A devoted member of Dixon Avenue Baptist Church, Bill lived his life with a servant's heart, a gentle spirit, and a deep love for his family, friends, and community.

At a young age, Bill proudly entered the United States Army and served with courage in...

Hai Nguyen

Dec 6, 2025

Hai Dang Nguyen, age 73, passed away peacefully at his home in Harrison, Tennessee, on December 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on December 2, 1952, in Long Xuyen, An Giang, Vietnam, and grew up in the rural farming community of Chau Phu, where he learned the values of hard work, humility, and dedication...

David Smith

Dec 5, 2025

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of David Christopher Smith on December 5, 2025.

Dave was born on January 26, 1972, in Mount Clemens and raised in Clawson, Michigan. Those who knew him will forever remember him as a kind, hardworking, and a profoundly caring person. Dave had a passion for cooking and hosting gatherings,...

Larry Tankersley

Dec 5, 2025

Larry Wayne Tankersley Sr., 71, of Rhea County, Tennessee, passed away on December 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 6, 1954, Larry was a proud lifelong resident of Rhea County, where he built a life rooted in hard work, loyalty, and devotion to those he loved.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert...

Jerry Wayne Blaylock

Dec 5, 2025

Jerry Wayne Blaylock born December 17th, 1957 to the late Eston "Cork" Blaylock and Rosie Elvena Blaylock (Cobb), went home to be with the Lord on December 5th, 2025 at his home on 5508 Hunter Rd., Ooltewah TN.

He is preceded in death by wife of 21 years Patricia Ann Blaylock (Biggs). Brothers Eston Ronnie Blaylock SR & Poochie (Nellie), and...

Vickey Woodby

Dec 5, 2025

Vickey Lynn Axley Woodby, age 59, passed away peacefully on the morning of Friday, December 5th, 2025 at UT hospital. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends, but they have comfort knowing she is now reunited with her son, Dustin, and enjoying her Heavenly home.

Vickey loved her family, friends and especially her "fur babies", her...

Harriet Guy

Dec 5, 2025

Revinia “Harriet” Ditmore Roach Guy, 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, at her daughter’s home in McDonald.

She was born in Tellico Plains, TN on September 21, 1938, to William Jess and Cordie Stuman Ditmore She married the love of her life, B. Arnold Roach, on June 9, 1961 and relocated to McDonald, TN, where she lived until...

Henry McLean Fairley III

Dec 4, 2025

Henry McLean Fairley III, 73 years of age, passed away peacefully at home on December 4th, 2025, with his loving family at his side.

Henry, affectionately known as "Hank" by friends and family, and "Grumpy" by his grandchildren, was born on August 1st, 1952, in Columbia, South Carolina to Henry 'Mack' McLean Fairley Jr and Elizabeth 'Betty' Jane Blackwell.

Hank was a...

Victoria (Vicki) Rose Leigh

Dec 4, 2025

Victoria (Vicki) Rose Leigh, 70, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, died on December 4, 2025. She was born in Hinsdale, IL, in 1955 to David M. and Doris R. Leigh. Vicki graduated high school in 1970 and loved volunteering at her local YMCA. She loved animals and people loved her joyous laughter.Vicki is preceded in death by her parents and brothers, David...