Obituaries

Jun 20, 2023

William Joseph Lyons, 54, born December 1, 1968, passed away June 20, 2023. He is an avid sports fan but especially enjoyed watching the Florida Gators and worked at Southern Hydraulics.

Preceded in death by his parents: Ambers and Joann Lyons; brother, Kenny Lyons.

He leaves behind his wife of ten...

May 28, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Robert Nitto. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 2, 2023

Perry Dale Allan Brown, age 50

March 2, 1973 - May 2, 2023

Always Loved being a Son, Dad, Husband and Papaw.

Only Child of Belva Brown was born March 2, 1973 in Pontiac, MI. Suddenly passed away on May 2, 2023 at Wings of Love Outreach in Knoxville, TN helping...

Apr 6, 2023

Lonnie Moore, 63, of Maryville passed away Thursday April, 6th at his home.

Lonnie is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Moore and Dolores Isabelle; brother, Robert Moore JR; sister, Brenda English.

He is survived by his son, Lonnie (Jennifer) Moore Jr; daughters, Heather (Allen) Davis, Christy Moore, Kaylee (Chris) Lethcoe; 14 grandchildren; 4...

Apr 1, 2023

Leanne Marie Garrett, 58, of Athens, TN, passed away on April 1, 2023, after prolonged health-related challenges.

Leanne was born on February 23, 1965, to Leonard and Claire Schiada in La Mirada, Calif. After graduating from El Toro High School, Lake Forest, Calif.  in 1983, she chose a career of serving others working in hospitality....

Apr 1, 2023

Helen J. Bastian 97, had her prayers answered on April 1st, 2023, when she was delivered to heaven.  She was a lifelong resident of Watsontown, PA and spent the last few years being cared for by her daughter, Candy Bastian Foley and her son-in-law Jeffry Foley.  Special thanks to granddaughter Heather Foley Whaley for helping these last couple of...

Mar 31, 2023

Mish’ka McGuffie, 2 months, is now sleeping with the angels.

She loved being around her brothers and sister and she had a smile that would bring joy to your heart.

She is survived by her parents, Christina Clayton and Kenterrius McGuffie; siblings, Avah Martin, Isaac Clayton, and Kai McGuffie.

A visitation will be...

Mar 29, 2023

Christopher Cliburn, 62 of Grandview passed away peacefully at home March 29th.

He had a love for fishing and spending time outdoors.

Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Elizabeth; daughter, Andrea Edwards, stepdaughter, Mary Waldo; stepson, Gene Johnson; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Christophers wishes were for his ashes to be...

Mar 28, 2023

Dollie Holcomb Winkler, 42 of Athens passed away Tuesday March 28th at her home.

Dollie never met a stranger, loved spending time with her family, dancing and fishing.

Preceded in death by her husband, James (Punk) Winkler; father, Jerry Clay Holcomb, Sr; sister, Trina Holcomb Spurling.

She is survived by her son, Brian...

Mar 27, 2023

Shauna McRae of Athens passed away Monday, March 27th, at her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis Salo and Vicki King. Shauna was known for putting others before herself.

Survivors include her husband of 21 years Olen McRae; loving mother of son, Kyle McRae and stepdaughter, Kiesha McRae; grandson Jesse Roberts....

Feb 22, 2023

Roy Robert “Bob” Sneed II passed away on Wednesday, February 22nd after a brief illness at Park West Hospital.

He was born August 15th, 1958 and was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church in Decatur, TN.

Survivors include his two sons, Coty (Lacy) Bivens and Bradley Sneed, all of Ten Mile; granddaughters, Emma, Taylor,...

Feb 18, 2023

Warren A. Griggs II, 73, born July 15, 1949, passed away February 18, 2023 at UT Hospital, Knoxville, TN.

Preceded in death by his infant son, Jake Duane; parents, Warren and Fran Griggs; brother Edward; sister, Barbara.

Warren was born in Hammond IN. He was a graduate of Morton High School, Class of 1967. He...

Jan 20, 2023

Isaiah Edgar Walden 24, a native of Meigs County passed away January 20th, 2023 in Lenoir City. A 2021 graduate of Pellissippi State with a double major in VPT & APE. Isaiah was a very hard worker at Target and an Assistant Manager at Regal Pinnacle Cinemas.

He was preceded in death by both grandfathers, Kenneth Frerichs,...

Jan 9, 2023

Oscar Jerald Ervin, 75, of Athens passed away Monday, January 9th.

Preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Zula Ervin; sister, Nola Jean Price; niece, Rebecca Ervin; father and mother-in-law, JP and Odell McPhail.

He was retired from Coca-Cola after 34 years of service. He continued working with his nephew until Fall 2022. He...

Jan 7, 2023

Carol Jean Akin, 67, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 at her sister’s home in Niota.

Carol  loved caring for her pets and had a passion of sharing her faith with others around her. She was also very generous and loved to give gifts to her loved ones.

She was...

Dec 25, 2022

Betty Ann Roderick, 80, of Athens went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 25th, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles L Maxwell and Nina McKinney; brothers, Charles and Bill Maxwell; sisters, Faye Wallace, Gail Mason, and Jill Roderick; son Michael B Roderick; and granddaughter, April Cochran.

Survivors include...

Dec 20, 2022

Michael Rodgers went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022.

He was an avid fisherman and faithfully attended Faith Baptist Church, Decatur.

Preceded in death by his parents William and Doris Rodgers.

He is survived by sisters, Doris Radford and Susan Martin; and very close friends, Daniel Drake and Elizabeth Davis....

Dec 19, 2022

Olga Faye Colboch passed away on December 19, 2022.

Faye was an avid gardener and belonged to the Daylily Society.

She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Gladys Thompson and was preceded in death by her brother, Eugene Thompson; son in law, Michael Rue.

Survivors include her husband, James Colboch; daughter,...

Dec 13, 2022

Terry Wayne Stamey Jr., 52, of Athens passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 13th, 2022. Terry loved to hunt, fish, work on his car, and spend time with his family. He was of the Christian Faith.

He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Stamey Sr.; stepmom, Leona Stamey; and infant brother, Randy Stamey....

Dec 10, 2022

Herbert Leroy Shepherd, 83 born March 21, 1939, gained his wings on December 10, 2022, at UT Medical Center.

Herbert began working at the age of 16 at Kelly Shepherd & Sons. He later became an Athens City Police Officer and eventually went to work at the McMinn County Sheriff’s Department where he was Chief Deputy under...