All Obituaries

  Beth Knabenshue, 66 years old, passed away on Saturday, November 9th, 2019.   Beth had lived in Jasper, TN for the past 15 years.    She was known as to be a quiet and reserved young lady and her love was for her family and friends.   She is preceded in death by her parents, Lawson and Margarette Elleman and three brothers, Stanley, Johnny and Danny Elleman.   She leaves behind to cherish her memories are her daughter, Kenda Knabenshue;...

    John “Bud” F. Braden gained his wings and went to his final home on Thursday, November 7, 2019.   Bud, as he was known by, was born in and lived in South Pittsburg, TN until nine years ago when he made his home in Scottsboro, AL to be closer to his family.  He had been employed with Cardin Logging Company as a logger until his retirement.   Bud was of the Baptist faith and in his past time, he enjoyed fishing, story- telling and most of...

    After a very lengthy illness, the Lord said its time to come home James Edward Slatton as he was surrounded by his family on Friday, November 1, 2019.   James was 90 years old and lived in Jasper, TN.   He was self-employed as an equipment operator with a career in a backhoe and dump truck business.  As his family stated, no one they knew loved a job as James did when he showed off his talents with his backhoe.   James was of the Baptist faith...

      After a beautiful and joyous life of 97 years, the Lord welcomed Nannie B. Gamble home on Thursday, October 31st, 2019.    Nannie was born and grew up in Smithville, TN.  Seventy-five years ago Nannie moved to South Pittsburg, TN to make a new home along with her husband, Carl Gamble.  They raised their beautiful family along with making wonderful friends in this area.   She was a loving, kind spirit, giving, compassionate and most...

The Lord said take my hand as the angels sang to Barbara Snow Sutton, at the age of 81, on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 as He called her home.    Barbara was born in Chicago Heights, Illinois’ then in the 1960’s she and her husband Cecil moved to South Pittsburg, TN to begin a beautiful life with their family.    She was employed at Elmore’s Department Store in South Pittsburg for numerous years as the Manager of the Snack...

The Lord called Edward Charles “Eddie” Garcia, III, at the age of 29 years old, home on Monday, October 21, 2019.  Eddie, as he was known as, was born in Victorville, California then years later moved to Guild, TN to make his home with his family.   Eddie loved his three daughters with all his heart, he had the personality that lit up a room as soon as he entered and his love for God in his Catholic faith was astonishing.   He enjoyed working out, boxing and...

Carolyn Mae Lawson, 64 years old, of New Hope, Tennessee gained her wings on Sunday, October 20th, 2019 after a lengthy illness.   Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend.    Carolyn’s love for her family was unexplainable.  She always made sure they were well taken care of way before taking care of herself.  Carolyn loved being a homemaker and having the enjoyment of loving her family with all she had.   She never had a...

          On Thursday, October 10th, 2019, the Lord called Larry G. Smith home.   Larry lived in Carrollton, Georgia.   After graduating high school, Larry enlisted in the United State Marine Corps then years later enlisted into the United States Army.  After service to his country with an honorable discharge, Larry began a lifetime career as a railroad conductor with CSX Railroad Co.    After Larry had retired, he worked...

                  After a brief illness, the Lord called Billy Joe Lambert home at the age of 82 years old.   Billy Joe was born and raised in Jasper, Tennessee.    He dedicated 20 years of his life by serving in the United States Navy as a naval cook. He met his wife of 60 years while stationed in Japan.  After his honorable discharge, Joe returned to his beloved home in Jasper.     Joe...

As the Lord took his hand on Thursday, October 3, 2019, Marion Warren was called home at the age of 96 years old.   Marion lived in Dunlap, Tennessee with his beloved wife, Margaret Warren.   Marion served one year in the United States Navy as a 2nd Class Seaman.   After receiving his honorable discharge, he began his career with starting his own business in the sheetrock and drywall company for 40 years. Marion was of the Baptist faith and a member of the...

        Terry L. Dixon, at the age of 60 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 30, 2019.   Terry was born and raised in Jasper, Tennessee.  Terry was known for his love of the great outdoors and country music. Terry is preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Hughes Quarles and brothers, George Allen Dixon and Donald Ray Dixon. He leaves behind to cherish his memories are his dad, Arnold Lee Dixon, Sr.; brothers, Arnold Lee Dixon,...

      As the angels sang, the Lord took the hand of Steve Cleo Walker to welcome him home after a lengthy illness.   Steve was from the Jasper, Tennessee area where he loved spending time with his family and friends.  Steve gained his wings at the age of 73 on Friday, September 27, 2019.   Steve was a retired boilermaker with Local 454.  He was of the Baptist faith and he worshiped his Lord and Savior.    He loved his family and he...

    The Lord called James “Chigger” Boggs home on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at the age of 76, to reunite with his loved ones gone before him.    Chigger was born and raised in Meigs County until 40 years later he made his final home in Jasper, Tennessee.  Chigger had been employed with Local 704 as an iron worker before his retirement.   He was a loving, caring family man, of the Baptist faith and adored each of his grandchildren and...

After a long illness, the Lord said its time to suffer no more so he called Sammy Gene Davis, at the age of 57, home on Tuesday, September 24, 2019.    Sammy Gene was from South Pittsburg, Tennessee where he grew up, married and raised his family.   Sammy Gene had a career as a utility employee at Beaulieu until his illness. He was of the Church of God faith and attended Revival Worship Center in Tiftonia, TN. Sammy Gene was a man of God, devoted husband, loving...

        At the bright of the morning, the Lord took Judith Gooden’s hand to lead her home on Saturday, September 21, 2019.   Judith was 70 years young and lived in Jasper, Tennessee.      Judi worked as the manager of the Krystal Restaurant for 12 years until her retirement.  She was of the Baptist faith and she loved any dog that came across her path.   She is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Ruth...

  Herman R. Harris at the age of 76, departed from his earthly life into the presence of the Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2019.  He was born and raised in Athens, TN then at the young age of 15 his family moved to South Pittsburg, TN where he became a lifetime resident. Herman was a faithful husband, cherished father, adored grandfather, and a loyal friend to many. After retiring from his employer, U.S.  Pipe Foundry of 30 years, he enjoyed sitting on his front porch,...

ESTILL CATES, JR. The Lord called Estill Cates, Jr. home on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at the age of 86 years old.   Estill was born in Bridgeport, AL to his parents, the late Roy Estill Cates and Maggie Walker Cates.   He had made his career by serving in the United State Navy for 20 years.  After retiring from the U.S. Navy, Estill went to work for Beaulieu in Bridgeport, AL for ten years before he made his final retirement.   Estill was of the Baptist...

The Lord called Dorothy "Marie" Murray Martin home on Monday, September 9, 2019.   Marie was born and raised in the Comfort Community of Battle Creek, Tennessee then years later she made her final home in Jasper, Tennessee.  Marie was a member of the Cornerstone Baptist Church in Jasper, TN. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Bill Martin and her parents, Cecil and Lena Martin. Those left to cherish her memories are her daughter and son in law, Rhonda and...

On the beautiful morning of Friday, August 23rd, 2019, the Lord called Edna Lee Perry Richardson home.  Ms. Edna at the age of 90 years young gained her wings to heaven.    She was a lifelong resident of Whitwell, TN.   Ms. Edna was of the Church of God faith and she adored her Lord and Savior.      She had numerous careers in her lifetime however, the one that she was known for was the Produce Barn on Highway #41 in Jasper,...

      As the angels sang, the Lord took Kenneth “Kenny” Gary Gibson by the hand to say it’s time to go home.   Kenny, at the age of 66, went to heaven on Monday, August 19th, 2019.   He was a resident of Jasper, Tennessee and a well-respected young man of this community.   Kenny was employed at U.S. Pipe as a fork lift operator until his retirement. Kenny was a devoted man, son, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and best...

    Elsie Euline Harris, 86, was called home on Wednesday, August 14, 2019.   As her family has stated she is resting in the arms of her Savior. Her body made whole again and can only imagine the joy she felt when she met Jesus face to face.  Euline was born in Lafayette, Ga and after she married her late husband, Samuel Harris, they traveled the world while he was in the Navy.  In 1974, they left their home in San Diego, CA after her husband retired and they...

    On August 7, 2019, Joyce Roberts Fowler was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 75 years young. Joyce was born on July 12, 1944 in Miami, Florida, before making her final home in Whitwell, Tennessee.  She was an active member of Mineral Springs Baptist Church, an avid participant in Marion County athletics and a volunteer to local charitable organizations. Above all else, Joyce was a devoted wife of 52 years to Ray Fowler, a loving mother and grandmother, a...

        The Lord called Dwight David Clement home on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at the age of 67 years old.   Dwight was born in Michigan then raised in Valdosta, GA.  Years later in his teens he moved with his family to the Chattanooga, Tennessee area.    Loving this beautiful area, Dwight made his final home in South Pittsburg, Tennessee. Dwight had a love for his family that was dear to his heart.   His hobbies were cars and...

In the early hours of Monday, August 5, 2019, the Lord called Henry Harrison Layne at the age of 76 home.    Harrison was born and raised in Jasper, Tennessee until he made his home in Kimball, Tennessee several years ago.  He had been employed along with being a dedicated and loyal Foreman at the Tennessee Alloy Plant in Kimball, TN until his retirement. Harrison was an amazing son, brother, father, uncle along with a great friend to those he shared his life...

  After a lengthy illness, the Lord called Jewel Lee Puckett at the age of 65 home.   Jewell was from Whitwell, Tennessee where he lived with his wife, Deborah.   He was of the Catholic faith and had a love for his family that was larger than life.     Jewell’s hobbies were fishing, working in his yard however his greatest love was his career as a boilermaker.  Jewell is survived by his wife, Deborah Puckett; son, Cody Hurt and granddaughter, Raelynn Hurt. The family will...

    At the dawn on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 the Lord called Betty Ann Cagle Easterly, at the age of 63, home to be with her Savior.  Betty was born on April 3, 1956 in Bridgeport, AL and raised in the community.   After marrying her true love, Franklyn Easterly, they lived in Bridgeport until 27 years ago when they made their final home in Whitwell, Tennessee.   Betty was a lovely lady that enjoyed gardening and canning however most of all her favorite...

          Lamar “LG” Graham at the young age of 48 years old gained his wings to heaven on Monday, July 29, 2019.   Lamar was born on June 14, 1971 to the proud parents, Lanny Graham and Glenda King. Lamar was born in South Pittsburg, TN and lived most of his life in Jasper, TN and Bridgeport, AL.  Lamar loved this community of Jasper, Tennessee however his favorite home was living on his houseboat at Bennett Lake. He was an amazing...

The Lord called David “Dave” Hugh Taylor home on Sunday, July 21, 2019 at the age of 69 years old.   Dave was born and raised in Plain City, Utah until he moved to Rossville, GA several years ago.    He is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, the Chattanooga Valley Ward. Dave was a beloved family man and he loved his children and grandchildren dearly.  He was a man of nature who loved hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback...

At the dawn of the sun rising, Wanda Marple McCoy at the age of 78, received her wings to go fly home on Thursday, July 18, 2019.   Wanda was born in Adkins, AK then moved to Chattanooga, TN in 1959 when she married her husband, Billy McCoy of 60 years.   She was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Tiftonia Baptist Church in Tiftonia, TN. Wanda was known for her beautiful flowers that were filled each year by the flowers baskets her husband built for...

The Lord called Paul Horace Powell at the age of 83 Home on Monday, July 15, 2019.   Paul was born and raised in Jasper, Tennessee until 1958 when he made his home in the Chattanooga, TN area.   Paul was of the Baptist faith and he was considered as a very simple and humble man.   He was known as being the salt of the earth with a heart of gold.   Paul was loved by anyone that met him, especially children and animals.   In June, 1955, Paul...