All Obituaries

LINDA LOU CASE PRICE   As the Lord took her hand, He said it’s time to come home Linda Lou Case Price.   At the age of 80 years old, Linda gained her wings.  She was from Bridgeport, AL.   Linda was of the Church of God faith and a member of Grace Baptist Church in South Pittsburg, TN.   Linda loved and worshiped her family.  Her fondness was her faith to God, roses, the color pink and collecting angel figures.   She is preceded in...

LTC. GLENN EDWARD WILT   LTC. Glenn Edward Wilt, 87, of South Pittsburg, TN passed away on Sunday, January 12th, 2020. Born in Montra, Ohio on October 17th, 1932 to the late Clyde and LaDonna Wilt.    Glenn began his remarkable career in the U.S Army in 1951 following college. He was a decorated veteran of both Vietnam and Korean wars.  In 1971, he retired from the ARMY where he served in the EOD Corp.   After the ARMY, Glenn joined the Bureau of ATF as...

APRIL KELLEY WIX   April Kelley Wix at the age of 41 years old, gained her wings on Monday, January 6, 2020.  April lived in South Pittsburg, TN.   She was of the Christian faith and devoted to the Nazarene beliefs.    April loved, cherished and adored her precious son, Isaac Matthew Wix.   She was known for her loving and kind heart, sweetness, and giving to those in need.   She had a passion for loving all animals. April is...

BARBARA KAY SIMMONS   The Lord called Barbara Kay Simmons, at the age of 65 years old, home on January 5, 2020.      Barbara was born in Bell Fountain, Ohio and lived in various locations until 1971 when she moved with her family to Guild, TN.     She was employed with Parkridge West Hospital in Jasper, TN.   Barbara graduated in 1985 as a certified LPN.  She began her career at South Pittsburg Hospital.  After the hospital...

Shirley Katherine Rector Smith   Shirley Smith. of South Pittsburg, Tn., passed away at her home on Friday, January 3, 2020. Shirley loved writing, loved flowers and her dolls.  She loved her children and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Marvin Rector, Sr. and Vinnie Braden Rector; brothers, Marvin Rector, Jr. and Herman Adams; sisters, Mary Smith, Inez Rector, Louise Rector, Marie Rector Carter; great granddaughter, Ava Smith. The loved ones left...

LUCILLE ROLLINS LAMB     Lucille Rollins Lamb, of Whitwell, Tennessee, passed away at 98 years of age after a lengthy illness at home on Thursday, December 26, 2019.   Lucille was born on April 16, 1921 in Kyles, Alabama.  She was the daughter of the late Luther and Martha England Bass.   She graduated from Central High School and McKenzie Business School.  She worked and retired from the Marion County Welfare Department in Jasper, TN.  She was of...

JOAN C. WEBB   At the eve of Christmas night on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, with her family at her side, the Lord called Joan C. Webb home at the age of 77 years old.    Joan lived in Jasper, Tennessee with her husband, Charles Webb of 57 years.     Joan was a devoted member of the Whitwell Church of Christ in Whitwell, TN.  She was a beloved wife, daughter, mother, sister and grandmother.  Her family was her most loved...

Nancy Lee Melton, 78, of Guild, Tn. passed away early Monday morning December 23, 2019  with her family by her side. She enjoyed life and the love she had for her children and grandchildren was immense. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents,  Jessie T. Jones and Willie Lou Peardon. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Herbert Melton; sons, Kenneth S. Melton(Cindy), Phillip Glen Melton((Becky); brothers, Larry Jones(Barbara), Randy Jones(Phyllis);...

LILLIAN ELIZABETH MARTIN   With her family at her side, the Lord touched the hand of Lillian Elizabeth Martin, at the age of 91 years young, to say it’s time to come home.  Ms. Lillian lived in Sequatchie, TN where her husband, Jack “Rastus” Martin and her raised their family.   Being of the Baptist faith, she loved her Lord and Savior.  Ms. Lillian had been employed with Rivoli Mills in Jasper, TN as a production seamstress until she...

LULA (LOU) B. CHAMBERS MINES   Lula (Lou) B. Chambers Mines at the age of 80 years young, gained her heavenly wings on December 15, 2019 at her home in Jasper, TN.   With the angels singing and as she was surrounded by her children, grandchildren and other loved ones, Lou said her final goodbye after a lengthy battle with cancer.     She worked at Tri County Hospital for 28 years before retiring.  Lou was also a member of the local Jasper Chapter #124...

LINDA FAYE MASSENGALE TURNER With her family at her side, the Lord called Linda Faye Massengale Turner at the age of 72 years old, home on Sunday, December 15, 2019.    Linda was born and raised in Chattanooga, TN.   Linda had worked for AT&T in Chattanooga for a brief period then making her final career working in their family business at the Catfish House in Chattanooga, TN. Linda was a very loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and a true friend...

Hester Imogene Hamilton   Hester Imogene Hamilton, 81, from Sequatchie, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, December 13, 2019. Imogene loved reading, working puzzle books and watching Hallmark movies.  She loved all her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She loved being outside and just sitting on the porch. She is preceded in death by her husband, Kay Hamilton; parents, Grady and Susie Louise Lance; sons, Johnny Young, Robert, Wayne,...

WANDA TUDORS POE     The Lord called Wanda Tudors Poe home, at the age of 70 years old, on Tuesday, December 10, 2019.     Wanda lived in Guild, TN with her sister, Judy Dean.  She had a career of working in various jobs throughout her lifetime in the Marion County area.   Wanda was of the Church of God faith.   The family will not be receiving friends or family for visitation or a funeral service.  Wanda will be laid to rest in a...

With the angels singing and the Lord calling its time to come home, Willie “Bunchy” Mae Kelso, at the age of 49 years old, gained her wings on Monday, December 2, 2019.     Bunchy was born on October 14, 1970 in Orrville, AL.    She lived in South Pittsburg her adult life with her husband and children. Bunchy was feisty, loved to talk and most of all just loved being “Bunchy”.   Her mother, husband, and children were her...

NATHAN “JACK” JACKSON, LEWIS, III At the young age of 45 years, Nathan “Jack” Jackson, Lewis, III was called home on Saturday, November 30, 2019.   Jack was born in Madisonville, KY on April 21, 1974.   He had moved with his family numerous years ago to Jasper, TN.     Jack had been employed with various manufacturing companies during his lifetime.  He attended the McKendree United Methodist Church in Jasper, TN. Jack,...

AUSTIN LEE BROWN   The Lord called Austin Lee Brown, at the age of 37 years old,  home on Saturday, November 23, 2019.   Austin had lived in Chattanooga, TN for numerous years then moved to Sequatchie, TN five years ago.   He held an associate degree in Architecture  from Southern Union in Opelika, AL.  He was employed as a carpenter with J & D Construction Co. and was known for being an amazing craftsman and builder.  Austin attended...

  After a lengthy illness and his family by his side, the Lord called Raymond “Brint” Hill at the age of 60 years old, home on Thursday, November 21, 2019.  Brint was a native of South Pittsburg, TN and was loved by everyone who knew him.    He was the founder, owner, and manager of Hills Furniture Store in Kimball, TN.   Brint was known as being the best husband, father, son, brother, uncle and a loyal friend to all that knew him.  ...

  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...