All Obituaries

  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...

AVA LORETTA BURNETT MCGEE The Lord called Ava Loretta Burnett McGee home at age of 50 years old.   Loretta was born and raised in the Bridgeport, Alabama area before making her final home in Altamont, TN.    Loretta worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield in the clerical field for over 20 years before she retired.   Loretta was a very loving, beautiful and amazing woman.   Her love for her family and grandchildren were phenomenal.  They were her...

 Timothy “Tim” Matthew Shirley passed in the early hours on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at the young age of 30.   Tim was born and raised in Jasper, Tennessee and was a graduate of the class of 2008 at Marion County High School, Jasper, TN. After graduating from high school, Tim enlisted in the United States Navy and served for 8 years until he was Honorably discharged.   Returning home, he went to work at Foundry Pattern Services, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN as...

  As the doves flew by and the angels sang, Dorothy Jean Scott Crowley at the age of 80, gained her wings to go Home.  Jean was born in Sparta, Tennessee then moved to Sequatchie, TN to raise her family.   Years later she made her final home in Rossville, GA.   Jean was of the Baptist faith and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Ringgold, GA.  She had a long career with Erlanger Hospital as an EKG Technician before her retirement.   Jean loved her...

    On the eve of Thursday, July 11, 2019, the Lord said to William “Man” Paul Walden, it’s time to come home.   Man (as he was known) at the age of 62 walked through the gates to Heaven leaving his home in Kimball, TN.    He was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Long Island Baptist Church in Long Island, AL.      Man loved and was a huge fan of the Tennessee Volunteers with his favorite colors being Orange and...

  The young soul of Michael William Campbell was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 10, 2019.    Michael was 36 years old and of the Baptist faith.   He grew up in Jasper, TN and years later made his home in Dunlap, TN.  Michael was graduate of the 2000 Class at Marion County High School in Jasper.  Michael was employed with TN Rand as a Purchasing Manager.   His life was his daughter “Addi” whom made...

  William Arthur Pickett, Jr., at the age of 65 was called home on Thursday, July 4, 2019.   Arthur was born and raised in Jasper, Tennessee until he moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1983.   He was a graduate of Marion County High School.  Arthur was employed for the City of Chattanooga as a computer operator.    Arthur was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, great-grandfather, son-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle along with being a...

WILLIAM (BILL) F. HELM   William F. “Bill” Helm of South PIttsburg, Tennessee,  passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019, at the age of 90 years young.  He was born in Brunswick, TN on April 9, 1929, to Albert and Ada Helm.  He was baptized at the age of 17, at the Berclair Church of Christ in Memphis, TN.    Bill served in the Air Force during the Korean War, and after his discharge attended Freed Hardeman College, Harding College and...

  The Lord called Jerry M. Long, Sr. home on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 after a lengthy illness.  Jerry was born in Jasper, TN and made his final home in Kimball, TN.   Jerry was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Mt. View Baptist Church in Jasper, TN.   Before his retirement, Jerry worked at Shaw Industries as a Fork Lift Operator.   Jerry was known for his love of the South Pittsburg Pirates and it was said he tried for many years to convert...

Geraldine E. Whealen, 82, of South Pittsburg, Tn., passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 with her family by her side.  She is survived by her daughter, Patty (Gary) Roche and son, Gerald Whealen. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

  On June 24, 2019, John D. Toon was called home to be with his Lord.   John was born on November 19, 1951 in Huntsville, AL to his proud parents, James and Vasso Toon, whom are preceded in his death.   John grew up Morristown, TN.  John attended Anderson College and East Tennessee State University.   He was honored as “Outstanding Athlete at Morristown East.  He was Co-Captain of the 1969 AAA State Championship Football Team.  John...

MAE EDITH HATFIELD As the angels sang, the Lord called Mae Edith Hatfield home on Friday, June 21, 2019.   Edith lived her entire life in the Jasper, Tennessee area where she raised her family.    She had worked for numerous businesses in this area as a housekeeper and cook.   Edith was known for her hard work and dedication to each of her employers.    Edith was of the Baptist faith and loved her Lord and Savior.   Her treasures...

Mrs. Jaqueline Kathleen Spears Pickett, 68 years old, of Jasper, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2019 at her residence with her beloved Oscar at her bedside. She was affectionately known as “Jack” to some and “Jackie” to many more (nicknames which caused her mother to say, “I named her Jacqueline!”). She was born prematurely to the late George Glancey Spears, Sr. and Lora Beene Spears on March 4, 1951 in Jasper, TN. She was preceded in...

The Lord called Teresa Coulson home on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at the young age of 55.   Teresa was born in Florida however she made her final home in Cleveland, TN.   She was of the Church of God faith. Teresa loved her family, children and most of all her grandchildren.   She had a young soul with a gypsy heart, she loved everyone that she ever met and if you were her true friend, she always had your back.  Teresa had a love of nature, being carefree and...

MILDRED M. LONG THOMAS Mildred M. “Long” Thomas received her wings to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 9, 2019.  Mildred was born to her proud parents, William and Sallie Layne Fletcher on July 22, 1925.    She was raised in Whiteside, TN then made her final home in Jasper, TN.  Mildred was a woman of love, compassion, a giving heart and adored her family and friends.   She loved cooking however her greatest love was her...

JAMES PERL PICKETT Celebrating a full life of love, the Lord called James Perl Pickett home on June 6, 2019.  James Perl was born on August 11, 1952 in Whitwell, Tennessee.   He was raised in Victoria by his grandmother, Willie Mae Pickett.   James Perl attended Whitwell High School and grew up attending church at Belmont Primitive Baptist Church in Victoria, TN. After graduating high school, James Perl was employed by Tennessee Valley Authority for over 40 years...