Obituaries

Mary Rethal Williams

Mary Rethal Williams

Oct 3, 2021

ROSSVILLE GA: Mary Rethal Williams, age 90, passed away at her residence on Sunday, October 3, 2021. Mary was born February 14, 1931 in Scottsboro, AL to the late Alvin and Eula Watts. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved to cook for her family. Mary was a very giving person and enjoyed making people happy. She...

Mr. Neal Avans

Mr. Neal Avans

Sep 30, 2021

HIGDON, AL: Arnold Neal Avans, age 58, passed away September 30, 2021. He enjoyed country music and was an Alabama football fan. He is preceded in death by his parents Dalla Fred Avans and Sue Cloud Robinson; brother Timothy Avans. Neal is survived by his aunts Mary E. Higdon, Alladine Pruitt, Jean Talley, and Gayle Hawkins; several cousins and a...

Jean Ivy Bice

Jean Ivy Bice

Sep 30, 2021

CHICKAMAUGA, GA.: Jean Ivy Bice was born December 9, 1937 died September 30, 2021. Jean was an amazing seamstress by trade, early on in factory work and later as a very successful entrepreneur within the trade. She never shied away from a challenge and always charged in with a “let’s get it done” attitude. Her philosophy with everyone she met...

Mr. Mark (Cubie) Steele

Mr. Mark (Cubie) Steele

Sep 26, 2021

HIXSON, TN: With heavy hearts, the family regrets to announce the passing of our beloved Mark (Cubie) Aaron Steele. He is survived by his mother, Karlene Steele Hutton; stepfather, Jimmy Hutton; sister, Amy Steele Dalton; stepsisters, Sarah Hill and Rose Jackson; stepbrother, Will Hutton; special aunt and uncle, Kathie and Mike Gross; many cousins and a host of friends. Mark...

Miss Vivian Mae Blevins

Miss Vivian Mae Blevins

Sep 19, 2021

VIVIAN BLEVINS HAMMONDVILLE, AL: Vivian Mae Blevins, infant daughter of Hali Mae Gilbert and Chase Christopher Blevins, received her angel wings September 19, 2021. Though only here for nine days, Vivian was very strong and very loved. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Lane Blevins. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 23, 2021 at...

Mr. Dan Willard Slater

Mr. Dan Willard Slater

Sep 18, 2021

DAN SLATER FLAT ROCK, AL: Dan Willard Slater, 81, died September 18, 2021 at Highlands Hospital Scottsboro, Alabama. He was a veteran of the United States Army, life-long golfer, retired from TVA, attended East Brow Baptist Church, a loving husband, devoted father and proud grandfather and great-grandfather known as “Papa Dan” and “Papaw”. He is preceded in death by parents,...

Mr. Luther Shrader

Mr. Luther Shrader

Sep 17, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Joseph Luther Shrader, age 91, passed away Friday, September 17, 2021. He was a member of Trenton Ministry Center. Luther loved fishing, hunting, gardening, playing rook and checkers. He also loved spending time telling stories with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mollie Shrader; son, Donnie Shrader; granddaughter; three great grandchildren and...

Ben Baker

Ben Baker

Sep 17, 2021

RISING FAWN, GA.: Benjamin “Ben” Franklin Baker, (“Gramps”), age 73, passed away September 17, 2021. He was born in Trion, Ga. February 12, 1948 to the late Hazel Ruth Dunnam and Alford Seaborn Baker. Ben was a loving husband, father, and grandfather that enjoyed boating, traveling, hunting, fishing, golf, and football. He was of the Baptist faith. In addition to...

Linda Bolton

Linda Bolton

Sep 17, 2021

Linda Sue Bolton, age 59, of Wildwood, GA, passed away on September 17th, 2021. She was born to the late N.J and Sue Bolton in Utica, Michigan on October 11, 1961. A Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, and Friend. She was loved by many to include her customers that came into Walmart. One of the many things I loved about...

Nancy Jean Duncan Rider

Nancy Jean Duncan Rider

Sep 14, 2021

Nancy Jean Duncan Rider, 66, of Dayton, TN passed away on September 14, 2021 at home surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was a vivacious and caring person who deeply loved her family. She was most proud of her work as a long-distance truck driver. She was a friend to many and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in...

Alisha Scott Cook

Alisha Scott Cook

Sep 14, 2021

BRYANT AL: Alisha Redette Cook, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lorene Scott; daughter, Halie Price and brother, Mike Scott. Left to cherish her memories is her husband of 29 years, Randy Cook; sisters, Debra (Roger) McCarty, Phyllis Thomas;...

Lynn Newman

Lynn Newman

Sep 13, 2021

SEQUATCHIE, TN: Betty Lynn Newman Swaggerty, 47, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, September 13, 2021. She was born April 18, 1974 to the late Doyle and Betty Louise Tishaw. Lynn was the Pastor of New Life Church of God in Trenton, GA. She loved singing, preaching, visiting the elderly and praying for others. She...

Mr. Robert Wendell Glover

Mr. Robert Wendell Glover

Sep 13, 2021

Robert Wendell Glover, 81, of Dalton, Georgia passed away on September, 13th 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years Patricia Lee McKaig Glover. Robert loved his family and Country and proudly served in the United States Air Force. Born in Long Island, Alabama and raised in Bryant, Alabama...

Bonnie Ellen Gentry

Bonnie Ellen Gentry

Sep 13, 2021

SOUTH PITTSBURG, TN: Bonnie Ellen Gentry, age 59, passed away September 13, 2021. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister that enjoyed spending time with her grandkids and dogs, going to the beach and the Smokies. Bonnie attended Safe Haven Baptist Church in South Pittsburg, TN. Survivors include her daughters Cassie (Daniel) Tucker and Tristaca Gentry; grandchildren Dylan Gentry,...

Wendell Austin Mccormick

Wendell Austin Mccormick

Sep 12, 2021

Wendell Austin McCormick, 83, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 12, 2021. Wendell was born October 1, 1937 in Henegar, AL to the late Walter Harrison and Jessie Mae Ellis McCormick. Wendell was a crane operator for Combustion Engineering and Austin Powers for 40 years. He was a devout Christian and member...

Tammy Vuanita Batey

Tammy Vuanita Batey

Sep 9, 2021

VALLEY HEAD, AL: Tammy Vuanita Batey, age 59, passed away on September 9, 2021. Tammy was born September 11, 1961 in Scottsboro, AL to Ed and Vivian Batey. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her father, Ed Batey and sister Donna. Tammy is...

Mr. Calvin Talley

Mr. Calvin Talley

Sep 9, 2021

BRYANT, AL.: Virgil Calvin Talley, age 64, passed away September 9, 2021. He was a lifetime resident of Bryant, Alabama and lifelong employee of Shaw Industries. Virgil was an avid movie and history buff and loved music, reading, and sports. He was of the Baptist faith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Lula Talley; sisters Mary...

Janet Coleman

Janet Coleman

Sep 8, 2021

JANET ESTER COLEMAN & CLAUDE EUGENE COLELMAN Janet Esther Coleman, age 79, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Janet was born October 23, 1941 in Madison, WI to the late Russell and Ann Coster. She worked as a nurse for 45 years and retired to help daughter Jeanie and her son, James, who lived in California....

Carl Lee King

Carl Lee King

Sep 7, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Carl Lee King, age 53, passed away September 7, 2021. Carl loved to raise animals (especially his chickens). He loved arts and crafts as well as cars and reading his bible and spending time with his family. Carl was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Marion King. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of...

Jan Gifford

Jan Gifford

Sep 7, 2021

Janice "Jan" Ruth Gifford, age 80, originally from Detroit, MI but long-time resident and staple of Trenton, GA, departed this life and entered her eternal home on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. Jan was a fun loving, spirited lady who loved to laugh and lived to be around people. She loved her community and they loved her in return. She will...