Obituaries

Mrs. Wilma Jean Vann

Mrs. Wilma Jean Vann

Oct 14, 2021

WILMA VANN BRYANT, AL: Wilma Jean Vann, age 74, passed away October 14, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, and Nanny who will be dearly missed. In addition to her parents DeFell and Mary Pemberton, she is preceded in death by her sisters Linda Cross and Imogene Smith; brother Troy Pemberton; grandson Nicholas Baker. Left to cherish her memory...

Doris Clark

Doris Clark

Oct 13, 2021

LOOKOUT MTN: Doris Clark, age 82, passed away October 13, 2021. She was born April 30, 1939 to the late Woodrow and Emma Cates. Doris was of the Baptist faith. She loved gardening, painting, ceramics, and spending time with family. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sons Tony Clark and Lamar Clark; grandson Lebron...

Suzanne Bunch

Suzanne Bunch

Oct 13, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Suzanne Coffey Bunch, age 55, passed away October 13, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. Along with spending time with family and friends, she loved gardening, traveling, quilting, hiking, and enjoying the beauty of nature that God gave us. Suzanne dedicated her life to the Lord over forty years ago and was a member of the Higdon...

James E. Loyd Ii

James E. Loyd Ii

Oct 11, 2021

James E. (Pooney) Loyd II, age 79, Bryant, AL passed October 11, 2021 at his home after a brief illness. He is survived by his brother, Mike Loyd of Bryant as well as several nieces and nephews. He was born in Portsmouth, VA and attended Pisgah High in Pisgah, AL. For the majority of his adult life, he was employed...

Mrs. Linda Louise Wawra

Mrs. Linda Louise Wawra

Oct 10, 2021

RISING FAWN, GA: Linda Louise Wawra, age 61, passed away October 10, 2021. She loved to travel and be outdoors with her husband, John. Linda was committed to volunteering for cancer walks and support groups. She is preceded in death by her father, Thomas F. Coyne. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of thirty-nine years, John; daughter Jennifer...

Stan Eugene Carson

Stan Eugene Carson

Oct 8, 2021

VALLEY HEAD, AL: Stan Carson, age 50, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021. He loved hunting, fishing and Alabama football. He also liked wood working and playing with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Myrick; sister Crystal Gregory and brother Michael Williams, Jr. Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Kathy Carson, Valley...

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,...