Loudon, TN Obituaries

Mar 26, 2022

David Lamar Sledge, age 67 of Sweetwater passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022.  David is preceded in death by parents, John Henry and Juanita Ramsey; Half brother, Gary Bethune.

David is survived by brothers Henry “Butch” Sledge, Freddie Sledge, Keith Sledge and Michael Bethune; Sisters, Sherrie Harris and Brenda Gail Brown; Step Mother, Mary Sue Sledge; Special aunts, Rosie...

Mar 25, 2022

David “Sleepy” Bridges, age 73 of Lenoir City, passed away to be with the Lord on Friday, March 25, 2022. He was an Atlanta Braves baseball fan.

He is preceded in death by an infant son, Stanley Lynn Bridges, parents; Earl and Mary Bridges, brothers; Pete and Jim Bridges, and sister, Linda Clemons.

He is...

Mar 19, 2022

Sherry Lee Richesin Spurgeon went home to be with the Lord on March 19, 2022, at her residence, with family by her side. Sherry lived most of her life in Sweetwater. She was born in January 1954 in Sweetwater to the late Arnold and Doris Richesin. She recently retired from Malibu Boats in Loudon TN. She loved spending time with...

Mar 18, 2022

Dr. Albert Joseph Mokal, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, died on March 18, 2022, at the age of 86. Albert, son of Albert and Mary Mokal, was born in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania on January 17, 1936.  Albert was a retired radiologist from Fort Loudon Medical Center.  Prior to Fort Loudon he spent 17 years at Crawford Long...

Mar 15, 2022

Shelby Jean Shaver, age 84 of Loudon, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2022.  Jean was of the Baptist faith and was a longtime member of Union Fork Creek Baptist Church.  She retired from Viskase after 38 proud years of service.

Jean was preceded in death by parents, Fred and Lillie Reed; Sisters, Mildred Elkins, and Jewel...

Mar 11, 2022

Alauna Faye Smith, of Ocala, FL, born with the angels on 03/11/2022 at Advent Health Hospital. Alauna was born in Advent Health Hospital to Kimberly & Nathaniel Smith on 03/11/2022. Alauna had made her arrival at 6:59am silent into this world but her life spoke volumes. Alauna spent only a moment in our arms, but she is forever in...

Mar 8, 2022

John K. England, age 79 of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and worked for Knox County Sheriff’s Department. He is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Denton England; son, Jimmy Franklin; parents, James and Rebecca England; brothers, Gene and Roy; sisters, Margie, Alice and Juanita. John is survived...

Mar 4, 2022

Alvin McCree Maynard, age 75 of Tulsa Oklahoma, formerly of Loudon, went home on Friday March 4, 2022. He enjoyed fox hunting, listening to music and watching stock car racing. Alvin was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Elsie Shaw Maynard; brothers, James A. Maynard and Raymond H. Maynard and sister, Pauline Glass. He is survived by his sisters,...

Mar 3, 2022

Tommy S. Smith, age 75 of Sweetwater, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Ionia Smith.

Mr. Smith is survived by his sons, Travis Smith and wife Brandy, Derrick Shanahan and wife Beth and Greg Smith; grandchildren, Cayci, Shayla, Victoria, Bailey, Dean and Liam; great-grandchildren, Zayden, Aaliyah,...

Feb 28, 2022

Shirley Hutchinson Jones, age 80 of Sweetwater passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022.  She was a devoted lifetime member of Reed Springs Baptist Church, where she enjoyed serving in the Bread of Life Food Pantry.  Shirley loved sports, especially watching and cheering on her grandchildren. Shirley was preceded in death by husband, Eddie Jones. She is survived by children, Eddie Jones...

Feb 27, 2022

Debbie McConkey Presley, age 63 of Loudon went to meet her Blessed Father on Sunday, February 27, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Edgar McConkey and Deloris Dodson; husband, Freddie Presley; stepson, Marty Presley; nephew, Jonathan Brewster; and her dog Snuggles. She is survived by spouse, Rick Moser; son, Freddie Lynn Presley; sisters, Linda Dover and...

Feb 25, 2022

Howard “Huck” Finis Melton Jr., age 74, of Knoxville passed away on Friday, February 25, 2022. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was an avid fisherman. Preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Pauline Melton; sister, Anna Lynn Hill; and brother, Johnny Melton.  He is survived by son Michael Melton and wife Tina; former wife, Patty...

Feb 24, 2022

Deloris Ann Pruitt McAmis, age 74 of Lenoir City, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022. She loved her children and grandchildren. She loved to be on the beach and collecting seashells. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Tracey Hope Walter Hensley; mother, Mildred Pruitt; step-father, Joe Awalt; grandparents, Myrtle and John Pruitt; sisters, Doris Lee Turner and...

Feb 23, 2022

Sue Giles Littleton, age 85 of Loudon, went to her Heavenly Home on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. She loved her family and church family. She was a member of Corinth Baptist Church for over 60 years and taught Sunday School for several years. She also taught the word of God at Loudon Nursing Home. She loved to play card...

Feb 19, 2022

Clarence Davis Scott Jr., age 82 of Loudon, passed away on Saturday February 19, 2022. He was an ordained Deacon and he was of the Baptist Faith. He is preceded in death by his parents Clarence Scott and Annie Lou Mooney Scott; brothers and sisters-in-law, J.B. (Louise) Scott, Arthur (Lillie) Scott, Frankie (Wanda) Scott; sister-in-law, Mary Margaret Scott; nephew, Bobby...

Feb 18, 2022

Christie Renee Douglas, age 46 of Sweetwater, went to be with Jesus on Friday, February 18, 2022. She enjoyed camping and cook outs with family. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Gladys Douglas; uncle, Jim Douglas. She is survived by her spouse of 22 years, Vince Lancaster; son, Jonathan Lancaster and girlfriend Alexis; daughters Bridget Tranor and...

Feb 13, 2022

William A. Thomas "Tony",  age 66 of Loudon, Tennessee passed away Sunday, February 13, 2022, at home surrounded by his family. Tony lived for his children, grandchildren, family and church family.  He dedicated his life to the Lord and announced his call to preach in 1978.  Tony was dependable, selfless and gentle. All of his life, he enjoyed riding horses...

Feb 12, 2022

Van Buren Gibby, age 84 of Sweetwater, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 12, 2022. He was a member of Reed Springs Baptist Church where he played bass guitar for the choir. He was an owner operator of a logging truck for 30 years, and retired as a truck driver from Overnite after 25 years.

Feb 7, 2022

Timothy Darrell Haun, age 65 of Philadelphia passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022.  Tim loved being on his family farm, especially riding horses.  He was a part of the Rogers Group family for 43 years, and especially loved those he worked with.  Tim enjoyed spending time with his family, especially with the newest addition to the family, Lily. He...

Feb 6, 2022

Betty R. Goodman, age 76 passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022.  She loved and was a member of Community Baptist Church in Niota, TN.  Betty was preceded in death by Siblings, Hugh B. Todd of Ohio, John O. Todd, and Bill Todd; Parents, Hugh L. and Sarah Todd.Betty is survived by husband of 57 years, Ivan Goodman; Children, Bobby...