Obituary Listing

Dec 15, 2023

Henry Luther "Luke" Nelson, 87, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023 at his home in the Battlecreek Community of South Pittsburg, TN.

He was a man who loved his family dearly.  Luke was a proud United States Navy Veteran.  He retired from T.U. Parkes Construction Company and was a longtime member of the United Brotherhood of...

Dec 15, 2023

Kevin Lewis Brennen, 50, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15, 2023 at a health care facility in Chattanooga.

Kevin loved spending time at Nickajack lake.

He is survived by his mother, Mary J. Waldrop; two brothers, Gene Brennen, Jerry Brennen; son, Trent Brennen; several nieces and nephews and will be...

Dec 15, 2023

William "John" Joseph Hoge III, 75, formerly of Jasper, TN, passed away on December 15, 2023 unexpectedly.

John was an Electrical Engineer and a Veteran of the United States Army.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William "Billy" Hoge and Lois Barker Hoge.

He is survived by his son, William Hoge...

Dec 14, 2023

Jane "Marie" Smith, 90, of South Pittsburgh, a current resident of Vero Beach, Florida passed away peacefully on December 14, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Marie is survived by two sons, Robert Smith, of Gainesville FL, and William Smith, of Vero Beach FL; Granddaughters, Misty Smith, Melinda Gallant, Angela Bosman, Rebecca Smith, Sharon Stewart, Beverly Hurtado, Jamie...

Dec 1, 2023

Bentley Olivia Buchanan, 17, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 1, 2023.

Bentley, better known as "BOB" by her family, was well-known in the community both for her serving spirit and her love for animals, especially her dog Zara. There is nothing Bentley would not do for others. It was one of her...

Nov 24, 2023

Alice Paige Parker was an eternally maternal soul, selfless, a giver and sharer of herself, her knowledge and intellect, her realities, struggles, dreams, cures, and her passions. In the same vein, she stood her ground and had the unique ability to teach and nurture others, always making you feel special in the process (and that's because she knew it...

Nov 24, 2023

Marion Wayne Kennemore, age 73, of Ashdown, Arkansas passed away Friday, November 24, 2023.

He was a devoted husband and a member of the SonRise Cowboy Church in Ashdown.  He was the glue to his family that kept everybody together.  Wayne would give you the shirt off his back.

A valued employee of Collins and...

Nov 13, 2023

Thomas Earl Rogers, 89, of Kimball, TN, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at a healthcare facility.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

a complete obituary will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements will be entrusted to Rogers Funeral Home of Jasper, TN (423) 837-7176.

Nov 13, 2023

Charlotte Roberta Hogan, 83, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023.

Charlotte was the daughter of Carl A. Hogan and Palestine Hogan; she was the second born out of seven children. Lived in South Pittsburgh most of her life.

She graduated from Central high school with the class of 1958.

Nov 12, 2023

In a peaceful transition, Marla Rigsby Graham, 54 years of age, made her heavenly move on Sunday, November 12, 2023, in Chattanooga, TN.

Marla was born in Whitwell, TN, on September 9, 1969.  She is survived by her husband Phillip Graham and son Acheson Rigsby Graham, Chattanooga; parents, Nancy and Terry Rigsby, Powell's Crossroads; sister, Terri Lynne...

Nov 11, 2023

Yvonne Marie Norman, 85, of Whitwell, TN, passed away in her home on Saturday, November 11, 2023 while surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Cumberland, TN to Fred and Dorothy Sherrill on April 26, 1938, Yvonne was one of nine children.  She married Walter Herstle Norman on December 22, 1956. They enjoyed a loving marriage of...

Oct 29, 2023

Peggy Lynn Gibbons Durham, 76, of Jasper, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Peggy was a United States Marines Corps Veteran. She served her time as a Corporal during Vietnam.  Prior to her retirement, she worked as a pharmacy Tech for Parkridge Hospital.

She was preceded...

Oct 28, 2023

Delisa Jo Hammons, 61, of Ceres, VA, formerly of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

Delisa was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, caring friend, and devoted Christian.

She was a faithful worker at the church and loved studying and teaching Bible and loved her Lord Jesus.

Delisa loved to...

Oct 24, 2023

Joseph "Joe" Andrew Kovach, 78, of Grundy County, passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023.

There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are by Rogers Funeral Home, 400 laurel Ave, South Pittsburg, Tn (423) 837-7176.

Oct 21, 2023

Jesse "Richard" Pace, Jr., age 60, of South Pittsburg, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 21, 2023. He was in the presence of his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Richard was a fighter and had a desire to live. He fought through a lung disease – surviving a double lung transplant with...

Oct 16, 2023

John "Wayne" Willis, 80, (First E-8 sergeant) of South Pittsburg, TN, passed peacefully on Monday, October 16, 2023 with his loving family by his side.

Wayne served in the United States Army and retired from the Alabama National Guard. He retired from Northeast Community College as the physical plant manager.  Also, he worked for Penn-Drive Cement plant,...

Oct 8, 2023

Gerald Thomas, 84, of New Hope Tennessee passed away peacefully at his home on October 8, 2023.

Gerald  was a passionate and skilled gardener and he thoroughly enjoyed cooking, especially for family gatherings. However, his greatest joy was his grandchildren and great grandchildren, and he was lovingly referred to as Nandaddy by them along with many of...

Oct 7, 2023

Georgia Tate, 93, of Battle Creek passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023.

She was a member of the St John Episcopal Church in Ladd's Cove. Her favorite thing in life was taking care of her family and any child that needed love. Her home was always a place where all were welcome. Her final wishes are to...

Oct 5, 2023

Bobby Horton, age 66, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 5, 2023 with his loving family by his side.

Bobby was born December 6, 1956.

He worked for TVA for 35 years as a heavy equipment operator.

Bobby loved to hunt, fish and spending time with family but especially spending...

Oct 3, 2023

Kermit Bruce Brooks, 61, of South Pittsburg, TN passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 with his loving family by his side.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kermit Brooks Jr., who he loved dearly and is, without a doubt, alongside him now watching over his family.

Bruce was born on November...