Obituary Listing

Apr 18, 2023

Madge Elizabeth Knight Boggild, 99, of New Hope, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.

Most proud of her role in the Manhattan Project where she met the love of her life, Madge Elizabeth and Bob were married 73 years. Madge was an enthusiastic fan of South Pittsburg football.

She was preceded...

Apr 15, 2023

James Newton Wilson (Buddy), 82, of Jasper, TN, passed away from this life Saturday, April 15, 2023.

Buddy was born on September 19, 1940 in Bridgeport, AL, to Dorothy Lilian Lee Wilson (Dot) and James N. Wilson (Spriggy).  Buddy attended Bridgeport High School Graduating in 1958.  After Graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy proudly serving...

Apr 11, 2023

James "Chick" Wesley Thompson, Sr., 90, of Jasper, TN, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023.

Born James Wesley Thompson on December 19, 1932, he was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Thompson and Mildred Evans Thompson Rounsaville.

James was employed for 40 years with South-Central Bell.  He was a member of the Sardis...

Mar 23, 2023

Debbie Griffith, 59, of South Pittsburg, TN passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 23, 2023, with her loving family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Crystal Griffith; brother, Ronnie Griffith; grandparents, Lem Smith and Willie Allison Smith.

Debbie is survived by son, Jeremiah (Candace) Griffith, grandchildren; Kruz Griffith and Kynsley...

Mar 20, 2023

Douglas Albert Lowrey, 88, of Guild, TN passed away peacefully on Monday, March 20, 2023.

He was born August 8, 1934, to Albert Walter and Ollie Mae Morgan Lowrey.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers; Jack, Joe, and Dwight Lowrey, and sisters; Christine Berry, Minnie (Susie) Ballard, Winnie (Bill) Sims, and...

Feb 25, 2023

Grady Newt Haggard, 66, of South Pittsburg, passed away February 25, 2023.

A private memorial will be held for Grady at a later date.

Feb 23, 2023

Sandra Keef Anderson, 71, of Jasper, TN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 23, 2023.

Sandra was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.  She loved to cook and was one of the best around.  She was a faithful member of Jasper First Baptist Church;  where she served in the preschool department and was very active...

Feb 20, 2023

Orphia M. Hickey, age 100,  of Whitwell, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2023.  Orphia was the daughter of the late William Edgar Snodderly and the late Linnie Belle Snodderly.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband...

Feb 20, 2023

Hilda Ann Blevins Olinger, 79, of Long Island, AL passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2023 .

Born March 7, 1943, Hilda was a dedicated, lifetime member of Pine Grove Baptist Church, New Hope, TN.

She was a much sought after hair stylist during her 25 year career, but being a mother and grandmother...

Feb 19, 2023

Linda Rose Rich Toney, 79, of Kimball, Tennessee entered the gates of heaven on Sunday, February 19, 2023.  What a reunion it must have been as she joined her family that had gone on before her!

Linda never met a stranger.  She loved our Lord, her family, friends, genealogy adventures, crocheting afghans, and watching the Vols and...

Feb 9, 2023

Squire Wallace (Watchie) Peoples,  91,  of South Pittsburg, TN., passed away  on Thursday, February 9, 2023.

He was born in Marion County, TN. on November 3, 1931 to

William Vince Peoples and Mary  EdaLinda Shoemake Peoples.

He was retired from the local Carpenters' Union #74 and the Marion County Schools System.

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Feb 5, 2023

Tina Richardson, 56, of Jasper, TN entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Tina was an avid dog lover. She also loved fishing and watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals.

Tina was preceded in death by her Father, David Brown, Grandparents, Irvin and Alma Peek as well as her beloved four-legged companions Daffy...

Jan 31, 2023

Anna Louise Parsons Colquette "Louise" died at home on January 31, 2023,  after a brief period of declining health. She was 93. Born on August 11, 1929, Louise was the only child of Harrison Lafayette Parsons and Silvia Grace Young, both of whom predeceased her. She lived her early life in Scottsboro, Alabama, where her family owned a boarding...

Jan 30, 2023

Ella R. Coppinger Shipley, 65, of Chattanooga, TN died Tuesday, January 31, 2023 in a local hospital.

Born and raised in Jasper, TN, she was a graduate of Marion County High School and attended Tennessee Tech.  She earned her nursing degree in Chattanooga and was a longtime employee of the Dialysis Clinic.  She loved people, music, and...

Jan 28, 2023

Sgt. Robert "Allen" Katherman, 71,  Bethlehem, GA. passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 with his family by his side.

Allen was  born in Parkesburg, PA.  He served in the United Sates Army, for 18 years and was a  very proud Veteran. He was also a truck driver for many years.  He loved to travel and loved...

Jan 28, 2023

Julia Mae Elliott, 87, of South Pittsburg, TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior- Jesus Christ, on January 28, 2023.  She was born in Palmer TN, a daughter of the late Graham and Sarah Nunley.

Julia, better known as Judy, Grandmother or Mawzy lived a long full life and will truly be missed by many....

Jan 28, 2023

Sgt. Roy Houston Avans, Sr. "Sawbriar", 79, of South Pittsburg, TN, took his heavenly journey on Saturday, January 28, 2023.

He left school early to volunteer to serve in the United States Marines in 1961.  He was in the Cuban Missile Crisis before called to serve in Vietnam which he served two tours and received a purple...

Jan 20, 2023

Dorothy Gail Harveston. 76, of South Pittsburg, TN,  gained her wings on Friday, January, 20, 2023.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She loved her family, friends, thrift shopping, and her flowers.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Victor Levan and Hester Levan, brothers; J.T. Levan, Dale Levan, sisters; Ozella...

Jan 19, 2023

Susan Owen Johnson, 64, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away on January 19, 2023 after being hospitalized due to complications with ALS.

Susan was born on November 14, 1958 to Clayton and Betsy Owen in Bridgeport, AL. After Susan graduated from South Pittsburg High School in 1976, she went on to study nursing at UTC and the...

Jan 17, 2023

Gregory Richard Holtcamp, 62, of Whitwell, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

Greg was a graduate of Whitwell High School, class of 1978.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and any outdoor activities.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Orville and Beulah Holtcamp and Geneva Atterton and Luther Roberson,  father;...