Obituary Listing

Sep 16, 2023

Cathy R. Rush, 68, of Jasper, TN, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2023.

Born in Hanford, California to the late Willard and Shirley Robertson.

Survivors include her husband, James Rush.

The family will have a private service at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Rogers Funeral home, 400 Laurel...

Sep 16, 2023

Charles Kenneth Dalton, 86, of Whitwell, TN passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023 with his loving family by his side.

Charles retired from Widows Creek Steam Plant as a machinist.  He was a member and Deacon of Baptist Hill Church and a member of the Olive Branch Lodge of Jasper.

He enjoyed camping, singing,...

Sep 14, 2023

Roger Dale Davenport, 63, of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023.

A graveside services will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. (CDT) at Mount Olive Cemetery,4902 Mt. Olive Rd, Whitwell, TN 37397.

Arrangements are by Rogers Funeral Home, 400 Laurel Ave, South Pittsburg, Tennessee 37380 (423) 837-7176....

Sep 14, 2023

Patricia Anne (Pat) Bruns McLain, 80, of South Pittsburg, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023, with her family by her side.

She was born March 17th, 1943, to the late Hank and Nora Bruns in "Philly" Pennsylvania. She attended Notre Dame High School in Chester, PA. She made her way to Tennessee and worked as...

Sep 13, 2023

Doyle Thomas Hickey, 74, of South Pittsburg, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

Doyle was born August 6, 1949, and was a graduate of South Pittsburg High School class of 1969.

Doyle retired from TVA Widows Creek.  When he was not spending time with his family, he was in his shop woodworking,...

Sep 8, 2023

ROBERT E. (BOB) SHERRILL

11/26/1933 - 9/8/2023

Born in Hixson, Tennessee, Bob moved three years later to South Pittsburg with his parents Ann Anderson and Edgar Bomar Sherrill and sister Earlyne Sherrill Anderson. After graduation from South Pittsburg High School in 1952, Bob attended Middle Tennessee State and then served two years in the Korean...

Sep 1, 2023

Barbara Carter, 86, of Whitwell, TN, went to be with Lord on Friday, September 1, 2023.

Barbara loved spending time and taking care of her beloved puppies.  She enjoyed collecting vintage glassware and loved her flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James B. and Bessie Prestwood; husband, Vernon Carter; son, David Carter;...

Aug 31, 2023

Hilda Kathleen "Katy" Keef Gouger (81), of Whiteside, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.

She was a member of Whiteside United Methodist Church.

Katy was born in Whiteside, Tennessee on October 28, 1941.  She was a 1960 graduate of...

Aug 30, 2023

Roy Lee Fowler, 77, of New Hope, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  He was surrounded by his loving family and will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him.  He was born in Cleveland, TN on November 28, 1945.

He was preceded in death by his father, Haskel...

Aug 24, 2023

Artelia H. Reynolds, 66 of South Pittsburg, TN gained her heavenly wings on Thursday, August 24, 2023, surrounded by her family.

Artelia, better known as "Mrs. Tia", was an active member of Mount Bethlehem Baptist Church until her health wouldn't allow her to attend in person.  Mrs. Tia retired from South Pittsburg Elementary School and Dixie Freeze.  ...

Aug 22, 2023

Sylvia "Jan" Hurst, 67, of South Pittsburg, TN, went to be with the Lord and other loved ones that went on before her Tuesday, August 22, 2023.

She graduated from South Pittsburg High School and was a lifetime resident of South Pittsburg. She worked at many different places over the years with the last 13 years spent...

Aug 19, 2023

Ninnie Vee "Tuffy" Morrison, 87, of Dunlap, TN passed away peacefully, Saturday, August 19, 2023.  Tuffy was born April 12, 1936, to the late Joe and Clara Ashburn in Whitwell, TN.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Tuffy has been a faithful Christian woman her entire adult life and a member of the Church of God faith.  ...

Aug 17, 2023

Sam H. Simmons, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 17, 2023.  He was born in Jasper, TN to Sam H. Simmons and Reba Rice Simmons.

Sam was one of ten children and was the oldest son.

Sam was a born again Christian, devoted to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

His...

Aug 11, 2023

Jerald Vann "Jerry" Colston, 87, of Jasper, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 11, 2023. He went peacefully surrounded by his loving family.  Jerry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle, he was affectionately known as "Fod".  He loved his Lord and Savior, he was a singer, choir director, Sunday School teacher,...

Aug 11, 2023

Baxter Alan McCurry, 27, was born in Chattanooga, TN on April 26, 1996. He tragically lost his life on August 11, 2023.

Baxter grew up in Jasper. He graduated from Whitwell High school, class of 2014. As a student he was best known as an outgoing athlete- playing baseball, football, basketball but above all soccer. He loved...

Aug 10, 2023

Gregor John Wikidal, 62, Born 4/14/1961 in Pasadena CA; passed away 8/10/2023 in Dunlap, TN. Born to immigrant parents seeking a better life, Gregor worked hard until he no longer could physically. He cared for his parents until they both passed away. He followed his family to Tennessee to enjoy retirement.

Survived by his brother Andreas, his...

Aug 10, 2023

Osmundsen, Louise , "Weesie"

With great sadness, the Children of Louise "Weesie" Osmundsen, announce her death on Thursday, August 10, 2023.

As per her request, she simply wanted to be remembered as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

She was a member of the Signal Crest United Methodist Church for...

Aug 8, 2023

Joyce Ann Colston, 72, of Jasper, TN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

She was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Jasper, Tennessee.  Joyce loved her children and grandchildren and loved playing cards with her friends.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Woodrow Colston and Imogene Haggard Yarworth; grandchildren,...

Jul 28, 2023

Nancy Elizabeth Holmes, 51, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Friday, July 28, 2023.

The family will have a service at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Rogers Funeral Home of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, 400 Laurel Avenue, South Pittsburg, Tennessee 37380.

Jul 13, 2023

Lance Fouraker, 42, of Jasper, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

Lance's favorite things to do are fishing, hiking, playing guitar, camping, The Boat, and most of all spending time with his family and friends.

Preceded in death by his father, Robert "Shorty" Rider; sister, Courtney Rider; grandmother, Elva Hunter; grandfather, Vasco...