Obituary Listing

Sep 10, 2021

Agnes Rector

Agnes Jane Rector, 77, from the Sweentens Cove Community of South Pittsburg, went to her heavenly home on Friday, September 10, 2021.

Agnes was born on September 5, 1944 to the late Greene Avans and Zada Bess Avans.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Elizabeth Avans and Belle...

Sep 9, 2021

Mrs. Patsy Colvard Kilgore, longtime resident of Jasper, TN, died on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at home surrounded by family after a brief illness.

Born in South Pittsburg, TN Patsy was the daughter of the late Charles Burch Colvard, Sr. and Essie Mae Blancett Colvard and a graduate of South Pittsburg High School and Tennessee Wesleyan College....

Sep 6, 2021

Robert C. (Bobby) Kilgore entered into the pearly gates of heaven after a short illness on the evening of September 6, 2021.

He was a loving Husband, Daddy, Poppy and Brother.  Known by most as Bobby he owned and operated Kilgore Heating and Air for 24 years.

He served in the Army National Guard for...

Sep 6, 2021

Anna Mae Rollins, 54, of South Pittsburg, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021.

Anna Mae was a member of the Bible Church of God in South Pittsburg.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to all that knew her and to know her was to love her.

Preceded in...

Sep 5, 2021

Kimberly Ann Holland, 54, of Kimball, TN passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 5, 2021.

Kim was a light to her family.  She loved to watch Price Is Right, eat fudge popsicles, and wear her diamond ring.  She also had a love for M&Ms, sunglasses and Coke Icees.  She enjoyed singing with her family...

Sep 5, 2021

Beverly Jane Davis,66, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021,  She was born on August 26, 1955 in South Pittsburg, TN.

Beverly was employed at Provident for 28 years.

She treasured her children and was a dedicated mother first and foremost.  She especially loved being a Nana and embraced every moment with her grandchildren.

Aug 31, 2021

Horace Franklin Holland, 81, of Kimball, TN, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

He owned his own barber shop in South Pittsburg, and retired after 52 years of service in his local hometown. He was affectionately known as "The Barber."  He enjoyed shooting pool in his basement and working on old cars. Horace also served as...

Aug 28, 2021

Argie Moore,71, of New Hope, TN., passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Argie was born on November 7,1949 in Jasper, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Marion and Equilla Shrum and preceded in death by her sisters, Rosie and Esther.

Argie loved the Lord and her family. She was a lover of...

Aug 20, 2021

The heart of our family has ceased to beat with the passing of Margaret Melhorn Henderson, our Mama, Granny, Big Granny on Friday, August 20, 2021 at the age of 96, of Jasper, Tennessee.

Born to Henry and Maggie M. Melhorn in Rockwood, Tennessee, she spent her childhood there assisting with the care of her four younger...

Aug 16, 2021

Angela Renee Prahl, 51, of South Pittsburg, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Brenda Ezell.

Survivors include her husband, Frank Prahl; father, William R. Ezell; and six children.

The family will have a private graveside.

There will be no public visitation.

Aug 14, 2021

Virgil Adams, 88, of Chattanooga, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 14, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Versa Adams; brother, Royce A. Adams; nephews, Stephen Adams.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Katheryn M. Adams, children, Michael M. Adams, and Norma A. Clark...

Aug 10, 2021

Larry Randall Parker, 77, of Jasper, TN passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 after a brief illness.

Larry was retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and a wonderful friend to many.  He was of the Baptist faith and a regular attendee at Jasper First Baptist Church.

He...

Aug 6, 2021

Rev. Sherman L. Lackey

Rev. Sherman L. Lackey, 65, of South Pittsburg, passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021.

He was of the Holiness Faith for forty years and the pastor of Richard City Holiness Church.

He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  He was an electrician by trade for forty years...

Aug 1, 2021

On Sunday, August 1, 2021, Addie Jo Phillips, 66, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus Christ.  She was a lifetime resident of Jasper, TN at her family's original home place.  Addie was born on August 24, 1954 to the late Mack "Skipper" and Stella Grider Phillips.  She was the youngest of twelve Phillips siblings and the one...

Jul 31, 2021

Joann Black Walker of South Pittsburg, TN died Saturday, July 31, 2021 .  She was a charter member of Sweeten's Cove Church of Christ and an Elementary school teacher for 52 years.

Joann was preceded in death by her parents, Roland and Lily Robinson Black,  her husband,  Bobby Frank Walker,  her sister Betty Mickler,  her niece  Jennifer...

Jul 26, 2021

John Allen Smith, 79 passed away Monday, July 26, 2021 with his wife of 51 years by his side.  John was born in Eagan, TN., but spent most of his life in South Pittsburg and Kimball, TN.  After working for Penn-Dixie Cement Co., John worked for TVA until his retirement.

He enjoyed the time spent with his...

Jul 24, 2021

Emma Lucillie Arendale Colvin, 89, of Soddy Daisy, formerly of South Pittsburg, TN; passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021.

She was a member of the South Pittsburg Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Mary Arendale Russell and Walter E. Arendale; husband, Roy J. Colvin; brothers, Glenn, Herman Arendale; and...

Jul 23, 2021

Clifton "Coby" Hookey, Jr., of South Pittsburg, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 23, 2021.

Coby was a 2004 graduate of South Pittsburg High School.  He became a journeyman electrician and worked for many years for Lawson Electric Co.  The love of his life was his daughter Olivia Rose.  He loved spending time outdoors on the creek...

Jul 22, 2021

Lettie "Lois" Farmer 89, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021.  She was married to William Wesley "Wes" Farmer for over 67 years, they had four children, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  She was a member of Lookout Valley Baptist Church for over 65 years.

Lois is preceded in death by her husband, William...

Jul 20, 2021

Virginia Powers, 94, of Jasper, TN, formerly of Richard City, TN, passed away in Chattanooga, TN, following a short illness on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

The daughter of the late John and Sara Etta Friel Gibson.

Virginia is best known for managing the old Sue's Snack Bar in South Pittsburg, TN.  She was a member...