Athens, TN Obituaries
Kenneth Dale Johnson
Jul 19, 1955 - Sep 22, 2026
Kenneth "Pop" Dale Johnson, 71, of Sweetwater, TN went to be with the Lord on September 22, 2026. Kenneth was a simple man who found joy in the things he loved. He enjoyed working on old televisions, clocks, and radios, and spent much of his life working as a house painter. Above all, Kenneth was…
Susan Renea Martin
Nov 2, 1978 - Sep 21, 2026
Susan Renea Martin, 47, of Athens went to be with the Lord on September 21, 2026. She passed away peacefully at Hospice Care Center of Chattanooga after a four year battle with cancer. Susan was of the Baptist faith. Susan had a special love for cats and found joy in the simple things in life.…
Edward Dale Carter
Nov 2, 1955 - Sep 20, 2026
Edward Dale Carter, age 70, born November 2, 1955 in Akron Ohio passed away on September 20, 2026 after a long illness at his home Sweetwater, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marietta Catherine Carter of Doyle, Tennessee; father, Earl Henry Carter of Canal Fulton, Ohio; sister, Cheryl Anne Knowles of Doyle,…
Susan Carol Ratliff
Sep 12, 1967 - Sep 17, 2026
Susan "Doc" Ratliff, a proud United States Navy veteran, published poet, animal lover, and beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, was received into the arms of Jesus on September 17, 2026 at the age of 59. She served her country as a Navy Corpsman from 1987 to 1999, including during Operation Desert Storm. After her…
Paula Elizabeth Willis
Oct 14, 1950 - Sep 13, 2026
Paula Elizabeth Willis, age 75, of Rockwood, TN, passed away at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN on September 13, 2026. She was born on October 14, 1950, in Rochester, Indiana, to the late James and Myrtle Clark.Paula was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She enjoyed doing crafts and, most of…
Gary Reed Frazier
Jun 23, 1950 - Sep 11, 2026
Gary Reed Frazier, age 76, of Etowah, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on September 11, 2026. He was born on June 23, 1950, to the late Ray and Nell Frazier.Gary was a devoted family man known for his irrefutable kindness, unwavering resolve, and generous heart. He was the kind of person who would…
Earl John Henderson
Nov 3, 1935 - Sep 10, 2026
Earl John "John" Henderson, 90, of Athens, passed away at his home on September 10, 2026.John was known for his outgoing personality and never met a stranger. He was a member of Pond Hill Baptist Church.Per his request, there will be no formal services.Companion Funeral and Cremation Service of Athens is in charge of these…
Earl Ruben Ricker
Oct 8, 1964 - Sep 8, 2026
Earl Ruben Ricker, 61, of Decatur passed away on September 8, 2026.Earl was an outdoorsman at heart who found great joy in fishing, hunting, and spending time in nature. He especially enjoyed picking berries and being outdoors whenever he could. Earl was known for his kind and generous heart and his willingness to help others.…
Linda Sue Davis
May 14, 1964 - Sep 8, 2026
Linda Sue Davis, 62, went to her Heavenly Home on September 8, 2026. Linda found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved spending time at the casino, relaxing at the beach, and enjoying days spent fishing. Above all else, Linda cherished her family. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and…
Kenneth Alan Stokes
Jul 21, 1953 - Sep 5, 2026
Kenneth Alan Stokes, age 73, of Etowah, TN, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 5, 2026. He was born in Atlanta, GA, to the late James Mayo Stokes and Annie Laverne Stokes.Kenneth began welding at just 17 years old and went on to become a certified welder, working in a profession he truly…