Athens, TN Obituaries
Paulette "Polly" McDaniel
Jan 28, 1955 - Apr 13, 2026
Paulette "Polly" Kyle McDaniel, age 71, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, on April 13, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1955, to the late Everette "Pete" Kyle and Rhoda Joe Kyle. Polly was of the Baptist faith and found joy in life's simple pleasures.…
Charlene Cagle Gibbs
May 30, 1936 - Apr 13, 2026
Charlene Cagle Gibbs, 89, of Spring City, TN passed away on April 13, 2026. Charlene served as a teacher's aide at Spring City Elementary School, where she poured her heart into every child she nurtured, loving each one as her own. She had a remarkable gift for remembering the names of every student she ever…
Rebecca Ann Peeler
Mar 12, 1968 - Apr 12, 2026
Rebecca Ann Peeler, lovingly known as Becky, age 58, of Tellico Plains, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2026. Born on March 12, 1968, in McMinn County, Becky brought joy and light to everyone around her. She was the cherished daughter of Harlen Gude and Virginia Ann Coleman.Becky's spirit shone brightly through her passion…
Bobby Ray Blackwell
Oct 27, 1955 - Apr 11, 2026
Bobby Ray Blackwell, age 70, of Athens, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord after a lengthy illness on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born on October 27, 1955, to the late Clifton and Willie Blackwell.It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bobby, a cherished husband,…
Rebecca Ann Ratledge
Jul 29, 1968 - Apr 11, 2026
Rebecca Ann Ratledge, age 57, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away on April 11, 2026. She was born on July 29, 1968.Rebecca was preceded in death by her parents, James Arthur "Oath" Ratledge and Irene Dodson Ratledge; her brother, Randal Lynn Ratledge; and her sister, Stella Rose Webb.She is survived by her loving children, Shawn Edward Phillips and…
Lavada Nell Cardin
Jul 2, 1957 - Apr 9, 2026
Lavada "Nell" Cardin, 68, of Englewood, TN went to be with the Lord on April 9, 2026. Nell dedicated more than 30 years of her life to nursing, caring for each patient she encountered with compassion, kindness, and genuine dedication. Preceded in death by son, Phillip Cardin Mowery; mother, Mary Evelyn Cardin; father, Ernest Carl…
Herbert Cass Hickman
Apr 16, 1949 - Apr 9, 2026
Herbert Cass Hickman, 76 of Decatur, Tn went to be with the Lord Thursday April 9, 2026. He was born to Leona and Herbert Hickman on April 16, 1949. He is preceded in death by his wife of many years, Shirley Morrow Hickman, and three sisters, Beatrice Aikman, Louise Peak, and Maxine McKenzie. Survived by…
Danny Scott Buckner
Mar 4, 1948 - Apr 8, 2026
Danny Scott Buckner, 78, mostly known for the McMinn County area, passed away on Wednesday evening, April 8, 2026, at Turkey Creek Medical Center. He was born on March 4, 1948, a son to the late Desota and Francis Buckner. Danny was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed time spent with his family. In addition…
Beverly Sue Debuty
Feb 2, 1948 - Apr 6, 2026
Beverly Sue Debuty, 78, of Athens reunited with her mother in Heaven on April 6, 2026.Beverly worked for seven years as a housekeeper at Days Inn and Super 8 Motel in Athens, where she was known for her strong work ethic and dedication. Outside of work, she found joy in life's simple pleasures, especially horror…
Reed Clayton Truelove
Aug 2, 1940 - Apr 5, 2026
Reed Clayton "R.C." Truelove, 85, of Englewood, TN, passed away peacefully at his home on April 5, 2026. Born on August 2, 1940, to the late Leonard "L.J." and Roxie Truelove, Reed was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was a dedicated businessman, owning and operating Reed's Printing Service for over 30 years.…