Athens, TN Obituaries
James Monroe Hobbs III
Dec 14, 1965 - Apr 4, 2026
James Monroe Hobbs III, age 60, passed away April 4, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1965 to the late Susan Weekly Hobbs and Don Hobbs. He is survived by his loving wife, Allison Lain Hobbs; son, John Michael Hobbs; step-children whom he loved dearly, Joseph Lain and Rayne Hobbs; second mom, Eva Hughes;…
Gary Dwight Vincent
Mar 23, 1950 - Apr 2, 2026
Gary Dwight Vincent, age 76, of Athens, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 2, 2026. Gary was born in Sweetwater, Tennessee, on March 23, 1950.He was a longtime resident of Athens, where he was known for his warm smile and kind demeanor. Gary was a dedicated and hardworking man…
Harold Jeffrey Dixon
Jul 18, 1966 - Apr 1, 2026
Harold "Jeff" Jeffrey Dixon, 59, of Calhoun passed away on April 1, 2026. Jeff was born in McMinn County to Harold and Judy Dixon and was a lifelong resident of the area. He was an avid outdoorsman and skilled trapper, founding his own business, Allied Wildlife Management, where he was a licensed professional. Jeff was…
Lonnie Gene Houghton
Jul 1, 1945 - Apr 1, 2026
Lonnie Gene Houghton of Englewood, Tennessee, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on April 1, 2026. He was born in Arlington, West Virginia on July 1, 1945.Lonnie graduated from Fairview High School in 1963 and then joined the United States Navy. After the Navy, he attended and graduated from West Virginia Tech. He worked…
Deborah Ellen Smith
Jul 5, 1957 - Mar 30, 2026
Deborah "Ducky" Ellen Smith, 68, of Spring City, TN went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2026. Deborah had a deep love for the outdoors and found great joy in spending time outside, especially fishing. She was a proud member of the Hook'em Bass Anglers in Woodbridge, Virginia. In addition to her passion…
Kayla Renee Johnson
Feb 5, 1987 - Mar 29, 2026
Kayla Renee Johnson went to be with our Lord on March 29, 2026. She fought courageously against a debilitating illness that began in late 2015. A natural leader with an indomitable spirit, Kayla faced every challenge with strength, grace, and determination. Growing up, she was a powerhouse on both the softball field and the basketball…
Kenneth Roger Prince
Nov 3, 1949 - Mar 28, 2026
KENNETH 'ROGER' PRINCE, 76, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Roger attended Madisonville High School and graduated from Tennessee Wesleyan College with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1972. His career as a General Health Environmentalist for the State of Tennessee lasted for 30+ years,…
Raymond Walter Lockard Jr.
May 7, 1947 - Mar 28, 2026
Raymond Walter Lockard Jr., of Athens, TN, passed away on March, 28, 2026 at his residence. He was born in Pennsylvania to the late Raymond Walter Lockard Sr. and Helen Elizabeth Williams Lockhard.Ray was survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Darlene A. Lockard; his loving children, Lisa M. McMaster (Gary), Raymond W. Lockard…
Stanley Scott Parker
Aug 26, 1959 - Mar 25, 2026
On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Stanley Scott "Sparky" Parker passed from this life at his home in Loudon, Tennessee. Sparky was preceded in death by his father, William Reed Parker, his mother, Arlene Ann Parker, and his aunt, Jeannie Cullom.Sparky is survived by his devoted wife, Donna Blair, whom he loved deeply and fiercely; his…
Renee Annette Dupont
Sep 26, 1966 - Mar 25, 2026
Renee Annette Dupont, age 59, of Madisonville, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Renee will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her love of family, and the quiet strength she brought to those who knew her. Those closest to Renee knew her as someone who offered steadiness in hard moments and kindness in everyday…