Athens, TN Obituaries
Ebin J. Norris
Feb 26, 1956 - Jun 2, 2026
Ebin Jordan Norris II, age 70, of McMinn County, TN passed away at Etowah Health and Rehab on June 2, 2026. He was born to the late Ebin and Effie Norris on February 26, 1956. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and uncle and he will be dearly missed. Ebin was preceded in…
Phyllis Diane Nichols
Jun 2, 1954 - Jun 2, 2026
Phyllis Diane Stephens Nichols, 72, of Athens went home to be with Jesus on June 2, 2026. Phyllis enjoyed spending her weekends exploring estate sales and shopping, often making a day of it every Saturday. Throughout her life, she worked in a variety of occupations. Above all else, Phyllis treasured her family. Her greatest joy…
Joseph Michael Thompson
Mar 9, 1969 - May 29, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Michael Thompson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, son, and friend, who left this world peacefully on May 29, 2026, at Sweetwater Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in the heart of Sweetwater, Tennessee, on March 9, 1969, Mike lived a life filled…
Dennis Eugene Remillard
Oct 9, 1941 - May 25, 2026
Dennis Eugene Remillard, 84, of Sweetwater, TN, went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus on May 25, 2026 at Ft. Sanders Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.Dennis became a Christian in 1965 and later was used by God to establish a branch of Religious Book Discount House in San Diego, CA, which later became the…
Christopher Marvin Suttles
Oct 26, 1979 - May 24, 2026
Christopher "Skittles" Suttles, 46, passed away on May 24, 2026. Christopher had a passion for working on cars and was a devoted fan of the Florida State Seminoles. He enjoyed coaching youth football and baseball, and he never met a stranger, he truly loved people and had a special place in his heart for dogs.…
Michael Phillip Evans Sr.
Oct 4, 1955 - May 18, 2026
Michael Phillip Evans Sr., age 70, of Riceville, Tennessee, entered his eternal rest on May 18, 2026. He was of the Lutheran faith.Born in Dallas, Texas, on October 4, 1955, Michael was the son of the late Paul and Myrtle Evans. While living in Texas, he earned his associate degree and began what would become…
Joyce Curtis
Jun 14, 1955 - May 16, 2026
Joyce "Joy" Crittenden Curtis, 70, of Riceville, TN went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2026.Joy was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and shared 50 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Gary Dean Curtis. She had a love for traveling and found great joy in cooking for those she loved.…
David Richard Martin
Oct 28, 1956 - May 15, 2026
David Richard Martin, age 69, of Calhoun, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 15, 2026. Born on October 28, 1956, he was the son of the late Willie Mae and Albert T. Martin.David was of the Baptist faith and was known as a hardworking man, he worked for many years…
James Guston Head
Nov 6, 1944 - May 12, 2026
James Guston Head, age 81, one of the last O.G. hot rodders, went to the big garage in the sky early in the morning of May 12, 2026, peacefully in his sleep. Jim was preceded in death by his stepfather, Cecil Hughes; mother, Ollie Ruth Hughes; sister, Janey (Curtis) Willeby; and nephew, John David Hughes.Survivors…
Diana Bailey
Oct 12, 1958 - May 12, 2026
Diana Bailey, 67, of Sweetwater, TN went to be with the Lord on may 12, 2026. Diana enjoyed many hobbies throughout her life, always finding ways to stay busy and creative. Among her greatest joys were gardening and watching the birds that visited her yard. Above all else, Diana treasured her family and the time…