Athens, TN Obituaries
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…
Larry Joe Miller
Apr 23, 1957 - Sep 5, 2026
Larry Joe Miller, 69, of Englewood, TN passed away on September 5, 2026. Larry Joe had a deep love for horses and especially enjoyed riding, which was one of his greatest passions in life. He was known for his wonderful sense of humor and was always ready with a joke or a funny story to…
Gary "Rusty" Everette Kyle
Jun 17, 1959 - Sep 3, 2026
Gary "Rusty" Everette Kyle, 67, of Tellico Plains passed away on September 3, 2026. Rusty was a hardworking man who spent his life as a mechanic. He had a natural talent for fixing things and was the kind of person who could figure out how to repair just about anything. He had a true passion…
Angelia Kay Sutton
Oct 21, 1971 - Sep 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angelia Kay Sutton, age 54, of Madisonville, Tennessee, who gained her heavenly wings on September 1, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee after a courageous battle with Lung Cancer. Born on October 21, 1971, in Athens, Tennessee, Angie was a beacon of light and love in the…
David Dewayne Tinnel
Nov 29, 1976 - Aug 31, 2026
David Dewayne Tinnel, age 49, of Sweetwater, Tennessee, passed away at his residence on August 31, 2026.David was born on November 29, 1976, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late Darrell and Deborah "Debbie" Tinnel. He was a good man who worked hard throughout his life, spending many years as a laborer with Local 818 out…
Carolyn June Mahan
Nov 18, 1948 - Aug 29, 2026
Carolyn June Mahan, 77, of Spring City, TN passed away on August 29, 2026.She was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend. Left behind to cherish her memory are her three sons, LB Mahan III, Johnny Mahan and Eddie Matthew Mahan; and sister, Wanda (Steve) Hannah; and many other loved family and friends. Carolyn may…
Christopher Anthony Steffa
Aug 27, 1971 - Aug 27, 2026
Christopher Anthony Steffa, age 55, of Sweetwater, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his residence on August 27, 2026.Chris was born in Bristol, Virginia, on August 27, 1971. He was a simple man who enjoyed the comforts of home and was truly a homebody. Chris worked in the construction industry as a painter and took pride…
Regina Yvonne Thurman
Jun 28, 1966 - Aug 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Regina Yvonne Thurman, age 60, who departed this life to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026, in her longtime hometown of Athens, TN, surrounded by the love of her daughter, Myra. Born on June 28, 1966, Regina graced the world with her…
Nina Amelia Martin
Sep 22, 1965 - Aug 26, 2026
Nina Amelia Martin, 60, of Etowah, TN, passed away peacefully at her home on August 26, 2026, holding the hand of her beloved daughter. Nina had a true green thumb and could grow just about anything. She especially loved yellow roses. She enjoyed shopping and had a special love for animals, especially her beloved dog,…
Steven Avery Shelp
Jan 15, 1960 - Aug 20, 2026
Steven Avery Shelp, 66, of Ten Mile, TN passed away suddenly on August 20, 2026. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on January 15,1960. He was the son of Dr Allan and Charlene Shelp of Vassar, Michigan.Steve was an avid outdoorsman enjoying fishing, hunting, sailing, woodworking and had a great love for his animals and…