All Obituaries

Otha Leeo Francis, of the Paint Rock Community, passed peacefully at her home on Monday, November 16, 2020, after a long battle with Alzheimers.  She was of the Christian faith and attended Pleasant Hill Methodist Church.  She loved life and spending time with friends and family. She is preceded in death by her father, Pryor Watson; mother, Leeo Watson; brother, Roscoe Watson and granddaughter, Danielle Elizabeth Dunne, from the Notchy Creek Community. Survived by her...

Jo Ann Scott, age 78, of Ten Mile, took her heavenly flight on Monday, November 9, 2020 at her home, surrounded by family. She loved Jesus and serving her God. She was a seamstress and quilt maker. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, H.C. Scott; parents, James Elmer and Edna Glandon; brothers; James Elmer Glandon and Frank Albert Glandon. She is survived by her children, Teresa Scot,t of...

Patrick L. Donoho, age 80 of Philadelphia, went home to be with the Lord on November 8, 2020. He was a truck driver and mechanic. He loved to spend time in the garden and tinker with anything that had a motor. He was an active member of Reed Springs Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Archie and Earla Chambers; sister, Sharon Tunstall. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Beulah Donoho; daughters, Rachelle Ipaye and husband Wilson, of Knoxville and Cherie Kim...

Bill Coker, age 67, of Philadelphia, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020. He loved horseshoes, cornhole, and working on lawnmowers. Bill always took care of his family. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Dorothy Coker; brother-in-law, Doug Russell; and nephew, Darrell McDonald. He is survived by his wife, Lilah Coker; daughters, Hannah Hensley, Jill Carter and husband Keith, Jackie Coker; step-daughters, Mary White and Teresa Johnson; grandchildren, Alyssa...

Wanda Lucille (Lonas) Scott, age 71 of Philadelphia, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 1, 2020.  She was a faithful member of Freedom to Worship Baptist Church for the last 30 years.  She was known as a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. Wanda was preceded in death by husband, Frankie James Scott; Parents, Walter E. and Mary E. Lonas; Brother, Jimmie Lonas; Special Friend, Arnold Miller; and 7 Great-Grandchildren. Wanda is survived by children, Eddie...

Hazel Marie Johnson, age 73 of Loudon, passed away Tuesday October 27, 2020. She was a gospel singer and attended Freedom House of Worship. She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry Johnson; parents, Tom and Della Ricker; grandson, Leson Crawley; and sisters, Margaret Gray, Bernice Yates and Lula Belle Moses. Mrs. Johnson is survived by daughters, Kimberly Borneby, Tammy Ridings and husband Jeremy; son,Timothy Crawley; grandchildren, Tyler Plemons, C’rez Mayotte, Wade...

Rudi H. Berge age 68, of Philadelphia passed away on Sunday October 25, 2020. Rudi was a veteran of the United States Army where he achieved the rank of Captain. He had a passion for science and nature. Friends may visit Loudon Funeral Home on Saturday October 31, 2020 from 9am-10:30am. Graveside services will follow at 11am in the Loudon County Memorial Gardens with Rev. Rusty Buchanan officiating. In lieu of flowers please make donations to American Legion Post 120. P.O. Box 582...

Roy J. White, age 81 of Loudon, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Roy was a member and deacon of Corinth Baptist Church, and a lifelong farmer. Mr. White is preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Edith White; wife, Willie Mae Foster; and sister-in-law, Patsy White. He is survived by his wife, Debra Ann White; son, Jackey White; brothers, Charles White and wife Sue, Jerry White and wife Sue, all of Loudon, and H.L. White of West Virginia; sister,...

Dorothy “Dottie” Atchley Pence, age 93 of Lenoir City, formerly of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Dottie is preceded in death by husband, Robert Pence; Grandson, Michael Shirley; Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Atchley Sr; Father and mother in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Pence; and Brother, Chester N. Atchley Jr. Dottie is survived by daughter, Peggy Shirley and husband Mike, Joy Lobence and wife Christina; Grandson, Robert Benjamin Shirley;...

On Sunday, October 18, 2020, Nannie (Carol) Littleton, age 76, breathed her last breath upon this earth. She was born in Rockwood, TN. She worked at and retired from Maremont. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Ralph Bert Johnson and Nannie Hazel Lennex; and a brother, James Richard Johnson. Carol is survived by her five children and their spouses: Theresa Vineyard, Bruce and Sharon Vineyard, Leona and Donny Wattenbarger, Lesa Vineyard and Timothy Collins. She also...