Obituaries & Death Notices for Loudon County, TN

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Richard L. Settlemire

Richard L. Settlemire

Feb 13, 2026

Richard Lawrence Settlemire, age 94 of Loudon, formerly of Redlands, CA, went to go be with the Lord on February 13, 2026.

He was an Army veteran and backhoe operator. He had a kind heart and helped many people, he would give anyone the shirt off his back.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Bernine Joanne Settlemire; and son, Larry...

Charles Ray Edgemon

Charles Ray Edgemon

Feb 12, 2026

Charles Ray Edgemon, age 79 of Sweetwater, Tennessee, passed away on February 12, 2026. He loved working on mechanical projects and taking things apart to see how they worked. He was a God-fearing and loving man who had a deep appreciation for his semi-trucks, equipment, and his horse, Chance.

He was the son of Roy and Mary Lee Edgemon.

He was preceded...

Helen Lee McKee

Helen Lee McKee

Feb 9, 2026

Helen Lee McKee, age 57, of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on February 9, 2026. She loved spending time caring for the children in her family. Helen enjoyed fishing and attending church at Old Sweetwater Baptist Church. She was a longtime employee of McDonald’s and JB’s in Lenoir City.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frankie McKee;...

Hazel M. Riddle

Hazel M. Riddle

Feb 7, 2026

Mrs. Hazel McNabb Riddle of Philadelphia, TN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 99. She was residing at Life Care Center of Hickory Woods, a long-term skilled care facility in Antioch, TN.

Mrs. Riddle was born and lived for 90 years in her beloved Loudon County. She attended Loudon High School and was in the...

Tony Wayne Sitzlar

Tony Wayne Sitzlar

Feb 5, 2026

Tony Wayne “Slim” Sitzlar went to be with God on February 5, 2026. He was a beloved father and a valued member of his community. Tony had a kind heart and a deep love for his family and friends.

He was well known for his musicianship and proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War aboard...

Stephen 'Steve' Joseph Vodila

Stephen 'Steve' Joseph Vodila

Feb 3, 2026

Stephen “Steve” Vodila, age 77, of Kingston, TN, passed away doing what he loved on his tractor on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Steve proudly served his country in the Navy from 1969–1974 aboard the USS Whale. Born and raised in northeast Ohio, he made his forever home in East Tennessee for the past 30 years. He was known for his...

Richard Davis Sampson III

Richard Davis Sampson III

Feb 3, 2026

Richard Davis Sampson III, age 64, of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2026. He was a graduate of Loudon High School and retired from Webb and Sons Construction. Richard was a member of First Baptist Church of Philadelphia. He was a bluegrass musician who played several instruments and enjoyed fishing, bowling, and motorcycles. He was...

Ervin L. Putman

Ervin L. Putman

Feb 3, 2026

Ervin L. Putman, age 80 of Loudon, passed away on February 3, 2026.

He is preceded by wife, Betty Putman.

He is survived by and sons, Marvin Deihl and Ervin Putman, Jr.

No services are planned at this time.

Rickey Dale Hill

Rickey Dale Hill

Feb 2, 2026

Rickey Dale Hill, age 67, of Ten Mile, went home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2026. He loved visiting with his family, especially with his children and grandchildren and driving through the mountains. He was a Sergeant in the Army National Guard, where he served as an infantryman. Rickey was a preacher, delivering his first sermon in...

Evelyn Deloris Kirkland

Evelyn Deloris Kirkland

Jan 30, 2026

Evelyn Deloris Kirkland, age 94, of Loudon, passed away on January 30, 2026, in her home of more than 70 years, where she raised her five children and, with great delight, welcomed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an excellent homemaker and a strong Christian woman who taught all of her children the love of the Lord. She was a...

Michael Ray Miller

Michael Ray Miller

Jan 23, 2026

Michael Ray Miller, 67, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 23, 2026. 

Michael was a man who never lacked a story. He loved fishing and telling fish stories, spending countless hours hunting arrowheads along the banks of the Tennessee River. Many of his favorite wild tales came from past adventures with friends, often involving laughter, long nights, and memories...

Mary Brogdon

Mary Brogdon

Jan 15, 2026

Mary H. Brogdon, age 94 of Loudon, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026. She was a proud campground host at the Indian Boundary Campground in the Cherokee National Forest for 40 years.

She is preceded in death by husband, Johnnie Brogdon, grandson, Chase Lambert, parents, Sam and Lizzy Thompson, brothers, Elmer Thompson and Robert Thompson, sister, Johnnie Faye Moore.

She is...

Aubriana Jo Danielle Pratt

Aubriana Jo Danielle Pratt

Jan 14, 2026

Aubriana Jo Danielle Pratt, precious daughter and beloved angel to Charles Pratt, Jake Rambish, and Courtney Pratt, passed away at just 39 days old. In the short time she was with us, she brought immeasurable joy, love, and light to everyone blessed to know her.

Aubriana’s sweet spirit and gentle presence touched every heart she encountered. Her soft smiles, tiny fingers,...

Deloris 'Deane' Kiser

Deloris 'Deane' Kiser

Jan 13, 2026

Deloris Deane Kiser passed peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly Father on the evening of January 13, 2026. Born at home in Loudon County on January 1, 1934, Deane was the youngest of four born to Luther and Vaul Stewart, and just celebrated her 92nd birthday on New Year’s Day. She led a life of deep love and devotion...

Patricia 'Gail' Campbell

Patricia 'Gail' Campbell

Jan 13, 2026

Patricia “Gail” Campbell, age 78, of Loudon, passed away peacefully at home on January 13, 2026, surrounded by her family and dearest of friends. Gail was born to J.Y. and Johnnie Ruth McNabb on May 13, 1947, in Loudon, TN, spending all her life in Lenoir City and Loudon, Tennessee. Her greatest joys and memories were of fun times spent...

Wanda Geraldine Murr

Wanda Geraldine Murr

Jan 13, 2026

Wanda Geraldine Murr, age 80, of Loudon, passed away on January 13, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Murr; her parents, John and Vina Lambert; her brother, Hobert Lambert; and her nephew, Carl Lambert.

She is survived by her niece, Lisa Lambert Palmer; her nephew, Jim Lambert; her sister-in-law, Marie Lambert; and her cousin, J.C. Jodd.

A graveside service...

Pauline Marie Evans

Pauline Marie Evans

Jan 13, 2026

Pauline Marie Evans, age 90, of Kingston, passed away on January 13, 2026, at her home with family by her side. She was born June 3, 1935, in Rockwood, Tennessee.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jesse W. Evans; daughter, Patricia Evans; parents, Herman and Nettie Ezell (Daniels); brothers, Floyd, Vernon, Jack, Freddie, Bill, and Chester Ezell; and...

Allene H. Henderson

Allene H. Henderson

Jan 9, 2026

Allene H. Henderson, age 97, of Loudon, went home on Friday, January 9, 2026. She was a member of Stockton Valley Baptist Church and retired from Yale in Towne after 35 years of service.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Henderson; grandson, Randy Montooth; son-in-law, Wayne Montooth; and sisters, Jubie Jenkins and her identical twin, Josie Wice.

Allene is...

Yaretzi Paola Moran

Yaretzi Paola Moran

Dec 29, 2025

Yaretzi Paola Moran, age 18, of Loudon, passed away on December 29, 2025.

She was a graduate of Loudon High School, where she played soccer, and was furthering her education at Lincoln Tech in welding. Yaretzi was a loving sister and aunt who was cherished by her family. She enjoyed listening to music, especially Junior H, and loved cherry designs, even...

Raymond Lawrence Brown Sr.

Raymond Lawrence Brown Sr.

Dec 29, 2025

Raymond Lawrence Brown Sr., age 80, of Lenoir City, previously of Loudon, passed away on December 29, 2025. He was a Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medal recipient and a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving as a Sergeant (E-5) Tank Commander. He was also an Orange Heart Medal recipient. Raymond loved bowling.

He was preceded in death by...