Obituaries & Death Notices for Loudon County, TN
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Benny Richard Walden
June 6, 2026
Benny R. Walden, age 81, of Paint Rock, went to be with the Lord on June 6, 2026.
Benny worked as a farmer and at Monterey Mushrooms. He loved farming and spending time outdoors. He was a member of High Ridge Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Emma Mae Bradshaw Walden; parents, Edgar L. Walden and Theodore Bandy...
Bobby Sean Lankford
June 2, 2026
Bobby Sean Lankford, age 56, of Loudon, passed away in the comfort of his own home on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 surrounded by family and close friends.
Bobby proudly served the community he loved through his career with the Loudon Police Department, where he dedicated 30 years of service. He also served on the regional SWAT team, assisting throughout Loudon, Roane,...
James Newman Galyon Jr.
May 31, 2026
James Newman Galyon Jr., age 93, of Kingston, passed away on May 31, 2026.
Born in Paint Rock, James attended Midway High School and spent many years working for the Clinton Courier and the Roane County News, where he served in several capacities throughout his career.
James was of the Methodist faith. He was a talented photographer, gifted guitar player and musician,...
Tommie Williams
May 31, 2026
Tommie Williams,age 70, of Philadelphia, passed away on May 31, 2026, at Sweetwater Hospital. She loved her dogs, Jen and King.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Williams; son, Jody Moser; parents, Louie and Jean Russell Haney; sisters, Kay Thompson and Beverly Morris; nephew, Danny Nix; and brother, David Allen Crisp.
Tommie is survived by her son, Lynn Moser;...
Kasa Stokes
May 30, 2026
Kasa Marie Stokes, 39, of Lenoir City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.Kasa was born on February 26, 1987, in Gadsden, Alabama, to Michael and Donnette Stokes. She dedicated her life to her faith in Jesus Christ, her family, and her close friends.Kasa loved music, laughter, and spending time with the people she...
Sonja McCrary
May 27, 2026
Sonja McCrary, age 61, of Loudon passed away on May 27, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harley and Ruth McCrary.
Sonja is survived by her stepmother, Barbara McCrary; uncles, Ricky McCrary and wife Sherri, and Marvin McFalls and wife Fran; special cousins, Hannah Scheen, Micah McCrary, and Elliot Scheen; stepsister, Heather Exum and husband Joey; stepbrother, Kevin Casteel...
Shirley J. Hicks
May 26, 2026
Shirley J. Hicks, age 90, of Loudon, passed away on May 26, 2026. Her final days were spent surrounded by her loving family.
Shirley attended Loudon High School and retired from Yale Lock Company, where she worked as an inspector. She attended Bethel United Methodist Church and was a member of the choir.
She enjoyed her retirement by staying active through walking,...
Sharon Conder
May 22, 2026
Sharon Revette Brookshear Conder, age 55, of Philadelphia, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026.Sharon was born on August 12, 1970. She was a CPA and attended Roane State and graduated cum laude from Tennessee Tech University. Sharon attended Grace Community Church. She loved spoiling her grandbabies and spending time with her family. She adored her dog, KC, enjoyed soaking...
Cynthia Elaine Kinser
May 13, 2026
Cynthia Elaine Kinser passed from this life on May 13, 2026, with her family and friends at her side.
She was proud of her Vanderbilt University Bachelors and Stetson University Juris Doctorate degrees. Cindy’s work included service with the TN Attorney General’s Office, where she enjoyed her consumer protection work, which included an argument before the US Supreme Court, as well...
Patricia Ann Henderson
May 11, 2026
Patricia Ann Henderson, age 73, of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on May 11, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Henderson; her parents, William and Ruby Lee; and sisters, Sue and Connie.
She is survived by her daughters, Ruby Hodge, Ronda Henderson, and Shannon Herrera; grandchildren, KaDrean Brewster, Brittany Brewster, Drake Pierce, and Brandon Hodge; many...
Dean Johnson
May 7, 2026
Roy “Dean” Johnson, 75, of Paint Rock, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026. He was a loving husband, brother, father, and friend, but first and foremost, he was a son of our Holy Father. He was an avid gardener. He and his wife, Sharon, canned vegetables and ran a produce stand in Lenoir City. He loved talking with...
Linda ‘Cindy’ Smith
May 6, 2026
Linda (Cindy) Smith
Age 83
Philadelphia, TN
Linda (Cindy) Smith passed away on May 6, surrounded by her family at Woods Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.
Born March 2, 1943, in California, Linda was a lifelong resident of Tennessee. She was a graduate of Loudon High School and Vanderbilt Banking School.
Linda worked at several local banks and pharmacies, but especially treasured her years...
Jerry M. Dotson
May 5, 2026
Jerry M. Dotson, age 67, of Sweetwater passed away on May 5, 2026.
Jerry was known for his generosity, humor, and the way he could make those around him feel welcome. He will be remembered for the laughter he shared, the kindness he showed to others and the love he had for his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by...
Issac 'Harlan' Jenkins
May 3, 2026
Issac “Harlan” Jenkins passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Fort Loudoun Medical Center.
He was a loving husband and father who cared deeply for his family and friends. He was a Christian who enjoyed old-time preaching and gospel music.
Known by many as “Jawman,” he made friends across the country over the years through his time in the Air Force, drag...
Gregory Kent Wilson
May 2, 2026
Gregory Kent Wilson, age 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on May 2, 2026.
Greg was born on April 11, 1956, in Beloit, Wisconsin. His family later relocated to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, where he attended school and went on to graduate from Farragut High School.
Greg provided for his family as a delivery route driver, with his last employer being...
Katherine 'Kathy' Proaps
May 1, 2026
Katherine “Kathy” Henrietta Proaps, age 55, of Madisonville, passed away on May 1, 2026.
She drove a school bus in Loudon for 12 years. Kathy loved to dance and play pool and had a passion for sports cars. She was strong-willed and very independent, and a loving mother and Mamaw.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Taylor Cooper; her...
Joshua Adam Stockton
April 30, 2026
Joshua Adam Stockton, 47, of Sweetwater, TN, passed away on April 30 while living a life full of love, laughter, faith, and hard work.
Josh lived wide open, with his foot on the gas and his mind already on the next big idea. He made everyone feel like the most important person in the room. Always quick to smile, he turned...
Ruth 'Ruthie' Miller Lynn
April 27, 2026
Ruth “Ruthie” Miller Lynn of Loudon died Monday morning, April 27, 2026, at Parkwest Hospital. Ruthie was a retired employee of Maremont Corporation and was of the Baptist faith.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Mintha Perryman Miller; brothers, Jesse, Lowell, and Bill Miller; and sisters, Marie Norris, Carrie Barnard, Christine Ownby, Anne Jenkins, and Virginia Wallace.
Survivors...
Mary Alice Gose La Rue
April 27, 2026
Mary Alice Gose LaRue went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 27, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Hobart Scott and Iona Davis Gose. Mary Alice was born on November 2, 1933, in Hickory Valley, Maynardville, Union County, Tennessee, where she lived until the building of Norris Dam forced her family to relocate to Monroe...
Harley Edison Bledsoe
April 26, 2026
Harley Edison Bledsoe, age 83, formerly of Loudon, joined his heavenly family on April 26, 2026. After retiring from Family Brands in Lenoir City, he moved to Virginia to live with his son. Harley loved collecting antiques and discussing politics.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillard and Mildred Bledsoe, and his sister, Anna Bledsoe Russell.
He is survived by...
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