Obituaries & Death Notices for Loudon County, TN
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Joshua Adam Stockton
April 30, 2026
The obituary is forthcoming.
The family will receive friends on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Fairview Baptist Tabernacle Church. A funeral service will follow at 7:00 p.m.
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...
Gid Lee Russell
April 25, 2026
Gid Lee Russell, age 87, of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2026. He was a lifelong member of Calvary Baptist Church and the Piney Ruritan Club. Gid loved to travel. He was a people person who never met a stranger.
He is preceded in death by his son, Gary H. Russell; his parents, Fred Russell...
Janet Lynn Harper
April 25, 2026
Janet Lynn Harper, age 66, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026. She was a medical laboratory technologist for over 30 years.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Boyd and Patricia Harper; and her nephews, Brad and Stephen Dills.
She is survived by her daughter, Brittany Davis and husband Clint; her grandson, Riley; her brother, Mark Harper and wife Lee...
Gerald 'Wayne' Ward
April 24, 2026
Gerald “Wayne” Ward age 61, of Loudon, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. Wayne loved the Tennessee Volunteers and watching Scooby Doo.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Don Ward and Linda Perryman, sisters, Delinda Russell and Christine Matoy.
He is survived by his brother, Donnie Ward; his sister, Crystal Cubberley; his nieces, Emma Cubberley, Sophie Cubberley, and Dawn...
Alice J. Strange
April 17, 2026
Alice J. Strange, age 81, of Loudon, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Reuben Strange; infant daughter, Karen; eight brothers; six sisters; and her favorite dog, Rufus.
She is survived by her son, Jimmy Strange; daughter, Tish Miller and husband Donnie; grandchildren, Josh Strange and wife Ashton, Zac Strange and wife Felicia, Tosha...
Dewana Sue Cosner
April 10, 2026
Dewana Sue Cosner, age 72 of Loudon, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. She enjoyed making flower arrangements and working in her flower beds. She loved spending time with her grandkids and great-grandkids.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Cosner Jr.; parents, Shorty and Syebelle Davis; brothers, Larry, Robert, and Benny Davis; and sisters, Judy Nichols and...
Mary Grace James
April 10, 2026
Mary Grace James, age 78 of Loudon, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. She was a member of Prospect Baptist Church and a retired dairy farmer. She was a dedicated 4-H volunteer and a past chapter regent of the Hiwassee Chapter of the DAR.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Owen and Elinor James; and sister-in-law, Genzy James.
She...
Chris Lawrence Wick
April 4, 2026
Christopher “Chris” Lawrence Wick, age 47 of Paint Rock, passed away on April 4, 2026. Chris loved fishing, hunting, four-wheeling, and working on old cars. He was a jokester who enjoyed making others laugh and loved the life he fought to live.
He worked as a welder at Maremont and later at Hackney, where he was known for his hard work...
Lori Ann McDowell
March 31, 2026
Lori McDowell, 50, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, surrounded by family.
She was born in Dowagiac, Michigan, to Phillip and Mickey Crossgrove.
Lori was a woman who found joy in life’s simple and meaningful moments. She loved traveling, getting lost in a good book, and, most of all, spending time with her family. Her warmth, strength, and caring spirit touched...
Dennis Parker
March 29, 2026
The obituary is forthcoming.
There are no services planned at this time.
Bennie Preston 'Scottie' Scott
March 29, 2026
Bennie Preston “Scottie” Scott, age 81, of Philadelphia, TN, went to his final rest on March 29, 2026. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. A longtime employee of Maremont, Preston was known for his exceptional tool and die craftsmanship.
Preston was preceded in death by his father, Hugh Scott; mother, Lucille Scott; brother and sister-in-law, Dennis and Birdie Scott;...
Charles 'Wayne' Sohm
March 26, 2026
Charles “Wayne” Sohm, age 79 of Paint Rock, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2026. He was a graduate of Bearden High School, class of 1964. Wayne proudly served in the United States Army and retired from United Parcel Service after 30 years of dedicated service. Following retirement, he became a full-time beef cattle farmer and loved...
Mike Bivens
March 23, 2026
K. Michael “Mike” Bivens, age 73 of Loudon, TN, went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and kindness. He was a faithful member and deacon of Blairland Baptist Church.
Mike grew up and lived in Loudon his entire life. He attended Loudon High School, where he played on the 1969...
Wayne Ketner
March 21, 2026
Wayne Mitchell Ketner, 63, a long-time resident of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Wayne moved his family to Loudon 35 years ago to open his sign business, SignCrafters. He spent years designing signs for the city and surrounding areas continuing to do so until a few years ago. In the early 2000s, Wayne began...
Darrell Brady
March 16, 2026
James “Darrell” Brady, age 82 of Loudon, passed away on March 16, 2026. He attended Old Sweetwater Baptist Church. He owned Brady Builders for over 35 years and was an animal lover.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Lydia and James Brady.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy Brady; children, Karen Brady Hammontree and husband Bart, and Danny...
Joyce Faye Lusby
March 15, 2026
Joyce Faye Brown Lusby, age 89 of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026. She was a member of Central Baptist where she was dedicated to the church kitchen. She is known for her great cooking and her secret recipes.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Jarrell “Tom” Lusby; parents, John...
David Larry Smith
March 13, 2026
David Larry Smith, age 76, of Loudon, passed away on March 13, 2026. He was a veteran of the United States Army. David loved fishing and classic cars and was a talented woodworker and skilled get-it-done fabricator who could fix or build just about anything. He worked at Maremont for over 36 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents,...
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