Obituaries & Death Notices for Loudon County, TN
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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...
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...
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