Obituaries

Loudon, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Loudon, TN area

Randal ‘Randy’ Smith

Randal ‘Randy’ Smith

Nov 28, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Randal D Smith, a devoted father, grandfather and cherished friend, on 11/28/2024 at the age of 65. He passed away peacefully at UT Medical Center, Knoxville TN, surrounded by his loved ones. Randy lived life to the fullest, and was known for his kind, caring, and humorous personality.

 Born on 05/10/1959, Randy was...

Beverly Jean West

Beverly Jean West

Nov 28, 2024

Beverly Jean West, age 58 of Philadelphia, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024. She loved going on adventures with her grandkids. She was a longtime employee at Cracker Barrel in Lenoir CIty.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, James “Joby” and Vera Mitchell, mother, Bonnie Clark, and brother, Ricky Harris.

She is survived by children, Cody West and wife...

Paul Tyler Arden

Paul Tyler Arden

Nov 26, 2024

Paul Tyler Arden, formerly of Loudon, Tennessee, passed away on November 26, 2024, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, one day before his 63rd birthday. 

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, James and Viola Arden. He is lovingly remembered by his children, Caitlyn Evans, Darien McKelvey, and James Arden; his stepson, Cody Pierce; and his siblings, Clayton Arden, Jerry Arden, Patricia...

Ronnie Lee Coker

Ronnie Lee Coker

Nov 23, 2024

Ronnie Lee Coker, age 69 of Sweetwater, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going around visiting people.

He is preceded in death by his parents, R.D and Beatrice Coker.

He is survived by children, John Coker, Jamey Coker and wife Jacci, Christy Whisenhunt and husband Todd, and Darren Coker, sisters, Patsy Tucker and husband Steve, Kathy...

Anna Mae Russell

Anna Mae Russell

Nov 23, 2024

Anna Mae Bledsoe Russell, of Philadelphia passed into the Heavenly Realm on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. 

She is preceded in death by her husband Johnny Ray Russell, and parents Lillard and Mildred Bledsoe, great-grandchild, Charlie Ervin.

She is survived by daughters, Christie Ervin (Danny), Hope Helms (Chris), and Connie Brandon (James), all of Lenoir City, grandchildren, Adam...

Melissa ‘Missy’ Clowers

Melissa ‘Missy’ Clowers

Nov 23, 2024

Melissa “Missy” Clowers, age 58 of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 23, 2024. She enjoyed spending time with her family, doing crafts, and working puzzles.

She is preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Clowers, sister, Denise Chrisman, brother, Donnie Clowers, grandparents, Rev. E.H. and Marie Brock, Gordon and Mable Clowers.

She is survived by her mother,...

Kenneth Miller

Kenneth Miller

Nov 21, 2024

Kenneth Lee Miller, age 68 of Loudon, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. Kenneth enjoyed fishing and mowing.

He was preceded in death by parents, Johnny and Julie Miller; brothers, Paul Miller and Johnny Miller Jr. and sister, Shirley Sledge. He is survived by wife, Daisie Miller; son, Jimmy Miller and wife Courtney; daughter,...

Michael Moore

Michael Moore

Nov 8, 2024

Michael “Mike” Moore, age 68 of Philadelphia, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. Mike enjoyed working on old cars. 

Mike was preceded in death by wife, Barbara Dixon Moore, parents, Paul Ross Moore and Frances Scott Moore, brothers, Paul Ross Moore Jr. and Ike Moore, sisters, Evelyn Moore and husband Jessie H., Olaveine Moore Salyers, Connie Jean Moore Pierce, brother-in-law,...

Robert Ridings

Robert Ridings

Nov 6, 2024

Robert Ridings, age 101 of Loudon, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Robert served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps, and member and Past Master of Tennessee Lodge #204 F&AM. 

Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Sue Ridings; parents, Luther and Queen Ridings, and several brothers and sisters. He is...

Shelba Jean Russell Hooker

Shelba Jean Russell Hooker

Nov 4, 2024

Shelba Jean Russell Hooker, age 85 of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 4, 2024. She was a member of the Loudon Church of the Nazarene. She was an avid Tennessee Vols and Lady Vols fan. She loved her dog Gracie and she loved to read. 

Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Hooker; son,...

Sue Tinnel

Sue Tinnel

Oct 29, 2024

Sue Tinnel passed away on the 29th of October at the age of 61. She was very loved by her family due to her nurturing spirit. She was always there for anyone and everyone. She was known for her good southern cooking skills. Every person in our family would never say no to her biscuits and gravy. It was like...

Joseph 'Joey' Ryan Finch

Joseph 'Joey' Ryan Finch

Oct 25, 2024

Joseph Ryan Finch, age 41 of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 25, 2024. Joey was an avid sportsman. He loved his family. He loved his community which he proudly served. 

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Beryl and Ethel McNabb, and Jerry Finch.

He is survived by his wife, Amy Finch; children, Emily, Maddie, Katie,...

Margie Lovetta Woods

Margie Lovetta Woods

Oct 25, 2024

Margie Lovetta Woods of Loudon, TN, passed away on Friday, October 25, at River Grove after a long battle with dementia.

She loved reading, working, and caring for others. She enjoyed gospel music, with the McKameys being her favorite artist.

Margie was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Lillie May (Motsinger) Whitehead; five brothers: Andrew Whitehead, Leroy Whitehead, Paul Whitehead,...

Anna Lea Mainor

Anna Lea Mainor

Oct 23, 2024

Anna Lea Mainor, age 93 of Loudon, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was a loving mother, she loved her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dewey Mainor, parents, Hugh and Sarah Todd, brothers, Hugh B. Todd, Bill Todd, and John O.Todd, sister, Betty Goodman.

She is survived by...

Mattie L. Croft

Mattie L. Croft

Oct 23, 2024

Mattie Nix Croft, age 84 of Philadelphia, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Suzanne McKee; first husband, Luke Nix, Jr.; children, Ricky Joe Nix and Brenda Kay Nix; brothers, Charles, Arlen, Billy, Larry and Roscoe McKee; sisters, Holly Russell, Effie...

Jason Yates

Jason Yates

Oct 20, 2024

Jason Paul Yates, age 41 of Philadelphia passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Jason was a graduate of Loudon High School, Class of 2001. He worked at Monterey Mushroom as an operator. 

Jason was preceded in death by grandparents, Willie and Dessie Yates and Cleve and Ruth Harris. He is survived by children, Noah and Isaiah Yates; grandson, Asher Knox...

Richard Herman Huffine

Richard Herman Huffine

Oct 18, 2024

Richard Herman Huffine, age 65, of Sweetwater, passed away on October 18, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Dora Russell Huffine; and his brothers, William Randall Huffine and Rodney Lynn Huffine.

Richard is survived by his brother, Russell Dean Huffine; nephews Timothy Huffine and Jesse Huffine; two great-nieces, Riley and Kora Huffine; great-nephew, Lucas Huffine; uncles Michael...

Crawford Dale Cunningham Sr.

Crawford Dale Cunningham Sr.

Oct 18, 2024

Crawford Dale Cunningham Sr., age 81 of Loudon, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024. He retired from Hubbell Manufacturing in Lenoir City. He was Trustee and Member of Hickory Valley Baptist Church. He was an avid gardener, loved animals, gospel music, and his family. 

He is preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Kaye Purdy Cunningham, parents, Earl Crawford Cunningham...

Barbara Ann Sharp

Barbara Ann Sharp

Oct 14, 2024

Barbara Ann Sharp, age 82, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 in her home surrounded by close family. It is with great sadness we convey her departure from this earth to forever be with our Lord and Savior and Barbara's infectious faith serves as a daily reminder of the promise of eternity with Jesus. Barbara was born on June...

Chase Simpson

Chase Simpson

Oct 10, 2024

Joshua Chase Simpson, age 33 of Lenoir City, passed away on Thursday, October 10th, 2024. Chase will be remembered for his optimism, his loving heart, and his never ending encouragement. He was incredibly tech savvy, and especially enjoyed his work in real estate. In his free time he loved spending time with his family, his dogs, and riding horses at...