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Reta Bull Whitten, 92, of Etowah, TN, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, Julius and Betty Starkey; sister, Irene Corn; brothers, Luke Starkey, Howard Starkey, Dewey Starkey; son, Brandon Bull. She is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Janice and Gary Smith, Marcia and Gary Sivley; sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Ralph Peel; sister-in-law, Wanda Starkey; several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Bordwine Funeral Home. Friends and family will meet at Bordwine Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. and proceed to Conasauga Cemetery for the 2:30 p.m. graveside service. Bordwine...

Helen Jo Morrison, 86, of Etowah, TN passed away Monday, October 2, 2023. Helen attended East Etowah Church of God. She loved to read and shop in her free time. She enjoyed traveling, learning about history and her family genealogy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence "L.M." Morrison; parents, Mitch and Mattie Buckner; brother, Glen Buckner; sister, Sarah Trull, Wanda Sue "Mon" Wilson. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Robin Morrison; grandchildren and spouses, Zac and Amy Morrison, Erica Morrison, Garrett and Kaitlyn Morrison; 7 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October...

Col. Jimmy Ray Williams, former pastor of LaMarque Baptist Chapel, left his earthly home to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, September 23rd 2023. His life was a rich and full one of accomplishments and achievements after overcoming difficulties. He loved God, Country, and his family. He served in the military for over 40 years and was employed by the State of Texas as a social worker. Promoting gospel music was his passion. He followed Christ's example of caring for the down-trodden. Rev. Williams was born in Etowah, TN to his parents Ray and Grace (Burns) Williams. He grew up in Good Springs area and gave his heart to Jesus as a child at the Good Springs Baptist Church. He was...

Col. Jimmy Ray Williams left his earthly home to be with his heavenly father on Saturday, September 22nd 2023. His life was a rich and full one of accomplishments and achievements after overcoming difficulties. A man who loved God and Country, he was called to preach at only 15 years of age. He pastored churches in New Mexico, Texas, Idaho, Missouri, Kentucky and Arizona, as well as preached in various other venues. He had a great love for gospel music, singing and promoting this passion with monthly singings at the churches he pastored, special gospel singing events for the public as well as radio and TV broadcasts. He himself sang, recording an album of gospel music as a soloist and...

George Edward Rich Jr., otherwise known as Coach Rich, 77, of Etowah, TN passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Eddie was a long-time educator and coach in Cocke County and McMinn Central. He was a well-known principal at Mountain View Elementary School. In his free time, he loved to take care of his yard and do any type of landscaping. He was an outstanding athlete at Carson Newman University, playing football and baseball. While at Carson-Newman, he was on the National Championship Baseball Team. Eddie was an avid U.T. fan and loved to cheer on all sports. He was a great role-model and mentor to several people. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Elsie Rich;...

Susannah Frances Wilson 39, of Etowah, TN, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and best friend on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Emily Addison Beavers; her parents, Dr. Charles and Missy Wilson; brother and sister-in-law, Adam and Ruthie Wilson; niece, Olive Wilson; grandmother, Fran Dorward, all of McMinn County; her aunt, Elaine Dorward-King of Park City, Utah. Susannah graduated from McMinn Central High School and attended Maryville college before entering the U.S. Navy where she served in Sicily and Djibouti. After her Navy service she worked as the Monroe County Veterans Service Officer and with other veteran programs, tirelessly...

Robert "Bobby" Morrow, 69, of Athens, TN peacefully went to his Heavenly father on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 0928. He was born January 30, 1953 to the late Robert and Inez Morrow. He was well known and loved by so many. He was an avid motor enthuses; starting out in his early adult hood loving hot rod cars, then off road jeeps, later ATV's and motorcycles- all motorcycles. His friends refer to him as the human GPS. It was impossible to get him lost, especially in the Tellico Mountains where he met the love of his life, his devoted wife of almost 30 years, Karen Davis Morrow. Other survivors include, brothers and sisters-in-law, Darrell and Schonna Morrow, Jeff and Anita Morrow; the late...

James Evan Ray, 84 of Etowah, TN passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022. He was born, April 10, 1938, the oldest son of Everett Bruce Ray of Ellijay, GA and Alice Louise Alder Ray of Swedens Cove, Marion County, TN. Evan was a graduate of Chattanooga High School where he was a member of the Chattanooga High School Band under A.R. Casavant. He was a graduate of the University of Chattanooga and the Cadek Conservatory of Music with a Bachelor of Music in voice and music education; studying also at the University of Tennessee and Tennessee Technological University. He taught at Gordon Lee Academy, North and South Elementary and Rossville Jr. High with Dale Shaffner, Ringgold Georgia High...

Jack R. Elliott, 79, of Athens, TN joined his heavenly father on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Preceded in death by his parents, Toy and June Elliott of Knoxville, TN; three sisters and two brothers. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Gwen Elliott; two daughters, Lt. Colonel Mitzi Elliott and Jackie Elliott Fister, MD; son-in-law, Zach Fister; grandsons, Patrick, Oliver, Adam, Max, and Jack; sister, Billie Hill; sister-in-law, Tammy Poteet. He graduated from Fulton High School in 1961. He served in the Marine Corps from 1961- 1965 during the Cuban Crisis. He and Gwen married in 1967. He was employed by Johns Manville from 1967 to 2004 where he was an inventor of two patents. He became a member...

Joan Greene Cochran, 71, of Englewood, TN, went to her heavenly home from her personal home on Monday, April 4, 2022. She was born in Greeneville, SC, lived many years in Pigeon Forge and moved to Englewood in 2006. She was the owner of Shop the World Gifts until 2019. She was a member of Englewood United Methodist Church and conducted Fair Trade Ministries throughout churches in Tennessee and several other states. She volunteered many hours to the Salvation Army and Sevier County Food Ministry. Preceded in death by parents, Scott and Eva Greene; and sister, Jane Hoyles. Survived by her husband, Bill Cochran; daughters, Nicole and Michelle Cochran; much loved grandson, William Cochran;...

Rolando Cabrera, 89, of Clarkrange, TN, formerly of Miami, FL passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022. Mr. Cabrera retired as a Sr. Procurement Specialist with Miami- Dade County. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Reina Cabrera; son, Richard Cabrera; brother, Salvador Cabrera; sister, Reina Alvarez. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Rolando J. and Elena Cabrera; daughter and son-in-law, Lucin and George Carracedo; grandchildren, Johnathan Cabrera, Alex and Tony Carracedo; five great-grandchildren; former wife and mother of his children, Lucia Valls; and former wife, Valerie Lorencz.

Carolyn Scarbrough Choate, 85, of Etowah, TN, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022. Funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 10, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Etowah with Pastor Allan Lovelace officiating. Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday prior to the service at the church. Family and friends will assemble at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 11th at the funeral home and proceed to Green Hill Cemetery for the 11:00 a.m. committal service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to First Baptist Church of Etowah Music Ministries, P.O. Box 317, Etowah, TN 37331. Bordwine Funeral Home of Etowah is in charge of arrangements. If you...

Carolyn Scarbrough Choate, 85, of Etowah, TN, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022. Funeral service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 10, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Etowah with Pastor Allan Lovelace officiating. Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday prior to the service at the church. Family and friends will assemble at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 11th at the funeral home and proceed to Green Hill Cemetery for the 11:00 a.m. committal service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Etowah Music Ministries, P.O. Box 317, Etowah, TN 37331. Bordwine Funeral Home of Etowah is in charge of arrangements. If you...

Doralee Klein, 89, of Loudon, TN, formerly of Calhoun, GA, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021. She loved her husband dearly and was dedicated to her family. She was an exceptional pastor's wife and church secretary. She was an earnest prayer warrior and bible student. Doralee enjoyed being with family. Doralee was a wonderful cook and many of her recipes have been passed down throughout generations. She loved playing piano and organ. During her free time, she loved reading, which she had a passion for. Preceded in death by her parents, Wilber and Dorothy Griffith; sister, Verna Hadley. Survivors include her loving husband, age 93 married for 69 wonderful years, Alvin Klein;...

Joseph Thomas Crockett, 83, of Etowah, TN, passed away on September 24, 2021. He was the son of the late Charles and Levice Elliott Crockett. Preceded in death by his parents listed above; wife and mother to his children, Kay Frances Crockett; one brother, Charles Elliott Crockett. Survivors include his wife, Shannon Bays Crockett; one daughter, Melissa Crockett Grose of Knoxville, TN; one son and daughter-in-law, Joel David and Jennifer Crockett of Franklin, TN; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Mattie Kay Grose of Knoxville, TN, and Annabelle Elizabeth and Kaylee Paige Crockett of Franklin, TN; two nephews, Mark Crockett and Allen Crockett; one niece, Kathy Powell; one brother-in-law,...

Ryan Patrick McIntyre, 36, of Maryville, TN, passed away on September 18th, 2021. Ryan was a special education teacher at Holston Middle School in Knox County, TN. He was previously a special education teacher, working with children with Autism, at Oakstone Academy in Westerville, OH. He graduated from Olentangy High School in 2003 in Lewis Center, OH. Ryan graduated in 2011 with a Bachelor's of Science in Integrated Social Studies and a Masters of Education in 2013 from Ohio University in Athens, OH. He is the son of the James, Jr. and Evelyn McIntyre. Ryan is preceded in death by his grandparents, James Francis McIntyre, Sr. and wife, Blossom E.; Howard W. and Mildred C....

Janet Horta, 72, of Spring City, TN passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 28, 2021. She loved hot coffee, long country rides, fried chicken and above all else her grandkids. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Theresa Buikema. Survived by her children, Tina Haney, Roberta (Tom) Brock, Lisa Call, and Scott (Brenda) Horta. The true loves of her life, grandchildren, DJ (Cheyenne) Brock, Alydia Horta and Teneal Haney, Samuel, Connor and Violet Brock, Jacob and Jessi Call, Marley and Keeley Horta; and her newest, much loved first great-grandchild, Atticus Brock. Per Janet's wishes there will be no formal services. Family would like to thank her...

Alma Lee Wilson, 94, of Etowah, TN went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2021 at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens. She was a native of Erwin, TN. She loved the Lord and often talked about the eyelet white dress her mom made her to be baptized in the creek. She worked at Blue Ridge Pottery in Erwin, TN where she painted dishes by hand; where she took so much pride in her work. She loved sewing and loved the handmade pillows she often gave to family and friends. She was married to the love of her life for 64 years and they called him "Hob" Hobert Wilson, whom she was preceded in death by. Preceded in death by sisters and brothers-in-law, Verna Lou Dulaney and Sherm, Patty Edwards...

Alma Lee Wilson, 94, of Etowah, TN went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2021 at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens. She was a native of Erwin, TN. She loved the Lord and often talked about the eyelet white dress her mom made her to be baptized in the creek. She worked at Blue Ridge Pottery in Erwin, TN where she painted dishes by hand; where she took so much pride in her work. She loved sewing and loved the handmade pillows she often gave to family and friends. She was married to the love of her life for 64 years and they called him "Hob" Hobert Wilson, whom she was preceded in death by. Preceded in death by sisters and brothers-in-law, Verna Lou Dulaney and Sherm, Patty Edwards...

Jacob LeBron "Nubbin" Lawson, 77, of Etowah, TN, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Jacob E. "Jake" and Frances Louise Lawson; brother-in-law, James C. "JC" Blankenship; very special nephew, Brandon Cassada. He is survived by his wife, Diane Lawson; sister, Ann Lawson Blankenship of Etowah; niece, Kelley Blankenship of Hiram, GA; grandchildren, Megan Phillips, Tara Davis, Madison Long, HarLee Cassada, Ryker Cassada and AriElla Cassada; special nephew, Josh Cassada and other nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Bobbie Evans of Athens, TN, Melissa and Buddi Davis of Cleveland, TN Gary and Julie Pike of Benton, TN. Nubbin enjoyed riding horses with his...

Jesse R. Jay, 94, of Ringgold, Georgia, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret "Margie" Jay and son, Richard Jay. He is survived by one son, Rusty Jay and wife, Regina; one daughter, Pam OKeefe, and three grandchildren. Jesse was a life- long member of Ringgold First Baptist Church; he served in the army during WWII and worked at DuPont Nylon for 43 years. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 2:00 pm in Chattanooga National Cemetery with Dan Whitaker officiating. No formal visitation will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation be made to Christ Chapel, 223 Inman Street, Ringgold, GA,...