All Obituaries
JOSEPH BASHAM NEW MARKET, ALABAMA
Joseph Glenn Basham age 64 of New Market, Alabama formerly of Whitwell passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Robert & Margie Ruth Basham; two brothers, Darrell Kent Basham and George Washington Basham. Mr. Basham was a retired truck driver and he served in the United States Army.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Kathy Morrison Basham of New Market, Alabama; two sons, Donny Joe (Christi) Basham of...
Joseph Glenn Basham age 64 of New Market, Alabama formerly of Whitwell passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Robert & Margie Ruth...
RONALD DOWNUM WHITWELL
Ronald Dean “Groove” Downum age 70 of Whitwell passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Dean & Wilma Downum. Mr. Downum was retired from the Marion County Sherriff’s office where he worked as a Deputy.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 46 years. Teresa Carol Tripp Downum; two children, Eric (Christie) Downum and Lisa Long all of Whitwell; three brothers, Donnie (Joy) Downum, Dale Downum, Jim...
Ronald Dean “Groove” Downum age 70 of Whitwell passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Dean & Wilma Downum. Mr. Downum was...
DEBRA MELTON WHITWELL
On Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 2:15PM our loving moma, wife and sister, Debra Jacelynne “Lynn” Melton left this earth to be with her Lord and other loved ones that went on before her. She was a blessing to us and will be truly missed by everyone. She worked many years in the health care profession. She loved taking care of everybody.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ray Parham; mother, Ann Miller; step-dad, Clifford Miller; sister, Robin Miller;...
On Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 2:15PM our loving moma, wife and sister, Debra Jacelynne “Lynn” Melton left this earth to be with her Lord and other loved ones that went on before...
JAMES STEPHENSON WHITWELL
James T. (Tom) Stephenson age 75 of Whitwell passed away Monday, August 10, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe & Viola Stephenson; brothers, Joe Stephenson, Jr, John Stephenson, Jack Stephenson; sister, Wilma Bradley. Mr. Stephenson was retired from the Marion County School System.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 58 years, Barbara Dean Ashburn Stephenson; children, Joe & Karen Stephenson, Ray & Shelia Stephenson of Whitwell;...
James T. (Tom) Stephenson age 75 of Whitwell passed away Monday, August 10, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe & Viola Stephenson; brothers, Joe Stephenson, Jr,...
Ronald Mack Dykes, age 67 of Whitwell, TN passed away July 31, 2020. He was preceded in death by his ex-wife Rebecca Marvena Dykes; parents, Carl & Ruby Dykes; brother, Eddie Payne; sister, Susan Walters.
Those left to cherish his memories are his son, Stacey (Tonia) Dykes of Whitwell, TN; brother, Jerry Payne of Georgia; granddaughter, Madison Dykes; several nieces, nephews and his close friend Bill Henry.
We want to extend a special thanks to the Hospice of Chattanooga, The...
Ronald Mack Dykes, age 67 of Whitwell, TN passed away July 31, 2020. He was preceded in death by his ex-wife Rebecca Marvena Dykes; parents, Carl & Ruby Dykes; brother, Eddie Payne;...
Wilburn Mabry, age 77, of Whitwell, passed away, Friday, July 31, 2020. Mr. Mabry is a retired iron worker and did a short terrn in the United States Air Force. He preceded in death by his parents, Wilton and Rilla Mabry Westphal; stepmother, Ouida Mabry; stepfather, Gerald Westphal; brother, Gary Westphal.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of nine years, Brenda Joyce Sanders Mabry; step-sister, Sandra Faye Williams; son, Troy Mabry, daughter-in-law,...
Wilburn Mabry, age 77, of Whitwell, passed away, Friday, July 31, 2020. Mr. Mabry is a retired iron worker and did a short terrn in the United States Air Force. He preceded in death by...
DAVID JACKSON WHITWELL
David Neal (Jody) Jackson age 73 of Whitwell passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020. He was preceded in death by his first wife Linda Busby Jackson; second wife Melissa James Jackson; parents, William Daniel & Callie Lee Caldwell Jackson; siblings, Wade Jackson, Bill Jackson, Danny Jackson, & Jerry (Tony) Jackson.
Those left to cherish his memories are four children, Wanda Lee Jackson (Scott Ahlgren), Cynthia Jackson Moses, Jesse Jackson, Fayeth Jackson all of Whitwell;...
David Neal (Jody) Jackson age 73 of Whitwell passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020. He was preceded in death by his first wife Linda Busby Jackson; second wife Melissa James Jackson; parents,...
Roy Mitchell Herron, age 93, of Whitwell won his battle with cancer, Thursday, July 30, 2020. Mr. Herron is an Army WWII Veteran. He was a retiree of Joslyn Manufacturing and TDOT. He also attended South Whitwell Baptist Church. He is preceded by his sons, Paul Mitchell and Roy Dale Herron; grandson, Tim Baranski and parents, William and Alma Brunner Herron.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 62 years, Virginia Pearl Brown Herron; children, Virginia...
Roy Mitchell Herron, age 93, of Whitwell won his battle with cancer, Thursday, July 30, 2020. Mr. Herron is an Army WWII Veteran. He was a retiree of Joslyn Manufacturing and...
Alma Ophelia (Caldwell) Bryant was called home on July 29, 2020. Born to parents Luther and Viola Caldwell of Griffith Creek Community. Ophelia later married Harley Bryant and moved to the Pocket Community to farm and live a life of service.
Mrs. Bryant received her teaching degree from M.T.S.U. and as she began teaching, she joined and worked to help the community start what is now Chimney State Natural Area.
Mrs. Bryant also served several years with Marion County Extension...
Alma Ophelia (Caldwell) Bryant was called home on July 29, 2020. Born to parents Luther and Viola Caldwell of Griffith Creek Community. Ophelia later married Harley Bryant and moved to...
ERNEST DAWSON WHITWELL
Ernest Gene Dawson age 60 of Whitwell went home to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, July 26, 2020. Ernie was of the Church of God faith. He was a professional gospel singer and songwriter for over 30 years singing with his group Ernie Dawson and Heirline. He was best known for his song "Mama's Prayer", "He's Alive", My Home", and many more.
Those left to cherish his memories are his wife of 37 years, Linda Joyce Dawson; two sons,...
Ernest Gene Dawson age 60 of Whitwell went home to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, July 26, 2020. Ernie was of the Church of God faith. He was a professional gospel singer...
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