The Obituary Section

Monty Jo Craig

, Tennessee

Throughout her life Monty was a beloved and cherished presenceknown for a compassionate spirit a gentle way and a kindhearted steadiness that brought comfort to those around her. Thoughtful in her words and wise in her perspective she carried herself with quiet grace and a faithful heart offering care in ways both simple and enduring. Monty found deep purpose in being a teacher and in teaching the youth. In the classroom and beyond it her patience and consideration reflected the values she lived bymeeting others with understanding and giving of herself with sincere devotion. On October 16 1982 in Georgia she married Johnny W. Craig. They shared 40 years of life together before Johnny passed away in 2022. Their marriage stood as a testament to enduring love and steadfast companionship. Monty also had a passion for spending time with family and her loving cat Savannah. Her tenderness extended naturally to…

— Read Full Obituary —

William J. Hickey Jr.

, Tennessee

October 6, 2026

Jay Age 87 died October 7 2026. He was born on June 21939 as the son of Lorene and Jeff Hickey in Sparta Tennessee. He graduated from White County High School and Middle Tennessee State University. While at MTSU Jay met Nancy Ellen Johnson of Old Hickory and they were married shortly after graduation in 1961. After salvation Jay considered his marriage to Nancy his loyal and faithful companion for 65 years the most significant event in his life. Jay received the gift of salvation after accepting Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in 1970. He retired from the US Army in 1984 after 24 years of service. In addition to his parents Jay is preceded in death by his daughter Mary Shannon Hickey his nephew Paul Thomas Hickey Jr. and his brother Paul Thomas Hickey Sr. Survivors include his wife Nancy sons Jeff and Stephen Jennifer grandchildren Will…

— Read Full Obituary —

James Wesley Lowry

, Tennessee

James walked to the strum of his own guitar lived life on his own terms and rarely compromised on what he believed. Fiercely independent and unapologetically himself he experienced the world differently than most. Life was not always easy for James. He fought battles that others could not always see or understand. But beneath his uncompromising spirit was a deeply sensitive soul with an extraordinary capacity to love. Loki was far more than a pet. He was his family his best friend and his greatest source of happiness. In a world where James often struggled to find his place Loki gave him unconditional love companionship and a sense of belonging. Lokis passing seven months ago left a tremendous void in his life. James leaves behind family and a very closeknit group of friends who loved him and wish he could have found the peace that so often eluded him.

— Read Full Obituary —

Linda Gayle Powell

, Tennessee

Linda was preceded in death by her beloved husband George H. Powell Jr. her parents John Edward Schleicher and Dorothy Eaton Schleicher her brother John Schleicher and her aunt and uncle Billie and Paul Schleicher. She is survived by her children Jeffrey Powell Janice Jan Ashley Morris and John Heather Powell her cherished grandchildren Chappel Annaley Morris and Chance Jameson Morris and her brothers James Phyllis Schleicher and David Patty Schleicher. Lindas memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her and she will be deeply missed.

— Read Full Obituary —