Floyd Hudson
, Tennessee
Floyd Ashburn Hudson age 80 of Whitwell Tennessee passed away peacefully on Saturday August 8 2026. Floyd was an honored disabled veteran of the United States Army. He proudly served his country and went on to dedicate 32 years of his life to the Army Corps of Engineers before retiring. Following his retirement Floyd continued to stay busy as a farmer and semitruck driver. Floyd was a proud member of Whitwell First Baptist Church and a man of strong faith. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife Peggy Hudson and together they shared 53 years of marriage. Floyd was a loving and devoted father and Pawpaw and his cherished granddaughter Lyla held a very special place in his heart. His family was his greatest treasure and he enjoyed the love and time they shared together. Floyd was preceded in death by his parents Herschel and Edna Hudson motherinlaw…
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Willis "Buster" Taylor
, Tennessee
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Willis Price Buster Taylor who passed away peacefully on Thursday August 6 2026 at the age of 78. Buster was truly a giant among men. He was a devoted husband loving father proud grandfather and cherished fatherinlaw. He welcomed his family with kindness wisdom and generous heart. His strength sense of humor and unwavering support touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He enjoyed working with heavy equipment and fishing and found his greatest joy in spending time with family and friends. His guidance stories and loving presence created memories that will be treasured forever. Buster was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Gertie Taylor brother Houston Taylor and sister Marie Culpepper. He is survived by his beloved wife Angelia Taylor his children Michael Lisa Daniels and Valerie Zack Johnson his grandchildren Drew…
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David "Gene" Mickel
, Tennessee
David "Gene" Mickel age 74 or as he would have gladly reminded everyone 29 and holding" of Whitwell Tennessee passed away on Wednesday July 22 2026. Born in Dayton Tennessee Gene was a devoted family man who found his greatest joy in spending time with those he loved most. He especially cherished every moment with his grandchildren who brought endless happiness to his life. In his spare time Gene enjoyed watching football card games loved tbone steaks and making lasting memories with family and friends. For more than ten years Gene faithfully served the families of the Sequatchie Valley through his work at Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home as an assistant funeral director. He took great pride in helping others during some of lifes most difficult moments and was known for his caring heart compassion and willingness to lend a helping hand whenever it was needed. He was preceded in death…
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Ronnie Sims
, Tennessee
Ronnie Sammuel Sims age 71 of Jasper Tennessee passed away peacefully at his home on Monday July 13 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Ronnie was a devoted husband father grandfather brother and friend who will be remembered for his kind heart unwavering love for his family and the many lives he touched throughout the years. His presence brought comfort and strength to those who knew him and his memory will be cherished forever. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Deborah Debbie Jo Sims his parents Walter Jackson Sims and Ethel Bee Sims his granddaughter Morgan Leigh Jones his brother Walter Jackson Sims Jr. and his sister Betty Sims Walker. He is survived by five children Ronnie Sims Cindy Gore Michelle Brian Stitley Amanda Jason Hamm John Tammy Campbell siblings Myrtle Dean Sims Sampley Larry Louise Sims Donnie Brenda Sims 11 grandchildren Preston Zach Erin Austin Hannah…
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Gloria Jones
, Tennessee
Gloria Sue Jones age 63 of Whiteside Tennessee passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 22 2026. She was preceded in death by her father Grady E. Gouger her mother Olivia Gouger her stepson Rickey Jones her siblings Bubby Gouger and Felicia Keef. Left to cherish her memory are her devoted husband Rickey Jones her children Ashley N. McNabb and Adam N. McNabb her stepchildren Amanda L. Jones and Jamie Jones her sister Laquada McNabb and her beloved grandchildren Madox Stevens and Malaki Chester. She also leaves behind several extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly. Gloria will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and the kindness she showed to those around her. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with those she loved especially her family who brought endless happiness to her life. She leaves behind a legacy of love strength and…
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Barbara Bolton
, Tennessee
Barbara Ann McFalls Bolton age 58 of Guild Tennessee passed away peacefully on Friday July 17 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was a devoted wife loving mother cherished nana and faithful friend whose greatest joy was her family. She retired from Hatch Stamping after 25 years of dedicated service where she was known for her strong work ethic and kind heart. Barbara will be remembered for her unwavering love generous spirit and the many cherished memories she created with those she loved. She was preceded in death by her father Bobby McFalls mother Mary Kilgore siblings Bobby L. McFalls and Dianne Bolton grandfather LeBron W. McFalls grandmother Georgia Ann McFalls nephew Bobby A. Bozarth and daughterinlaw Jade Bolton. Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband James Dwight Bolton sons Christopher April Bolton Bobby Natalie Bolton Brandon L. Bolton and Keven D. Bolton all of Guild…
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Darren Nunley
, Tennessee
Darren was a hardworking man who retired from Miller Industries after years of dedicated service. He will be remembered for the love he had for his family and the many memories he shared with those closest to him. Darren can also be remembered by catching the new Tennessee State record largemouth bass weighing 15.75 pounds. He dedicated much of his time with the local community youth and High School fishing teams. Those left to cherish his memory include his mother Lois Nunley grandmother Mamie Green brother Stewart Nunley nephews Jeremy Misty Nunley and Andy Sha Nunley greatnephews Hunter Jase and Avery his fiance Erica Osmundsen along with several extended family members and friends. The family will receive friends from 300 PM until 800 PM on Wednesday July 15 2026 at the funeral home. Graveside services will be at 200 PM on Thursday July 16 2026 at Nunley Friends Cemetery 167…
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Mary Russell
, Tennessee
MARY LOU "BINKY" (HUTTON) RUSSELL death notice and obituary, Saturday July 4, 2026. Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. Whitwell, TN 37397
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Ronnie Vandergriff
, Tennessee
Ronnie Hinesley Vandergriff age 72 of Whitwell Tennessee was born on August 21 1953 and passed away on Tuesday July 13 2026. Ronnie was a faithful member of Laynes Chapel Church and retired from AdTech Ceramics after many years of dedicated service. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic his devotion to his family and the kindness he showed to those around him. He was preceded in death by his father Morris R. Vandergriff his mother Evelyn L. Vandergriff and his brother David Vandergriff. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife Judy C. Vandergriff of Whitwell Tennessee children Michael Chasity Vandergriff of Sequatchie and Shannon Shane Vinson Vandergriff brothers Steve Diane Vandergriff and Wayne Barbara Vandergriff sister Elizabeth Sam Haynes grandchildren Caelum Ritter Jennifer C. Vandergriff and Clay K. Vandergriff along with several extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly. Ronnies love…
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Sammy Pickett
, Tennessee
Sammy was known by many as Boxer and will be remembered for his friendship sense of humor and the love he had for his family. He leaves behind many cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Treasa Pickett grandson Corey Smith parents Sammy Carl Pickett and Evelyn Sue Kilgore. Those left to cherish his memory include his two children Richie Nicci Vaughn and Crysty Kilgore siblings Vickie Dennis Blanks Hoyte Petie Guess and Carlos Dee Kilgore four grandchildren Madison Cole Blain and Dusty six greatgrandchildren Rustin Fayrin Gavin Zeke Serenity and Jayden several nieces and nephews and a host of friends who will miss him dearly. Funeral services will be 12noon Wednesday July 15 2026 in the funeral home chapel with Brad Bryant officiating. Interment at Whitwell Memorial cemetery. In loving memory…
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