Independence Day celebration schedule
Moving back one day due to the calendar, this year’s Independence Day celebration in Dunlap offers a parade, a music festival, and the traditional fireworks show. Saturday, July 3 will see thousands line the streets of Dunlap for the parade, before many head to Harris Park for a day of music, fun, games, concessions, games,…
Read MoreLee Andrew Skyles
Lee Andrew Skyles, 79, passed away at his home on June 10, 2021 surrounded by his family and friends. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He blessed us with his musical talents and served as a preacher and song leader throughout his life. He loved the Lord. He attended Grace Bible Church.…
Read MoreLorraine Swanger Price
Lorraine Swanger Price, 91, of Dunlap, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Dunlap, where she attended the Glennis Bridges Sunday School class. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin “Bob” Price; parents, Elmer and Cleo Swanger; and brothers, James, Haskell, Joe Freddy, Quay, and…
Read MoreMerrell Elizabeth Hundley Cordell
Merrell Elizabeth Hundley Cordell, 87, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, died on June 13, 2021. She was a member of Red Bank Church of Christ. She was an electronic printer at Provident for 20 plus years. She enjoyed gardening, baking, bird watching and cats. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hanson Cordell; parents, Marvin…
Read MoreMark Wills headlining Independence Day celebration being held July 3
Chart-topping country music singer Mark Wills, a member of the Grand Ole Opry, will help Sequatchie County celebrate Independence Day this year. Wills is the featured performer at free July 4 events at Harris Park in Dunlap, being held this year on Saturday, July 3. For more see the June 10 issue of The Dunlap…
Read MoreBrown presented Key to the City
Local volunteer and musician Ed Brown received a ceremonial Key to the City from Dunlap Mayor Huth on June 5 as part of events taking place at the 34th Dunlap Coke Ovens Bluegrass Festival. For more see the June 10 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.
Read MoreRichard LeCompte
Richard LeCompte, 71, of Whitwell, Tennessee passed away June 4, 2021 at his home. He was of the Catholic faith and was an incredible husband. Richard served in The United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Carmen McMichael LeCompte; daughter, Jennifer LeCompte; son, Richard LeCompte, Jr., both of…
Read MorePhilip Hixson
Philip A. Hixson, 91, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away May 28, 2021 at his home. He was a member of Ewtonville Baptist Church and served as a deacon. He was a lifelong farmer and a veteran of the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his wife, Claudelle Hixson; son, John Hixson; and sister,…
Read MoreJudy Lewis Harvey
Judy Diane Lewis Harvey, 69, of Dunlap, Tennessee went to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Judy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She brought smiles to all who knew her and she will be deeply missed. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Marie Lewis; mother-in-law and…
Read MoreJanet Cordell
Janet L. Cordell, 67, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Monday, May 31, 2021. She was a member of Cold Springs Baptist Church and a cashier at J.J.’s Market for 25 years. She loved to crochet and shared her talent with those she loved. She was well known as Nana by many. She was preceded in death…
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