Willis in Rose Parade for New Year’s Day
Tim Willis, a teacher and the band director at Sequatchie County Schools, has been selected to join a marching band of more than 300 band directors from across North America in the Pasadena Rose Parade on January 1. The band will accompany a colorful, animated float along the 5.5-mile parade route. The band will be…
Read MoreMichael Lee Satterfield
Michael Lee Satterfield, 65, of Dunlap, Tennessee, formerly of Dayton, Ohio, passed away December 26, 2025. Michael was always good for a laugh or a practical joke, sarcasm that just wouldn’t quit. He was a jack of all trades, auto mechanic for more than 30 years. He was loved and will be missed by all…
Read MoreCheryl Duke Guy
It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Cheryl Duke Guy, who died December 20, 2025 in Dunlap, Tennessee. She closed her eyes here on earth and opened them in the presence of Jesus, reunited with those who preceded her in death. Cheryl was born October 29, 1959 in Houston, Texas to Edwin…
Read MoreJason “Jay” Lyndell Swanger
Jason “Jay” Lyndell Swanger, 45, of Dunlap, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Jay loved fishing, the beach, being outdoors, working with his hands….he could fix anything! Most of all, he loved being with his family and helping others. He was preceded in death by his grandparents,…
Read MoreTeressa Darlene Cline
Teressa Darlene Cline, 68, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away December 20, 2025 at her home. She loved to quilt. She was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Skyles. She is survived by her mother, Betty Skyles; two brothers, Carnez (Tammy) Skyles and Claude (Lisa) Skyles, all of Dunlap; special aunt, Nancy Harvey; aunts, Inez…
Read MoreGregory Pickett
Gregory Pickett, 72, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025 at home with his loving family by his side. Greg was a faithful gospel minister for 50 years. He was a member of Pikeville Church of Christ, and a 1972 graduate of Whitwell High School. Greg graduated from the Memphis School of Preaching…
Read MoreShepherd is School Board Member of the Year
On November 13-16 at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, school board members across Tennessee came together for the annual Tennessee School Board Association’s (TSBA) Convention. Sequatchie County School Board member, Jo Ann Shepherd was announced as the All Tennessee School Board Member of the Year during the convention. For more see the December 18 issue…
Read MoreCarltons experience miracle birth of child
Brandon and Allison Carlton of Dunlap are no strangers to unexplained infertility. “We lost our first set of twins in 2016, as we navigated doctor visits, medications and fertility treatments for nearly two years,” explains Allison. “The talk of IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) came up a time or two, but we never felt it was…
Read MoreDonald Raymond Lonergan Sr.
Donald Raymond Lonergan Sr. of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Thursday December 11, 2025. Donald loved spending time with his family and riding motorcycles. Donald was preceded in death by his wife Katherine Lonergan; parents James, and Harriett Lonergan; daughter, Katherine Marie Lonergan; son, Paul Lonergan; and several siblings. Donald is survived by his children Amanda…
Read MoreCharles Tony Kesterson
Charles Tony Kesterson, 71, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Parkridge Medical Center. He loved his model trains, fishing and was an aquarium enthusiast. He was employed for many years with Chattanooga Hamilton County Rescue as a paramedic as well as working many years with Hamilton County EMS. He was passionate…
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