Jerry Glenn Layne
Jerry Glenn Layne, 86, of Dunlap, passed away Monday, October 7, 2024 at his residence. He was former pastor of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. He was a God-fearing man who loved his family, woodworking and hunting. He was preceded in death by his parents, Estell and Margie Fultz Layne; wife of 60 years, Dorothy Pickett…
Read MoreAustin named SCHS Alumnus of the Year
Each year, a graduate of Sequatchie County High School is recognized as Alumnus of the Year on homecoming night. This year, honored on the SCHS football field prior to the team’s game was attorney and judge L. Thomas “Tommy” Austin. Sequatchie County Director of Schools Sarai Pierce read a biography of Austin to the large…
Read MoreOktoberfest, Cycle Sequatchie draws crowd
From bratwursts to bike rides, Oktoberfest and Cycle Sequatchie were enjoyed by many in Dunlap over the weekend. Oktoberfest was held Friday night, October 4 and through much of the following day, while cyclists of all age ranges and experience were out early on Saturday, October 5. Oktoberfest, celebrating German culture with traditional food, games,…
Read MoreErnest “Wayne” Turner
Ernest “Wayne” Turner, 80, also known as “Wahoo!” by his good buddies, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024 after a valiant battle with prostate cancer. He was a longtime resident of Signal Mountain, living in a log cabin he built with the help of family and friends in 1977. For 72 years, he was a…
Read MoreRoger Dale Rector
Roger Dale Rector, 77, of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024 at his residence. He was a US Marines Veteran and a member of American Legion Post 95 and VFW Post 848. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Ed Rector and Ruby Mae Sanders Rector Girdley; stepfather, James Girdley;…
Read MoreDelila Lee Hix Miller
Delila Lee Hix Miller, 89, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was a faithful member of Hwy 28 Church of God. She loved the Lord and her family. She loved to travel, crochet and do puzzles. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roleigh and Mary Hix; husband, James Louis…
Read MoreWestley Shayne Champion
Westley Shayne Champion, baby boy of Ben and Anna Champion, was born into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Westley was the sweetest baby boy who already possessed a sense of humor as he loved to kick Momma’s belly when she and daddy would talk to him. Westley will be missed and…
Read MoreLynn Burch
Lynn Burch, 64, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at his home. He was a loving husband and father. He was preceded in death by his father, James “Grandpa” Burch. He is survived by his wife, Penny Burch; children, Matthew (Emily) Burch, Courtney (Timothy Hutcheson) Davis, and Cory Davis, all of Dunlap;…
Read MoreLocal crew aiding flood-stricken East Tennessee
Search and rescue operations continue while supplies are being delivered to those in flood-stricken areas hit hard by Hurricane Helene, including in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Entire communities were leveled by flood waters and high winds. Emergency personnel from Sequatchie County are joining the cleanup and rescue efforts this week, along with countless…
Read MoreOktoberfest and Cycle Sequatchie Saturday!
Oktoberfest, celebrating German culture with lively music and activities, food and drinks, returns to Harris Park in Dunlap October 4-5. As part of the celebration, the annual Cycle Sequatchie is being held. For more info see the October 3 issue of The Dunlap Tribune.
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