Area Obituaries

Peggy Jean Wagner Kelly Peggy Jean Wagner Kelly, 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at AlexianVillage, Signal Mountain. Peggy was born on November 21, 1937, grew up in Dunlap, Tennessee, and graduated from Sequatchie County High School. She went on to attend Tennessee Tech and later graduated with her dental hygiene degree…

Howard Randall Seals, 82, passed away peacefully in his home on Cagle Mountain in Dunlap, Tennessee where he was born and raised. Howard was a deacon at Yellow Springs Primitive Baptist Church, where he served faithfully for many years. He was overwhelmed by the grace of God, who so lovingly saved him from his sins.…

Diana Claire Rathbun passed away peacefully in her home in Dunlap, Tennessee on July 16, 2025. Born and raised in Peace Dale, Rhode Island, Diana spent many years working at Leviton in West Kingston where she proudly helped manufacture GFI outlets. She was known for her quick wit and her deep love for family. She…

Wilma Johnson, 89, of Dunlap, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 14, 2025 with loving family and friends by her side. She was a 1954 graduate of Sequatchie County High School. After high school, she was employed by Bell South Telephone Company in Chattanooga. Later, her career brought her to…

Patricia Ann Foust, 77, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at her home. She was of the Baptist Faith, she was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved to garden, cook and take care of others. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Foust; parents, Wallace and Ruth Smith;…

Vaughn Dan Miller, 87, of Dunlap, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was a member of Dunlap Seventh-day Adventist Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Mr. Miller was a true entrepreneur and had a passion for real-estate investing. He had a wonderful sense of humor and never met a stranger.…

Vanetta “Shannon” Kephart McCormick, 54, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025 at her residence. She was a loving wife, mother and friend. She enjoyed crafting, her dogs and helping other people. She was preceded in death by her mother, Leonia Kephart; brother, Donnie; and sister, Jerrilyn. She is survived by her husband,…

Helen E. Clifton, 88, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed camping, quilting, and flowers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Clifton; son, Steve Clifton; parents, Edgar and Una Mae Waters; and brothers, Ed and Johnny Waters. She is survived by…

W. Rick Trimble, 79, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Dunlap. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sarah Elizabeth and James Leonard Trimble, Sr.; sisters, Wanda Siegel, and Myra Conner; and brothers, Jack Trimble, Robert D. Trimble, William E. Trimble, and…

John Andrew Campbell, 71, of Dunlap, Tennesseepassed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 22, 2025. He worked as a truck driver for U.S. Express for over 20 years. In 2014, he was awarded Trainer of the Year. When John wasn’t on the road, he enjoyed playing guitar, riding horses, and going out for…