Area Obituaries

Eleanor Grace Bryant Kelley passed away at her home on May 7, 2025, surrounded by her children and husband of 70 years. Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, George W. and Gladys Bryant; brother, Carlyle (Arbutus) Bryant; and sister, Jeneane (Herbert) Payne. Eleanor was born on August 15, 1933 in Dunlap. In 1954,…

Debra Joyce Bryson Dotson, 69, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 at her residence. She was a wonderful wife, mother and nana. She had a big heart for animals. She loved her grandchildren, word search puzzles and reading. She was preceded in death by her mother, Reba Rector Bryson; husband, Eules Mack…

William Fredrick “Logan” Cartwright, 21, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 at his residence. He was a 2022 graduate of Sequatchie County High School and was a member of Lighthouse Pentecostal Church. Logan was affectionately known as “Big Red” to all who knew him. He loved fishing, old cars, hot rods and…

Archie Mason, 95, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025 at Bledsoe County Nursing Home. He was a member of Bethel Church of Christ. He was best known for giving gum and candy to everyone he saw. His greatest honor was being an Army Veteran of the Korean War. He was preceded in death by…

Angela Tate Lockhart, 80, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Friday, May 2, 2025 at her home. She was a member at Whitwell Church of Christ. Angela loved working in her garden and all things colorful. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mary Sue Tate; son, Timothy Banks Garner; and brother, Charles…

Wiley Leonard Boston, 85, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Friday, May 2, 2025. Wiley was a Deacon at Dunlap Church of Christ and loved working with his horses. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Wiley’s family will always remember his steadfast work ethic and his ability to remain calm and collected regardless of…

Willa Myrle Neal Shoemate, 87, of Dunlap, passed away April 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was of the Baptist faith and attended Way of the Cross Baptist Church. She retired from the Sequatchie County School system, working in the cafeteria for 27 years. She loved reading, word search puzzles and watching old…

Doyle Everett Lewis, 73, of Graysville, Tennessee passed away April 25, 2025. He retired from Carpenters Local Union 74. After retirement he enjoyed farming and working with cattle. His wife Dorothy A. Lewis; son, Scott Everett Lewis; parents, Virgil “Amo” and Dorothy M. Lewis; and a brother, Don Lewis, preceded him in death. Doyle is…

Frances Carol Davis, 88, of Pikeville, passed away at Sheltering Arms in Palmer on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Frances was a loving wife, mother and granny. She was a member of the College Grove Church of Christ. Frances enjoyed her flower gardens, cooking and woodworking with her husband for many years. She was preceded in…

Rhonda Faye Brewer, 59, of Dunlap, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Erlanger Sequatchie. Rhonda was a strong woman who was full of life. She had a huge heart for everyone around her and loved all animals. She was preceded in death by her parents, Randall Ralph and Linda Lucille Rutledge Brewer; sister, Tina…