Velma Jean Baugh, age 84, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She was born on December 11, 1941, in Bakewell, Tennessee, to the late James C. and Idell Hickman Swafford. She was of the Baptist faith and loved the Lord, finding strength and guidance in her relationship with God throughout her life. As one of many children born to her parents, she learned at an early age the importance of family, love, and caring for one another. ...

Kelly Colin Rose, age 83, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Fort Mountain, Tennessee on January 30, 1943, to the late Bill and Ruth Hall Rose. He attended Rhea Central High School in Dayton and served in the National Guard for six years. He also worked for many years at Suburban Mfg. Company in Dayton. He was a member of the Sale Creek Church of God.  In his younger years, he was a Golden Gloves boxing champion. He was a loving and caring ...

Charles “Chuck” Wootton April 18, 1948 – June 1, 2026 Mr. Charles “Chuck” Wootton, age 78, of Spring City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife and family. Chuck was a faithful Christian, a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a respected member of the Dayton Church of Christ. His life was marked by unwavering faith, integrity, humility, and a servant’s heart. He ...

In Loving Memory of Don Elton Lee, Sr. “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’”
— Psalm 91:1– Don Elton Lee, Sr. passed away suddenly at his home on May 30th, 2026, following a brief illness. He was born on September 2nd, 1936, in Concord, Tennessee, to Ralph and Gladys Lee. Don graduated from Farragut High School in ...

Mr. Roger Lee Gordon passed away May 26, 2026 at the age of 75.  Mr. Gordon was a member of Graysville Seventh-day Adventist Church.  He is survived by his two brothers Bobby Wayne Gordon and Billy Ray Gordon and sisters-in-law Sylvia Gordon and Mary Gordon, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family who will cherish his memory.   Mr. Gordon is preceded in death by his parents Brown J. Gordon and Hester Jewell Gordon and sister Janet Darlene ...

Darryl Edward Smith, age 61, of Dayton, passed away Friday morning, May 22, 2026, at Memorial North Park Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born in Chattanooga on August 28, 1964, to Charles and Phyllis Smith of Dayton. Darryl was a graduate of Rhea County High School and furthered his education by earning a degree in Computer Technology. He had a lifelong passion for computers and electronics and enjoyed anything related to technology. In addition to his love for computers, he ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Steve Abel, age 69, of Dayton, Tennessee, on May 20, 2026. He was born in Dayton on December 31, 1956, to Lester David Abel Sr. and Lois Francisco Abel. Steve enjoyed fishing and always had fun fishing stories to tell. He enjoyed riding around town with his dog, CoCo, and spending quiet days at home watching Fox News. More than anything, he found happiness in being surrounded by the people he loved. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Lori; a ...

Thomas Glenn Kilgore, age 26, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born in Cleveland, Tennessee, on July 25, 1999, to Thomas Glenn Kilgore Sr. and Christine Kilgore. Thomas was employed by FedEx as a truck driver. He was known as a loving and caring person who deeply loved his children and family. He enjoyed wrestling, playing video games, and most of all, living life to the fullest. He was preceded in death by ...

David Clark, age 73, passed away at his residence on Monday, May 11, 2026. He was born on December 30, 1952, in Pikeville, Tennessee, to Bill and Gladys Morgan Clark. David was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who cherished his family deeply. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Gladys Clark; his brothers, Daniel Clark, Theron Clark, and Ralph Clark; and his sisters, Pearl Jordan and Billie Housley. He is survived by his loving wife, Martha Clark; his daughters, ...

Cory Ray Akin, age 47, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away at his home on Monday, May 4, 2026. He was born to Lewis Ray Akin and Judie Ann Potter Akin in San Diego, California, on August 13, 1978, but has considered Dayton his home for the past 40 years.  Cory was preceded in death by his mother, Judie Potter James. He is survived by his wife, Crystal Akin; his daughter, Harmony; and his two beloved dogs, Roscoe and Georgie. He is also survived by his father and stepmother, Ray and ...