Landon Carter Huskey began his life on January 25, 2005, weighing in at a whopping one pound, seven ounces, born at 23 weeks to Tommy and Carrie Huskey of Dayton, Tennessee.   He celebrated his first birthday with a large gathering of relatives, friends, and church family after his parents were advised to do something they desired for him before enrolling in a short-term hospice program due to a terminal diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension.  God, in His infinite wisdom and by His...

Gerald “Jerry” Gene Masengale, 76, of Evensville, TN passed away Sunday evening, January 17, 2021 at his home surrounded by family. Jerry was a lifelong resident of Rhea County and was a member of New Union Baptist Church where he was a Deacon for many years and enjoyed singing in the choir. Jerry was retired from La-z-boy Manufacturing after 36 years of employment with the company. He is preceded in death by his parents Jack and Fanny Masengale and  sister, Clovella...

Jimmy "Bo" Stinnett, age 83, passed away Thursday January 15, 2021 at Rhea Medical Center.  He was a life long resident of Rhea County and of the Baptist Faith.  Bo was a member of the Local #43 Steamfitters.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife; Georgia "Tweenie" Stinnett; four brothers, Bill, Bob, Jack and Bug Stinnett; three sisters Kathleen McBay, Helen England, Dorothy Clarabelle Stinnett; one niece and one nephew.  Bo is survived...

Tammy Louise Wirth, age 58, of Evensville, TN passed away January 12th, 2021 at her home.   Tammy was a resident of Rhea County after relocating from Pennsylvania.  She loved her daughter, grandchildren and dog, Sugar.  She loved gardening, being outside. People recognized Tammy for her smile and caring personality.       She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Carol Wirth; brothers, Richard Wirth and Charles Wirth.   She is survived...

James Clifford Mears Jr. of Dayton, TN passed away January 11, 2021 at Rhea Medical Center. James was a lifelong resident of Rhea County and attended Potter’s House of Prayer. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He made family time a happy and fun time. He is preceded by his parents, James Clifford Sr. and Annie Mears and sisters, Katherine Maye and Evelyn Sneed. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Carol Jane Mears; children, James “Bubba” Mears (Patty) of...

Wilma Julie Hill Norris, 83, of Dayton, TN passed away January 7, 2021 at her home peacefully with her family. Julie was a longtime resident of Rhea County and a member of Texas Grove Baptist Church. She was a beloved mother and grandmother. Julie retired from Dupont . She is preceded in death by her parents, Ross and Iva Hill; brothers, Doyle, Calab (Shep), and Erskin Hill; sisters, Nora Cochran, Lucille Cochran, Fay Fritts and Brenda Fisher. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie...

Sidney James Barnes, 89, passed away January 7, 2021 at his home in Dayton, TN. Sidney was a lifelong resident of Rhea County and a member of Dayton Cornerstone Church of God. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and a past Master of Dayton Masonic Lodge. He worked as a south central switchman for South Central Bell for 33 years. He is preceded in death by his wife Alma Daniel Barnes, parents Joseph and Bertie Barnes; daughter, Rhonda Caroll Barnes and brothers, Archie, Albert and...

Leona Olinger Sinclair, 93, passed away January 5, 2021 at Signature Healthcare in South Pittsburg, TN. Leona was a longtime resident of Rhea County before moving to Henegar, AL. She was a member of Ogden 7th Day Adventist Church and Waldensridge Quilt & Craft Club. She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Callie Suttles Olinger; husband, Eugene Sinclair; sister, Martha Morgan and brothers, Ray, Melvin and Thomas Olinger. She is survived by her children, Wanda Hoover of...

Edna Pauline Maynor, 94, of Dayton, TN passed away January 5, 2021 at Life Care Center of Rhea County. She was born March 23, 1926 and was of the Baptist faith. She retired from the City of Dayton after 25 years of service. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hubert D. Maynor; father, Ray Boley; mother, Hattye Hixon; special parents, Kelso and Maude Ballard; infant son, Geoffrey and grandson Geoffrey Dean. She is survived by her sons, Mike (Debbie) Maynor of Lebanon, TN and Paul...

Reba Wilkey of Dayton, TN passed away January 5th, 2021 at Rhea Medical Center. Reba was a lifelong resident of Rhea County and of Baptist faith. She was a member of New Union Baptist Church. She was an outgoing member of the community and was a member of the Eastern Star. She loved to sing in the church choir, watch the Atlanta Braves and attend her children’s, grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s sporting events. She retired from Atomic Energy Commission in Oak...