Phyllis Lynn Cochran Taylor, 69, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023, at Spring City Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Dayton on August 29, 1953, the daughter of the late Charles and Nora (Hill) Cochran. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Robert Lee (Bob) Taylor and her brother, Larry Cochran. She was of the Methodist faith. Phyllis graduated from Rhea Central High School and later received her teaching degree from Tennessee...

Johnny Hoyal Housley, 86, a life-long resident of Dayton, TN passed away at CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN, on March 20, 2023.     He was a member of Old Washington Baptist Church.  Johnny enjoyed fishing, riding his trike, working, and spending time with his family and friends.  He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents, Houston and Ada Housley; twelve brothers and sisters; Grandson, Clayton Edgeman, Son-in-Law,...

Mildred Lloyd Stinnett, 91, of Dayton, TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior, on the evening of March 19, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. Mildred was a member of Garrison Baptist Church where she taught children’s Sunday school classes and was an active member of the women’s ministry. Mildred was a beloved babysitter for many years and later in life, became known as the local Avon lady. Mildred was the daughter of the late Jess and Elizabeth Wilkey, and was...

Paul Gilbert Gravett, a long-time resident of Dayton, passed away on Tuesday night, March 14, 2023, at his home in Dayton, TN.  He was a long time truck driver, tomato farmer, and business owner in Dayton.  He was known by many and treasured by his family and many other relatives and friends.  He and his family owned and operated Paul’s Produce for over 26 years. He was born on February 4, 1936, to the late John and Affie Stinnett Gravett.  He is preceded in...

Randy L. Sherrill, age 57, passed away on March 13, 2023, at Erlanger Medical Center, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.   He was a life-long resident of Evensville, TN where he was a member of Norman’s Baptist Church and a constant attendee. Randy loved God, family, and his “sugar bugger”.  He loved talking and helping others.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Helen Sherrill; and his brother, David Sherrill.  Randy is survived by his...

Mr. Thomas Maltsberger, 63, passed away at Erlanger – Bledsoe in Pikeville, Tennessee on March 13, 2023.  He has been a resident of Spring City for the past 20 years.  As an outdoorsman, he loved to go horseback riding, hunting, fishing, motorcycle riding, and doing Carbon fibre.  He was also a great dancer. Thomas is preceded in death by his father, Hugh Lynn Maltsberger. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Linda Maltsberger; mother and Stepdad, Ellen and Robert...

Dorothy May Henderson, 87, of Evensville passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Life Care of Rhea County.  She was a life long resident of Rhea County and a member of Pleasant Dale Baptist Church in Evensville.   Dorothy loved being outside.  Some of her favorite things were gardening, taking care of animals and planting and tending to her flowers.  Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents; Nelson and Ethel Harris, husband; JB Henderson, son; Jerry Henderson...

Bob Hubbard, age 79, died peacefully at home on March 9, 2023.  A long- time resident of Rhea County, he was born December 23, 1943, in Memphis, Tennessee.  Bob was a member of the Cranmore Cove Baptist Church.  He was a US Marine Corp veteran serving during the Vietnam era and also a retired Millwright.  He was a member in the American Legion Post 100.  Bob had varied interests.  He performed in the rock-n-roll band, Rock Formation, and played various parts in...

Beverly Fullam, 58, a life-long resident of Rhea County, passed away at Rhea Medical Center on Saturday, March 4, 2023.  A loving wife and Mother, she really enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Fullam; and parents, Jack & Carolyn Knox. She is survived by her four children, Jaclyn (Lance) Watson, RT (Samantha) Fullam, Kim Fullam, and Kat Cotter; one brother, Jackie (Sherry) Knox, Jr.; eight grandchildren, Bentlee Fullam,...

Barbara Jean Ballard, 93 of Dayton, TN passed away March 4 , 2023 at the Golden Years Retirement Center in Spring City, TN. A life-long resident of Rhea County, she was born to the late Conway and Gladys Craig Ballard February 13, 1930 and was of the Christian faith. Special thanks to the staff at Golden Year Retirement Center and Hearth Hospice. They were absolutely fabulous! Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Conway and Gladys Ballard; sisters, Kat, and Helen Kitchings;...