Ruth A. Frady Oakes Essex
Ruth A. Frady Oakes Essex, 94, of Pikeville, Tennessee peacefully completed her life’s journey on Friday, January 24, 2025 at her home with her children by her side. She was a loved momma, ma ma, grandma, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to six generations of her family as well as so many people she encountered…
Read MoreDebbie Durant
Debbie Durant, 60, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Sunday, January 19, 2025. She was a former employee of Taft Youth Center and an employee of Bledsoe County Correctional Complex. She loved watching her grandchildren play football. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ace and Shelba Eldridge; and two brothers, George and Jimmy Cody. She…
Read MoreCrabtree publishes first novel Everything to Do with Love
Greer Crabtree discovered her love for story telling and writing at an early age. She took that love and has penned a story of love, loss, and resilience that collides into a breathtaking story of passion, heartbreak, and second chances. “This story has been with me for 15 years. I must have tried to write…
Read MoreBledsoe County Fair brings home awards and honors
The Bledsoe County Fair Association received an Award of Merit and five Showcase awards from the 2025 Tennessee Association of Fairs Convention held in Nashville last week. On Thursday evening, local auctioneer Blake Walker served as one of the auctioneers for the event. In addition to Walker, Bryan Simmons with Unwound Band entertained everyone for…
Read MoreBeecher Lee Rogers
Beecher Lee Rogers, 66, of Pikeville, Tennessee went to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, January 12, 2025. Beecher loved his family and grandchildren, enjoyed playing music, and like to fish. He was a preacher for many years and loved to share the word with people. Beecher preached in many churches, and retired from…
Read MoreEmma Jean Noe
Emma Jean Noe, 81, of Spring City, Tennessee passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025. Emma attended Bonham Baptist Church when able, worked in the past as a roofer and with The Salvation Army in Florida. She loved her family, and grandchildren, and enjoyed sewing. Emma was preceded in death by her parents, Bennie Hul and…
Read MoreAnderson’s Bright Idea nets $2,500 for “Respond to Reading!”
Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) released the recipients of is second week of Bright Idea project winners. Among them was Bledsoe County Middle School teacher, Jadryen Anderson, and her project “Respond to Reading!” She was presented a check for $2,500 to fund her bright idea. For more see the January 16 issue of The Bledsonian…
Read MoreFate of Veterans Hall and local AL and VFW clubs is unknown
“It’s like brother against brother” — Last week, five cars carrying individuals associated with the State and National Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) arrived at the local Veterans Hall. They confiscated VFW Post 5033’s records and the guns used by the Honor Guard for 21-gun salutes at funerals and Veterans Day ceremonies. The local VFW…
Read MoreGladys “Christine” Loveday
Gladys “Christine” Loveday, 80, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, at her residence in Crossville, Tennessee. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and dedicated educator. Born on September 7, 1944, in Pikeville, Tennessee, to the late Jesse Myers and Gladys (Melton) Myers. Christine is survived by her devoted husband, Coye Loveday. She…
Read MoreCagle’s Bright Ideas entry helps the high school library
Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) has started recognizing and celebrating teachers in its community who inspire innovation and creativity in the classroom. SVEC’s Bright Ideas Grants program is designed to support these outstanding educators by funding projects that make a difference for their students. For more see the January 9 issue of The Bledsonian Banner.
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