Kimberly Dodson
Kimberly Dodson, 56, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Saturday, February 4, 2023. She was a member of Lighthouse Full Gospel Church. She was an RN for 34 years. She graduated Blackhawk College in Illinois. She was born and raised in Polk County, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Dodson; father, Dalton Collier;…
Read MoreDean Cox
Merrill Dean Cox Jr., “Dean”, passed away on January 7, 2023, in Athens, Alabama. He was born February 11, 1956, in Cookeville, Tennessee. He leaves a huge hole in the hearts of his family and friends who were always entertained by his stories and hilarious sense of humor. His smile could brighten up even the…
Read MoreAlice Irene Lam
Alice Irene Lam Alice Irene Lam, 69, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Monday, February 6, 2023. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She enjoyed fishing and loved to quilt. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, John Lam of Pikeville; granddaughters, Ashley Burgess and Heaven Netherton; great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Burgess; and good…
Read MoreEsther Lund
Esther Lund, 95, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Tuesday, January 31, 2023. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She had a charitable spirit and giving heart. She was the first Bledsoe County Family Resource Center Coordinator. She was an active member of the Melvine community and served in many roles in the Nine…
Read MoreBlue and red ribbons brought home from State Fair Convention
Bledsoe County Fair Board members, along with 2022 Fairest of the Fair Aloni Smith, represented the county at the 101st annual Tennessee Association of Fairs convention on January 19-21. The group brought home five ribbons plus a Merit Award. Smith competed against 47 girls from across the state. She represented Bledsoe County with elegance and…
Read MoreFire departments to receive equipment and training grants
Four area fire departments are among 147 slated to receive grants for equipment and training from the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDIC) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO). The volunteer fire departments will receive grants in 2023 as part of the historic $5 million Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program.…
Read MoreTheresa Marie Rasnake
Theresa Marie Rasnake, 59, of Pikeville, Tennessee died Monday, January 23, 2023. Theresa never met a stranger and could get along with anyone. She loved nature, all animals, and music. She devoured books of all types and was a writer herself. She was spiritual. She was protective. She was an all-around badass. Preceding Theresa…
Read MoreVolunteers, educators, businesses honored by Chamber of Commerce
The hard work, dedication, support, love for community and students, were just of a few of the characteristics that earned special recognition of individuals, educators and businesses by the Pikeville-Bledsoe County Chamber of Commerce. Awards were presented during the Chamber’s Installation Banquet held January 21 at The Lodge at Fall Creek Falls State Park. For…
Read MoreGordon Lee Smith
Gordon Lee Smith, 82, of Pikeville, Tennessee, passed Sunday, January 22, 2023 at his home. He was member of Cold Springs Baptist Church and attended New Hope the Baptist Church of Christ. Gordon retired from Mueller Company after 30 years and served as a Bledsoe County commissioner for district 3 for 24…
Read MoreDavid Allan Hill
David Allan Hill, 85 of Pikeville, Tennessee died Monday, January 16, 2023. David attended St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Crossville, Tennessee. He enjoyed carpentry work, was an avid pipe smoker, loved the outdoors, and was fond of all animals, especially cats. He owned and operated the Horse and Animal Feed Store. Preceding David in death…
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