Area Obituaries

Sheila Reed Sandell, 57, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at her home. She loved her family, especially spending time with her granddaughters. She loved her dog, Snickers. She could always be found in her signature color “purple.” She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Inez Reed; brothers, Jeff and…

James Marvin Cope, 69, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Friday, October 13, 2023. Marvin enjoyed farming, fishing, and working on vehicles.    Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Nettie V. Broyles Cope; brother, Frank Lee Cope. Left to cherish his memory is his sons, Frank Waylon (Amber) Cope, Dalton Cope; daughter,…

Mildred Ann Gill Wheeler, 91, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 8, 2023. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren G. Wheeler; parents, G.W. and Katherine Gill; and daughter, Sharlene Ann Johnson. She is survived by her son, Lyndon L. (Jan) Wheeler; grandchildren, Alisha Rose (Chris) Niswonger…

Alma Elizabeth Goforth Wooden, 87, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. She was born in Rhea County Tennessee was a member of the New Harmony Baptist Church in Pikeville, Tennessee.    She loved going to church, working in her yard, taking care of her children, and mowing the yard.  She dearly…

Perry ‘Cabbage Head’ Clemons Sullivan, 83, of Pikeville, Tennessee went home to be with Lord on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Perry was raised in the Christian faith on a farm in Bledsoe County by his loving parents Oscar and Wilma Sullivan. He had three sisters: Toni Allison, Joan Sullivan(deceased) and Karen Schonschack. He is survived…

Mitsi Jean Smith, a beloved resident of Pitts Gap Mountain, passed away peacefully at her home on October 2, 2023. Her life was a rich narrative of love, dedication, and resilience. Born on November 6, 1961, Mitsi was the cherished daughter of Melvin Smith and Shelba Johnson Smith. She grew up amidst the scenic beauty…

Nova Ellen Bickford Roberson, 97, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away peacefully Saturday, September 23, 2023 at home with her loving family by her side. Nova was a member of Pikeville Church of Christ. She worked in dry cleaning on the Navy Base, and was the secretary for many years at Farm Bureau. Nova helped with…

Oaklynn Jo Messina, 11 months  old of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away after an extended illness, Saturday, September 30, 2023 with her loving family by her side. Oaklynn was the family’s precious sweetheart, and loved very much. She had a sweet smile and liked to play with her family. Oaklynn was preceded in death by her…

Lorraine Hudson, 81, of the Hendon community in Bledsoe County, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 1, 2023, at her home. She was of the Baptist faith. She retired after 32 years from the Bledsoe County Board of Education, working at Rigsby Elementary School. She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Hudson; and parents,…

Dorothy Warner Redmond Cagle, 89, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at home with her loving family by her side. Warner was a member of Sequatchie Valley Church of Christ. She was a teacher for 42 years in the Bledsoe County School System, and enjoyed reading and cooking.    Warner was preceded…