Area Obituaries

Robert “Lynn” Watson, 55, of Pikeville, TN, died Thursday, June 11, 2020, at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Beulah Watson; brothers, Jerry, Terry and Perry Blaylock; and sister, Donna Blaylock. He is survived by his wife, Marlinda Watson; daughter, Brittany Clayton; sisters, Susan (David) Smith; brother, Elson Watson;…

Wesley Wayne Waters, age 55 of Pikeville, died Monday, June 15, 2020. Wayne was of the Baptist faith, loved his family, especially the grandkids, and was looking forward to spending time with his new great-grandson. He worked at La-Z-Boy for fourteen years.    Preceding Wayne in death was his mother, Mamie Sherrill Waters Welch, two…

Nancy M. Polder, 75, of Jacksonville, Florida, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 7, 2020. She was a member of The Springs Church in Orange Park, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ron Polder; parents, George G. Yarnell, Jr. and Rose Marie “Penny” Yarnell; and brothers, Skip and Jerry…

Herbert “Herb” Leighton Hale, born September 21, 1940 in Pikeville, Tennessee, made his transition to his heavenly home on June 3, 2020 at his Caseyville, Illinois home following a prolonged illness. He was 79 years old. Herb became a follower of Jesus much later in life than most Christians. After experiencing the Holy Spirit’s profound…

Donna Zoe White Ford, 65 of Pikeville, Tennessee died Friday, June 12, 2020. Donna enjoyed fishing, gambling, and being with her family. Preceding Donna in death were her parents, Charles Edward and Hildred Elizabeth Osborne White; sister, Lois Trivett; brother, Harold Edward White.    Donna will be missed by her companion, James Campbell; sisters, Margaret…

Randall Seaton Swafford, 65, of Chattanooga, Tennessee died Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Randy was a 1972 graduate of BCHS and worked for CSX Railroads for over 30 years where his buddies nicknamed him “Spike.” He enjoyed fishing, being with friends, watching and going to the movies. Preceding Randy in death were his parents, Glenn and…

Marie Virginia Swafford, 92, born September 8, 1927 in Bledsoe County, Tennessee died June 4, 2020, after an extended illness. She was a member of Swafford Chapel Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, S. Clint and Mary Elizabeth Swafford; brothers, John Paul and wife, Dorothy Jean, Henry and Hollis Swafford; sisters,…

Megan Danielle Rainey, age 25, of Pikeville, TN, died Saturday, June 6, 2020. She was a 2013 graduate of Bledsoe County High School. She received her LPN at Tennessee College of Applied Technology and worked at Pikeville Clinic. She was preceded in death by her mother, Holli Gipson; grandfather, Dr. Bruce Gipson; grandmother, Karen Byrd;…

Mary Ellen Everett McGowan, 86 of Pikeville, Tennessee died Tuesday, June 2, 2020. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Church of Christ. Mary worked in an automotive factory for many years but enjoyed her gardening, and loved to dance. Preceding Mary in death were her husbands, George Carter McGowan, J B McDowell; parents, Lorenzo…

Levi Johnson, 96, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died June 6, 2020. He was a member of Brockdell Church of God, where he was the Sunday Superintendent for over 50 years. He liked to play checkers and color, and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret…