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Allie Vyann Pennington
Jul 12, 2026
Allie Vyann Pennington, better known as Vyann, 85, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and devotion to her family and community.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Roy John Woodard and Josephine Curd Woodard; two sisters, Opal Pennington and Wilma Sturgill; and her beloved husband of 53 years, Charles Glen Pennington Jr.
She is survived by...
Noah Lee Click
Jul 1, 2026
Noah Lee Click, fondly known by many as the “Telephone Man,” passed away peacefully at his residence on July 1, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on May 21, 1936, in West, Virginia, to the late Thomas Edward Click and Goldie Smith Click, Noah's journey through life was marked by resilience, warmth, and unfailing dedication to his loved ones...
Patti D Cordell
Jun 30, 2026
Patti Delores Cordell, 68, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Born on July 6, 1957, she was the beloved daughter of the late Mary Tittle and stepfather, Eugene Tittle. Patti was preceded in death by her son, Lucas Cordell, and siblings, Joe Davis and Pammy Davis.
A member of Pleasant View Christian Church, Patti...
Edna Louise Bowlin
Jun 25, 2026
Edna Louise Bowlin passed away peacefully at the Elizabeth House on June 25, 2026 after a period of declining health.
She was born in Johnson County Tennessee to James and Rose Kilby on February 28, 1936 and lived in Tennessee until she moved with her husband and children to Hendersonville, NC in 1961. She worked for over 40 years in the...
Mildred Lowe
Jun 25, 2026
Gladys Mildred (Vaught) Lowe died on June 25, 2026, at the age of 91. Mildred – or “Mid” – was a devoted wife and mother. She was also fiercely independent.
Mid was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Gresham Lowe, on October 27, 2003. Mid also outlived her first-born son, Raymond Edward (Eddie) Lowe; her seven siblings and their spouses,...
Dennis Ray Fritts
Jun 24, 2026
Dennis Ray Fritts, age 68, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born July 13, 1957 in Pensacola, Florida.
Dennis was the son of the late Otis Marsh Fritts of Sugar Creek and Daisy Marie Hudson of Aransas Pass, Texas.
Dennis is survived by his sisters, Sallie Schultz of...
Rebecca Dean Courtner
Jun 22, 2026
Rebecca Dean Courtner passed away on June 22, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories and a profound impact on the lives of her family and friends. Born on September 28, 1975, Rebecca's journey was marked by devotion to those she loved and an unwavering kindness that touched all who were fortunate to know her.
Rebecca was the beloved daughter of Jack Courtner....
Michael Blaine Lipford Sr.
Jun 15, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Blaine Lipford, Sr., age 64, of Trade, TN. Michael passed away surrounded by his wife and children after a courageous, lengthy battle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Roma Jean Lipford, and his father, Lloyd Blaine Lipford.
He is survived by his devoted wife of over...
Randy Taylor
Jun 12, 2026
Randy Taylor, born on February 10, 1955, in Bethesda, Maryland, passed away on June 12, 2026 in Mountain City, Tennessee.
Randy was a Uniited States Navy Veteran. He was a man who found joy in the quiet moments of life. He cherished spending time fishing, sitting on the porch swinging, traveling to new and familiar places, and honing his skills in...
Morris Stuart Davis
Jun 11, 2026
Morris Stuart Davis, went home with Jesus on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Dad was born July 9, 1935 in Capels, West Virginia to the late William Christopher Davis and Kate Snyder Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Linda Sue Davis; daughter, Linda Campbell; sons, James Stuart Davis, William Morris...
Jerry Dean Cornett
Jun 10, 2026
Jerry Dean Cornett, a cherished member of the community and a proud United States Army veteran, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Born on March 31, 1949, at home in Trade, Tennessee, Jerry’s life was marked by dedication, warmth, and a steadfast love for family and country.
Jerry served honorably as a Specialist 4 in the United...
Terry Keith Pardue
Jun 9, 2026
Terry Keith Pardue passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on June 9, 2026 .
Born on February 11, 1950 to Orville and Martha Pardue of Mountain City, TN. The youngest, Terry was one of 4 brothers and sisters Janet Harper (James), Linda Crowder (Jim) and Ronnie Pardue (Jayne).
Terry spent his childhood working in his father’s store Pardue’s Grocery, working...
Barbara Simerly
Jun 8, 2026
Barbara McKinney Simerly, age 85, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Ivy Hall Nursing Home in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Barbara was born in Carter County, Tennessee, on May 12, 1941, a daughter of the late Marion Cicero McKinney and Iva Lee Edney McKinney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years,...
Kimberly Lee
Jun 1, 2026
Kim grew up in Johnson County and graduated from Johnson County High School. From a young age, she loved nature. Spending much of her childhood outdoors with her brothers and male cousins, she developed a strength and resilience that would define her throughout her life. She loved remote wooded places and was always searching for a home among nature, as...
Michael Benjamin Denne
May 30, 2026
Michael Benjamin Denne, 68, passed away on May 30, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on December 9, 1957, he was the son of the late Paul J. Denne and Margaret (Smith) Denne of Port Vue, Pennsylvania. He was also preceded in death by his brother, P.J. Denne.
Michael is survived by his brother Donald (Deborah) Denne of Monroeville, PA, and...
Helen "Jean" Dugger
May 25, 2026
Helen "Jean" Dugger, born August 25, 1943, passed away on May 25, 2026, in Mountain City, Tennessee. Her life was marked by devotion to her family, a strong faith, and a dedication to the simple pleasures that brought her joy.
Jean had dedicated many years of her life working at the Hardwood Furniture Factory before retiring. Beyond her professional accomplishments, she...
Rosemary Carol Anderson
May 18, 2026
Rosemary Carol Anderson passed away peacefully at her home in Clinton, Michigan, on May 18, 2026, at the age of 86.
Born on July 13, 1939, Rosemary spent her early years on the Stuart family farm in Milan, Michigan. Those formative years shaped her lifelong love of family, hard work, gardening, and community. She took great pride in raising her family...
Larry Douglas Trivette Sr.
May 15, 2026
Larry Douglas Trivette Sr., age 67, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026 at his residence.
Services for Larry will be private.
Online condolences and memories may be sent to the family at our website at www.huxlipfordfh.com.
Hux & Lipford Funeral Home 300 W. Main St. Mountain City, Tennessee is honored to serve the family of Larry Trivette.
Walter Joe Widener
May 11, 2026
Walter Joe Widener, 85, Damascus, Virginia, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026 in the Watauga Medical Center., Boone, North Carolina. He was born August 5, 1940 in Damascus, Virginia to the late Clarence and Mary Ellen Eggers Widener. Joe was a truck driver for 40 years. He loved farming and playing the Guitar. He was of the Christian Church Faith...
Charlotte Christeen Cornett Nichols
May 9, 2026
Charlotte Christeen Cornett Nichols, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Hospice Home of High Point. She was born on June 19, 1933, in Watauga County, NC to the late Marion Calvin and Mary Millsaps Cornett. Charlotte was a licensed Cosmetologist and styled hair locally. Mom loved her family, friends, and cat, Skee. A longtime member of...
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