The Obituary Section

Warren E. "Boomer" Melton

Lenoir City, Tennessee

February 10, 2026

Warren Eugene “Boomer” Melton age 70 of Lenoir City passed away February 11, 2026 at his home. Boomer was retired from A E Finley. He also spent many years as an umpire and commissioner for Lenoir City Parks and Recreation. Boomer was an avid golfer and softball player when he was younger. Later in life, his favorite hobby was spending time with his 2 grandsons and watching them play sports.Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Lillian Melton; brother, Tim Melton; sister, Becky Humphrey, and infant daughter, Robin Lynn Melton.Survived by his wife of 51 years, Teresa Maddox Melton; sons, Shane Melton (Christi) and Jacob Melton; grandchildren, Eli Melton and Brady Melton along with several nieces and nephews.The family will receive from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 14th at Click Funeral Home in Lenoir City. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with Rev. Eddie Chasteen…

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Raymond Andrew Williams

Lenoir City, Tennessee

Raymond Andrew “Andy” Williams age 77 of Loudon passed away Monday, February 9, 2026. He was of the Baptist faith. Andy enjoyed being out in his yard with his dog, Jasper.He was preceded in death by his wife, Claudette Jenkins Williams; parents, Raymond and Dora Moats Williams; sister, Gladys Johnson, and brothers, David Williams and Allen Williams.Survived by his children: Kim Scott (Tony), Lisa Frank (Brian), Greg Williams, and James Williams (Missy); 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Linda Fine (Edward Young) along with several nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, February 16th at Click Funeral Home in Lenoir City. Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. with Rev. Taylor Adams officiating. Family and friends will gather at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Lenoir City for graveside services. Click Funeral Home, Lenoir City is in charge of arrangements.

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Brenda Sue Hatcher

Lenoir City, Tennessee

February 9, 2026

Brenda Sue Hatcher, age 80 of Lenoir City passed away February 10, 2026. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother, with a special love for cats, reading and gardening. Brenda was of the Baptist faith and spent many years hosting Ladies Bible studies and teaching Sunday School. She volunteered in school clinics, taught CPR and First Aid and also lead Girl Scouts. Brenda loved her career as a Special education Teacher’s Assistant at North Middle School. She excelled at research, compiling family history and advocating for medical benefits for Cold War Patriots.Preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Gordon Lester Hatcher; parents, Claude Ray Gambrell and Mary Ellen Beverly Gambrell, along with several siblings.Survived and greatly missed by her children, Cindy Hatcher (Greg Lovelace), Teresa Sande, Charles Hatcher (Amanda); grandchildren, Leah Proffitt, Braden Proffitt and Russell Hatcher; siblings, Viola Lawless (Jim), David Gambrell (Karen), Anna…

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John C. Hamilton

Lenoir City, Tennessee

February 10, 2026

John C. Hamilton age 62 of Lenoir City passed away February 11, 2026. He was a member of Cornerstone Church of God. John was a longtime carpet installer in the area. He loved making jewelry, woodworking, and tinkering with cars with his boys.Preceded in death by his grandparents, W. J. and Selma Hamilton and Tom and Sally Littleton.Survived by his wife of 36 years, Billie Jo Hamilton; sons, Taylor Hamilton (Amy Darago), and Josef Hamilton; grandson, Liam Hamilton; parents, Roy and Geneva Hamilton; brother, Andy Hamilton (Whitney); nephews, Lucas and Matthew Hamilton.The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at DCI and U. T. Medical Center for their care and support.The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 14th at Cornerstone Church of God. A Celebration of his Life will follow at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Steve McCullar officiating.In lieu of flowers,…

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