Layne Funeral Home

Dr. Joe D. Gray, 84, passed away Sunday April 27, 2015 at Saint Thomas Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born in Old Hickory, Tennessee on July 26, 1931. He …

William Lee Smith, USMC Retired left this world for glory on December 21, 2015 at Mississippi State Veterans Home in Oxford, MS.  1st Sgt William L. Smith a native of  Chattanooga was a resident of Jacksonville, NC.  He is survived by his loving wife Rhonda  Smith 4 step­children Jason Meeks (Rhonda) Coalmont TN, Peyton Yokley (Brandy) Smithville  TN, Asha Yokley Woodbury TN, and Natasha Prince Manchester, TN.  7 Grandchildren, 3  Nephews and one Niece.  He is preceded in death by his mother Una Hartman Smith,  Chattanooga, TN.  Mr. Smith was a wonderful husband, son­in­law, step­father, and grandfather  and was loved by his family and friends. 1 st Sgt Smith was a highly decorated Marine and veteran of the Vietnam War, saw conflicts in  other countries and was at the bombing in Beirut, Lebanon.  He received the Bronze Star Combat  V for Heroism and 1st Purple Heart in Vietnam where he was wounded severely in the throat  unable to rise; he stoically continued to direct, control and encourage his fire team until he was  evacuated.  A Navy Commendation Medal and 2nd Purple Heart with device were also awarded  for heroic achievement while serving as squad leader during which he sustained a sever leg  wound.  Although unable to walk he directed his unit’s movement with verbal commands, arm  and hand signals.  Crawling through the exposed rice paddy, he effectively controlled the squad  until the enemy force was routed from it prepared positions and forced to flee.  He later served as  Drill Instructor and Senior Drill Instructor at Paris Island, SC.  He was appointed to serve the  Chattanooga and Southeast region as Recruiter for the United States Marine Corp. 1st Sgt Smith  received a total of 11 medals, and 22 ribbons as well as other awards for his service to the United  States while serving in the Marine Corps. Graveside service …

Miss Kala Akins, 25, of Sale Creek, Tennessee, went home to be with Jesus Thursday, December 17, 2015 at her home surrounded by those who loved her dearly. She was …

Mr. Ronald Colby Knight, 45, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2015 from a sudden illness. He was born January 01, 1970. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, …

Mrs. Betty Sue Burnett, 77, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2015. She was born August 14, 1938 to Hollis and Ida Tate Meeks who preceded her in death along with …

Mrs. Leota Charlyn Summers, 77, passed away Friday, December 11, 2015. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Sunday in the funeral home chapel with burial to follow in the Palmer …

Mr. Michael Dale Fults, 48, passed away, Saturday December 5, 2015. He was born in Palmer, Tennessee on July 8, 1967. He was preceded in death by his father, Ray …

Mrs. Juanita Katherine Brown, 72, passed away Saturday December 5, 2015 at her home with her family at her bedside. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bass and …

Mrs. Juanita Katherine Brown, 72, passed away Saturday December 5, 2015 at her home with her family at her bedside. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bass and …

On November 30, 2015, Marion G. Hiett, formerly of Dalton, passed away in Marblehead, MA, surrounded by her loving family. Marion was born on September 21, 1938 in Hartz Point, …

Mr. Mitchell A. Braden, 50, passed away Sunday November 29, 2015 in Lewisburg, Tennessee.  He was born in Palmer, Tennessee on June 30, 1965.  He was preceded in death by …

Mrs. Jo Ann Ivy Willis, age 76 of Sewanee, died on December 1, 2015 after a brief illness. She was born on June 6, 1939 in Vicksburg, Miss., to Wilma …

Mr. Mitchell A. Braden, 50, passed away Sunday November 29, 2015 in Lewisburg, Tennessee.  He was born in Palmer, Tennessee on June 30, 1965.  He was preceded in death by …

Mrs. Ruby Inez Hinkle, 86, passed away Saturday November 28, 2015 at the Sheltering Arms Home in Palmer, Tennessee. She was born in Jackson County, Alabama to L.M. and Ethel …

Mr. Kenneth Brewer, 72, passed away at his home, Friday November 27, 2015. He was a member and former business agent of the Iron Workers Local 704, Sewanee Lodge #405 …

Mr. John C. Campbell, 83, passed away Tuesday November 24, 2015 at the NHC Health Care in McMinnville. He was born in Altamont, Tennessee on June 24, 1932 to Hollis …

Mr. Herman Nolan, 77, passed away at his home Saturday November 21, 2015 with his family at his side. He was a US Army veteran and was retired from the …

Lynda Darlene Tate, 57, went home to be with her Lord Tuesday November 17, 2015 at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville. She was a christian lady that liked the …

Mrs. Edna Louise Miller was born March 5, 1917 for which the mid-wife was paid $2.50 for delivering her. She was married to Arthur Lee Miller who preceded her in …

Mr. William Lee “Bill” Sanders, 58, passed away Friday November 13, 2015 in Evansville, Indiana. He was born in San Diego, California on May 13, 1957 to Phillip and Virgie …