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Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home
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We understand that whether we are grieving a loss or honoring and celebrating a life, it can be a very difficult time - to say the least. Families and communities come together to support each other because our relationships are where we find comfort.
As a proud member of your community, we promise our best everyday to create an experience that honors the life of your loved ones and helps ease the burdens of those left behind. We use our collective experience and integrity to guide families through a transparent process, like we would our own - because everything we do is about creating comfort when it seems like there is none.
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Carole Webb Athens
Mrs. Carole R. Webb died peacefully at her home on May 27, 2020 in Athens, TN at the age of 80.
Carole is survived by her husband of 62 years, Billy Webb, of Athens; son Bill Webb of Chattanooga; daughter Karen (Mark) Mancuso, Sherrill’s Ford, NC; daughter Leslie (Tom) McCormick, Chattanooga; son, Chris (Sonya) Webb of Soddy Daisy and grandchildren Danielle (Jake) Phillips, Mario Mancuso, Zachary McCormick, Dominic Mancuso, Nicholas McCormick, and Forrest Webb; special sister in law...
Mrs. Carole R. Webb died peacefully at her home on May 27, 2020 in Athens, TN at the age of 80.
Carole is survived by her husband of 62 years, Billy Webb, of Athens; son Bill Webb of Chattanooga;...
Michael Knox Athens
Michael Lee Knox, age 71 of Cleveland, Tenn. formerly of McDonald, Tn. passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at his residence. He was a native of McMinn County, son of the late William L. "Bill" and Lee Pardue Knox, and preceded in death by brother: James Donald "Don" Knox. He retired as a Senior Technical Coordinator from ECO Lab and was of the Baptist Faith. He was a veteran of Vietnam having served in the U. S. Army. He was was an avid golfer. When he was younger he...
Michael Lee Knox, age 71 of Cleveland, Tenn. formerly of McDonald, Tn. passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at his residence. He was a native of McMinn County, son of the late William L....
Glenn Edward Pierce, age 68 of Niota passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Sweetwater Hospital.
A native of Plymouth, NC, he was raised in Athens, was a former resident of Sevierville, and current resident of Niota for the past 15 years, he was a son of the late Garland E. "Jack" and Gwendolyn "Gwen" Hurley Pierce.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Survivors:
His wife of 51 years, Marilyn Lee Pierce;
1 daughter, Wendy...
Glenn Edward Pierce, age 68 of Niota passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Sweetwater Hospital.
A native of Plymouth, NC, he was raised in Athens, was a former resident of Sevierville,...
Jessy Thompson Athens
Jessy Thompson, age 31. of Athens passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020. A native of Jacksonville, Florida and a resident of McMinn County most of her life, she was preceded in death by her Papaw, James Thompson. She was survived by her parents Constance Thompson of Athens and Raymond Webb of Riceville; two sons. Greyson Galyon of Athens and Julian Thompson of Nebraska; One brother, Zachary Thompson of Athens; two sisters and brother-in-law, Amanda Webb of Riceville, and Brooklyn...
Jessy Thompson, age 31. of Athens passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020. A native of Jacksonville, Florida and a resident of McMinn County most of her life, she was preceded in death by her...
Winnie Axley Athens
Mary Winona “ Winnie” (Hutsell) Axley passed peacefully on May 14th, 2020 at the age of 94 at Life Care Center of Athens, Tennessee. She was loved by her family and friends and will be missed dearly.
Winnie was born on February 8th, 1926 to the late Clyde and Sarah Hutsell and was preceded in death by her husband, Grayson; her sisters, Blanche Landers and Caroline Elliott; and her brothers, Charles, Bennett, John, Joe, and Don Hutsell.
She is survived by...
Mary Winona “ Winnie” (Hutsell) Axley passed peacefully on May 14th, 2020 at the age of 94 at Life Care Center of Athens, Tennessee. She was loved by her family and friends and...
Sherrie Jenkins Athens
SHERRIE SUE PARKS JENKINS, age 73 of Athens, Tn. passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at her residence. She was born in Lampasas, Texas, resident of McMinn County, Tenn. most of her life, daughter of the late E. B. and Beulah "Boots" Parks and preceded in death by a son Kevin Grant Jenkins and two half brothers: Bill Henry and Norman Henry. She retired from Athens Utility Board and was a member of Englewood First Baptist Church. She was a former member of the Eastern...
SHERRIE SUE PARKS JENKINS, age 73 of Athens, Tn. passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at her residence. She was born in Lampasas, Texas, resident of McMinn County, Tenn. most of her life,...
Micahel McMillan Athens
MICHAEL DEWAYNE McMILLAN, age 52 of Athens, Tenn. went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 9, 2020, at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County and preceded in death by his Father: Jimmy Hershell McMillan and Sister: Pamela Marie Sadler. He was a Home Health Counselor
and was a former Manager of the Waffle House. He attended Highway to Heaven Church. He enjoyed fishing, playing baseball and softball. Mike was good hearted, never met a stranger,...
MICHAEL DEWAYNE McMILLAN, age 52 of Athens, Tenn. went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 9, 2020, at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County and preceded...
Ruth Walsh Athens
Ruth Alice Ward Walsh age 95 of Athens, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020 at her residence. A native of Sugar Grove, NC and resident of Athens most of her life, she was the daughter of the late Alfred Council and Millie Trivette Ward. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Athens where she was involved in W.M.U. and teaching sunday school to high school girls. She was a former employee of McMinn County High School where she worked as the secretary for more than 25 years and she often...
Ruth Alice Ward Walsh age 95 of Athens, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020 at her residence. A native of Sugar Grove, NC and resident of Athens most of her life, she was the daughter of the late...
Diane Casteel Riceville
BRENDA DIANE PLASTER CASTEEL, age 63 of Riceville, Tenn. passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tenn. She was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, Tenn. and a daughter of the late Arlie and Nannie Wyatt Plaster,
Loving Husband of 28 years: Alan Casteel of Riceville, Tenn. Daughter and Son-in-law: Hayley and Billy Tindell of Athens, Tenn. Two Grandchildren: Landen and Maddox Tindell, Sister: Marie Plaster of...
BRENDA DIANE PLASTER CASTEEL, age 63 of Riceville, Tenn. passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tenn. She was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn...
Layla Long Athens
LAYLA CLAIR WILSON LONG, age 27 of Athens, Tenn. passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020, in Athens, Tenn. She was a lifetime resident of McMinn County. She was a member of East Athens Baptist Church. She loved to spend time picking flowers in which she made arrangements and enjoyed playing basketball and was a very accomplished artist.
Survivors: Husband: Michael Long of Calhoun, Tenn., Son: Braden Ray Long of Athens, Tenn. Father: Don Wilson of Athens, Tenn. Mother: LaVonne May-Wilson...
LAYLA CLAIR WILSON LONG, age 27 of Athens, Tenn. passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020, in Athens, Tenn. She was a lifetime resident of McMinn County. She was a member of East Athens Baptist...
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Featured Services
Pre-Planning
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Celebration of Life
They are often guided by a friend or family member—but can be religious leader. The celebration often focuses on story-telling, remembrance, and honoring the life of the one who’s been lost.
Grief Counseling & Support
We have in-house counseling and outside partners, along with online resources to guide you through the loss of a loved one.
Frequently Asked Questions
A collection of answers to questions that people often have when arranging for a funeral.
