Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services

01/26/2026

John Smith

John Henry Smith, age 76, of Decatur and formerly of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026, in the chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

The family will recieve friends from 5 - 7 p.m., prior to the service.

Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Smith family.

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01/26/2026

01/25/2026

When yes means no and up means down. Happy Opposite Day!

01/25/2026

After losing a loved one, you deserve compassionate people by your side. Jasper Staton, Funeral Assistant, works hard to make sure that your every need is met.

Jasper is the son of James and Amber Staton and a proud 2024 graduate of Cleveland State Community College. He attends many funeral and memorial services, making himself available to each guest to answer questions, meet needs, and ensure that every aspect of the service is taken care of.

Outside of work, he is an active member at Walnut Grove Baptist Church and enjoys serving his community. He is a dedicated Freemason and an active member of Meigs Lodge #213 F. & A.M.

01/23/2026

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01/22/2026

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01/21/2026

Mary Todd

Mary Catherine Hardin Thompson Todd, age 79, of Sweetwater, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

She was a daughter of the late Charles and Marie Hardin of Calhoun. She was a member of Glenlock Baptist Church in Sweetwater.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Anderson Todd; daughter, Deborah Thompson; sisters, Nina (Windom) Lunsford, Norma Jean (Don) Hudson, Freda (Ed) Cannon, Dois Faye (Benny) Bowman; brothers, Richard (Barbara) Hardin, Joe (Alice) Hardin; several nieces and nephews.

She is survived by her sister, Barbara (Hershal) Elkins; several nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., on Friday, January 23, 2026 in the Chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services with the Rev. Lon Shoopman officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethel Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Calhoun.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., prior to the service.

Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Todd family.

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01/20/2026

Mitchell Armour

Mitchell Edward Armour, age 52, of Decatur, passed away on January 20, 2026.

Mitch was the cherished son of the late Edward and Charlotte Lynn Armour. He led a life filled with passion, particularly enjoying his time at dirt track racing.

Mitch is preceded in death by his dear friends, Winnie Burris and Riley Burris, who shared many wonderful moments with him.

Mitch's legacy will live on through his beloved son, Austin (Madison) Armour; his loving sister, Tracy Armour; and his brother, Derrick Nelson. He is also survived by his niece, Laney Lewis, as well as special friends, Chris Whitted and Stephanie Davis, and many other extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly.

A memorial service to honor and celebrate Mitch's life will take place on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with Rev. David Disney officiating.

The family will receive friends from 4- 6 p.m., prior to the service.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Life Care Center of Rhea County for the exceptional care and love extended to Mitch, along with the compassionate care from Amedisys Hospice.

Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Armour family.

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01/19/2026

Howard Crabtree

Howard Dewight "Moose" Crabtree, age 80, of Niota, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026

He was a son of the late Joe and Nancy Crabtree and a member of Pisgah Baptist Church. He was a member of Thomas A. Hamilton Lodge #317 F.& A.M. in Riceville for over 39 years. He enjoyed growing produce, selling honey, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his son, Robert Joe Crabtree; siblings, Hershal Crabtree, Wanda Hayes, Vonda Newman, Hack Crabtree, Sue Nelson, Joby Crabtree, Juanita Rogers.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Connie Tilley Crabtree; daughter, Kim Crabtree; grandchildren, Carrie Fairbanks, Jesse Fairbanks; great-grandchildren, Hazel Byers, Madison Fairbanks; several nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

A Masonic Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 in the chapel of Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with a funeral service to follow with the Rev. Martin Bowlin. Interment will follow in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon - 2 p.m., prior to the service.

Decatur Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Crabtree family.

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01/19/2026

Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr. for his tireless efforts in the fight for racial equality, social justice, and civil rights in the United States. Across the country, so many people honor his memory by focusing on service and community involvement because Dr. King valued social responsibility and the power of individual action. He is a man to respect and remember for generations to come!

01/18/2026

Did you know that planning ahead for funeral wishes can bring peace of mind to both you and your family?

With a prepaid plan, you can decide what's right for you and work to ensure that the cost of your final tribute is covered, leaving your family free of the financial burden. Preplanning also protects against the cost of inflation, and because plans are transferable, you'll be covered if life takes you to another state.

Watch this video with our preplanning specialist, Nicole Johnson, as she shares more about the benefits of planning ahead!

01/16/2026

While funerals of the past were more cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all style events, that’s not true anymore. Check out this article to learn more about funeral personalization and how it’s changing the way we honor and remember the lives of those we love.

Funerals aren't one-size-fits-all. In fact, funeral personalization is key to creating a meaningful and healing tribute. Click for more!