Sue Johnson Adcock, 72 passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 12.
Born on August 24, 1952, Sue was a lifelong resident of South Pittsburg. She dedicated over 30 years of her life working at the South Pittsburg Knitting Mill, where her hard work, dedication and warm spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Sue found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved taking family trips to Florida, where she made many cherished memories. Her mornings were often spent enjoying breakfast at Waffle House or grabbing a bite at the Dixie Freeze, two of her favorite local spots. Sue also had a deep love for animals, especially her beloved cat, who brought her comfort and companionship.
Sue will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle nature, and the joy she brought to those around her. She will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
She was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Della Johnson, brothers Buddy and Roy Lee Johnson, sister Jerry Lynn Tatum and husband Harold Adcock.
Sue is survived by her daughter Holly Rollins, sons Charlie (Christina) Rollins and Kevin “Goo” Rollins, grandchildren Brittany and Shea Jones, Courtney Rollins, Rachel Keller, as well as Alivia and Reese Rollins, sisters Jackie Blackmon and Lucy Barnes, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Dr. Rusty Adcock and Lynn Adcock, several nieces and nephews, great grandchildren Drake Stevens, Jeremy Bryant, Brielle Jones, Kashton Higgins and Marlorie Claire Murphy.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 14 at 1 p.m. at the South Pittsburg Chapel of Rogers Funeral Home, with Pastor Ronnie Case who officiated.
Mrs. Adcock was laid to rest with her beloved husband Harold Adcock at Sequatchie Valley Memorial Gardens in Jasper.
Visitation was also held on Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the funeral service being held in the South Pittsburg Chapel.
Pallbearers were Jeff Jones, Michael Jordan, Jeff Muir, Eddie Boochie Moore, Ricky Taylor and Brian Keller.
Thank you to Hospice of Chattanooga, Heather Haswell, Waffle House, Amanda Hamm, and David and Patty Johnson at the Dixie Freeze.
Sheryl Muir, thank you for all that you have done and for loving my mother.
“If you get to Heaven before me, look me up!”
Arrangements were entrusted To Rogers Funeral Home, 400 Laurel Ave, South Pittsburg, TN 37380 (423) 837-7176.
The Marion Tribune – June 19, 2025
