James “Tony” Meltabarger – age 66 of Maynardville, passed away August 13, 2025 at Covenant Park West Hospital. He was a member of Clear Branch Baptist Church.

Tony is survived by wife of 41 years, Robin Meltabarger; son, Jeremy (Heather) Meltabarger; daughter, Haley Beason; grandchildren, Teyannah, Delaney, Easton, Baylee Meltabarger; Corbin Beason, Kiara Medina and Draven White; parents, Jim and Joyce Meltabarger; and brother, Marty Meltabarger. The family wishes to thank the nurses in the CCU, Kate, Megan and Anthony at Park West Hospital

The family will receive friends 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Monday, August 18, 2025 in the Trinity Funeral Home Chapel. The celebration of life to follow with Reverend Eddie Muncey and Reverend Kevin Sexton officiating with music provided by Brittany Muncey. Family and friends will meet at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 19, 2025 to proceed to Pleasant View Cemetery for 11:00 a.m. graveside service. Trinity Funeral Home, Maynardville, has the honor of serving the family of Tony Meltabarger. 865-992-5002 www.trinityfuneralhome.net