Mellissa Louise Dugger, age 67, of Jonesborough, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at her daughters’ residence.

She was born on March 13, 1958, to the late Commie and Lela Dugger.

Mellissa was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

In addition to her parents, Mellissa was preceded in death by her spouse, Glen Whittemore; brothers, Jimmy Dugger and Ronnie Dugger (Sondra); sister, Teresa Birchfield.

She is survived by her daughter, Joni Hatton (Joe); grandchildren, Taylor (Tra), Chasity (Dana) and Levi (Ashley); six great grandchildren; brothers, Jeff Dugger and Michael Dugger (Deana); several nieces and nephews; and best friend of 32 years, Debbie Higgins (Joe); step-children, Curtis Glenn Whittemore and Tammy Kay Whitehead.

It was Mellissa’s wish to not have a formal funeral service. There will be a Celebration of Life and burial at Dugger Cemetery in Jonesborough at 1:00 PM, Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Condolences may be sent to the Dugger family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821