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I am sitting in our house alone. I don't like being alone. I haven't been alone in almost 52 years! My beloved, my other half, the center of my existence lies in a hospital bed. She doesn't communicate. She is closer to heaven than planet earth. Hospice tells me it won't be long. I am torn. I rejoice for her....
Erica Johnson, 60, of Athens, gained her Heavenly wings on Tuesday April 23rd. Erica was born on August 29, 1963, in Knoxville, TN. She has served her community as a paramedic since starting her career in 1984. She also served as a guard for TVA Watts Bar. She was the first female in the McMinn County Rescue Squad and one...
Christopher Joseph Rivero passed away on April 22, 2024, after a long battle with a chronic illness. Christopher was born on Dec. 1, 1981, in Ocean Springs, MS.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Stone Moore, his grandmothers, Marlene Hauck and Nancy Moore.
He is survived by his mother, Trudy Ann Rivero, his dads, Terry Hauck and Jerry Rivero, his...
James "Jimm" Coffin, 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away after a brief illness on Monday, April 22, 2024. Jimm was born on September 20, 1945 in Haverhill, New Hampshire to the late Ray and Lillian Coffin. Jimm was always known for being a kind person and having a gentle soul. He enjoyed going to garage sales, yard sales, and estate...
Penny Deanne Truelove, 46, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024. She was born on February 1, 1978, in Cleveland to William and Geraldine Truelove. Penny was the third child born to her parents and was the little girl they had been praying to have. She instantly brought joy and happiness to her mother who had been...
Mildred Roy Pinion Callaway, age 104, passed away on April 22, 2024. She was born on July 19, 1919, in the Christianburg Community near Sweetwater, Tennessee, to her parents Harriet Isbell Roy and George A. Roy. She grew up on a farm with her family.
During World War II Mildred worked at the Hardwick Woolen Mill sewing wool overcoats for the...
Edith Lorene Hill, 76, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away April 22, 2024, at a local hospital. She was born June 12, 1947, to the late William Vernon Hill and Edna Blevins in Harvey, IL. Edith loved all sports. She was a big TN fan and loved watching Steph Curry play basketball. Edith was like a mother & nana to her...
Ruben Lee Hemrick, 49, of Chatsworth, Georgia passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Ruben was born on February 6, 1975, in Tampa, Florida. Ruben was a very loving and encouraging father to his sons, whom he loved dearly. He was a very intelligent person, having vast knowledge of history, technology, and collectible coins. In his spare time, he enjoyed...
Teresa Gail Milen was born September 16, 1958, in Cleveland, TN to the late C.J. Milen and Ina Pankey. She departed this life on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, GA. Teresa fought a battle with cancer for the last year.
Teresa was a member of Mountain Springs Baptist Church, Old Fort, TN.
Teresa graduated from Polk County...
Rev. R.C. "Chip" Hammonds was welcomed into the arms of our Lord on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the age of 65.
Chip was born to Morris G. "Gad" and Neva Hammonds on February 8, 1959 in Athens, Tennessee.
Chip met his wife, Tammy Hendon in 1976 while a student at McMinn Central High School. They...
Larry E. Bishop (Cheeseburger), 69, unexpectedly passed away at home on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Larry was a lifetime resident of Cleveland, TN.
He was a truck driver for 41 years before retiring. He was well known for his passion for racing. He was a loving husband to his wife of 51 years, and a dedicated father to many.
He...
Mary ( "Bobbi") Robert Suggs,1946-2024
Mary ("Bobbi") Robert Suggs, 77 of Chattanooga, TN, passed away in the comfort of her home on surrounded during her final days by family and friends.
Bobbi was born in Oak Park, Illinois on September 25, 1946 to Mabel and Elmer Murphy. She was the youngest of four siblings, brothers Donald Joseph Murphy...
Virginia "Ginny" Rae Murrell, 79, of Spring City, TN, passed away at home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 25, 1944 in Beavercreek, OH to Del and Pauline Marshall.
She had an LPN degree in nursing. She worked at Wright Patterson AFB and then became a stay-at-home mom. After her kids were older, she received her LPN degree...
Nancy Juanita Dagnan, age 76, of Whiteside TN, went to be with her Lord on Friday, April 19, 2024. She was born June 12, 1947 to Lonnie and Lorraine Raines.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 43 years, Billy E. (Bill) Dagnan, siblings Anna Lou Raines Harris, Terrel Raines, Tom Raines, Lonnie (Smoky) Raines...
Sharlene Mikel, 60, who was born and raised in Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, after her fourth battle of cancer. She was born in Cleveland, TN on July 9, 1963. She was formerly employed by Food City, Ocoee Crossing, Cleveland, Tennessee.
Sharlene was the best half of a set of twins born to the late Betty...
Donna Marie Sherlin, 63, of McDonald, Tennessee passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. Donna was born on June 14, 1960, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Donald and Marie Johnson.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers, Kerry Johnson, and Steve Johnson.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, C.J. Sherlin; daughters, Karla (Michael)...
Mary Elizabeth (Liz) Burns of Sweetwater formerly of West Palm Beach, FL passed away Thursday April 18, 2024, at Sweetwater Hospital. She was preceded in death by parents, Red and Teresa Johnson and brothers Eugene, Allen, Ed, and Joe Johnson. She is survived by daughter and fiance Sharon Rose and David Anderson of Sweetwater, son Robert Burns of West Palm...
Estell Bates Ramsey, 83, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 18, 2024. She was born on April 27, 1940 to the late Andrew and Vaudie Bates.
She enjoyed shopping, gardening, traveling, and watching her favorite TV shows. She worked for American Uniform and Peytons Southeastern.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Gary Ramsey. She leaves behind to cherish her...
On April 17, 2024 Patricia Jearldean "Jerri" Ervin was welcomed into her heavenly home. She was met by her savior and a host of family and friends.
Jerri was preceded in death by her husband, J.T. Ervin.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her sons, Lamar (Liza Foley) Ervin, and Gregg (Laura) Ervin; grandchildren, Andrew Ervin, Amanda White, Phillip Ervin, and...
Dorinda Sue Eldridge, 73, of Decatur, TN, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Dorinda was preceded in death by her father Neil DeFriese, Sr., and siblings Onolee Boyd, Spanky DeFriese and Bob DeFriese.
She is survived by her husband, C.L. Eldridge; her mother Susie Mooney DeFriese; her siblings Leanna Rogers (James) and Donna Kirby (Denny); her children Kelli Eldridge Hale (Frank),...