Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Willard McKinney

Jun 14, 2024

Willard Maurice McKinney, known to friends and family as Reese or Mo, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on September 26, 1948, in Athens, TN, and was a beloved member of his community. Willard's greatest joys in life were his family and the Tennessee Vols (not always in that order).

He...

Kenneth Hafley

Jun 13, 2024

Kenneth Wayne "Ken" Hafley, 70 a resident of Birchwood, TN passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at his home. He was born in Chattanooga, TN on September 20, 1953, a son of the late Harold & Viola Hafley. Ken was a gifted automotive repairman and owned his own repair business in Huntsville, AL and then later relocated back to...

Charlotta Pickens

Jun 13, 2024

Charlotta "CP" Pickens, 83, a lifelong resident of McMinn County passed away on Thursday morning, June 13, 2024, at Starr Regional of Etowah.

She was born in Etowah, TN on April 8, 1941, a daughter of the late Raymond and Otsie. Charlotta was of the Christian faith and a member of First Church of God in Englewood, TN. She worked 30+...

Brenda Sample

Jun 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Brenda "Gayle" Sample on June 13, 2024. A woman of outgoing, compassionate, and caring nature, Gayle lived a fulfilling life characterized by kindness and love.

Gayle is survived by her daughter, Jaime Fulford, son-in-law, Jim Fulford, and her grandchildren; Brandon, Harlee, and Carter Fulford. Their grandmother had always...

Gail Lane

Jun 11, 2024

Ann Gail Lane, age 86, of Spring City, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. She was born on March 28, 1938 in Lockland, OH, to Howard and Lorraine Humphrey Apke.

Gail worked as an executive secretary in the automotive industry; and in her spare time, devoted herself to coach soccer.

She married Cleveland Lane in December 1999, and he survives....

Lee Tucker

Jun 10, 2024

Lee Tucker was born December 8, 1937 to William Lawrence and Stella Maureen Hartline Tucker.

Lee graduated from South Side High School in Memphis, TN in 1956, where he entered the US Navy training in San Diego, CA, class A Radio School and Submarine School in New London, CT. Lee was stationed aboard the USS Tigrone SSR 419, USS Trumpetfish and...

June Jones

Jun 8, 2024

June Elizabeth Hargis Jones passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, while surrounded by family. She was just a few weeks shy of her 99th birthday. Preceding her in death were her parents, Benjamin and Beulah Lee Hargis; three brothers, Charles, William and David Hargis; and one sister, Virginia Hargis Bouterse.

A graduate of Bradley High School, she also attended Stetson University...

Teanna Henson

Jun 8, 2024

Teanna Henson, 54, of Athens gained her wings on June 8, 2024, in Ringgold, GA.

Teanna is preceded in death by her grandparents, Thelma and Paul Baker.



Teanna is survived by her daughters Kayla Thornton and Tawny Wilbanks. Her sons Keith Henson, Chris Thornton, and Rodney Wilbanks. Her Parents Bobby and Jackie Koerber. Her two sisters and brother...

Daniel Kelleston

Jun 8, 2024

Daniel H. Kelleston, beloved husband, father, brother, and son, passed away on June 8th, 2024, in Cleveland, TN, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 27, 1957, in Trenton, Michigan, to William and Beverly Kelleston.

Daniel led a full life filled with hard work, dedication, and cherished moments. He served in the United States Marine Corps...

Mary Louise Lindsey

Jun 8, 2024

Mary Louise Lindsey, 89, lifelong resident of Chattanooga, TN, passed away June 8, 2024. Born January 28, 1935, to the late William Flippo & Clara Flippo. Mary loved making flowers and crafts.

In addition to her parents, Louise is preceded in death by her sisters, Wanda Weakley and Maragret Talley; brother, William Buddy Flippo.

Survived by her sons, Alvin (Sheila) Lindsey and...

Albert Junior Mears (Alb)

Jun 8, 2024

Albert Junior Mears (Alb), 82, most beloved man, Coalminer Foreman for 25 years with Tennessee Consolidator and 3 years with Jim Walter's No#3 mines passed away June 8, 2024.

He is proceeded in death by parents Albert Lee Mears and Estelle Mears; brothers, David, Sam, and Bob Mears; sisters, Doris White, and Jackie Jackson; nephews, Jeff Nunley, and Kevin Jackson; great-grandson,...

Sonny Butler

Jun 7, 2024

Sonny Ray Butler, 71, of Dayton, Tennessee passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024. Sonny was born on November 25, 1952, in Oneida, Tennessee to the late Louis "Mousey" Butler and Thelma Ann Abston Butler.

He was of the Baptist faith and a former deacon at Union Fork Baptist Church. Sonny was employed for over 28 years at Norfolk...

Eddie White

Jun 6, 2024

Eddie J. White 84 of Philadelphia, TN. passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 6, 2024. He was a self employed Heavy Equipment Operator for 40 years.

He was preceded in death by his loving companion of 40 years Shirley McDaniel parents JR White and Wanda Johnson. Brothers Charles and Jimmy White. Sister Jean Fox.

He leaves behind sister JoAnn Malpass....

Danny Fowler

Jun 5, 2024

A dear friend and beloved father Danny Chalmer Fowler went home on Wednesday June 5th 2024. He will be missed and his memory will be forever treasured by his friends and family.

Born in Cleveland Tennessee Danny lived most of his childhood in Ripley where he lived with his foster family and some of his brothers. It was in Ripley...

William "Mike" Sipe

Jun 4, 2024

William Michael Sipe (71) of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 3, 2024. Born on May 1, 1953, Mike was a lifelong resident of Cleveland. He enjoyed fishing and aviation - holding a private pilot license for many years. Mike owned and operated Sipe's Paint and Body shop for several decades with his father, Bill, until his retirement. He most...

Susan Trew

Jun 4, 2024

Susan Carol Trew, 76, of Decatur passed away on June 4, 2024 at NHC Healthcare Sequatchie.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Trew Sr; parents, Cam and Ravanell Goines; sisters, Marlene Boles, Lynn Stokes, Sharlene Shelton; brothers, Larry Goines, Cam Goines Jr and Jimmy Goines; grandson, Waylon Trew; and nephew, Jerry Shelton.

Survivors include her son, Billy (Stacy) Trew;...

George "Troy" Barfield

Jun 4, 2024

George "Troy" Barfield, 88 went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at home with family. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He has been a resident of Cleveland for over 50 years. He was a devout Christian and a member of North Cleveland Church of God where he served as a long time usher....

Anita Little

Jun 3, 2024

Sunrise: August 7, 1971 Sunset: June 3, 2024





Anita Little, 52, of Chattanooga, Tn passed away Monday June 3, 2024, in a local hospice facility. Anita was born to Jim and Crystal Little on August 7, 1971.

Anita was a faithful member of Emmanuel Praise Temple.

Anita was proceeded in death by her father Jim Little...

Vicky Hendrickson

Jun 3, 2024

Vicky Hendrickson passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024.

She enjoyed travel, playing with and having long conversations with her grandchildren. She was an avid reader.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Hendrickson; three sisters and two brothers.

She leaves behind her son Derek Schultz and her daughter in law, Alanda Schultz; three grandchildren, David Pyrlik, Dessa Pyrlik and Hayden...

Christopher Hamonds

Jun 1, 2024

Christopher Alan Hamonds, 32, of Athens, TN, passed away at home Saturday, June 1st, 2024.

Chris was born July 5, 1991 in Athens, TN. He enjoyed spending time with his children and family. He also enjoyed doing all kinds of outdoor activities.

He is survived by his parents, Paul and Debbie Hamonds of Athens, TN; two sisters, Christie Hamonds of Cleveland, TN,...