Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Billy Asende
Apr 28, 2025
Billy Asende, age 42, passed away April 28, 2025. Billy was born in Baraka - Fizi, Northern Kivu to Asende Lubende and Mauwa Victorina Mtangwa. Billy married Fatuma Lubende of Kindu Maniema on 1996 in Kinshasa - DRC.
He was preceded in death by Asende Lubende (Father).
After coming to America, Billy lived in Florida, Arkansas, Texas and...
David Goldston
Apr 28, 2025
David Nathaniel Goldston of Cleveland, TN passed away, at his home shared with his mother, Monday, April 28, 2025, at the age of 49.
He leaves behind his mother, Gwenith C. Lyles, his brother Nate Goldston and his children, Jamil and Janiah Goldston, his sister Crystal and her husband Nate Davis and their children: Devin, Chandler, Braden, Ashton, and Zachary Davis,...
Ruth Burgett
Apr 27, 2025
Ruth Bertie Jean Burgett, 81, of Philadelphia went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 27, 2025.
Ruth was a caregiver for nearly 40 years. She was always seeking to help anyone in need and took pride in that. Ruth also enjoyed cooking and sewing. She was a member of Lakeside Baptist Church in Vonore, TN.
Preceded in death by...
Sylvia Taylor
Apr 27, 2025
Sylvia Roberta Taylor, 75, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 27, 2025. She was born on November 16, 1949 to the late Earl and Atha Jones.
Sylvia loved working in her yard with flowers, helping at the churches where she had been involved and members, along with a Sunday School Teacher: Community Baptist and Cookson Creek Baptist...
Donna Harris
Apr 27, 2025
Donna Jean Harris, 51, passed away at Parkwest Medical Center on April 27, 2025.
Donna was born on June 16, 1973 to the late Walter and Connie Presswood. Donna loved spending her days drawing and doing art. She will be deeply missed.
Preceded in death by parents, Walter and Connie Presswood; son, David Hoyt Wright "Pooh".
Survivors include her husband,...
Billy Jack Skiles, Sr.
Apr 26, 2025
It's with a very heavy heart that the family announces the passing of a great man, Billy Jack Skiles, Sr., went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2025, at 6:50 A.M., with all of his family by his side at Parkridge East Hospital.
Bill Skiles was born on April 4, 1936, in Stotesbury, West Virginia.
Bill was truly cherished and...
Janice Sewell
Apr 25, 2025
Janice Gail Sewell, age 57, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025. She was born June 2, 1967, to the late James and Juanita Hicks.
Janice lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, and quiet strength. She devoted many years to her work as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a role in which she found deep purpose...
Berry Snyder
Apr 25, 2025
Friday, April 25, 2025, Berry Jones Snyder was called home to be with the Lord. He leaves behind a lasting legacy through his beloved wife of 34 years, Loretta Snyder, and his children: Nathan Snyder and his wife Amber, Alex Snyder and his wife Ashley, Justin Snyder and his wife Adrien, and Erika (Snyder) Gleason and her husband Bailey.
Berry was...
Francis Marston
Apr 24, 2025
Francis Edward Marston Jr., 73, of Cleveland, TN, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025. Born on September 19, 1951, in Lynn, MA, he was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and dedicated his life to his work in the manufacturing industry as a laborer.
Francis had a passion for woodworking, creating beautiful pieces that will...
Tucker Dillard
Apr 24, 2025
Tucker Ryan Dillard - March 7th, 1992 - April 24th, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Tucker Ryan Dillard, who left us far too soon on April 24th, 2025, at the age of 33. He passed away suddenly at home, leaving behind a heartbroken family and beloved friends.
Tucker was a beloved son, father, and...
Thomas Rakestraw
Apr 23, 2025
Thomas Patrick Rakestraw, 64, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 23, 2025. He was born on November 25, 1960 to the late Jack and Lorene Rakestraw. Pat was a hard working electrician, earning his masters degree in the trade. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and was an amazing father. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all...
Eric Smith
Apr 22, 2025
Baby Eric William Lee Smith passed away on April 22, 2025. He was born on April 21, 2025 to Caleb Smith and Lela Yarber Smith.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Bryan Eric Yarber.
In addition to his mother and father, he leaves behind to cherish his memory two aunts Tamera Yarber and Morgan Yarber.
The Smith family will receive friends...
Charles "Charlie" Lamar Pace
Apr 22, 2025
Charles "Charlie" Lamar Pace, 50, of Rock Spring, GA, passed away April 22, 2025, at his residence surrounded by family. He was born on July 22, 1974.
Charlie was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt, fish, take walks in the woods, and being out in nature. Charlie loved spending time with his family and friends, cooking out around a campfire....
Charles W. Gee, Sr
Apr 21, 2025
Charles Wallace Gee Sr, 77, a life long resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025 at Bradley Medical Center Hospital surrounded by family. He was born on March 23, 1948 to the late Wallace and Annie Lee Gee.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman, loved going to the flea markets and yard sales on...
Daniel "Hippie" James
Apr 21, 2025
Daniel "Hippie" James 50, of Chattanooga TN, passed away Monday, April 21 2025.
"Hippie" was employed with Worldwide Mack and Volvo for 25 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronnie Wayne James and daughter Aryona Leigh James
Survivors include his lifelong best friend & ex-wife Jamie Lynn James & children Ashley Louise and Alexavier Nico; Mother, Sandra & Stephen...
Michael Call
Apr 20, 2025
Michael "Peewee" Leon Call, 67, of Etowah, TN went to be with the Lord on April 20, 2025 at Parkwest Medical Center.
He was a loving father and grandfather. Peewee loved taking long drives and being outdoors. He also had a passion for old cars. He will be deeply missed.
Preceded in death by his parents, Junior and Martha Call.
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Dale Dotson
Apr 20, 2025
Dale Dotson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 20th at the age of 84. Originally from Waynesville, North Carolina, she came to Cleveland with her family in 1975. She is remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a very dear neighbor and friend. She was also known as a stylish businesswoman with a unique approach to design and hospitality.
After...
Stony W. Brooks
Apr 19, 2025
Stony William Brooks, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, Tennessee, died Saturday, April 19, 2025. He was the son of George Brooks and Etheline Goins Brooks.
He attended Cleveland and Bradley County schools prior to attending the University of Tennessee Knoxville. There he earned a Master's Degree in Mathematics as well as a Bachelor of Science in Education. After graduating, he began...
Jeanette Watson
Apr 19, 2025
Jeanette "Nette" Marie Watson, 65, of Tellico Plains passed away on April 19, 2025.
Preceded in death by her husband, William G. Watson.
Survivors include her mother, Lillie White; children, Michael Holcomb (Victoria), Melisha Holcomb (Tony Reno), Jeffrey Holcomb, Angela Watson (Craig), Deonte Fletcher; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Holcomb, Joseph Demarco, Trevor Lakes, Kianna Lakes, Leland Lakes, Maria Lakes; great grandchildren,...
Donald "Dink" Picklesimer
Apr 19, 2025
Donald Von "Dink" Picklesimer Sr., 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in the early morning of Saturday, April 19, 2025. A devoted Christian, he loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and was a faithful member of Lakewood Baptist Church in Harrison, TN. Of which he was a charter member. Dink loved going to church and never missed...
