Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Cynthia Frank

May 14, 2024

Cynthia Ann Frank, age 66, of Sweetwater, TN entered into her earthly home on January 26, 1958, and went to her eternal home on May 14, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her parents Jack & Juanita Wilson, one son-in-law Michael E. Wicker, one sister Debbie Cogdill, one grandson Trevor Maynard and the father of her children James "Tommy" Tinnel.

She...

Daryll Gregg

May 14, 2024

Daryll Lee Gregg, 85, of Cleveland, TN passed away on May 14, 2024. He was born on August 5, 1938.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Fred and Ozell Gregg; siblings: Robert Gregg (Jane), Bill Gregg (Katherine), and Kenneth Gregg; brother-in-laws Johnny Humberd, Ed Pruett and a special brother-in-law Bill Silvers.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving...

Steve Wesley Welch

May 13, 2024

Steve Wesley Welch, 80, of Harrison, TN, passed away May 13, 2024. He was born on April 3, 1944, to the late John & Jessie Welch in Chattanooga, TN. Steve loved his family, coon hunting, deer hunting, and trout fishing.

In addition to his parents, Steve is preceded in death by his brothers, John, Author, Robert, Ed, and Charlie, sisters, Junita,...

Charles Bowling

May 13, 2024

Charles (Chuck) Wayne Bowling, 90, of Old Fort, TN, went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2024, following an extended illness. He was born November 12, 1933, in Pittsboro, MS the son of Leslie and Christine Bowling. A son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, veteran, mechanic, truck driver, businessowner, mentor, fisherman, friend, and master storyteller. There...

Aubrie Lackie

May 13, 2024

Aubrie Wayne Lackie, 85, of Cleveland, TN, heard, "Well done, thy good and faithful servant!" as he entered into the joy of the Lord on the afternoon of May 13, 2024.

Our "gentle giant" towering at 6' 8" was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Ila Mae Lackie, and sister, Helen (Dan) Miller. Aubrie is survived and greatly missed...

Doris Barley

May 13, 2024

Doris Ann (Standridge) Barley, 72, of Dayton, TN, passed away on May 13, 2024 at her residence. She was born on May 29, 1951 in Knoxville, TN to the late John Western and Lockie Lee (Hyde) Standridge. Doris was of Church of God faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Donald (Duck) Standridge.

Doris is survived by...

Martha Stuman

May 12, 2024

Martha Stuman, 77, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Martha was born on April 29, 1947 in Cleveland to the late Raymond and Eula Hobbs. Martha was employed at Bradley Memorial for 40 years as an LPN. Along with being a nurse she loved watching Tennessee football, cruising around the world with her husband, and most...

Martha Brown

May 12, 2024

Martha Sue Rogers Brown, 89, of Cleveland, TN, went home to be with the Lord on May 12, 2024. Martha was a lifelong resident of Cleveland, married to the love of her life, Joseph Paul (JP) Brown, Jr. She was retired from the U.S. Forest Service and a member of the United Methodist Church.

The loss of Martha is deeply felt...

Kim Hybarger

May 12, 2024

Kimberly Kay Hybarger, known for her passion for physical fitness, and caring nature, sadly passed away on May 12, 2024, in Cleveland, TN. Born on September 17, 1963, in Cleveland, she devoted over twenty years as a Registered Nurse and Administrator in the home health industry.

Kim was preceded in death by her father Charles Tatum; mother and father in law...

Bonnie Barker

May 11, 2024

Bonnie Lou Barker, 74, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Bonnie was born on September 10, 1949, in Athens, Tennessee to the late John D. and Lottie Hicks. Bonnie enjoyed cooking and could be found most of the time around her home taking a nap.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her siblings,...

Rhonda "Twinkle" Cabrera

May 11, 2024

Rhonda Cabrera Britt, more affectionately known as Twinkle, passed away on May 11, 2024, at the age of 64. She left on a night where the sky was bright with a multitude of colors, and you could see every star "twinkling" above. Her journey here is complete, and we know she is in the loving arms of the Lord.

She is...

Aaron Chastain

May 9, 2024

Aaron Michael Chastain, 38, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on May 9th. He was preceded in death by his Son Bruer Michael Chastain, Father Bradley Chastain, Maternal Grandparents Jerry Murphy & Violet "Marie" Murphy and Paternal Grandmother Mary Chastain.

He is survived by his Daughter Braylah Marie Chastain, Girlfriend Emily Tyree, Mother Donna Chastain, Brothers Nick Chastain &...

Oletta (Leta) Summerour Jones

May 9, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Oletta (Leta) Summerour Jones on May 9,2024. She was born on December 12, 1937, in Dawsonville, GA, to the late Henry Clay and Irma Belle Summerour. She peacefully left us at the age of 86 in Ooltewah, TN, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication.

She is preceded in death by her...

Shirley Aaron

May 9, 2024

Shirley D. Aaron, 85, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at a healthcare facility in Chattanooga. Shirley was born October 27, 1938, in Newberry Berkshire, England to the late Albert & Winifred Pendell. Shirley came to the United States after meeting her husband Olen, in 1958. She lived in Benton, Tennessee until the family moved...

Caroline Roberts

May 9, 2024

Caroline Marjorie Roberts, 94, of Athens, TN, passed away on May 9, 2024. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 13, 1930 to the late Richard and Caroline (Shingle) Miller. She graduated from St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls in Philadelphia, PA in 1948.

Caroline retired as a switchboard operator after 30 years of service with Bell South and...

James Levon Willhoit

May 9, 2024

James Levon Willhoit, 58, of Ringgold, GA, passed away May 9, 2024, at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN. He was born May 18, 1965, in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, and of the Christian/Baptist faith. James loves his cats, motorcycles, guns, and kayaking.

Left to cherish his memories, parents, James E. Willhoit and Linda J. Willhoit, sons, Jody T. Steinmann, Stephen L....

Rickey Adams

May 8, 2024

Rickey Keith Adams, 65, of Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at their home in Chattanooga, Tennessee, after a year and a half battle with cancer.

He was born in Searcy, Arkansas in 1958 and grew up in Des Arc, Arkansas. Rick graduated Des Arc High School, and attended...

Betty Yates

May 8, 2024

Betty H. Yates, 89, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Betty was born on February 27, 1935, in Greenville, South Carolina to the late Rev. Harry and Margaret Henderson. Betty was lifelong member of the Church of God. In her spare time Betty enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly....

Donna Pruett

May 7, 2024

Donna Pruett passed away on May 7, 2024 at age 83 in her home with her son (Tracy), daughter (Deborah) and son-in-law (Gregg) present. Her beloved husband William (Sonny) passed 3 days earlier. She loved her family very much and they loved her in return.

Donna was born and raised in Sheridan, Wyoming. She always had fond memories of her home,...

Rondell Raburn

May 7, 2024

Rondell Henry Raburn Jr., 64, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Rondell was born on May 30, 1959 in Cleveland, Tennessee to Rondell Raburn Sr. and Barbara Raburn. In his spare time he enjoyed flying R/C airplanes, fishing, and playing bass guitar.

Rondell was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bonnie and Henry Raburn, and Laura nd...