Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Edwin Walker

Sep 15, 2023

Edwin Berwanger Walker, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2023, in Calhoun, TN. He was a proud and accomplished individual who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Born and raised in Calhoun, TN, Edwin was the son of loving parents Edgar and Eugenia Walker. He was a dedicated student and went...

Cynthia Osborne

Sep 15, 2023

Cynthia Renee Osborne

Knoxville, Tennessee

May 14th 1984- September 15th, 2023

 

Osborne, Cynthia Renee (Cindy) of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away as a result of a fire. Cindy was a beautiful and caring person and now in the arms of Jesus. She is preceded in death by daughter Julian Osborne, father James Osborne Sr., grandmother Irene Osborne, grandfather William Osborne,...

Darlene Bain

Sep 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Darlene Renee Bain

Darlene Renee Bain, age 66, of Mc Donald, TN, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2023. She was born on June 18, 1957, in Cleveland, TN, to her proud parents the late J.B. McDowell and Mary Jewell McDowell.

Darlene led a simple and fulfilling life, finding joy in the little things. She was...

Robert Smith

Sep 14, 2023

In Loving Memory of Robert Smith

Robert Smith, age 58, passed away on September 14, 2023, in Nashville, TN. He was born on July 28, 1965, in Atlanta, GA, to his loving parents, James Smith and Mary Smith. Robert's journey through life was marked by his passion for mechanics, his love for the great outdoors, and his unwavering commitment...

Eugene Maze

Sep 14, 2023

Gene Maze, 97, finished his last project here on earth and passed away at home in Ooltewah, TN on September 14, 2023. He served in the United States Marine Corp during WW II. He earned a Purple Heart during the invasion of Iwo Jima and ended his service with an honorable discharge. After four years of military service and other...

Anita Jellies

Sep 14, 2023

In Loving Memory of Anita Kay Jellies

September 11, 1963 - September 14, 2023

 

Anita Kay Jellies, a cherished mother, partner, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on September 14, 2023, at the age of 60. She will be remembered for her vibrant spirit and the love she shared with those around her.

 

Anita had a zest for...

Craig Bivens

Sep 14, 2023

Craig Lynn Bivens of Cleveland, Tennessee passed from this life on Thursday, September 14, 2023, of Dementia.

Craig was born November 1, 1945. He is survived by his wife, Laurea (Rea) Bivens, his daughter, Carey Garrett, and son-in-law Casey; his son Ryan Justice; five grandsons: Cole Garrett (Ashley), Cyler Garrett (Tatum), Cam Garrett, Liam Justice and Andrew Justice. Also by...

Cecil Hale

Sep 14, 2023

Cecil Britten Hale Jr.

September 6, 1966 - September 14, 2023

 

Cecil Britten Hale Jr. peacefully passed away in his residence in Benton, where he resided for the last 24 years of his life.

 

Surviving family members include his beloved niece Caitlyn, niece Rena, nephew Colton, sister-in-law Kimberly, great-nephew Leo, great-nephew Dante, and great-niece Nataly.

 

Cecil is...

Keith Wilson

Sep 13, 2023

Keith Eric Wilson, of Sweetwater, TN passed away on Wednesday September 13, 2023. He was 55 years old. He was born February 20, 1968 to the late Othella Wilson Jr. and Danetta Wilson. He is also preceded in death by his grandparents Othella Sr., Mary Wilson, and Albert and Lue Vancy Kimpson.

He is survived by his wife Loretta Wilson,...

Judith Carlisle

Sep 13, 2023

Judye Elliott Carlisle, passed away September 13th, 81. Her passion in life was art and belonged to the Regional Art Alliance of Chattanooga for approximately 30 years. She placed 1st. 2nd. 3rd and Best In Show in most of her viewings.

She was preceded in death by her Husband Bobby. her Son Todd and Daughter Kelley Carlisle Appling, She was...

Darrell Goforth

Sep 13, 2023

Darrell G. Goforth, a devoted member of the Church of Christ and a loyal Tennessee Vols fan, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023. Darrell enjoyed nothing more than drinking coffee and reading his Bible. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the US Navy. Darrell was a graduate of Calhoun High School and retired from Bowater Paper...

Joyce Williams

Sep 12, 2023

Joyce Marie Williams, 89, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away on September 12, 2023. She was born on May 16, 1934 in Delafield, Wisconsin to the late George and Eva (Lamiere) Bingenheimer.

Joyce and Jack raised their family in Genesee, Wisconsin for 40 years. After they retired, they lived in Leesburg, Florida for 22 years. They then moved to Athens, Tennessee...

Richard Jacobs

Sep 12, 2023

Richard Lewis Brooks Jacobs, born July 8, 1957, in Cleveland, TN, peacefully passed away on September 12, 2023, in his hometown, following a brief illness.

 

Richard was a lifelong resident of Cleveland where he attended and graduated from Cleveland High School in 1976. With a passion for his community, he made an essential contribution to the city as a...

Olivia Weatherford

Sep 12, 2023

In Loving Memory of Olivia Ragan Weatherford

Born on March 12, 2014, in Chattanooga, TN, Olivia Ragan Weatherford, aged 9, peacefully passed away on September 12, 2023, at her residence in Cleveland, TN. She was a beloved daughter, a cherished sister, treasured granddaughter, and a bright young student.

Olivia, or "Liv" as she was affectionately known by her family and...

Chyna McNair

Sep 12, 2023

Chyna Leanna McNair, 32, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Chyna was born on February 3, 1991, in Van Wert, Ohio.

Chyna was preceded in death by her grandfather, John McNair.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Emma Wells, Braxton McNair, and Xavier McNair; her mother, Cynthia McNair; grandmother, Barbara McNair; her brothers,...

James Rodgers

Sep 12, 2023

James D Rodgers 58 passed away early Tuesday morning.

Survived by his father James Rodgers(Kathy) his mother Wanda Carlock brother Stewart Rodgers and sisters Lori King, Deborah Dodson (Richard) and (Carolyn Ivey). Several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

He was a huge fan of the Georgia Bulldogs. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him....

Robin Harmon

Sep 11, 2023

Robin Maria White Harmon

April 27, 1965 - September 11, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robin Maria White Harmon, who left this world on September 11, 2023, at the age of 58, surrounded by the love of her family in her home.

 

Robin was born on April 27, 1965, in Cleveland, TN,...

Shirley Haney

Sep 11, 2023

Shirley Jean Haney, born August 6, 1945, passed away at Hamilton Medical Center on September 11, 2023. Shirley retired from Cleveland Chair Company. Her most recent job was at Rose's Store in Blue Ridge, Georgia.

Shirley enjoyed reading, shopping, and spending time with her family and friends. She will be missed by all who know her.

She is preceded in...

Shirley Ledford

Sep 10, 2023

Shirley Lee Ledford (nee Bryant), affectionately known to many as "Nana", went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 10th, 2023. Shirley was the only child of the late Jewel Beatrice Bryant (nee Raby) and Robert B. Bryant.

Shirley was born on February 4th, 1949, in Chattanooga, TN, where she spent most of her life. She enjoyed sewing,...

Maynard Branham

Sep 10, 2023

Lestie Maynard Branham, 77, of Cleveland, TN. Passed away on September 10, 2023. He was born on August 6, 1946, in Hamilton County to Otto Monroe and Ruth Branham.

Maynard loved to go camping, fishing, hunting, or anything outdoors. He never met a stranger and was always there to help a friend or a family member in need.

Along with...