Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
James Houston Mclain
Jul 30, 2023
James Houston McLain, 85, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023 surrounded by his family. As a lifelong resident of Cleveland, he was an active member of the community for most of his life. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially with his family on the Hiwassee River. His greatest joy came from traveling endless miles to support...
Donald W. Honaker
Jul 30, 2023
Donald W. Honaker, 91, a longtime resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Sunday July 30th. Donald loved working on the farm and in his garden. He was a very quiet and reserved man who loved working the land. He loved his family dearly and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his...
Camden "Dino" Leo Blackwelder
Jul 29, 2023
Our beloved son, Camden “Dino” Leo Blackwelder, unexpectedly passed away on July 29, 2023, at the age of 8, of Athens Tennessee. He is survived by those that loved him most including his mother and father, Lacey and Brian Richesin along with his biological father Billy Blackwelder, brothers Peyton Curtis, Logan Blackwelder, Bryson Richesin, sister Alexis Richesin. Grandparents Gary and...
Jimmie Louise Jack
Jul 29, 2023
Jimmie Louise Jack born March 21,1947 passed away peacefully in her sleep, July 29,2023. She was a life- long resident of Athens.
Jimmie was the daughter of the late James Rogers and Ruby Sutton. She loved her church and she loved the Lord. She enjoyed painting and working in her flower gardens, and was adored and treasured by her family and...
Barbara Jane Day
Jul 28, 2023
Barbara Jane Day, 73, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on July 28, 2023. She was born on May 13, 1949, in Lafayette, IN, to the late Emory and Norma Lotts.
Barbara, also known as "Jane," to her dad, had a vibrant personality and a zest for life. She was always surrounded by friends and family, and she loved being out and...
Charles Alan Fancher
Jul 28, 2023
Charles (Chuck) Alan Fancher (Blomgren), age 63, was born on December 18, 1959. He was a beloved husband, brother and friend. He passed on July 28, 2023.
Charles grew up with an adventurous spirit that would later define his life and career. As a young man, he discovered a passion for the open road and set forth on a journey that...
Doris Catherine Culbertson
Jul 27, 2023
Doris Catherine T. Culbertson went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 27, 2023, at the age of 97. Born July 3, 1926, in Varnville, S.C., to Jake and Dorothy Tuten. Older sister to Jacob Tuten Sr. Doris was a homemaker, whose favorite past times were golfing, fishing, and cooking.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband...
Joyce Lynn Hulett
Jul 27, 2023
Joyce Lynn Hulett, known affectionately to all as Lynn, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2023, in Chatsworth, Georgia. Born on July 16, 1955, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, Lynn was a beloved wife, aunt, and friend, cherished for her warm heart, unwavering faith, and love for family and friends.
Lynn was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Pauline Morgan,...
Vickie C. Carpenter
Jul 27, 2023
Vickie Clark Carpenter, a cherished figure throughout her life, passed away on 27th July 2023 in Cleveland, TN. Born on 5th March 1953 in Chattanooga, TN, she was a loving wife to Zane Carpenter, a devoted mother to Nicholas Laminack, a beloved daughter of Sylvia Warmouth, and an endearing sister particularly to Beverly Sabin and her late brother, Mike Sabin.
Vickie...
John Wesley "Jw" Plemens
Jul 26, 2023
John Wesley Plemens (JW), 38, of Harriman, TN, passed away July 26th, 2023. JW was an avid Chevrolet lover which led to a degree in mechanics from TTC in Harriman. JW loved his boys more than words could describe. He was a kind and generous soul who would help anyone. JW is preceded in death by father, Elroy Plemens, grandmother...
Sandra June Carlyle
Jul 26, 2023
Sandra June Carlyle passed away on July 26, 2023. She was a native Clevelander and a member of Broad Street United Methodist Church where she served as a Stephen Minister and a chairperson of Congregational Care.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Carlyle, her parents, Haskel and Avis Ownbey Hill, a sister-in-law, Pearl Hill, a nephew, Mark Hill,...
Hazel "Bunny" Ray
Jul 26, 2023
On Wednesday July 26,2023 Bunny Ray, 71 years of age passed away peacefully at her residence in Chickamauga, Georgia. She is resting in the arms of Jesus now, being serenaded by angels where she suffers no more.
Bunny was surrounded by her dearest friend Pat and husband David, also her Caris hospice caregivers and friends she had made during her time...
Iva Dell Martin
Jul 26, 2023
Iva Dell Martin, 67, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. She was born on April 23, 1956, in McCaysville, Georgia to the late Amos Ledford and Onibee Farner. Iva was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers, Truman Ledford, and Ulyses Ledford;...
Raymond Hardy Long
Jul 25, 2023
Raymond Hardy Long died peacefully on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at the age of 91.
Raymond was born to the late Ernest and May Repass Long in Hawkins County, TN. He was
preceded in death by his sons, William and James both of Athens; his siblings: Marie Long
Cramer of Pensacola, FL; Walter “Jack” Long of Etowah; and Albert Long of Decatur; nephews,
Ernest...
Foy B. Mitchell Jr.
Jul 25, 2023
Foy B Mitchell Jr died July 25, 2023, at the age of 72 after a long goodbye with Lewy Body Dementia. He is predeceased by his parents, Foy and Frances Mitchell of Knoxville.
He leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Brenda, his children Erin Schmitz, Isaac Mitchell and Sara Henegar and their spouses Karsten, Audrey and Michael, his four grandchildren,...
Victor William Duncan
Jul 25, 2023
Victor “Vick” William Duncan was born in Chattanooga, Tn on February 14, 1943. Vick proudly served his country in The United States Army from 1961-1963. Additionally, he was an exceptional brick mason for 50+ years and was always proud of his work. On his days off, you could find him spending time with his wife and family either fishing at...
Leah (Schafer) Consonni
Jul 25, 2023
Leah (Schafer) Consonni, 70, of Kingston, TN, passed away on Tuesday July 25, 2023, after a brief illness. She was born on June 27, 1953, to Bob and Nina (Babb) Schafer. Leah grew up in East Hartford, CT. She was predeceased by her father, Bob Schafer.
Besides her mother, Nina Piazza, she leaves behind 2 daughters, Carly (Consonni) Ingham and husband...
Jimmy C. Baker
Jul 25, 2023
Jimmy C. Baker, 85, of Cleveland, went to Heaven on July 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his home. He served in the Army Reserve and was Traffic Manager for Olin Chemicals for thirty years. He also sold vinyl siding and built houses in his retirement years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Alva Smith...
Timothy Wayne Dodson
Jul 25, 2023
Timothy Wayne Dodson, 60, from Cleveland, TN went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 25th, 2023. Wayne was born in Winchester, TN.
Wayne loved the Lord and believed in serving others. He was a member of the International Worship Center in Cleveland, TN. Wayne was caring and kind, always thinking of others and finding ways to support those in...
Reece Kennedy
Jul 24, 2023
Our beloved daughter, Reece Kennedy, unexpectedly passed away on July 24th, 2023, at the age of 19. She is survived by those who loved her most including her mother, Shelie Mckelvey, father, Brad Kennedy, sister Mikayla Kennedy, stepparents, Michael McKelvey and Jean Kennedy, stepbrother Jack Cromley, numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, grandparents and countless friends who loved her with all their...
