Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Joseph Summerfield Roberts, Jr.
May 21, 2023
Joseph Summerfield Roberts, Jr., passed on Sunday, May 21, 2023. He was a native of Athens and a resident of Riceville, TN for the last 19 years. He was the son of the late Joseph S. and Lula Roberts.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Jo Ann Roberts.
He is survived by his wife of...
Kyler Lee Tanksley
May 20, 2023
Kyler Lee Tanksley, 19, of Georgetown, TN passed away suddenly from a motorcycle accident on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
Lee will be greatly missed as he had a wonderful, loving and giving heart. Lee was a valued member of the Georgia ClayBusters Shotgun Team through the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP).
During his tenure with the Georgia ClayBusters, Lee worked hard to...
Bobby Lee Winkles Sr.
May 20, 2023
Bobby Lee Winkles Sr., 80, of Hixson, TN passed on Saturday, May 20th, 2023. He retired after dedicating over 40 years as a construction manager of Memorial Hospital. Bobby also proudly served his country and was honorably discharged from the United States Air Force.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Flora Mae and William Winkles Sr.; wife, Barbara Winkles;...
Amber Kay Glenn
May 19, 2023
Amber Kay Glenn, a beloved resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on May 19, 2023, at the age of 46. Born on November 9, 1976, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, she was the daughter of Bradley Bolt and Sheila Belonzi.
Amber's memory will forever be cherished by those she leaves behind. She is survived by her mother, Shelia Belonzi, and her father,...
Sharon Denise Holmes
May 19, 2023
Obituary for Sharon Denise Holmes
Sharon Denise Holmes, a loving and talkative woman, passed away on May 19, 2023, at the age of 49. She peacefully departed at Life Care Center of Cleveland in Cleveland, Tennessee. Sharon was born on March 8, 1974, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to her parents Howard and Thelma (Smith) Underwood.
Sharon will be fondly remembered as a kind-hearted...
Roberta Ann Provonsha
May 19, 2023
Roberta “Roby” Ann Provonsha, 64, of Athens, TN (formerly of Tampa, FL), passed away May 19, 2023, at her residence. She was born July 14, 1958, in Fort Rucker, AL, to the late Don R. Kilbourne & Inge Wevering Kilbourne. Roby was a strong, caring woman who loved her family and friends above all else. She was an amazing wife,...
Carl R Stutz
May 18, 2023
Carl R. Stutz, 85, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2023. A lifelong resident of Chattanooga, He retired from TVA Heavy Equipment Division after 30 years of service at 10th street in Chattanooga and Watts Bar.
Carl and the family enjoyed boating on Chickamauga Lake and was a member and instructor of the US Power Squadron. He spent...
Oliver James Wiggins
May 18, 2023
In Loving Memory of Oliver James Wiggins
Oliver James Wiggins, an infant of Cleveland, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on May 18, 2023, at Tennova of Cleveland. Born on May 18, 2023, in Cleveland, Tennessee, he was the cherished child of Joseph and Chastidy (Holt) Wiggins.
Though his time with us was brief, Oliver leaves an indelible mark on our hearts. He brought...
Donnie Craig
May 18, 2023
Donnie Vie Craig, 82, of Athens, TN, passed away May 18, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 4, 1940, to the late James Horace Riden & Emma Mae Knox Riden, in Etowah, TN.
Donnie loved raising puppies & birds, spending time with her family, traveling, and working in her flower garden.
In addition to her...
Averon Wayne Helton
May 18, 2023
In Loving Memory of Averon Wayne Helton
Averon Wayne Helton, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on May 18, 2023, at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville, Tennessee, at the age of 67. Born on April 8, 1956, in Cleveland, Tennessee, he was the son of Albert and Betty (Helton) Huddgen.
Averon was a man of many passions and interests. He cherished...
Donna Faye Bain
May 18, 2023
Donna Faye Bain, age 68, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on May 18, 2023, at her residence in Cleveland. She was born on February 13, 1955, in Cleveland to Roy and Azalea (Gentry) Longwith.
Donna was a woman of deep Christian faith, finding solace and strength in her spiritual beliefs. She had a passion for working in her yard, creating beautiful...
James Ronald Cameron, Jr.
May 17, 2023
James Ronald Cameron, Jr., age 54, of Chickamauga, GA, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Born on May 1, 1969, in Chickamauga, GA.
James was preceded in death by his father, James Ronald Cameron, Sr., and his brother, Steven Wayne Cameron. He is survived by his devoted mother, Frances Elaine Cameron, the mother of his children, Lisa Marie Cameron, his...
Thomas Ray Cooper
May 16, 2023
Thomas Ray Cooper, 81, of Athens, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at NHC Healthcare of Athens, TN. He was born in Sweetwater, TN. Son of the late Thomas Brown Cooper and Johnnie Mae Jayne Cooper.
Ray was an avid fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed his hunting trip to Alaska. Thomas retired from Thomas & Betts after 34 years.
Preceded...
Anita Rose Mclain
May 16, 2023
Anita Rose McLain, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and treasured friend to many, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2023, in Cleveland, TN. Born on February 16, 1952, in Chattanooga, TN, she lived a fulfilling life of 71 years filled with love, compassion, and a deep connection to her family and community.
Anita was preceded in death by her parents,...
William Marion Byers
May 16, 2023
William Marion Byers, a beloved father, brother, and uncle, passed away in Cleveland, TN, on May 16, 2023, at the age of 65. Born on January 30, 1958, in Knoxville, TN.
William was preceded in death by his parents, James and Velma Byers; his brothers, Donnie and Terry Byers; his sisters, Linda Young, Faye Butler, and Patricia Byers; his significant other...
Demple Louise Dixon
May 16, 2023
On Tuesday May 16th, 2023 Demple Dixon gained her wings and started her ethereal life with her loving parents. She was preceded in death by her father, Tommy Hutchins, mother Nancy Watkins, and step father James McDaniel. Leaving behind her loving husband Richard Dixon, children Crystal Woolson, Kimberly Walker, Michael Walker II, Taylor Dixon, Leslie Fritz, and Dakota Dixon; grandchildren...
Janet A. Anthony
May 15, 2023
Janet A. Anthony, 72, passed peacefully in her home on May 15, 2023, in Madisonville, TN. Janet was born August 23, 1950, to the late Richard & Violet Ronk in Kokomo, Indiana. Janet was one of five children.
Janet was a strong, loving and independent, daughter, wife, sister, mother, and grandmother, who loved gardening, reading, boating, animals, and spending time with...
Sheryl Rozzette Gash
May 14, 2023
Sheryl Rozzette Person Gash, age 76, affectionately known to family as “Sissie”, born in Cleveland, TN on February 6, 1947, transitioned from mortality to Eternal Rest on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Tennova Medical Center.
Sheryl is preceded in death by her father, William Person; her youngest son, Brandon D. Gash; and her sister, Annsonia Hickey.
Sheryl was a graduate of College...
Ronald Brent Langley
May 14, 2023
Ronald Brent Langley, age 38, peacefully passed away surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, May 14, 2023.
Brent was born on April 25, 1985 to Michelle Davis and Ronnie Langley in Dalton, GA. Brent is survived by his mother, Sharon Michele Davis; his father, Ronald Langley, Jr; his very special significant other, Ashley Johnson; his siblings, Stephanie Gass (Caleb Gass)...
James Roy Spurling, Sr.
May 13, 2023
James Roy Spurling, Sr., 69, of Etowah, TN, passed away May 13, 2023. He was born July 18, 1953, in Sweetwater, TN, to the late Charlie Theodore Spurling and Bessie Lee Hawkins Spurling. James was of the Christian faith and a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church. He loved to auctioneer & flea market.
Survived by his loving wife, Catherine Jane...
