Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Marc A. Redmond
Apr 7, 2023
Marc Aaron Redmond, 49, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away, April 7, 2023, at his residence.
Born December 31, 1973, to the late Victor & Esther Redmond, and of the Church of God faith.
Marc had a photographic memory. He was an avid reader and enjoyed many genres of music. He was an artist specializing in stone carving.
He is survived...
Rhonda Gail Holland
Apr 6, 2023
Rhonda Gail Holland, 56, of Dalton, GA, passed away April 6, 2023. Born April 13, 1966, in Lubbock, Texas. She is preceded in death by her mother, Dimple Louise Azua.
Survived by her father, James Holland and his wife, Sandra Davis Holland; siblings: Donna Holland, Tammy Land, Dutch Shannon Holland, Eric Azua and his wife, Margarita; and a host of family...
Larry Wayne Brown
Apr 6, 2023
Larry Wayne Brown was born to Tom and Cora Lee Brown on March 15. 1944. He left those who loved
him early in the morning on Wednesdsay, April 4, 2023.
The words that come to his friends, neighbors and anyone who met him: He was a good guy, very laid
back and compassionate. He played baseball since he could pick up a...
Austin Howard Newby
Apr 6, 2023
Austin Howard Newby, 47, of Chattanooga, passed away April 6, 2023, at his home.
Austin was born August 8, 1975, in Chattanooga. He graduated from East Ridge High School where he gained welding skills that became his lifetime career. He played football for the Pioneers all four years of school. His recent hobby was collecting Hinderer knives. Austin was a scholar...
Jonathan Russell Knox
Apr 6, 2023
Jonathan Russell Knox, a beloved member of the Chattanooga community, passed away at his home on April 6, 2023, at the age of 46. He was born on October 27, 1976, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to Jimmie and Gloria (Greene) Knox. Jonathan was known for his warm personality, his kind heart, and his infectious smile. He was loved by many and...
Joseph Scott Blackburn
Apr 6, 2023
Joseph Scott “Joey” Blackburn, 59, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 6, 2023. He was born on December 8, 1963 to the late Joseph Gene “Pinky” and Joanne Blackburn. Joey had a love for the outdoors and worked as a river guide on the Ocoee River for nearly 15 years. He also enjoyed riding jeeps and spending time outside...
Edward William Townsend
Apr 6, 2023
Edward William Townsend, 74, born November 12, 1948 gained his heavenly home on April 6, 2023. Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Melba on February 12, 2023 and also by his parents, one sibling, and grandparents.
He is survived by his children, Pam Campbell, Charles Townsend, Sharon Leamon, Jeanette Shealy, 10 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, his brothers, sister, and...
Freida Darlene Merrell
Apr 5, 2023
Freida Darlene Merrell, 55, of Englewood, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. Freida was born on July 2, 1967 in Athens, Tennessee to the late Charles and Barbara Trueblood. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family especially her grand babies.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her son, William Cody Partin; fiancé, Gary...
Joy Laverne Dill
Apr 5, 2023
Joy LaVerne Dill, 60, formerly of Old Fort, TN, passed away April 5, 2023, at her residence. Joy was born September 7, 1962, in Cleveland, TN, and she was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed arts & crafts, cross stitch, sewing, jewelry making, and diamond painting. Joy was very thoughtful; she would often show up with homemade gifts to show...
Matthew Todd Messer
Apr 5, 2023
Matthew Todd Messer, 37, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away April 5, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born December 14, 1985, and of the Christian faith. He loved outdoor activities and making people laugh.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Ethyl and Lyle Jones; several aunts and uncles.
Survived by his loving parents, Patricia & Steve Messer; grandparents, Martha...
James Ashby Dudding
Apr 4, 2023
James Ashby Dudding, 82, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 4, 2023. He was born in Akron, OH, on February 22, 1941 to the late Thomas Ashby Dudding and Roberta Ann Williams Dudding. James moved here in 1993 from Florida. He was a member of Philadelphia Baptist Church. He enjoyed electric trains and watching Atlanta Braves Baseball. He was...
Reba J. Lowe
Apr 4, 2023
Reba Jean Lowe, 82, of Benton, TN, passed away April 4, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born September 17, 1940, in Cleveland, TN to McKinley & Alice Goodwin. Reba was of the Church of God faith. She loved to sing, read her bible daily, and loved spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by...
Sharon Elaine Doss
Apr 4, 2023
Obituary for Sharon Elaine Doss
Sharon Elaine Doss,72 , of Rossville , Georgia departed this life on April 4, 2023 to reunite with family and friends in Heaven. She was born on December 9, 1950 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Eulis and O'Dessa (Goddard) Curd.
Sherry was a graduate of Rossville High School and lettered in volleyball. She was a loving Grandmother, Great...
Tabitha Renee Parks Moore
Apr 4, 2023
Tabitha Renee Parks Moore, 50, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away April 4, 2023, in Chattanooga, TN. Born March 7, 1973. Tabitha loved softball, basketball, spending time with her family, making them laugh. Y’all know what else…..
She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Irene Parks; brother, Kenneth Parks; uncle, Buddy Sweet; Aunt Muffie and cousin, Osha.
Survived by her...
Gena Mae Hackler
Apr 3, 2023
Gena Mae Hackler, 74, went to be with the Lord on April 3, 2023. She was a loving person who loved animals and getting out and enjoying God’s scenery.
She is preceded in death by her parents William & Edna McDowell, Clarence (Bill) McDowell, infant son William Hackler, daughter Sandra Anderson and granddaughter Jennifer Young.
Gena is survived by Ronnie & Karen...
Louise Satterthwaite Boles
Apr 3, 2023
Louise Swanson Satterthwaite was born June 27, 1936, in Plymouth, NC to Asa Vance Satterthwaite and Sarah Louise Satterthwaite. She was the oldest of 14 children (two died at birth). Her dad worked as a farmer and did some construction work on bridges. There was not much money in the household, so Louise endured many hardships growing up as a...
Katherine Eileen Roberts Dunn
Apr 2, 2023
Katherine “Kay” Roberts Dunn, 51, of Evensville, Tennessee passed away on April 2, 2023, at her home after a battle with cancer. Kay was born on November 4, 1971, to Jerry and Charlotte Roberts in Sweetwater, Tennessee. Kay attended Rhea County High School. After graduating Rhea County High School Kay Received a certification as a diesel mechanic from Chattanooga State.
Kay...
Billy Wayne Goins
Apr 2, 2023
Obituary for Billy Wayne Goins
Billy Wayne Goins, 47, of East Ridge, Tennessee passed away April 2, 2023 at Park Ridge Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born on April 9, 1975 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to James and Brenda (Plaster) Goins. Billy enjoyed cooking and being with his nieces and nephews. He was of the faith of the Church of God....
Christopher Todd Reece
Apr 1, 2023
Christopher Todd Reece, a devoted family man, coach, and outdoor enthusiast, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2023. He was 46 years old. He was born in Marietta, Georgia, on December 6, 1976, and graduated from Bradley Central High School. After graduation, he became a United States Marine. He also maintained an Associate of Applied Science from Cleveland State Community...
Rebecca Louise Custer
Apr 1, 2023
Obituary for Rebecca Louise Custer
Rebecca Louise Custer, 69, of Birchwood, Tennessee passed away April 1, 2023 at her Residence in Birchwood, Tennessee. She was born on August 29, 1953 in Fort Payne, Alabama to Taylor and Naomi (Scott) Hairel. She was of the christian faith and a loving soul. Rebecca was the absolute best Granny. She loved all of her...
