Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Carol E. Wille
Mar 17, 2023
Carol E. Wille, 91, passed away March 17, 2023, in Cleveland, TN. Born October 24, 1931, to the late Carl Ivan & Ada Ekstrom, in Chicago, IL and of the Lutheran (ELCA) faith.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl R. Wille.
Survived by her son, E. Randal Wille (Cindy); daughter, Cheryl S. Richards; grandchildren, Christopher Wille (Stephanie), David Wille,...
Thomas Edward Sardella
Mar 17, 2023
Thomas Edward Sardella was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on 4 May 1957, the fourth of seven sons of Clara Rodrigues Teixeira and Salvatore Joseph Sardella. He passed away suddenly on 17 March 2023 at his home in Walland, Tennessee.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one of his brothers, Robert (Rocky) Allen Sardella. He is survived by his...
Gaila Dean
Mar 16, 2023
Gaila Johnson Dean, 74, of Benton, TN passed away on March 16, 2023. She was born on May 18, 1948, to the late Benjamin and Beulah Johnson. She was of the Baptist faith. Gaila loved to go dancing twice a week and enjoyed traveling to the beach and Arizona to visit family. Most of all, she loved spending time with...
Brenda Kay Clawson
Mar 16, 2023
Obituary for Brenda Kay Clawson
Brenda Kay Clawson, 63, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away March 16, 2023 at her residence in Cleveland, Tennessee. She was born on December 26, 1959 in Cleveland, Tennessee to Howard and Willa (Cross) Trentham. She has lived in the area for her entire life. She was an outside type o lady that loved to going fishing...
Deborah "Debbie" Faye Melton
Mar 15, 2023
Deborah "Debbie" Faye Melton spent her last moments with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at the age of 69. Deborah was born on July 6, 1953, to her parents Conrad and Vera Ellis.
Deborah was of the Catholic faith. She was a fantastic gift giver at heart. She also enjoyed bird watching and Nascar. Her favorite...
David Allen Ferry, Jr.
Mar 15, 2023
David Allen Ferry, Jr., 63, of Sale Creek, TN, passed away March 15, 2023, at home after a hard-fought battle with Leukemia, of almost 2 years. Born February 16, 1960, in Waukegan, IL. David worked majority of his life hanging drywall and was excellent at it. David had a great sense of humor & quick wit. He had a love...
Ricky Joe Steed
Mar 15, 2023
Ricky Joe Steed, 63, of Athens, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Ricky was born on June 15, 1959, in Fort Gordon, Georgia to the late Charles and Dorthy Steed. He enjoyed reading, watching movies and sports, and listening to rock music. Ricky was of the Baptist Faith.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his...
Bradley Crawford Jones
Mar 15, 2023
Bradley Crawford Jones IV, 63, of McDonald, TN passed away on March 15, 2023. Bradley was born on September 30, 1959, to the late Bradley C. Jones III and Virginia Hicks. He was of the Baptist faith. He worked at Pro 93 and worked in construction carpentry and painting. He also had a love for rescuing animals.
In addition to his...
Rebecca Joann Swafford
Mar 15, 2023
Rebecca JoAnn Swafford, 83, a longtime resident of Bradley County passed away on Wednesday morning, March 15, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on April 27, 1939 to the late Charlie Edgar and Maggie Edna Holbrook Hope. JoAnn was of Baptist faith and was an avid reader who loved books and telling...
Linda Lou Black
Mar 14, 2023
Linda Lou Black, 65, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away March 14, 2023, at a local hospital. She retired from Hardwick clothes after 35 years and loved spending time with her family & friends.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Morgan & Ethel Hysinger and Marion & Victoric Fortner; son, David J. Palmer; sister, Teresa Logan; brother, Steve...
Shirley Jean Stephens Eubanks
Mar 14, 2023
Shirley Jean Stephens Eubanks, 86, of Athens, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at her home. Shirley was born on March 20, 1936, in Athens to the late Floyd and Maggie Stephens. She worked many years as a certified nursing assistant at NHC of Athens. Shirley was also a dedicated member of Miracle Deliverance Tabernacle.
Along with her parents...
Garry Lee Turner
Mar 14, 2023
Garry Lee Turner, 69, of Sweetwater, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Garry was born on July 14, 1954, to the late Dwain and Evelyn Turner. Garry was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He enjoyed attending church and spending time with his family and friends.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his...
Mary Elizabeth Greenwood
Mar 14, 2023
Obituary for Mary Elizabeth Greenwood
Mary Elizabeth Greenwood , 74 , of Cleveland , Tennessee passed away March 14, 2023 at Residence Cleveland , Tennessee . She was born on December 25, 1948 in Unknown , Massachusetts to Thomas and Isabelle (Byrne) Greenwood .
Mary Elizabeth Greenwood survived by children John Hollingsworth Jr, Elizabeth Hyatt, Kimberly Peinelt, Kathleen Southwick. Grandchildren Victoria Dixon,...
Sally Regina Diederich
Mar 13, 2023
Sally Regina Diederich, 83, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and a relatively short battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Chattanooga, TN on July 16, 1939 to the late Claude and Effie Hammontree and graduated from Chattanooga High School in 1957. She enjoyed spending time with family and spent much of...
Suzan Toth
Mar 13, 2023
Suzan (Pharo) Toth, 77, of Calhoun, TN went home to Jesus on March 13, 2023.
Suzan was born on September 9, 1945 in New York, New York. She married the love of her life, Gregory Toth, on January 1, 1986.
Suzan loved being a nail technician, animals, and nature.
Suzan was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Pharo. She is survived by...
Linda Fox Stepp
Mar 13, 2023
Linda Fox Stepp, 76, of Cleveland, TN passed away on March 13, 2023, at her residence with her son and daughter by her side. Linda was born on September 11, 1946, to the late Jack and Ruby Fox. She was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Mac Stepp; three brothers...
Joseph Douglas Blackburn
Mar 12, 2023
Joseph Douglas Blackburn, 60, of Cleveland passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023. He served his country in the Tennessee Army National Guard for 17 years. He was an AEMT with Bradley County EMS and Rescue for over 20 years. He had a passion for helping people in any way he could. He was an avid motorcyclist who loved loud Rock-N-Roll...
Kelly Mcdougal
Mar 12, 2023
Kelly Colbert McDougal, 60, of Ooltewah, TN passed away on March 12, 2023. Kelly was born on May 17, 1962, to the late Joanne Colbert of Florence, AL. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking, but most importantly spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her grandparents, Elmer and Elnora Wooten of Florence,...
Laura "Liz" Duncan Duffy
Mar 12, 2023
Laura “Liz” Duncan Duffy passed away March 12th following an extended illness. After earning dual degrees in Music and Theater, Liz was active in the UTC theater department back in the early 2000’s. She delighted audiences with her performances in a variety of musicals and plays. She worked at Alan Golds on and off for years and accumulated many dear...
James Lester Cagle
Mar 12, 2023
James Lester Cagle, 84, of Athens, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Lester was born in Athens, Tennessee on July 8, 1938, to the late Sue Cagle. He enjoyed fishing, camping, wood working, and shooting his guns. Lester was a dedicated member of Valley View Baptist Church.
Along with his mother he was preceded in death by his wife,...
