Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Elizabeth Ann Jimenez
Mar 12, 2023
Obituary for Elizabeth Anne Jimenez
Elizabeth Anne Jimenez, 29, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away March 12, 2023. She was born on September 16, 1993 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was part of the Summit View family and survived by her adoptive mother, Tami Hess, her birth mother, Pamela Sexton, two sisters Pamela and Nicole, and two sons, Cristian and Miguel.
Hodrus Wayne Goodwin Jr.
Mar 11, 2023
Hodrus Wayne Goodwin Jr. 55, of Athens, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023, in his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on May 27, 1967, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Hodrus Wayne Goodwin Sr. and Darlene Huggans. Hodrus moved to California with his family at a young age. After leaving California in...
Tony Robert Smith
Mar 11, 2023
Tony Robert Smith, 79, of Sweetwater, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at his home. He was born in Loudon County on April 26, 1943 to the late Warren and Margie Smith.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Polly Smith; and his brothers, Kyle Smith, and Danny Ray Smith.
He leaves behind to cherish...
Charles Roderick
Mar 11, 2023
Charles Roderick, 63, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, and known as Mike to many, passed away March 11, 2023, at Hospice Care Center. Born October 17, 1959. Charles accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church. He worked for Whirlpool for 27 years. Charles had a passion for bringing little children to Christ...
Brandon Joseph Moore
Mar 10, 2023
Brandon Joseph Moore, 40, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away March 10, 2023. He loved antique cars and video games.
Survived by his parents Kenneth & Violet Sue Moore, sister, Patricia Hicks, nieces, Ashley Fannin (Moore), Maleeah Moore; nephew, Jayden Hicks; great-nephew, Waylon Luke Fannin.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023, from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM, at Companion Funeral...
Pastor Loren Sigurd Vistaunet
Mar 10, 2023
We are very sad to inform you that Pastor Loren Sigurd Vistaunet, 78, born July 11, 1944, in Bellingham, WA, the son of Sigurd Vistaunet and Joan Johnston Vistaunet, died on March 10, 2023. He graduated from Pacific Union College in 1967, earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with honors and a Master of Arts (MA) degree. He majored in...
Mara Deborah Davis
Mar 10, 2023
Deborah Krell Davis, 69, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023. She was a resident of Chattanooga for 68 of her 69 years. She enjoyed reading, music, art, dancing, and good conversation. She was a wonderful cook and recipe collector. She never met a stranger and made fast friends wherever she went because she was funny, interesting, caring...
Dorothy Jeanette Malone Bunch
Mar 9, 2023
Dorothy Jeanette Malone Bunch, 75, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Laurens, South Carolina on August 4, 1947, a daughter of the late Curtis & Junie Malone. She was a member of the Cornerstone Church of God. Dorothy married the love of her life David on...
Molly Lamunyon
Mar 9, 2023
Molly Sue Lamunyon,67, passed away March 9, 2023, at her residence. Born December 6, 1955, to the late Earl & Mary McCullough in Beech Grove, TN. Molly worked for Crackle Barrel for 24 years and loved riding the Harley with her husband, Terry.
Survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Terry Lamunyon; son, Cade Keel; daughters, Sara Dake, Jessica (Jeremy)Bynum,...
Larry Martin Kelley
Mar 9, 2023
Larry Martin Kelley, age 69, passed Thursday, March 9, 2023 after living life to the fullest. As an Army veteran, he enjoyed parachuting.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Opal Kelley, and his brother, Dewitt Kelley.
He is survived by his children: Amber Kelley of Georgia, Lance Kelley of Texas, and Lavender Kelley of Washington DC; and his...
Robert Allen Boone
Mar 9, 2023
Robert Allen “BB” Boone, age 62, passed over to the beyond Thursday, March 9, 2023, after a long battle with recurring cancer. Born in Kansas City, Kansas, BB was raised in Compton, CA. He resided for many years in the Enterprise, Alabama area before settling in the South East, Tennessee and North Georgia regions surrounding Chattanooga.
He is preceded in death...
James E. Criddle
Mar 9, 2023
James Ervin ”J.E” Criddle, 88, of Cleveland, TN, passed away March 9, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born November 6, 1934, in Bentonia, Mississippi, to the late James & Nettie Criddle. James was an elder and active member of 1st Christian Church and a veteran of the United States Army. J.E. worked as a quality control...
Susan Ann "Sue" Martin
Mar 9, 2023
Susan Ann “Sue” Martin, 85, a longtime resident of McMinn County passed away on Thursday morning, March 9, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Salem, Oregon on March 31, 1937 a daughter of the late Richard & Frances Sawyer. She was an honorable discharged veteran of the United States Air Force after faithfully serving...
Martha Jane Daniel
Mar 9, 2023
Martha Jane Daniel, also known as Jane Swearengin, 95, passed away peacefully, March 9, 2023, in Collegedale, TN. Born January 10, 1928, to the late DeWitt & Margaret Caldwell, in Sewanee, TN. She was of the Baptist faith and loved her family.
In addition to her parents, she is proceeded in death by her 1st husband, Ralph Swearengin; 2nd husband, Frank...
Barbara Jean Kerr
Mar 8, 2023
Barbara Jean Kerr, 88, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2023, at a nursing facility in Hendersonville, TN. She was born in Benton, TN on December 10, 1934, and lived most of her adult life in Cleveland ,TN. She was preceded in death by her parents the late John Cleveland and Martha (Pangle) Godfrey.
Along with her parents she was preceded...
Christopher Ronald Merz
Mar 7, 2023
Obituary for Christopher Ronald Merz
Christopher Ronald Merz, 63, passed away March 7, 2023 at his Fayetteville, Tennessee farm. He was born on May 5, 1959 in Teaneck, New Jersey. Chris was raised in Cleveland, Tennessee where he graduated from Cleveland High School in 1977. He later attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga where he majored in Engineering.
Chris enjoyed working...
Lavellda F. Davis
Mar 6, 2023
Lavellda F. Davis, 80, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023 at her home. She was born on May 27, 1942, in Athens, Tennessee to the late Hird Andrew and Ella Mae Bivens. Lavellda was of the Baptist faith and was a dedicated member of Clingan Ridge Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, renovations of old houses,...
Wanda Lee Thomas
Mar 6, 2023
Wanda Lee Thomas, 89, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away March 6, 2023, at her residence. Born April 7, 1933, to the late Carl and Edna Painter. Wanda loved her great-great nieces & nephews. She also loved to read current events and history.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Willard, Thomas; sister, Shirley...
Gregory Alan Hall
Mar 6, 2023
Gregory Alan Hall, 42, of Greenback, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023, after a long battle with health issues. Greg was born in Athens, Tennessee, September 30, 1980, and was a 1998 graduate of Lenoir City High School. He attended Pellissippi State Community College. He was a courier for Quest Diagnostics.
Greg is survived by father Wesley Lynn “Wes” Hall (Judy),...
Christopher Brian O'Neal
Mar 5, 2023
Christopher Brian O’Neal, 48, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2023, surrounded by family. Chris was born on May 21, 1974, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. He is a 1992 graduate of Bradley Central High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Chris worked alongside his dad, John...
