Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Jan 25, 2023

Obituary for Miles Sevier Jackson Jr.

We are sad to announce the passing of Miles "Milo" "Jack" Sevier Jackson, age 64, of Rossville Georgia. He passed away on Wednesday, January 25th, 2023. Milo was born in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia and lived most of his life in Flintstone, GA. He was born on January 9, 1959 to Lillian (Geneva) and Miles Jackson...

Jan 24, 2023

Eva Ann Hamilton, 78, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away, January 24, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family. Born May 28, 1944, to the late William Otis Trotter & Myrtle Mowery Trotter. She was of the Baptist faith and loved watching TN Vols football.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband,...

Jan 23, 2023

Cheryl Susan Justice, 68, passed away on January 23, 2023. She was born on November 14, 1954 to the late William Homer Ridenour and Charlotte Michael Ridenour. Cheryl has lived in Bradley county since 2012 moving here from Rhea County where her husband pastored the Dayton Church of God (2000-2011). Prior to that she lived in Collinwood, TN (1994-1996 and...

Jan 23, 2023

Frances Duff, 48, of Chattanooga Tennessee, passed on January 23rd, 2023. Frances was born on December 30th, 1974. Frances was survived by her husband of 33 years, Marty Duff, her four children, Justin Duff, Jessica Jones, Jacob Duff, Jacqueline Ritchie and her eight grandchildren, Carter, Cylee and Sophie Duff, Raylin and Ryleigh Jones, Gracelyn, Kimber and Remington Ritchie.

Frances was a...

Jan 23, 2023

Brenda Carder, 81, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 23, 2023. She was born on February 9, 1941 to the late T.D. and Dovie Caldwell. Brenda graduated from Tennessee Tech University with a Bachelors Degree and was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma sorority. Brenda served the children as an educator for more than 30 years as an...

Jan 22, 2023

Stephen Mark Reckard, 64, of Chattanooga passed away peacefully on January 22, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Mark was born on June 19th, 1958, in Chattanooga, Tennessee and grew up there, but also spent many years in Tampa, Florida. He loved life, family, friends, music, and working with his hands. He was involved with his church and had...

Jan 22, 2023

Goldie Jean Lundy Crane, 70, of Athens, Tennessee fell asleep in death to await the glorious resurrection in the Kingdom of God on Earth. Goldie was born on May 21, 1952, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late John and Alice Lundy. Goldie was baptized as one of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and will truly be missed by family and friends.

Along with...

Jan 22, 2023

Vernon LeRoy Ream, 54, of Benton, Tennessee, previously of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on January 22, 2023.

Vernon enjoyed watching wrestling--even managing to make it to a live show once.  He liked older movies--Heavy Metal was one of his favorites. He loved classic rock and old metal. Vernon was also an avid reader with mystery and horror books being his favorite....

Jan 22, 2023

Victoria M. Prince, 69, of Cleveland, TN passed away on Sunday January 22, 2023. She was born on December 28, 1953 to the late French and Gladys Beard. Vickie had a great personality and was a people person. She loved being around those that she loved.

In addition to her mom and dad, she is preceded in death by her siblings:...

Jan 22, 2023

Rev. Lee Denton Wright, 82, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 22, 2023. He was born one of thirteen children on October 22, 1940 to the late James and Drucilla Wright.

Lee was an ordained Bishop with the Church of God, pastoring more than 50 years in Tennessee and North Carolina. During his time in ministry, he sent forth over...

Jan 22, 2023

On Sunday, January 22, 2023, Eulas Scoggins went home to Heaven to see Jesus. He is proceeded in death by his Parents, Clyde and Mary Scoggins, Brother, R.L. Scoggins, and 2 Infant Siblings. Eulas is survived by his Wife, Linda Scoggins of Cleveland, Daughter, Amy Carroll (Charles) of Cleveland, Grandson, David Carroll of Cleveland, and Sister, Carolyn (Mac) of Cleveland.

Eulas...

Jan 21, 2023

Jan 21, 2023

Judy Carol Breeden, 64, of Calhoun, TN passed away on January 21, 2023. She was born on March 3, 1958 in Niota, TN.

Judy enjoyed crafts and spending time with her family and friends. She was a very simple lady, but she loved her family dearly.

She is preceded in death by her father Arvin Jones; husband Steve R. Breeden.

She leaves behind...

Jan 21, 2023

Everett Russell Cox, father, butcher, and carpenter, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the age of 84. He was surrounded by family. He was born in Williamsburg, Kentucky, to Pleasant Alonzo Cox and Hila Esther Paul Cox, the fifth of 9 children.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers Carl Cox, Denver Cox, Billy Joe Cox,...

Jan 21, 2023

Michael Howell, 44, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 21, 2023. He was born on January 18, 1979 in Cleveland, TN. Michael was CEO of Tri-State Hydraulics in Chattanooga, TN. He enjoyed gaming, hiking, fishing, watching NASCAR, and taking trips to Legoland with his family. Michael was a loving son, brother, husband, and father and will be greatly missed...

Jan 20, 2023

Teresa J. Gombash, 59, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023. Teresa was born on June 23, 1963, in Hot Springs, Arkansas to David and Peggy Jolly. Teresa was of the Catholic faith. Teresa was employed at Hospice of Chattanooga for over 17 years.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Frank and Ann Martin; and...

Jan 19, 2023

Eric Bryan Johnson, of McDonald TN, lost his battle with cancer on January 19,2023. Surviving relatives include his wife Shasta of 24 years, his daughter Bristol (11), his mother Sonja Johnson, father and stepmother Larry and Ginger Johnson. His sister Tanya Jansen (Erik) and brother Greg Johnson (Brook). Nieces and nephews Abby, Zach, Ava, Tyler, Alyssa, and Addy. He was...

Jan 18, 2023

Kevin Reece Gann of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on January 18, 2023 at the age of 65. He was born in Mishawaka, Indiana to Jesse and Frances (Warren) Gann. He was of the Christian Faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Left to cherish in his memory is his wife Mary Gann, his son Kevin M. Gann (Lacy) and sister...

Jan 18, 2023

Shawn Joseph Pearce, 44, of Cleveland, TN unexpectedly passed away January 18, 2023. Shawn was a proud graduate of Geneva High School ’97 in Geneva, AL. He called many places home, including his birthplace Baltimore, Maryland, and several cities in Florida. He was a member of Mt Olive Ministries where he faithfully sang in the choir and served as custodian...

Jan 17, 2023

Roy Lee Cansler, 69, of McMinn County, Tennessee passed away surrounded by his family at his lifetime home on Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

Roy was born on October 4, 1953, to Imogene Cansler Scoggins of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Roy enjoyed spending time with his family, working on his farm, and being a longtime heavy equipment operator with Wright Brothers Construction.

He leaves behind...