Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Arnetta Hagans
Jan 15, 2023
Arnetta Hagans, age 75 passed away on January 15, 2023 at home surrounded by family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alonzo Hagans, father Warren Bumgardner, mother Tilda Bumgardner, brother Warren “Reds” Bumgardner, sister Clara Bumgardner, and nephew, Danny Goodwin. She is survived by her children Alanda (Jeff) Heger, Alonda Hagans, Alondo “Jake” Hagans, granddaughter, Mya Huggins and...
John Walter Welch
Jan 14, 2023
John Walter Welch, 76, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away January 14, 2023. He was born December 19, 1946, to the late Rev. John S. & Margaret Welch. He was of the Baptist faith, a member of Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church, enjoyed going to gospel singings, and spending time with his beloved dog, Snookie. John also loved watching...
David Mark Stoner
Jan 14, 2023
David Mark Stoner, 65, of Fayetteville, WV, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
David was born on January 6, 1958, in Buffalo, NY, to the late Robert (Bob) Stoner and Sarah Barbara Holmes Stoner. The family later moved to Scarbro, WV, where David graduated from Collins High School in 1976. David enlisted in the military in 1983 where he served...
Karen E. Sanders
Jan 14, 2023
Karen Elaine Watson Sanders, 74, of Riceville, TN, went to be with the Lord, January 14, 2023, surrounded by her family. Born October 19, 1948, to the late Ernest W. Watson & Hattie G. Watson. Karen was a devoted wife and loving grandmother.
She was a member of Mineral Park Baptist Church. Karen enjoyed spending time with her friends and family,...
Barbara Ruth Mealor
Jan 14, 2023
Barbara Ruth Mealor, 68, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away January 14, 2023 with her children and grandchildren by her side. She was born August 29, 1954 to the late Bob and Ruth Johnson of Rome, GA.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Nellie Johnson of Rome, GA; brothers, Harvey Johnson, Robert Johnson, Clyde Johnson of...
Wyatt David "Nani" Vazquez
Jan 14, 2023
Wyatt David Vazquez “Nani”, 5, of Athens, Tennessee, passed on January 14, 2023. Wyatt was born on December 22, 2017.
He is proceeded in death by his grandfathers, Kenneth Dale White Sr, and Jorge Vazquez Martinez; Great uncle, Kenneth Dale White Jr; and baby brother, Erick Vazquez.
He is survived by his Mother and Father, Jorge & Jessica Vazquez; Great grandmothers, Nola...
Ulyess M. Harris
Jan 13, 2023
Ulyess Harris, 91, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, and Chattanooga, passed away January 13, 2023, at a local healthcare facility. Born May 20, 1931, to the late Will & Margaret Cofer Harris. Ulyess was of the Baptist faith and a veteran of the United States Navy. He loved hunting, gardening, and Tennessee Vols.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded...
Mertice Joan Hood
Jan 13, 2023
Mertice Joan Hood, 92, lifelong resident of Harrison , TN, passed away, January 13, 2023. Born July 10, 1930, to the late Clyde & Ernestine Roberts.
Mert was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. She was a member of Silverdale Baptist Church. Through her devotion to faith, she leaves a lasting impact in the lives of those...
Robert Leroy Sullivan
Jan 13, 2023
Robert Leroy Sullivan, 69, gained his heavenly wings, January 13, 2023,at his residence, surrounded by his family.
Born August 18, 1953, to the late Carroll Sullivan & Rosa Lee Hixon, in Chickamauga, GA. Robert was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed working on lawn mowers.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Sullivan.
Survived by his...
Jack Duane Smith
Jan 13, 2023
Jack Duane Smith, 91, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Friday, January 13, surrounded by family and friends.
He was a member of Bowman Hill Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Jack loved boating and Civil War history. He was a master carpenter and builder, but found his true passion giving away wooden rocking horses he built for children and seeing their happy faces!
He...
Mary Ellen Seals
Jan 12, 2023
Mary Ellen Seals, 82, of Cleveland, TN passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday January 12, 2023. She was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
In addition to her parents Homer and Nora Guffey, she is preceded...
Jennifer J. Weber
Jan 12, 2023
Jennifer Joan Weber, 71, of Cleveland, TN, received her ultimate healing, January 12, 2023. Born June 22, 1952, to the late Rina & Hazel Johnson, Sr., in Maryville, TN. She was a faithful member of Philippi Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Rina F. Johnson, Jr.
Survived by her loving husband, Steve Weber;...
Martha Lynn Davis
Jan 12, 2023
Martha Lynn Davis, 54, of Lafayette, Georgia passed away January 12, 2023 at her home in Lafayette, Georgia. She was born on December 27, 1968 in Manchester, Tennessee to Thomas and Ruby (Lynn ) Swearingen. Martha was a great lady that was known as a friend to everyone. She had a love for racing. DIrt track as well as Nascar....
Leashia Denai Hughes
Jan 11, 2023
Leashia Denai Hughes, 29, was welcomed into this world on May 31, 1993, and then welcomed into her eternal life on January 11, 2023. Leashia was born in Cleveland, Tennessee to Rita Hughes and the late Jimmy McClure, Sr. She loved her children and being around other children. Leashia loved dogs and music, especially Lil Boosie. She had a smile...
Frank Lewis
Jan 11, 2023
Frank Edward Lewis, 89, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee passed away January 11, 2023 at Hospice Care Center of Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born on November 16, 1933 in McMinnville, Tennessee to George and Lama (Bratcher) Lewis. Frank has lived in the area of Chattanooga or 82 years. He was of the Baptist Faith and attended Hickory Valley Baptist Church. He...
Troy Eugene Woodruff
Jan 11, 2023
Troy Eugene Woodruff, 60, of Sweetwater, TN passed away on January 11, 2023.
He was born on July 27, 1962 in Knoxville. He was a jack of all trades and enjoyed working on cars. He is preceded in death by his father James Woodruff; brother Charles Woodruff; sister Gwendolyn Woodruff; and nephew T.J. Woodruff.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his...
Barbara Jean Hoover
Jan 11, 2023
Barbara Jean Hoover, 77, of Cleveland, TN, passed away January 11, 2023, at a local hospital. Born July 23, 1945, to the late James & Wilma Bowers in Sweetwater, TN. She loved spending time with all of her grandchildren and sitting on the porch drinking coffee with her neighbors. Barbara was very loving and outspoken.
In addition to her parents, she...
Kenneth Carver
Jan 11, 2023
Kenneth Carver, 70, of Reliance, TN, passed away January 11, 2023, in Cleveland, TN. Born December 26, 1952, in Athens, TN. He was of the Baptist faith. Kenneth was a loving father, brother, and son. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren & great-grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica Carver Blackwell; former...
Michael Anthony Schaub
Jan 10, 2023
Michael Anthony Schaub, 49, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away January 10, 2023 at UT Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was born on July 2, 1973, in Indianapolis, Indiana to William and Ileta (Estes) Schaub. For the last five years, Michael was a supervisor within the maintenance department at Watts Barr Nuclear Power Plant. He proudly served in the US...
Nena Faye Hawkins
Jan 10, 2023
Nena Faye Thomas Hawkins, “Grammy”, 76 of East Ridge, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Tuesday, January 10, 2023.
Nena was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, reading, sitting outside and enjoying the sunshine. Nena was born and raised in the Chattanooga area. She was a...
