Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Connie Lucille May Radford
Dec 5, 2022
Connie Lucille May Radford, 60, longtime resident of Murphy North Carolina was called home to be with her heavenly Father on December 5, 2022. Connie was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 13, 1962 to the late J.C. and Lorraine Weir Radford
She loved the Lord, sewing, being with her family and friends and Bluegrass country music.
She was preceding in death...
Peggy Smith
Dec 4, 2022
Peggy Smith, 81, of Cleveland TN passed away on Dec 4, 2022. She was born March 17, 1941 in Cooperhill to the late Frank and Pearl Davis. She was a much loved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Bud Davis, sisters Virginia Johnson and Jeanette Holder and...
Edwin C. Oliver
Dec 4, 2022
Edwin C. Oliver, 92, of Cleveland, TN, passed away December 4, 2022. Born November 24, 1930, to the late Herb & Velno Oliver in Harietta, MI. Edwin was a veteran of the United States Army and was with the Korean Conflict Medic. He also worked as a builder & brick stone mason. Edwin loved woodworking, traveling, and camping.
In addition to...
Henry "Hank" Louis Smith Sr.
Dec 4, 2022
Henry “Hank” Louis Smith Sr., 73, of Cleveland, TN passed away on December 4, 2022. He was born on October 11, 1949 to the late William M. and Lena P. Smith. Henry was a lover of the outdoors and could often be found hiking, biking, or simply walking in the woods. Furthermore, Henry was a gifted craftsman - pairing this...
James H. Davis
Dec 3, 2022
James Herbert Davis, 78, passed away December 3, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie Lee and Virginia Abi Davis, and granddaughter Courtney Grace Rench. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War from 1965-1968 aboard USS Epperson DD-719 and USS Lofberg DD-759. “Never again will one generation of veterans abandon another.”
Survived by his children Jeremy...
Ronald David Brogdon
Dec 3, 2022
Ronald David Brogdon, 62, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away, December 3, 2022, at his residence surrounded by the family. Born February 5, 1960, to Luke Brogdon and Mamie Brogdon. He was of the Baptist faith and loved anything to do with racing and fishing with his grandson, Logan.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by...
Carolyn S. Howdyshell
Dec 3, 2022
Carolyn S Howdyshell, 67, of Cleveland, TN passed away on December 3, 2022. She was born on May 5, 1955 to the late William and Beulah Howdyshell.
Carolyn loved music and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved nothing more than being with them at family gatherings. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all...
David Kenneth Roderick
Dec 3, 2022
David Kenneth Roderick, 74, of Etowah, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022. David was born on April 5, 1948, in Athens, Tennessee to the late Arlie Roderick and Francis Wright Roderick. He was the former owner of K&M Motors in Athens. He was a car enthusiast and enjoyed restoring antiques and listening to classic country music.
Along with his...
Marilynn Jane Ellison
Dec 2, 2022
Marilynn Jane Ellison, 68, a resident of Old Fort, TN passed away on Friday morning, December 2, 2022, at her home. She was born in Weymouth, MS on September 12, 1954, a daughter of the late John & Phyllis McKenna.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory one son John Ellison of Old Fort, TN, her loving companion Phillip Earwood of...
Shirley "Cheryl" Ann Bigham
Dec 2, 2022
Shirley “Cheryl” Ann Bigham, 72, of Cleveland, was surrounded by her loved ones as she went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 2, 2022. She was born on February 17, 1950 to the late Richard and Ruth White in Manheim, PA. She was a graduate from Manheim Central High School where she was a cheerleader and...
Donald Roger Farris
Dec 2, 2022
Donald Roger Farris, 74, a resident of Madisonville, TN and formally of Etowah passed away on Friday evening, December 2, 2022 in an Athens healthcare facility. He was born in Athens on June 29, 1948 a son of the late Henry & Ora Farris. Don enjoyed fishing, watching tv, listening to country and gospel music, attending church, but most of...
Timothy Shane Johnson
Dec 2, 2022
Timothy “Shane” Johnson, 47, of Chattanooga, TN passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022.
Shane is survived by his children, Timothy Johnson, Rachel Johnson, Coulter Johnson; grandchildren, Parker Johnson and Barrett Johnson of Chattanooga, TN; parents, William (Carole) Johnson of Rossville, GA and Sherry Johnson of Gainesville, GA; siblings Michael Johnson of Dayton, TN, Jennifer (Jeremy) Johnson King of Knoxville, TN,...
Carlene M. Ruth Grissom
Dec 1, 2022
Carlene M. Ruth Grissom, 51, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022, in a Chattanooga, TN hospital. She was born on September 29, 1971, a daughter of the late Carl “Puggy” & Janice Ruth. She was a member of Turning Point Community Church. Carlene enjoyed traveling and cheering on her Tennessee Vols, but most...
Kyler Blake Scott Hood
Dec 1, 2022
Kyler Blake Scott Hood, 26, of Cleveland, TN, passed away December 1, 2022. Born October 14, 1996, and of the Christian faith.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Jerry Hood; grandmother, Phillis Wilson; uncles, Tom Hood & Kamren Scott; brother-in-law, David Couch.
Survived by his parents, Tina “Momma Tina” & Charlie “Big C” Mendros; siblings, Whitney Couch, Tori Harden, Justin...
Claudia Slack Gray
Nov 30, 2022
Claudia Slack Gray, 81, passed peacefully into eternity on Wednesday morning, November 30, 2022, at a local healthcare facility. Claudia had battled Parkinson’s Disease with Lewey Body Dementia the last few years as well as her physical disability due to life long Rheumatoid Arthritis and Scoliosis.
Claudia was born in Bradley County, TN on January 27, 1941, to Euyless and Christine...
Treva A. Ward
Nov 30, 2022
Treva Ann Ward, 75, of Cleveland, TN, passed away November 30, 2022, at her residence. Born June 16, 1947, to the late James C. Phillips & Elavee Phillips, in Chattanooga, TN. She was of the Pentecostal faith and attended Faith Life Church in Port Charlotte, FL. Treva loved crafting, puzzles, cooking, taking cruises, making jewelry, being with friends & family....
Richard Edwin Morrow Jr.
Nov 30, 2022
In sorrow we announce the passing of beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Richard Edwin Morrow Jr, 73, of Tellico Plains, on November 30th. Richard passed away surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, Bernice Morrow, his sons Jason, Sammy, and Matthew Morrow, and his grandsons Riley, Eli, and Stanley Morrow.
A memorial service will be held at...
Mary S. Stinnett
Nov 30, 2022
Mary Shirlyn Stinnett, 71, of Benton, TN, went home to be with the Lord,on November 30, 2022. She was born in Cleveland, TN on November 11, 1951, to the late Millard and Jessie Moore. She was of the Baptist faith. Mary enjoyed gardening, reading, fishing, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Mary is...
Marla Annette Cardin
Nov 30, 2022
Marla Annette Cardin, 58, of Athens, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Marla was born on April 30, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Marland and Gail Quarles. She enjoyed being outdoors, swimming, and spending time with her family and friends.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Tracy Quarles.
She leaves behind to...
Alberto Muniz
Nov 30, 2022
Alberto Muniz, 72, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away November 30, 2022 in Dayton, Tennessee. He was born on July 20, 1950 in Maricao, Puerto Rico to Alberto and Margarita (Feliciano) Muniz. Alberto moved to southeast Tennessee from Haledon, New Jersey. He was of the Christian Faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents Alberto and Margarita (Feliciano) Muniz, his brothers...
