Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Anna Lou Mason
Jun 11, 2022
Anna Lou Mason , 70 , of Cleveland , Tennessee passed away June 11, 2022 at Tennova Hospital , Clevleland, TN . She was born on July 23, 1951 in Isabella , Tennessee (Polk County) to Rass Gibbs and Dolly Alma Cochran Gibbs, whom preceded her in death. Anna was retired from Shaw Industries with over 30 years of service....
Willow Dean Gates
Jun 11, 2022
Willow Dean Gates, 76, of Cleveland, TN passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022. Willow is preceded in death by her parents, Dana H. and Bessie L. Thompson as well as her husband of 35 years, Daniel Gates. She leaves behind her son, Danny Gates, to cherish her memory. There will be a celebration of life graveside service at Sunset Memorial...
Joe Vincent Young
Jun 11, 2022
Joe Vincent Young, 80, of Birchwood, TN, passed away June 11, 2022, in Chattanooga, TN. Born June 1, 1942, to the late David Acres Young & Evelyn Young. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Vick Young and Marshall Young; sister, Juanita Robinson; brother-in-law, Buster Davis. Survived by his loving wife, Frances Young, son,...
George Douglas Moore
Jun 10, 2022
George Douglas Moore left this world peacefully on Friday June 10 at the age of 87, following a short but courageous battle with cancer. He will be sadly missed and will always hold a place of love and respect in the hearts of family and friends. Affectionately known as Bud, he was preceded in death by his parents, Doyle and...
Tammy Millwood
Jun 10, 2022
Tammy Renee Millwood, 56, went to her rest Friday, June 10, 2022. She died peacefully in her sleep at a local hospital after a brief bout with cancer. She is preceded in death by her parents L T Millwood and Minnie Elizabeth Millwood. Tammy lived in Ooltewah, TN. She loved Jesus. Tammy also loved to cook and loved her pets,...
Artie Wilburn Creasman Iii
Jun 10, 2022
Artie Wilburn Creasman III, of Delano, Tennessee passed away on Friday, June 10, 2022. Artie was born on February 19, 1961, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Arthur Wilburn Creasman Jr. and Mary Frances Paul Creasman. He enjoyed Deer hunting, going to see Jacob at the Nursing Home, and spending time with his family and friends. Along with his parents...
Brenda Christian
Jun 9, 2022
Brenda Christian, 67, of Old Fort, TN passed away on June 9, 2022. She was born on February 7, 1955. She is survived by her husband Jack, and her three children: Marcus, Randie, and David. Brenda was also blessed with six grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and the two best daughters-in-law in the world: the Shannons. She had many friends and...
Herman Gale Miller
Jun 9, 2022
Herman Gale Miller age 76 of Cleveland TN passed on to meet his Lord and Savior Thursday June 9, 2022. Gale was a long term member of First Baptist Church and resident of Cleveland TN. He was the son of the late Herman and Reba Miller and loving spouse of Bernice Miller. Gale was a consistent, steadfast, trusted and honest...
Opal Lillian Martin
Jun 9, 2022
Opal Lillian Martin, 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 9, 2022. She was born on February 18, 1935 to the late Hobart and Rosie Yarber. Opal was a lifelong resident of this area. Her pride and joy in her life was her family. She loved spending time with them. In addition to her mother and father she is...
Lawrence Edward Ray
Jun 9, 2022
Lawrence “Larry” Edward Ray, 53, passed away on June 9, 2022. He was a lifelong resident of Rhea County, TN. Larry loved spending time with his grandchildren, playing pool, making paper roses for pretty ladies, and sitting around a fire at night. He could always make anyone laugh. He is preceded in death by his mother, Hannah Jane Henderson Ray,...
Betty Lou Malone
Jun 8, 2022
Betty Lou Malone, 87, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 8, 2022. She was born on July 16, 1934 to the late Bolin and Julie Watson. Betty was a lifelong resident of this area. She was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church. Betty loved spending time with her family more than anything, especially her kids and grandkids. She was...
George Allen Johnson
Jun 8, 2022
George Allen Johnson, 80, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 8, 2022. He was born on October 30, 1941 to the late Floyd and Juanita Johnson. Allen worked as an auto body mechanic for many years. He loved working on cars. In addition to that, he worked for Cleveland High School for 14 years performing several jobs for the...
Dorcas Lou Jenkins
Jun 8, 2022
Dorcas Lou Jenkins, 61, Of Rockford Tn died June 7th, 2022, at University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was an organ donor always thinking of others. She was preceded in death by mother and father Rosie and J.B. Caughron, sisters Hailey Irwin, and Reba Kerr, brother Lester Caughron. She is survived by her husband Ricky Jenkins, daughter Tamika Mace, grandsons...
Teresa Ray Joann Grady
Jun 8, 2022
Teresa Ray JoAnn Grady, 44, of Philadelphia, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2022. She was born August 6, 1977 to Joseph Lee Jirles and Janice Ann Lovingood. Teresa enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, camping, as well as spending time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Katlyn Baxter; grandchildren, Catalina and Braylin Jirles; mom, Yvonne...
Johnny Ray "John" Maples
Jun 6, 2022
Johnny (John) Ray Maples born 6/26/1939 in Knoxville, TN passed away 6/6/2022. He was preceded in death by his mother, Juanita Martin Dennis and his father John Moses Maples. He is survived by his loving wife Astrid (nee Allen), sisters Joy (Najm), Beverly Jean (Cole), children Stephen R., Sarah Lou (Alvey), and Jon Matthew. Grandchildren Noah, Makayla and Makenzie (Alvey)...
Erin Farris Bunn
Jun 5, 2022
Erin Farris Bunn(Mergenthaler) age 62, born July 8th, 1959 in Canandaigua NY, to the late Catherine and Daniel Mergenthaler. Passed peacefully June 5th, 2022 in Ringgold, GA, with her family and friends by her side. She is survived by her husband Gene Bunn, her two daughters Aubrey Schuster (Justin) and Alexandra Board (Robby), her two stepchildren Ashlee and Brandon Bunn....
Kymberly Faye Croxton
Jun 5, 2022
Kymberly Faye Croxton, 63, of Signal Mountain, TN passed away on June 5, 2022. She was born on January 8, 1959 to the late Howard “Mutt” Painter and Betty “Mouse” Painter in Rockledge, FL. Kym loved crafts, yardwork, and was a Florida Gators fan. Above all, she loved spending time in FL on the beach with her family and friends....
Linda Jane Ward
Jun 2, 2022
Linda Jane Ward, 79, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 2, 2022. She was born on October 26, 1942 to the late James Floyd Burress and Cordellia Goodman Burress. Jane was a gifted musician who sang and performed in many gospel groups. She loved flowers and planting gardens at her home. She was dearly loved and will be greatly...
Earl Marvin Johnson
Jun 2, 2022
Earl Marvin Johnson, 57, of Lafollette, Tennessee passed away June 2, 2022. Earl was born October 22, 1964 to the late Marvin and Millie Johnson. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, ginsenging, as well as watching football and baseball. Earl was huge Ohio State and Cincinnati Bengals fan. Along with his parents, Earl was preceded in death by his son, Justin Boyd;...
Donald Edward Long
Jun 2, 2022
Donald Edward Long, 66, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 2, 2022. He was born on January 16, 1956 to the late Verlon and Virginia Long. Don was a gifted musician who sang and played with multiple groups throughout his lifetime. He was a graduate of Bradley High School. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife...
