Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Judith Charlotte Bagley
May 18, 2022
“Absent from the body, present with her Lord.” At 10:10 a.m. on May 18th, 2022, Judith (Judy) Charlotte Bagley, age 77, peacefully entered Heaven after a 2 year bout with Multiple Sclerosis. Born September 10, 1944 in Atlanta GA to Ralph C Bagley (U.S. Navy) and Maggie Sue (Hackett) Bagley (Teacher and Housewife), of Roswell GA. Judy lived in Roswell...
Cheryl Elaine Bryant
May 18, 2022
Cheryl Elaine Bryant, 58, of Ocoee, TN, passed away peacefully in her home on May 18th, 2022. She is preceded in death by her nephew Jarreth Milling, her grandparents, and the father of her youngest daughter, Steve Bryant. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her mom Shirley Thompson, brothers Russ Milling, Charles (Kay) Milling, sister Rhonda (Kelly) Boyer, son...
Gordon Keith Fritts
May 18, 2022
Gordon Keith Fritts of Madisonville, went on to be with The Lord May 18, 2022 at 8:35pm at his home. Gordon was a born-again believer in His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was loved by many, and loved many even more. He is survived by his wife Christine Fritts of Madisonville, son Nathan Hayes of Ohio, daughter Ashley Williams,...
Jennifer Melissa Bain
May 18, 2022
Jennifer Melissa Bain, 47, of Cleveland, TN passed away on May 18, 2022. She was born on November 19, 1974 to Bedford Michael Thomas and Janet Ruth Minnis Thomas. Jennifer enjoyed traveling, gardening, and knitting. She was dearly loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents:...
Leonard Dean Bandy
May 18, 2022
Leonard Dean Bandy, 62, of Calhoun, TN passed away on May 18, 2022. He was born on July 28, 1960 to the late Jackie Dean Bandy and Louise Crittenden Bandy. He was a mechanic by trade and had taken up painting as a hobby. Above all, Dean loved his family and was a tremendous man of God who read his...
Paul Anthony Skelly
May 18, 2022
Paul Anthony Skelly, 71, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2022, at his home in Chattanooga, TN. He was born June 10, 1950, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Carole Skelly; his sister, Cathleen Skelly; brothers, Michael Skelly, Joseph Skelly, and Sean Skelly; and nephew M. Allan Lutes II. He is survived...
Larry Malcom Sanders
May 17, 2022
Larry Malcom Sanders, 70, of Cleveland, TN passed away on May 17, 2022. He was born on March 13, 1952 to the late Denn and Peggy Sanders. Larry was a lifelong resident of this area. He was a member of Christian Outreach Church. Those who knew Larry will forever remember him as being a kind, friendly, and generous person who...
Michael Laroy Wilkinson Sr.
May 17, 2022
Michael LaRoy Wilkinson Sr., 74, of Maryville, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, after an extended illness while surrounded by his family. Mike was an Army veteran of 20 years, retired employee of Lakeshore metal health Hospital, and a proud member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness of Maryville. Mike was preceded in...
Janice Kay Allmon
May 17, 2022
Janice Kay Allmon, 73, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on May 17, 2022. Janice was born on July 4, 1948 to the late Eugene and Katherine Allmon. She was an employee of Hardwick Clothes for 40 years and loved spending time with her little dog, “Jake.” In addition to her mother and father she is preceded in...
Michael Eugene Owen Jr.
May 17, 2022
Michael Eugene Owen Jr., 20, of Sweetwater, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Michael was born on January 4, 2002, in Sweetwater, Tennessee to Michael Owen Sr. and Stephanie Owen. Michael enjoyed playing with his children, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his great grandfather, Rufus Rose; grandfather,...
Kenneth William Rogers
May 17, 2022
Kenneth William Rogers, 62, of Red Bank, TN passed away on May 17, 2022. He was born on March 5, 1960. He worked for Cargill/Horizon Milling loyally for over 37 years. He loved to laugh and was funny, goofy, and silly. He was caring, generous, kind, and had a big heart. He loved heavy metal music, racing, telling jokes, motorcycles,...
Swante Matt Holappa
May 16, 2022
Swante Matt “Swany” Holappa, age 71, our beloved husband, father and grandfather died peacefully on May 16, 2021 in a Cleveland, TN hospital. He was a resident of Decatur, TN. Swany was born in Minnesota on July 26, 1950. Swany is dearly missed by his loving and devoted wife of 45 years Bea Holappa, his son and best friend Heath...
Chris Gene Smith
May 16, 2022
Chris Gene Smith, age 61 but forever young, died holding the hands of his children as the sun set on May 16, 2022; he took his last peaceful breaths and stepped onto a ship that would hopefully sail him to a land far brighter. Chris was born on September 20, 1960, to, and preceded by, Charles Edward Smith and Bonnie...
Richard Lawson Crawford
May 16, 2022
Richard Lawson Crawford, 75, of Rocky Face, GA passed away on May 16, 2022. Richard was born on June 30, 1946 to the late Carl and Katherine Crawford. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, attaining the rank of Sgt E-5. Richard had a Bachelor of Science Degree from Berry College. He worked as a self-employed farmer for...
Patricia Wilson
May 16, 2022
Patricia Dianne Wilson, 77 of Charleston, Tennessee passed away May 16, 2022 at Tennova Hospital of Cleveland. She was born on March 22, 1945 in Mobile, Alabama to Pat Woodham and Evelyn Norma Woodham. She moved into the Charleston, TN area from Chico, California. Patricia loved travelling. When home she enjoyed her time by planting and nurturing many beautiful flowers....
Kenneth Eugene Brown
May 15, 2022
Kenneth E. “Kenny” Brown Aug. 23, 1949-May 15, 2022 Kenneth Eugene “Kenny” Brown, 72 of Decatur, TN went home to his Heavenly Father on Sunday morning, May 15, 2022 at his home. He was a loved husband, father, brother, uncle and son of the late Leon Brown and Demma Lee Moore Brown. He is a veteran of the United States...
Raymond Lester Hahn Jr.
May 15, 2022
Raymond Lester Hahn Jr. “Skeeter”, 53 of Soddy Daisy, peacefully passed away May 15th ,2022 after a 2-month long battle with organ failure. Raymond was born on January 29th,1969 to Raymond “Sonny” Hahn Sr. and Betty Hahn. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Sr and Betty Hahn, his sister Charlotte Hahn and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Zella...
Michael Brian Taylor
May 15, 2022
Michael Brian Taylor, 49, of Cleveland, TN passed away suddenly on May 15, 2022. He was born on September 15, 1972 to Pat and Alta Taylor. Mike loved fishing and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He is preceded in death by his father Pat Taylor. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his son Jesse Taylor; mother Alta Taylor; sister...
Gary Paul Chisholm
May 15, 2022
Gary Paul Chisholm, a long-time resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away at home peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, May 15, 2022. He was born August 20, 1951, in Cleveland, OH. Gary loved football and was a dedicated Cleveland Browns fan. He was also an avid bird watcher. Gary is now united with the love of his life, Lynn Marie...
Melissa Faye Hicks
May 15, 2022
Melissa Faye Hicks, 57, of Cleveland, TN passed away on May 15, 2022. She was born on February 9, 1965 to the late Henry and Wilma Hawkins. Melissa was a lifelong resident of this area and she was a member of Union Missionary Baptist Church. Melissa worked as an office manager in the medical field for 28 years. She was...
