Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Shirley Burger
Apr 19, 2025
Shirley Rose Burger, 89 of Reliance, TN, passed away at her home under hospice care, April 19, 2025. She was born to parents Miller Lowe and Grace Lowe 01/23/1936, at home, in Archille, TN.
Shirley worked as a supervisor for 30+ years at JH Kellman, in Cleveland TN. She also assisted her husband, Floyd Burger, in his ministry throughout the years....
Lanny Crowe
Apr 19, 2025
Lanny Houston Crowe, age 83, of Sweetwater, TN, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, Jean of 62 wonderful years and children, Michelle and Brian on April 19th, 2025 at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Lanny loved to fish and he especially enjoyed spending time with his family.
Left to cherish his memory is his loving Wife, Jean, of...
Michael Mack
Apr 18, 2025
Michael Patrick Mack, 52, of Athens, TN passed away on Friday April 18, 2025.
We are proudly coming together to celebrate his life on Sunday, April 27,2025 at Companion Funeral Home (Downtown Athens, TN). We will receive family from 2:00pm -2:30pm. All remaining family and friends are welcome to come from 2:30pm-5:00pm. Funeral Service will begin at 5:00pm led by Cody...
Cecil Turner
Apr 18, 2025
Cecil Carnell Lane Osborne Turner, age 86 of Philadelphia, passed away in her son's home where she has resided the last few years in Englewood surrounded by loved ones on April 18, 2025.
She was born October 28, 1938 in Philadelphia, to Fred Lane and Grace Humphrey Lane who have preceded her in death. Cecil loved the Lord and...
Adam Oltmann
Apr 18, 2025
Adam Lee Oltmann, 47, passed away on April 18, 2025. He was born to the late Barbara Ann Graham on May 25, 1977 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Adam is survived by his wife, Jaime Oltmann, daughters, Courtney Ann (Ricky Rodriguez) Oltmann and Cameron Taylor Oltmann, and grandsons, Damian Rey and Nikolas Izael Rodriguez.
Adam left Loganville, Georgia...
Rachel Martin
Apr 18, 2025
Rachel Theresa Martin, 85, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 18, 2025. She was born on January 19, 1940 to the late Ralph and Celestina LeCuyer.
In addition to her mother and father, she is preceded in death by her daughter Candee Koutonen and brother Ernest LeCuyer.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her...
Leisa Payne
Apr 17, 2025
Leisa Ann (Landrum) Payne, 57, is home with her Father Lord Jesus. She was born on February 3, 1968 and passed away on April 17, 2025.
She was saved and baptized many years ago. She loved planting flowers of all colors, she loves spending time with her grandson, Bryce Payne. She was loving, kind, and would do anything for anyone.
Preceded in...
Anna Collett
Apr 17, 2025
Anna Collett, 60, passed away April 17, 2025. She was born July 16, 1964, and of the Christian faith. Anna loved her Jesus and having the bible read to her and listening to Christian music. She loved the beach and collecting shells, arts and crafts, wearing jewelry and her reeses cups. Anna had a spark no one could put out.
Anna...
Arvel James Thomasson
Apr 17, 2025
Arvel James Thomasson, 84, passed away on April 17, 2025. He was born to the late Ollie and Mildred Thomasson on July 13th, 1940 in Paducah, Kentucky.
Arvel worked as a welder at McKee Foods for many years until his retirement. He then went on to serve as an Associate Pastor at Beacon Baptist Church. Arvel was a...
Gena Lonas
Apr 17, 2025
Gena Lonas, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, companion, and friend, passed away on April 17, 2025. She was born in Sweetwater, Tennessee, and made her home in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Gena was the proud owner and hairstylist of Gena's Beauty Cabin, where she used her talent, creativity, and warmth to make others feel beautiful and cared for. Her salon was more than a...
Morris Clark
Apr 17, 2025
Morris Woodward Clark, age 81, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. As he entered into the arms of Jesus, those closest to him held his hands, ushering him into perfect peace and rest.
A lifelong resident of the Eureka community, and a devoted member of Candies Creek Baptist Church, Morris lived a life...
Stella Thearp
Apr 17, 2025
Stella Lorane Small Thearp, 79, a resident of Niota, TN, moved to her Heavenly home on Thursday morning, April 17, 2025, at Sweetwater Hospital. She was born in Sweetwater, Tennessee, on April 16, 1946, a daughter of the late Earl and Glaphrie Small. Stella was of the Baptist faith and a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. She was a...
James Wyatt
Apr 16, 2025
James Earl Wyatt, 57, passed away on April 16, 2025.
James was an Over the Road Truck Driver for many years. He enjoyed music and could play the guitar very well. He will be truly missed.
James is preceded in death by wife, Rhonda Mechille Brown; father, Jimmy Wyatt; and sister, Tabitha Brazzell.
Survivors include his daughters, Jamie R....
Karen Hubbard
Apr 16, 2025
Karen Hubbard "Granny", 70, of Riceville, TN went to be with the Lord on April 16, 2025.
Karen was a member of Miracle Deliverance Tabernacle of Riceville, TN. She was serving as a teacher at Oases Christian Academy where she touched the lives of her students. Karen retired as a social worker for Hospice of Chattanooga after many years.
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William Manley
Apr 15, 2025
William (Bill) Manley, Jr. of Summerville, GA passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. He was born in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, to the late Frank and Alice Manley.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Frank and Alice Manley; Sisters, Joann Gann and Patsy Carpenter; and brother, Jim Manley.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Manley; daughter, Victoria (Steve) Foster;...
David Joseph Saluk
Apr 15, 2025
It is with deep sadness and much love that we mourn the passing of David Joseph Saluk of Signal Mountain on Tuesday, April 15, at the age of 75.
David was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Saluk, and mother, Mabel Saluk (Nowlan). Survivors include his loving partner of many years, Stephanie Rider, his sisters Beverly Morris and Carol Lebovitz,...
Perian Nadella
Apr 14, 2025
Perian Nadella
January 23, 1960 - April 14, 2025
Perian Nadella, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, Aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, she eventually found her home in the quiet beauty of Etowah, Tennessee, where her heart found peace in the view of the Smoky Mountains from her backyard-her personal oasis filled...
Christine Treece
Apr 14, 2025
Christine Treece - October 31, 1961 - April 14, 2025
Christine Treece, 63, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication. Born on October 31, 1961, Christine devoted her life to serving others both professionally and personally.
She spent over 30 years as a nurse, known for her tireless work ethic and compassionate care....
Brenda Bicknell
Apr 14, 2025
Sara Brenda Bowles Bicknell, known best by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as Nanny, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025. Brenda was born in February of 1943 in Tifton, Georgia but her family moved to East Ridge, Tennessee when she was 6 years old. She was a long-time resident of East Ridge before moving to Cleveland in 2002. Brenda was...
Sharon Wright
Apr 14, 2025
Sharon Wright, 72, of Cleveland TN, went to be with Jesus on April 14, 2025. She passed away at Life Care Center in Cleveland TN. She was a light to all she met and brought laughter and love to so many. She was retired from Bradley Memorial Hospital with over 25 years of faithful service in the dietary department.
Sharon is...
