Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Annette Ballard

Jan 10, 2025

Annette Ballard was born on April 4th, 1957 in Washington, DC to the late Lawrence and Helen Cook. On January 10th 2025, she was called home to be with the Lord.

She dedicated her life to the Lord and her children, serving as a homemaker for the majority of her life. Annette enjoyed cooking for those she loved, cinema, game nights,...

Lura Paige Mitchell

Jan 9, 2025

Paige Mitchell, 62, of Whitwell, TN passed away on January 9, 2025, at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN.

Paige was born on July 17, 1962 to James E Hargis and Lucille (Crabtree) Hargis, who, along with her brother, Michael T Hargis, and partner Patrick Kilgore preceded her in death.

Paige is survived by her nephews James M Hargis of Murfreesboro, TN,...

Billy Harrison Schubert

Jan 9, 2025

Billy Harrison Schubert, born on November 24, 1957, in Ringgold, GA, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 9, 2025, at his home in Ooltewah, TN.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Charles and Frances (Rhodes) Schubert, sister Molly Ward

He leaves behind a loving family, including brothers Eddie Schubert and Johnny Rhodes; his daughters, April (Lynn) Barbee and...

Cheryl Hicks

Jan 9, 2025

Cheryl Beaty Hicks, a resident of Cleveland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at her home Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the age of 77. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 47 years Dwight Allen Hicks, Sr., her parents Loyd and Mabel Beaty, all of Cleveland. Mrs. Hicks was a faithful...

Gracie Dodson

Jan 8, 2025

Gracie Wilson Dodson 82, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 8, 2025. She was born January 27, 1942, to the late Pauline and Carl Wilson. Gracie was a loving, generous, and kind woman. She was a dedicated wife and mother. She loved gardening, bird watching, and chickens. Gracie had a gift for art, design, landscaping, mechanics, and many other...

Kenneth Redden

Jan 8, 2025

Kenneth Redden, age 77, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025. Kenneth was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew him. He worked for Maytag in Cleveland for 20 years before retiring, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.

Kenneth had a love for life, enjoying...

Felicia Childs

Jan 8, 2025

Felicia Goss Childs, 58, passed away on January 8, 2025. She was born on November 22, 1966 to Billy Goss and Reta Moore in Harriman, Tennessee.

Felicia loved to experience life, and sought out adventure. She loved music, camping, and her family. Her proudest accomplishment was when she became "Nanny." Felicia was a breast cancer survivor, and continuously...

Bea Crowe

Jan 8, 2025

Nola Beatrice "Bea" Crowe, 87, of Decatur, TN went to be with the Lord on January 8, 2025.

Bea loved spending time with her family and cooking for her kids. She was an amazing mother and homemaker, always cooking, gardening and canning. Bea enjoyed her beloved pup "Buster" and now gets to be with him again.

Preceded in...

Dan Hays

Jan 7, 2025

Dr. Robert Daniel Hays of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 7, 2025, at the age of 91 in the house he built 50 years ago and in the bedroom where Beverly, his beloved wife of 69 years, drew her last breath last year.

Born on February 1, 1933, outside of Johnson City, Tennessee, Danny...

Steven Lasley

Jan 7, 2025

Steven Wayne Lasley, 66, passed away on January 7, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Steve was born on February 13, 1958, in Ocala, Florida.

Steve graduated from Hixson High School and attended Chattanooga State Community College. His career was spent at Comcast Cable Company, where he made many friends with his customers and coworkers. Steve always loved astronomy and the...

Patricia Stephens

Jan 7, 2025

Patty Stephens (58) of Benton, TN passed away on 1-7-25. She was the widow of Chris Stephens, sharing forty years together. Patty was born in Atlanta, GA to Floyd List (New Port Richey, FL) and Carol Hooper (Tellico Plains,TN).

She loved to sing and always had a classic song playing in the background. Her love for animals was easily seen. She...

Brenda Knotts

Jan 7, 2025

Brenda Knotts, 74, passed away on January 7, 2025.

With the saddest of hearts we are sorry for the loss of Brenda. She was loved by all. She leaves behind her wonderful husband Don Knotts and son Robbie Sampson. Her best friends, Dovey Wilson and Stanley Davis.

She has lost many loved ones, including her son Greg, in the past and now...

Robert Eugene Pierce

Jan 7, 2025

Robert Eugene Pierce, 61, passed away January 7, 2025, at his residence. He was born and raised in Chattanooga, TN, on September 8, 1963. Bobby loved riding his Harley with friends, driving trucks, and singing Karaoke. He was an amazing man with a handful of True amazing friends. He served in the U.S. Army from 1981-1984. His friend meant the...

Norma Taghon

Jan 7, 2025

Norma Taghon, 94, of Cleveland, passed away January 7, 2025.

She is survived by her husband of 73 years, John Taghon, and daughter, Deborah. Also surviving, brother, Richard Carter, of Toledo, Iowa; as well as, many nieces and nephews.

Norma worked in retail for several years, as well as, being a homemaker. She enjoyed traveling to Europe and...

Seth Lee

Jan 7, 2025

Seth Myron Lee, 37, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 7, 2025.

Seth's two favorite things were his daughter, Grace and the Georgia Bulldogs! He also enjoyed fishing and throwing darts. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Preceded in death by his mother, Lisa Elkins.

Survivors include his daughter, Grace Lee; father, Jack Lee;...

Heather Williams

Jan 7, 2025

In loving memory of Heather Williams, Born Feb 14,1971. Passed Jan 7, 2025. Child to Ralph and Mary Perkins, Mother to Hayden Monroe, Meaghan Williams, and Brandon Williams. Widowed to Douglas Williams.

She had many other loving family members and was loved by all. She had such a beautiful, kind, and sweet spirit, she was a great mother and friend to...

Loretta Wilson

Jan 6, 2025

Loretta Fay Wilson, 79, of Cleveland, TN, left us on January 6, 2025. Born on January 17, 1945, in Logan, WV, she was the daughter of the late Millard and Iris Evans. Loretta was a talented singer and spent many joyful years performing in a gospel quartet, sharing her beautiful voice with the community.

As a devoted homemaker, she raised three...

Rhonda Measimer

Jan 6, 2025

Rhonda Joyce Measimer, Age 66, of Chattanooga, TN went home to rejoice with her Heavenly Father on January 7, 2025.

Rhonda was born on January 19, 1958 in Middletown, CT. Her parents Pascal and Joyce Measimer could not have been more proud to welcome their first child into this world. Rhonda was strong-willed, vibrant, had a healthy appetite for...

Ken"Red" Lawson

Jan 6, 2025

Kenneth Edward Lawson, known affectionately as "Red," passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on March 30, 1943, in Sheffield, Alabama, Ken lived a life brimming with passion and dedication, ultimately making his home in Cleveland, Tennessee.

A man of many talents, Ken devoted much of his working life to the automotive industry, with Lawson's...

Athena Hicks

Jan 6, 2025

Athena "Tina" Barbara Hicks, 56, of Madisonville went to be with the Lord on January 6, 2025.

Tina was a member of Friendship Baptist Church of Madisonville. She loved her family, especially her grandkids. She was devoted to her family. Tina was a fighter, she had been sick since 2007 and fought the hard fight.

Preceded in death...