Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Dorothy Myers

Jan 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Dorothy Mae Myers, who peacefully departed this world on January 6, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on April 23, 1931, in Cleveland, TN, Dorothy was a vibrant soul who touched the lives of many.

Dorothy was known for her contagious smile and her love...

Millie Umberger

Jan 5, 2025

Millie Umberger, 52, of Cleveland, TN passed away January 5, 2025. She was born and raised in Cleveland and attended Bradley Central High School.

Millie loved her family and friends fiercely and wholeheartedly. She enjoyed being able to spend time with them and always did her best to show how much she loved them. She had an outgoing and friendly personality...

Gail Duckett

Jan 5, 2025

Gail Deanna Musick, age 72, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025. Born on August 5, 1952, in Highland Park, Michigan, Gail dedicated her life to education and positively impacting the lives of her students as a teacher with Cleveland City Schools.

Gail is survived by her son, Christopher Saunders, and her sister, Carol McCormick. She was preceded...

Dr. Daniel Stepp

Jan 5, 2025

Dr. Daniel Joseph Stepp passed away at the age of 73, Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was a resident of Lifecare Center in Cleveland, Tennessee after having a stroke almost three years ago. Dr. Stepp was born July 3, 1951, in Niles, Michigan to Robert and Marilyn (Meddles) Stepp. Robert Stepp preceded Dr. Stepp by death in 2007.

Daniel is survived...

James Enix

Jan 5, 2025

James Michael Enix, 69, of Knoxville, passed away on January 5, 2025. He was born on September 6, 1955 to Irvin and Letene Enix. He retired having worked in retail management sales.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three half- brothers, one half -sister and two nephews.

James is survived by his wife, Janet Bollen Enix; daughter, Alisha Enix; son,...

Sandra Finch

Jan 5, 2025

Sandra Gay Finch, born on April 6, 1953, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on January 5, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was the devoted wife of Stephen Ray Finch for 53 beautiful years and the cherished mother to Stephanie (Finch) Bright and Thomas Finch. Beloved Mother-in-law of Rodney Bright and Heather Finch. Sandra was a proud "Nana" to her six...

Daisy Bell

Jan 5, 2025

Daisy Lee Bell, 83, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 5, 2025. She was born on August 18, 1941 to the late Lewis and Eula Oakwood. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to her mother and father she is preceded in death by her brothers Charles and Whitney Oakwood, sister Anna Neeley...

Jerry Ward

Jan 4, 2025

Jerry Elwood Ward died on January 4th, 2025 surrounded by family at his home in Cleveland, TN. He was 89 years old. The son of Andrew Morris Ward & Bessie Elizabeth Balmer Ward. He was born September 29, 1935 in Newton, IA. Jerry Graduated from Newton High School in 1953. He served a 2 year enlistment in the US Army,...

Jessie Prince

Jan 4, 2025

Jessie James Prince, 77, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 4, 2025. He was born on January 31, 1947 to the late James Franklin Prince and Mary Louise Moore Prince. Jessie was a Vietnam Veteran and retired Army Reserves. Served in Vietnam as Field Communication Crewman. After he returned, he was presented with the National Defense Service Medal, received...

Mary Helen Allen

Jan 4, 2025

Mary Helen Allen, 89, of Cleveland, TN passed away on January 4th, 2025. She was born on December 4, 1935, to the late Harlan and Pearl Harper.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 3 husbands: Dr. William Charles Ruble Jr., John Ramsey, and Eddie Allen; daughter Kathy Ramsey Huff; brother W.B. Harper.

She leaves behind to cherish...

Mamie Frances Hayes

Jan 3, 2025

Mamie Frances Hayes, 73, of Hixson, Tennessee, departed this life Friday, January 3, 2025, with family by her side. She was a Christian and was welcomed into Heaven where she will live forever with her Savior, Jesus Christ.

"Frannie" was preceded in death by her husband, Charles D. Hayes; parents, Frank Harrison Walker and Eula Mae Walker Colburn; an infant sister,...

Carl "CJ" Fortune

Jan 3, 2025

Call Edwin Fortune Jr., known to friends and family as CJ, passed away on January 3, 2025, at the age of 52. Born on May 4, 1972, in Chattanooga, TN, CJ called Cleveland, TN his home. A dedicated tree cutter, he ran his own tree service business and was known for his hard work and commitment to his craft.

CJ had...

Lila Dominguez

Jan 3, 2025

Our beloved mother, Lila Claire Dominguez, was born on October 4, 1946, in Goshen, NY, to Seely and Catherine Hunter. She spent her early childhood there with her cherished sister, Linda, before the family relocated to Pompano Beach, FL, in 1954. There, she attended high school and formed lifelong friendships that she treasured throughout her life.

After high school,...

Brenda Roublau Sires

Jan 3, 2025

Brenda Roublau Sires Perniciaro, entered into eternal life on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the age of 77, peacefully with her family at her side in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was born on December 27, 1947 in New Orleans, Louisiana and was the beloved daughter of the late Emile Roublau Jr, and late Clare Prieto; stepdaughter of the late Mathias Katz....

Evelyn Wilson

Jan 3, 2025

Evelyn Wilson, 90, passed away on January 3, 2025. She was born to the late Claude and Rose Marshall on October 18, 1934, in Cleveland, Tennessee.

Evelyn loved nature, animals, and gardening. She loved the Lord, listening to gospel music, and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed shopping and canning jelly.

In addition to her parents,...

Kay McDaniel

Jan 3, 2025

Kay McDaniel, who carried her childhood dream of playing tennis to stardom, died from health complications on January 3, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Kay was born on September 25, 1957, in Shreveport, Louisiana to parents Bill and Frances McDaniel. She is predeceased by her parents and her grandparents, Judge Owen and Frances Thomas and Dr. Bryan and Carolyn McDaniel of...

Nathaniel Ellison

Jan 3, 2025

Chester "Nathaniel" Ellison, age 77, of Sweetwater, TN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 3, 2025. He was a carpenter for 53 years of his life. Nathaniel was also an avid hunter and fisher who loved the outdoors.

Nathaniel was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Ellison and Marie Ellison Jones; brother Danny Ellison; and daughter...

Donald Cavitt

Jan 3, 2025

**In Loving Memory of Donald Cavitt**

Donald Cavitt, age 65, peacefully passed away on January 3, 2025, in Ooltewah, TN. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Donald held a strong Christian belief, and his faith was a guiding light throughout his life.

He is survived...

Ruby Womack

Jan 3, 2025

**In Loving Memory of Ruby Kay Womack**

Ruby Kay Womack, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 3, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born in Omega, Alabama, and spent her life wrapped in the love of family and faith. Ruby's heart was...

Gladys Partin

Jan 3, 2025

Gladys Sue Brinkley Partin, 91, of Englewood went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2025.

Above everything else, Gladys loved her children and grandkids and spending time with her family brought her the greatest joy.

Preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Clarence "Bud" Partin; sister, Johnnie Brinkley Goble; brothers, Ruiel Hall, Cecil...