Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Oct 29, 2020

Thomas James Brewer, Jr., 80, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at a local healthcare facility. He was born on April 12, 1940 to the late Thomas James and Laura Marsion Brewer, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Virgil Brewer and John W. Brewer; sisters, Alice Brewer, Minnie Ruth Brewer, and...

Oct 29, 2020

Betty JoAnn Donovan, 74 of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at her home. She was born on August 5, 1946 in Higdon, Alabama, but spent most of her life in the Chattanooga area. Betty enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, and collecting turtles. She was preceded in death by her parents, Waymon and Virtie Gass Horton,...

Oct 28, 2020

Shirley Green Crumley, 65, of Cleveland, departed this life on Wednesday October 28, 2020 at her residence. Born August 26, 1955 in Illinois to the late Calvin and Lilly Green, She spent a majority of her life in Bradley County, and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed playing gospel music, going to the mountains, and spending times with family...

Oct 27, 2020

Lisa Ann Dillard, 53, of Birchwood departed this life on Tuesday, October 27, 2020. She was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on November 30, 1966 to the late JoAnn and Robert Farmer. Lisa spent a majority of her life in Cleveland, and was a member of The East View Chapel. Lisa was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She...

Oct 27, 2020

On Tuesday, October 27th, 2020, Ronald E. “Ronnie” Smith of Soddy Daisy, TN passed away peacefully at the age of 68. Born in Hamilton County, TN on March 1st, 1952, Ronnie lived most of his life in Chattanooga and Soddy Daisy. After his education he worked in the antique furniture business. Ronnie could be described as someone who lived life...

Oct 27, 2020

Roberta Burris, 87, a resident of Cleveland TN, and native and longtime resident of Glasgow KY passed away on Tuesday October 27, in a local healthcare facility. She was born in Glasgow KY on September 20, 1933 a daughter of the late Lebus and Lois Frankum and lived a majority of her life there until the last 16 years she...

Oct 26, 2020

Dana Denise Dillard Riley, age 43 of Dayton, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020 at The Decatur Wellness and Rehabilitation Center. Dana is survived by her daughter Bridget Marie Riley and wife Kristen LaShae Lafuze. And son Gabriel Ray Riley and wife Megan Danielle McMillon. Brothers Jerry and Charlotte Moats, Jeff Moats, James and Charlene Dillard Burchard, Marlene Dillard...

Oct 26, 2020

Paul Edward Galyon Sr., 75, a resident of Englewood, TN passed away on Monday morning, October 26, 2020 in a local hospital. He was of the Baptist faith. Paul was born in Roane County on April 12, 1945 a son of the late Hubert Galyon Sr., and Ruby May Collins Galyon. He loved hunting, fishing and spending time with his...

Oct 26, 2020

Jennifer Sturgeon, 52, passed away this Monday October 27, 2020. As a Cleveland native, Jennifer was the most hospitable and kindhearted woman many of you knew personally. Jennifer (mom) is survived by her daughters Savannah, Emma and Grace, as well as her mother and father, Beverly and David Johnson. Jennifer studied Exercise Physiology at Belmont University and went on to...

Oct 24, 2020

Kenneth Lee Oliver, an incredible husband, father and friend, lost his hard-fought battle with glioblastoma on Saturday 10/24 surrounded by family. He had spent his days working as a production maintenance associate at Denso where he was greatly respected. He would spend his evenings and weekends helping friends and neighbors, working his land and spending time with family. He was...

Oct 23, 2020

Edward Brown, age 82, of Cleveland, departed this life on Friday evening, October 23, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Hixson. Born on December 15, 1937 in Griffin, Georgia to the late Bernard and Bessie White Brown, he spent a majority of his life in Bradley County and attended Tasso United Methodist Church. Edward was a 1957 graduate of Bradley Central...

Oct 23, 2020

Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:...

Oct 22, 2020

Jesus “Jessie” Gesolgon lll, 60, of Athens, TN passed away on October 22, 2020 into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a faithful member of both Hillcrest Church of God and Woodward Avenue Church of God where he served on the security team and as a greeter. Truthfully, Jessie would serve wherever there was...

Oct 22, 2020

Morris James Fortin, Jr. , 72, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on October 22, 2020 at Tennova Healthcare. If Jim knew you, he prayed for you. He was a proud veteran. He loved witnessing for the Lord, spending time with his family, church and going fishing. Preceded in death by his parents, Josephine Watkins Pierson Fortin and Morris James Fortin,...

Oct 21, 2020

Virginia Lee Gaston Dunn, 82 and longtime resident of Oldfort, TN, passed away peacefully at her home after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. She and her husband, Eddie, were longtime owners of M&V Carpet. She was a member of Beech Springs Baptist Church and served as a Sunday School teacher and youth leader. She was known by many names including,...

Oct 21, 2020

Sharon Denise Dodd, age 62, of Soddy Daisy, departed this life on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at a local hospital. Born on November 8, 1957 to the late Hokey and Vera Dodd she was a native and lifelong resident of Hamilton County and was of the Baptist faith. She loved attending church and family gatherings; enjoyed reading and spending time...

Oct 20, 2020

Oct 20, 2020

Remer Clyde NeSmith, 62, of Cleveland, TN passed away on October 20, 2020. He was born on July 7, 1958. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lynn Marie NeSmith. He leaves behind to cherish his memories one son, Michael Aimesworth; his siblings, Diane and George Adair, Billy and Terry NeSmith, Butch and Kaye NeSmith, and Wendy and Lynn...

Oct 19, 2020

Darla Ann Rives, 59 of Cleveland, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 19, 2020. She was a lifelong resident of the area and of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed going to the beach, eating seafood, and swimming. She liked reading, crocheting, and traveling. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, especially her children and...

Oct 19, 2020

Norma “Jean” Gatlin, age 69, of Cleveland, went home to be her the Lord on Monday morning, October 19, 2020 at Tennova Healthcare. She was of the Baptist Faith. She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd Gatlin; parents, Wendell Sr. and Polly Thomas; Nathan “Boog” Thomas and Joy Jones. Survivors include her siblings, Pat Adkins, Audrey McCray, Tony(Jan)...