Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Beverley Johnson
Dec 11, 2024
Beverley Johnson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, has passed away peacefully at her home after a long struggle with Alzheimer's.
For over 30 years prior to her retirement, Beverley taught in the Bradley County school system and served her community as a first grade teacher at Prospect Elementary. During her long tenure at Prospect, Beverley taught multiple generations of...
Walter Hoffman
Dec 10, 2024
Walter Hoffman, resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his son, Richard Hoffman.
To cherish his memory, he leaves his step-sons, Christopher Nelson and Patrick Nelson; daughters, Linda Miedl and Karen Singer; and grandchildren: Michael Miedl, Nicole Papillo, Alyssa Miedl, Tyler Huffman, Calista Huffman, Jackson Nelson, and Morgan Nelson.
Walter will be interred...
Ronald Tipton
Dec 10, 2024
Ronald "Ronnie" Brooks Tipton, 82, of Vonore, passed away peacefully at home with his family on December 10, 2024. He was born on November 25, 1942 in Vonore, TN to the late Jack and Georgia (Moser) Tipton.
Ronnie served his country in the United States Navy. He retired as a Auto Body Instructor at Tennessee Tech of Knoxville. He was also...
Mike Dillon
Dec 9, 2024
Michael Edward Dillon, 68, of Cleveland, TN passed away Monday, December 9, 2024. Son of James Edward and Betty Jo (Millsaps) Dillon, born May 8, 1956, in Toledo, OH.
Mike enjoyed grilling out, fishing, boating; but his favorite hobby was a love of motorcycles.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Mitzi Jo Williams.
Mike is survived by two sons,...
Mary Markham
Dec 9, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Helen Markham, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, on December 9, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on February 18, 1932, in San Pedro, California, Mary lived a vibrant life filled with love, laughter, and the joy of travel.
Mary had a zest for life that...
Keith Frazier
Dec 9, 2024
Keith "Shorty" Frazier, age 60 went to heaven on Monday night December 9th, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family and friends. In passing his face reflected a countenance of peace that could only be described as Glorious. He was a member of Waterville Baptist Church and a strong Christian man who loved the Lord. When he was...
Danny Espy
Dec 8, 2024
Danny, Danny Ray, Darling Dan, Big Papa, Papaw, and to his kids Laura (Nick) Byers, Tina Espy, Amanda (Nathan) Miller and Jerrell Espy he was Daddy, passed away peacefully at his home in Riceville, TN on December 8, 2024 at 58 years old. Danny was born on August 18, 1966 in Birmingham, AL to amazing parents the late Van and...
Ayden Tankersley
Dec 8, 2024
Ayden Blake Tankersley, born on January 18, 2003, in Cleveland, TN, passed away on December 8, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was a dedicated mechanic at Ford of Cleveland, where his passion for cars shone through every day. Known for his love of repairing vehicles, Ayden spent countless hours tinkering in the garage, always eager to lend a hand...
Carlton Martin
Dec 8, 2024
"Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." - Matthew 25:40
Walter "Carlton" Martin, Jr. passed away peacefully and in the presence of his family on December 8, 2024, at the age of 83. He was a resident of Cleveland, Tennessee.
Carlton lived by the...
Grace Page
Dec 8, 2024
Grace Evelyn Page (90) passed away December 8, 2024, in Cleveland, TN. Daughter of the late Lake and Allie (Spurling) Ledford, she was born May 7, 1934, in Cherokee, NC.
A mother of five, she loved her family and cherished time spent with them. She enjoyed attending church, loved to travel, shopping and eating out with her daughters.
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Faye Eads
Dec 8, 2024
Anna "Faye" Russell Eads went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 8, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Faye was born in White House, Tennessee on July 27, 1935, the youngest of 4 children. She graduated from Belmont University in Home Economics and married John F. Eads of Cleveland on June 8, 1958. She became an 8th...
John Matott
Dec 7, 2024
John Matott, 48, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on December 8, 2024.
John was a man of many passions and deep love for his family. He cherished cooking, cars, motorcycles, and the thrill of 4x4ing and "mudding." He was an avid fan of the Detroit Red Wings, the Tennessee Vols, and the Tennessee Titans. Above all, he enjoyed...
Winifred Coyle
Dec 7, 2024
Winifred R. Coyle passed away in the comfort and loving arms of her husband on December 7th, 2024, at the age of 73. She was born on November 18th, 1951, in Bronx, New York to Irene Wels and William Reilly.
Winifred is survived by her beloved husband Robert Coyle; her cherished children, Shaunna King and Robert (Rachael) Coyle; her treasured...
Tonya Pendergrass
Dec 7, 2024
Tonya Marie Pendergrass, 64, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Following a courageous battle with cancer, she received her promotion to glory peacefully, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.
Born in Warren, Michigan, to the late Wade and Shirley Jenkins, Tonya was the third of six children. She loved her family fiercely. Upon settling in...
Bill McMahan
Dec 7, 2024
Sam William "Bill" McMahan, 92, died peacefully Saturday evening, December 7, 2024.
Left to honor his life are daughters and their husbands, Lisa and Jim Pemberton, Cleveland; Cheryl and Ray Schwarz, New Smyrna Beach, FL; and Alicia and Shannon Tyree, Belton, MO. Grandchildren include Shasta Thompson DeGraw and Jimmy, Bonita Springs, FL; Erin Pemberton Melhorn and Josh, Signal Mountain;...
Devon Fisher
Dec 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Devon Brooke Fisher, who left us far too soon at the age of 26 on December 7, 2024. Born on April 5, 1998, in Chattanooga, TN, Devon brought joy and light to everyone around her.
Devon was a passionate cosmetologist with a flair for beauty and creativity. She graduated from...
Roland Kreps
Dec 7, 2024
Roland Everett Kreps, of Athens, TN, passed away on December 7, 2024 at the age of 81. He was joking with his family until the end.
Roland was born in Omaha, Nebraska on January 30, 1943 to Marie (Sperry) Kreps and Roland E. Kreps Sr., a younger brother to Grace (Jackson) and Janet (Banker), each of whom preceded him in death....
Glenda Gail (Hedrick) Green
Dec 7, 2024
Glenda Gail (Hedrick) Green, 78, of Apison, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Saturday, December 7, 2024, and of the Baptist Faith. She was born October 9, 1946, to James W. Hedrick and Lois Christine Robbs Hedrick.
Glenda a.k.a. Gammy, was an avid Tennessee Vols fan. In addition to football, she enjoyed gardening, singing, auto races and...
Deborah Berry
Dec 7, 2024
Deborah Berry passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on December 7th 2024. Born on March 12th 1954, Deborah touched the lives of many with her unwavering faith and devotion to her Lord and Savior and her family.
She leaves behind cherished memories with her children Timothy Shepard and Danielle Berry and their families.
A Mother's love is...
James Carr
Dec 6, 2024
James Lynn Carr, age 73, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024. He was born on April 25, 1951, in Oakdale, TN, to the late Ralph and Mavis Carr.
James is survived by his wife, Paula; brother, Lee Carr, his son, Christopher Carr, and his wife, Lisa, along with their daughters, Mia and Julia; his daughter, Katie Woods, and her husband,...
