Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Don A. Coulter
Oct 7, 2020
Don A. Coulter passed away into the care of his Lord Jesus in the early morning of Wednesday Oct. 07 at LifeCare, Cleveland, after a long illness with cancer. His survivors are his son Christopher A. Coulter, PhD, Associate Professor of English at Lee University; his wife of 64 years, Patricia Jayne, with whom he lived a year at Garden...
Richard Bige Manley
Oct 7, 2020
Richard Bige Manley, 61 of Spring City, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2020. He enjoyed his work and spending time with his wife and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Marjorie Newman Manley. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Jattrice Manley; step-children, Amy Oldham of Spring City and Chris Oldham...
Gwendolyn Diane Jenkins
Oct 6, 2020
Gwendolyn Diane Jenkins, 74, of Ringgold, GA passed away on October 6, 2020. She was born on June 9, 1946. She enjoyed crafting and was always known to take care of everyone and their kids. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband Bobby Jenkins, daughter Blair Williams, siblings: Sherry Stover, Charles Peters, Debbie Atkins, and Dottie Futrell; grandchildren:...
David Edwin "Crow" Adams
Oct 5, 2020
David Edwin “Crow” Adams, was born May 2, 1955 in Bradley County and passed away on October 5, 2020. He is survived by his son, David (Sheree) Adams, Jr.; granddaughter, Kayla; great-granddaughter, Mia of Cleveland, TN; son, Michael (Lynnette) Willis of St. Joseph, Michigan; ex-wife and best friend of 35 years, Hazel Willis; step-daughters, Beverly (Greg) Kirk of Clinton, TN...
William "Bert" Lloyd, Jr.
Oct 4, 2020
William “Bert” Lloyd, Jr., 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away at his home, surrounded by loved ones on October 4, 2020. Bert married the love of his life, Carol (Penley) in 1965 and remained married until his passing. Bert is survived by his wife; daughters Jenni Lloyd (TN), Heather Robertson (AR), and Sanya Woods (NC); and son-in-law Eric Woods (NC)....
Norman Curren
Oct 4, 2020
Norman Curren, 90, of Cleveland, TN (formerly of Lincoln Park, Michigan and born in Granville, West Virginia) passed away at his home, surrounded by loved ones on October 4, 2020. Norman married the love of his life, Glenna (nee Drews) in 1950 and remained married until his passing. Together, Norman and Glenna raised five children who all survive him; Norma...
Tommy Gladson
Oct 4, 2020
Tommy Gladson, age 72, of Cleveland, departed this life on Sunday morning, October 4, 2020 at Tennova Hospital. He was born on May 29, 1948 to the late Walter and Edna Gladson. He was a native and lifelong resident of Bradley County and retired from Whirlpool. Tommy enjoyed hunting, woodworking, and spending time with his family. In addition to his...
Ellen Jorean Betancourt
Oct 4, 2020
Ellen Jorean Betancourt, 61, of Dalton, GA passed away on October 4, 2020. She was born on October 25, 1958 in Jamestown, TN to the late Erna Buck. She is also preceded in death by one brother, Jackie Hatfield of Jamestown, TN and one son, James Michael Gluff of Tunnel Hill, GA. She leaves behind to cherish her memories, one...
Clarence "Danny" Daniel Swafford
Oct 3, 2020
Clarence “Danny” Daniel Swafford, 70, of Old Fort, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 3, 2020 after a lengthy Hospice care. He was born on December 11, 1949 to the late Clarence E. and Geraldine Dixon Swafford of Benton. Danny was a 1967 graduate of Polk County High School and attend Crowley’s Ridge College in Paragould, Arkansas....
Charles Stephens Burns
Oct 3, 2020
On October 3, 2020, Charles S. Burns, 73, a resident of Cleveland, TN slipped the bonds of earth and ascended to his heavenly home. He was surrounded by his family. Charles attended MDT Church of Riceville, He served 16 years in the U.S. Army (during the Vietnam War) and U. S. Army National Guard. He was a sharpshooter and received...
James Edward Beard
Oct 3, 2020
Airman Second Class James Edward Beard USAF Reitred, “Jim” went home to be with the Lord on October 3, 2020 at the age of 88. The son of George E. Beard Sr. and Fennie W. Beard of Rome, GA. Jim was born on January 18, 1932 in Floyd Co. GA. He was of the Baptist faith and a longtime member...
Dennis Lamar Bales
Oct 2, 2020
Dennis Lamar Bales, 69, of Harrison, TN passed away at his home on October 2, 2020, due to stage 4 Laryngeal Cancer. He managed his illness with strength and hope. He spent his final days surrounded by his family. Dennis retired from Hamilton County Department of Education. He enjoyed working on his farm, being outdoors, camping, listening to blue grass...
Kenneth Richard Roberson
Oct 2, 2020
Kenneth Richard Roberson, age 62, from Rockwood TN, formally of Cleveland TN departed this life and gained his wings on Friday October 2, 2020. He was born on January 20, 1958. He worked and sometimes stayed in a home for special need kids here in Cleveland that was called Hermes. This is now known as Life Bridges. He moved to...
Sharon Kaye Skaggs Levi
Oct 2, 2020
Sharon Kaye Skaggs Levi was called home by the Lord on October 2, 2020 at the age of 67. She was born on January 15, 1953 in Maryville, TN. She lived on Signal Mountain for most of her life and resided in Chickamauga, Georgia at the time of her passing. She was an employee of PruittHealth Care of Lafayette, Georgia...
Linda G. Presswood
Oct 2, 2020
Linda G. Presswood, 55, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 2, 2020. Linda was preceded in death by her father, Robert J Allmon, Sr., mother, Wanda F. Dodson, and her sister Stephanie Allmon. She was survived by her son Zayden “Lynn” Zembree, her brother Robert J. Allmon, Jr, and also other extended family members. Linda was a...
Willie "Bill" Brackett Jr.
Oct 2, 2020
Willie "Bill" Bracket Jr. gained his Heavenly wings on October 2, 2020. Born on November 12, 1946. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War where he received 2 Purple Heart Awards for injuries suffered in combat. After leaving the service he went to work for the State of Tennessee as a Highway Patrol Officer. He left...
Alfonsza L. Lowe
Oct 1, 2020
Alfonsza L. Lowe, 39 resident of Harrison, TN passed away October 1, 2020. He was born on November 10, 1980 in Shreveport LA, to Alfonza Lowe and Gloria Bolden Lowe. He moved to this area at an early age and was a member of the Living Stones Ministry. Alfonsza had a God given talent for Art, he loved playing pool...
Robert Wayne Pate Sr.
Oct 1, 2020
Robert W. Pate Sr., 76, a resident of Calhoun, TN passed away on Thursday evening, October 2, 2020 at his home. He was born on February 4, 1944 in Englewood, TN a son of the late Riley Guss Pate and Bessie Louise Collins Pate. Robert was a graduate of Englewood High School and retired from Olin Chemical after 37 years....
Gary Wayne Stone
Oct 1, 2020
Gary W. Stone, 61, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on October 1, 2020. He was of the Baptist faith. Gary loved boating, fishing, golf, bowling, and water skiing. He owned & operated the family business, Stone’s Truck Stop for many years. Preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents; parents, Jess “Audie” Stone & Shirley F. Stone. Survived by...
Eric Tyler Patterson
Sep 30, 2020
Eric 'Tyler' Patterson, 29 of Sweetwater, formerly of Decatùr passed quietly from this world on Sept. 30, 2020. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his mother, Susie Kimbro of Sweetwater a brother, Jonathan Patterson of Sweetwater. A sister, Ashley Nicole Patterson of Chattanooga. His father, John Paul Patterson of Ten Mile, also a brother, James Alexander Patterson of Ten...
