Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Esther Ruth Cooper
Aug 11, 2020
Esther "Ruth" Cooper, 83, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, Tn, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, at the Chattanooga Hospice Care. She was a charter member of the Old Pathway Baptist Church, and also the piano player for 50 years. She loved going to church to worship the Lord. She was a graduate of Bradley Central High School class...
Richard Davis
Aug 11, 2020
Richard Davis, 68, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. He is preceded in death by his mother Ruby Davis and brother Sandy Davis. He is survived by his father John Davis, wife Judy Davis, son Ricky Davis (Melissa), daughter Kellie Dickerson (Bobby), two brothers, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 23,...
Audrey Mary Cooper
Aug 10, 2020
Cooper, Audrey Mary Long; the daughter of Leslie Gordon and Mignon Henriette Long died peacefully surrounded by her family at home on Monday, August 10, 2020 at the age of 85. She was born on January 7, 1935 in Sussex, England. She moved to the United States in 1960 to become a Nanny where she met the love of her...
Thomas William Couch
Aug 10, 2020
Thomas William Couch, 75, of McDonald, TN, passed away on August 10, 2020. He was of the Church of God faith. He was a shade tree mechanic. Preceded in death by his father, Claude Couch, mother, Doris Couch; spouse, Nellie Couch; son, Steven Couch and sister, Retta Collier. Survived by his sons, Terry (Tammy) Couch and Timothy Couch; siblings, Martha...
William "Bill" D. White
Aug 10, 2020
William “Bill” D. White, a well-known farm equipment mechanic in Bradley and surrounding counties passed away August 10, 2020 after a short illness. He was a member of Clingan Ridge Baptist Church since 1960. Bill was the tenth child, out of fifteen born to William Jefferson and Ethel Lee Kelly White. Bill was preceded in death by his wife of...
Anthony "Tony" Bryant Hill
Aug 10, 2020
Anthony (Tony) Bryant Hill 43 of Rockwood, Tn. passed suddenly on August 10, 2020, at Methodist Medical Center. Tony was born, raised, and lived in Rockwood. Tony is survived by his son Jacob Hill of Denver, Co. His mother Elaine "Karen" Hill, Brother Keith Hill of Phoenix, Az. His brother Jerry Hill of Martinez, Ga. Tony is preceded in death...
Janice Ann Green
Aug 8, 2020
Janice Ann Green, 71, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 8, 2020. She was a lifelong resident of the area who enjoyed cooking and homemaking. Most of all, she loved her family and spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth “Butch” Green; parents, Lawrence and Ruth Todd Moorehead; and siblings, Linda...
Thelma "Lynn" Hyde
Aug 8, 2020
Thelma “Lynn” Hyde, 72, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020. A life-long resident of McMinn county, Lynn was born to the late John and Victoria “Toby” Morrison. Lynn enjoyed reading, working in the flower bed, going to yard sales, but most of all spending time with her family and friends. Lynn is preceded in death by her parents John...
Marion Francis "Clyde" Ruth
Aug 7, 2020
Marion Francis “Clyde” Ruth, 69, a resident of Ocoee, TN, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on August 7, 2020. He was born on November 23, 1950 to the late Raymond and Eulia Ruth. He leaves behind his beloved wife and soulmate of 35 years, Susan Ruth, and his furbaby, “Baby.” He also leaves behind 3 sons, Steven...
Millie Hullender
Aug 7, 2020
Mildred Hullender, 58, of Ooltewah, TN passed away on August 7, 2020. Preceded in death by: Her father Lester John Lynch Sr. And her Mother Sonja Pickett Johnson. Sisters Jamie Johnson and Donna Anderson. She has left behind many memories to be cherished. She loved her horses and spending time with her granddaughter. Left to cherish her memory her spouse...
Gary Mitchell Suits
Aug 6, 2020
Gary Mitchell Suits, 70, of Cleveland, TN passed away on August 6, 2020. He was born on January 9, 1950 to the late Deering and Louella Suits. Gary retired after 30 years at Kendall Electric of Cleveland. He served in the US Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post 81 and the...
Mollie Catherin Robbins
Aug 6, 2020
Mollie Catherin Robbins, 50, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Mollie will be returning home to North Carolina to be with her beloved family. Mollie was preceded in death by her parents Jerry and Julia Robbins. Survivors include brother Jerry Robbins, sisters Deborah Stamey, Mary Robbins. Children; daughter Amanda and (Mel) Powell son Andrew holder. Grandchildren; David Robinson, Luke...
Jeffrey Monroe Ellis
Aug 6, 2020
Jeffrey Monroe Ellis, 52, of Cleveland, TN passed away on August 6, 2020. He was born on August 10, 1967 to Donald and Juanita Ellis. Jeff was a Veteran of the US Army. He has lived in the Cleveland area for the past 26 years. He was a Instructional Assistant for the Special Education Department at Cleveland High School, where...
Bonnie Lee Fain
Aug 6, 2020
Bonnie Lee McCarroll Fain, 64, went to meet her Lord and Savior on Thursday, August 6, 2020. She loved Jesus, her husband of 35 years, her children and grandchildren with all of her heart. Bonnie loved being a Nana and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ through song and helping others was her passion. Bonnie is preceded in death by...
Roy Anderson Harrold
Aug 5, 2020
Roy Anderson Harrold, 59, resident of Cleveland passed away Wednesday August 5, 2020 in a Chattanooga hospital. Roy was born May 13, 1961 in Cleveland, TN to the late Lewis Franklin Harrold Sr. and Mary Eaton Harrold. He was a lifelong resident of Cleveland and a member of the Unity Church of God. He loved time spent reading God’s Word....
Brenda L. Braddam
Aug 5, 2020
Brenda Braddam, 69, of Dayton, TN, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at her residence. She was of the Church of God faith and loved being with her family, scrapbooking and church. Preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Harden; father, Alfred Harden; sister, Gail Kerns; brother, Tommy Harden. Survived by her husband, Donnie Braddam; son, Eddie Braddam; daughter,...
Jeanne E. Foote
Aug 5, 2020
Jeanne Eva (Martel) Koza Foote, passed away on August 5, 2020. She was born February 16, 1927 to the late Eva and N. Paul Martel. She was raised in Adams, Massachusetts and has lived in Cleveland for 33 years. She is survived by her five children: Robert Koza of Worcester, John (Jana) Koza of Cheshire, Michael (Karen) Koza of Northbourgh,...
Wilburn Thomas Grant Ii
Aug 5, 2020
Wilburn Thomas Grant II, passed away on August 5, 2020. He was born on September 4, 1946 to the late Wilburn Thomas Grant and Mary Eleanor Hilliard Grant. Tom has lived in the Cleveland area for the past 40 years. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving in the Vietnam war. He has been a member of...
Jackie Mae Rudd
Aug 5, 2020
Jackie Mae Price Rudd, 71 a lifelong resident of McMinn County passed away on Wednesday evening, August 5, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on January 7, 1949 a daughter of the late Ransom & Vesta McDonald Price. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Gene Rudd and six...
Lona Louise Mewborn
Aug 4, 2020
Lona Louise Mewborn, 83, of McDonald, TN passed away on August 4, 2020. She was born on March 13, 1937 to the late Victor and Christine Holdiman. Louise was a member of Pine Ridge Baptist Church in Ooltewah, TN. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, collecting hats, and going to festivals. She will be remembered as a “sophisticated woman.” Above all she...
