Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Steven Black
Dec 6, 2024
Steven Michael Black, 75, passed away at his home in Charleston, TN, December 6, 2024. He was the son of the late Thomas Henry Black, Jr. and Therese Hicks Black. Steven was born in San Francisco, CA, August 16, 1949.
Steven spent many years with Hewlett-Packard as a network telecommunication engineer. He was an avid runner and participated every...
Herb Beene
Dec 6, 2024
It is with great sadness, but also great joy, that on the 6th day of December 2024, Herbert “Herb’ Hoover Beene went home to be with his Savior and Lord and to meet all his family and friends who have received Jesus as their personal Savior.
“But as it is written, Eye has not seen, ear has not heard, nor has...
Georgia Wyatt
Dec 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Georgia Lee Wyatt, age 61, who departed this life on December 6, 2024, in Cleveland, Tennessee. A beloved mother, devoted friend, and cherished family member, Georgia touched the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit.
Born on August 10, 1963, in Saint...
Larry Hatmaker
Dec 5, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Owen Hatmaker, who left us on December 5, 2024, at the age of 83. Larry was born on October 26, 1941, to Owen and Dorothy Hatmaker, who have now preceded him in death along with his first wife, Jacqulyn "Detta" Hatmaker, and his brothers, Homer and Jerry Hatmaker.
Larry...
Tammy Leatherwood
Dec 5, 2024
Tamela Scoggins Leatherwood, known to many as Tammy, passed away on December 5, 2024, at the age of 61. Born on January 30, 1963, in Cleveland, TN, she brightened the lives of everyone around her and will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her brother Kevin Scoggins; cousin David Watson; and mother-in-law Eleanor Leatherwood.
Tammy had a passion for...
Kevin Rau
Dec 3, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin Dale Rau, who left us on 12/3/2024. Kevin was born to Gerald and Nancy Rau on February 4, 1963 in Hinsdale Illinois. He grew up in Michigan and graduated from Midland High School. In his 40 's , Kevin relocated to Tennessee where he made Chattanooga his home.A...
Dexter Angelo Cox
Dec 3, 2024
Dexter Angelo Cox, a cherished individual, known for his kind, loving, and caring personality, was born to the late Jessie and Minnetta Cox in Memphis, TN, on December 18, 1957. He was preceded in death by two of his sons DeMetrick Cox and Devin Cox.
Dexter had a life changing experience when he surrendered his life to the LORD at Hopewell...
Patti Vastano
Dec 3, 2024
Patti Rae Vastano, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on December 3, 2024, in McMinn County, Tennessee, at the age of 70. Born in Los Angeles County, California, on June 12, 1954, Patti was known for her free spirit and unwavering willingness to help anyone she saw in need, even at the cost of her own health...
Wayne Liljeros
Dec 1, 2024
Wayne Frank Liljeros, 72, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024. He was born December 24, 1951, to Frank and Anita Liljeros in Passaic, NJ. He still has many friends from Hackensack Church School, Waldick Jr. Academy, Blue Mountain Academy, and Southern Adventist University where he graduated with a masters degree in Physical Education. He worked as a coach and...
Judy Dyer
Dec 1, 2024
Judy Ann Dyer, born on July 28, 1956, entered into the gates of Heaven on December 1, 2024 at her home in Dayton, TN. She was a beloved mother, cherished friend, and passionate animal lover who made a lasting impact on everyone she met.
Judy was preceded in death her father James Robert Tucker, her mother and stepfather Opal (Claude) Travis,...
Julia Brown
Dec 1, 2024
Julia Frances Brown, 91, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on December 1, 2024. She was born on December 30, 1932 and was a lifelong resident of Cleveland. Julia was preceded in death by her parents: Charlie and Lillie Brown, siblings: Virgil, Jack, Warren, Dewey, Carrie Pippinger, Lillian Kerr, Nora Davis, and Omey Kibler, and grandchildren: Brittany Keith...
Charlotte Akins
Dec 1, 2024
Charlotte Ann Akins, 74, of Athens went to be with the Lord on December 1, 2024.
Charlotte was an avid gardener and loved spending time working on her puzzles. She will be greatly missed.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Matthew and Gladys Terry; daughter, Chrissy Rollins; and brother, Sterling Terry; and grandson, Presley Rollins.
Survivors...
Nelson "Dub" Raburn
Dec 1, 2024
Nelson "Dub" Raburn, 90, passed away on December 1, 2024, in Cleveland, TN.
Dub was born on May 15, 1934 in Hamilton, AL, to Wes Raburn and Margaret Tice.
Nelson graduated from high school in Adrian, MI in 1952.
He started his career as a minister in the Church of God of Prophecy shortly thereafter and went on to minister...
Charles Cameron Jr.
Nov 30, 2024
Charles David Cameron Jr., 70, a lifelong resident of Cleveland and Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2024 surrounded by his son, Josh Cameron, daughter, Destiny Arnold and brother, Gary Cameron.
Chuck was born in Cleveland on April 18, 1954, the son of the late Charles Sr and Jane Cameron. He was of the Baptist faith. Chuck...
Janice Suits
Nov 30, 2024
Janice Crye Suits, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister and friend, peacefully passed at her home on November 30, 2024. She was born on March 21, 1947 to the late Luther and Rosealthea Crye.
Janice was the proud mother of two loving daughters, Lacy Porter Gibson (Grant) and Stephanie Suits Goins who will miss her wise counsel. She loved...
Shari Freeman
Nov 30, 2024
Shari Brooks Freeman, age 62, of Etowah, Tennessee, passed away on November 30, 2024. Born on November 17, 1962, she was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Willa May Brooks, as well as her first husband, Doug Wilson, and her second husband, Robert Freeman.
Shari was known for her love of family, friends, and her zest for life. She...
Billie Brewton
Nov 30, 2024
Billie Brewton, 58, passed away November 30, 2024, in Cleveland, TN.
Billie was preceded in death by her Paternal and Maternal grandparents, Father Billy Cecil Havner, Baby Brother Billy Cecil Havner Jr., several uncles and aunts.
Billie is survived by her Mother Edna Catherine Havner, Sister Susie (Al) Pellam, Husband Marc Brewton, Son Christopher (Kayla) Sharpton, Daughter Heather (Timothy) Lay. Step-children Jovan...
Tony Higgins
Nov 30, 2024
Jacob "Tony" Higgins, 60, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Tony was born on November 16, 1964 in Cleveland, Tennessee. Tony's greatest hobby was baseball and football. He enjoyed taking trips to the mountains to enjoy nature. He also enjoying telling stories that would put a smile on your face. Putting smiles on peoples faces brought...
Thomas Epps
Nov 29, 2024
Thomas Jefferson Epps aged 86 passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 29, 2024. A beloved father, grandfather and friend, Tom leaves behind a legacy of dedication, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
Tom lived a life defined by remarkable achievements and a commitment to excellence after earning his degree in electrical engineering. He went to work as an electronic engineer with...
Nancy Headlee
Nov 29, 2024
Nancy Headlee,88, went home to be with Jesus on November 29, 2024. Nancy aka Granny is survived by three children Roberta (Dale) Kirchhoff, Michael (Marcella) Headlee and Linda Headlee plus four grandchildren Brandon, Brandy, Bryan and Coraline and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Robert Walker Headlee, grandson Seth Ivan Walker Kirchhoff as...
