Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Susan Lynn Myers
Jan 3, 2020
Susan Lynn Myers, 59 of Chattanooga passed away on January 3, 2020. Susan was born in Washington, DC, but soon after the family moved to Aiea, Hawaii, where she lived until the early 80s. She then moved to San Diego, California for a time. She and her two sons moved to Chattanooga in 1990. Susan worked for many years as...
Carolyn Wilson
Jan 3, 2020
Carolyn Gardner Wilson Martin of East Brainerd died January 3. She was 92. The daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Frank L. Gardner, she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ruben W. Wilson, and her husband of six years, Chester Martin, siblings, Mrs. Imogene Jones, Leslie Gardner, Frank Gardner and Dorsey Gardner. She is survived by her...
I.L. "Sonny" Cates, Jr.
Jan 3, 2020
I.L. “Sonny Cates, Jr., 82, passed away January 3, 2020. He was a veteran and retired from DuPont and enjoyed playing golf, watching the Braves, working crossword puzzels. He is preceded in death by his parents, I.L. Cates, Sr., and Pauline Plemmons; brothers, Robert Cates and James Cates. Survivors include son, Tim Oliver; daughter, Sandy (Jesse) West; sister, Carolyn Boynton;...
Mary Canady
Jan 3, 2020
Mary Canady 79, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away peacefully on January 3, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Gordon Lee and Douglas Stroud of Greenville, NC. She is survived by her children Cynthia Branson (David) of Cleveland, Tennessee, Pam Shelton of Harrisburg Illinois, Mary Maples of Cleveland, Tennessee, Douglas Bradshaw (Connie) of Waynesville, North Carolina, Robert Bradshaw of...
Maureen Ann Flynn
Jan 3, 2020
Maureen Ann Flynn, 69, a loving and devoted Mother and Nana, and longtime resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Friday, January 3, 2020 after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. Maureen was a devout Catholic and was a member at St. Therese Catholic Church for many years. She was a very talented and successful car salesperson for over...
Connie Marie Dowden
Jan 2, 2020
Connie Marie Dowden, 62, longtime resident of Red Bank, TN passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Connie was a native of Dayton, TN and was of the protestant faith. She worked for West Rock Corporation for over 45 years before she retired last year. She is preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Frankie Dowden and brother...
Henry Clayton Setters
Dec 31, 2019
Henry “Papaw” Clayton Setters, 84, a resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away peacefully on December 31st, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones. He was known for his humor and ability to keep a smile on everyone’s face. He enjoyed fishing, boating, and traveling in his RV to visit his friends and family. He was honorably discharged from the United States...
Phyllis Jean Freiermuth
Dec 30, 2019
Phyllis Jean Freiermuth, 89, a resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019 at Legacy Village in Cleveland, TN. She was born in Memphis, TN in 1930 where she lived for many years with her husband and three daughters. Phyllis was employed at the Advertising Checking Bureau where she was a personnel secretary. She was a member...
Linda Garrett
Dec 30, 2019
Tommie Linda Garrett, 66, of Cleveland, TN, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2019. She was born January 26, 1953 to Tom and Ruby Ellis. Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a powerful prayer warrior and spent her life working hard, caring for others and enjoying the beach. She is preceded...
Connie Yvonne Wyatt
Dec 29, 2019
Connie Yvonne Wyatt, 55, a resident of Ooltewah, TN passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019 at a local hospital in Chattanooga, TN. Connie loved to listen to music especially Elvis. She also loved her family and had a special bond with her mother. A special thanks to Open Arms Care, where Connie resided for over 25 years. She is...
Roy Franklin Mullins
Dec 29, 2019
Roy Franklin Mullins, 75, a lifelong resident of this area passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019 in a Sweetwater Nursing Home. He was born on December 3, 1944 in Meigs County. Roy worked for many years doing local home improvements. In addition, for his love for his work, Roy enjoyed camping and fishing in his spare time. He is...
Crystal Sandra Nicholls
Dec 29, 2019
Crystal Sandra Nicholls peacefully passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 at The Bridge Assisted Living facility in Ooltewah, TN, where the caretakers, nurses, and management became her dear friends. She was surrounded by love and affection. Crystal was born in Decatur, Illinois, but lived many years in Winter Haven, Florida before moving to the Chattanooga area in 1999. As a...
Franky Lee Eaton
Dec 27, 2019
Franky Lee Eaton, 86, a lifelong resident of McMinn County passed away on Friday, December 27, 2019 at his home. He was born in Riceville, TN on February 6, 1933 a son of the late Robert & Ula Mae Eaton. Franky was a faithful member of Unity Baptist Church. He enjoyed trading cars, but most of all spending time with...
Diane Cole
Dec 26, 2019
Diane Jennings Cole, 72 of Cleveland, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 26, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Dorothy Jennings. Diane is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Pete Cole; her son Jeff Cole (Trish), her daughter Lisa Cameron; her brother Craig Jennings; her grandchildren Josh Cole...
James Edward "Jim" Chappell
Dec 25, 2019
James Chappell, a resident of Decatur, TN passed away on December 25, 2019 at his home. A loving husband, father, and Papaw! He fought a long hard battle with cancer he lost that battle Christmas Day! He was preceded in death by both parents Robert and Dorothy Chappell, two brothers Tommy and Ray Chappell. He leaves behind wife Delena 5...
Anthony Todd Perkins
Dec 25, 2019
Anthony Todd Perkins, 49, from Cincinnati, OH passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 in Soddy Daisy, TN. Anthony is preceded in death by his father Willie Perkins and his sister Angela Perkins. Left behind to cherish his memory is his wife Mary Perkins of Cincinnati, OH; children Timothy (Sarah) Louis of Soddy Daisy, TN, Erin Perkins of Cincinnati, OH,...
Brenda Sue Gaylor
Dec 24, 2019
Brenda Sue Gaylor, 71, passed away on December 24, 2019. She was of the Methodist faith. She loved to read, play video games, her 2 cats, Adam and Daisy and any animal on the planet. She was a circuit court clerk for the Bradley Circuit Court for 32 years, She is preceded in death by her father, James E. Gaylor;...
Scotty Eugene Knox
Dec 24, 2019
Scotty Eugene Knox, 52, a lifelong resident of Athens, TN passed away on Tuesday afternoon, December 24, 2019 in a Chattanooga hospital. He was born in Athens, TN on July 29, 1967. Scotty loved music, camping, spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife Dena Knox and one brother Brian Hampton....
Madge Gribble Askonas
Dec 24, 2019
Madge Gribble Askonas died on December 24, 2019 at the young age of 97 after a brief illness. A celebration of life will be held Monday December 30 at 1:00 PM at Grace Episcopal Church, 20 Belvoir Ave., Chattanooga. Madge was born in Nacogdoches, Texas. She graduated high school at 16, attended Stephen F Austin State University, graduating with a...
