Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Richard Edward Howard
Jul 4, 2019
Richard E. "Trick" Howard, 62, of Lafayette, GA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 4, 2019 at home with his wife. He was a nature lover, wood worker, eagle scout, huge caving enthusiast and a great friend to many. Loved by everyone and will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Howard; father, Robert E. Howard; brothers,...
Donald Howard Trew
Jul 4, 2019
Donald Howard Trew, 81, a resident of Decatur, TN passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2019 at his home. He was born in Athens, TN on May 20, 1938 a son of the late Howard & Pearl Trew. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Shirley McHone Trew and one son Tony Trew. He...
Mary Estella Howell
Jul 3, 2019
Mary Estella Howell, 77, a resident of Athens, TN passed away on Wednesday morning, July 3, 2019 in a local hospital. She was born in Maryville, TN on May 26, 1942 a daughter of the late James Theodore Chapman and Myrtle Jane Chapman. Mary was a former employee of Sweetwater Hospital and a member of Union McMinn Baptist Church. In...
Nancy Townsend Paul
Jul 3, 2019
Nancy Townsend Paul, a resident of Riceville, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday evening, July 3, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you...
William Neal Henry
Jul 3, 2019
William Neal Henry, age 82, passed away Wednesday July 3rd, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Neal was preceded in death by his parents William E. and Hazel (Newman) Henry. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Glenda; his brother George (Gwen) Henry; daughters Jana (Larry) Turpin of Delton, MI and Brittany (Scott)...
Ellen Lucille Smith
Jul 2, 2019
Ellen Lucille Smith, 70, of Harrison passed away July 2, 2019 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born in Jasper, GA and had been a resident of Harrison for the past 30 years. Ellen loved photography, playing the keyboard, gardening and wildlife. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Carmen Padgett; an infant son,...
Edward Hayes Suits, Sr.
Jul 2, 2019
Edward Hayes Suits, Sr., 83, of Cleveland passed away July 2, 2019. He was born in Apison, TN to the late Homer Edward and Mary Ruth Suits. Edward loved to travel, fish, and spend time with family. He loved woodworking and enjoyed seeing the final product he created. He proudly served in the United States Air Force. Edward was also...
Sammy Flora Barton
Jul 2, 2019
Sammy Flora Barton passed away July 2, 2019. She was born in Calhoun, Georgia on September 12, 1931 to the late Bob and Ida Clyde Nesbitt. She was a member of Frawley Rd Baptist Church and preceded in death by her husband James Willard Barton, daughter Judy Seaborn, and sisters Snippy Sloan, and Betty Hooper. She is survived by her...
Jo Anne Blackburn
Jul 1, 2019
Jo Anne Blackburn, 88, passed away at her home on Monday July 1, 2019. She was born on May 8, 1931 the daughter of the late Joe and Winifred Fox of Coshocton, Ohio. She was retired from American Uniform as an accounts payable clerk with over 40 years of service. She was a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church...
Patricia Diane Shoemaker
Jul 1, 2019
Patricia Dianne Shoemaker, 66, passed away July 1, 2019 at her residence. She was survived by her best friend, Lois Gill Robison; daughter, Tara (Nick) White; son, Matthew (Angie) Shoemaker; grandchildren. Hallie White, Cassie Cross Warren and Gauge Cross. Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland is honored to assist her family with these arrangements.
Jan Dean Solesbee
Jul 1, 2019
Jan Dean Solesbee, 57, a resident of Etowah, TN passed away on Monday evening, July 1, 2019 at his home. He was born on January 12, 1962 in Detroit, Michigan. There will be no formal services at this time. Companion Funeral Home of Athens has charge of these arrangements.
Travis Enriques Rogers
Jul 1, 2019
Travis Enriques Rogers, 51, passed away on July 1, 2019 at a local hospital. He was born in Nashville, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his father, Ronnie, and grandparents Walter and Francis Rogers and Grady Enriques. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his mother, Donna Rogers Hendren; grandmother Isabell Rush; children Blake and Kalee Rogers. He was...
Richard Herman Dye
Jun 30, 2019
Richard Herman Dye, 80, went home to be with the Lord on June 30, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Sept. 28, 1938 to the late Earl Dye and Annie Lucy Dye. Richard loved music and was well known for his guitar playing. He loved playing and singing gospel music and he has traveled and...
Barbara Ann Johnson
Jun 29, 2019
Barbara Ann Johnson, 58, a resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 29, 2019. She was born on October 16, 1960. She is preceded in death by her mother Ilene Taber. She is survived by her son Andrew Dylan Johnson, father Charles Taber, sister Denise Cooney, brother Bruce Taber and niece Melissa Cooney. There will be no formal services...
Ronnie Dale Miller
Jun 29, 2019
Ronnie Dale Miller, 55, a lifelong resident of Athens, TN passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at his home. He is preceded in death by his father Ron L. Miller. He is survived by his wife Martha Katie Miller, mother Clara Joyce Miller, daughter Heather Dailey and husband Michael, two sons Christopher Dale Miller and his wife Paige and...
Cody Guy Moore
Jun 29, 2019
Cody Guy Moore, 23, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 29, 2019. He was born on December 15, 1995 to Barry and Gina Moore. Cody had a contagious personality and loved to laugh. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, and spend time at the river and in the mountains. Cody also loved the game of...
Jerry Lou Rogers
Jun 28, 2019
Jerry Lou Rogers a lifelong resident of this area passed away on Friday morning, June 28, 2019 at her home. She was born on February 9, 1939 in Etowah, TN a daughter of the late C. L. & Nannie Lou Davis. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Friendship Baptist Church. Jerry and her family operated the...
Tracy Ann Shadden
Jun 28, 2019
Tracy Ann Shadden, 52, of Birchwood, TN passed away on June 28, 2019. She was born on July 5, 1966 to the late James Filyaw and Mary Ford. Tracy loved life and decorating as well as being outdoors. She was an avid Tennessee Football Fan and she enjoyed spending time with her family. In addition to her mother and father...
Ola Virginia Patterson
Jun 28, 2019
Ola Virginia Patterson, 84, of Epworth, Georgia passed away June 28, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Isabella, TN and had been a resident of Epworth for the past 62 years. She enjoyed listening to music, visiting with friends, traveling and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Ola was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and...
Mary Ellen Cooke
Jun 27, 2019
Mary Ellen Cooke, 72, of Soddy Daisy passed away at her residence Thursday, June 27, 2019. She was born in Des Moines , IA and had been a resident of Soddy Daisy for the past 7 years coming from Hixson, TN. Mary loved to sew and do arts and crafts. She enjoyed family get-togethers, and playing games, especially Bingo, Zilch...
