Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Dannie Leroy "Sawgrass" Decker
Apr 19, 2019
Dannie Leroy (Sawgrass) Decker, 50, longtime resident of Old Fort, TN passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at his residence in Old Fort, TN. Dannie loved the outdoors, and spent most of his time either riding his motorcycle or out on the river fishing. Dannie was a hard worker, loyal friend, loving brother, son, husband and grandfather. He will...
Bobbie Diane Gibson Swiger
Apr 19, 2019
Bobbie Diane Gibson Swiger, of Cleveland passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019, with her family surrounding her. She was the daughter of the late Dovie Pinson. She was also proceeded in death by her brothers: Charles McDowell, Jeff McDowell and Robert Gibson; and great-grandson, Weston Pressley. She was a graduate of Bradley Central High School and Cleveland State Community...
Nancy Pearl Ingram
Apr 18, 2019
Nancy Pearl Ingram, 77, entered Heaven on Thursday April 18, 2019 peacefully at home surrounded by family in McDonald, Tn. Nancy was a loving and giving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt. Over the years she enjoyed traveling, flower gardening, and a love for animals. She retired from Duracell of Cleveland after 35 years. She had an unwavering faith...
Katherine H. Selvidge
Apr 18, 2019
Katherine H. Selvidge, 85, lifetime resident of Birchwood, TN passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Katherine was a loving mother and grandmother and she will be truly missed by all who knew her. She is of Baptist faith and attended Birchwood Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband Arnold Blucher Selvidge; daughter Murriel Dean Selvidge; grand-daughter...
Richard Eugene Snoke
Apr 18, 2019
Richard Eugene Snoke age 68, died at 7:20 A.M. Friday, April 18, 2019 as a patient at Hospice Care of Chattanooga, TN. He had been fighting declining health the past few years. Born July 5, 1950 in Waynesboro, PA. He was the son of the late Harold E. and Anna R. Snoke (Myers) of Greencastle, PA. He is survived by...
Harold Richard Salmon
Apr 17, 2019
Harold Richard “Dick” Salmon, 78, of Calhoun, TN passed away on April 17, 2019, after a lengthy illness. He was an avid gardener, artist, baker, and musician. He was a truck driver for many years and loved photographing his travels and nature. He loved his grandchildren dearly. Originally from New Jersey, he lived in the Lamontville community of Calhoun for...
Martha Jo "Ralph" Bennett
Apr 17, 2019
Martha Jo “Ralph” Bennett, 78, a resident of Bradley County, died April 17, 2019. She was a 1959 graduate of Bradley central High School and Cleveland State Community College School of Nursing. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers and 1 sister. She is survived by 3 sisters, Mary Snyder, Margaret Queen of Cleveland, and June Snyder...
Rhonda Annette Cheek
Apr 17, 2019
Rhonda Annette Cheek, 53, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. Rhonda was very fond of Gambling, Camping, and the River. She loved her animals greatly but most of all she loved her family. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Ralph and Alta...
John Mark Richards Jr.
Apr 16, 2019
John Mark Richards Jr., 71, a resident of Harriman, TN passed away on April 16, 2019. He was a longtime local photographer, active member of the Lions Club and Babbahatchie Band. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Richards Sr. and Doris Brule Richards and a brother in law Adil Akrawi. He leaves behind to cherish his memory...
Mary Gail Hicks
Apr 16, 2019
Kenneth Lloyd Hicks, 75, of Athens passed away on Monday, April 15, 2019 at his home. His wife Mary Gail Hicks, 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 in a local hospital. Kenneth was born on January 26, 1944 a son the late Elzie & Azeline Hicks. Mary was born on October 27, 1949 a daughter of the late...
Patrick Foster
Apr 16, 2019
Patrick Foster, 58, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 16, 2019. He was born on February 14, 1961 to the late Ernest and Elizabeth Foster. Patrick was of the Baptist Faith. He moved to Cleveland two years ago from Lakewood, Colorado. He enjoyed playing sports. Tennis, golf, and archery are a few of the sports he loved. Above all,...
Melanie Suzanne Davis Chitty
Apr 15, 2019
On Monday, April 15, 2019, Melanie Suzanne Davis Chitty went to her Heavenly Home. She was born on October 30, 1966. Melanie is survived by her husband, R. Randall (Randy) Chitty, her son Cullen Keller Fewell, her mother Sharon M. Davis, and brother Mark W. Davis (Alyssa) and extended family. She was preceded in death by her father, C. Fred...
Kenneth Lloyd Hicks
Apr 15, 2019
Kenneth Lloyd Hicks, 75, of Athens passed away on Monday, April 15, 2019 at his home. His wife Mary Gail Hicks, 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 in a local hospital. Kenneth was born on January 26, 1944 a son the late Elzie & Azeline Hicks. Mary was born on October 27, 1949 a daughter of the late...
Michael Eugene Penney
Apr 15, 2019
Michael Eugene Penney, 68, of Cleveland, TN passed away on Monday, April 15, 2019. Mike was a long time employee of BellSouth. He then became self-employed installing and repairing telephone systems. Mike also owned and operated a lawn service business. He enjoyed officiating high school basketball games much of his adult life after playing basketball at Bradley Central High School....
J.D. Reed
Apr 14, 2019
JD Reed, of Chickamauga, Georgia passed away Sunday April 14, 2019 He was 76 years old. He will be missed by family, friends and the many people whose homes he built. His memorial service will be held Saturday April 27 @ 3pm Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 195 Ashley Lane Rossville, GA 30741
James Brock Keith
Apr 14, 2019
James Brock Keith, 79, of Harrison, TN passed away Sunday, April 14, 2019 at his home surrounded by family. He loved his Lord till death, and enjoyed watching westerns, hunting, and working with his scroll saw. James is preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Ona Keith; sister, Della Watkins, Ruby Ball; grandchildren, Eric Reeves; great grandchildren, Leland Bates,...
David Roy Evans
Apr 14, 2019
David Roy Evans, 72, a resident of Cleveland, TN passed away Sunday, April 14, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family after an extended illness. David was self-employed for many years, first owning D.R. Evans Welding Services and later owned and operated Crosshairs Shooter Supply. He and Gale were devoted members of Union Grove Church of Christ. David was...
William Dancy "W.D" Mccraw, Jr.
Apr 13, 2019
William "W.D.” Dancy McCraw, Jr., 60, of Fort Oglethorpe, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2019. He had lived most of his life in the Richmond, Cartersville and Cumberland, Virginia area before moving to the North Georgia area almost 10 years ago. He was a member of Memorial Baptist Tabernacle and was a Truck Driver by trade for more than 40...
Shirley Dean Newby
Apr 13, 2019
Shirley Dean Newby, 74, of Decatur, TN passed away on April 13, 2019. She was born on March 23, 1945 to the late Charlie and Helen McDowell. Shirley was an active member of Burdette Baptist Church. She loved music, gospel music in particular, especially the Gaither Vocal Band. Shirley also loved going to town to eat out. In addition to...
Pauline Johnson
Apr 13, 2019
Pauline Johnson, 97, of Cleveland, TN passed away on April 13, 2019. She was born on June 7, 1921 to the late Wheeler and Viola Clark. Pauline was a lifelong resident of this area but moved to Marietta seven years ago to spend time with her daughter, Sherry. She loved to sew but her greatest joy was being a mother...
