Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Daisy Walcheski
Nov 6, 2024
Daisy Walcheski, 88, of Cleveland, TN passed away at Bradley Hospital on November 6th, 2024.
She is survived by her daughters, Sylvia Rymer and Anita Walcheski. Her grandkids Melissa Albertson, Evan, and Kevan Rymer, and her great-grandkids Hallie, Titus, and Blakley Rymer. She also leaves behind many brothers and sisters and nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband...
Dr. Joseph "Pete" Earl Kelley Jr.
Nov 6, 2024
With sadness, we announce that Dr. Joseph "Pete" Earl Kelley Jr., 64, of Signal Mountain, TN, passed away on November 6, 2024, taking his last breath, now at peace, surrounded by family in his home.
Pete Kelley was born on January 30, 1960 in Knoxville, TN to parents Joseph Earl Kelley Sr. and Susan Kelley before moving to Chattanooga, TN. When...
Roberta Ramsey
Nov 6, 2024
Roberta Cate Ramsey, 87, of Cleveland, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
She was preceded in death by husband of 62 years, Glen Ramsey, her parents, Hugh E. Cate, Sr. and Emma Wilson Cate, and son-in-law, David Landrith.
Roberta is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Landrith Oliver (Jack) of Brentwood; son, Larry Ramsey (Brenda) of Cleveland; grandchildren, Rachel Lorance (Rev. Stephen)...
Gary McArthur Martin
Nov 6, 2024
Gary Martin, 62, of Athens left this world to go fishing and hunting in heaven on November 6, 2024.
Born on October 8, 1962, Gary was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Gary was also with the Fire and Rescue in Meigs County for a short time.
Preceded...
Bonnie Snell
Nov 5, 2024
Bonnie Lou Snell, 59, of Dayton, TN passed away peacefully on November 5th, 2024 at Parkridge Hospital in Chattanooga, TN.
Bonnie was born on November 9th, 1964 to the late Freddie and Beverly Wilson. She was the beloved wife of Robert Snell, and devoted mother to Tiffany Leffew and Stacy Snell, both of Dayton.
Bonnie was a housewife most of her life,...
Gregory Caraway
Nov 4, 2024
**Obituary for Gregory Caraway**
*August 23, 1969 - November 4, 2024*
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Caraway, age 55, who left us on November 4, 2024. Gregory was born in Dayton, Tennessee, on August 23, 1969, to Wilford Caraway and Thelma Jean Caraway. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Thelma Jean Caraway,...
David Swafford
Nov 4, 2024
David Ryan Swafford, age 62, of Cleveland, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 4, 2024.
David graduated from Bradley Central High School in 1980. He played baseball and was a great left handed pitcher for Bradley. He was of the Christian faith and attended Pine Hill Church of God. David love to sing for God's glory and...
Lorrie Parrott
Nov 4, 2024
Lorrie Anne Parrott, 51, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024. Lorrie was born on March 3, 1973 in Columbus, Mississippi to Michael and Brenda Mills. She enjoyed shopping, watching Hallmark movies, and most of all spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Cliff and Gladys Mills; her maternal grandparents,...
Cindy Anderson
Nov 4, 2024
Cindy Ann Anderson, 63, of McDonald, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, November 4th, 2024. She was born on April 3, 1961, to Charles Doyle Scroggin and Pat Scroggin.
Cindy loved being surrounded by her family. Her grandchildren were her world, and she was very proud of them. She loved visiting the beach and fishing. She loved the Lord, and telling everyone...
Ronald Steven Newby
Nov 4, 2024
Ronald Steven Newby, 71, passed away November 4, 2024. He was born March 5, 1953, in Hixson, TN.
He is preceded in death by his father, Albert Jessie Newby, mother, Francis Louise Newby, and sister, Peggy N. Buckner.
Survived by his brother, Leonard C. Newby; nephews, Jesse Newby and Jason Buckner; nieces, Tami Castelow, Christina Fiebich, Rachel Ricley, and Deborah Newby; and...
Charles Oliver
Nov 3, 2024
Charles Oliver, 65, passed away November 3, 2024, in Ooltewah, TN. Charles was born February 14, 1959, in Lansing, MI, son of Jack and Rachel Oliver.
A 1977 graduate from Grand Ledge Academy in Lansing MI, Charles would go on to earn an HVAC certificate from Chattanooga State Community College. He married Kathleen Peck on September 23, 1984 in Ooltewah, TN....
Virginia Harden
Nov 3, 2024
Virginia A. "Ginnie" Harden, 58, of Old Fort, TN passed away on November 3rd, 2024. She was born on June 30, 1966 to the late Taylor M. Gentry and Margaret (Raymond) Floyd.
Virginia was happiest when taking care of people, as she was a devoted wife, loving mother, and precious friend.
She is preceded in death by her brother, William Gentry, and...
Steven Warren
Nov 3, 2024
Steven James Warren, 71, of Niota, Tennessee, passed away on November 3, 2024. He was born in Muscatine, Iowa on November 29, 1952 to William and Evelyn Warren. He served his country in the Air Force. During his working career, he was a Security Coordinator at TVA Watts Bar, Chief of Police and Commissioner for Niota, Tennessee.
Steven had several hobbies...
Alfred Stanco
Nov 2, 2024
Alfred "Al" Stanco, 68, of Georgetown, TN passed away suddenly and went home to be with Jesus on November 2, 2024. Al was born in Newark, New Jersey on March 30, 1956, to Frank and Irene Stanco. As an adolescent he was an A student, an altar boy, a boy scout, and played on his school's football team. Al graduated...
John Ashley
Nov 2, 2024
John Phillips "Phil" Ashley, 80, passed away at his home surrounded by family on November 2, 2024, in Graysville, TN.
Phil was born on April 8, 1944 in Chattanooga, TN, to Sinclair Ashley and Pollye Ashley. He graduated from Tyner High School in Chattanooga in 1962. He went on to attend the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga and the prestigious Ringling College of...
Jackie Howard
Nov 1, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jackie LeBron Howard on November 1, 2024. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. Jackie was an insurance salesman at American General and was a devoted fan of football (Colts), baseball (Cleveland Indians), and basketball (Celtics). He was born on June 11, 1943, in Cleveland, TN.
Jackie will be...
Brenda Anderson
Nov 1, 2024
Mrs. Brenda Sue Anderson, 62, of Cleveland, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 1, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Peggy Stoops.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Ricky Anderson; her children Samantha Anderson and Dustin Anderson; and grandchildren Everlee, Jackson, Dexter, Cain, and Corbin.
Brenda...
Billy Hill
Nov 1, 2024
Billy Ray Hill, 77, of Birchwood, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, November 1st, 2024. He was born on January 31, 1947 to the late Chester and Eula Hill.
Billy was a mechanic by trade, but was truly a "Jack of all Trades." He loved old cars, working on his home, woodworking, fishing, and spending time in nature. As his health declined,...
Nona Bryan
Nov 1, 2024
Nona Sue Hampton Bryan went to be with the Lord on November 1, 2024. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who touched the lives of many.
Nona dedicated much of her life to her work as a seamstress but found great joy in her later years as the cook and cashier at a local market, where...
Richard Allman
Oct 31, 2024
**Obituary for Richard Allman "Richey"**
Richard Allman "Richey," age 73, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Known for his hardworking spirit and generous heart, Richey was a devoted father, friend, and mentor who touched the lives of many. He delighted in simple pleasures-gathering around the fire with loved ones, sharing laughter and stories over a few beers,...
