Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Edwin "Eddie" Dunn
Dec 1, 2018
Edwin “Eddie” Hill Dunn, 76, a longtime resident of Old Fort, TN passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Eddie served his country in the Tennessee National Guard. He was a longtime owner of M and V Carpet, after which he became a truck driver until he was unable to continue working. He was a member and former deacon of...
Rosa Lee Davis
Nov 29, 2018
Rosa Lee Davis, 70, a longtime resident of McMinn County passed away on Thursday morning, November 29, 2018 in a Chattanooga hospital. She was born on Grandview Mountain in Tennessee on November 28, 1948 a daughter of the late Garland & Thelma Reed. Rosa was retired from M & M Mars Company in Cleveland, TN. She enjoyed cooking, hiking with...
Claude Mantooth Sr.
Nov 29, 2018
Claude Mantooth Sr, 83, a lifelong resident of Ball Play, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018 at a local healthcare facility. Claude retired after working his whole life at Conasauga Lumber Co. after which he continued his love for woodworking in his own shop that he had at his home. Claude also loved to fish during his retirement. He was...
"Angie" Angeleete Nichols
Nov 28, 2018
“Angie” Angeleete Elizabeth Nichols, 57-years-old, went to heaven on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 in her beloved hometown of Chattanooga, TN. She had an unwavering faith in God and endless love for her family. Angie was born on October 1, 1961 in Chattanooga, TN to Carolyn Wright and Earl Akin and was the second of six children. Angie loved to sing,...
Blakeleigh Goldman And Olivia Nelms
Nov 28, 2018
Blakeleigh Renee Goldman and Olivia Flynne Nelms, ages five and one and a half. Went home on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Blakeleigh, a very kind and loving five-year-old. She had a smile that could light up the room and was the best big sister. She loved horses, making videos for youtube kids, and loved playing with her friends especially her...
Christopher Thomas Colburn
Nov 28, 2018
Christopher Thomas Colburn, age 41, of Hixson, TN, formerly from Dunlap, TN , passed away November 28, 2018. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon Nance Colburn, his grandmother, Sally Nance, his grandfather Earl Nance, and his uncle Dennis Nance. He is survived by his children, Brayden Thomas Colburn, Abigail Elizabeth Colburn and Owen Christopher Johnston, and their...
John Michael Borst
Nov 28, 2018
John Michael " Mike" Borst, longtime resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Wednesday morning November 28, 2018 surrounded by his family. Mike grew up in Iowa where he went to Iowa State then graduated from the University of Arkansas. Mike loved his Razorbacks and was also a World War II history enthusiast with a passion for tanks. Mike is...
Morgan Riley Goldman
Nov 28, 2018
Morgan Riley Goldman, 18, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Morgan was a fun, outgoing, loving person. She was a Nursing Student at Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Athens, TN. She was of the Baptist Faith and a member of Union McMinn Baptist Church. Morgan loved helping people, she never met a stranger....
Jackie Cooper White
Nov 28, 2018
Jackie Cooper White, 82, a lifelong resident of the Cleveland area peacefully left his earthly home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Jack was a 3 year letterman and star athlete at Bradley Central high school where he was a captain on the football team. Jack was later inducted into the Oldtimers Hall of Fame at Bradley...
James Milton Ford
Nov 27, 2018
James “Jim” Ford, 92, went to meet his Lord November 27, 2018. He left behind to cherish his memory his wife, June, two sons, Art and his wife Carol, and David and his wife Cathleen, grandchildren: Ruth, Mark, Christine, and Rebecca. Services will be at the Chapel of Companion Funeral Home in Cleveland, TN, Tuesday, December 4, 2018 with visitation...
Timothy Ray Laymon
Nov 26, 2018
Timothy Ray Laymon, 58, of Soddy Daisy, TN passed away November 26, 2018 at home after a short, brave struggle with cancer. He was the son of Norma and George Smith and the late Samuel Laymon. He is survived by his daughter; Dana Penney, son; Derek Laymon, step-son; Chad Renfro, brothers; Terry Laymon, Mike Laymon, and, seven grandchildren, and two...
Mary Elizabeth Hampton
Nov 25, 2018
Mary Elizabeth Hampton, 85, passed away from her earthly home into the arms of Jesus Sunday, November 25, 2018 at a local healthcare facility. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, William “Bill” Edward Hampton; parents, Jeffrey Daniel Crane and Annie Bell Crane, as well as six brothers and two sisters. She is survived by...
Billy Eugene Bishop
Nov 25, 2018
Billy Eugene Bishop, 80, passed to his rest November 25, 2018. He loved well and was well loved. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Lee and Lily May Sarah Frances Elms Bishop of Batesville, Arkansas, and his brothers Melvin, Ray, and Jimmy Bishop, all of Arkansas. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Shirley Vance...
Steve R. Breeden
Nov 25, 2018
Steve R Breeden, 71, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Erlanger Hospital. Steve beloved husband, father and grandfather to wife Judy Breeden of 45 years; daughter, Jennifer Tinker and son-in-law Russell Tinker; daughter, Deanna Lane; grandchildren, Timothy Jones and Katlynn Lane. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A private memorial service...
Polly Anne Downs Guinn
Nov 25, 2018
Polly Anne Downs Guinn born on July 21, 1945, passed away peacefully to meet her Savior Jesus Christ after a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis on Sunday, November 25, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Eloise Downs and brother, Richard Downs. She is survived by her sister, Jenifer (Neill) Haggard; nieces Lara Pate and Mahala...
Wanda Jean Hollandsworth
Nov 24, 2018
Wanda Jean Hollandsworth, 57, a resident of Sweetwater, TN passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at UT hospital in Knoxville, TN. Wanda was born on May 27, 1961 in Athens, TN a daughter of the late Matthew & Ader Terry. She was of the Baptist faith. Wanda enjoyed the mountains, going to the river and spending time with her...
Betty Sue Smith
Nov 24, 2018
Betty Sue Smith, 77, a resident of Cleveland, TN passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018 at a local healthcare facility. Betty was for many years as a seamstress and then worked as a waitress for a long time as well. Betty was also a part of the Women’s Auxiliary in Decatur, TN. She loved to have fun, joke with others,...
Edward Thurman "Eddie" Sanders
Nov 24, 2018
Edward Thurman “Eddie” Sanders, 82, of Cleveland, TN passed away on November 24, 2018. He was born on February 26, 1936 to the late Leonard and Pearline Sanders. Eddie has lived in Cleveland for the past 17 years and was a member of Peerless Road Church. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and he enjoyed sports,...
Anna Jean Dearth
Nov 23, 2018
Anna Jean Dearth, 80, of Cleveland, TN passed away on November 23, 2018. She was born on May 15, 1938 to the late Gilbert and Lillian Roberts. Anna moved here in March 1977 after her husband of over 60 years James retired from the Air Force. She was very protective of her family and loved each one of them dearly,...
Johnny William Vail
Nov 23, 2018
Johnny William Vail Jr., 36, of Chattanooga, TN passed away on November 23, 2018. He was born on July 19, 1982 to Johnny William Vail Sr. and Cora Horton Vail. Johnny worked as an auto body technician. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing. He also enjoyed cooking out and the 4th of July. He was dearly loved and will...
