Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Ronald Waddell
Oct 25, 2024
Ronald "Ronnie" Waddell left this earth on Friday, October 25, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his wife Imogene "Jean" Waddell; his parents James and Marlene Waddell; grandparents J.T and Ora Waddell, and Worth and Cordie Boring; his siblings Larry Waddell and Regina Cole, as well as a great nephew Colby Chastain
He leaves behind his siblings, Kathy...
Jacob Bowlin
Oct 25, 2024
Sgt. Jacob Edward Bowlin, Retired US Army, of Cleveland, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 25, 2024 in Murfreesboro, TN. Jacob was born in Clearlake, CA, to George and Melissa Sackrison. Jacob was preceded in death by his father, George Sackrison; his grandparents Edward Coleman Dunnavant and Mary Lou Dunnavant; and his uncle Mark Dunnavant. He...
Glenda Christian Carroll
Oct 24, 2024
Glenda Christian Carroll, 79, passed away peacefully on October 24th, 2024. Born on July 25th, 1945, in Chattanooga, TN, Glenda was the daughter of the late William Leon Christian and Ira Louise Christian.
Glenda lived a full, joyful life, known for her warm spirit and infectious enthusiasm. She never met a stranger, and her kindness and infectious personality touched everyone she...
Alice Hickman
Oct 24, 2024
Alice Stafford Hickman, born October 26, 1924, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, just two days before celebrating her 100th birthday. Alice was a gifted artist known for her beautifully rendered watercolors of rural landscapes, capturing the serene beauty of country life with a grace that touched all who viewed her work.
Alice, a loving mother to two daughters, Donna...
Christopher Kirby
Oct 23, 2024
Christopher Shane Kirby, 45, a lifelong resident of Athens, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 in a Knoxville, TN hospital. He was born on January 14, 1979 in Athens, TN. He worked in construction and enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.
He is preceded in death by his step-father Terry "Toby" Hart and grandparents Albert & Pauline...
Miles McGill
Oct 23, 2024
Miles Atlas McGill, sweet baby boy, returned to his Heavenly Father October 23, 2024. His precious smile lit up everyone's world for the 3 short months he was here.
While his young parents, Jed & Melissa, will always carry Miles in their heart, they know the blessing of their son will forever give them hope and direction.
Miles has also left his...
Christine Ogle
Oct 22, 2024
Margaret "Christine" Ogle, 88, of Georgetown, TN passed away on Oct. 22, 2024. Christine was born January 11, 1936 to the late Wayne Rogers and Nellie Allen Rogers. Christine was raised in the Zion Valley of Benton, TN before moving to Georgetown, TN with her husband Billy. Christine enjoyed her time gardening in her flower beds, as well as spending...
Julia "Julie" Davis Newell
Oct 22, 2024
Heaven has gained a glorious addition to its band of angels. Julia "Julie" Davis Newell left this world on Tuesday October 22nd, 2024 surrounded by her family, whom she loved and cherished.
Julie was a lifelong resident of Northwest Georgia and a proud graduate of Rossville High School. She went on to build a successful career in industrial sales. Her welcoming...
Gail Geraci
Oct 21, 2024
Gail Rose Geraci, age 68, formally from West Orange NJ passed away at home on October 21, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Born on September 20, 1956, in Newark New Jersey, Gail dedicated over 40 years to the nursing profession, specializing in home health and wound care, offering comfort and expert care to her patients in their own homes.
Gail was not...
Joey Moses
Oct 21, 2024
Joey Duane Moses, 52, of Athens, Tennessee has left on October 21, 2024. He was born on June 30, 1972 in Athens to the late Jerry Raymond and Eva Jean (Frye) Moses. Joey was the father of Kali Moses-Hubbs.
He was a truckdriver for Metro.
Joey's one true love was his wife Mary, whose passing years ago left a profound impact on...
Richard Gay
Oct 21, 2024
Richard Gay, 70, passed away on October 21, 2024, in Cleveland, TN.
Richard Gay was born on November 21, 1953 in Gainesville, GA, to James Gay and Vivian Townsend.
Richard was best known for going fishing, playing the guitar and drums, coin and baseball card collecting, avid Tennessee Vols fan, and loving father and grandfather.
Richard is survived by Brandy...
Judy Ledford
Oct 21, 2024
Judy Mae Ledford, 66, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024. She was born on February 4, 1958 in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Otis and Willie Mae Maney. Judy loved to spend as much time as she could with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved serving the Lord and being with her church family. Judy...
Wade Maness
Oct 20, 2024
Donald Wade Maness, 51, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Donald was born on March 24, 1973 in Dalton, Georgia to Donald Troy Maness and Joyce Anne Maness. He enjoyed computer games and traveling the country with his friends.
Donald was preceded in death by his father, Donald Troy Maness; paternal grandparents, Joel and Decie Maness;...
Johnnie Hall
Oct 20, 2024
Johnnie Kate Graves - Hall, 89, a lifelong resident of Bradley County, passed away October, 20,2024. Daughter of John and Martha Graves, born October 23, 1934 in Cleveland, TN. Johnnie Kate Graves-Hall grew up in Bradley County as one of 11 children. She attended Hopewell Elementary and Bradley County High School and earned a degree in business management at Cleveland...
Katherine Boatner
Oct 20, 2024
Katherine (Kat) Kimberly Boatner, 59, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN. She was born on August 16, 1965, in New Orleans, LA, and raised in LaGrange, GA.
Katherine is survived by her son, Chadbourn Boatner; significant other, Harold Mobley; sister, Victoria Hathcox; and granddaughter, Margaret Boatner. She was preceded in death by her parents, Claudette and Milton...
Eddie Hampton
Oct 20, 2024
Eddie Hampton, 65, of Cleveland, TN passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family in his final moments on Sunday October 20th, 2024.
He was a man of immense humor and wisdom. He enjoyed family get togethers, riding around, listening to his favorite artist, camping, and wrestling. But most of all he cherished every moment of...
Ann Owen
Oct 19, 2024
Ann Elizabeth (Liz) Owen, 90, passed away October 19. 2024. Daughter of William and Mae Belle Wooden, who preceded her in death, Liz was born May 18, 1934, in Cleveland, TN.
Liz and her husband, Charlie Owen, were well known in Cleveland. They were managers of 58 Boat Dock and B&B Marina and owners Charlies Shoppie on Keith Street. A graduate...
Ronnie Prater
Oct 19, 2024
Ronnie Houston Prater, 75, went to be with his heavenly father on October 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 18, 1949 to Reed and Jennie Lou Lawson Prater. Ronnie was a huge fan of the Tennessee vols and he enjoyed bowling for many years with dear friends and family. Most of all he loved...
David Carter
Oct 18, 2024
David Leon Carter passed away in his home in Cleveland, Tennessee on October 18, 2024. He was the beloved husband to Nadia (Aziz) Carter and the devoted father to his daughters, Melinda Ann Carter and Julie May Carter. David was born in Polk County, Tennessee to the late Levi and Ruth (Pullen) Carter and was the brother to the late...
William Boyd
Oct 18, 2024
William Charles Boyd, 77, of Athens, passed away on October 18, 2024. He was born on October 15, 1947 in Dalton, Georgia to the late Lock and Ella Mae Boyd. William proudly served his country in the United States Army where he fought in Vietnam from 1967 to 1968. He was a truck driver for many years and absolutely loved...
