Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Albert Muller
Apr 9, 2025
Albert E Muller has now joined his beloved Wife Rosalia Muller in Heaven. Al & Rose will be celebrating together next month their 63rd Wedding Anniversary on May 5th.
They shared a life filled with Love as reflected by the priceless memories and incredible family they built together of 6 Children, 11 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren.
Mom and Dad missed out...
Pamela Cardin
Apr 9, 2025
Pamela Joy Cardin, 71, of Old Fort, TN passed away on April 9, 2025. She was born on December 22, 1953 to the late Wendell and Joyce Jordan. Pamela was a writer, songwriter, and gifted pianist at many churches here locally.
In addition to her mother and father, she is preceded in death by her sister: Karen Jordan...
Vivian Longwith Johnson
Apr 9, 2025
Vivian Longwith Johnson, 75, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Vivian was born on March 3, 1950 in Chatsworth, Georgia to the late Walter K. and Helen Crumley Jones.
After serving as the Office Manager at the Cleveland County Club, Vivian had an accomplished career in the restaurant industry. She was the opening manager at the Bald...
Donna Palmiter
Apr 8, 2025
Donna Maria Palmiter, 81, of Apison went into rest on Tuesday, April 08,2025,
surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Rockledge, FL on July 5, 1943, the
daughter of the late Hugh Greek and Florrie (Swinson) Greek.
Donna was a native of Cocoa, FL, she lived in Apison since 1973 and was a devoted
wife, mother, and grandmother....
James Satherlie
Apr 8, 2025
James Brent "Bud" Satherlie, age 32, born and raised in Athens, TN, went to his heavenly home on April 8th, 2025. He was of Christian faith and a member of Mt. Harmony Baptist church in Riceville, TN. Bud loved the Tennessee Vols and you rarely seen him not wearing his Volunteer clothes. He had a love for Dr. Pepper and...
Henrietta McConnell
Apr 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Henrietta Morrow McConnell,78, of Cleveland, TN who went to be with the Lord on April 8th, 2025.
Born on December 25th, 1946 in Ocoee, Tennessee, Henrietta was the daughter of Henry and Jessie Trentham. She lived a life devoted to faith, love, and service to God. Her unwavering faith brought...
Alara Nikole Sand
Apr 7, 2025
Alara Nikole Sand, the cherished firstborn daughter of Alexis Womble and Aaron Sand, was gently carried into heaven after bringing a brief but beautiful light into the world. Though her time here was short, the joy and love she brought to her family was profound and everlasting.
Alara was more than a precious baby girl-she was a blessing, a symbol of...
Lorraine Waller
Apr 7, 2025
Lorraine Waller, age 76, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, after a very lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 24, 1948, in Rahway, New Jersey. As a mother of 2 and grandmother of 5, Lorraine's family was her pride and joy. She always said her children's birth changed her life for the better and...
Alvin Watson
Apr 7, 2025
Alvin Clinton "Pete" Watson, 64, passed away on April 7, 2025. He was a lifetime resident of McMinn County.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Katherine Watson; and sister, Nancy Sneed.
He is survived by his children, Caleb Watson (Whitney), Katherine Watson, Constance Wayne (Kevin) and Mitchell Graham; brothers, Ray Watson (Debbie), Bill Watson, Doug Watson (Dana) and...
Carol Templeton
Apr 7, 2025
Carol Templeton was born on October 22, 1933 to William (Bill) Fetters and Rita Irene Fetters and went to be with our wonderful Lord on April 7, 2025. She married Guy Russell Templeton on December 30, 1951. They enjoyed 73 wonderful years together.
They have three children: Terry Duane, Kevin Mark, and Stanley Gale. Terry Duane was born on December 9,...
Joyce Whorley
Apr 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Barbara Joyce Whorley
Barbara Joyce Whorley - known to all who loved her simply as Joyce - was called home to Jesus on April 6, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on September 1, 1946, in Athens, Tennessee, Joyce's life was filled with family, friendship, hard work, laughter, and an unshakable spirit.
A proud graduate of Meigs...
Lanny Graham
Apr 6, 2025
Lanny C Graham, 77, of Cleveland TN passed away peacefully April 6th, 2025.
Lanny was an avid fisherman, with his most favorite times being spent on the river. He was a devoted husband, an adored dad, and a very special Papaw, brother and uncle. When he wasn't on the river fishing, he enjoyed spending his time at Fishtales Fishing Supply Store...
Kenneth Land
Apr 6, 2025
Kenneth Lee Land, 90, passed away on April 6, 2025. Kenneth was born to the late Ina Land on May 3, 1934 in Apison, Tennessee.
Kenneth loved to feed wild animals and birds while sitting on his front porch. He also enjoyed deer hunting, and working puzzle books.
In addition to his mother, Kenneth is preceded in death...
Jean Milham
Apr 6, 2025
Jean Milham, 78, of Soddy Daisy, TN, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025.
A gentle and kind hearted woman, Jean lived a life full of love and quiet strength. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 42 years, David Milham; her parents, Doyle and Ruth Deerwester; and her sister, Laura Deerwester.
She leaves behind her daughters, Julie Milham...
Sheila Hudson
Apr 6, 2025
Sheila Elaine Lovern Hudson, 70, of Cleveland, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 6, 2025. She was born in Rome, GA on November 28, 1954 to the late Horace and Helen Lovern. Sheila enjoyed traveling, reading, singing, and was an active member of Unity Church of God, where she was a Sunday School teacher for...
Jerry Shackelford
Apr 6, 2025
Jerry Ann Whitaker Shackelford, 79 of Decatur, passed away peacefully Sunday April 6th at her home.
Born and raised in Calhoun, TN, she was the youngest daughter to the late Carter and Marie Whitaker of Calhoun and wife to Kenny Shackelford of 61 years.
Preceded in death by sisters, Bobbye Curtis and Patsy McCall.
She leaves behind her husband, Kenny; sister, Elizabeth "Libby"...
Charlotte Kesley
Apr 6, 2025
Charlotte Boring Kesley, 89, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025.
She was born in a tent on November 25, 1935, in Lone Mountain, Tennessee, to Mark and Dora Boone Boring. Charlotte spent most of her childhood in Happy Valley, Tennessee, and in 1953, her family settled in Ooltewah, where she graduated from Ooltewah High School.
On March 1,...
Franklin Dolence
Apr 6, 2025
Frank Dolence, 63, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Frank was born on January 26, 1962 in Waukegan, Illinois, to Raymond Joseph Dolence and Rebecca Jaastad Dolence. Frank was an auto mechanic and loved working with his hands. He always had an interest in anything that involved science or math. In his spare time, he enjoyed...
Dotty Charters
Apr 5, 2025
Dotty Fay Charters, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and treasured friend, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, just one day before her 86th birthday.
Dotty's life was filled with warmth, compassion, and an enduring love for her family and for the Lord. Her deep faith was a guiding light throughout her life, evident in the way she loved,...
Leroy Cooley
Apr 5, 2025
Leroy Edward Cooley, age 81, of Cleveland, TN, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. Born on March 24, 1944, Leroy was a member of South Cleveland Church of God and lived a life of dedication, marked by his unwavering commitment to his country and his family.
Leroy dedicated 28 years of his life to serving his country in the United...
