Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Norman Evans

Oct 1, 2024

Norman Jackson Evans Jr., known to all his family as Sonny passed away on October 1, 2024. He was born on August 4,1973. He was a hard worker until his health took a turn. He traveled the world installing computer systems in all the new Papa John locations. He worked in sales most of his life.

He enjoyed computers and electronics,...

Thomas Cunningham

Oct 1, 2024

Thomas Edward "Tony" Cunningham, 65, of Cleveland, Tn answered his call home to be with his beloved Creator on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband to Cassandra (Sandy) Cunningham, for 46 years. They shared all of life's treasures together including their children and grandchildren, who were the apple of his eye and made...

Carl Cate

Oct 1, 2024

Carl Henry Cate, 78, of Cleveland, TN passed away on October 1, 2024. He was born in Hamilton County, but has lived in Bradley County for the majority of his life. He is the son of the late Ralph and Beatrice Redd Cate.

His greatest joy in life was spending time with his "Little Buddy" Reba. When he...

David McCrary

Oct 1, 2024

David Wayne McCrary was born on August 16, 1960 and passed away on October 1, 2024 at the age of 64.

He is preceded in death by his Father Jesse Dean McCrary, Mother Sandra Ann McCrary and Sister Diana Kay Bickford (McCrary).

He is survived by his Brother Michael McCrary, Sister-in-Law Irene McCrary, Sister Nancy Ann Wellman, Brother-in-Law William Wellman, and younger...

Carlos Liner

Oct 1, 2024

Carlos Eugene Liner, 84, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at his residence on October 1, 2024. He was a devout Christian and loved the Lord profoundly.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Oliver and Loma Liner; wife of 54 years, Mary Sue Liner; sisters and many brothers.

He is survived by his daughters, Carla...

Danny Watkins

Sep 30, 2024

Danny Wayne Watkins, 65, of Bradley County, passed away at his home peacefully into the arms of Jesus with his loving wife and sole caregiver by his side on September 30, 2024.

Danny was a truckdriver for 40+ years and was previously employed at Transwood Inc. for 11 years until a decline in his health in March of 2023.

He...

Virginia Hodgson

Sep 30, 2024

With a deep sense of sorrow and loss our family announces the passing of our sister, mother, grandma and great grandma Virginia Russell Hodgson. She went to be with the Lord and reunited with her husband of 55 years, James Neil Hodgson on Monday September 30, 2024.

Virginia was born to Arthur Blake Russell and Lula Felicia Denton Russell on April...

Reba Climer

Sep 29, 2024

Reba Jean Climer, 83, of Cleveland, TN passed away on September 29, 2024. She enjoyed cooking, reading, and spending time with her family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Climer; son Kevin Climer.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her son Mike Climer.

A graveside service will be held at 2pm on Saturday November 23rd at Lebanon Baptist Church...

John Walker

Sep 29, 2024

John Melvin Walker, 61, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024. John was born on November 2, 1962, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Daisy Walker. He enjoyed cars and mowing his yard. John was also a proud owner of J&S Auto Brokers. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He leaves behind to...

Bryan Yarber

Sep 29, 2024

Bryan Eric Yarber, 52, of Cleveland, Tennessee, a loving father and devoted Bible reader, passed away on September 29th, 2024. Fond of fishing, playing pool, and spending time with his grandchildren - whom he cherished above all else - Bryan will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Born in Cleveland, Bryan was a longstanding member of Mt. Carmel...

Don Yearwood

Sep 29, 2024

Don Hugh Yearwood, 76, passed away on September 29, 2024.

He was preceded in death by parents, James Richard and Viola Ruth Bruce Yearwood; son, Gregory Yearwood; brother, Junior, Boyd, George, Robert, Ralph and Kenneth Yearwood; sisters, Ida Sue Yearwood and Liz Moses.

Survivors include his sons, Jeffery (Janice) Yearwood and Heath (Amber) Yearwood; brother, Bill (Kim) Yearwood; sisters, Shirley...

Brenda Stokes

Sep 29, 2024

Brenda Fay Stokes, 73, of Birchwood, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Brenda was born on October 22, 1950, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Arnold and Dorothy Sims. In her spare time Brenda enjoyed listening to gospel music, going to church, crocheting, visiting family and friends, and spending time with her wonderful husband. Along with her parents...

Jerry Cooper

Sep 28, 2024

Jerry W. Cooper, 66, passed away quietly at his home in Cleveland, Tennessee on September 28, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray, Sr Margaret Rose, and brother Ray Cooper Jr.

Remaining to cherish Jerry's memory are his Wife, Linda; son, Jerry (Gisel) Cooper; Stepson James (Megan) Cannon; brother, Tim (Ruth) Durista; sisters, Michelle White, and Pat Verbjar. Also,...

Barbara Brownfield

Sep 27, 2024

Barbara Brownfield passed away on Friday September 27th following a very short illness. She was born on October 11th, 1945, in Shelbyville Tennessee. She attended Shelbyville High School where she met the love of her life Jack Brownfield, they were married 52 years before Jacks death in 2015. After living in California for several years they moved to Cleveland TN...

William Bagby

Sep 26, 2024

William Leon "Papa" Bagby, 90, of Apison, TN passed on September 26, 2024, preceded in death by his wife, Freda, parents Charles and Annie Bagby, brother Charles Bagby and sisters Betty Wilhoit and Bernice Bryant.

Leon was born on November 13, 1933, in Cohutta, GA at the current site of the eternal flame at Red Clay State Park....

Blake Buckner

Sep 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen "Blake" Buckner, affectionately known as Blakeman, on September 26, 2024 at the age of 35.

Blake was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on April 7, 1989 into a body that would have great limitations, and we rejoice knowing that he is now free of his earthly body and getting to...

Gina Nichols

Sep 25, 2024

Gina Maria Nichols passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 after a long illness.

She was born September 8, 1972 in Houston, TX and lived most of her life in Cleveland, TN.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Ann King Waters, and her grandparents Earl and Alva King.

She is survived by two daughters Cassandra Reynolds...

Shirley Milen

Sep 25, 2024

Shirley Jean Hughes Milen, 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Shirley was born in Dayton, Tennessee on January 19, 1946 to Clara Ferry and Paul Hughes as the oldest of 10 kids. She lived most of her life in Rhea County and was living in Cleveland when she passed from a short illness.

Shirley was a...

James Hall, Jr.

Sep 25, 2024

James "Jim" E. Hall, Jr., affectionately known as Pops, age 89 of Cleveland, TN went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born on May 1, 1935 in Jellico, Tennessee. He was lovingly raised by his mother, Lois Marie Hall; and his grandmother, Ada Marie Stansberry,...

Sandra Pursley

Sep 25, 2024

Sandra Pursley, 77, of Ooltewah, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Sandra was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Among her other interests, she enjoyed cooking and growing flowers.

Sandra was a faithful member of Mercy Baptist Church of Ooltewah, serving as church secretary for many years. Sandra was a godly example to...