Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Alan Douglas Brown
Jun 15, 2017
Alan Douglas Brown, 46, died unexpectedly on June 15, 2017. He was a graduate of MTSU, and also continued taking courses at the University of Wyoming, UTC, and Chattanooga State. He had a deep interest in history and anthropology. He was especially interested in the Vietnamese War and music. He was a quiet, unassuming, and scholarly person. He cared deeply...
Theda Juanita Simonds
Jun 13, 2017
Theda Juanita “Granny” Simonds, 85, a lifelong resident of the Cleveland area, passed away June 13, 2017. Theda attended New Salem Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, fishing, and cooking for her family and friends. Theda is preceded in death by her father, John Dillard and mother, Lizzie Dillard; brother, Eugene Dillard; sister, Rita Sue Dillard. She leaves behind to...
Joy Womac
Jun 12, 2017
Joy “Tina” Maureen Williams Womac, 47, passed away June 12, 2017 She is preceded in death by her grandparents, James Batton (Dora); parents Claude (Marget) Williams and Janelle Hutcheson, all of Florida. She is survived by her son, Joshua Williams of Cleveland; Husband, Lon Womac Jr.; sisters, Julie Wilkinson, Jody Miller, Claude Williams(we man), all of Florida. She also leaves...
Frances Harris
Jun 11, 2017
Frances Harris, 75, a resident of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday June 11, 2017. She was a member of Candies Creek Baptist Church. Frances was a well-known hairdresser for over 50 years. Many knew that she enjoyed traveling and listening to the Gaithers. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed by all...
Melba Sue Skelton Rice
Jun 9, 2017
Melba Sue Skelton Rice, 80, a resident of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Friday June 9, 2017. She was a member of Bellefounte Baptist Church. Many knew Melba from her waitressing at the Maple Grove Restaurant, as well as her managing of the Walker Valley apartments for over 20 years. Melba was loved by all that knew her, and you...
Deborah Lee Franklin
Jun 9, 2017
Deborah Lee Franklin, 58, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Friday June 9, 2017. Deborah was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. She enjoyed fishing, camping, going to the mountains, and anything else outdoors, but more than anything, she loved her family. She will be dearly missed by all that knew her. She is preceded in death...
Thomas Franklin Mason
Jun 6, 2017
Thomas Franklin “Tommy” Mason, 55, a resident of Cleveland, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. Tommy was born on September 16, 1961 a son of the late Frank Sr. and Lela Mae Mason. Tommy enjoyed watching Tennessee Vols football and New York Yankees baseball with his wife. He had a special love for his dog, Sparky Jr. Tommy is...
Danny Harvey
Jun 5, 2017
Danny Harvey, 80, a resident of McDonald, Tennessee, passed away on Monday June 5, 2017. All that knew him, knew he was an extremely loving husband, father, and grandfather. Danny was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church and an active member of the Etowah Mason Lodge. He enjoyed doing anything outdoors, especially fishing. He will be dearly missed by...
Audrey Juanita Dement
Jun 5, 2017
Audrey Juanita Dement, 88, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 5, 2017. She was born on April 3, 1929 to the late Theodore and Allie Estelle Bankston. Juanita was the cornerstone of her family and lived her life as an example of the love of God. She truly impacted the lives of everyone she met. She was beautiful inside...
Edwina "Eddie" Kolb
Jun 4, 2017
Edwina “Eddie” Kolb, long-time resident of Signal Mountain, passed away Sunday, June 4th surrounded by her family at home. Eddie was born in Maryville, TN, graduated from Walland High School, and, after raising her children, went back to school attending University of Tennessee, Chattanooga and completing her BA in Journalism from Western Kentucky University. She held several public relations and...
Clara May Chapman
Jun 4, 2017
Clara May Chapman 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away Sunday June 4, 2017 at a local healthcare facility. She was born on July 12, 1930 to the late William R. and Kathleen H. McConnell in Cleveland, Ohio where she spent most of her life, retiring as a licensed practical nurse from Fairview General Hospital. Clara has lived in Cleveland, TN...
James Roy Ammons
Jun 4, 2017
James Roy Ammons, 78, of Etowah, TN passed away on Sunday, June 4th, 2017 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 10, 1938 in the Liberty Hill Community of McMinn County. He was the son of the late John L. and Nellie Adams Ammons. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Williams...
Joey Debeer
Jun 3, 2017
Joseph Robert DeBeer, 61, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2017, in his favorite chair on his beloved boat. “Joey” is survived by his best friend and devoted daughter, Tyanna and Candy DeBeer; his siblings, Julie, Amy, and Paul DeBeer and a loving group of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the family’s home, located at...
Thomas "Cannonball" Cannon
Jun 2, 2017
Thomas "Wayne" Cannon known to many as Cannonball passed away Friday, June 2, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, RC Cannon and Lois Craigo Cannon Beaty; step-father, CL Beaty; Brother, Douglas Cannon. He is survived his children Tommy (Melanie) Cannon, Bart (Aleta) Chase, Whitney (James) Carter; grandchildren, Carrera, Jake, Taylar, Thaddeus, Grey, Audriana; great grandchildren,...
Billie Ruth Wilson
Jun 1, 2017
Billie Ruth Wilson, age 82, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 1, 2017. She was a long-time church member of Green Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Charleston, Tennessee. She attended College High School in Cleveland, Tennessee. Billie was the daughter of late Annie Mae and Elmore McClellon of Charleston, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by...
Amaris Keylon
May 31, 2017
Amaris Keylon, 39, a resident of Harrison, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday May 31, 2017. She was attending Maple Grove Baptist Church, in Harrison. She had a great love for life, but more than anything, she loved God and her family, especially her three children. Amaris will be dearly missed by all that knew her. She leaves behind to cherish...
Alise E. Waters
May 30, 2017
Alise E. Waters, 53, of Cleveland TN, gained her wings on May 30, 2017. She was a kind beautiful soul taken from us far too early. She enriched the lives of all who knew her. She was born on March 23, 1964 to Wade and Virgie Crowder. She leaves behind to celebrate her life, son, Ryan Waters; daughter-in-law, Cassie Reeves;...
Donald G. Cooper
May 28, 2017
Donald G. Cooper, 77, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday May 28, 2017. He was of the Baptist faith. Donald was the owner and operator of Don’s Lawn Care for over 30 years. He was previously employed with Coke Cola Bottling where he won several awards for driving his...
Linda K Albury
May 27, 2017
Linda K Albury, 66, Went Home to the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on May 27, 2017 She leaves behind her loving husband, Wayne Albury Sr. Daughter, Dana Sikes of Chattanooga, TN. Son, Wayne Albury Jr. and daughter, Jackie Dewey of Florida. Several grandchildren and her cherished great granddaughter, Violet. Her mother, Willa B Tubbs of Cleveland. Sister,...
Elbert "Buster" Bryant
May 26, 2017
Elbert “Buster” Bryant, 91, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Friday May 26, 2017 at his home. Buster was a veteran of the US Navy and a volunteer firefighter in Cleveland for over 30 years. Many knew him from his businesses that he owned, including Buster Bryant Coal Company, Buster Bryant Glass Company, and Cleveland Ice Company....
