Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Frances Yvonne Mccormack Wimpee Cannon
Jul 17, 2016
Frances Yvonne McCormack Wimpee Cannon, born December 25, 1937 in Selmer, Tennessee to the late Thomas and Louise McCormack. She co-owned and operated Wimpee’s Restaurant in Calhoun Tennessee, then after obtaining a teacher’s degree from Cleveland State Community College and Lee College, she taught at Head Start in Charleston Tennessee, later became the Director of T.O.P.S., Inc Migrant Head Start...
Winston Allan "Bud" Holcomb
Jul 17, 2016
Winston Allan “Bud” Holcomb, 83, of Cleveland passed away on July 17, 2016. Bud was born in Hamilton County on September 12, 1932. He served in the United States Air Force before starting a career in the aerospace industry; including the Apollo moon program in central Florida. He later worked with Gillman paper and ITT Rayonier on Amelia Island before...
Bill Benjamin Mctaggart
Jul 16, 2016
Bill Benjamin McTaggart, 72, of Benton, TN passed away on Saturday July 16, 2016. Ben was a U.S. Army Viet Nam Veteran, where he served as a truck driver providing supplies, ammunition, and other items that were needed for all the operations and maintenance of a fighting unit. He was a truck driver before his stint in Viet Nam. When...
Christopher Brewer
Jul 16, 2016
Christopher “Chris” Dale Brewer, left us all Saturday, July 16, 2016. Chris was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his pet Mongo; girlfriend, Avis Pleasant; his previous wife, Heather Ingram; and many longtime Friends who became his Family creating a lifetime of Memories. Chris was an avid outdoorsman, purveyor of wit and humor, and fond supporter...
Billy Joe Rollins Sr.
Jul 15, 2016
Billy Joe Rollins, Sr., 73, a resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Friday morning, July 15th, 2016. Billy was known for being a devout Christian and always enjoyed going to church. Along with church, he enjoyed old cars and spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Pauline Rollins; daughter, Jodi Liner;...
Mazine Frances Decker
Jul 15, 2016
On July 15, 2016 Mazine Frances (Bell) Decker was welcomed into the loving arms of her Savior and Friend. He was kind enough to lend her to us for 84 years. That time was well spent in His service as she ministered to those around her even until the very end. Family and church were her life. She was born...
Viola J. Miller
Jul 14, 2016
Viola J. Miller, 94, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 14, 2016 into the hands of her heavenly father. She was born on April 29, 1922 to the late Dallas Decatur Jones and Josephine Lee Jones. She was a very godly woman and loved Christian music. Viola will always be remembered as a very caring, energetic,...
Patricia "Pat" Latshaw
Jul 12, 2016
Patricia “Pat” Latshaw, 72, a resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away on July 12th, 2016. Pat was known for her helping heart and throughout her time as a CNA, she was able to fully express her giving heart by caring for her patients and left an impression on every person she met. She served many and was loved by all....
Clifford Locke
Jul 12, 2016
Clifford Locke, 74, a lifelong resident of Benton, TN, passed away on Tuesday morning, July 12th, 2016. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents James Orville “Red” Locke and Amanda Ellen Blackwell Locke. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his four children, Dan Locke, Julie Fairfield (Rodney), Anthony Locke,...
Shondra Suzette Hickman
Jul 12, 2016
Shondra Suzette Hickman, 45, a resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away on July 12th, 2016 at her home. Shondra had a very kind and loving heart and will be dearly missed by all that knew her. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Hubert and Edna Hickman, Willie and Barbara Elder, and her uncle, Wallace Hickman. She leaves behind...
Carl Emerson Bearfield
Jul 11, 2016
Carl Emerson Bearfield, 84, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 11, 2016. He was born on June 17, 1931 to the late William Bearfield and Bertha Verner. Carl was a lifelong resident of this area and of the Christian faith. He was a Veteran of the US Army, serving in the Korean War with the 278 infantry. He loved...
Patricia Ann Abraham Logan
Jul 11, 2016
Patricia Ann Abraham Logan, passed on July 11, 2016. Memorial is Sunday, September 11, at 3:00, in the Lee University Campus Chapel; visitation at 1:30. Born in Wallins Creek, KY to Lilly Howard and John Abraham on October 26, 1935, Patricia married Donald R. Logan on June 5, 1955, having met at the Pentecostal Bible College in St. Louis, MO....
Virgil Allen Clark
Jul 10, 2016
Virgil Allen Clark, 75, a resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away on July 11th, 2016 at his home. He was a Washington D.C. police officer for 23 years. He also was very involved as a Church of God Minister. Virgil had a great love for working on motorcycles and making jewelry. He will be greatly missed by all that knew...
Ronald Joseph Gatto
Jul 9, 2016
Ronald Joseph Gatto was born in Winstead, CT, on April 30, 1936. He passed from this life July 9, 2016, at his home in Dayton, TN, with his family at his side.The son of Mary Graniello, Long Island, NY, and Joseph Gatto, Connecticut, he was also the proud father of Dawn Marie Gatto Brooks, Denise Gail Gatto Trissel (Paul), Ronald...
Felix D. Ross
Jul 9, 2016
Felix D. Ross, 50, longtime resident of Birchwood, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, July 9th, 2016 at his home. He was born in Pensacola, FL on March 4th, 1966 a son of the late Wynell Spoon Ross. Felix was currently working as a local truck driver. He spent many years as a welder. Felix was an honorably discharged veteran of...
Earl J. Burger
Jul 6, 2016
Earl J. Burger, 78, a resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Wednesday night, July 6th, 2016 at his home. He was born on October 14th, 1937 in Delano, TN a son of the late Earl & Mary Burger. He was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army after faithfully serving his country. Earl was a graduate of...
Gary Wendell Horn
Jul 5, 2016
Gary Wendell Horn, 62, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 5, 2016. He was born on February 21, 1954 to the late William Doyle Horn and Rosa Lee Horn. Gary was born in Cleveland and has resided here for most of his life. He was an avid Tennessee Vols fan and enjoyed racing and fishing. He also loved animals...
Thomas "Tommy" E. Dixon
Jul 5, 2016
Thomas “Tommy” E. Dixon, 69, a resident of McDonald, Tennessee, passed away on July 5th, 2016. He was a proud veteran who could always be seen wearing his Army hat around town, displaying his patriotism. Tommy was known by his family and friends for being a prankster. He was a diligent hard worker and would never ask anyone to do...
Lee Gray Bolles
Jul 5, 2016
Lee Gray Bolles, 65, of Ooltewah, TN passed away on July 5, 2016. He was born on March 23, 1951 to Raymond and Dorothy Bolles. Lee has been a lifelong resident of this area and retired from Bolles Leasing, where he worked as a general manager. He enjoyed hunting, NASCAR, and riding motorcycles. He is preceded in death by his...
Rodney Lamar Wilson
Jul 5, 2016
Rodney Lamar Wilson, 51, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 5, 2016. He was born on December 17, 1964 to Clarence and Evelyn Wilson. Rodney was a lifelong resident of this area and loved hunting, fishing, and gardening. He also faithfully attended Hopewell Baptist Church. He worked with his dad as a plumber and also spent time working at...
