Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Sandra Carden

Sep 5, 2024

Sandra Gayle Carden, 77, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, September 5th, 2024. Sandra was born on June 2nd, 1947 to the late Winford and Moneta Ensley.

Sandra enjoyed reading, shopping, and spending time with her beloved dog, Tinkerbell.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, George David Carden; her...

Christopher Keller

Sep 5, 2024

Christopher Dale Keller, 51 years of age, a resident of Cleveland, TN

It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of our beloved Chris. He entered into his heavenly home in the early morning hours of September 5th, which ironically is the same day he entered this world in 1973.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory: mother Cathy (Randy)...

Johnathan Rayfield

Sep 5, 2024

Johnathan Lee Rayfield, 31, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN went to his Heavenly home on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Guillain Barre. He was born on February 19, 1993. He loved fishing, playing sports, riding motorcycles and being outdoors. Johnathan had a giving spirit and a big heart...

Lisa Hyder

Sep 5, 2024

Lisa Bilbrey Hyder, 63 passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, after a three year battle with colon cancer. Her life will be celebrated at the Companion Funeral Home in Chattanooga TN with visitation to begin at 1:00 PM followed by services at 2:00 PM. She was born in Cookeville, TN, March 20, 1961. She was the 6th grade Putnam...

Christa Ford

Sep 4, 2024

Christa Shianne Ford, 25, passed away on September 4, 2024, in Athens, TN.

Christa "Shi" is survived by Julia McDowell - mother, of Chattanooga and step mother Kristie McDowell ..Her babygirl the light of her life Clara Jean Ford, brother Adamm Jerome Ford (Alexus Bishop), sisters Savannah Cothran,Siearriah Colyer, her (Bubba) Jaylen Ford, nephew Zantheous Ford and many family and friends....

Larry Curry

Sep 4, 2024

Larry Thomas Curry, age 72, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home with his loved ones by his side on Wednesday, September 4th, 2024. Those who knew him will remember him as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law, brother and uncle who loved his family more than anything.

He was born on March 18th, 1952, in Rome, New York to...

William Ingram

Sep 4, 2024

William Eugene Ingram II, 54, passed away on September 4, 2024.

Bill enjoyed anything outdoors: camping, hiking, caving etc. He loved working with his hands and was a craftsman, making things out of wood and metal.

Bill is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ingram; maternal grandmother, Avery Whittemore.

Survivors include his daughters, Candace...

Larry Clayton

Sep 4, 2024

Larry Paul Clayton, 70, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Larry was born on July 16, 1954 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late James "Bud" and Naomi "Bessie" Clayton. He attended Philippi Baptist Church. Larry was also a member of the Cleveland Bassmasters Club and the Bradley County bass club. He enjoyed fishing, racing and spending...

Jimmy Kubba

Sep 3, 2024

Mustafa Jamil Kubba, 88, of Birchwood, passed away on September 3 at his daughter's home with her and her partner of 26 years, Daniel Newby.

Jimmy was born December 13, 1935 in Baghdad, Iraq to the late Jamil Salem Kubba and Maayne Abul-Timman Kubba.

As an adult, Jimmy immigrated to the United States where he received a Bachelors degree from Tennessee Wesleyan...

Gaynelle Turner

Sep 3, 2024

Nancy Gaynelle Turner, 81, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Gaynelle was born on May 17, 1943 in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Kay Parker and Mildred Neeley. She was a loving mother to her three sons. In her spare time, she enjoyed decorating, cutting hair, and arranging flowers. Gaynelle loved her cousins and spending time...

Michael Myers

Sep 3, 2024

Michael E. Myers, 63, passed away on September 3, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Michael was born on February 23, 1961, in Watervliet, MI to Richard and Donna Myers.

Michael graduated from Collegedale Academy in 1979. He began his career at McKee Foods, became a Research & Development Tech, and worked there for 40+ years.

Michael married Deanne Kuebler in Cohutta, Ga in 1983....

Luther Bullins

Sep 3, 2024

Luther Willis Bullins, 81, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Willis was born on July 30, 1943, in Polk County to the late Albert and Noonie Bullins. He was a graduate of Polk County High School. After graduating he served his country in the U.S. National Guard. Willis retired from a career of over 30 years...

Gerald Ruckgaber

Sep 2, 2024

On a sunny Monday morning, September 2nd, 2024, Gerald (Gary) E. Ruckgaber was peacefully reunited with his wife, Dragica (The Drags or Dee, as he so affectionately referred to her).

Gary was born on July 14, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio to Elmer and Bernadette (Hulec) Ruckgaber and was a long-time resident of Cleveland, Ohio.

Gary dedicated his life in service to his...

David Thomas

Sep 2, 2024

David Edward Thomas, age 72, of Knoxville passed away at Fort Sanders hospital on Monday, September 2, 2024.

He was a Veteran, loved working on cars, going fishing, and camping. He was born April 1, 1952.

Preceded in death by mother, Lassie Thomas; father, Marion Thomas; sister, Reba Thomas; brother, Kenny Thomas; and son, William (Billy) Thomas.

David...

Michael White

Sep 2, 2024

Michael White, 60, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024.

Michael is survived by his devoted wife, Sonya White of Fort Oglethorpe; his loving children, Holly White, Kandice Hood, Tim and Heather Shrum, and Nicholas Cloud. He was a proud grandfather to Draven Chapman, Michael Rowlett, Elijah Hood, Bradley White, Brandon Jones, and Hannah Hood. Michael also cherished...

Avery Phillips

Sep 1, 2024

Avery Grace Phillips

We may have only held you in our arms for moments but we will hold you in our hearts forever.

Born: September 1, 2024

Died: September 1, 2024

Survived by her loving mother: Kassie and Father :Chase.

Grandparents, Great grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, cousins,extended family members and friends all grieve her loss.

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Samantha Rodriguez

Sep 1, 2024

Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el fallecimiento de Samantha "Samy" Rodríguez, una vibrante madre de 20 años, que nos dejó demasiado pronto el 1 de septiembre de 2024. Samy era una hija amorosa, una madre devota y una amiga querida. cuya calidez y amabilidad tocaron los corazones de todos los que conoció.

Nacida el 10 de julio de 2004, Samy...

Ralph Hicks

Aug 31, 2024

Ralph Earl Hicks, 87, of Cleveland, TN passed away on August 31, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1937 to the late Leland and Nora Carney Hicks. Ralph was an avid competition Turkey Shooter. He participated in numerous turkey shoots all over the southeastern United States.

In addition to his mother and father, he is preceded in death by his...

Robert Morris

Aug 30, 2024

Robert Michael Morris age 64, passed away peacefully on August 30th,2024 surrounded by his family at UT Medical Center.

Bob was born in Detroit, Mi on April 7th, 1960, to parents Robert and Marlene Morris. Bob graduated from Belleville high school in 1978.

He married the love of his life who survives him Karen Pagel on April...

Barbara Sisk

Aug 30, 2024

Barbara Janet Sisk, a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday evening, August 30, 2024, at the age of 76.

Barbara was born on February 12, 1948, in Crockett, Texas, to Theo and Irene Graham. She graduated from Crockett High School in 1966, where during her...