Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Gail Galyon
Jul 11, 2024
Janet Gail Galyon, 72, went to be with the Lord on July 11, 2024.
Gail attended Pope Avenue Church in Athens, TN. Above anything else, she enjoyed spending time with her grandson, Hunter Cochran.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Jack and Helen Cook; husband, Allen Galyon; sister, Marilyn West; and two brothers, Ricky and Danny Cook.
Survivors include...
Barbara Webb
Jul 11, 2024
Barbara Chapman Webb, 93, of Dayton, TN passed away on July 11, 2024. She was born on August 10, 1930 to the late Grady and LuraLee Chapman. She was a VFW Ladies Auxilary Lifetime Member. Worked most recently as the Assistant Director of the Senior Activity Center, where she worked off and on for 20 years. Burdette Baptist Church. She...
Frank Skiles
Jul 10, 2024
Frank W. Skiles Jr., 71, passed away on July 10, 2024, in Soddy Daisy, TN.
Frank is survived by his two sons, Ty (Tammie) Skiles of Soddy Daisy and Jake (Jessica) Skiles of Sale Creek. He was a proud grandfather to five grandchildren: Chloe, Hannah, Skyla, JD, and Allie Skiles. Frank is also survived by his brother, Barney (Sherry) Skiles of...
Daniel Alan Peak
Jul 10, 2024
Daniel Alan Peak 41, passed away July 10, 2024. He was raised in Ducktown TN. Daniel was loved by many. He is survived by his mother, Tammy Cribbs, of Ellijay, GA ; sister Samantha Deal, of Blueridge, Ga; his oldest daughter, Tatum Kile, of Ducktown TN; grandsons, Jace and Carson; daughter, Lanie Peak; son, Ivan Peak of Turtletown, TN. Daniel...
Edward Lay
Jul 10, 2024
Edward Franklin Lay, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. He was 88 years old.
Ed was born on January 29, 1936 in Dayton, Tennessee but later moved to Cleveland where he attended Arnold Memorial School and was a graduate of The McCallie School in 1954. He continued his...
Jane Fowler
Jul 10, 2024
Ethel Jane Fowler, 74, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 10, 2024. She was born on January 1, 1950 to the late Robert and Bertha Lewis.
She enjoyed reading James Patterson novels and her Bible every night.
In addition to her mother and father, she is preceded in death by her son Teddy Waddell.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her...
Clarence Price
Jul 9, 2024
Clarence Alex "Reb" Price, 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 9, 2024. He was born on December 14, 1937.
Preceded by parents: Jewell and Robert Price; sister Lillian Juda; brother Randal Price; wife Jeanne Price; son Dennis Price.
Reb had a great sense of humor and was a terrific storyteller. He also collected sports cars and loved trading them throughout...
Misty Gray
Jul 9, 2024
Misty Dawn Gray, 47, passed away at Rhea Medical Center on July 9, 2024.
A beloved daughter, niece, sister, mother, and friend.
She is preceded in death by grandparents, Bill and Daisy Walters and James Sims; aunts, Sue Welborn; uncles, Dan Sumrall, James Sumrall, Mike Sims; beloved cousin, Renee Gandy; and step brother, Keith Robinson.
Survivors include her husband, James Gray; son, JT...
Joan Copfer
Jul 9, 2024
Joan Ellen Copfer, 86, of Cleveland sadly left us on July 9th 2024, due to complications from a major stroke. She leaves behind her loving husband of 43 years, Douglas Copfer.
Born March 26th, 1938, in Bradley County, to her parents Arnold and Fannie Murphy. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker.
She is survived...
Robbie Jones
Jul 9, 2024
Robbie Dean Jones passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024 surrounded by her family.
Born July 12, 1941 in Cleveland, TN. She was the daughter of Henry and Bertha (Moreland) Poole. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband of sixty-three years, Bobby Eugene Jones, son, Tim Jones, sister, Lawanda Ingram, and infant great-grandson Eli Jones.
She is survived by her children...
Judy Beasley
Jul 9, 2024
Judy Spencer Beasley died peacefully in her home on July 9th, 2024, in Cleveland, TN at the age of 79. Judy was born on July 6th, 1945 in Cleveland, Tennessee to R.W. and Gladys Spencer.
She was one of 8 children. Judy married Lloyd in 1965. Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She loved being a...
Xavier Koons
Jul 8, 2024
Xavier Ezekiel Koons, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2024. At just 19 years old, he leaves behind his adoptive parents, Daniel and Holly Koons, along with his siblings Yasmine, Emma, Jaylin, Selah, and Isaiah. Xavier also leaves behind many grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Xavier was born on December 10, 2004 in Grand Rapids. At...
Anna Goodwin
Jul 8, 2024
Anna Jane Goodwin, July 14, 1935 - July 8, 2024. With heavy hearts, we gather to remember the life of Anna Jane Goodwin, a cherished member of the Cleveland community, known for her love of bowling and devotion to her work family at JH Kellman Co., where she served as personnel director until retirement. She was also known for her...
Daniel Harrod
Jul 8, 2024
Daniel Harrod, 64, of Madisonville, TN passed away at his residence on July 8, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Fannie Harrod; daughter, Jennifer Rose Harrod; brothers, Jessie Harrod, Will Harrod, Calvin Harrod, George Harrod, and Roscoe Harrod; sisters, Francis Morgan, Phyllis Sledge and Sue Reagan.
Survivors include his daughter and son in-law, Ann and Austin Felty;...
Jay McClary
Jul 7, 2024
Jacob Lake McClary IV (Jay) was a lifelong resident of Cleveland. Born in Cleveland, he passed away at Erlanger Hospital after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 54.
Jay was preceded in death by sister, Alena Suzanne McClary of Knoxville and uncle, Attorney Ed Baugh of Cleveland.
He is survived by his parents, Jacob McClary, III and Susan...
Dennis Cross
Jul 7, 2024
Dennis Conway Cross, 73, of Cleveland, TN passed away on July 7, 2024. He was born on June 29, 1951 to the late Winfred and Peggy Cross.
He is preceded in death by his parents Winfred and Peggy Cross, sister Diane King, and son Douglas Cross.
He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Sherry Cross; children: Phillip (Shelly) Cross,...
Janice Rae Hyer
Jul 6, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Janice Rae Hyer, who passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2024, after a brief illness. Jan's enduring spirit and love for her family will always be cherished.
She is survived by her loving children, Timothy Emery and Stacy Land from Conroe, TX. Jan's life was enriched by...
Christina Donlon
Jul 6, 2024
Christina Marie Donlon, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2024, at the age of 71. Born in New York, NY, on December 23, 1952, Chris lived her life to the fullest, always cherishing moments with her loved ones.
She adored Elvis Presley and spent joyous moments with her grandchildren. Chris will be dearly missed by her fiancé of 25 years, David...
Steven Bedell
Jul 6, 2024
Steven Walter Bedell, 64, passed away on July 6, 2024. He was born on May 29, 1960 to the late Walter F. Bedell and Murtie Gargus Bedell.
Steven enjoyed watching his Atlanta Braves play baseball and listening to rock music. He also loved spending time with his grandson, Orion.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory two sons Aaron Bedell and Justin...
Hazel McKinney
Jul 6, 2024
Hazel (Cookie) McKinney, 82, passed away on July 6, 2024, in Cleveland, TN.
Hazel is survived by Darlne Womac-sister; (Jerry) Dora Cantrell Daughter (Charlie) Trina McKinney - daughter, James McKinney-son (Anna) Edward McKinney-son, Tommy Cantrell-grandson (Victoria) Charles Jr Cantrell-grandson (Elizabeth) Jacob Cantrell-grandson, Amber McKinney-granddaughter
Hazel is preceded in death by Eugene Grimsley - father, Mildred Odom - mother, James McKinney -husband, Bobby...
