Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries

Kim Hybarger

May 12, 2024

Kimberly Kay Hybarger, known for her passion for physical fitness, and caring nature, sadly passed away on May 12, 2024, in Cleveland, TN. Born on September 17, 1963, in Cleveland, she devoted over twenty years as a Registered Nurse and Administrator in the home health industry.

Kim was preceded in death by her father Charles Tatum; mother and father in law...

Barbara Haun Foster

May 11, 2024

Barbara Haun Foster, an always caring Mother, Grandmother and Friend, surrounded by her loving family, met her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ face to face as He took her to her eternal home in Heaven on May 11, 2024. She now has no more struggle and no more pain!

Barbara was born to Thomas and Lilly Mae Haun on September 25,...

Cindy Smith

May 11, 2024

Cynthia Louise Smith, 69, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, went to be with her mother, father, and other loved ones on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at around 5:30 PM, from her own bed and home comfortably surrounded by her caretaker and husband Raymond as well as her only son Matthew. Cindy, as she preferred to be called, was a board...

Edward Armstrong

May 11, 2024

With a deep sense of sorrow and loss, our family announces the passing of Edward 'Eddie'. Duke Armstrong of Etowah, TN on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at the age of 60 years. Eddie spent the past several years with his work family Ozzie, Ashley, Naomi and Perry. With his best friend Perry Wielzen at his side, they delivered furniture and...

Bonnie Barker

May 11, 2024

Bonnie Lou Barker, 74, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Bonnie was born on September 10, 1949, in Athens, Tennessee to the late John D. and Lottie Hicks. Bonnie enjoyed cooking and could be found most of the time around her home taking a nap.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her siblings,...

Rhonda "Twinkle" Cabrera

May 11, 2024

Rhonda Cabrera Britt, more affectionately known as Twinkle, passed away on May 11, 2024, at the age of 64. She left on a night where the sky was bright with a multitude of colors, and you could see every star "twinkling" above. Her journey here is complete, and we know she is in the loving arms of the Lord.

She is...

Traci Hawkins Piovesan

May 10, 2024

Traci Hawkins Piovesan, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, left this world on May 10, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 58.

Traci is survived by her parents Mickey and Dee Hawkins; two sons, Alexander Piovesan and Hayden Piovesan; brothers, Travis Hawkins and Alex Hawkins; sister, Allison Driver; two sisters-in-law, Jessica (Shell) Hawkins and Karin (Dahlinger) Hawkins; nieces, Drew Hawkins, Anna...

Holly Ann Taylor

May 9, 2024

Holly Ann Taylor, 35, passed away May 9, 2024, at her residence. She was born October 25, 1988, in Cleveland, TN. Holly was very sweet free spirited, and special person. She enjoyed painting and seeing her daughter, spending time with her fiancé, her cat "Timothy", and their dog, "Annie".

Holly is preceded in death by her father, Robert Leon Holloway and...

Aaron Chastain

May 9, 2024

Aaron Michael Chastain, 38, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on May 9th. He was preceded in death by his Son Bruer Michael Chastain, Father Bradley Chastain, Maternal Grandparents Jerry Murphy & Violet "Marie" Murphy and Paternal Grandmother Mary Chastain.

He is survived by his Daughter Braylah Marie Chastain, Girlfriend Emily Tyree, Mother Donna Chastain, Brothers Nick Chastain &...

Oletta (Leta) Summerour Jones

May 9, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Oletta (Leta) Summerour Jones on May 9,2024. She was born on December 12, 1937, in Dawsonville, GA, to the late Henry Clay and Irma Belle Summerour. She peacefully left us at the age of 86 in Ooltewah, TN, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication.

She is preceded in death by her...

Shirley Aaron

May 9, 2024

Shirley D. Aaron, 85, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at a healthcare facility in Chattanooga. Shirley was born October 27, 1938, in Newberry Berkshire, England to the late Albert & Winifred Pendell. Shirley came to the United States after meeting her husband Olen, in 1958. She lived in Benton, Tennessee until the family moved...

Caroline Roberts

May 9, 2024

Caroline Marjorie Roberts, 94, of Athens, TN, passed away on May 9, 2024. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 13, 1930 to the late Richard and Caroline (Shingle) Miller. She graduated from St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls in Philadelphia, PA in 1948.

Caroline retired as a switchboard operator after 30 years of service with Bell South and...

James Levon Willhoit

May 9, 2024

James Levon Willhoit, 58, of Ringgold, GA, passed away May 9, 2024, at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN. He was born May 18, 1965, in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, and of the Christian/Baptist faith. James loves his cats, motorcycles, guns, and kayaking.

Left to cherish his memories, parents, James E. Willhoit and Linda J. Willhoit, sons, Jody T. Steinmann, Stephen L....

Arliegh Everett

May 8, 2024

Arliegh Lamar Everett Sr., 62, of McDonald, Tennessee passed away peacefully with his children at his side on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Arliegh was born on June 11, 1961, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late James Edward Everett and Janet Arlene peak. He enjoyed drawing, having fun with friends and family, and talking to his grand babies.

Along with is his...

Rickey Adams

May 8, 2024

Rickey Keith Adams, 65, of Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at their home in Chattanooga, Tennessee, after a year and a half battle with cancer.

He was born in Searcy, Arkansas in 1958 and grew up in Des Arc, Arkansas. Rick graduated Des Arc High School, and attended...

Betty Yates

May 8, 2024

Betty H. Yates, 89, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Betty was born on February 27, 1935, in Greenville, South Carolina to the late Rev. Harry and Margaret Henderson. Betty was lifelong member of the Church of God. In her spare time Betty enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly....

Donna Pruett

May 7, 2024

Donna Pruett passed away on May 7, 2024 at age 83 in her home with her son (Tracy), daughter (Deborah) and son-in-law (Gregg) present. Her beloved husband William (Sonny) passed 3 days earlier. She loved her family very much and they loved her in return.

Donna was born and raised in Sheridan, Wyoming. She always had fond memories of her home,...

Rondell Raburn

May 7, 2024

Rondell Henry Raburn Jr., 64, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Rondell was born on May 30, 1959 in Cleveland, Tennessee to Rondell Raburn Sr. and Barbara Raburn. In his spare time he enjoyed flying R/C airplanes, fishing, and playing bass guitar.

Rondell was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bonnie and Henry Raburn, and Laura nd...

Juanita Myers

May 6, 2024

Juanita Myers, aged 64, passed away on May 6, 2024, in Calhoun, TN. She was born on September 28, 1959, in Benton, TN, to JM and Joanne Cross. Juanita graduated from Polk County High School in 1978 and went on to earn a degree as a Certified Nursing Assistant, a profession she pursued for 10 years. She then transitioned to...

Timothy Hooker

May 6, 2024

Timohty W. Hooker, 62, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Tim was a college professor for many years. Tim was born on October 8, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Jesse W. and Margie Hooker. He was a dedicated member of Saint Luke's Episcopal Church

He previously taught classes at UTC, Chattanooga...