Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Landon "Marty" Near
Apr 29, 2024
Landon Martin (Marty) Near II of Cleveland, TN left his earthly body for his heavenly home with Jesus Christ his Savior Monday April 29, 2024.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Bea and Jerry Gorbett; paternal grandparents Betty and Francis Near; Uncle Larry and Gabrielle Gorbett; god-mother Sharon Matthews.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory parents Lanny and Mary...
Glynda Womack
Apr 28, 2024
Glynda Marie Wooldridge-Womack, 78, of Rossville, GA, went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 2024, after a valiant battle with stage 4 kidney cancer. She was born December 12, 1945, to the late James Clough & Mildred Clough and of the Baptist faith. Glynda was a godly woman who loved her Lord & Savior. She loved her...
Deborah Wadsworth
Apr 28, 2024
Deborah "Debbie" Wadsworth, 66, of Chattanooga, TN, sadly left us on April 28, 2024, at home in Chattanooga, TN, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Deborah was born November 24, 1957, and raised in Chattanooga, TN, and of the Baptist faith. She moved to Vero Beach, Florida from 1986-2010 before moving back to Chattanooga, TN.
Deborah retired in 2020 from...
Evelyn Smith
Apr 28, 2024
Mona Evelyn Smith, 93, of Charleston, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Evelyn was born on June 9, 1930, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Jody and Mona Goodwin. "Granny" as most people knew her as loved family get togethers, cooking, and was famous for her Mexican cornbread. At Christmas she made sure to share containers of her...
John Jenkins
Apr 27, 2024
John Bogart Jenkins, 82 of Chattanooga, TN passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born on September 21, 1941 in Bridgeport, Alabama to parents Thurman Bogart Jenkins and Ella Rose Pickett Jenkins.
John Retired from the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department in 2003. He worked for the Sheriff's Department in various capacities from the Mid 1960's until his...
Missy Parris
Apr 26, 2024
Sarah Melissa Parris, affectionately known as Missy, passed away on April 26, 2024, at the age of 51. She was born on August 28, 1972, in Cleveland, TN, where she spent her entire life. Missy devoted herself to her role as a housewife, finding joy and fulfillment in raising her large family. Her proudest accomplishment was the love and care...
Roger Back
Apr 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Roger Back.
Roger Dean Back, 75, of Fort Oglethorpe passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Roger was a longtime employee at Shaw industries before retiring. He grew up in Jasper, TN and was a resident of Fort Oglethorpe, GA. Roger was a cherished friend to many and known...
Winnie Parsons
Apr 25, 2024
Winnie Parsons, 81, Tunnel Hill, Georgia passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Winnie was born on June 13, 1942, in North fork, West Virginia to the late Harold and Ellen Sizemore Camp. Winnie was a resident of North Georgia for over 60 years and was of the Baptist Faith.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by...
Jim Brooks
Apr 25, 2024
Jim Brooks was born August 21, 1947 in Martin, Tennessee to Sam and Mildred Brooks. He served in Vietnam in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S Taluga AO-62. Jim married the love of his life, Helen Van Hooser, on August 30, 1967. Jim retired from Colonial Bread after working there for over 30 years. He went on to work as...
James Simerly
Apr 24, 2024
James Lee "Juice Man" Simerly Sr., 56, of Walland, passed away on April 24, 2024. He was a hard -working man with a unique, unconventional approach to life. He leaves behind many fond memories of pitching horseshoes, bonfires by the creek, and happy summer days lounging on his cozy front porch with his little dog, Toto. He was dearly loved...
Darlene Denton
Apr 23, 2024
I am sitting in our house alone. I don't like being alone. I haven't been alone in almost 52 years! My beloved, my other half, the center of my existence lies in a hospital bed. She doesn't communicate. She is closer to heaven than planet earth. Hospice tells me it won't be long. I am torn. I rejoice for her....
Erica Johnson
Apr 23, 2024
Erica Johnson, 60, of Athens, gained her Heavenly wings on Tuesday April 23rd. Erica was born on August 29, 1963, in Knoxville, TN. She has served her community as a paramedic since starting her career in 1984. She also served as a guard for TVA Watts Bar. She was the first female in the McMinn County Rescue Squad and one...
Glenda Pinckard
Apr 22, 2024
Glenda May (Hayes) Pinckard, 81, died on April 22, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN. She was born in Oakland, California on March 10, 1943, to Glenn Edward Hayes and Doris Adele (Marchal) Hayes. She moved to Philadelphia, PA when she was 2 or 3. She moved to Fort Campbell, KY when she was 6 to complete grades 2 through 5. She...
Charles Highfill
Apr 22, 2024
Charles "Tony" Anthony Highfill, 60, passed away on April 22, 2024 at home surrounded by family.
Tony was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 6, 1963 to the late Charles "Sunny" and Margret Highfill.
Tony was loving, talkative and never met a stranger. He cherished his family, pets and loved exploring new trails in his Jeep, Ninja Monkey....
Christopher Rivero
Apr 22, 2024
Christopher Joseph Rivero passed away on April 22, 2024, after a long battle with a chronic illness. Christopher was born on Dec. 1, 1981, in Ocean Springs, MS.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Stone Moore, his grandmothers, Marlene Hauck and Nancy Moore.
He is survived by his mother, Trudy Ann Rivero, his dads, Terry Hauck and Jerry Rivero, his...
James Coffin
Apr 22, 2024
James "Jimm" Coffin, 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away after a brief illness on Monday, April 22, 2024. Jimm was born on September 20, 1945 in Haverhill, New Hampshire to the late Ray and Lillian Coffin. Jimm was always known for being a kind person and having a gentle soul. He enjoyed going to garage sales, yard sales, and estate...
Penny Truelove
Apr 22, 2024
Penny Deanne Truelove, 46, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024. She was born on February 1, 1978, in Cleveland to William and Geraldine Truelove. Penny was the third child born to her parents and was the little girl they had been praying to have. She instantly brought joy and happiness to her mother who had been...
Mildred Callaway
Apr 22, 2024
Mildred Roy Pinion Callaway, age 104, passed away on April 22, 2024. She was born on July 19, 1919, in the Christianburg Community near Sweetwater, Tennessee, to her parents Harriet Isbell Roy and George A. Roy. She grew up on a farm with her family.
During World War II Mildred worked at the Hardwick Woolen Mill sewing wool overcoats for the...
Edith Hill
Apr 22, 2024
Edith Lorene Hill, 76, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away April 22, 2024, at a local hospital. She was born June 12, 1947, to the late William Vernon Hill and Edna Blevins in Harvey, IL. Edith loved all sports. She was a big TN fan and loved watching Steph Curry play basketball. Edith was like a mother & nana to her...
Ruben Hemrick
Apr 21, 2024
Ruben Lee Hemrick, 49, of Chatsworth, Georgia passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Ruben was born on February 6, 1975, in Tampa, Florida. Ruben was a very loving and encouraging father to his sons, whom he loved dearly. He was a very intelligent person, having vast knowledge of history, technology, and collectible coins. In his spare time, he enjoyed...
