Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Mable Hooper
Feb 29, 2024
Mrs. Mable Hooper, age 82, passed away peacefully in her home on February 29, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.
Mable was born in Moro, AR to Elbert and Irma Standridge. She married William Hooper (Bill) of Cleveland, TN on April 30, 1960 in Arkansas. Mable was an avid sports fan, she especially loved traveling anywhere to watch her...
Jack Morgan Jr.
Feb 28, 2024
Jack Morgan passed away at home with family on February 28th following his beloved wife, Sarah Morgan, and son, Robert Morgan. He was also preceded by his parents Jack Morgan Sr. and Bridgett "Thurman" Morgan, and his siblings Joeann Stinnett and Jerry Morgan.
He was survived by the following: John Morgan, Kira Ashley, Michael Morgan, Jimmy Morgan, Rose Morgan, and Daniel...
Rhonda Donald
Feb 28, 2024
Rhonda Jean Donald passed away on February 28, 2024. She was born in Sewickley, PA on June 20, 1951 and lived for the past 55 years in Chattanooga.
Rhonda spent 47 years as a caring and devoted nurse at several facilities in Chattanooga, including 19 years as the plant nurse for Dixie Yarns. Most recently she worked at Dominion Senior Living...
Roberta Cutshall
Feb 28, 2024
Roberta Cutshall, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, surrounded by her loving family. Known for her boundless love, servant heart, and fervent prayer life, Roberta touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Roberta was a prayer warrior, spending countless hours in intercession for others, lifting up their needs before the throne of...
Stephen Gates
Feb 28, 2024
Stephen Mitchell Gates, 58, of LaFayette, GA, passed away February 28, 2024. He was born to the late Frank Gates and Diane Gates on July 17, 1965, and of the Christian faith.
Steve loved riding his motorcycle, cheering for TN Vols, and umpiring softball.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Arlen Gates and Fred Waters;...
Phyllis McAmis
Feb 28, 2024
Phyllis Yarnell McAmis, born into this world October 4, 1949, and walked into the arms of Jesus on February 28, 2024, at the age of 74. Phyllis was born to Samuel Marshall Yarnell and Martha Mildred "Pete" Yarnell in Knoxville, TN., and quickly transplanted to Cleveland, TN., for Marshall's job as a conductor with the railroad. She was the middle...
Dennis Murray
Feb 28, 2024
Dennis Howard Murray, 78, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.
Dennis was born on October 17, 1945. He was a graduate of Bradley Central High School, class of 1963. He was a veteran of the US Air Force from 1965-1969. He was also a graduate of Cleveland State...
Frankie Parton
Feb 28, 2024
Ms. Frankie Irene "Bear" Parton, age 71, of Cleveland Tn, passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. She retired from Magic Chef/ Maytag/Whirlpool after 45 years of service.
Preceded in death by her parents Andy and Annie Parton, special nephew Casey Wanat, sisters Ruth Fowler, Shirley Parton and brother Andy Parton Jr.
Survived by her sisters, Lena Parton, Janey...
Jerry Fritts
Feb 27, 2024
Jerry Isaac-Leon Fritts, 44, of Harriman, passed away at home with his wife, Jessica Fritts by his side on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Glen Fritts; mother, Wilma Jean Meuniere and daughter, Neveah Fritts.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Jessica Fritts; mother in-law, Carla Collins; sons, Daniel McLean, Jimmy Lunsford, Nathan Fritts, Marcell...
Bruce Brouker
Feb 27, 2024
Bruce Holt Brouker, a true anchor of his community, sailed in the sunset at the age of 64, on February 27, 2024. Born in Bristol, CT on January 8, 1960, Bruce charted a course that was marked by loyalty, laughter, and an abundance of love.
A veteran of the Coast Guard, Bruce navigated through life with the same steadfastness and courage...
Danny Hutson
Feb 27, 2024
Danny Lee Hutson, born January 1, 1959, passed away February 27, 2024 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Betty Jo Hutson, parents in law George and Opal Moore, and sister in law Janet Jones.
He leaves behind the family he cherished his wife Karon Hutson, daughter Kara Branham (Clayton) and grandson Clay...
Ricky Forester
Feb 26, 2024
Ricky S. Forester, 62, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 26, 2024. He was born in Cleveland TN to Abe and Henrietta Forester. He later moved to Florida where he resided in Hernando.
He is pre-deceased by his wife of 34 years Mellannie Whitton Forester, his mother Henrietta Castelow Forester and his brother Ronnie Forester.
Ricky...
Zachary West
Feb 26, 2024
In Loving Memory of Zachary West
Zachary West, a vibrant and cherished soul, left this world on February 26, 2024, in Ooltewah, TN, at the age of 32. Zachary was an individual who brought joy and warmth to those around him, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Zachary's passion for sports, particularly...
Clyde Burns
Feb 26, 2024
Clyde "Spider" Burns, 83, of Niota, went home to be with our Lord, Monday night, February 26, 2024 after a brief illness. He was surrounded by his family. Spider was born August 18, 1940 in McMinn County where he has lived his whole life.
He was a Livestock or Cattle man most all his life. He loved putting up hay with...
Margaret McLain
Feb 25, 2024
Charleston, TN - Margaret F. McLain, 87, formerly of Rockland, Maine, passed away peacefully in her home on February 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving daughters and son-in-law.
Margaret was born on December 29, 1936 in Vinalhaven, Maine, the largest of Maine's offshore islands, located in Penobscot Bay. Her parents were the late Guy and Lucy Sawyer and...
Melanie Ferguson
Feb 25, 2024
Melanie C. Ferguson (n'ee Frassrand), 83, of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Alexian Brothers Village and rejoins now her husband William R. Ferguson with our heavenly Father.
A graduate of Notre Dame High School, Class of '57, and lifelong Chattanooga resident, Melanie enjoyed a long career in telecommunications engineering with AT&T before retiring. Devoted to her faith and...
Steven Sandlan
Feb 25, 2024
Steven Scott Sandlan, 51, of Cleveland passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024. He was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and had been a resident of Cleveland for the past 51 years. Spending time with his family and friends was his joy in life. Steven was a kind and compassionate soul. To know him was to love him. He was preceded...
Mark Timon
Feb 24, 2024
Mark Timon, 58, passed away on February 24, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN.
Mark Timon was born on August 20, 1965 in Bangor, ME, to Robert Timon and Lillian Timon.
Born and raised in Maine, he moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee in 1990. He started his career as a Network Engineer for the City of Chattanooga and went on to work for nearly 20...
Wesley Rogers
Feb 24, 2024
Wesley Rogers, 53, passed away on February 24, 2024, in Benton, TN.
Wesley was a fun and loving father, an even better Papaw, and a deeply loved friend.
Wesley is survived by Rachel Wilson Goss - daughter, of Summerville, SC, David Rogers - son, of Salem, MA, Haley Wilson Goss - daughter-in-law, of Summerville, SC, Theodore Rogers - grandson, of...
Shannon Parton
Feb 24, 2024
Shannon Gerald Parton, 55, a resident of Sevierville, TN passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 13, 1969, in Richmond, Virginia a son of the late Winfred & Doris Parton. He was very involved with the Volunteer Corp of the Jaycees. Shannon served as State Vice President and...
