Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
William Steenstra-Toussaint
Jan 7, 2024
William "Willem" Toussaint passed away on January 07, 2024 at his home in Saint Elmo, Tennessee surrounded by loved ones. Willem is survived by his beautiful wife, Carolyn, and their beloved cats.
Willem's 89 years were filled with worldly adventures, music, dancing, and cooking like a five-star chef. A natural storyteller, Willem regaled those around him with tales of...
Paul Brown
Jan 7, 2024
In Loving Memory of Paul Anderson Brown Jr.
Paul Anderson Brown Jr., 67, of Cleveland, TN, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on February 14, 1956, in Cleveland, TN, to the late Paul Anderson Brown and Ethel McKellar Blankinship Brown.
Paul was a hardworking and dedicated man. After obtaining his High...
Richard Jones
Jan 7, 2024
Richard Harry Jones, 73, of Cleveland passed away on Sunday, January 7,2024. Richard was born on June 13, 1950, in Salisbury, Maryland to the late Richard Alda Jones and Mary Elizabeth Cash Jones. He was a member of Valley View Baptist Church for over 29 years. And was a 1977 graduate of Carson Newman University. Richard was also a graduate...
Kelley Tackel
Jan 6, 2024
Marian Jeppson Tackel was born in Pocatell Idaho, on an air force base, November 11, 1973. She lived there with her parents for a couple years before eventually moving to Amarillo, Texas. Kelley grew up and was raised in Amarillo where she became a big sister to two brothers.
The year 1994, when Kelley was twenty-one, she met...
Thomas "Jaiden" Bradshaw
Jan 6, 2024
Thomas Jaiden Bradshaw, known affectionately as Jaiden to his friends and family, was born on June 6, 2009, in Cleveland, TN passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024. Jaiden is preceded in death by his beloved grandmother Carla Mullinax.
Jaiden's time on earth may have been brief, but his impact was anything but small. He is survived by his mother...
Charlotte Taylor
Jan 6, 2024
Charlotte Jean Taylor, 65, a lifelong resident of Clevleand-McDonald, TN went home to be with our Lord on January 6, 2024 after a battle with cancer.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents Rev. LV and Ula Mae Ledford of McDonald, TN and Marshall and Martha Taylor of Meigs County, TN; several aunts and uncles; parents Joe A. and...
William "Willie" Peels
Jan 6, 2024
William "Willie" Carl Peels, aged 82, of Old Fort, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, craftsmanship, and a profound love for the outdoors. Born on September 8, 1941, in Tellico Plains, Tennessee, to Roy and Loraine Peels.
He is preceded in death by his caring parents, Roy and Loraine Peels; his sister,...
David Livesay, Sr.
Jan 6, 2024
David Neal Livesay, Sr. aged 64, passed away on January 6th, 2024, in Fort Oglethorpe, GA. He was born on January 22, 1959, in Lafayette, Indiana, and spent most of his life in the Northwest Georgia/East Tennessee Area. David was a devoted member of the Seventh Day Adventist faith and also attended Rising Fawn Methodist Church, where he actively participated...
Tami Harrison
Jan 6, 2024
On Saturday January 6, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer's, Tami C. Harrison went home to be with our Lord.
Tami was born July 16, 1961, to Wilburn and Delores Robinson of Chattanooga, TN. She is the oldest daughter with 3 sisters and 4 brothers.
Tami spent over 3 decades of devoted service to the congregation at Lookout Mountain...
Billy Mckee
Jan 6, 2024
In loving memory of Billy Joe McKee, 69, who became a wild flower in Heaven's garden on Saturday, January 6th, 2024. A skilled carpenter and craftsman, he not only built and styled beautiful homes but also built lasting friendships throughout his life.
Billy's vibrant wit and infectious humor endeared him to everyone he met, leaving a legacy of laughter and...
Clarence Haire Sr.
Jan 5, 2024
Clarence Allan Haire Sr., 70, of Benton, Tennessee passed away Friday, January 5, 2024. Clarence was a loving father, uncle, and husband. He was known around Cleveland and Chattanooga as "The Vacuum Man." Clarence was born on April 4, 1953, to the late Clarence and Mabel Haire.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, George...
Charles Robert Oswalt, Jr.
Jan 5, 2024
Charles Robert Oswalt, Jr., 76, lifelong resident of Chattanooga, TN, passed away January 5, 2024, at his residence. Born October 25, 1947, to the late Charles and Clara Oswalt and of the Christian faith. He served in the United States Army (Vietnam era), received the National Defense Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Marksman Medal. Charles loved his dog, Oakie, sports,...
Thomas Jarvis
Jan 4, 2024
Thomas (TJ) Jason Jarvis of Hixson, entered Heaven on January 4th, at 33 years old.
TJ was a huge Vols fan, but nothing compares to the love he shared with his daughter, Claire. These two will always share an unbreakable bond. Whether they went out to the dog park, spent the afternoon at U.T. for a basketball or football...
Iva Pendergrass
Jan 4, 2024
Iva Dean Pendergrass went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Iva was born on August 16, 1944 in Athens, Tennessee to the late Jewell and Herbert Torbett. She was a dedicated member of Cloverleaf Baptist Church. Iva never hesitated to help someone in need, she often was a caregiver for family members in need. She loved...
Robbie Free
Jan 4, 2024
Robbie Richardson Free
Robbie went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2024.
Robbie was born November 29, 1954 in Charleston, MS to Joe Card and Mary Alice Brewer Card. Later she was adopted by her stepfather Rev. E.Q. Richardson. She graduated Ruleville High School May 1972. Robbie worked 31 years at the Mississippi Department of Corrections at...
Frances Earle
Jan 2, 2024
Frances Earle, 86, passed away on January 2, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN.
Frances is preceded in death by her beloved spouse, Walter Earle, her mother, Clara Wright, and her father, James Wright. She is also reunited with her son, Jim, who passed away in 2017.
Frances, fondly known as "Mom," was a devoted pastor's wife and mother to...
Melissa Hitson
Jan 2, 2024
Melissa "Lisa" Hitson, 58, of Cleveland passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Lisa was born on May 21, 1965 to the late E.J. and Wilma Browder Hamby. Lisa had many hobbies including walking the greenway and feeding the ducks. She also enjoyed Crocheting with her sister, Janice.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her grandson,...
Laura Edmonds
Jan 2, 2024
Laura Katherine Edmonds (Seman), 57, of Hixson, Tennessee, passed away on January 2, 2024. Born on June 6, 1966, in San Antonio, Texas, Laura was a beloved grandmother, mother, daughter, sister, and Christian.
Laura had a special bond with her grandchildren. She cherished spending time with them, engaging in activities like coloring pictures, teaching, and playing outside. Despite her petite...
Joseph Blain King, Jr.
Jan 2, 2024
Joseph Blain King, Jr., affectionately known as JB or Joe to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, in his hometown of Cleveland, Tennessee. Joe was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Born on March 29, 1943, to Blain and Willie Mae King, both of whom preceded him in death, as well as his...
David Hancock
Jan 2, 2024
David Lynn Hancock, passed away on January 2, 2024, at the age of 67 in Cleveland, TN. He was born in Arcadia, FL on September 20, 1956, to his parents Junior Hancock and Jewell Kilgore Hancock, both of whom preceded him in death.
Dave was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Teresa Hancock. Together, they created a lifetime of...
