Obituaries
Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Athens, Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN
Katherine Emilija Ashley
May 18, 2025
Katherine Emilija Ashley, 27, passed away peacefully at home on May 18, 2025 surrounded by family. She was born on August 15, 1997 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Katherine enjoyed music, being around people and them talking to her, and giving affection and smiles to those close to her. She also loved riding in her van, and getting kisses on her cheek. Most...
Roxanna "Roxie" Shank
May 17, 2025
Roxanna "Roxie" Louise Shank, 77, of Athens, passed away on May 17, 2025.
Roxie found joy in life's simple pleasures-spending her time working on puzzles, tending her garden, knitting, and canning. She also had a special fondness for classic Westerns, especially those featuring her favorite, John Wayne.
Preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Leah Fetzer; brothers, Steve Fetzer...
Katherine "Betty" Kincaid
May 17, 2025
Katherine "Betty" Kincaid, 74, passed away on May 17, 2025. She was born to the late James E. And Dora "Katherine" Leamon on November 13, 1950 in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Betty was an elementary teacher for 30 years in Bradley County. During that time, she served at Charleston, Hopewell, Trewhitt and Waterville Elementary Schools. She loved teaching, sewing, quilting,...
Charles Maddux
May 16, 2025
Charles Maddux, age 72, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Charles brought laughter, music, and warmth to all who knew him.
Born on September 13, 1952, Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Luis B. Maddux; brothers Harold, Jim, Pat, Ralph,...
James Russell
May 16, 2025
James Oley Russell, age 62, of Athens, passed away on May 16, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Rev. Oley and Kathryn Russell, and his brother, Mark Russell.
James is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Danielle McNew and her spouse, Nicole; his sister, Lisa Wattenbarger and her husband, Bruce; his brother, Jerry Russell and...
Mary Khristine King
May 16, 2025
Mary Khristine King, age 60, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on May 16, 2025. She was born on December 12, 1964, in Cleveland, TN, and lived her life in her cherished hometown. Mary was a devoted seamstress, showcasing her skills at Jackson's, where she dedicated many years to her craft.
Mary's life was defined by her unwavering love for her family....
Katherine Nelson
May 16, 2025
Katherine "Memaw" Ann Nelson, 87, of Athens went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2025 peacefully at her home.
She was born on October 11, 1937 to father, Earnest Platt and mother, Margaret Reedy and had 2 sisters, Jeanette Briggs and Violet Smith.
Memaw found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She especially loved watching her...
Virginia "Ernie" Ruth
May 16, 2025
Virginia "Ernie" Ruth, 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025. Ernie was born on January 25, 1947 at home in Bradley County to the late James Clyde Burnette, and Dovie Rue Burnette. Ernie was a dedicated employee at Hardwick clothes from 1982 until 2000. Following her time at Hardwick clothes she worked at Walmart from 2000...
Betty Jean Mercer
May 14, 2025
Betty Jean Mercer, 91, entered into her eternal home on May 14, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on March 15, 1934.
She was the oldest of 8 children, and preceded in deaths by husband, Terry Mercer, and their daughter, Brenda Bishop.
Betty was of the Baptist faith, and was a member of Thompson Springs Baptist Church. Betty loved quilting,...
Betty Sue Young
May 14, 2025
Betty Sue Young, 87, passed away on May 14, 2025. She was born to the late Benjamin Lee and Mary Emma Richardson on April 4, 1938 in Summerville, Georgia.
Betty loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping, and was known to go to the beauty shop every Friday, and spend many hours there.
In addition to her parents,...
John Russell
May 14, 2025
John William Russell Sr., 70, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on May 14, 2025.
John was known and loved by many for his larger-than-life personality. A professional wrestler for many years, he was famously known in the ring as "The Assassin"-even wrestling a bear on four separate occasions. Off the mat, he was equally hardworking, spending over 30 years...
Maury McDaniel
May 14, 2025
Maury Wilson McDaniel, 61, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Pamela Wilson Heurtematte.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph McDaniel; daughter, Casey Hamby (Jacob); sister, Deborah Wilson Weston (Ray); granddaughters, Lily, Iris, and Rose Hamby; niece, Tanith Heurtematte Franklin; and nephews, Dominic Biggers and Justin Heurtematte.
She was...
Eva Smith
May 14, 2025
Eva Sue Smith, 93, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN entered the gates of Heaven on May 14, 2025. She was known by many as Momma Sue. She was the lead singer and founder of The Christian Gospelaires. She touched many people's lives ministering the Word through song with her most requested song, "Ain't no Grave." She touched everyone's life...
Perry Billingsley
May 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Perry Lyn Billingsley
December 14, 1968 - May 14, 2025
Perry Lyn Billingsley, age 56, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, surrounded by the family he so dearly loved. A devoted husband, father, son, brother, and "Pawpaw," Perry lived a life marked by quiet strength, unwavering service, and deep faith.
Perry was born on December 14, 1968, and...
Arlen Bumbalough
May 13, 2025
Arlen "Chuk" Charles Bumbalough, 56, passed away on May 13, 2025.
Chuk was a man of many passions and talents. A gifted musician, he found joy in playing both the guitar and bass. He was also a creative writer, having authored several books that reflected his unique perspective and imagination.
Chuk had a deep love for the open road, often riding his...
Lee Ann Wilkerson
May 13, 2025
Lee Ann Wilkerson, 64, of Chattanooga, passed away on May 13, 2025. She was born February 23, 1961. Lee Ann was a member of the Class of 1980 at Hixson High School. Ms. Wilkerson is survived by her son Philip Wesley Wilkerson of Dalton, GA, and sister Harriet (Skip) Markham of Signal Mountain, TN, nephew Wil (Harmony) Markham, niece Mary...
Melissa Woodard
May 12, 2025
Melissa Ann Woodard, born August 8, 1968, in Rome, Georgia, passed away peacefully May 12, 2025, in Tennessee of cancer. She leaves behind a loving family, including her devoted partner Wayne Woodard, her daughters Michaela Runyan and Victoria Wilcoxon and her son Justin Lassiter. Melissa was a cherished grandmother to her grandchildren, including Casey Runyan Jr., Daniel Witt, Peggy Runyan,...
Joyce Gaylor
May 12, 2025
Joyce Freels Gaylor, 78, of Oak Ridge, TN, passed away on May 12, 2025. She was born on January 8, 1947 in Oak Ridge, TN to the late Berl and Lucille (Brandt) Freels. She worked as an Insurance Specialist in the medical field for over 30 years.
Joyce attended and taught Sunday school at Faith Lutheran Church in Oak Ridge....
Ruth Koerting
May 12, 2025
Our dear Mother passed away this morning May 12, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Ruth Luise Shrattenholzer was born in Stuttgart, Germany on August 24, 1930, to Friedrich and Hermine Schrattenholzer.
She married Kurt Ernst Koerting on October 13, 1955, in Bayreuth, Germany.
Ruth and Kurt immigrated to Hinsdale, Illinois from Germany on December 5, 1956, and lived in the Chicago area where they...
Olivia Michal Brown
May 11, 2025
Olivia Michal Brown
April 27, 1977 - May 11, 2025
Olivia Michal Brown, born in Orlando, Florida died unexpectedly at the age of 48, May 11, 2025, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Olivia lived on her own terms-fearless, curious, and unbound by expectations. She was deeply original and full of love.
Olivia lived freely and adventurously, making her home in...
