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Cleveland and Athens, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for families in Cleveland and Athens, TN along with the entire East Tennessee area

Cora Louise Moore

Cora Louise Moore

Dec 9, 2024

Cora Louise Moore

Roger Clark

Roger Clark

Dec 6, 2024

Roger Lee Clark, age 71, passed unexpectedly on Friday December 6th in Niota, TN. Roger retired from the Marines and the Army National Guard after more than 20 years of service. He was previously employed with TVA and Charisma Chairs, Pioneer Furniture and as a security guard at Denso, but his passion was landscaping and yard work.

Roger was a faithful...

Hettie Louise Dickey

Hettie Louise Dickey

Dec 5, 2024

Mrs. Hettie Louise Walker Dickey, 88 was born February 18, 1936 in the Beth Salem Community near Athens, TN. She left for her heavenly home on Thursday, December 5, 2024, in Etowah, TN.

Hettie was the daughter of the Late George and Ida Walker. She was also stepdaughter of late Mr. Edward Mooney. Hettie and her sister Hattie were twins and...

Rachel Pauline Billips-Linder

Rachel Pauline Billips-Linder

Nov 25, 2024

In Loving memory of Rachel Pauline Billips-Linder, age 63, went home to be our Heavenly Father, November 25th, 2024 at the healthcare facility. She was born in Welch,West Virginia and was raised and attended school in Athens, Tn. where she became a longtime resident. She was a dietarian for 9 years at the NHC Facility center. She will be remembered...

Chester Turley Smith

Chester Turley Smith

Nov 19, 2024

In Loving Memory of Chester T. Smith

September 3, 1925 – November 19, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deacon Chester T. Smith, who departed this life peacefully on November 19, 2024, at the age of 99. A pillar of faith, family, and community, Chester lived a life full of purpose and love.

Born on September 3, 1925, to Andrew...

Tammy Simpson

Tammy Simpson

Nov 12, 2024

Tammie Lynette Simpson, age 64, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at her home in Englewood, TN. Born on July 31, 1960, to Edna Mae McCowan Simpson and William “Billy” Simpson, Tammy was raised in Athens, TN, where she attended McMinn County High School, graduating with the Class of 1978. She dedicated over 20 years of her career...

Rev. R.T. Smith

Rev. R.T. Smith

Nov 5, 2024

Rev. Robert Turley (R.T.) Smith, 66 of Niota passed away peacefully at Emory Hospital in Atlanta surrounded by family, friends and Presiding Elders. R.T. was loved by all who knew him for his kindness, integrity, and humor. A well known minister who pastored over 33 years, employed at Mayfield’s Dairy for over 40 years, an avid golfer, motorcyclist, fisherman and...

Sammie Gene Ramsey

Sammie Gene Ramsey

Nov 4, 2024

Sammie Gene Ramsey

Sammie Gene Ramsey age 68 passed Monday, November 4, 2024 at a hospice facility in Chattanooga TN.

She was a member of MT. Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church and was know for helping to raise many of the children in that community area.

She is preceded in death by her mother Margaret Ann Smith, and brother Thomas Brown. 

Survivors include a nephew,...

Harry Lee Ervin, Sr.

Harry Lee Ervin, Sr.

Nov 3, 2024

Harry Lee Ervin, Sr. 

Harry Lee Ervin Sr. age 73 went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 3, 2024, at Etowah Healthcare Center. Harry worked for the state of Washington for over 15 years as a prison guard and as a deputy for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department. He was a Lance Corporal in the United States Marine...

Gladys Porter

Gladys Porter

Oct 6, 2024

Mrs. Gladys Lorene Porter, 98 departed this life, Sunday October 6, 2024. She was the loving wife of Mr. James Lester Porter, who preceded her in death. She was born April 25, 1926 to Richard and Dora Mae Keith. She graduated from J.L. Cook High School class of 1943. She was united in marriage to Lester Porter and they had...

Larry Stovall

Larry Stovall

Sep 23, 2024

On September 23, 2024, Larry Leon Stovall, joined his twin brother, Jerry Lonzo Stovall, and other family members who have left this earth to continue watching and protecting those of us who remain. Larry, born in Etowah, TN on February 11, 1949 to Floyd Arthur and Willie Helen (Armstrong) Stovall, attended J. L. Cook and McMinn High Schools and was...

Carolyn Brewster

Carolyn Brewster

Sep 20, 2024

Carolyn Craig Brewster, age 74, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024. Carolyn was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. Born in Sweetwater, Tennessee, Carolyn attended High Point High School and graduated from Sweetwater High School. She was a dedicated member of the First United Church of Christ, where she served as a Mother and the Director...

Aarron Thomas

Aarron Thomas

Aug 31, 2024

Aarron Willie J.Thomas, age 34, passed away Saturday August 31,2024 at his home in Cleveland, TN. Survivors to be announced.

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Van Ross

Van Ross

Aug 28, 2024

Van Wellington "Skippy" Ross passed away peacefully in his home on August 28, 2024, in Cleveland, Tennessee, at the age of 75. He was born on February 1, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan to Lucius T. and Gwendolyn G. Ross, who both preceded him in death. Van is survived by his loving wife, Yolanda D. Ross (Forbes), his biological daughter,...

Carla Whaley

Carla Whaley

Aug 24, 2024

Carla Denise "Nesia" Whaley, aged 72, passed away on August 24, 2024, in Ooltewah, TN. Born on July 6, 1952, in Cleveland, TN, she was a cherished member of her community and a beloved figure in her family.

Carla's lifelong dedication to nurturing relationships was evident in her professional life as well. She spent several years at...

Jessie Roby

Jessie Roby

Aug 16, 2024

Jessie Roby age 88 passed away Friday, August 16, 2024 in a Sweetwater, TN health care facility.

He attended Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in  Athens, TN and enjoyed singing in the choir. He was employed for many years at Bowater Paper Company.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Manual and Ginetor Roby and...

Linda Gail Buchanan

Linda Gail Buchanan

Aug 15, 2024

Linda Gail Buchanan was born on November 8,1954 in Athens,Tennessee to Robert  K Buchanan Sr. and Sarah Ann (Long) Buchanan. Linda went to be with the Lord on  August15, 2024, at the age of 69.

Linda is a graduate of McMinn County High School and a graduate of Tennessee  Wesleyan College where she received a Bachelor of...

Barbara Simpson Ector

Barbara Simpson Ector

Aug 15, 2024

Barbara B. (Simpson) Ector

Barbara Beathe (Simpson) Ector was born on July 11, 1957 in Memphis, Tennessee to Dorothy S. (Grant) Simpson and Floyd Simpson, Sr.   After a very fruitful and productive life, she went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 15, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her father Floyd...

Gary Phillips

Gary Phillips

Aug 10, 2024

Gary Dwayne Phillips, 57, went home to his Lord and Savior on August 10, 2024 at his home in Atlanta, Ga.

Gary Dwayne Phillips, affectionately known as Beanie, was born on January 24, 1967 in Colorado, Springs, CO to the late Levi and Joyce Phillips. Gary was the oldest of five children. He graduated from McMinn County...

Kellie Bradford

Kellie Bradford

Jul 28, 2024

In Loving Memory of Kellie Jeanette Bradford

Kellie Jeanette Bradford, was a beloved wife and a devoted mother and daughter, she passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024 at the age of 55. She was surrounded by her loving family, whose lives she had touched deeply with her boundless compassion, unwavering strength, and enduring love.

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