Cleveland and Athens, TN Obituaries

Hugh Latham, Sr.

Jun 15, 2024

Some people walk this earth for only a brief time but others departure remind us that angels are still watching over us all.

On Saturday, June 15, 2024, Elder Hugh Richard Latham Sr., age 80, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by his family at his home in Sweetwater, TN.

In April 1977,...

Roma Scotton

Jun 1, 2024

As the sun rose on September 24, 1950, Roma Yvonne Scotton, was born to the late Reverend Willie T. and Elsie M. Scotton, in Cleveland, TN. She transitioned to be with the Lord on June 1, 2024, at 2:10pm at WellStar Cobb Medical Hospital in Powder Springs, GA with her family by her side.

Roma was attending...

Helen Ruth Mccowan Rucker

May 31, 2024

Helen Ruth Rucker, affectionately known as “Puddin” was born June 22, 1934. She went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2024, in the supportive care of Athens Life Care Center. Throughout her life, she was a faithful member of Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a church mother, choir member, and head of the...

Henry William Mcdaniel

May 14, 2024

As the world evolves with each passing year and our lives transition day by day, Henry now rests in the loving embrace of the Master, enveloped in eternal mercy and glory.

Henry William “Hankie” McDaniel, age 60, of Athens, TN. On May 14, 2024, he peacefully closed his eyes on earth to awaken at the pearly gates...

Dennis Mccleary

May 5, 2024

Dennis S. McCleary

Graveside Services

Friday: May 10, 2024 Hammonds Cemetery Athens, Tennessee

Time: 5:00 p.m. Rev. Jerry McCleary ~ Officiating

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Alaia Dickinson

May 5, 2024

Alaia Mae Marie Dickinson, age 2, passed away on May 5, 2024. Alaia was a bright, fun, loving, and happy child who enjoyed playing outside, arts and crafts, singing baby shark and watching her favorite show, Ms. Rachel.

She is preceded in death by great-great grandparents, Lewis and Zelda Mae Curtis, Clydus Porter, Frank and Dorothy Hitchcock,...

Joshua Clark

Apr 28, 2024

Joshua Heath Clark age 49 passed Sunday, April 28, 2024 in Calhoun,TN. He was a graduate of McMinn High School class of 1994 and was a career military veteran, serving his country in the U.S. Marine Corp, Army Reserve, and the United States Army. He loved fishing and playing cards, and he was especially attached to his dogs, ‘Peace’...

Ballerie King

Mar 31, 2024

Ballerie Jo King was born May 24, 1958 to Sherman and Evelyn King in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and departed on March 31, 2024.  Ballerie graduated from Central High School in 1975. Upon graduation, she attended Tennessee State University. She was employed for many years in Hamilton County School District where she worked as a teacher assistant and substitute teacher.

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Clifford Bailey

Mar 31, 2024

Clifford “Tippy Toe” Henry Bailey, age 68, closed his eyes in this world and opened them in heaven on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Clifford was a devoted and loving father/grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He is a lifelong resident of McMinn County, and if he met a stranger, they would...

Grady Harris, Jr.

Mar 28, 2024

Grady Harris, Jr made his transition on Thursday, March 28, 2024. He was born on January 7,1959 to Grady & Marcella Harris.

He was preceded in death by his late parents and by his paternal and maternal grandparent, Levi and Maggie Harris, and George and Viola Collins.

He leaves to cherish his memories with his...

Gregory Delaney

Mar 17, 2024

Gregory Harris Delaney age 58 of Etowah, TN died Sunday, March 17, 2024 in a Cleveland, TN hospital. He was a graduate of the University of Tennessee - Knoxville with a degree in business and came to Athens, TN where was employed as a department manager with K-Mart. He later was employed with Denso as a  production line worker....

Clarence Dunn

Mar 11, 2024

Clarence Allen Dunn was born May 10, 1956, to the late Melvin M. Dunn Sr. and Jean E. (Goode) Dunn.  Allen accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age. He was baptized at Mount Eagle Baptist Church under the pastorate of the late Rev. G.D. Brantley. He attended High Point Elementary School and Charleston High...

Josephine Wheeler

Mar 3, 2024

Josephine (Josie) Theresa Boyd Wheeler a resident of Athens, TN departed this life at the age of 72 on Sunday March 3, 2024. She was born and raised in New Orleans, La.

Josie lived a colorful life. She studied accounting early in life but found joy in service as a private duty aid to the young and...

Herman Arnwine

Feb 22, 2024

Herman Augusta Arnwine age 75 passed Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his home in Athens, TN. Herman was a member of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church in Calhoun, TN where he served as a deacon there. He loved watching car racing and wrestling on TV, fishing, and listening to music. Herman served in the United States army as an infantryman...

Larry Allen

Feb 21, 2024

Larry "Skippy" Allen  was born January 26, 1949 in the Bahamas. He attended Lee University and was known by many for his praising the Lord with his saxophone. Larry passed February 21, 2024 in a Chattanooga hospital.

Left to cherish his fond memories are, sister: Peggy Laurel Taylor of Nassau Bahamas, adopted daughter, Margaret Gilbert,  nieces,Delta Bullard,...

Derrick Pugh

Feb 19, 2024

Derrick Pugh age 66 passed away suddenly at a hospital in Chattanooga Tennessee, on February 19, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother Verna Mae Pugh, father James Pugh, and brother Edgar Pugh.

He was a graduate of Cleveland High School, where he was an outstanding athlete, and had a great ability in baseball. He...

Lowell Woods

Feb 18, 2024

Lowell Bradford Woods age 69 born February 12, 1955, departed this life on February 18, 2024 in Georgetown, Tennessee.

He was a member of Saint James Cumberland Presbyterian Church and he also enjoyed visiting many other churches and speaking with pastors. He retired from Olin Chemicals and was well-known as one of the best roofing contractors around....

Charlie Mack

Feb 14, 2024

Rev. Charlie Mack Jr. age 82 went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 14, 2024at his home surrounded by his family.

Rev. Mack  was well known for his service as a minister of the gospel, especially in the A.M.E. Zion Church, where he served as pastor at Harwell Chapel A.M.E. Church in...

Evelyn Armstrong

Feb 7, 2024

We are sad to announce the passing of Evelyn Jeanette Armstrong at the NHC Healthcare in Athens, Tennessee at the age of 89 years old on February 7, 2024. Evelyn Jeanette Armstrong was born to the late Roxie Jane Moss Haley and Henry Haley on May 22nd,1934. She graduated from J.L. Cook High School in Athens, Tennessee in the...

Cordon Porter

Feb 4, 2024

Cordon Remee Abernathy Porter,40, of Athens, Tennessee entered into God’s kingdom on February 4, 2024. He was born on October 20,1983. He was a graduate of McMinn County High School. His unexpected death will have a profound impact on his family as well as those who grew to know and love him. Cordon spent most of his adult life...