Cleveland and Athens, TN Obituaries

Sep 27, 2023

Thomas Eugene Westfield, age77 passed away after a lengthy illness at his home in Cleveland, TN.

He was best known to his family and friends as “Wobble”. He served in the United States Army with an honorable discharge. His favorite thing to do was fishing.

Thomas is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and...

Sep 26, 2023

Ellawees Griffith Nimley, age 84, passed Tuesday evening, September 26, 2023, at her home in Cleveland, TN.

She was a member of Unity Christian Ministries in Cleveland, TN. Ellawees worked for many years, caring first for her family, and working in the food-service industry for the United States Army.

She is preceded in death by:...

Sep 25, 2023

Joel Nathaniel Upton age 56 died Monday, September 25, 2023 at his home in Athens, TN.  He was employed for many years at Denso in Athens, TN., and studied at Ohio State University.

He is survived by his wife, Brandi Renee Upton of Athens, his parents, Dr. James N. (Rebecca) Upton of Columbus, Ohio, and his mother...

Sep 10, 2023

Jana Elizabeth King Scruggs, age 65, passed away at a Chattanooga, TN hospital. She attended Hillcrest Church in Etowah, TN.

Jana was a graduate of McMinn High School and Tennessee Wesleyan University with a B.S. degree in Physical Education. She was employed as a welder at Johnson Control. Jana loved to exercise and spend quality time with...

Sep 2, 2023

Jesse James Anthony, Jr., 74, of Louisville, KY, passed away on September 2, 2023, surrounded by his family at his home. He was a member of Mosaic United Methodist Church, were he served as the United Methodist Men President, Trustee and Clout. Jesse served his country in the US Navy and retired after 20 years. He was formally employed...

Aug 30, 2023

Michael Ray Smith age 65 of Sweetwater, TN died Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Michael prided himself on helping others. He was the Smith family mechanic. He was recently ordained to be a minister of the gospel. He was everyone’s local lawn care worker, and grill master. He graduated from high school and attended Tennessee Wesleyan University where he played...

Aug 16, 2023

Sheila Scruggs age 61 passed Wednesday, August 16, 2023, in a local Cleveland, TN hospital.

She was a graduate of McMinn County High School and the daughter of the late Rev. Caggie Scruggs and Lexie Moore Scruggs. She is also preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Rev. Jeffery and Tracy Scruggs, Rhonda Scruggs, and Eric...

Aug 11, 2023

Burkett Levon Witt passed away on August 11, 2023 at the age of 97. He was preceded in death by his parents Henry Witt & Mary Bell Cates Witt of Athens Tn. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle that spanned five generations. He loved the Lord and his church, and his favorite song was “ Amazing...

Aug 8, 2023

John S. (Johnny) Mooney, age 76 of Etowah, Tn died Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in a local hospital. John Mooney was born to the union of William Edward and Elsie Marie Mooney. He was a graduate of J. L. Cook high school. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He was also a...

Jul 29, 2023

Minnie Louise Carden age 98, made her heavenly transition on Saturday morning July 29, 2023, at her home in Etowah, TN. She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Donna Mae Armstrong. She is also preceded in death by her husband Joe Carden, sisters Annie Mae Boyd, Charlene Scruggs, and Elizabeth Moss, and brother Joseph Armstrong.

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Jul 25, 2023

Zella Mae Smith age 85, departed life on earth for her heavenly life with Jesus on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family. Zella was the daughter of the late Harlan and Cordelia McCowan. Zella Mae worked at Athens Products and retired in the early 1990s.Zella was born in Niota, TN,...

Jul 9, 2023

Alvin Bruce “Big B” Wilkerson age 64 died Sunday, July 9, 2023 at his home in Athens, TN. He was born in Harriman, TN. and graduated from Harriman High School. He attended Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Athens, TN before his health began to fail. He served his country in the United States army during the Vietnam Era War...

Jul 8, 2023

Joann Brown- Jones age 69 of Cleveland, TN, passed July 8, 2023 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She attended Cleveland High School, and was employed as a seamstress with Hardwick Clothing for over 15 years. Joann loved her family, and having them around her. She attended Christian Fellowship Center of Cleveland, TN. and her desire was that...

Jun 28, 2023

Reva Moore, age 91 formerly of Meigs, County Tennessee and a long time resident of Chattanooga, TN died Wednesday, June 28, 2028 at Erlanger Medical Center.

Ms. Reva Moore taught herself to read and write, and was very well accomplished at handling her own business affairs, by writing her own checks and paying her own bills. She...

Jun 24, 2023

Wesley "Allen" Benton was a joyous person full of life. His passing came unexpectedly on Saturday, June 24th, 2023, at the age of 54. He leaves to mourn loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy through happy memories. Wesley ensured he lived a loving, caring life with a heart of gold. Wesley will forever remain with us...

Jun 1, 2023

Stanley Phillip ‘Phil’ Wilkerson age 66 passed Thursday , June 1, 2023 at a local health care facility in Athens, Tn. He was born in Oliver Springs, Tn and raised in Harriman, TN. He was a graduate of Harriman High School class of 1972, and served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era.

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May 29, 2023

Mallory Jo Westfield Barrett age 74 of Cleveland, TN went home to be with the Lord, Monday, May 29, 2023. She was a long-time member of Church of God Sanctified, Cleveland, TN where she served on the Mother’s Board. She was very stylish and loved to shop. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, and she loved to cook...

May 20, 2023

Charles Henry Jackson Sr. age 77 peacefully transitioned this life on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at his home in Etowah, TN. Formerly of Chattanooga, TN, Charles was the son of the late Henry Armour and Mattie Mae Jackson. He was a graduate of Howard High School in Chattanooga, TN, where he enjoyed playing on the Hustling Tigers football team....

May 12, 2023

Josephine Johnkins Arnwine, age 91 of Athens, TN, passed away on May 12, 2023 at Starr Regional Nursing Home in Etowah, TN.

Josephine was born on February 6, 1932 in Athens, TN. She was a 1950 graduate of J.L. Cook High School and had a long and successful career, retiring after many years of service...

May 6, 2023

George Thomas Bailey ‘Tommy’ , age 74 was called home Saturday, May 6, 2023. He was a native of Athens, Tn and spent a total of twenty-two years of Honorable service between the United States Air Force and the United States Navy earning a National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct (Second) Award,...