In Memory

INMEMORYVirginia Ann Sales Clark Sept. 18, 1950-July 31, 2011 Sadly missed by your husband, Napoleon B. Clark Sr., Sons, Reginald Henderson, Felix Clark, and Napoleon Jr. Grandchildren, Sisters, Brothers, and In-Laws. With Love, Napoleon Clark.

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• July 31, 2012

CLEVELAND Larry Lee Everhart, 73, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, passed away at his residence on Saturday, July 28, 2012.A funeral service is scheduled at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012, at the First Baptist Church located at 1275 Stuart ...

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• July 31, 2012

LEWIS CHAPEL LCDR Robert "Bubba" Gibson McLester III, died Sunday, July 29, 2012 at his residence.He was a member of Chapel Hill United Methodist Church, Shriners, Retired Naval Aviator, volunteer show diver at the Chattanooga Aquarium and a Master Chef.He ...

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• July 31, 2012

JASPER Betty Warren Dawson passed away at 9:41 CDT Monday, July 30, 2012, in Chattanooga after a lengthy illness.Funeral services: 2 p.m. CDT on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012.Visitation: 1 until 9 p.m. CDT Wednesday.Arrangements by Tate Funeral Home, Jasper, 423-942-9500.

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• July 31, 2012

Brent Taylor, 23, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2012.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 31, 2012

MEIGS COUNTY Aileen Gregory Legg died Sunday, July 29, 2012. Funeral services were 8 p.m. Monday in the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home.Burial will be in the Decatur Cemetery at 10 a.m. today. www.bowersfh.com.Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home and Cremation ...

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• July 31, 2012

LYNCHBURG, Va. Joyce Arlette Poe Hunter, 84, met her Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 26, 2012.Joyce was born on Oct, 2, 1927, in Chattanooga, a daughter of the late Herman Mitchell Poe and Jewell Lucille Howard Poe. Joyce was ...

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• July 31, 2012

ETOWAH James Lee Randolph, 65, died Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Woods MemorialHospital.Graveside service will be noon Wednesday at Idelwild Cemetery.Visitation 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at Ziegler Funeral Home.Ziegler Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of James Randolph.

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• July 31, 2012

Bill Purkey, 82, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. today at Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace. Visit www.lanefh.com to share condolences.

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• July 31, 2012

BENTON Reba Jones Burris, 80, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012.Survivors include brother, Clarence Jones; a niece and several nephews; several great-nieces and great-nephews.Funeral services will be at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012 in the chapel of Higgins Funeral ...

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• July 31, 2012

LaFAYETTE Ruby Lanier Richardson, 92, went to be with her Lord Friday July 27, 2012, at her home.Member of New Harvest Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Mathew and Elizabeth Mitchell Lanier; her husbands, Willard F. ...

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• July 31, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYRAYMOND THORNSept. 20, 1935 - July 31, 2011One year ago today, you left this earth for your new home in Heaven. You will always live on in my heart. I miss you more as each day passes, but I know ...

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• July 31, 2012

Jr.ROSSVILLE Russell Walter Higdon Jr., 76, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2012.He was born on Lookout Mountain, Ga., and has been a lifelong resident of Northwest Georgia. He worked at Tarvers Exxon Station for over 25 years as a mechanic. ...

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• July 31, 2012

Darlene Ann Gracy entered into rest on Sunday, July 29, 2012.Darlene was born in California but was a near lifelong resident of Hampton Roads. She lived her life with a strong faith in God and love of family.She was preceded ...

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• July 31, 2012

Ottis Dawayne Morris, 53, departed this life on Monday, July 23, 2012 at a local hospital. He was the only son born to Norma Jean Haddox and Henry Morris on Sept. 28, 1958 in Chattanooga.He attended East 5th Street School ...

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• July 31, 2012

Billy F. Harper, 69, of Red Bank, went to the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, July 29, 2012.He was a Vietnam Veteran in the Marine Corps and a member of the Vietnam Veterans. Billy has received the Purple Heart ...

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• July 31, 2012

John Richard Clem, 64, of Chattanooga, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012.Arrangements will be announced by Covenant Funeral & Cremation Service, Crox family owned and operated, www.CovenantFuneral.com.

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• July 31, 2012

Gerald "Jerry" Jerome Callahan, 57, of Chattanooga, died Sunday, July 29, 2012.Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Callahan Jr., and Marilyn Yvonne Laws; and brother, Danny Callahan.Survived by his daughter, Lacy Arvizu, of LaFayette; son, Jeremy Callahan, of LaFayette; ...

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• July 31, 2012

Eddie Dorsey Young Pittman, 68, of Chattanooga; hometown of Toccoa, Ga., passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Memorial Hospital.He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie and Lillie Pittman; sister, Kathy Pittman Burtch and niece, LaToya Hamilton ...

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• July 31, 2012

Cloria Chadwick Grider, 94, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2012 in a local healthcare facility.She was born on Oct. 20, 1917 in Rising Fawn, Ga., and was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area.Mrs. Grider was preceded in death ...

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• July 31, 2012

Jackie Dale Blake, 59, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, July 28, 2012, following a lengthy illness.He was a long-time resident of Chattanooga, and a graduate of Kirkman Technical High School. He was born to the late Olin ...

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• July 31, 2012

Doretha Dial Crossman, 65, of Hixson, passed away on Monday, July 30, 2012.She is survived by her husband, Warren S. Crossman; three sons; and three granddaughters.The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the North ...

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• July 31, 2012

Audrey Russell Jones, 98, of Ooltewah, entered Heavens gates on Sunday, July 29, 2012.She was born in Jackson, Miss., on May 30, 1914. An avid domino player and cross-word puzzle master, Audrey loved attending Bible study at the home of ...

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• July 31, 2012

William Jimmy Pitts, 72, of Chattanooga and a resident of Cape Coral, Fla., for the past 12 years, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012, at his home in Cape Coral surrounded by family members.He retired from Chrysler Corporation after ...

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• July 31, 2012

Gerald E. Raulston, 74, former resident of Hixson, went to be with Lord on Sunday, July 29, 2012.He lived in Clarkrange, Tenn., and was a member of Crab Orchard Church of God. Gerald retired from DuPont after 33 years of ...

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• July 31, 2012

Peggy Evans Meador, of East Ridge, left this earth Sunday, July 29, 2012, to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after a lengthy Illness. She was born Sept. 5, 1926.Peggy was a member of Brainerd United Methodist Church ...

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• July 31, 2012

DAYTON Henrietta Ann Hickman, 71, died Sunday, July 29, 2012, at Memorial Health Care.Service will be 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, with the Rev. Woodrow Forsythe officiating in the funeral home chapel.Visitation from noon until time of service Wednesday at ...

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• July 31, 2012

Cloria Chadwick Grider, 94, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2012 in a local healthcare facility.She was born on Oct. 20, 1917 in Rising Fawn, Ga., and was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area. Mrs. Grider was preceded in ...

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• July 30, 2012

Tennyson Mack, 94, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012 at his residence.He was of Baptist faith, served in the U.S. Army and was a retiree from ORNL.Survivors are, wife, Synovia Mack and son, Joseph Mack; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and ...

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• July 30, 2012

Troy E. Moore Sr, 50, of East Ridge passed away Friday, July 27, 2012 at his home. He was a graduate of East Ridge High School class of 1980. He had been employed for several years with Shaw Industries, but ...

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• July 30, 2012

TRENTON William Taylor Hughes, 73, died in a Chattanooga hospital Saturday evening July 28, 2012. He was a retired saddle manufacturer and owner. He was a lifelong member of the NRA.He was preceded in death by his parents, John Taylor ...

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• July 30, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYValencia (Lencie) MosleyJuly 30, 1959 - Sept. 29, 2011Mother, remembering you today on your Birthday.We miss you so much.Love you always,April, Cedric, Kai, CJ, Ced (B), Mom, Family and friends.

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• July 30, 2012

Otis Beene Jr., 84, of Soddy-Daisy, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012 in a local hospital. Services will be today, at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Chris Rutherford officiating. Burial will follow at Hamilton Memorial ...

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• July 30, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJAMAHA A. GARNERJuly 30, 1979- Nov. 19, 2009Its your Birthday. You are missed just as much as you were loved. Missed by your Mother and Family

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• July 30, 2012

James Curtis Akers Sr., 82, a resident of Ooltewah, Tenn., passed away at his residence Sunday morning, July 29, 2012.Survivors and arrangements will be announced later by Companion Funeral & Cremation Service who has charge of those arrangements.

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• July 30, 2012

Billy F. Harper, 69, of Red Bank, went to the arms of Jesus July 29, 2012, in a local hospital. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 1 at Chattanooga Memorial Park. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at ...

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• July 30, 2012

Peggy Evans Meador, of East Ridge died Sunday, July 29, 2012.Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday Aug. 2, at the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home Burial will be in Chattanooga National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from ...

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• July 30, 2012

Constance Morello Carson, 78, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012 in a local hospital. Funeral is today at noon in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Rosena Billingsley as the eulogist. Burial: Hamilton Memorial Gardens.

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• July 30, 2012

FYFFE William Andrew Sparks, 83, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012 in Dekalb Regional Hospital.Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Verlon Stiefel and Rev. Billy Todd officiating. Burial will ...

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• July 30, 2012

RINGGOLD Linda Gail Bearden, 59, died July 27, 2012.Survivors, Sons, Teddy Dewayne Gilreath, Gregory Michael Carter, Mitchell Aaron Carter; Brothers, Amos Cureton, Noah Cureton,9 Grandchildren; 2 Great-Grandchildren.Graveside service Noon today, at Rock Spring Cemetery.

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• July 30, 2012

FLATROCK Wanda Saylor Lance, 74, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Trinity Medical Center. Mrs. Lance was preceded in death by her parents, Kale and Jean Helton Saylor; son, Donnie Wayne Lance; daughter, Darlene Michelle Lance; sister, Marie Elliot; and ...

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• July 30, 2012

JASPER Waymon B. Parker, 64 , died at his home Saturday, July 28, 2012 after a three year battle with cancer, with his family by his side.He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a hero to his ...

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• July 30, 2012

ROME, Ga. John Raab, 77, died Saturday, July 28, 2012. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 31, at Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace, Interment will follow in Chattanooga Memorial Park. 423-877-3524. Visit www.lanefh.com to share condolences.

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• July 30, 2012

Eugene Townsend, 82, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012 at a local healthcare facility. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 30, 2012

SCOTTSBORO Janessa Grider, 42, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012 in Highland Medical Center.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today from the Skyline Church of God, with Rev. Mickey Skipper officiating. Burial will follow in Pike Haven Memorial ...

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• July 30, 2012

CLEVELAND Larry Everhart, 73, passed away at his residence Saturday, July 28, 2012.Survivors and arrangements will be announced later by Companion Funeral & Cremation Service who has charge of those arrangements.

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• July 30, 2012

RAINSVILLE, Ala. Essie Clines Fergurson, 87, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Collinsville Health Care. Funeral services will be held today, 4 p.m. from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Wesley's Chapel Cemetery. www.rainsvillefunerlahome.com. Visitation is today, from ...

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• July 30, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORY""Eddie D. WhiteApril 19, 1939 - July 30, 2011"My hair is nappy but my soul is happy"Glory 1260 WNOO and special friends join wife Carol, in remembrance of Bobby Q. Day. We remember Bobby with love and respect also.Bonnie and ...

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• July 30, 2012

Deborah Jean Blevins, 57, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at her residence.Deborah was born and spent many years in Ypsilanti, Mich., before moving to Chattanooga. She attended Hillcrest Baptist Church and had worked for Armando's on ...

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• July 30, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYAileen Bettis WatersJuly 30 2009 We think about you everyday, sadly missed by family. Jim (Betty), Donna Kay (Jim) Peggy (Norman)

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• July 30, 2012

Vernon Curtis Davis, 53, of Soddy-Daisy went home to live with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 27, 2012 at 11:20 a.m.Curtis worked for Tulake Beverage for 12 years. Left to forever cherish his memory are his loving parents, ...

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• July 30, 2012

RAINSVILLE, Ala. Ilene Wigley, 83, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at her residence. Funeral services will be held today, at 2 p.m. from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Straight Creek Church of God. www.rainsvillefuneralhome.com. Visitation is today, ...

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• July 30, 2012

Lauren Fay "Lori" Siltz, 49, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012 at her residence. Services will be held today, at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Justin Cox officiating. Condolences and memories may be shared ...

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• July 30, 2012

In Memory

tonJuly 30, 1990-June 4, 2011Happy 22nd Birthday, Our Loving Son, Today the Angels are singing Happy Birthday to you, while our hearts our filled with your love and wonderful memories. twenty-two years ago God gave us this precious baby boy, ...

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• July 30, 2012

Bill Purkey, 82, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. today at Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace. Visit ...

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• July 30, 2012

Paul Sedwick Cass, 73, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012, at his home surrounded by his loving family.Paul was born and raised in Augusta, Maine and was a graduate of Cony High School, class of 1957. Following graduation, Paul joined ...

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• July 29, 2012

RINGGOLD C L Akers, 77, died Saturday July 28, 2012 in a local hospital. Mr. Akers was a lifelong resident of the Apison and Ringgold area and was of the Methodist Faith.He was a son of the late Clifford and ...

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• July 29, 2012

SUMMERVILLE Mattie Maxey, 94, died Friday, July 27, 2012. Survivors, daughter, Barbara Knowles; 6 Grandchildren; 8 Great-Grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren. Graveside, 2 p.m. today, July 29, 2012, West Hill Cemetery.

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• July 29, 2012

Constance Morello Carson, 78, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012 in a local hospital. She retired from the Washington D.C. Police Department as a Mother Patrol. Survivors include her sons, Stephen (Sandra) Carson, of Chattanooga, Paul Carson, of ...

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• July 29, 2012

William "Bill" Eugene Purkey, 82, of Ooltewah, Tenn., went to live in Glory Saturday, July 28, 2012. He was born on Sept. 15, 1929 in Gastonia, N.C., to the late Hubert and Iva McCarver Purkey. He was preceded in death ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYPatricia Patton Norwood July 29, 1957-Dec. 28, 2011HAPPY BIRTHDAY A thousand times we needed you, A thousand times we cried. If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. A heart of gold stopped beating, Two twinkling ...

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• July 29, 2012

Sandra Gail Ware Watkins, 55, passed away on July 22, 2012 in Chattanooga, Tenn. She was an employee at Carestone Living.She was preceded in death by her father, Sylvester Ware, Sr. and sister, Sylvia Green.Survivors include her husband, Robert Louis ...

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• July 29, 2012

Melvin Tilley, 79, of East Ridge, Tenn., passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012 at his home.He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Aris Vernell Tilley; sons, Mike Tilley and John (Marilyn) Tilley; grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, Colin Tilley, Riann ...

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• July 29, 2012

Marge Krebs, 89, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in Chattanooga.Marge was born to Mary and Edward Barthel in Chicago, Ill. She married Kurt Krebs, and they had celebrated nearly 50 years of marriage. Marge, Kurt, and their two ...

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• July 29, 2012

MENLO, Ga. Charles Darrell Patterson, 60, died Thursday, July 26, 2012. Survivors, wife, Nancy Patterson; children, Jurome Patterson, Crystal Patterson Tucker; brothers, Steve Patterson, Ricky Patterson, Timothy Patterson; grandchildren, Leanna Porter, Zack Tucker. Services, 3:30 p.m. today, Mason Funeral Home. ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

CARD OF THANKSThe Family of the late Mrs. Elsie Collins extends appreciation to our family and friends for your prayers, phone calls, food, cards, floral tributes, and loving support during our bereavement for our loved one Mrs. Elsie Collins. We ...

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• July 29, 2012

FORT OGLETHORPE David Luther Davenport, 52, died Friday, July 27, 2012, in a local hospital.He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga, North Georgia area and of the Baptist faith. David co-owned/operated T.H.E. Road Service with wife, Daisy, for 25 ...

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• July 29, 2012

Arlettie "Lettie" Edwards, 87, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at a local health care facility.A native of New Jersey, Mrs. Edwards lived in the Chattanooga area since 1995 and worked much of that time at Rock City, a ...

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• July 29, 2012

RINGGOLD Glynn Michael Harris, 57, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012. He had lived in the North Georgia area for most of his life and was of the Christian faith. He was previously employed with Victory Signs and enjoyed playing ...

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• July 29, 2012

FORTOGLETHORPE Mary Gray Rockholt, 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 27, 2012. She had lived in the Chattanooga and North Georgia areas for most of her life and was a member of Spring ...

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• July 29, 2012

GERALDINE, Ala. Tommie Rucks, 76, passed away Friday, July 27, 2012 at his residence.Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. today, from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.Burial will follow in the Skirum Cemetery.The family received friends from 5-8 p.m. ...

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• July 29, 2012

Vernon Curtis Davis, 53, of Soddy-Daisy went home to live with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 27, 2012 at 11:20 a.m.Curtis worked for Tulake Beverage for 12 years. Left to forever cherish his memory are his loving parents, ...

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• July 29, 2012

Susie Careathers Owens, 82, of Chattanooga, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 22, 2012, in a local hospital.Funeral service will be at 2:30 p.m. today in the chapel with Pastor Timothy Careathers as the eulogist.Burial: at 10:30 ...

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• July 29, 2012

FORTPAYNE Emma Jean Humphreys, 73, passed away Friday, July 27, 2012 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Randy Salisbury officiating. Burial to follow in Mt. View ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYEugene (Red) A. FrazierJune 6, 1926 - July 29, 2011In LovingMemoryGreatly missed by your Daughters,Sue, Cindy and Carol

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• July 29, 2012

Betty Jones Langlitz went home to be with our Lord on June 27, 2012, while at St. Barnabas Rehab Center.Born on June 8, 1931 in Chattanooga, she lived there with her family until she was eight years old, the family ...

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• July 29, 2012

Deborah Jean Blevins, 57, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at her residence.Deborah was born and spent many years in Ypsilanti, Mich., before moving to Chattanooga. She attended Hillcrest Baptist Church and had worked for Armando's on ...

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• July 29, 2012

Timothy W. Henry, 55, of Chattanooga died Friday, July 27, 2012. He was preceded in death by his father Bill Henry; grandparents Herschel and Ruby Childress and Moanna Henry.Mr. Henry was a graduate of Brainerd High School. He was an ...

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• July 29, 2012

UPLAND, Calif. Lenice T. Jones passed away July 2nd, 2012. A native of Chattanooga, she attended Chattanooga Public Schools, graduating from Riverside High School in 1966. Local relatives include her father, James E. Jones, and brother Maurice (Mildred) Jones.A Memorial ...

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• July 29, 2012

ROME, Ga. John Raab, 77, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at his home. He was born Sept. 18, 1934 in Rome, Ga. John was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a long time employee of TVA at Widows ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

tonJuly 30, 1990-June 4, 2011Happy 22nd Birthday, Our Loving Son, Today the Angels are singing Happy Birthday to you, while our hearts our filled with your love and wonderful memories. twenty-two years ago God gave us this precious baby boy, ...

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• July 29, 2012

,Joseph Richard Nunn, Jr., 60, of Hixson, died Friday, July 27, 2012. He was predeceased by his wife, Deanna Egan Nunn.Survivors include four daughters, Trina Rene Cullings, Sabrina Louise Higgins, Samantha Ann Nunn and Megan Lynn Nunn; four granddaughters, Amber ...

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• July 29, 2012

Otis Beene Jr., 84, of Soddy-Daisy, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012 in a local hospital.He was a lifelong resident of Soddy-Daisy and of the Christian faith. Jr. retired from Teddy Jenkins Construction. He enjoyed the outdoors, collecting old ...

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• July 29, 2012

FORTPAYNE Lester R. Humphreys, Sr., 79, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Randy Salisbury officiating. Burial to follow in Mt. ...

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• July 29, 2012

Lauren Fay "Lori" Siltz, 49, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012 at her residence. She lived in Indiana most her life prior to moving to Chattanooga in 1993. Lori enjoyed her cats and loved being with her ...

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• July 29, 2012

WINCHESTER John Edwin Olmstead, 60, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 31 in the Moore-Cortner Chapel. Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 30, at the Moore-Cortner ...

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• July 29, 2012

LaFAYETTE John Williams, 64, died Friday, July 27, 2012.Survived, wife Virginia Williams; daughters Kerrie Cooper, Terri Kilgore, Amelia Burchett; sisters, Thelma Brown, Edna Sherwood, Ruth Asher, Louise Thomas, Loretta Helton, Maxine Harris; brother, Charlie Williams.Funeral, Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home today at ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

Eighteen years ago today you answered Gods Call. Our hearts hurt every day since youve been gone. It is by Gods Grace and Mercy we have made it. God gave you to us for seventeen wonderful years, and God has ...

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• July 29, 2012

CHICKAMAUGA Lewis Milton Bolt, 87, departed this life Friday, July 27, 2012.He was born in Chickamauga to the late William and Arizona Bolt. Lewis served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later retired from Combustion after 42 years of ...

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• July 29, 2012

Troy Moore, Sr. Troy E. Moore, Sr, 50, of East Ridge passed away Friday, July 27, 2012 at his home. He was a graduate of East Ridge High School class of 1980. He had been employed for several years with ...

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• July 29, 2012

ATHENS Cathy Sneed Moore, 48, died Friday, July 27, 2012.Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 30 at Ziegler Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 8 p.m.Graveside service is 10 a.m. Tuesday in Zion Hill Cemetery. Ziegler Funeral ...

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• July 29, 2012

LaFAYETTE Ruby Lanier Richardson, 92, went to be with her Lord Saturday July 27, 2012 at her home.Member of the New Harvest Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Matthew and Elizabeth Mitchell Lanier; her husbands Willard ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJoann WilsonMay 25, 1940-July 30, 2011It has been a year ago that you left us to be with the Lord in heaven. Each day we miss you more and more. Your love is in our hearts. Your memory lives within ...

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• July 29, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORY , Jr."JMoney" Jan. 30, 1988 -July 28, 2011I can not put into words how heavy my heart is. How day after day I ask myself why? How could this be, Lord? My Son, my third Son, my Hero- " ...

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• July 28, 2012

HUNTLAND Billy Wayne Posey, 56, passed from this life on Thursday, July 26, 2012, at his home.A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. today, July 28, in the Moore-Cortner Chapel.Interment in Beech Grove Cemetery.Arrangements by Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, ...

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• July 28, 2012

LaFAYETTE Juanita Brock, 84, died peacefully in her home on Thursday, July 26, 2012.Juanita was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Wayne Brock.She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis (Jimmy) Stancil, of Clearwater, Fla.; and son, Denny ...

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• July 28, 2012

Cora Dickerson, 92, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012, in a local health care facility.Cora was a long time member of First Calvary Baptist Church on Bell Avenue and retired from Signal Knitting Mills. Cora was the wife ...

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• July 28, 2012

Susie Careathers Owens, 82, of Chattanooga, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 22, 2012, in a local hospital.She was a graduate of Howard High School. She was employed by S&W Cafeteria for many years. She then became ...

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• July 28, 2012

KNOXVILLE Mary Carol Harvey, 79, formerly of Griffin, Ga., passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Knoxville.She was born Sept. 13, 1932 in Griffin, Ga., the daughter of the late Ellis and Hettie Colquitt. Carol was a loving wife, married ...

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• July 28, 2012

LaFAYETTE Victoria Ann "Vickie" White, 46, lost her battle with breast cancer, Friday, July 27, 2012. But in doing so won her victory in Heaven.Vickie was a deeply loved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, teacher and friend. Vickie attended ...

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• July 28, 2012

In Memory

KATHY JEAN DELANEYJuly 28, 1951 - Dec. 28, 2005Happy Birthday Mama!We love you and miss you.Love, Kim, Freeman Anthony, Cicely, Jamila

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• July 28, 2012

Diane Fletcher Peterson, formerly of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.She leaves behind husband, Ronald Peterson Sr.; daughter, Simone; son, Ronald Jr.; siblings, Dennis Fletcher, Calvin (Brenda) and Jesse (Marnita) Foster, all of Chattanooga and Aaron Foster Jr., of ...

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• July 28, 2012

Ricky Dale Walker, 59, of Sale Creek, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2012.He was preceded in death by his parents, Truman and Doris Walker; and brother, Wayne Walker.Survivors include sons, Ricky Walker Jr., Robbie Walker and Punch Walker; brothers, ...

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• July 28, 2012

sDixie Lea Simpson-Broyles, infant daughter of Kathalene Simpson and Devin Broyles passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012.She was loved by her moma and daddy very much and will be missed by everyone. She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, ...

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• July 28, 2012

RINGGOLD Kathryne "Granny Kat" Chastain, 93, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at her residence.She was a native of South English, Iowa, being born there on July 19, 1919, a daughter of the late Homer and Mabel King. She ...

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• July 28, 2012

In Memory

James Tate Thomas July 28, 1919-Sept. 29, 2011 Happy Rebirth in HeavenMy uncle, the most perfect man I knew.Our loss is Heavens GainLinda

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• July 28, 2012

HENAGAR Michael N. Cheatwood, 58, died Thursday, June 26, 2012.He is survived by father, Charlie D. Cheatwood, of Henagar; ex-spouse, Debra Cheatwood, of Section; brother and sister-in-law, Junior and Evelyn Ford, of Henagar; niece, Angela (Darren) Westbrook, of Fort Payne; ...

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• July 28, 2012

FORT OGLETHORPE David Luther Davenport, 52, died Friday, July 27, 2012, in a local hospital.He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga, North Georgia area and of the Baptist faith. David co-owned/operated T.H.E. Road Service with wife, Daisy, for 25 ...

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• July 28, 2012

Jr.Aldean "John Willie" Blackmon Jr., 62, passed away in his home on Tuesday, July 17, 2012.He was preceded in death by his father, Aldean Blackmon Sr.; and mother, Mrs. Bessie Blackmon.His survivors include his daughter, Felicia A. Blackmon, Cincinnati, Ohio; ...

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• July 28, 2012

SOUTH PITTSBURG John Daniel Lankford, 86, died Thursday, July 26, 2012, at Grandview Medical Center.He was born July 24, 2012, He was preceded in death by mother, Mae Lankford; daughter, Janice Lankford; and sister, Virginia Hall.Mr. Lankford was a WWII ...

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• July 28, 2012

FYFFE Johnnie Q. Bell, 84, died Friday, July 27, 2012 at Huntsville Hospital.Funeral services at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 29, from Nazareth Baptist Church.Burial in Nazareth Baptist Church Cemetery.Visitation will be at Rainsville Funeral Home from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. today ...

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• July 28, 2012

Benjamin Fredrick Wine, 87, of McDonald, Tenn., went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 26, 2012.Ben was born in Logan, Ohio, and had been a resident of the Chattanooga area since 1968. He served his country in the ...

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• July 28, 2012

Marge Krebs, 89, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in Chattanooga.Marge was born to Mary and Edward Barthel in Chicago, Ill. She married Kurt Krebs, and they had celebrated nearly 50 years of marriage. Marge, Kurt, and their two ...

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• July 28, 2012

Paul Sedwick Cass, 73, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012, at his home surrounded by his loving family.Paul was born and raised in Augusta, Maine and was a graduate of Cony High School, class of 1957. Following graduation, Paul joined ...

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• July 28, 2012

Anthony Price, 57, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at his residence.The body will lie in state at 11 a.m. today with the funeral to follow at noon in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Ternae ...

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• July 28, 2012

William Walton Muse, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 27, 2012 at his residence.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga, Inc.

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• July 28, 2012

RINGGOLD Barbara Christian Potts Cobble, 77, died on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at her residence.Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. today, July 27, at Rock Spring United Methodist Church with Rev. Jerry Peele officiating.Interment will follow in Rock ...

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• July 27, 2012

Briggs Smith, 53 of Chattanooga, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 23, 2012.Briggs was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and was the son of the late Charles and Clyde Smith. He was a 1977 graduate of ...

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• July 27, 2012

MENLO Robert Lamar McGill, 80, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012. Survivors include wife, Kathleen McGill; daughter, Robin (Billy) Sumrall; sister, Geneva Busby; three grandchildren.Funeral services are 3 p.m. Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Mason Funeral Home, Summerville.Visitation is 6 until ...

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• July 27, 2012

Betty C. Owens, 88, of Chattanooga passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in an area nursing facility.She is survived by her sons, George Lee Rohrscheib and Paul J. Mann; daughters, Mary Ann Mann and Betty Rohrscheib; stepdaughter, Barbara Jean Disselkamp; ...

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• July 27, 2012

Paul Sedwick Cass, 73, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Graveside services will be 12:30 p.m. Monday, July 30, at National Cemetery with full Military Honors.Visit www.lanefh.com to share condolences.Visitation is 4-8 ...

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• July 27, 2012

SPENCER Freddy Dodson, 60, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012.Graveside service will be 11 a.m. CDT Saturday at Longwood Cemetery.Online condolences can be made at www.reedfamilyfh.com.Arrangements by Putnam-Reed Funeral Home, Pikeville, Tenn.

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• July 27, 2012

FYFFE Roberta Izola McBrayer, 86, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at her residence.Funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 27, from W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.Burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

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• July 27, 2012

Walter Francis Gervais, 64, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, July 23, 2012.He was born in Worcester, Mass. on Aug. 17, 1947 to the late Alfred Gervais and Claire DeFosse Gervais. He was raised in California ...

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• July 27, 2012

Arlettie "Lettie" Edwards, 87, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at a local health care facility.A native of New Jersey, Mrs. Edwards lived in the Chattanooga area since 1995 and worked much of that time at Rock City, a ...

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• July 27, 2012

CALHOUN Rebecca Jean McDaniel, 56, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012.Funeral service at noon Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church, Calhoun with the Rev. Michael Sherman as eulogist and the Rev. Reginald McDaniel officiating.Interment in Gordon Memorial Gardens.Arrangements by Willis Funeral ...

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• July 27, 2012

SrRoy Lester Sturdivant Sr., 78, departed this life on Monday, July 23, 2012 at a local hospital.He was born was born May 21, 1934.He was preceded in death by his parents, A. Elizabeth and Ralph Sturdivant Sr.; brothers, Ralph Jr., ...

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• July 27, 2012

Anthony Price, 57, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at his residence.He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and retired from TVA.He was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Price Jr.; mother, Annie Kate ...

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• July 27, 2012

COLLINSVILLE Judy Shankles Sargent, 50, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at her residence.Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 28, from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel.Burial in Town Creek Cemetery. www.rainsvillefuneralhome.com.Visitation will be from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. today and ...

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• July 27, 2012

ROSSVILLE Dale J. Payne, 75, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012.Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.com.Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today, July 27, in the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home with the Rev. Ricky Gravely officiating.Burial ...

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• July 27, 2012

Charles Lane, 73, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012.Memorial services for family and friends will be announced at a later date by Lane Funeral Home, 601 Ashland Terrace, 423-877-3524.

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• July 27, 2012

Sr.Joseph Allen Smith Sr., 57, of Soddy-Daisy, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012.He was the son of the late Glyn Willard and Mary Bell Smith.Joseph was born in Waycross, Ga., grew up in Jacksonville, Fla. and was a longtime ...

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• July 27, 2012

Constance Morrello Carson, 78, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in a local hospital.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 27, 2012

Barbara Ann Cook, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012, in a Nashville hospital.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 27, 2012

Samuel King, 65, of Chattanooga, passed peacefully at home Monday, July 23, 2012, surrounded by his family. Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lane Funeral Home, Ashland Terrace, with Rev. Jerry Merciers officiating.The family will receive ...

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• July 27, 2012

Sr.BIRMINGHAM Bertram Frank Ferrell Sr., passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at age 93.Born in Old Hickory, Tenn., Bert loved his family, country and music. He expressed his strong faith in God through his singing in church choirs all of ...

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• July 27, 2012

TUPELO Paul Lamar Thomas, 50, died Thursday, July 26, 2012 at his residence in the Palmetto Community of Lee County.Paul was born in Chattanooga, on Aug. 12, 1961 to Walter G. Thomas and Elizabeth Thomas. He lived his growing up ...

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• July 27, 2012

Jr.Aldean "John Willie" Blackmon Jr., 62, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in his home.He was preceded in death by his father, Mr. Aldean Blackmon Sr.; and mother, Mrs. Bessie Blackmon.His survivors include his daughter, Felicia A. Blackmon, Cincinnati, Ohio; ...

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• July 27, 2012

Jr.SUMMERVILLE Joe DeForest Eleam Jr., 90, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Survivors, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tom and Vonnie Phillips; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Funeral is 11 a.m. Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Mason Funeral Home.Visitation is 10 until ...

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• July 27, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJune 22, 1929-July 27, 2002 Always in our hearts and thoughts. Sadly missed. Your children, Nancy, Freida and Rick.

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• July 27, 2012

ROGERSVILLE Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Robinson, 89 formerly of Sherwood, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012.Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Friday at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home.Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 28, at Christ Church Monteagle.Interment in Mt. View Cemetery.Moore-Cortner ...

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• July 27, 2012

Clifford Hitchcock, 71, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 in Chattanooga.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 27, 2012

RINGGOLD Gearldean Putnam 73, made her transition from this life to her heavenly father on Tuesday, July 24, 2012.She was courageous in her battle against Rheumatic Heart and Pulmonary Hypertension.She was a lifelong resident of Ringgold and with her husband ...

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• July 27, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJulia Ann CallowayNov. 23, 1953-July 27, 2011Forever in our hearts! We love and miss you!!Rodney, Corey, LaTonya, Michael and Shay

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• July 27, 2012

MARIETTA J.C. Lightning, 74, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012.Service at 2 p.m. Saturday at New Hope Baptist Church of Rydal, Ga., with Pastor E.L. Bush officiating.Family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. today.Interment in Fairview ...

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• July 27, 2012

James Edward Lewis, 88, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 26, 2012, in a local health care facility.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 27, 2012

Lisa Krueger Stone, 48, of Signal Mountain, went home to Heaven to live with our God and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, July 23, 2012, after a brave and gallant fight with cancer.Lisa is survived by her beloved son, William ...

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• July 27, 2012

ROSSVILLE Charlotte Vann Hollis, 75, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at her residence.She was a lifelong resident of Rossville and 1955 graduate of Rossville High School. Mrs. Hollis was affectionately known as Pickle. Her professional career was spent at Combustion ...

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• July 27, 2012

TRENTON Johnnie Dixson Justus, 94, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Hospice Care Center of East Brainerd.Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Helon and Hurbert Middlebrooks; grandchildren, Monica (Tim) Cardin, Herbert (Sheila) Middlebrooks Jr., Christopher (Lora) Middlebrooks, Maronica (Kevin) Blackmon, Daniel ...

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• July 27, 2012

ALTAMONT Taylor Rymer, 84 of the Skymont Community, passed away at his home Wednesday, July 25, 2012.He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, Farmer, Logger, Bank Courier and was a member and deacon at Airview Baptist Church. ...

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• July 27, 2012

Sr.Percy Lee Billings Sr., 70, (Retired, M.Sgt.) of Titusville, Fla., passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2012.He is survived by two daughters, Areita Rena Billings and Patricia Billings; one son Percy Billings Jr.; a sister, Lequata Billings; two brothers, George ...

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• July 26, 2012

RINGGOLD Barbara Christian Potts Cobble, 77, died on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at her residence.She was the daughter of the late Roy and Clara Christian. Barbara was a member of Rock Spring United Methodist Church. She was member of the ...

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• July 26, 2012

Jerry "Barney" Daugherty, 61, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012.Survivors: wife, Charlotte Daugherty; and son, Nick Daugherty.Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home.At Barneys request he wanted all car club members to drive their antique cars ...

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJuly 26, 1934 - June 27, 2012"Happy Birthday"We love you today, tomorrow and forever.You had a heart of gold and we miss you dearly.We know you are singing with the angels now with your beautiful voice.Love, JoAnn, Candy, Scott, Darla, ...

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• July 26, 2012

Eugene Wooten, 82, of Chattanooga, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 24, 2012.He was born on Dec. 15, 1929, son of the late Walter and Beulah Wooten. Mr. Wootens military career spanned ...

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYSept 12, 1927 - July 26, 2011Mother, Its only been a year but if feels like its been a lifetime. We love you and miss you and will see you soon.Love, Your Family

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• July 26, 2012

Dr. Dr. Therman Parks Hudson, 92, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012, at his home.Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today in the Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Billy Dean officiating.Interment will follow at Forest Hills ...

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• July 26, 2012

FORT PAYNE Robert L. Akins, 80, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at his residence.Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Saturday from W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.Burial in Walkers Chapel.Family will receive 5-8 p.m. today, July 27.

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• July 26, 2012

Dr. Calvin Janssen went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, July 23, 2012.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Wayne Barber officiating. Burial will follow ...

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• July 26, 2012

ROSSVILLE Garland Ray Sexton, 76, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at his residence.Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. today in the South Crest Chapel with Pastor Chris Hulsey, Clarence Boyle, and Kaden Llewellyn officiating.Entombment will follow ...

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• July 26, 2012

Samuel King, 65, of Chattanooga, passed peacefully at home Monday, July 23, 2012, surrounded by his family. Samuel was a tile setter for all his life. He loved the Lord and his family. He was a loving father, husband and ...

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

July 26, 1957-April 8, 2010Sadly Missed!Love, Mom, Brothers, Nieces and Nephews, Friends Chris, Beth and Angela

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• July 26, 2012

Anthony "Red" Kyles, 61, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012.He was born on May 29, 1951 in Chattanooga, to Marie and Edward Kyles who preceded him in death. Also, preceding him in death are his brothers, James Ice and ...

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• July 26, 2012

POWELLS CROSSROADS 1 Doyle Davis, 70, died Wednesday morning, July 25, 2012, at his home.He was a member of Kellys Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder.He was preceded in death by parents, Earl and Willie "Bib" ...

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• July 26, 2012

Tennyson Mack, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012, at his residence.Arrangements will be announced by Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services, Franklin-Strickland-Pinkard-Bryan-Smith Funeral Directors, 1724 McCallie Ave., 423-265-4414.

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• July 26, 2012

IDER Russell Donald "Don" Kessler, 53, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at his residence.Survivors include, wife, Debby Holland Kessler; father, Russell Kessler; brothers, Danny Kessler and Clayton O'Neal, aunt, Marjorie Cook; step-father, Wayne Duke; several stepchildren and stepgrandchildren. Don was ...

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• July 26, 2012

Sr.William W. "Bill" Manning Sr. 90, of East Ridge, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at his home.He was born Feb. 21, 1922, in Chattanooga to the late Robert P. and Mona Manning. He was preceded in death by his wife ...

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYSGT. "BROTHER"May 18, 1958-July 26, 2011We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday and the the days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. ...

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• July 26, 2012

Rodney Dale Miller, 30, of Soddy-Daisy, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 22, 2012.Services will be at noon today, July 26, 2012, in the funeral home chapel with Jeff Gann officiating.Burial will follow at Harris Cemetery.Condolences ...

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• July 26, 2012

SAVANNAH SFC Wayne Conley, U.S. Army (Retired), 72, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012, under the care of Hospice Savannah.Mr. Conley was born on July 25, 1940 in Chattanooga, the son of the late John Ishmael and Lenora Hamilton Conley. He ...

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• July 26, 2012

Dorsey Young Pittman, 68, passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2012 at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

Patrick WeaverMay 17, 1969 - July 26, 2010A heart of gold stopped beating, two shining eyes at rest. God broke our hearts to prove, He only takes the best. God knows you had to leave us, but you did not ...

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• July 26, 2012

Briggs Smith, 53 of Chattanooga, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 23, 2012.Briggs was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and was the son of the late Charles and Clyde Smith. He was a 1977 graduate of ...

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• July 26, 2012

ROSSVILLE Dale J. Payne, 75, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012.He was a member of Bible Baptist Church and had retired from Astec Industries after 20 years of service. His passions in life were spending time with his family and ...

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• July 26, 2012

Sr.Joseph Allen Smith Sr., 57, of Soddy-Daisy, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012.He was the son of the late Glyn Willard and Mary Bell Smith.Joseph was born in Waycross, Ga., grew up in Jacksonville, Fla. and was a longtime ...

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• July 26, 2012

RAINSVILLE Virgil C. Sanders, 80, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at his residence.Survivors include wife, Glenda; children, stepchildren grandchildren and stepgrandchildren.Memorial services will be at 4 p.m. CDT Saturday, July 28, from Mountain View Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Jim ...

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• July 26, 2012

Jr.Charles Williams, Jr., of Chattanooga departed this life Thursday, July 19, 2012.Mr. Williams was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force and retired after 22 years of service for his country.He was preceded in death by his parents, Prances ...

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• July 26, 2012

RINGGOLD Gearldean Putnam 73, made her transition from this life to her heavenly father on Tuesday, July 24, 2012.She was courageous in her battle against Rheumatic Heart and Pulmonary Hypertension.She was a lifelong resident of Ringgold and with her husband ...

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• July 26, 2012

DELANO 0151 Diane Brown, 51, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at her residence.Funeral service 2 p.m. Friday, July 27, in the South Chapel, Bordwine Funeral Home.Interment following service at Delano Cemetery.Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. today, at the funeral home.Arrangements ...

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• July 26, 2012

Trenton James Douglas "Doug" Miller, 82, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012.He was a lifelong resident of Dade County, retired from Combustion Engineering, former Dade County Commissioner of Roads and Revenue 1972-1976, was a member of St. Elmo Church of ...

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• July 26, 2012

SUMMERVILLE William Floyd "Billy" Noles, 72, died July 24, 2012. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Friday, July 27, 2012 at Mason Funeral Home.Visitation is 6 until 8 p.m. today. For guestbook, please go online to www.masonfuneralhome.com.

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• July 26, 2012

Sr.MOULTRIE William Preston Coleman Sr., 69, passed away Oct. 7, 2010, in Albany, Ga.He was preceded in death by his parents, David Preston Coleman and Odessa Parks Coleman MeLemore; and son, James Daniel Coleman.He is survived by son, William (Margaret) ...

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• July 26, 2012

RINGGOLD Karen Lynn Sarg, 48, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at her residence.Karen grew up in Florida, lived in California for 12 years, and was a resident of Catoosa County for five years. She was of the Methodist Lutheran ...

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

James (Jim) Thomas July 26, 1938-April 10, 2011 Happy Birthday my Brother, My friend. I miss you.Your Sister, Linda

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• July 26, 2012

TRENTON David Eugene Butler, 58, died Monday, July 23, 2012.Visit www.RyanFuneralHome.net to share memories and condolences and to view full obituary.There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Mr. Butler will be cremated according to his wishes.Arrangements by Ryan ...

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• July 26, 2012

RISING FAWN Louisa Jane Powell, a lifelong resident of Rising Fawn, 91 passed away July 25, 2012.She was a homemaker and attended Sulphur Springs Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Powell; daughter, Pam Chapman; parents, ...

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• July 26, 2012

BIRMINGHAM Bertram Frank Ferrrell, 93, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2012.Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Avondale United Methodist Church in Birmingham. The family will receive friends after the service.Burial will be Monday, July ...

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• July 26, 2012

BRIDGEPORT Kathy Lawson, 57, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Visitation will be from 10-9 p.m. CDT today and the Funeral will be at 2 p.m. CDT Friday, July 27, from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Stevenson.Interment will be in ...

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• July 26, 2012

FRANKLIN SPRINGS Elmaise T. Register, 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 12, 2012, after a lengthy battle of cancer.She was raised in Quincy, Fla., but lived in Franklin Springs, Ga., at the time of her passing. She had previously ...

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• July 26, 2012

EVANS Agnes Wren Terry, 95, wife of 62 years to the late Fred L. Terry Sr., entered into rest on Monday, July 23, 2012.Agnes was a resident of Chattanooga from 1963 until 1986. She was a former member of Brainerd ...

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• July 26, 2012

SUMMERVILLE Jewel "Judy" Preston, 75, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2012. She had lived most of her life in the Chattanooga and North Georgia area where she retired from Roper in 2002 with 10 years of service.She was preceded in ...

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

William "Bucky" E. HousleyJuly 26, 1954-Feb. 21, 1996HAPPY BIRTHDAY little brother. Miss you every day!Your Sisters and Brothers,Bernice Sale

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• July 26, 2012

In Memory

Blanche Willette Smith Oct. 1, 1930-July 25, 2000We love and miss you.Your Family

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• July 25, 2012

Dr. Dr. Therman Parks Hudson, 92, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012, at his home.He was born in Lincoln County, Tenn., on March 7, 1920, the son of James Berry and Monia B. Hudson, and was raised in ...

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• July 25, 2012

Sr.Billy Ray Hurt Sr., 70, East Ridge, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in a local health care facility.He was a member of Edgewood Baptist Church where he was a Deacon and attended the Victory Bible Class. Mr. Hurt was retired ...

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• July 25, 2012

BRYANT Samuel Rafe Whited, infant son of James and Katelin Whited, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012.Survivors also include grandparents, Billy and Kathy Gilliam, Gerald and Malana Whited; aunts and uncles.Graveside service will be at 4 p.m. EDT today, July ...

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• July 25, 2012

Dr. Calvin Janssen went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, July 23, 2012.He was born in 1925 to Fred and Lulu Janssen who preceded him in death. Calvin was a graduate of Tennessee Temple University ...

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• July 25, 2012

Samuel King, 65, of Chattanooga, passed peacefully at home Monday, July 23, 2012, surrounded by his family. Samuel was a tile setter for all his life. He loved the Lord and his family. He was a loving father, husband and ...

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• July 25, 2012

Sr.William W. "Bill" Manning Sr. 90, of East Ridge, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at his home.He was born Feb. 21, 1922, in Chattanooga to the late Robert P. and Mona Manning. He was preceded in death by his wife ...

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• July 25, 2012

Rodney Dale Miller, 30, of Soddy-Daisy, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 22, 2012.Rodney was preceded in death by his "Papaw" Benny Hackler and "Mamaw" Emma Lee Miller. He was employed by Card Paving of Soddy-Daisy.Those ...

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• July 25, 2012

Wilma Clarice Jones Montgomery entered into rest Thursday, July 19, 2012.She was born in Chicago, Ill., in 1924. Worked at Illinois Bell for over 15 years. She was also a cosmetologist by trade.Preceded in death by her parents, Rev. William ...

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• July 25, 2012

Shirley Jean Mullis, 77, of Chattanooga, died Monday, July 2, 2012 at her home.Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. today in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Patrick Cooper officiating.Interment will be in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.The family will receive ...

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• July 25, 2012

Gayle Alvis Nyman, 68, of Sale Creek, formerly of Haw River, N.C., passed away on Monday, July 23, 2012, at her home with her loving family by her side.Mrs. Nyman was a loving mother and grandmother and had a passion ...

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• July 25, 2012

Jean Petty, 81 years of age, passed away on Saturday, July 21, 2012, at her residence in Evanston, Ill.Jean and her husband, Dr. Glenn Petty, who preceded her in death, raised their family and resided in Chattanooga from 1962 until ...

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• July 25, 2012

Margaret N. Skinner, 70, of East Ridge, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at her home.Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.com.Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. today, July 25, 2012, in the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral ...

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• July 25, 2012

Lisa Krueger Stone, 48, of Signal Mountain, went home to Heaven to live with our God and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, July 23, 2012, after a brave and gallant fight with cancer.Lisa is survived by her beloved son, William ...

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• July 25, 2012

Ida Richards Strickland, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012, at a local hospital.She grew up in St. Elmo, attended Calvin Donaldson School and graduated from Howard High School in 1959. She was retired from Dixie Yarns after 35 ...

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• July 25, 2012

ROSSVILLE Wallace Hilburn Hodge, 75, died Sunday, July 22, 2012, at his residence. He was a lifelong resident of North Georgia and was of the Christian faith. Mr. Hodge was retired from Carpets of Dalton and was formerly employed with ...

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• July 25, 2012

Roy Lester Sturdivant, 78, passed away on Monday, July 23, 2012, at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 25, 2012

Eugene Wooten, 82, of Chattanooga, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 24, 2012.He was born on Dec. 15, 1929, son of the late Walter and Beulah Wooten. Mr. Wootens military career spanned ...

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• July 25, 2012

COWAN Lillian Farmer, 86, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012.A Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Moore-Cortner Chapel.Interment in Cowan Montgomery Cemetery, Cowan.Visitation 5 to 8 p.m. today, July 25, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, Winchester . ...

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• July 25, 2012

TUNNEL HILL Fannie Sue Epps, 77, died Monday, July 23, 2012.Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday from the chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill.The family will receive friends from 5 until 9 p.m. today.Online condolences may ...

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• July 25, 2012

TULLAHOMA J.D. Martin, 94, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012, at Life Care Center in Tullahoma.Visitation will be 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. today at Tullahoma Funeral Home.Service at 1 p.m. today in the chapel.Burial will follow in Smith Chapel ...

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• July 25, 2012

JASPER Donal "Donnie" Matthews, 83, went home to be with the Lord and his loving wife, Carolyn on Monday, July 23, 2012.Donnie served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army from 1950-1952 and was a well-known retired portrait frame artist. ...

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• July 25, 2012

LYNCHBURG Crystal Gail Neely, 35, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012, at Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma.The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, July 27, 2012, at Jennings Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 181 Majors ...

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• July 25, 2012

Jr.JASPER Chesley Jackson Phillips Jr., 47, died Friday, July 20, 2012, at his home.Chesley was the son of Chesley "C.J." Jackson and Jimmie Sue Hester Phillips born Jan. 28, 1965 in Fort Payne, Ala. He was a graduate of Northwest ...

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• July 25, 2012

PIKEVILLE Winona Faye Prater, 87, passed away on Monday July 23, 2012.Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday.The family will receive friends beginning at 1 p.m. today. Please share your thoughts online with the family at www.pikevillefuneralhome.com Pikeville ...

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• July 25, 2012

NIOTA James Christopher "Boola" Ratledge, 37, passed away Monday morning, July 23, 2012, at Athens Regional Medical Center.Funeral will be 6 p.m. Thursday at Union McMinn Baptist Church.Burial in UnionMcMinn Cemetery.Visitation 4-6 p.m. Thursday at the church.Ziegler Funeral Home, Athens, ...

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• July 25, 2012

LYNCHBURG Annie Katherine Smith, 70, passed away on Monday, July 23, 2012, at her home.Funeral at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Moore-Cortner Chapel. Interment will be in Cumberland Cemetery.Visitation 5 to 8 p.m. today, July 25, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, ...

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• July 25, 2012

BENTON Thelma E. Turner Woody, 92, died Monday, July 23, 2012 Survivors include children, James Woody, Carole Pirtle and Deborah Carver; step-children, Pauline Woody and Jasper Woody.Funeral held 8 p.m. today at Higgins Funeral Home.Interment is noon CDT Thursday in ...

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• July 25, 2012

IVCHATSWORTH Benny F. Bridgman IV, 75, son of Benny F. and Delia Bridgman III, loving husband and soul mate of Pat changed addresses to his permanent home Sunday afternoon, July 22, 2012, to be with his loving Father and his ...

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• July 25, 2012

Johnine ByrdRINGGOLD Johnine Flo Young Byrd, died on Saturday, July 21, 2012 at Erlanger Hospital. She was surrounded by her family as she departed this earthly life for her eternal home in heaven. Johnine was the youngest daughter of John ...

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• July 25, 2012

LaFAYETTE Ray Collier, 81, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012.Survived by granddaughter, Nikki Bourget; grandsons, Micah Vinyard and Chris Henderson.Funeral at noon Thursday at Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home with service conducted by Brother Wilton Grimes.Interment in Chattanooga National Cemetery.Visitation 6 to 8 ...

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• July 25, 2012

RINGGOLD Palmer Ray Collins, 52, departed this life Sunday, July 22, 2012.He was born in Chattanooga to the late Robert and Cora Collins. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Joe Snyder and Robert Collins Jr. Survivors include ...

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• July 25, 2012

Maxine GangROSSVILLE 79, died Monday, July 23, 2012, in a local health care facility.She devoted the majority of her life as a wife, mother, grandmother and servant for the Lord. Mrs. Gang was a native of Dekalb County, Ala., a ...

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• July 25, 2012

MORROW Emmadeane Garner, 82, died Saturday, July 21, 2012.Survivors are daughters, Julia Bruce, Angela (Curtis) Seelhammer; two grandchildren.Graveside service is 4 p.m. today, July 25, 2012, at New Hope South Cemetery.Visitation is 1 until 3 p.m. today at Mason Funeral ...

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• July 25, 2012

MENLO Elsie Cooper Grogan, 93, died Sunday, July 22, 2012. Survivors, children, Bub (Wanda) Cooper, Ann Ward, Joan DuBois; brothers, Bud Dempsey, Tab Dempsey; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Graveside service is 11 a.m. Friday, July 27, at Macedonia Cemetery. Visitation ...

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• July 25, 2012

ROSSVILLE Dale Payne, 75, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012 in a local hospital.Arrangements will be announced by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

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• July 25, 2012

ROSSVILLE Garland Ray Sexton, 76, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at his residence.Mr. Sexton was a native of Sevier County, Tenn., and a graduate of Harrison-Chilhowee Academy. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Army and a ...

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• July 25, 2012

RINGGOLD Catherine Ruth ORourke Smith, 59, went to rest peacefully with our Lord, Saturday, July 21, 2012.Beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend.She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Margaret ORourke, of New Orleans, La.Left to cherish her ...

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• July 25, 2012

ROSSVILLE Ida Stoner, 91, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at a local health care facility.Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.com.In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga at 4411 Oakwood Dr., Chattanooga, TN 37416.Funeral services ...

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• July 25, 2012

WETUMPKA Larry Roger Green, 65, died Friday, July 20, 2012.He is survived by his wife, Dawn Green; son, William Roger "Billy" (Elizabeth) Green Sr; grandson, William Roger Green Jr.In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to Baptist Hospice.Online guestbook available ...

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• July 25, 2012

ALBERTVILLE Angel Tomas Jimenez, infant son of Andres Francisco and Eugenia Jimenez, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012, at DeKalb Regional Hospital.Graveside service at 3 p.m. today, July 25, at Rainsville Park Cemetery.W.T. Wilson Funeral Home in charge.

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• July 25, 2012

RINGGOLD Margie McCraw Pierce, 90, went to her heavenly home on Monday, July 23, 2012.She was a lifelong resident of Ringgold and faithful member of Gospel Way Baptist Church, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, truly the heart of her ...

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• July 25, 2012

Van Buren RodenVan Buren Roden, 96, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012 in Chattanooga.He is survived by a daughter, Mary Jo Ross; son-in-law, Tim Ross, Chattanooga; two granddaughters, Ann-Marie (Chad) Irons, Florence, Ala., and Elizabeth (Brian) Mores, Helena, Ala.; and ...

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• July 25, 2012

BRIDGEPORT Sheila Rhea Guess Stewart, 61, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga.Funeral service will be at 3 p.m. today, July 25, at the Rudder Funeral Home chapel officiated by Danny Radar and Randy Smith.Interment in Mount ...

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• July 25, 2012

RINGGOLD Karen Lynn Sarg, 48, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at her residence. Arrangements to be announced by Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

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• July 25, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORY Vivian L. McCleskey SmithJuly 25, 1950 - July 25, 1992In loving memory from Ralph L. Smith Sr., Shawn, Sherman, Ralph Jr., Kelley, Alee, Mom-Alee, Virginia,Victor, Vanessa, and a host of Family and Friends

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• July 25, 2012

HUNTSVILLE Deborah Morton, 56, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at her residence.Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. today, July 25, 2012, from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel.Burial will follow in Rainsville Memorial Park. www.rainsvillefuneralhome.com.Visitation 8 a.m.-11 a.m. today, July 25.

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• July 25, 2012

Richard Hairston, 73, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at a local hospital.Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 26, 2012, at National Cemetery with Rev. Wayne Johnson officiating. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, ...

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• July 25, 2012

Robert "Rob" Louis Hilt, 72, passed on Wednesday, July 18, 2012.He was last employed at the city of Chattanooga and Moccasin Bend.He was preceded by his parents, Tidus and Cornelia Hilt; siblings, Clarice Putnam and Leonard Hilt.Survivors include spouse, JoAnn ...

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• July 25, 2012

rFrances E. Durham-Urffer, passed on to be with Jesus at 8:40 a.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2012.She was a native of Chattanooga and a member of Elizabeth Terrace Baptist Church.Surviving are her husband, Ron Urffer; daughters, Frieda and Julia; granddaughters, ...

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• July 25, 2012

Jr.William Davis Jr., 72 of Harrison, passed away Friday, July 20, 2012, at his residence.He was a member of Faith Baptist Church and was owner of Davis Asphalt Co. for over 30 years. He was an avid dirt track race ...

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• July 24, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYHOSIE LEE ALEXANDERJuly 24, 2001Hosie Lee Alexander departed this life twelve years ago today, July 24, 2001."God saw he was getting weary, so He did what He thought was best; He came and stood beside him and whispered, Come and ...

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• July 24, 2012

Jerry J. De Lap, 73, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, July 20, 2012, after an arduous but courageous battle with Parkinson's disease.Born April 25, 1939 in Victory, Wis. to Berlie and Kathleen De Lap, Jerry grew up in southwest ...

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• July 24, 2012

rFrances E. Durham-Urffer, passed on to be with Jesus at 8:40 a.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2012.She was a native of Chattanooga and a member of Elizabeth Terrace Baptist Church.Surviving are her husband, Ron Urffer; daughters, Frieda and Julia; granddaughters, ...

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• July 24, 2012

Barbara Sue James, 74, a lifelong resident of Sale Creek, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at her home.She attended Sale Creek Church of God.She was preceded in husband, Charles James; parents, George and Lucille Townsend.Survivors include four children, Sherry (Rusty) ...

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• July 24, 2012

GROVE OAK James "Jim" Morris, 82, passed away Monday, July 23, 2012, at Crossville Health Care.Funeral will be at 11 a.m. today, July 24, from W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

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• July 24, 2012

Jr.Arvil William Cook Jr., 73, of Chattanooga, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather went home to be with the Lord Friday, July 20, 2012.He was preceded in death by his mother, Dessie Rector; father, Arvil Cook Sr.; sister, ...

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• July 24, 2012

Susie Freeman Owens, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012, in a local hospital.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 24, 2012

Margaret N. Skinner, 70, of East Ridge, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at her home.She enjoyed gardening, flowers, cooking and she was devoted to her family and NCIS. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death ...

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• July 24, 2012

Ida Richards Strickland, of Chattanooga, died Sunday, July 22, 2012, at a local hospital.Funeral arrangements will be announced by Hardwick & Sons Funeral Home.

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• July 24, 2012

JASPER Donal "Donnie" Matthews, 83, went home to be with the Lord and his loving wife, Carolyn on Monday, July 23, 2012.Donnie served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army from 1950-1952 and was a well-known retired portrait frame artist. ...

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• July 24, 2012

CLEVELAND Hoyt Parker, 81, passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2012.Survivors include daughters, Janie Brewer and Bobbie Bischoff, five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in the chapel of Fike Funeral Home. Visitation 4 to 8 ...

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• July 24, 2012

TRACY CITY Teddy Ray Sanders, 59, passed away on Friday, July 20, 2012.Services were 2 p.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel.Interment was in Plainview Cemetery.Online condolences may be made atwww.fosterlayfuneralhome.net.Arrangemetns by Foster & Lay Funeral Home, Tracy City.

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• July 24, 2012

TRENTON Clifford Burnell "Butch" Black, 55, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012.He was a fork lift operator for Kenco Logistics, enjoyed fishing and member of Higdon Holiness Church.He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford Black Sr. and Fredell ...

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• July 24, 2012

FLINTSTONE James Buffington, 51, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at his residence.He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Buffington; brother, Danny Buffington and wife, Brenda; nieces, Miranda Crochet and her husband, Manny, Brandy Hines and her husband, Graham; nephew, ...

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• July 24, 2012

ROSSVILLE Hillard E. Coleman, 93, died Monday, July 23, 2012, in a local hospital.He was retired from Combustion Engineering and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II. Mr. Coleman served as minister to several area ...

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• July 24, 2012

ROSSVILLE Maxine Gang 79, died Monday, July 23, 2012, in a local health care facility.She devoted the majority of her life as a wife, mother, grandmother and servant for the Lord. Mrs. Gang was a native of Dekalb County, Ala., ...

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• July 24, 2012

LaFAYETTE Wallace Hodge, 75, died Sunday, July 22, 2012, at his residence.Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel.The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

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• July 24, 2012

TUNNEL HILL Fred Hooper, 78, departed this life Sunday, July 22, 2012.He was born in Towns County, Ga., to the late Oscar and Bertha Hooper. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and later retired from Sweetwater ...

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• July 24, 2012

Samuel King, 65, of Chattanooga, passed peacefully at home Monday, July 23, 2012, surrounded by his family.Arrangements will be announced by Lane Funeral Home, Ashland Terrace, 423- 877-3524.

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• July 24, 2012

RINGGOLD Margie Pierce, 90, died Monday, July 23, 2012, in a local health care facility.Arrangements will be announced by Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

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• July 24, 2012

ROSSVILLE James Harold "Pop" Poplin Jr., 58, died Saturday, July 21, 2012, in a local hospital.He had been a resident of north Georgia for the past 35 years and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Poplin was chief of Hamilton ...

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• July 24, 2012

FORT OGLETHORPE Van Buren Roden, 96, formerly of Powell, Ala., died Monday, July 23, 2012 at The Health Center at Standifer. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. CDTWednesday, July 25, 2012, from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel.Burial will follow in ...

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• July 24, 2012

RINGGOLD Mary C. Smith, 93, died peacefully Sunday, July 22, 2012, surrounded by her loving family in NHC in Fort Oglethorpe.She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Wright Smith; son, Jimmy Lee Smith; and daughter, Martha Ann Johnson.She ...

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• July 24, 2012

ROSSVILLE Ida Stoner, 91, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at a local health care facility.Mrs. Stoner was a native of Whitwell, Tenn., and had lived the past 29 years in the north Georgia area. Mrs. Stoner was associated with ...

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• July 24, 2012

STEVENSON Darlene Mitchell Lacy, 53, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012, at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga.Darlene was the daughter of the late Marvin Edward and Betty Joan Batron Mitchell born June 27, 1959 in Trenton Ga. She was a North ...

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• July 24, 2012

Virginia Mae Lewis, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012, in the hospice care center. Funeral at 11 a.m. today at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Wayne Johnson as the eulogist.Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Arrangements are by ...

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• July 24, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYBessie M. McKibbens RedmonJuly 24, 1924-Nov. 11, 2009Mom, Happy 88th Birthday.We will always celebrate this day with a smile, remembering the joy and the tears on your face, so happy to have all of us together to celebrate with you. ...

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• July 24, 2012

In Memory

July 24, 1933 - April 25, 2009Happy Birthday Elmira.Marcus, BooBoo,Lit Robert, Juanita, SisterElmira ElmiraFamily and Friends

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• July 24, 2012

Otis Morris, 53, passed away on Monday, July 23, 2012, at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 24, 2012

FORT PAYNE Tawana Lynn Blair Stoner, 57, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012, at her home.She was active with her late husband at the Alhambra Shrine Center. She worked for many years at DeSoto Printing.She is survived by her stepdaughter, ...

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• July 24, 2012

Shirley Jean Mullis, 77, of Chattanooga, died Monday, July 2, 2012 at her home.Mrs. Mullis was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and was of the Baptist faith.She was the wife of the late, John A. Mullis and was also preceded ...

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• July 24, 2012

CHATSWORTH Bobby Ray "Slab" Patterson, 71, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at his residence.He was preceded in death by his parents, Erskin and Lola Patterson; brothers, Robert and Virgil Patterson; and a sister, Lucy Jones.Survivors include his wife of 49 ...

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• July 24, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYZELLA M. CALLOWAYWe remember mommy in a special way. We remember mommy in a happy way.Sadly missed by your children, Jerry, Janice, Larry and your grandchildren, especially Alicia.

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• July 23, 2012

Dianne Margarette Penn, 64, of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn., passed away Friday, July 20, 2012 at Memorial Northpark.She was a lifetime resident of the Bakewell Community and was a member of Mount Annie Baptist Church.Preceded in death by parents, Rankin L. and ...

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• July 23, 2012

Virginia Bowers Ramsay, 90, widow of Andy Bowers and of David Ramsay, died at her residence early Sunday morning, July 15, 2012.Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 24, at Forest Hills Cemetery.Visit www.heritagefh.com to share words of ...

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• July 23, 2012

John "Kenny" Samples, 58, of Hixson, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012.He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Joe Samples; son, Anthony "Tony" Samples; mother, Marie Samples; brother, Wayne Samples.Those left to cherish his memories are two sons, ...

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• July 23, 2012

PISGAH, Ala. Bernice White, 83, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012 at her residence.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Dennis Hall officiating.Visitation 4 to 8 p.m. today.Arrangements ...

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• July 23, 2012

Margaret N. Skinner, 70, of East Ridge passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012.Arrangements will be announced by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

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• July 23, 2012

rFrances E. Durham-Urffer, passed on to be with Jesus at 8:40 a.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2012.Surviving are her husband, Ron Urffer; daughters, Frieda and Julia; granddaughters, Heather and Shea of Crossville, Tenn.; great-grandson, Alex; brother, Don Anderson; and nephew, ...

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• July 23, 2012

Joseph Church Wagner, 97, a life-long resident of Signal Mountain, Tenn., passed away Thursday July 19, 2012. He was the son of the late Joseph White and Winfrie Church Wagner of Signal Mountain.Mr. Wagner was born in East Lake area ...

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• July 23, 2012

Sandra Gail Ware, 55, passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2012 in Chattanooga, Tenn.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 23, 2012

DECHERD Steve Hill, 68, passed away Friday, July 20, 2012 at his residence. Funeral service will be today, at 7 p.m. from the chapel of Watson-North Funeral Home. Visitation will be today, from 4-7 p.m. at Watson-North Funeral Home. On-line ...

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• July 23, 2012

HUNTLAND Tommy Lee Russell, 63, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012, at Southern Tenn., Medical Center in Winchester. Funeral is 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 24 in the Moore-Cortner Chapel.The family will receive friends from 5 to 9 p.m. today, at ...

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• July 23, 2012

DAYTON Nola Cook McHone Schaffer, 73, died Sunday July 22, 2012. Funeral services 8 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Burial is Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. www.vanderwallfh.com.The family is being served by the Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton ...

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• July 23, 2012

Marjorie Mahoney Covington, 86, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 19, 2012, in a local hospital.Funeral services will be at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24, at Brainerd United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Chattanooga ...

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• July 23, 2012

CLEVELAND Woneva L. VanHoutan, 84, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012 in a local healthcare facility.Advantage Funeral Cremation Services Franklin Strickland Pinkard Bryan Smith Funeral Directors, 1724 McCallie Avenue. 423-265-4414 is honored to be serving the VanHoutan family.

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• July 23, 2012

EVENSVILLE Charles Robert Walker, 71, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012 at Rhea Medical Center.Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 25 at the Chapel of Coulter-Garrison Funeral Home, with Rev. Bill Allmon officiating.Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, ...

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• July 23, 2012

FLINTSTONE James Buffington, 51, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012 at his residence.He is survived by his mother, Dorothy Buffington; brother, Danny Buffington and wife Brenda; nieces, Miranda Crochet and her husband Manny, Brandy Hines and her husband, Graham; nephew ...

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• July 23, 2012

William Keown ROSSVILLE William "Bill" Harvey Keown, 93, a longtime Catoosa County resident, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 20, 2012.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today, July 23, in the funeral home chapel with ...

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• July 23, 2012

ROSSVILLE James Harold "Pop" Poplin Jr., 58, died Saturday, July 21, 2012, in a local hospital. He had been a resident of north Georgia for the past 35 years and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Poplin was Chief of ...

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• July 23, 2012

SUMMERVILLE W. A. Winters, 63, died Friday, July 20, 2012. Survivors, children, Jason Winters, Faith Guello, Hope Sells; brothers, Grady Winters, Charles Winters, Raymond Winters; sisters, Sarah Duckett, Hattie Dentmon, Mary Studdard, Mamie Carroll, Marie Broyles; five grandchildren. Services, Tuesday, ...

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• July 23, 2012

Evangelist Mollie B. Curry, 76, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in a local hospital.Funeral service is 11 a.m. today at Cathedral of Praise Church of God of Prophecy with Bishop Billy Adams as the eulogist.Burial: Highland Memorial ...

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• July 23, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJan. 19, 1928-July 23, 2010Mother, we miss you dearly. We think and talk about you with the Grandkids on a constant basis. They say you were a funny person. Loved and missed by allLove, Your Family

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• July 23, 2012

In Memory

July 23, 2010 Always on our minds, forever in our hearts!Love, Calandra and Jeffery

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• July 23, 2012

Carl E. Hilton, 82, of Chattanooga, Tenn., passed away Friday, July 20, 2012.Condolences may be sent to www.lane-southcrestchapel.comFuneral services will be held today, at 10:30 a.m. in the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Gregg ...

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• July 23, 2012

DUNLAP Alice Marie McMillon Swafford, 92, passed away Sunday, July 22, 2012 at her residence.Alice was preceded in death by her husband John A. Swafford; daughter, Joan S. Johnson; four brothers; and 2 sisters.Alice is survived by her son Dion ...

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• July 23, 2012

Deborah June Clark Lay, made her transition from her earthly home to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 18, 2012.She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Maudell Clark.Survivors ...

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• July 23, 2012

Virginia Mae Lewis, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012 in the hospice care center. She was a faithful member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church and retired from Weiser Company.She was preceded in death by her husband, James ...

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• July 23, 2012

Joyce Adair Bowman, 88, formerly of Signal Mountain, died Thursday, June 28, 2012, in Concord, Calif., at the home of her youngest daughter.She was a member of St. Timothys Episcopal Church on Signal Mountain for many years and was on ...

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• July 22, 2012

Steven Alan Clark, 60, former Chattanooga resident, died peacefully at home on Saturday, July 14, 2012, six months following his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.A passion for orchestral music led Clark to study organ at age 11, then pursue a bachelors ...

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• July 22, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJan. 7, 1938-July 22, 2011Always in our hearts, sadly missed by your brother and sisters, C. Wayne, Phyllis Jean, Lynda Sue, and Family

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• July 22, 2012

Marjorie Mahoney Covington, 86, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 19, 2012, in a local hospital.Mrs. Covington taught fourth grade at McBrien Elementary for 25 years. She was a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church ...

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• July 22, 2012

Helen Dimple Hill, 92, a lifelong resident of Ooltewah went to sleep and awoke in her heavenly home on Thursday night, July 19, 2012, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.Helen was born in Apison, on Aug. 2, 1919, ...

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• July 22, 2012

Carl E. Hilton, 82, of Chattanooga, Tenn., passed away Friday, July 20, 2012.He was a member of Parkway Baptist Church. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, especially dirt bikes, he loved spending time with his daughter and grandchildren and he loved going ...

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• July 22, 2012

WETUMPKA, Ala. Larry Roger, 65, died Friday, July 20, 2012.Funeral Services will be held today, at 3 p.m. at Santuck Baptist Church, Wetumpka Ala., with Rev. Gary Miller and Rev. Larry Gore officiating. Burial with Masonic Rites will follow in ...

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• July 22, 2012

John Douglas "Doug" Marcum, of Hixson, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012. He was 69 years old.Doug moved from Roanoke, Va. to Chattanooga in 1987 and retired from Norfolk Southern Railway with over 35 years of service. He was ...

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• July 22, 2012

Essie Faye Vandergriff May, 88, of Hixson went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 20, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was of the Baptist Faith. She was the daughter ...

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• July 22, 2012

Shannon Drew McDowell, 27, of Chattanooga passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.He was born Jan. 2, 1985 in Dalton, Ga., and was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and North Georgia Area.Shannon was a member of Apison United Methodist Church ...

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• July 22, 2012

TRENTON Laura Mae Mullis, 76, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday morning July 20, 2012.She was retired from Dixie Yarn of Chattanooga. She was a member of Trenton United Methodist Church.She was preceded in death by her ...

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• July 22, 2012

Nicholas Browning Norris Jr., Murphy, Ore., died June 28 2012 in Knoxville.He was born Sept. 17 1946 Chattanooga.Interment Hamilton Memorial Gardens at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 28.Survivors: wife Carol Norris, brothers Clifford and Hunter Norris.Deceased parents Dr and Mrs. Nicholas ...

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• July 22, 2012

Virginia Bowers Ramsay, 90, widow of Andy Bowers and of David Ramsay, died at her residence early Sunday morning, July 15, 2012.Virginia is remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother and friend.She is survived by her son, Nelson Bowers and wife, ...

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• July 22, 2012

Shirley Jean McKnight Solien, 62, of Ooltewah, fell asleep in Christ Friday, July 20, 2012. She was predeceased by her husband, David Allen Solien of Whapeton, ND.Shirley is survived by her mother Katherine McKnight, of Coalmont, Tenn.; sons Andy Meyers ...

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• July 22, 2012

Richard V. N. Best, Sr., 87, of Hixson, and formerly of Milltown, N.J., passed away on Friday, July 20, 2012.In this last year Dick trusted Jesus as his Savior. For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not ...

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• July 22, 2012

Melvin Tilley, 79, of East Ridge, Tenn., passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012 at his home.He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Aris Vernell Tilley; sons, Mike Tilley and John (Marilyn) Tilley; grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, Colin Tilley, Riann ...

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• July 22, 2012

Joseph Church Wagner, 97, a life-long resident of Signal Mountain, Tenn., passed away Thursday July 19, 2012. He was the son of the late Joseph White and Winfrie Church Wagner of Signal Mountain.Mr. Wagner was born in East Lake area ...

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• July 22, 2012

CROSSVILLE John Henry "Terry" Clontz, 63, passed away Friday, July 20, 2012 at his residence.Funeral services, 2 p.m. Monday, July 23 from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.Burial will follow in the Concord Cemetery near Albertville.Visitation is from 4 to 8 ...

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• July 22, 2012

CLEVELAND Glenn Curtis, 68, died Friday, July 20, 2012. Survivors, wife, Sharon Curtis; children, Scott Curtis and Debbie (Robert) Byrd; grandchildren, Noah and Nathan Byrd; and siblings, Joyce Hodge, BillyCurtis and Randy Curtis.Services are 2 p.m. Monday July 23 at ...

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• July 22, 2012

MCDONALD Delmont David Deyhle, 74, a resident went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday morning July 18, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Delmont was a lifelong resident of the McDonald area. He was ...

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• July 22, 2012

CLEVELAND Shirley Gibson, 74, died Friday, July 20, 2012. Survivors, daughter, Vicki (Rusty) Lee; grandchildren, Brad Hampton and Brandi Hammontree; great-grandchildren, Brandon Lee and Alexis Page Hampton; sister, Brenda Longwith.Services are 7:30 p.m. today at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home with ...

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• July 22, 2012

JASPER Lena Jane Parker Graves, 90, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, July 20, 2012, in a Chattanooga Hospital.She was preceded by her husband, Roy M. Graves; son, Leroy Graves; grandson, Brent Graves; parents, Kirk and Ethel Rankin ...

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• July 22, 2012

McDONALD Leroy Hogan, 69, a resident of McDonald, was escorted by the angels to claim his place in Gods heavenly kingdom on Sunday, July 15, 2012. Leroy was born in South Pittsburg, Tenn., and a graduate of Kirkman High School ...

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• July 22, 2012

FORTOGLETHORPE Robin Cavin, 56, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Erlanger Hospital. Robin was a lifelong resident of the East Ridge and North Georgia area, was a 1974 graduate of East Ridge High School, ...

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• July 22, 2012

LaFAYETTE Rev. Emmett L. Coker, 88, passed away Friday, July 20, 2012 at his home.Rev. Emmett Coker was a minister of Church of God of Prophecy for more than 50 years.Preceded in death by his parents, Columbus "Bud" Coker and ...

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• July 22, 2012

FLINTSTONE George Lee Collier, 89, died Thursday, July 12, 2012, in a local hospital.He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 42 years of service and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Collier was a member of St. ...

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• July 22, 2012

TRENTON Martha Mildred Getter, 87, died Saturday July 21, 2012. Mildred and her husband George moved to Trenton Ga., in about 1956. Mildred was involved in Cub Scouts, Band Boosters and was one of the original female members of the ...

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• July 22, 2012

ROSSVILLE William "Bill" Harvey Keown, 93, a longtime Catoosa County resident, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 20, 2012.Bill was born in Walker County, Ga., on Dec. 17, 1918 to the late Ben and Nora Keown. He ...

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• July 22, 2012

NEWSALEM Ga. Jeremy Daniel Pennington, 32, son of Peck and Judy Pennington, born Jan. 24, 1980 passed away Friday, July 20, 2012. He was a computer tech and a 1998 graduate of Dade County High School.He was preceded in death ...

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• July 22, 2012

LaFAYETTE Ida H. Stoner, 91, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012 at a local healthcare facility.Arrangements will be announced by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

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• July 22, 2012

LaFAYETTE Rufus Vinson, 78, passed away Tuesday, July 17 in a local health care center. He was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, a U.S. Air Force Veteran, and retired from Mueller Corporation.Survivors are, his wife Carolyn Jackson Vinson, ...

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• July 22, 2012

In Memory

Bill HaskewJuly 17, 1961 - July 22, 2011In our hearts youll always be so much more than a memory. Love always, Mammie, Rhonda, J.T., and Kimmer.

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• July 22, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYClioreta "CC" CreswellOct. 19, 1932-July 19, 2007Remembrance is a golden chain, Death tries to break, but all in vain.To have, to love, and then to part, Is the greatest sorrow of one's heart.The years may wipe out many things, But ...

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• July 22, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYNorma Jean Simpson BallJuly 22, 1941 - Nov. 2, 2006Thank You, Lord,for memories- they ease the pain... Thank You for the days together-treasures stored away, kept lovingly...and memorizedby heart.Love, Children and Grand Children

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• July 22, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYWILLIAM "BILL" HASKEWJULY 17, 1961 - JULY 22, 2011We Love You and Miss You Every day!! Christina, Meredith

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• July 22, 2012

Preston D. Anderson, 26, of Signal Mountain, passed away, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. A native of Tucson, Ariz., during his life he served a two year mission with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and attended BYU in ...

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• July 22, 2012

Evangelist Mollie B. Curry, 76, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in a local hospital.She was a licensed evangelist of the Cathedral of Praise Church of God of Prophecy.She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters; ...

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• July 22, 2012

Master Sergeant Leon "Sarge" Ball, 62, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 15, 2012, with his twin sister Leola Jackson by his side.He was born Feb. 9, 1950 in Chattanooga, to Helen Ball and the late Jesse C. ...

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• July 22, 2012

Jerry H. Bentley, Emeritus Professor of History at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2012 after a nearly seven month battle with cancer.Jerry was a resident of Chattanooga for most of his younger years. ...

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• July 22, 2012

Wilma Clarice Jones Montgomery, 87, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012, at her home.Arrangements will be announced by Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin-Strickland-Pinkard-Bryan Smith Funeral Directors, 1724 McCallie Ave., 423-265-4414.

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• July 21, 2012

Virginia Bowers Ramsay, 90, widow of Andy Bowers and of David Ramsay, died at her residence early Sunday morning, July 15, 2012.Virginia is remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother and friend.She is survived by her son, Nelson Bowers and wife, ...

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• July 21, 2012

Roberta Helen Shimko Skillman, 61, of Sale Creek, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012, with her loving family by her side.Survivors include her daughter, Tonya Skillman; brother, Steve Shimko; nieces, Laurel (Keith) Nyman, Theresa Penny, Amber Mowery.There will be ...

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• July 21, 2012

Joseph Church Wagner, 97, of Signal Mountain, died Thursday, July 19, 2012.Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, July 23, 2012, at St. Augustine Catholic ChurchThe family will recieve friends at the funeral home from 4-6 p.m. Sunday.Please share ...

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• July 21, 2012

ATHENS Gladys "Sally" Brite, 93, died Thursday, July 19, 2012.A graveside service will be, 2 p.m. Sunday at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Rev. Dennie Humphreys officiating.Family suggests memorials to Tri-County Center, 3030 Lee Highway, Athens, TN 37303. Smith Funeral & Cremation ...

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• July 21, 2012

William ArmitageCAVE SPRING William Thomas "Tom" Armitage, 76, died Thursday, July 19, 2012.Survives include his wife, the former JoAnn Hale Morgan; a son, Darren Armitage and his wife, Kim, of Ringgold; a daughter, Donna Meeks and her fiance, Tommy Thomas, ...

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• July 21, 2012

RINGGOLD Betty June Gilley Bethune, 79, went home to be with her Lord, Thursday, July 19, 2012.She has lived in the Ringgold area since 1965 and was a member of Gateway Baptist Church.Betty was preceded in death by her parents, ...

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• July 21, 2012

FORT OGLETHORPE Robin Cavin, 56, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 19, 2012, at Erlanger Hospital.Robin was a lifelong resident of the East Ridge and North Georgia area, was a 1974 graduate of East Ridge High School, ...

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• July 21, 2012

FLINTSTONE George Lee Collier, 89, died Thursday, July 12, 2012, in a local hospital.He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 42 years of service and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Mr. Collier was a member of St. ...

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• July 21, 2012

ROSSVILLE Mike Earl Jones, 60, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012, in a local hospital.A native of Oneida, Tenn., Mike had lived most of his life in the Rossville area and was of the Baptist faith. He had a ...

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• July 21, 2012

ROSSVILLE Thomas "Skip" Lebron Skipper, 63, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 20, 2012.He was a lifelong resident of the North Georgia area and was a member of Calvary Memorial Baptist Church. He was ...

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• July 21, 2012

ROSALIE Vernie Colvard, 103, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012.Funeral at 2 p.m. Sunday from Rosalie Baptist Church.Burial in Greenhaven Memorial Garden Mausoleum.Body will lie in state 1-2 p.m. Sunday at the church.Visitation from 5-9 p.m. today at W.T. Wilson ...

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• July 21, 2012

BLAKE COMMUNITY Christeen Roden Dean, 85, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 19, 2012.Her funeral will be at 2 p.m. today, July 21, 2012, from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel.Family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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• July 21, 2012

HIGDON Carlene Lance Moore, 72, died Thursday, July 19, 2012, at Erlanger Hospital.Survivors include daughters, Malana (Gerald) Whited, Marlene (Robert) Williams, Melissa Anderson (Roger Clines); grandchildren, John Whited, Robert Wade, James Whited, Shane Fitzgerald, Bobby McCord, Will McCord, Nick Williams, ...

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• July 21, 2012

lIDER Mary Kathleen Russell, 80, died Thursday, July 19, 2012, at her residence.Survivors include sons, Jack and Shelia Russell, Roger and Kathy Russell; grandchildren, Jason Russell, Jared Russell, Colby Russell and Nicolesha Russell; great-grandchild, Bryant Russell.Funeral services are at 2 ...

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• July 21, 2012

June Conway, 83, of Hixson, passed away Friday, July 20, 2012, in an area hospital.Mrs. Conway was a member of Dallas Bay Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl J. Conway.Survivors include her son, Craig (Debbie) Rogers; ...

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• July 21, 2012

Rev. LaFAYETTE Rev. Emmett L. Coker, 88, passed away Friday, July 20, 2012, at his home.Visitation will be at the funeral home from 6-9 p.m. today and 1-2 p.m. Sunday.Funeral from Corinth Baptist Church at 2:30 p.m. Sunday.Further arrangements will ...

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• July 21, 2012

In Memory

ROBERT "BOBBY" SHAW JONES HAPPY 70TH BIRTHDAYFrom Your Loving Family

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• July 21, 2012

In Memory

SUSAN HARTLINEFEB. 3, 1953 - JULY 21, 2011It's too hard not seeing your smile.It's too hard not hearing your voice.It's too hard to go to the ocean without you.It's too hard to make future plans without you.It's too hard to ...

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• July 21, 2012

Helen Dimple Hill, 92, a lifelong resident of Ooltewah went to sleep and awoke in her heavenly home on Thursday night, July 19, 2012, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.Helen was born in Apison, on Aug. 2, 1919, ...

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• July 21, 2012

John Douglas "Doug" Marcum, of Hixson, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012. He was 69 years old.Doug moved from Roanoke, Va. to Chattanooga in 1987 and retired from Norfolk Southern Railway with over 35 years of service. He was ...

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• July 21, 2012

Mildred Stinson Jackson, 88, of Red Bank, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.Mildred was born in Cookeville, Tenn., and had lived all of her adult life in the Chattanooga area and was employed with the Hamilton County Board of Education ...

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• July 21, 2012

Anthony Kyles, 61, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012, at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 21, 2012

Marjorie Mahoney Covington, 86, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 19, 2012, in a local hospital.Mrs. Covington taught 4th Grade at McBrien Elementary for 25 years. She was a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church ...

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• July 20, 2012

Richard Hairston, 73, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 20, 2012

Donald Marion Hobbs, 74, of Chattanooga, died Saturday, July 14, 2012.Survivors include his wife, Faye Hobbs.A graveside service was held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Cofer Cemetery.Arrangements are by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 4506 Hixson Pike, 423-531-3975.

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• July 20, 2012

Mildred Stinson Jackson, 88, of Red Bank, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.Mildred was born in Cookeville, Tenn., and had lived all of her adult life in the Chattanooga area and was employed with the Hamilton County Board of Education ...

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• July 20, 2012

James Gregory "Greg" Johnson, 43, a resident of Ooltewah, passed away on Sunday morning, July 15, 2012.Greg a lifelong resident of this area was born in Cleveland Tenn., on July 30, 1968 a son of the late Roy Lebron Johnson. ...

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• July 20, 2012

Virginia Lewis, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012, in the hospice care center.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 20, 2012

John Douglas "Doug" Marcum, of Hixson, passed away on Thursday, July 19, 2012. He was 69 years old.Arrangements will be announced by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.

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• July 20, 2012

Shannon Drew McDowell, 27, of Chattanooga passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.He was born Jan. 2, 1985 in Dalton, Ga., and was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and North Georgia Area.Shannon was a member of Apison United Methodist Church ...

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• July 20, 2012

Nealie Ruth McTaggart, 92, of East Ridge, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012.She was a homemaker, and a loving wife, mother and grandmother.Mrs. McTaggart was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Lee McTaggart.Survivors include her son, Michael (Martha) McTaggart, ...

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• July 20, 2012

Lula Mae OShields, 73 of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 18, 2012, surrounded by family. Originally from Peeks Corner, Ala., she lived her adult life in the Chattanooga area, retiring from DM Steward. She was preceded in death by ...

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• July 20, 2012

George B. Schmidt, 87, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, joining his beloved wife, Wynetta, in the presence of the Lord.A native of Beloit, Kan., he had lived in Chattanooga for many years.George was a devout Catholic and a member ...

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• July 20, 2012

Jacqueline "Jackie" Denise Twilley, 51, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012, at a local hospital.She was employed at the Chattanooga Housing Authority.She was preceded in death by her father, David Twilley Sr.Survivors include her sons, Casey Okeith Wordlaw and ...

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• July 20, 2012

Ian Patrick Verhey, infant son of Megan and Dustin Verhey of Hixson, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012.A memorial service may be at a later date.Condolences and memories may be shared at www.williamsonandsons.com. Arrangements are by Williamson and Sons Funeral ...

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• July 20, 2012

Jr.Charles Williams Jr., of Chattanooga, died Thursday, July 19, 2012, at a local hospital.Funeral arrangements will be announced by Hardwick & Sons Funeral Home.

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• July 20, 2012

WHITWELL Marie Minter Easterly, 78, of North Augusta, S.C., formerly of Whitwell passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012.Marie was a member of Hillview Methodist Church and The Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her son, Gary L. Easterly; ...

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• July 20, 2012

WHITWELL Wendell W. "Firecracker" Higgins, 65, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012.He was preceded in death by his father, Ott Higgins; "other, Martha Higgins Kilgore; three brothers, Willie "Tootler" Higgins, Howard "Beaver" Higgins, Haskel "Hack" Higgins.Those left to cherish his ...

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• July 20, 2012

McDONALD Leroy Hogan, 69, a resident of McDonald, was escorted by the angels to claim his place in Gods heavenly kingdom on Sunday, July 15, 2012. Leroy was born in South Pittsburg, Tenn., and a graduate of Kirkman High School ...

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• July 20, 2012

SHELBYVILLE Wendell Thomas Jones, 21, formerly of Decherd, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at Heritage Medical Center. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. Sunday, July 22, at Moore-Cortner Chapel with funeral services at 2 p.m. Interment in Mt. Garner Cemetery. Moore-Cortner ...

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• July 20, 2012

SOUTH PITTSBURG Addie Lea Hookey Moore, 93, died Wednesday, July 18, 2012.Funeral services will be 10 a.m. CDTSaturday, July 21, at Rogers Funeral Home, South Pittsburg Chapel. Interment will be in Cumberland View Cemetery.Condolences may be sent at www.rogersfuneralhome.com.Visitation will ...

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• July 20, 2012

DAYTON Gary Gene Palmer, 59, died Friday, July 13, 2012.Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today, July 20, 2012, at Morgan Springs Cemetery, Dayton.Arrangements by Vanderwall Funeral Home.

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• July 20, 2012

TRENTON Fannie Joyce Bethune, 81, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2012.She was a homemaker and of the Church of God faith.She was preceded in death by her husband, Birdie B. Bethune, daughter, Betty Joyce Smith; infant daughter Patricia Ann Bethune; ...

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• July 20, 2012

FORT OGLETHORPE Fred Chester Gordon, 69, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at a local hospital.His passions in life were his family, woodworking, sports especially football and teaching the Gospel.He was preceded in death by his parents, John Lewis and ...

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• July 20, 2012

ROCKY FACE William "Fatty" Knight, 45, died Thursday, July 19, 2012.Funeral services will be conducted 3 p.m. Saturday, July 21, from the chapel of Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill. The family will receive friends from 5 until 9 p.m. ...

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• July 20, 2012

FYFFE Wanda Wilbanks, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at Rose Manor Assisted Living Center at Geraldine.Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Saturday from Kirk Memorial Garden.Visitation from 1 p.m. until time of service on Saturday.Arrangements entrusted to W.T. ...

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• July 20, 2012

In Memory

Bill WinklerWho went Home to be with the Lord July 20th, 2011.It broke our hearts to let you go. You did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you Home. Sadly missed by ...

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• July 20, 2012

Jr.,Aldean Blackmon Jr. passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in Chattanooga.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 20, 2012

In Memory

April 22, 1918 - July 20, 2007Love from your husband and family. The Howards, Owens, Griffins, Moores, Sparks and Jacksons

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• July 20, 2012

Robert Bowman, 66, of Pikeville, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2012.He was of the Church of God faith and preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Bowman; parents, Newt and Lona Mae Bowman and brother, Randle Bowman.Survivors include his ...

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• July 20, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYLULA BELL HAMILTONNov. 16, 1919-July 20, 2011Forever in our hearts.Love, your Family and Friends

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• July 20, 2012

Elsie Collins, 79, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, in a local health care facility.Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. today in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Nathaniel Carter as the eulogist.Burial: Highland Memorial ...

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• July 20, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJuly 20, 1970-March 29, 2011We thought of you with love today, but that was nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too.We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. Now all we have ...

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• July 20, 2012

Sr.Percy Lee Billings Sr., 70, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2012 in Titusville, Fla.Local arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 20, 2012

Willie Beaty Ford, 79, East Ridge, died Monday, July 16, 2012, in a local hospital.She was a member of the River of Life Church. Mrs. Ford was a loving mother and grandmother, and a compassionate and caring sitter to the ...

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• July 19, 2012

Barbara Jean Steagall Graham, 67, passed away on Feb. 21, 2011 in Chattanooga.Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. today at Greenwood Cemetery.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 19, 2012

Robert Hilt, 72, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 19, 2012

Mildred Stinson Jackson, 88, of Red Bank, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.Mildred was born in Cookeville, Tenn., and had lived all of her adult life in the Chattanooga area and was employed with the Hamilton County Board of Education ...

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• July 19, 2012

Barbara Louise Johnson, 45, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012.She gave her life over to Christ at an early age.Preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Green Sr., brother, Jimmy Green Jr.; sister, Shoran Howard.Survived by her sons, Anthony Green ...

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• July 19, 2012

Jr.George Ulysses Lane Jr., 62 (Attorney) entered into rest Saturday, July 14, 2012.Service will be 1 p.m. Friday, July 20, at Murray Brothers Funeral Home-Cascade Chapel.Interment will take place at Greenwood Cemetery, Atlanta.Public Viewing noon Friday at Murray Brothers Cascade ...

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• July 19, 2012

Robbie Dean "Mickie" Lewis, 78, of Graysville, Tenn., passed away on Monday, July 16, 2012. The funeral service will be 1 p.m. today, July 19, 2012 at Williamson & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Ted Painter and Pastor Cloyd Bell ...

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• July 19, 2012

George Maddox, of Chattanooga, was given his wings Friday, June 29 2012, after a lengthy illness.George attended East 5th Street Elementary and Junior High School. He was a graduate of Howard High School class of 1961. He was also a ...

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• July 19, 2012

Rubie Cate Dilbeck Martin, 98, a longtime resident of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012, in Stockbridge, Ga.She was a J.C. Penney retiree and active in the East Lake community as a member of the East Lake Senior ...

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• July 19, 2012

Margaret McDonald, 89, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at her home.Graveside services will be 2 p.m. today at Chattanooga Memorial Park with Chaplain Jack Nichols officiating.No visitation is scheduled.Visit www.heritagefh.com to send condolences.Arrangements are by Heritage Funeral ...

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• July 19, 2012

Sr.Anthony DeWayne Paris Sr., 50, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012.The body will lie-in-state after 9 a.m. today with the funeral to follow at noon in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home.Burial in Highland Memorial Gardens.

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• July 19, 2012

George B. Schmidt, 87, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, joining his beloved wife, Wynetta, in the presence of the Lord.A native of Beloit, Kan., he had lived in Chattanooga for many years.George was a devout Catholic and a member ...

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• July 19, 2012

Terry Lawrence Shannon, 47, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Hospice of Chattanooga.He was employed at McKee Foods.Survivors include his parents, Henry C. and Mildred W. Shannon; sisters, LaJune S. Ray, Fayetteville, N.C. and Georgette A. Shannon, of ...

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• July 19, 2012

Deborah Sue Sheppard, 58, of Ooltewah, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in a local health care facility.She retired from McKee Bakery and was a member of Field Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, ...

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• July 19, 2012

Mayme Elizabeth Smelser-Reed, of East Ridge, passed away at home Saturday, July 14, 2012.She was born to her parents on Dec. 22, 1969 in Germany while her father served in the United States Army.She was preceded in death by her ...

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• July 19, 2012

Jacqueline "Jackie" Denise Twilley, 51, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012, at a local hospital.She was employed at the Chattanooga Housing Authority.She was preceded in death by her father, David Twilley Sr.Survivors include her sons, Casey Okeith Wordlaw and ...

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• July 19, 2012

DUNLAP Tommy "Tom" Cooley, 61, passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at his home.He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Cooley; stepfather, John Paul Ashley; brother, Leon Cooley; and sisters, Mary K. Brown and Betty Hutson.Survivors include his ...

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• July 19, 2012

McDONALD Delmont David Deyhle, 74, passed away Wednesday morning, July 18, 2012, at his residence.Survivors and arrangements will be announced by Companion Funeral & Cremation Service who has charge of those arrangements.

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• July 19, 2012

ETOWAH Temple Stewart James, 92, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at Etowah Health Care Center.Graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 21, 2012 at Green Hill Cemetery.No formal visitation will be held.Arrangements by Bordwine Funeral Home of ...

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• July 19, 2012

CLEVELAND Dean McCartt, 83, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012.Survivors include children, Sandra Richmond and husband, Troy, Andra Pippenger and husband, Terry; four grandchildren.Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home.Visitation is 11 a.m.to 1 p.m. Friday prior to ...

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• July 19, 2012

RINGGOLD Myrtle Ramona Dunn Parks, 83, passed away Tuesday July 17, 2012.A lifelong resident of the Catoosa County area, she was a former employee of Parkside Nursing Home and was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church.She was preceded in death ...

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• July 19, 2012

ROSSVILLE Mitchell Strawbridge, 73, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 18, 2012.He had lived in the North Georgia area for most of his life and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Ooltewah. ...

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• July 19, 2012

FLAT ROCK Martina Eloise Street Smith Hawthorne, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 17, 2012.She was a graduate of Dade County High School. Mrs. Hawthorne has been employed by the Home Stores of Chattanooga for ...

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• July 19, 2012

Elsie Collins, 79, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, in a local health care facility.She was a member of Greater Faith Temple Baptist Church where she was on the No.1 Usher Board, Pastors Aide and an Eastern Star.She ...

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• July 19, 2012

FLAT ROCK Betty Anderson Holcomb, 80, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at Sylvania.Ms. Holcomb was retired from Lee Apparel. She was preceded in death by parents, Ulyess Greland and Olie Jane Hawkins Anderson; brothers, Bill, Adell, Henry, Marvin and Alman ...

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• July 19, 2012

BRYANT Ethan Blake Reeves, 21, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.He was a lifelong resident of Bryant, he was known for his generosity and was a member of Floral Crest Seventh-Day Adventist Church.He was preceded in death by his mother, ...

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• July 19, 2012

In Memory

May 7, 1967-July 19, 1985Sadly missed by Mother, Cecile Lowe; Sisters, Janet Wright and Nancy Hale; and other Family and Friends.

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• July 19, 2012

Lucille Priddy Brown, a long time resident of the Chattanooga area, went to heaven to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 18, 2012.She was born and raised in Memphis, where she met and married her husband of 63 years. ...

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• July 19, 2012

Gene Hughes, also known as "Powpow" died Sunday, July 15, 2012 at his Ooltewah home at the age of 85.Services will be at 11 a.m. today, July 18, in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ronnie Powell and Pastor Glenn ...

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• July 18, 2012

Barbara Louise Johnson, 45, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012.She gave her life over to Christ at an early age.Preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Green Sr., brother, Jimmy Green Jr.; sister, Shoran Howard.Survived by her sons, Anthony Green ...

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• July 18, 2012

Robbie Dean "Mickie" Lewis, 78, of Graysville, Tenn., passed away on Monday, July 16, 2012. She was a member of the Graysville First Baptist Church.Her husband, Oliver E. Lewis; parents, Frank and Florence Higgins; and two sisters, Frankie Grant and ...

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• July 18, 2012

Susan Michelle Lewis, 68, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 8, 2012 surrounded by family.Susan retired from the Masonic Homes of California in 2007 after 18 years of service. Music was a part of her ...

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• July 18, 2012

Donald Lee "Dumpy" Long, 80, of Chattanooga, died Monday, July 16, 2012, at his home.Mr. Long was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and retired from the Chattanooga Police Department with 30 years of service. He was a member of Scenic ...

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• July 18, 2012

Vinita Ann Long, 65, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in local hospital.Vinita was a member of the Red Bank Baptist Church and she worked over 20 years in the music department for the church.Vinita is preceded in death by ...

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• July 18, 2012

George Maddox, of Chattanooga, was given his wings Friday, June 29 2012, after a lengthy illness.George attended East Street Elementary and Junior High School. He was a graduate of Howard High School class of 1961. He was also a veteran ...

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• July 18, 2012

Sr.Anthony DeWayne Paris Sr., 50, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012.He will always be missed and remembered by his family and friends. Survivors include his son, Anthony Paris Jr.; mother, Helen Jones; ex-wife of 25 years, Janet Meacham ...

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• July 18, 2012

William Gregory Quick, 86, of Lookout Mountain, Tenn., died Saturday, July 14, 2012, at his home.The son of Paul and Ruth Gregory Quick, he was born Nov. 28, 1925 in Gloversville, N.Y. He was educated at Kingsboro Elementary School, Baylor ...

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• July 18, 2012

Larry Steven Sparks, 66, lifelong resident of Red Bank, died Saturday, July 14, 2012. He was a graduate of Red Bank High School, was a three-time Golden Glove Champion and coached boxing in Chattanooga. He was a U.S. Army veteran ...

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• July 18, 2012

Rosa Willene Waddell, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away on Monday, July 16, 2012.Willene was born and raised in Chavies, Ala., before moving to Chattanooga in 1952, where she and her husband owned and operated W & W Food Market for ...

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• July 18, 2012

Marquerite Taylor Warlick, 70, of Hixson, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2012.Marquerite was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, the Catholic Woman Club and Legion of Mary.She was preceded in death by her parents, Nathan and Anna Wilson ...

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• July 18, 2012

DAYTON Kathryn Bryan Choate, 93, died Friday afternoon, July 13, 2012, at her home.She was born Nov. 9, 1918 in Amity, Ark., to the late W.C. and Clara Ligon Allen. She was also preceded in death in 2002 by her ...

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• July 18, 2012

CARTWRIGHT Stacy Bruce Cooley, 37, died Monday, July 16, 2012, at his home.He was preceded in death by father, Larry Bruce Cooley; grandparents, Willard and Mable Joyce Cooley and Matthew and Lena Healan.He is survived by mother, Pama Kilgore (Allen) ...

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• July 18, 2012

BENTON Lula Cleo Crye, 87, departed this life on Tuesday, July 17, 2012.Cleo cherished her many friends from Central Service in Cleveland where she worked for many years and her friends at the First Baptist Church in Benton where she ...

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• July 18, 2012

NORMANDY Dale Goodwin, 61, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Harton Regional Medical Center.Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. CDT today at Grace Baptist Church with the Rev. Tim McGeehee.Burial will follow in Rose HillMemorial Gardens.www.tullahomafuneralhome.com.Arrangements by Tullahoma ...

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• July 18, 2012

PIKEVILLE Sandra Gail Holland, 67, died Monday, July 16, 2012.She was a member of Pikeville Church of God of Prophecy.She was preceded in death by parents, Howard and Mary Ross; brothers, Teddy, Gary and Houston Ross.Survivors: husband, Wenton Holland; daughter, ...

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• July 18, 2012

DUNLAP Nell Wiseman Manor, 90, of Searcy, Ark., formerly of Dunlap, died March 4, 2012. Mrs. Manor was preceded by parents, Edward and Dessie Walker Wiseman; son, Edward Kirk Manor; brother, James Wiseman; sisters, Mary Kirk McCrary and Lillian Tooms.Survivors ...

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• July 18, 2012

WINCHESTER Elmer Meaker, 84, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012, at his residence.Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. today, July 18, from the chapel of Watson-North Funeral Home.Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. today.On-line condolences may ...

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• July 18, 2012

SEWANEE Gertrude "Trudy" French Mignery, 92, formerly of Sewanee, died on Monday, July 16, 2012 in Mt. Pleasant, S.C.She was born in Wayne, N.J., the daughter of the late Andrew Van Sice French and Mella Isabel Howland.She received her BA ...

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• July 18, 2012

WHITWELL Mary Jo Webb, 69, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at her home surrounded by her family.Mary Jo is a member of Crossroads Baptist Church, Eastern Star and a lifetime member of PTA. She was preceded in death by ...

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• July 18, 2012

ROSSVILLE Ross Evelyn Davis Christison, 96, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012. She was born in Dayton, Tenn., on May 11, 1916. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and she enjoyed gardening, cooking and spending time with ...

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• July 18, 2012

KENSINGTON Vera Cannon Coulter, 91, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012.She was born in Whitfield County on Dec. 19, 1920, to late James W. and Lucy Reed Connon. She was the widow of J.W. "Jay" Coulter Jr.Mrs. Coulter was a ...

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• July 18, 2012

ROSSVILLE Carlene Kay Lawson Payne, 50, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.She was born Dec. 15, 1961 in Fort Valley, Ga. and was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her mother, Myrtle Louise Lowe Lawson; brother, ...

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• July 18, 2012

RINGGOLD Michael Earl Smith, 53, passed away Monday, July 16, 2012.A resident of the North Georgia Chattanooga area for the past five years, he was formerly of Dahlonega, Ga. He was a former employee of The Timken Co. and was ...

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• July 18, 2012

RINGGOLD Kenneth Leon Thomison, 77, went home to be with his Savior Jesus Christ, Monday, July 16, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.He was a native and lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and North Georgia areas. Mr. Thomison was a ...

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• July 18, 2012

FLAT ROCK Martina Eloise Street Smith Hawthorne, 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 17, 2012.She was a graduate of Dade County High School. Mrs. Hawthorne has been employed by the Home Stores of Chattanooga for ...

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• July 18, 2012

STEVENSON Charles Glen Morrison, 62, passed away Monday, July 16, 2012, at the Alvin C. York VA Hospital in Murfreesboro, Tenn.Charles was the son of the late Olis Edward and Virginia Beatrice Johnson Morrison born Feb. 23, 1950, in Huntsville, ...

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• July 18, 2012

PEAKS CORNER Drew Allen "Butch" Peppers, 68, passed away Monday, July 16, 2012, at Jacksonville Medical Center.Funeral will be at 1 p.m. today, July 18, from W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.

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• July 18, 2012

In Memory

LUSTER, JR.July 18, 1952 - July 12, 2003Who departed this life on July 12, 2003. From his sisters, brothers and all who loved him.In Loving Memory Of

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• July 18, 2012

In Memory

Eulin Berg Matthews, III"JR"July 18, 1988 - July 20, 2007Happy Birthday and DeathAnniversaryIn memory of my dearest grandson. We miss you. You are in our hearts forever.Williams and Matthewsfamily and friends

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• July 18, 2012

In Memory

COLLIE "BUSSIE" STAMEYJan. 14, 1937-July 18, 2011In Loving Memory You left so quickly that there was no time to say goodbye. You are greatly missed by those who loved you. We know that you are in a Better Place with ...

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• July 18, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYLAKESHIA C. SIMSMarch 10, 1974-July 18, 1990Its been twenty-two years today that God called you Home. Thats a call your family didnt ever want to get. But remember that we are here on earth for a little while. Keshia, you ...

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• July 18, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJuly 18, 1933 - July 30, 2011Remembering You.Cousin Dot.

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• July 18, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYPEARL E. BURNETTSept. 25, 1912 - July 17, 2011One year ago today, the Lord called you to be with Him in Glory. Were so grateful you were ready to answer His Call. The presence of your spirit will remain in ...

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• July 18, 2012

Willie Beaty Ford, 79, East Ridge, died Monday, July 16, 2012, in a local hospital.She was a member of the River of Life Church. Mrs. Ford was a loving mother and grandmother, and a compassionate and caring sitter to the ...

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• July 18, 2012

Orlo Raymond Gilbert, 73, of Detroit Lakes, Minn., died May 28, 2012, in his home surrounded by family and dear friends after a 10-year battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).Orlo was born Oct. 8, 1938 on a ranch in Belle ...

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• July 18, 2012

MURRAY, Ky. Mary Sue Sherrard Whisman, 81, died Monday, July 16, 2012.Funeral at 2 p.m. today, July 18, at J.H. Churchill Funeral Home.A graveside service will be a t 1 p.m. EDT Thursday at Jackson Cemetery in Jackson, Ky.Online condolences ...

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• July 18, 2012

Jerry Edward Dixon, 65, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012.He was born in Chattanooga, on Nov. 17, 1946 to the late Willie and Pearlie Mae Clay Dixon. He worked for Combustion Engineer and was employed for 30 years at ...

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• July 18, 2012

Mollie Curry, 76, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012 in a local hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 18, 2012

Colby Ray LaAtrio Green, infant son of Tesla Green and Taylor Willbanks, of Birchwood, died Sunday, July 15, 2012, in Chattanooga.He is survived by his grandmother, Michelle Green; great-grandparents, Troy and Sandra Green; aunts, TaLeah Green, Crimson Tidmore and London ...

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• July 17, 2012

Gene Hughes, also known as "Powpow" died Sunday, July 15, 2012 at his Ooltewah home at the age of 85.Born on the family farm in Ooltewah on July 7, 1927 to the late Herbert and Ethel Beech Hughes, he was ...

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• July 17, 2012

Doris O. Mitchell, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012, in a local hospital. She was preceded in death by a son, Gary and three brothers. Survivors include two daughters, Donna (Chuck) Dickerson and Rhonda (Barkley) Epperson; six grandchildren; ...

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• July 17, 2012

Sr.Anthony Paris Sr., of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 17, 2012

Hattie Massengale Plank, 90, of Chattanooga, went to be with Jesus, Saturday, July 14, 2012, surrounded by her loving family.Hattie along with her late husband, Leon, were long time and faithful members of Delashmitt Road Baptist Church.Survivors are daughters, Peggy ...

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• July 17, 2012

William Gregory Quick, 86, of Lookout Mountain, Tenn., died Saturday, July 14, 2012, at his home.The son of Paul and Ruth Gregory Quick, he was born Nov. 28, 1925 in Gloversville, N.Y. He was educated at Kingsboro Elementary School, Baylor ...

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• July 17, 2012

Lisa Gail Robinson, 49, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012, at her residence.She retired from Turnbull Bakery and was a member of the Church of Christ.She was preceded in death by her mother, Gwendolyn Johnson; grandmother, Christine Robinson; ...

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• July 17, 2012

Larry Steven Sparks, 66, lifelong resident of Red Bank, died Saturday, July 14, 2012. He was a graduate of Red Bank High School, was a 3 time Golden Glove Champion and coached boxing in Chattanooga. He was a US Army ...

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• July 17, 2012

Willene Waddell, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away on Monday, July 16, 2012.Arrangements are pending and will be announced by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist.

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• July 17, 2012

WINCHESTER Robert Aubrey Bishop, 80, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2012.Surviving are sons, Scott and Sam; brothers, J.C., Bill and Charlie; sister, Sybil Hinman; friend, Janie Woodall of Winchester; granddaughter; nieces; nephews.Private services will be at a later date.Arrangements ...

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• July 17, 2012

TULLAHOMA Thomas Bowell, 84, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012.Visitation with the family will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Wednesday at Tullahoma Funeral Home.Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Tullahoma Funeral Home.Burial in Oakwood Cemetery

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• July 17, 2012

CLEVELAND Helen Davis, 85, died Saturday, July 14, 2012.Survivors include children, Jane Hixson, Janice Skipper, Daniel Davis, Nancy Bowman and Lynda Dwyer.Visitation will be held 11 a.m.-1 p.m.on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home with a Memorial ...

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• July 17, 2012

RICEVILLE Spencer Duggan, 72, passed away Sunday morning, July 15, 2012. Visitation was 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Ziegler Funeral Home, with Funeral services following at 8 p.m.Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. today at South Liberty Cemetery.Ziegler ...

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• July 17, 2012

SPRING CITY Lovie R. Ensley, 92, died Monday, July 16, 2012 in Spring City Care Center.Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. today in the Spring City Cemetery.There will be no visitation at the funeral home.Arrangements by Vaughn Funeral ...

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• July 17, 2012

WINCHESTER Judy Mae Ashley George, 68, of Jacksonville, Fla., passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012.Viewing and celebration will be 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home.Burial at "The Hill" at 2 p.m. today, July 17, Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, Winchester, ...

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• July 17, 2012

CLEVELAND Amanda Caroline Asbury Shell, 70, passed away on Saturday, July 14, 2012.A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. today, July 17, 2012, at Sunset Memorial Gardens.Online condolences can be shared by visiting Amandas memorial web page and ...

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• July 17, 2012

Pamela Renee Hutcheson, 54, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012, at a local hospital.She was a Chattanooga native and lived here all her life.Pamela was preceded in death by her father, Billy Joe Perry.Survivors include her husband, Edward ...

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• July 17, 2012

CLEVELAND Rev. Norvin Albert Tinsley, 83, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012, in a local hospital.He was a member of New Union Baptist Church in Hamilton County where he served as pastor for 35 years.Mr. Tinsley was a disabled veteran ...

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• July 17, 2012

COALMONT Margaret Woodlee, 90, died Saturday, July 14, 2012, in Emerald-Hodgson Hospital in Sewanee.Services will be 2 p.m. today in the funeral home with the Rev. Rick Hawkins officiating.Burial will be in Coalmont Cemetery.Arrangements by Foster & Lay Funeral Home, ...

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• July 17, 2012

LaFAYETTE Johnny Douglas Corbin, 70, died Saturday, July 14, 2012.Survived by daughter, Genny Goodman, of LaFayette; son, Johnny Corbin, of Centre, Ala.; brothers, Robert Corbin, of Fort Oglethorpe, and Kenneth Corbin, of Chickamauga, four grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.Private memorial ...

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• July 17, 2012

KENSINGTON Vera Cannon Coulter, 91, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2012.She was born in Whitfield County on Dec. 19, 1920, to late James W. and Lucy Reed Connon. She was the widow of J.W. "Jay" Coulter Jr.Mrs. Coulter was a ...

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• July 17, 2012

ROSSVILLE Annie Quinn, 95, died Monday, July 16, 2012, at her residence.She was born April 11, 1917, in Knoxville, to the late Andrew and Estella Skelf. Mrs. Quinn was a lifelong member of the First Church of the Nazarene and ...

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• July 17, 2012

DALTON Marian Lorice Williams, 83, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012.Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in the chapel of Willis Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Bagley and Dr. Jerry Jones officiating.Interment in West Hill Cemetery.Arrangements by Willis ...

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• July 17, 2012

RAINSVILLE Marlon Wayne Higgins, 70, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012, at his residence.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. CDT today, July 17, from W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.Burial in Wesleys Chapel Cemetery.

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• July 17, 2012

DUNLAP Charles William "Chuck" "Buddy" Stephens, 65, died Sunday, July 15, 2012. He was a Christian of the Baptist faith. He was an Eagle Scout and a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 203, former manager and maintenance ...

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYMARION M. WATKINSWho passed away six years ago today.Her loving face I hope to see again, though the days have passed away. Sleep on, dear wife, and take your rest, we miss you most who love you best.Husband Curtis, Children ...

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYMICHAEL V. WIGFALL, SR.Sept. 2, 1953 - July 17, 2011Missed by Family

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYNETTIE WINSTONMay 1, 1926 - July 17, 2007"The Family"

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYBarbara Jean Bozeman, MD Aug. 22, 1948-July 17, 2011You are the kind of person who leaves lovely memories behind of goodness and sweetness and beauty that glows from the face, heart and mind. Your Family Charlie and Sarah Parks Betty ...

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYMarch 4, 1949 - July 17, 2008Forever In Our HeartsMissing you, Brin and Bron (2012)

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYPEARL E. BURNETTSept. 25, 1912 - July 17, 2011One year ago today, the Lord called you to be with Him in Glory. Were so grateful you were ready to answer His Call. The presence of your spirit will remain in ...

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• July 17, 2012

In Memory

VINCENT MIKES, Sr.March 27, 1964-July 17, 2010Months have grown, day by day, thoughts are full and hearts do weigh, without him to share the way. Time may dull the hands of fate, recall the date. Your Family

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• July 17, 2012

Rita Frances Davis, 82, of Hixson, went to Heaven on Sunday, July 15, 2012.She was a beloved wife, mother and born again Christian.Survivors include her beloved husband of 68 years, Bob Davis; three sons, Scott (Doris), David and Bobby (Pat); ...

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• July 17, 2012

Leon Ball, 62, passed away Monday, July 16, 2012, at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995

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• July 17, 2012

Irma Ruth Hill, 65, of Chattanooga died Friday, July 13, 2012. She was born Dec. 5, 1946 in Athens, Tenn., to the late Millard and Mildred Skelton.She was a member of the East Brainerd Church of Christ. Mrs. Hill loved ...

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• July 16, 2012

Hattie Massengale Plank, 90, of Chattanooga, went to be with Jesus, Saturday, July 14, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Hattie along with her late husband, Leon, were long time and faithful members of Delashmitt Road Baptist Church. Survivors are ...

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• July 16, 2012

Terry Shannon, 47, passed away Sunday July 15, 2012 in a local healthcare facility. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 16, 2012

Donald "Duck" Shetters, 74, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012 at his residence. Funeral service will be conducted today, at 2 p.m. from the chapel of Watson-North Funeral Home.Interment will follow in Cowan Montgomery Cemetery.On-line condolences may be sent to ...

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• July 16, 2012

Jerome G. Tudos died Saturday, June 23, 2012 in St. Thomas, USVI. He was born June 30, 1942 in Salem, N.J.He received his high school diploma from Bridgeton High School Bridgeton, N.J., his B.S. Degree from Morris Brown College Atlanta, ...

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• July 16, 2012

Jacqueline Twilley, 50, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012 at a local hospital. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 16, 2012

SPRINGCITY Robert Bennett passed away peacefully on Friday, July 13, 2012. Rob was the owner and manager of Arrowhead Resort and Marine, in Spring City, Tenn. Rob attended the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Ind., and proudly served his ...

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• July 16, 2012

TULLAHOMA Hershel Champion, 65, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012.Visitation with family is today from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tullahoma Funeral Home.Services will be Tuesday July 17, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in ...

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• July 16, 2012

Gene Hughes, 85, of Ooltewah, Tenn., passed away at his residence Sunday, July 15, 2012.Funeral arrangements will be announced by Heritage Funeral Home 7454 E. Brainerd Rd.

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• July 16, 2012

RICEVILLE Spencer Duggan, 72, passed away Sunday morning, July 15, 2012 at Athens Regional Hospital. He was a native and life-long resident of McMinn County and had served in the United States Army.Survivors include, his wife of 53 years, Lanetta ...

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• July 16, 2012

DUNLAP Rosemary Fowler, 61, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012 at her home.She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Fowler; father, Chuck Smelcer; and brother, Michael Sawlsville.Survivors include her sons, Jason Richardson and Sean Fowler, both of Dunlap; ...

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• July 16, 2012

NASHVILLE Sybil Pearson Gray, 66, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012 at her residence after an extended illness. Private services will be held at a later date. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 1st Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398 931-967-2222 www.moorecortner.com

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• July 16, 2012

MARYVILLE Tammy Holloway, 52, formerly of Rhea County, died Thursday, July 12, 2012 at U. T. Medical Center in Knoxville after a brief illness. Born in Dayton, Tenn., Tammy was a graduate of Rhea County High School and was an ...

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• July 16, 2012

DAYTON Hubert Allen Porter, 65, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012. The funeral service will be 2 p.m. today at Williamson & Sons Funeral Home with Bishop Calvin Nunley officiating. Burial will follow in East Soddy Community Cemetery. Visitation ...

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• July 16, 2012

RINGGOLD Robert Underwood Belcher, "the Peppermint Man", 91, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012 at his residence. Bob was a resident of Chattanooga and Catoosa county for over 70 years. Robert was a member of Boynton Baptist Church, the CCC, ...

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• July 16, 2012

COHUTTA Carl D. Forester, 79, died Saturday, July 14, 2012 in Hamilton Medical Center.Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday July 17, from the chapel of Jones Funeral Home, Tunnel Hill.Visitation is today from 5 to 9 p.m. Condolences ...

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• July 16, 2012

Pamela Renee Hutcheson, 54, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012 at a local hospital.Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Heritage Funeral Home, 7454 E. Brainerd Rd.

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• July 16, 2012

BRYANT Ala. Velma Mae Smith, 86, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012.She retired from 3M Company with 35 years of service, she enjoyed her children, grandchildren, gospel music, camping, and she was a member of the Avans Church of God.She ...

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• July 16, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYCaroll L. ByrdSept. 13, 1955 - July 16, 2011This past year has been difficult with each passing day with constant memories of you reflecting in our minds.We miss your smile and laughter so much, which has helped to keep our ...

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• July 16, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYCarroll (Cal) L. Byrd Sr.Sept. 13, 1955 - July 16, 2011Though nothing can bring you back to me, the memories and love we shared is a daily reminder of the wonderful husband you were to me.Missing you with all my ...

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• July 16, 2012

Debra Jean Mitchell, 50, lifelong resident of St. Elmo community was carried by Angels and entered into God's rest on Saturday, July 14, 2012.She was preceded into God's rest by her devoted father F.H. Mitchell.Left to cherish her memory, her ...

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• July 16, 2012

In Memory

July 31, 1921 - July 16, 1986In memory of our Mother, who departed this life twenty-six years ago. Loved and missed by family!

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• July 16, 2012

TRACYCITY Willie Morgan (Tom) Creighton, 95, died Saturday, July 14, 2012 at his home. He was owner and operator of Creighton GMC, Palmer Tenn., and Creighton Chevrolet in Tracy City, Tenn.He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran, a ...

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• July 16, 2012

ROSSVILLE Stephanie Rood, 41, passed away Saturday July 14, 2012 at her residence. A lifelong resident of the Chattanooga, North Ga. area, she was a former employee of MTS and was of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death ...

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• July 16, 2012

Samella Gilmore, 89, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at a local hospital.Graveside services today at National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Morris Johnson officiating.Arrangements by Hardwick & Sons Funeral Home Inc., 765 East M.L. King Blvd. 267-1244.

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• July 16, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYColton Darnell DotleyJuly 15, 1990 - Jan 23, 2011Happy 22nd Birthday!

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• July 15, 2012

In Memory

DEBBIE HIGHFIELDSept 10, 1958 - July 20, 2010"Only the good die young. We still miss you every day, Mom, Debbie Highfield; friend, Sister, Diane. Love, daddy, Red, Ninny, Yvonne Missy, Stephanie and Jesse.

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• July 15, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYMARY KENNETH "SUSIE" COLLINSJune 14, 1936 - July 15, 2011It's Hard to believe that you've been gone for one year. We love you so much and miss you more and more each day. We can't wait til we get to ...

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• July 15, 2012

Robert Bennett passed away peacefully on Friday, July 13, 2012. Rob was the owner and manager of Arrowhead Resort and Marine, in Spring City, Tenn. Rob attended the University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Ind., and proudly served his country ...

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• July 15, 2012

CHICKAMAUGA Anna Lee Madaris, 90, departed this life Friday, July 13, 2012.She was born in LaFayette, Ga., to the late George Washington and Mary Annie Lentz. She was a member of Order of the Eastern Star Mathada Chapter #190 and ...

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• July 15, 2012

Billy Lee "Papaw" Bowman, 74, of Soddy-Daisy, lost his long battle with cancer on Thursday, July 12, 2012. He was still sharing his testimony and faith till the end. Mr. Bowman was a member of the Hixson Free Will Baptist ...

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• July 15, 2012

Wendell Cooley, a local artist, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 7, 2012.Service will be held at Chattanooga National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Monday, July 16, 2012.

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• July 15, 2012

Tonya Harris, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012 at her residence. She was a graduate of Kirkman High School and attended Miracle Missionary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. She later became a member of Rock ...

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• July 15, 2012

Tonnie Jarrett Hickey, 66, a resident of East Ridge and beloved mother of Dawn Hickey Zielke and Lori Hickey Ezell, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012 of pancreatic cancer. Other survivors include her son-in-law Mark Zielke; former husband, Donald Lee ...

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• July 15, 2012

Irma Ruth Hill, 65, of Chattanooga died Friday, July 13, 2012. She was born Dec. 5, 1946 in Athens, Tenn., to the late Millard and Mildred Skelton.She was a member of the East Brainerd Church of Christ. Mrs. Hill loved ...

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• July 15, 2012

Karen Lynne Holcomb, 64, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, July 10, 2012. Arrangements will be announced by Covenant Funeral & Cremation Service, Crox family owned and operated, www.CovenantFuneral.com.

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• July 15, 2012

-RussRegina Ann "Jones" Russ, 58, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012, surrounded by her family.Regina was an active member of Mount Zion New Covenant Church of God.She was preceded in death by her father, Gene Rose and mother, Barbara Rose.Survivors ...

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• July 15, 2012

Billy Ray Poe, Jr., 53, of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully July 13, 2012.He was predeceased by his father, Billy Ray Poe, Sr.; sister, Brenda Poe Pattenson; brother, Jackie Poe.Survivors include his mother and step-father, Betty and Gil OKronley; daughter, Angel ...

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• July 15, 2012

Samella Kilgore, departed her earthly home on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Samella was born in 1922 in Rogersville, Ala., to the late Katherine Simmons.She was preceded in death by her mother, Katherine ...

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• July 15, 2012

Susan Michelle Lewis, 68, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 8, 2012 surrounded by family.Susan retired from the Masonic Homes of California in 2007 after 18 years of service. Music was a part of her ...

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• July 15, 2012

Mildred Mahaffey, 86, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012 following a brief illness.Funeral services will be held today at noon in the South Crest Chapel with Rev. Randall Bowen officiating. Burial will follow in the Chattanooga Memorial ...

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• July 15, 2012

Jr.Dennis Landon Mainord Jr., 51, of Soddy-Daisy, went home to be with the Lord and received his new body on Thursday, July 12, 2012.The funeral service will be 6 p.m. today, at the Sale Creek Church of God with Bishop ...

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• July 15, 2012

Mary Elizabeth Burnett McCleskey, 93, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012, in a local hospital.Funeral at 2 p.m. today in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Brother Freeman Wyche Sr. as the eulogist.Burial: at 9 a.m. Monday ...

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• July 15, 2012

William "Bill" McIntire Sr., formerly of East Ridge, died unexpectedly Sunday, July 1, 2012, at his home in Panama City Beach, Fla. He was 69.Bill was a veteran of the United States Army, a member of The American Legion Post ...

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• July 15, 2012

Anthony D. Parris, 50, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012 in a local hospital. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 15, 2012

Richard Slader, 77, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012 in local hospital.Advantage Funeral Cremation Services Franklin Strickland Pinkard Bryan Smith Funeral Directors 1724 McCallie Ave. 423-265-4414 is honored to be serving the Slader family.

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• July 15, 2012

Robert "Bob" Hood Watson, 74, died at Shannondale Retirement Center in Maryville Tenn., on Monday, July 9, 2012, following a stroke.He was born on Aug. 16, 1937 in Maryville. He retired from Provident then began a second career at Headstart ...

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• July 15, 2012

Jr.Robert Hugh "Bob" Williamson Jr., 83, of Ooltewah passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012.Born in Chattanooga on Jan. 20, 1929. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local #175 for 65 years.He served in the United ...

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• July 15, 2012

Marianne Jane Wilt, 84, of Chattanooga, Tenn., passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, at her residence.She was the daughter of the late George W. and Mary C. Wolfe and was preceded in death by four brothers.Marianne retired from Dupont in ...

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• July 15, 2012

SOUTH PITTSBURG William I. Barnes, 77, passed away peacefully at home Friday morning, July 13, 2012, surrounded by his family following a brief illness.He was preceded in death by his daughter Diana Barnes Wynne; parents, William Mont and Mary Lee ...

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• July 15, 2012

COPPERHILL Mark Andrew Burkett, 48, died Friday, July 13, 2012. Arrangements will be announced by Covenant Funeral & Cremation Service, Crox family owned and operated, www.CovenantFuneral.com.

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• July 15, 2012

ATHENS Georgia Ellen Buttram, 94, died Thursday July 5, 2012, in Snellville, Ga.She was the wife of the late Roy E. Buttram.Survivors include a daughter, Donna Russell; two granddaughters, Ashley Place and Aimee Oran; and six great-grandchildren.A family Memorial was ...

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• July 15, 2012

COWAN Cristy Renee Gipson, 26, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012.Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, at Moore-Cortner Chapel with interment at Owens Chapel Cemetery. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, ...

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• July 15, 2012

DECHERD Serena Theo Hall, 92, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012 at Golden Living Center. Visitation will begin 10 a.m. Monday, July 16, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with funeral services Noon. Interment will follow at Winchester Memorial Park. Moore-Cortner Funeral ...

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• July 15, 2012

CLEVELAND Louise Jones McCoy, 87, passed away on Tuesday night, July 10, 2012 at her residence surrounded by her family. Louise was born on September 27, 1924 in Cleveland a daughter of Frank and Erma Jones Sr. She was a ...

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• July 15, 2012

DAYTON Hubert Allen Porter, 65, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012. He was a member of the Iron Workers Union #704 and retired from Paul Pack Construction Company.His father, Hubert Carl Porter and two sons, Dewayne Porter and Hubert ...

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• July 15, 2012

, MONTEAGLE James Bertram Wagnon, Sr., 86, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012, at his home. He was a native of Quitman, Ga., served in the Army Air Corps during World War II, was a member of Chattanooga Civitan Club, ...

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• July 15, 2012

RINGGOLD Robert Underwood Belcher, "the Peppermint Man", 91, passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012 at his residence. Bob was a resident of Chattanooga and Catoosa county for over 70 years. Robert was a member of Boynton Baptist Church, the CCC, ...

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• July 15, 2012

Veda Marie Geren Cooper, 84, of Chattanooga, departed this life Tuesday, July 10, 2012.She was born in Anderson, Tenn., to the late Harry and Nellie Cates.She was employed by Willware and Buster Brown for many years.She was also preceded in ...

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• July 14, 2012

Kenneth O. Davidson, 89, of East Ridge, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012.A native of Scott County, Tenn., He has been a resident of the Chattanooga area for the past 60 years and was an active member of Gospel Chapel ...

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• July 14, 2012

Bessie Powell Duncan, 84, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, at a local hospital.She was a lifelong member of Elmington UMC, and attended Christ UMC in Chattanooga. At the age of 64 she attained her lifelong dream of ...

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• July 14, 2012

Tenisea Fox, 50, of Chattanooga passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Jacksonville, N.C.She had lived most of her life in Chattanooga, and was presently living in Maysville, N.C.Tenisea was a member of New Salem Baptist Church and the ...

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• July 14, 2012

Harriette Ann Grammer, 61, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012.A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the First Baptist Church Golden Gateway with Dr. Thomas Quisenberry officiating.The family will receive friends at the church ...

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• July 14, 2012

Tonnie Jarrett Hickey, 66, a resident of East Ridge and beloved mother of Dawn Hickey Zielke and Lori Hickey Ezell, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012, of pancreatic cancer.Other survivors include her son-in-law. Mark Zielke; former husband, Donald Lee Hickey; ...

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• July 14, 2012

Ronald Eugene Keith, 41, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012.He was of the Christian faith and preceded in death by his father, Clarence Eugene Keith.Survivors include his daughter, Tracie Keith; mother, Rosie Cofer; grandmother, Eva Gray; brother, ...

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• July 14, 2012

Mildred Mahaffey, 86, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012, following a brief illness.A native of Chattanooga, Mrs. Mahaffey was born on July 12, 1926 to the late Harvey and Lillie Mae Evans Bedwell. She was a homemaker ...

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• July 14, 2012

Jr.Dennis Landon Mainord Jr., 51, of Soddy-Daisy, went home to be with the Lord and received his new body on Thursday, July 12, 2012.He was a faithful member of Sale Creek Church of God, served his country in the United ...

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• July 14, 2012

Jr.Joseph David Mays Jr., 68, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012.He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe D. and Laura Mays, of Soddy-Daisy; in-laws Lloyd and Ruth Boren, of East Ridge; and brother-in-law, Ron "Toje" Boren of East ...

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• July 14, 2012

Mary Elizabeth Burnett McCleskey, 93, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012 in a local hospital.She was employed by Mackie Co. for 17 years and was a faithful member of Shepherd Church of Christ. She was preceded in death ...

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• July 14, 2012

Billy Ray Poe, 53, of Chattanooga, died Friday, July 13, 2012.Arrangements will be announced by Covenant Funeral & Cremation Service, Crox family owned and operated, www.CovenantFuneral.com.

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• July 14, 2012

Regina Ann Russ, 58, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012, surrounded by her family.Regina was an active member of Mount Zion New Covenant Church of God.She was preceded in death by her father, Gene Rose.Survivors include her husband, Sammy Russ; ...

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• July 14, 2012

Marilyn Jo Siress Watts, 55, lifelong resident of Red Bank, walked from her earthly home into her heavenly mansion prepared for her by The Lord Jesus Christ, Tuesday, July 10, 2012. She was a member of Cavalry Bible Church.Marilyn was ...

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• July 14, 2012

Bernice Vera Henderson Williams departed this life on Wednesday, July 11, 2012. She was born Aug. 9, 1931. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Henderson and Dorotha Igou Henderson; husband, Leroy Williams Sr.; daughter, Delaney Williams Harris; ...

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• July 14, 2012

Jr.Robert Hugh "Bob" Williamson Jr., 83, of Ooltewah passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012.Born in Chattanooga on Jan. 20, 1929. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local #175 for 65 years.He served in the United ...

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• July 14, 2012

SOUTH PITTSBURG William I. Barnes, 77, passed away peacefully at home Friday morning, July 13, 2012, surrounded by his family following a brief illness.He was preceded in death by his daughter Diana Barnes Wynne; parents, William Mont and Mary Lee ...

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• July 14, 2012

GRUETLI-LAAGER Wanda L. Hargis, 58, passed away Friday, July 13, 2012.She was born in Coalmont on June 22, 1954. She was a LPN and attended Laager Methodist Church.She was preceded in death by her father, James Hargis; and brother, Joe ...

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• July 14, 2012

ATHENS Debra Dale Prescott McSpadden, 57, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, at her home.A resident of McMinn County most of her life, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Stephen McSpadden on Jan. 11, 2006. She was ...

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• July 14, 2012

Sr.FORT OGLETHORPE Clyde DeForest Penland Sr., 79, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012, at his residence. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. today at Lakeview First Baptist Church. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the ...

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• July 14, 2012

TUNNEL HILL James Stevie Powell, 54, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. today in the chapel of Willis Funeral Home with Minister Keely Hasty and Minister Ed Parsons officiating.Interment in Gordy Cemetery, Tunnel Hill.Arrangements by ...

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• July 14, 2012

SYLVANIA Glen E. Bell, 83, died Friday, July 13, 2012, at Crowne Health Care.Mr. Bell was a retired heavy equipment operator and member of High Point Church of God.Survivors include wife, Nellie Faye McKenzie-Bell; daughters, Barbara (James) Harp, Shirley (Wade) ...

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• July 14, 2012

GREENVILLE Joe Lee, 76, a resident of Greenville, died on Thursday, July 12, 2012.Mr. Hickman is preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Hampton Hickman; daughter, Dejee Lee Hickman; parents Eual Victor Hickman and Thermyl Quanita Lee Hickman.He is survived ...

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• July 14, 2012

SYLVANIA Hubert C. Newman, 93, died Thursday, July 12, 2012.Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 15, from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Trinity Cemetery www.rainsvillefuneralhome.com.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. today and from 11 a.m-2 ...

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• July 14, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYSISTER KATIE RUTH HEARDJuly 14, 1932-Jan. 5, 2000Sadly missed by your Daughter!; Teresa Ann Sturdivant!; And your two Sons!; Gary Delaney and Indugu "Jabbo" Jameel AbdulHakim!;!;!;!;Thank you Mother for the loving care that you provided for all of us!*Including Linda!; ...

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• July 14, 2012

Peggie Virginia Akridge, 71, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012, in a local hospital.The body will lie-in-state on after 9:30 a.m. today at Taylor Funeral Home with the funeral to follow at 1:30 p.m. in the chapel with ...

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• July 14, 2012

In Memory

ellJuly 14, 1989 - July 12, 2004Today is such a bittersweet day, it is your birthday and you would be twenty-three.Time has stood still these eight years since youve been gone and we miss you every day. There is a ...

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• July 14, 2012

Billy Lee "Papaw" Bowman, 74, of Soddy-Daisy, lost his long battle with cancer on Thursday, July 12, 2012.He was still sharing his testimony and faith till the end. Mr. Bowman was a member of Hixson Free Will Baptist Church where ...

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• July 14, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYJOHN DAVID MCKEEJuly 12, 1969 - May 28, 2011You are the kind of person who leaves lovely memories behind, and special days like your birthday bring many fond memories to mind.And memories are possessions that time can never destroy, for ...

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• July 14, 2012

Mary Virginia Cookson, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in a local hospital. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today in the South Crest Chapel with the Rev. Steve Fletcher officiating. Burial will follow ...

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• July 14, 2012

In Memory

In Loving Memory of Violet Glass Spence

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• July 14, 2012

Carl Nolan Blair was called home Tuesday, July 10, 2012 to be with the Lord at the age of 103.Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Carl Allison and Rev. Brian ...

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• July 13, 2012

Jo Ann "Joey" Bernstein, 66, of Soddy-Daisy, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012.Joey had a big heart with a soft spirit and a laughing smile who was known for her love of her teddy bears. She was a member of ...

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• July 13, 2012

Samella Gilmore, 89, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at a local hospital.Arrangements by Hardwick & Sons Funeral Home Inc., 765 East M.L. King Blvd. 267-1244.

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• July 13, 2012

Doris Nix Cole, 73, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in a local hospital.She moved to Milwaukee from Chattanooga in 1958 and was employed with the Milwaukee Minority Chamber and the city of Milwaukee Housing Authority. She was owner of ...

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• July 13, 2012

Tonnie Jarrett Lori Hickey, 66, a resident of East Ridge and beloved mother of Dawn Hickey Zielke and Lori Hickey Ezell, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012, of pancreatic cancer.Other survivors include her son-in-law, Mark Zielke; former husband, Donald Lee ...

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• July 13, 2012

Erma J. Glasgow, 78, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012 at her residence.She was formerly employed by Hamilton County Nursing Home. She formerly attended New United Church and recently attended Metro Tabernacle.She was preceded in death by a ...

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• July 13, 2012

Bessie Powell Duncan, 84, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, at a local hospital.Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time, completed arrangements will be announce in a later edition by Heritage Funeral Home, 7454 East Brainerd Road.

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• July 13, 2012

Elsie Collins, 79, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012 in a local health care facility.Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 13, 2012

Mary Virginia Cookson, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in a local hospital.She was a native of Mentone, Ala., but had lived most of her life in the Chattanooga area. Mrs. Cookson was a member of ...

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• July 13, 2012

Jerry E. Dixon, 65, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012, at a local hospital. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 13, 2012

Tenisea Fox, 50, of Chattanooga passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Jacksonville, N.C.She had lived most of her life in Chattanooga, and was presently living in Maysville, N.C.Tenisea was a member of New Salem Baptist Church and the ...

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• July 13, 2012

Joel Dragg died in a local hospital on Saturday, July 7, 2012.He was preceded in death by his father, Mose Howard; mother, Inez Dragg; brother, Terry Lee; sisters, Gurletha Robinson, Doris Suttles and Essie Townsend.Survivors include his wife, Deborah Dragg; ...

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• July 13, 2012

CROSSVILLE Collette Cross French, 40, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.She was born Feb. 12, 1972 in Chico, Calif. She resided in both McMinn and Rhea Counties since 1980.She was predeceased by her grandfather, L.B. Hunt.Survivors include husband, Tracy French; ...

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• July 13, 2012

Jr.Joseph David Mays Jr., 68, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012.He was a member of Jones Memorial United Methodist Church and was retired from the city of East Ridge as city finance director/City Manager.Survivors include his wife, Patty Boren Mays; ...

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• July 13, 2012

Ronald Eugene Keith, 41, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012.He was of the Christian faith and preceded in death by his father, Clarence Eugene Keith.Survivors include his daughter, Tracie Keith; mother, Rosie Cofer; grandmother, Eva Gray; brother, ...

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• July 13, 2012

LYNCHBURG Dona Dodd Barton, 100, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma. A Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. today in the Jennings Moore-Cortner Chapel.Interment will be in Lynchburg Cemetery, Lynchburg.Jennings Moore-Cortner ...

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• July 13, 2012

Marilyn Jo Siress Watts, 55, lifelong resident of Red Bank, walked from her earthly home into her heavenly mansion prepared for her by The Lord Jesus Christ, Tuesday, July 10, 2012. She was a member of Cavalry Bible Church.Marilyn was ...

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• July 13, 2012

Robert Hugh "Bob" Williamson Jr., 83, of Ooltewah passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Chattanooga National Cemetery.The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Heritage Funeral Home, 7454 ...

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• July 13, 2012

Margaret Fullam Ryon, 87, a longtime resident of Chattanooga, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 10, 2012.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 13, at the East Brainerd Chapel with Dr. David ...

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• July 13, 2012

OAK RIDGE Gretchen Hamilton Day, 82, departed this life at NHC Dunlap on Thursday, July 12, 2012.Gretchen was a member and former deacon of First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge, a former member of the Arisa Garden Club, and a ...

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• July 13, 2012

ATHENS Arvil Justin Goins, 80, passed away Thursday morning, July 12, 2012, at Athens Regional Medical Center.Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday in Short Creek Baptist Church.Burial will be in Buttram Cemetery.Visitation 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.Ziegler Funeral Home, Athens, ...

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• July 13, 2012

CLEVELAND Rosa Lee Hixon, 81, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012.Survivors include her husband, John M. Hixson; and five children.Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at Higgins Funeral Home.Interment will follow in Lee Cemetery Visitation 5 to 7 p.m. ...

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• July 13, 2012

PIKEVILLE Alfred Holland, 82, died Thursday, July 12, 2012, at his home.Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Saturday in the chapel with the Rev. Jimmy Williams officiating.Burial in Pikeville Cemetery.Visitation will begin 4-9 p.m. CDT today.Online condolences can be made ...

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• July 13, 2012

Dr. McMINNVILLE Dr. Karon Ray Jennings, D.V.M. died on Thursday, July 12, 2012, in McMinnville.He was born Oct. 29, 1925, in Lawrence County, Tenn. He was a graduate of Lawrence County High School, attended the University of Tennessee, and graduated ...

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• July 13, 2012

LUMINARY June L. Kelly, 74, died Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in an area hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer. Miss June, AKA the Chicken Lady, was very active in the Luminary Volunteer Fire Department.She is the daughter of the ...

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• July 13, 2012

DAYTON Geraldine "Geri" Shofner Langley, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many, passed this life, being 92 years old, on Thursday, July 12, 2012.She was born May 27, 1920 to Gerald LeRoy and Maude Foust ...

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• July 13, 2012

COALMONT Creasie Meeks, 81, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.Funeral will be 11 a.m. today in the funeral home chapel.Burial in Meeks Family Cemetery.Online condolences may be made at www.fosterlayfuneralhome.net.Arrangements are by Foster & Lay Funeral Home, Tracy City, Tenn.

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• July 13, 2012

CLEVELAND Ruth Hicks Metzger, 90, a lifelong resident of Bradley County, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in a Chattanooga hospital.A graduate of Bradley High School and the Chattanooga School of Business, she worked extensively within the insurance industry ...

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• July 13, 2012

CHARLOTTE Matthew Brashears "Matt" Neal, 50, formerly of Chattanooga, suddenly Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at his home.Survivors include his wife, Mendy Powell Neal, Charlotte; his mom and dad, Marcia and Morton Brashears, LaGrange, Ky.; his daughters, Alicia Bailey and Lillian ...

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• July 13, 2012

CLEVELAND Charles K. Thurman, 72, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in a Chattanooga hospital.He was a veteran of the United States Army and a graduate of Ooltewah High School Class of 1957 where he was on their first football ...

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• July 13, 2012

ETOWAH Bobby Lee Williams, 78, died Wednesday, July 11, 2012, at his residence. Memorial service will be held 7 p.m. Monday, July 16, at First Baptist Church, Etowah.Family will receive friends 6-7 p.m. at the church prior to the service. ...

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• July 13, 2012

RINGGOLD William Asbury Crisp, 75, died Thursday, July 12, 2012.He was retired from education in Catoosa and Walker County and was retired from the U.S. Air Force from 1962 to 1968.Survived by his wife, Margie Chapman Crisp, Ringgold; daughter, Cindy ...

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• July 13, 2012

Dr. Lane GriggsADAIRSVILLE Lane Brooks Griggs, M.D. died Saturday, July 7, 2012, at Emory Hospital from complications associated with surgery to repair his damaged heart. He was 54 years old.Lane was born on May 9, 1958 in Columbus, Ga., to ...

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• July 13, 2012

Sr.FORT OGLETHORPE Clyde DeForest Penland Sr., 79, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2012, at his residence. He was born Feb. 3, 1933 to the late Clyde and Euna Penland. After a 40 year career in the dairy business, he ...

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• July 13, 2012

RINGGOLD Lucy Mae Green Plemons, 90, passed on into glory to be with her Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 11, 2012.A resident of the Chattanooga North Georgia area for the past 30 years, she was formerly of ...

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• July 13, 2012

SUMMERVILLE Herbert "Herbie" Roberts, 56, died Wednesday, July 11, 2012.Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, July 14 in the chapel of Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.Burial: Greenhills Memory Garden.Visitation 6 until 8 p.m. today at Earle Rainwater Funeral Home.

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• July 13, 2012

RISING FAWN Nancy Castleberry Stephens, 56, went to be with the Lord Tuesday evening, July 10, 2012.She had been employed by Hutcheson Medical Center of Fort Oglethorpe. Mrs. Stephens was of the Methodist faith and a graduate of Dade County ...

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• July 13, 2012

Camilla Hurt Barnheart, 45, transitioned Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Conyers, Ga. She was a resident of Atlanta.She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Barnheart; son, Jerka Barnheart; one grand-daughter, Greensboro, Ga.; father, Richard Hurt Sr., Chattanooga; mother, Pamela Wilson, ...

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• July 13, 2012

In Memory

February 12, 1975-July 13, 1996Thank you for all the times you made me laugh. Thank you, Allen, for all the tears, worries, and for making me proud to be your mom. Thank you for 21 years of being my son. ...

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• July 13, 2012

In Memory

July 13, 2000Surely missed by her husband, George Garth, sister, Mary and dear friend Georgia

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• July 13, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYGRACE KELLEBREWJuly 13, 1942 - Nov 26, 2010Happy Birthday, MomLoving you forever.Your daughter, grand, great-grandchildren, sisters, family and friends.

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• July 13, 2012

In Memory

ZOLA M. MOOREJuly 13, 1944-June 2, 1997HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAMAYou are greatly missed and never forgotten. You are in our hearts forever. Theres not a minute of each hour in a day we dont think about you. From Your Daughter Kim, ...

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• July 13, 2012

Peggie Virginia Akridge, 71, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012, in a local hospital.She was formerly employed by Hamilton County Health Department and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her daughter, Dandra ...

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• July 13, 2012

Carl Nolan Blair was called home Tuesday, July 10, 2012 to be with the Lord at the age of 103.Mr. Blair lived a long and courageous life, he always put his family before himself and was quick to help a ...

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• July 12, 2012

Billy Jason Brock, 34, of Soddy-Daisy passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012.A native of Chattanooga, Jason had lived in the Hixson area for many years. He was a loving dad whose life revolved around his children and was a ...

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• July 12, 2012

Louella Bridges Brown, 66, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, June 29, 2012 in a local hospital. Funeral is today at noon in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Elder Willie Jefferson as the eulogist. Burial in Forest Hills Cemetery. ...

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• July 12, 2012

Barbara Jean Burger, 74, of Chattanooga passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012 in an area hospital. A private memorial service will be held. Arrangements are by locally owned and operated Legacy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Soddy-DaisyShare your memories, stories ...

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• July 12, 2012

SECTION Wilford Hancock, 78, died on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at Cloverdale Manor. Funeral is Friday, July 13, at 1 p.m. from Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Old Sardis Cemetery.Visitation is today from 4 to 8 p.m. ...

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• July 12, 2012

Teddy Eugene Cambron, 46, of Soddy-Daisy went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 in an area hospital. Teddy was of the Baptist faith and blessed this world with love and compassion. He was loved by all ...

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• July 12, 2012

Leonel "Pete" Heon, 77, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012 at a local hospital. He served his country at the US Navy.His survivors include his wife, Peggy Heon; daughters, Sheila Fitzke, Patricia "Ginger" Russell and Colleen (Evan) Albaugh; grandchildren, ...

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• July 12, 2012

James Eugene Hudson, 65, of Hixson, died Tuesday, July 10, 2012, in a local hospital.Funeral services are 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 13, in the chapel with Rev. Tracy Daniels officiating.Burial is in Chattanooga National cemetery with military honors. His co-workers ...

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• July 12, 2012

SPRING CITY Jake Beecher Hinds Jr., 89, died Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at the Spring City Care Center.Born in Spring City, he was the son of the late Jake Beecher and Lucy Lavender Hinds Sr. Jake was a graduate of ...

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• July 12, 2012

GRANDVIEW Barbara Yvonne Holloway, 64, died Monday, July 9, 2012.Funeral services are Friday, July 13, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Vaughn Funeral Home.Interment in the Mt. Sulphur Cemetery.Visitation is today from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral ...

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• July 12, 2012

Barbara Johnson, 45, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday July 6, 2012.Arrangements have been entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services, Franklin-Strickland-Pinkard-Bryan-Smith Funeral Directors 1724 McCallie Avenue. 423-265-4414.

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• July 12, 2012

Pastor Robert H. Walton, 61, departed this life Sunday, July 8, 2012 in Frankfort, Ky.He was raised in Chattanooga and attended Brainerd High School, Class of 1969. He graduated from Western Kentucky University with a BA and a Master degree. ...

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• July 12, 2012

Bernice Williams, 80, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at her residence. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 622-9995.

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• July 12, 2012

Margaret Fullam Ryon, 87, a longtime resident of Chattanooga, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 10, 2012.She was born on June 11, 1925 to the late Francis and Annie Fullam. She lived most of her ...

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• July 12, 2012

,James Edward "Fella" Mathis, Jr., 51, passed away Friday July 6, 2012 at a Hospice facility.Survivors include his wife, Pamela Mathis; children, Nathaniel, Monique, Danielle and Monica Mathis; sister, Angela Jones and friend, Yolanda Jones.Services will be held on Friday, ...

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• July 12, 2012

Samella Kilgore, 89, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at a local hospital.Arrangements by Hardwick & Sons Funeral Home Inc., 765 East M.L. King Blvd. 267-1244

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• July 12, 2012

Virginia Hixson St. Clair, 88, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012.A longtime resident of Hixson, she was born on Oct. 4, 1923, the daughter of the late Cowart N. Hixson and Christine Lee Hixson. Upon graduating from Hixson High ...

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• July 12, 2012

CLEVELAND Mrs. Treva Channell, 92, passed away Tuesday July 10, 2012 in a local healthcare facility.She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rossville where for many years she worked in the church nursery.She was preceded in death ...

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• July 12, 2012

RINGGOLD Vicki Lacombe, 55, formerly of Canton, Ga., died Monday, July 9, 2012 at her residence. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Canton, Ga. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Tiffany Lacombe; father, Chester ...

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• July 12, 2012

ROSSVILLE Mary Frances "Snookie" Hurst, 80, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012 in a local hospital.Funeral services will be held in the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home today at 2 p.m. with Pastor Samuel Riggs officiating. Burial will ...

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• July 12, 2012

ROSSVILLE Richard "Rick" Palmer, 62, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012. He was a lifelong resident of Rossville and was of the Christian Faith. Rick enjoyed playing gospel music on his guitar with his family and friends.Rick was preceded in ...

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• July 12, 2012

CHICKAMAUGA Betty Jean Snider, 75, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.Jean was a lifelong resident of North Georgia and was of the Christian faith.She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Snider; parents, Jess and Frances Tapp Helton; son, ...

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• July 12, 2012

CHICKAMAUGA George Frank Stanfield, 81, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.He was born in Trion, Ga., to the late Samuel C. and Bessie Mae Acrey Stanfield. He served his country in the U.S. Army where he received the Korean Service ...

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• July 12, 2012

ROCKSPRING David Duncan Thayer, 62, died Tuesday July 10, 2012 in a local hospital.He was a native of Fort Arthur, Texas and had lived in Mississippi before moving to the North Georgia area 15 years ago.Dave was retired from Colonial ...

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• July 12, 2012

In Memory

HAPPY BIRTHDAYJOHN DAVID MCKEEFrom Mom and Dad and all your family and friends.

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• July 12, 2012

Harriette Ann Grammer, 61, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012.A lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area, she was a member of the First Baptist Church Golden Gateway and was retired from Family and Childrens Services Cleveland. She was ...

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• July 12, 2012

Mary V. Cookson, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 in a local hospital.Arrangements will be announced by the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

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• July 12, 2012

RED BANK Marilyn Watts, 55, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.Arrangements will be announced by Lane Funeral Home, Ashland Terrace, 423-877-3524.

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• July 12, 2012

Alexander GarciaBRANDON, Fla. Alexander Manuel Garcia, Ph.D, 89, died Saturday, June 23, 2012.He was born in Tampa, Fla., and lived there until he was called to proudly serve his country during World War II. He also served in the European ...

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• July 12, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYPATRICK D. GREENIn Sad Memory Departed this life one year ago today, July 12, 2011. Just when his days seemed brighter, just when his hopes seemed best, he was taken away from us to his Eternal Rest. You bade no ...

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• July 12, 2012

Doris Nix Cole, 73, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012 in a local hospital. She moved to Milwaukee from Chattanooga in 1958 and was employed with the Milwaukee Minority Chamber and the City of Milwaukee Housing Authority. She was owner ...

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• July 12, 2012

Billy Jason Brock, 34, of Soddy-Daisy passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012.A native of Chattanooga, Jason had lived in the Hixson area for many years. He was a loving dad whose life revolved around his children and was a ...

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• July 11, 2012

Louella Bridges Brown, 66, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, June 29, 2012 in a local hospital. She was formerly employed by East Ridge Hospital. She was preceded in death by her sons, Bobby and Michael Davis; daughter, Belinda Moore; mother, ...

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• July 11, 2012

Veda Marie Geren Cooper, 84 of Chattanooga departed this life Tuesday, July 10, 2012.She was born in Anderson, Tenn., to the late Harry and Nellie Cates. She was employed by Willware and Buster Brown for many years. She was also ...

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• July 11, 2012

Ethel Mae Davis, 79, of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2012, at her residence.She was a member of E. Third Street Church of Christ. Survivors: sons, Willie Mosley Sr., of Ooltewah and Norman Mosley, of Pennsylvania; daughter, Debbie Hornby, ...

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• July 11, 2012

Susie Mae Davis, 87, of Chattanooga passed Friday, July 6, 2012, in a local hospital.She was preceded in death by parents, Aaron N. Lewis and Bertha Lewis Smith; three sisters, Marguerite Davis, Mildred Ingram and Aaron McClendon; two brothers, Walter ...

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• July 11, 2012

Mary Eva Davis, 89, of Hixson, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 10, 2012.Mary was a licensed hairstylist for over 40 years.Mary was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother.Mary was preceded in death by her ...

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• July 11, 2012

Arlene Kay Harden, 68, of Harrison went to be with her Lord on Monday, July 9, 2012.She was a member of True Church of God of Georgetown.No more pain, no more tears, loving wife, loving mother left behind her loving ...

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• July 11, 2012

Joseph Willis Hawkins, 37, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at his home.Memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 14, 2012, at Greeneville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Jeremy Arnall.A private service later at Zion Cemetery at ...

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• July 11, 2012

Leonel D. Heon, 77, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012 at a local hospital.Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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• July 11, 2012

James Eugene Hudson, 65, of Hixson, died Tuesday, July 10, 2012, in a local hospital.A lifelong resident of Chattanooga, he retired from Hamilton County Building Maintenance. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church and was a Navy veteran, surviving ...

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• July 11, 2012

Evelyn Bailey Langston, 90, died peacefully at the Hospice Care Center on Monday, July 9, 2012. She lived her life as a true "Steel Magnolia."Mrs. Langston, originally from Eatonton, Ga., moved to Chattanooga in 1941. She first worked at Peerless ...

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• July 11, 2012

Eric J. Longstreth, 48, died Monday, July 2, 2012, in Las Vegas, Nev.Preceded in death by his grandparents.Survivors include mother, Lene Wangmo, Las Vegas; father, John Longstreth; siblings, Emily Longstreth, NYC, Victor Longstreth, Austin, Texas; four children, Jordan, Nicholas and ...

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• July 11, 2012

April Moore, 26, a resident of Chattanooga, died Saturday, July 7, 2012, in a Chattanooga health care facility. The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. today and the funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the ...

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• July 11, 2012

John M. "Jack" Martin, 85, of Chattanooga, died Saturday July 7, 2012.The Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. today, at The Church of the Good Shepherd, 211 Franklin Road, Lookout Mountain. Interment will follow in the Harriet Caldwell ...

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• July 11, 2012

Mary Elizabeth McCleskey, 93, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012 in a local hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga Inc.

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• July 11, 2012

TULLAHOMA Ronald Potts, 63, died Monday night, July 9, 2012.Memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. CDT Thursday at Cedar Lane Church of Christ with Brother Gary Johnson officiating.Visitation will follow the memorial service at the church.www.tullahomafuneralhome.com.

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• July 11, 2012

Sr.DUNLAP Melvin Raulston Sr., 74, died Tuesday morning, July 10, 2012, at Erlanger Hospital.He retired in 1996 from Rock Tenn as a truck driver. He was preceded in death by mother, Lillie Raulston; sister, Wilma Keedy.He is survived by wife, ...

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• July 11, 2012

Margaret Fullam Ryon, 87, a longtime resident of Chattanooga died on Tuesday, July 10, 2012.She was born on June 11, 1925 to the late Francis and Annie Fullam. She lived most of her life in Chattanooga and moved to Cincinnati, ...

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• July 11, 2012

Sr.Harold Shepherd Sr., 79, journeyed home on Saturday, July 7, 2012.He was born Oct. 15, 1932 in Chattanooga. He was a member of New Covenant Fellowship Church. He received his early education in the Chattanooga Public Schools and graduated from ...

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• July 11, 2012

Michael NicholsWINCHESTER Michael C. Nichols, 48, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012 at Southern Tennesee Medical Center in Winchester. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. today, July 11, 2012 in the Moore-Cortner Chapel.Interment to follow in Cowan Montgomery Cemetery.Arrangements ...

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• July 11, 2012

Miriam "Mimi" Carole Lazarus Wilsey, 79, of Chattanooga, passed away at home Sunday, July 8, 2012 and has now gone home to be with the Lord.She was born on Dec. 25, 1932 in Chicago, Ill., and resided there until 1966. ...

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• July 11, 2012

PIKEVILLE Hortense Amelia Graham Colvard, 90, passed away on Monday July 9, 2012.She was a member of Pikeville Church of God for over 60 years. She was a dedicated homemaker and cherished her time spent with her kids, grandkids and ...

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• July 11, 2012

ROCK SPRING David Thayer, 62, died Tuesday, July 10, 2012, in a local hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Interment in National Cemetery.The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. today at Heritage ...

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• July 11, 2012

SOUTH PITTSBURG Jimmy Edward Coffelt, 69, died Friday, July 6, 2012.Visitation: 10 am until time of graveside services in Beene-Rauslton Cemetery at 2 p.m. CDT July 11. 2012, with Brother Vernon Coffelt officiating. To send online condolences visit www.tatefh.com.Arrangements by ...

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• July 11, 2012

RICEVILLE Harrison Gilbert Bright, 76, died Monday, July 9, 2012, at Parkwest Medical Center.Funeral at 7 p.m. today at Clear Springs Baptist Church.Burial at 11 a.m. Thursday in McMinn Memory Gardens.Visitation from 4-7 p.m. today at the church.Arrangements by Ziegler ...

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• July 11, 2012

Virginia Hixson St. Clair, 88, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012.A longtime resident of Hixson, she was born on Oct. 4, 1923, the daughter of the late Cowart N. Hixson and Christine Lee Hixson. Upon graduating from Hixson High ...

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• July 11, 2012

DAYTON Cena Helen Jewell, 86, died Monday, July 9, 2012, at Spring City Care & Rehab.She was a lifelong resident of Rhea County, was retired from Kayser Roth after 45 years of service. Andy was a member of Salem Baptist ...

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• July 11, 2012

CHICKAMAUGA Louie Edward Cross, 70, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012.He was born in Cleveland, Tenn., to the late John Benjamin and Pearl Brown Cross. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He worked as a truck driver and ...

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• July 11, 2012

SEQUATCHIE: Joyce Monica Taylor, 95, passed away, Sunday, July 8, 2012 at the Bridge in South Pittsburg.She was a homemaker and she love canning fruits and vegetables.She was preceded in death by her husband, Levi Andrew Taylor; two sons, John ...

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• July 11, 2012

LYERLY James Lee "Jerry" Helton, 69, died Monday, July 9, 2012. Survivors: wife, Mary Helton, son, James (Kim) Helton; sister, Martha Rogers; brother, Robert Helton; grandson, Stefan Helton. Funeral is 11 a.m. Thursday, July 12, 2012, at Mason Funeral Home. ...

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• July 11, 2012

PISGAH Carl E. Ragsdale, 87, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012 at DeKalb Regional Medical Center.His funeral service at 2 p.m. today, July 11, in Rainsville Funeral Home Chape.Burial will follow in Rainsville Memorial Park. His family will receive ...

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• July 11, 2012

Mary Frances Hurst ROSSVILLE Mary Frances "Snookie" Hurst, 80, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012, in a local hospital.She was of the Assembly of God faith, a devoted Christian and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.She was preceded ...

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• July 11, 2012

In Memory

INMEMORYADAM "TINY"MCARTHURMay 16, 1976 - July 11, 2011Although it has been a year since you left us at an early age, the pain remains. You are dearly missed by your family and friends. We love you and miss you!Mom, Dad, ...

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• July 11, 2012

FLAT ROCK Thomas David Bowen, 75, died Monday, July 9, 2012, at his residence.Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Mary Ann and Dennis Hicks; grandchildren, Anna, Samantha and Sasha Cartwright, Hunter Hicks; great-grandchildren, Travis Privett and Layla Hicks; brothers, Roland Bowen ...

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• July 11, 2012

FORT PAYNE Robert Bryan Day, 53, died Monday, July 9, 2012, at his residence.Funeral at 3 p.m. CDT today at Burt Chapel with the Rev. James Ledwell and the Rev. Chris Murdock officiating.Cremation will follow the service.Visitation noon-3 p.m. CDT ...

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• July 11, 2012

MONTEAGLE Mary Imogene Samples, 81, died Monday, July 9, 2012.Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel.The Rev. Ben Curtis will officiate.Burial in Plainview Cemetery.Visitation 5-9 p.m. Thursday.Online condolences at www.cumberlandfuneralhome.com.Cumberland Funeral Home is in charge of ...

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• July 11, 2012

LAS VEGAS Eric J. Longstreth, 48, died Monday, July 2, 2012, in Las Vegas.Preceded in death by his grandparents.Survivors include mother, Lene Wangmo, Las Vegas; father, John Longstreth; siblings, Emily Longstreth, NYC, Victor Longstreth, Austin, Texas; four children, Jordan, Nicholas ...

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• July 11, 2012

Diane Bonner passed away in a local hospital on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at the age of 55. She was employed with Millennium Taxi as a dispatcher for many years. She was a member of New Beginning Church of Chattanooga. ...

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• July 11, 2012

ROSSVILLE Alice Mary Robbins, 74, passed away Sunday July 8, 2012 at her residence.She attended McFarland United Methodist Church and had lived in Rossville for 20 years. Her passions in life were God, family, gardening and church and she was ...

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• July 11, 2012

Jean C. Boss, 77, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012.She was retired from Standard Coosa Thatcher and was a member of East Ridge Baptist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Jessie Owens; brother, Joe ...

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• July 11, 2012

Ray Edward Bradley left this earth suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at the age of 84.Ray Bradley came into this world to create.Ray was born in Waynesboro, Ga., in 1927 on the eve of the Great Depression. ...

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• July 11, 2012

Harold Lamar Hudgins, 63, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012, in a local hospital.He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran where he served in the Military Security Police where he served as a security agent for President Nixon. ...

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• July 10, 2012

Faye Hunkapiller, 73, a lifelong resident of Chattanooga passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy C. Hunkapiller; her parents and one brother.Survivors include four daughters, Susie Sanders, Chrissy Bull Hunkapiller, Valarie Ritchie ...

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• July 10, 2012

Mother Alma Malone Jones, 85, departed this life Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at a local hospital. Funeral is today at Noon in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Emeritus Harris Toney officiating. Interment, Forest Hills Cemetery.

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• July 10, 2012

Lenice T. Jones passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at San Antonio Hospital in Upland, Calif.She was born and raised in Chattanooga and attended Chattanooga Public Schools, graduating from Riverside High School in 1966. She attended Clark College in Atlanta, ...

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• July 10, 2012

Carlton McDaniels passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012, in a local health care facility surrounded by his loving family.He is survived by his wife, Juanita McDaniels, and a host of family and friends.Funeral will be Wednesday. July 11, 2012 at ...

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• July 10, 2012

John M. "Jack" Martin, 85, of Chattanooga, died Saturday July 7, 2012.He was a native of Chattanooga, and was born May 13, 1927. He attended Lookout Mountain Elementary and City High School. He thoroughly enjoyed the University of Virginia and ...

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• July 10, 2012

Margaret M. Pruitt, 86, of Chattanooga, died Saturday, July 7, 2012.She was born June 25, 1926 in North Port, Ala., to the late Shumway and Jessie Mae Mills.Survivors include her daughter, Angalyn Westbrook; grandchildren, Sherie Adair and Paul Kirkley; nine ...

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• July 10, 2012

SOUTH PITTSBURG Jimmy Edward Coffelt, 69, died, Friday, July 6, 2012.Visitation: 10 a.m. until time of services at 2 p.m. CDT Wednesday, July 11, 2012, with Brother Vernon Coffelt officiating. Burial: Beene-Rauslton Cemetery.To send online condolences visit www.tatefh.com.Arrangements by Tate ...

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• July 10, 2012

ALTAMONT James Wayne "Jimmy" Cox, 67, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 8, 2012.He was born in Palmer on Aug. 4, 1944. Jimmy Cox was a loving, loyal family man. A hard working man who was very proud ...

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• July 10, 2012

Rhoda DillinghamGALLATIN Rhoda Eddings Dillingham, 69, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012.Mrs. Dillingham was born Dec. 15, 1942, in Signal Mountain, daughter of the late William Marshall and Anna Mae Buol Eddings. In addition to her parents, she is preceded ...

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• July 10, 2012

PIKEVILLE David D. Dodson, 58, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, July 8, 2012.He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a heavy equipment operator.He was preceded in death by his father, Lankford Dodson.David is survived by ...

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• July 10, 2012

CLEVELAND Rev. Charles Andrew Forgey, 90, went to be with his heavenly father on Monday, July 9, 2012, at his family residence.He served in U.S. Army during World War II. Rev. Forgey ministered for over 65 years, and was ordained ...

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• July 10, 2012

DECATUR Margaret Angie Kyle, 98, died Saturday, July 7, 2012.Funeral services were 8 p.m. Monday, July 9, in the chapel of Bowers Funeral Home.Burial in Concord United Methodist Cemetery at 11 a.m. today, July 10.www.bowersfh.com.Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home and ...

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• July 10, 2012

GRAYSVILLE Donald Lee Lewis, 51, of Graysville Mountain, died Sunday, July 8, 2012, at his home.Funeral will be noon today in the funeral home chapel. Burial in Varner Cemetery in Soddy-Daisy.www.vanderwallfh.com.Visitation will be 10 a.m. to noon today at Vanderwall ...

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• July 10, 2012

ETOWAH Dwight Melton, 59, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012, at his residence.A son of the late George and Mattie Melton, he was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Paul and Herman Melton.Survivors include four brothers and ...

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• July 10, 2012

NASHVILLE John E. Mercer, 73, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2012. Survived by six children and four grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Saturday, July 7, in Nashville at Harpeth Hills Funeral Home, 9090 Highway 100, Nashville, 615-646-9292 www.afamilylegacy.com

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• July 10, 2012

ENGLEWOOD Carolyn Jo Russell Rickman, 78, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012, at Athens Regional Medical Center.Funeral at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel.Burial in Sunrise Cemetery.Visitation 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.Arrangements by Ziegler Funeral Home

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• July 10, 2012

Jean Elizabeth "Nana Jean" Day Roddy, 85, of Sale Creek, passed away at her home, surrounded by her family, Monday afternoon, July 9, 2012.She was born July 31, 1926 in Flint, Mich., to the late Thomas Lee and Maude Coulter ...

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• July 10, 2012

WARNER ROBINS Delores Ann Ray Battle, 61, entered Heaven's gate July 4, 2012. Mrs. Battle was born Sept. 3, 1950, in Dallas, Ga., to Mae Lee Ray Lenoir and the late Oscar Lee Ray.She was preceded in death by her ...

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• July 10, 2012

Virginia Hixson St. Clair, 88, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012, at a local health care facility.Arrangements will be announced by Hamilton Funeral Home and Cremation Services at 4506 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343. 423-531-3975.

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• July 10, 2012

SUMMERVILLE Cindy Lou Harris died Friday, July 6, 2012.The funeral will be 2 p.m. today, July 10, at Erwin-Petitt Funeral Home chapel.Burial in West Hill Cemetery.

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• July 10, 2012

ROSSVILLE Venna Young Livingston, 91, died Sunday, July 8, 2012, in a local health care facility.She had been a resident of Valley Head, Ala., for 42 years before moving to North Georgia. Mrs. Livingston was a member of Bible Way ...

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• July 10, 2012

LaFAYETTE Terry Wallin, 63, died Saturday July 7, 2012.Survived: wife Linda Wallin; daughter, Crystal (Eddie) York; sister, Loretta Butler; brothers, Johnny Penson, Allen Penson; grandchildren, Haley and Brittany York.Funeral was 5 p.m. Monday at Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home. Service conducted by ...

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• July 10, 2012

Vickie DownerFORT PAYNE Vickie Barber Downer, 55, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012, at her residence.Her funeral will be at 4 p.m. today in the Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel.Burial will follow in Kirk Memorial Gardens.Visitation is from 8 a.m. ...

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• July 10, 2012

BRIDGEPORT Willie Ruth "Boots" Steele, 89, died Sunday, July 8, 2012 at Cumberland Health and Rehabilitation.Graveside Service will be today, July 10, at 10 a.m. CDT at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Bridgeport officiated by Jack Steele. www.rudderfuneralhomes.com.Arrangements by Rudder Funeral ...

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• July 10, 2012

EARLYSVILLE, Va. John Drayton Dalgliesh Jr., acclaimed architect and dear friend, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 5, 2012.Born in Columbia, S.C., in 1944, he was raised in Wilmington, Del., where he attended Wilmington Friends School. Jay often ...

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• July 10, 2012

SEWANEE James Leon Knight, 59, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012.Funeral 7 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home chapel.Visitation noon until time of services.Online condolences may be made at www.cumberlandfuneralhome.net.Cumberland Funeral Home, 207 Mabee Ave., Monteagle, Tenn. was in charge ...

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• July 10, 2012

In Memory

WILMER F. YOUNGSept. 24, 1930-July 10, 2007 Dad, its five years and youre still so loved, and forever in our hearts. Your Daughter and Son-In -Law, Maxine and Dwight Ashby and Grandchildren.

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• July 10, 2012

WINCHESTER Edna Montez Hurd, 73, went home to our Lord on Monday, July 9, 2012.Funeral 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, in the Moore-Cortner Chapel with visitation all day today at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home.No flowers please.Interment in Franklin Memorial Gardens, Garden ...

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• July 10, 2012

Lucilie Crompton, 90, of Chattanooga departed this life on Saturday, June 30, 2012.She was a member of Avondale Church of Christ. Those preceded her in death are five daughters, Heneitta, Monica, Jainta, Mae Mae, Lethal; and one devoted daughter-in-law, Shirley ...

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• July 10, 2012

Myra LonL Lovell Eaker, of Soddy-Daisy, went home to be with her Saviour on Saturday, July 7, 2012, as a result of a tragic vehicle accident.Myra was born Oct. 16, 1937, in Scottsboro, Ala., to Lillie Mae and Lonny Franklin ...

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• July 10, 2012

Faye Hunkapiller, 73, a lifelong resident of Chattanooga passed away Saturday July 7, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy C. Hunkapiller; her parents and one brother.Survivors include, 4 daughters, Susie Sanders, Chrissy Bull Hunkapiller, Valarie Ritchie ...

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• July 9, 2012

Mother Alma Malone Jones, 85, departed this life Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at a local hospital. She was briefly employed with the Chattanooga School System and devoted the majority of her life as a wife, mother and servant for God. ...

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• July 9, 2012

John M. "Jack" Martin, 85, of Chattanooga, died Saturday July 7, 2012.He was a native of Chattanooga, and was born May 13, 1927. He attended Lookout Mountain Elementary and City High School. He thoroughly enjoyed the University of Virginia and ...

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• July 9, 2012

Steve Dewayne Mosley, 38, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday, July 2, 2012. Funeral, today at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Reverend Elton Young as the eulogist. Burial, Lakewood Memory Gardens, East.

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• July 9, 2012

Zoe Madeline McDonough, 10, of East Brainerd died July 6, 2012 along with her grandmother, Susan McDonough, in a tragic accident.Zoe was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga and was soon to be a 5th grader at Westview Elementary School. She ...

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• July 9, 2012

Lillie Fitzsimmons Sample, 96, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012 in a local health care facility. Mrs. Sample was a member of the Central Baptist Church of Woodmore for over 40 years prior to joining Ridgedale Baptist Church ...

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• July 9, 2012

LaDon Shipp, 91, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012 at his residence.Mr. Shipp served in the U.S. Air Force and was a veteran of WWII, and was the Owner of the Gulf Service Station in Ft. Oglethorpe, Ga., for many ...

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• July 9, 2012

.Jesse Raymond Ridley Sr., of Chattanooga, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2012 after a short and sudden battle with respiratory failure. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tabitha Hall; parents, John and Mattie Ridley; brothers, Matthew, Lawrence, and ...

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• July 9, 2012

Emma "Jean" L. Tyner, 96, of Chattanooga, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2012. She was the widow of George B. Tyner and born June 30, 1916 in Tracy City, Tenn., to William and Malinda Pirtle.Mrs. Tyner was a member ...

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• July 9, 2012

David Ray Walker, 57, of Chattanooga, Tenn., passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012. He was born to the late Carl and Johnnie Walker in Chattanooga on July 13, 1954. He was a truck driver for Koch foods, and he enjoyed ...

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• July 9, 2012

BIRCHWOOD Stanley Eugene Prueitt, 54, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012, in a Chattanooga hospital. He was a NHRA Drag Racing enthusiast and enjoyed riding motorcycles. He was of the Baptist faith and was currently employed with Filter Specialists, Inc.He ...

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• July 9, 2012

ROSSVILLE Betty Rose Wilson, 86, died on Sunday, July 8, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Wilson, Jr.; and two sons, Jimmy Kinsey and Daniel Wilson.Survivors include her son, Roger Wilson and wife, Nadine; brothers, Leonard ...

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• July 9, 2012

EARLYSVILLE, Va. John Drayton Dalgliesh, Jr., acclaimed architect and dear friend, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 5, 2012. Born in Columbia, S.C., in 1944, he was raised in Wilmington, Del., where he attended Wilmington Friends School. Jay ...

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• July 9, 2012

Peggy Virginia Akridge, 71, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012 in a local hospital. Arrangements will be announced later by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga, Inc.

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• July 9, 2012

Josephine Elizabeth (Betty) Harris died Saturday morning, July 7, 2012 in a local hospital at the age of 101.Betty was born in Philadelphia, Penn., on March 25, 1911, where her family lived in Germantown, moving later to a farm in ...

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• July 9, 2012

Judith D. Cannady, 56, of Soddy-Daisy passed away Sunday, July 8, 2012 at a local health care facility. She was of the Church of God Faith. She loved doing genealogy and working with crafts. She was preceded in death by ...

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• July 9, 2012

Thelma Alice (Howard) Christian, 100, passed away Saturday morning, July 7, 2012 in a local hospital. Her passing was peaceful and she was surrounded by her beloved family. Thelma was a life-long resident of Chattanooga and a member of Mile ...

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• July 9, 2012

Tonya Harris, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, July 6, 2012 at her residence.Arrangements will be announced later by Taylor Funeral Home of Chattanooga, Inc.

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• July 8, 2012

Joshua Nicholas Hemond 32, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012.Joshua was a graduate of Johnson State College in Vermont was employed by Miller Industries, and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp., member of St. Albans Vermont Methodist Church.He ...

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• July 8, 2012

Willie Ruth Lewis Hutson, 89, of Chattanooga, passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2012, in a local hospital. The family will receive friends from 3-6 p.m. today at the Highway 58 Chapel of Turner Funeral Home, Chattanooga, or you may ...

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• July 8, 2012

,Samuel D. Cranmore Jr., 70, a lifelong resident of Soddy-Daisy went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, July 7, 2012. He retired from Hamilton County Highway Department after 37 years of service and was of Church of God ...

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• July 8, 2012

Karen Denise Laney, 50, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2012, at Erlanger Hospital with her family by her side.Karen faced her illness with strength, courage and dignity. She stood in midst of the storm and when the wind ...

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• July 8, 2012

Clarence Owens Langston, 86, of Lookout Valley, Tenn., passed away Friday, July 6, 2012 peacefully at his home.He was a long time resident of Lookout Valley and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and all animals. He ...

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• July 8, 2012