Doris Mae Chittenden
Nov 14, 2025
Doris Mae Chittenden, a cherished soul who graced this world with her kindness and unwavering spirit, departed from this life on November 14, 2025, in her beloved Cleveland, Tennessee. Born on August 8, 1945, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and a remarkable career spanned more than 45 years as a Licensed Cosmetologist. Her roots were firmly planted...
Brenda Kaye Wingo
Nov 8, 2025
Brenda Kaye (Smith) Wingo, age 73, passed away peacefully at CHI Memorial on November 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Brenda was a remarkably intelligent and talented woman, affectionately nicknamed “The Great Knower” by her family. She had a lifelong love of reading and possessed an incredible memory—she could answer nearly every question on Jeopardy! A gifted interior decorator with...
Zeno Dean Cranfield
Nov 8, 2025
Zeno Dean Cranfield, age 84, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025. He was born on February 27, 1941, to the late Wilburn and Elizabeth Cranfield.
Zeno was a hardworking man who owned and operated his own used car lot for many years. He took great pride in his work and was known for his honesty and dedication. Above all, Zeno...
Josephine Rita Brand
Nov 3, 2025
Josephine Rita Brand, lovingly known as “Jo,” passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 83.
Born in Birmingham, Alabama, on February 10, 1942, Jo was the daughter of the late Norman and Angelena Nicastro. She had been a devoted member of Wesley Memorial Church since 1987 and held a special love for her...
George Richard "Dickie" Bird
Oct 31, 2025
George Richard "Dickie" Bird, 85, passed away October 31, 2025. He was a lifelong resident of Cleveland. He was a 1958 graduate of Bradley Central High School, and then attended The Tennessee Polytechnic Institute. He was the founder of Bird's Drafting, and later worked for Tri-State Truss Company. He was a longtime member and tireless servant for the benevolence ministries...
Tommye Ruth Roark
Oct 31, 2025
Tommye Ruth Roark, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, was born on September 26, 1938, in the small town of Birchwood, Tennessee. On October 31, 2025, she peacefully departed from this world in Chattanooga, Tennessee, leaving behind a rich legacy woven with love, dedication, and compassion.
Mrs. Roark dedicated more than 45 years of her life to Provident/Cigna...
Junior Ned Morrison
Oct 31, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Junior Ned Morrison who left this world on October 31, 2025, in Cleveland, Tennessee. Born on June 12, 1932, in Etowah, TN, Junior lived a life rich with and dedicated to family, friends, and service to his community.
Junior was known for his caring heart and unwavering commitment to those...
Thelma "Polly" Pauline Still
Oct 31, 2025
Thelma Pauline “Polly” (Minnis) Still, loving wife, mother, and “Granny,” passed peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on October 31, 2025, at the age of 92.
Born and raised in Cleveland, Tennessee, Polly spent nearly her entire life surrounded by family and friends in the community she cherished. She was a devoted member of Thompson Springs Baptist...
Caroline Overa Phillips
Oct 26, 2025
Caroline Phillips, age 81, a lifelong resident of Bradley County, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025. She was a faithful member at the East Side Church of Christ and the devoted wife of the late Bobby Phillips for 50 years. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was best know for her pleasant and...
Cornilla Lynn Callahan
Oct 25, 2025
Cornilla “Lynn” Self Callahan, 58, of Charleston, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, October 25, 2025 following a lengthy illness.
Lynn was born in Cleveland, TN on February 5, 1967 to the late Uless and Celia Virginia Huggins Self.
Lynn was a loving wife, mother, sister and faithful friend. Food was her love language. If she ever cooked for you,...
Margaret E Barton
Oct 23, 2025
Margaret E. Barton, a former resident of Cleveland, died on Thursday, October 23, at the age of 87.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford Z. Barton Sr and Mable Davis Barton, her brothers, James Barton of Chicago, IL, Ernest Barton of Niota, TN, and Larry Barton of Fort Payne, AL.
Survivors include her brothers, Clifford Z. Barton Jr of...
Carolyn Ann Allen
Oct 23, 2025
Carolyn Ann Allen, born May 14, 1951, to the late J.N. and Jeanette Taylor, passed away on October 23, 2025.
She is survived by her loving children, Dr. Stephanie (Chris) Cameron and Steven (Lauren) Allen; her sister, Cindy (Mike) Wooten, and their son and daughter-in-law; and her cherished grandchildren, Sydney and Norah Huskey and Tillie Allen.
Carolyn was known for her strong...
Linda "Pug" Trudell Franks
Oct 17, 2025
Linda Trudell Millican “Pug” Franks was born in 1945 to Grayce and Carter Millican in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up in Gadsden AL. Attending first Jacksonville State College and later the University of Alabama majoring in dietetics. It was in Jacksonville where she met her lifelong companion, the love of her life, Jerry D. Franks. She married Jerry in 1966...
Jetty Mae Higgins
Oct 6, 2025
Jetty Mae (Byrd) Higgins, age 83, of Bradley County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at Bradley Medical Center on October 6, 2025.
She was born on June 29, 1942, to the late Jewell and Cecil Byrd. Jetty absolutely loved being in church and worshiping the Lord, whom she faithfully served all her life. She had a heart for people—always ready to counsel,...
Kenneth Tinsley Ingle
Sep 20, 2025
Kenneth Tinsley Ingle, affectionately known as Kenny, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, in Florida at the age of 75.
Kenny had a deep love for the outdoors and found his greatest joy in nature—fishing, being around animals, and enjoying the simple, quiet moments outside. His kind heart and gentle spirit were evident to all who knew him.
He is preceded...
Catherine E Cummings
Sep 19, 2025
Catherine Epler Cummings, 92, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Bradley Medical Center, surrounded by family. She was born July 30, 1933, in Johnson City, New York, the daughter of Jay J. and Catherine C. (Griffin) Epler.
She had a varied career through her lifetime, starting as a medical laboratory technician at the local hospital, then with the Atomic...
Jeanette Stevison
Sep 19, 2025
Jeanette Stevison, age 81, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A lifelong resident of Cleveland, Jeanette was of the Baptist faith and lived a life marked by kindness, hard work, and a deep love for her family and community. She found joy in the simple things - crafting, attending auctions, caring for...
Robert J. Wenaas
Sep 17, 2025
Robert J. Wenaas, age 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at his home.
A proud graduate of North Dakota State University, Robert went on to serve his country in the U.S. Navy for six years, with distinguished service aboard both a submarine and an aircraft carrier. Following his military career, he worked as an engineer...
Leah Marie Sharpe
Sep 15, 2025
Leah was born in St. Boniface, Canada, and grew up on a farm in Mud Flats, Manitoba, surrounded by the wide prairie skies and the closeness of a large family. She was one of nine children—four brothers and four sisters—who together learned the values of hard work, resilience, and devotion to one another. Life was not always easy. When Leah...
