Jimmy Joe Stamps
Dec 23, 2016
Jimmy Joe Stamps, 71, of Cleveland, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016. He was a graduate of Tennessee Technological University where he received a degree in Business Administration. After graduation he served as a First Lieutenant in the United States Army. During that time he served in the Vietnam War as a Ranger where he received the Purple Heart....
William Roland Fitch
Dec 22, 2016
William Roland Fitch, 82, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Thursday December 23, 2016 in a local hospital. He was of Baptist faith and a veteran of The United States Army.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Fitch; brothers, Wayne and Richard Wilson and sister, Mary Wilson.
He is survived by his children: ...
Barbara J. Adams
Dec 22, 2016
Barbara J. Adams, 77, a resident of Riceville, went to her “Heavenly Home” with her family by her side on, Thursday, December 22, 2016. She dedicated her life to helping others, retiring from Bradley County Nursing Home and ABC Home Health. She was a member of North Cleveland Church of God
She was preceded in death by her...
Lorene "Belle" Samples
Dec 19, 2016
Lorene “Belle” Samples, 71, lifelong resident of Charleston passed away Monday, December 19, 2016 at her home. She was a member of Center Point Baptist Church. Mrs. Samples always considered her family first and foremost.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rue A. and Minnie Josephine Long; infant son, Barry Samples; grandson, Jason Wright; brothers: Joe...
Sharon Lee Williams
Dec 17, 2016
Sharon Lee Williams, 84, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2016 in a Chattanooga hospital. She was a former resident of Jacksonville, Florida. She was a caring mother, grandmother and wife and everyone considered her the rock of the family. She was a very energetic person who was full of life and also athletic. She was a...
Carolyn Wilene Wilson
Dec 14, 2016
Carolyn Wilene Wilson, 78, of Cleveland, died Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at a local health care facility. She was a member of North Cleveland Church of God. Carolyn was retired from Bradley Memorial Hospital where she worked as a RN for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Wilson who passed away November 11, 2015; and...
John Parks Morgan
Dec 14, 2016
John Parks Morgan, 81, a resident of Cleveland since 1978, having moved from Tacoma Park, MD passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016. He moved to Cleveland from Tacoma Park, MD where he served as a sergeant with the police department. John was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp and was employed with the City of Cleveland as a...
Virginia Goodwin
Dec 13, 2016
Ona Virginia Gamble Goodwin, died on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. She has been a member of Cloverleaf Missionary Baptist Church since 1987 and was the organist. Her “great love” was singing and playing Southern Gospel Songs. She sang in her first quartet at the age of 14 at Hopewell Baptist Church. She sang with others during the years including her...
Adam Lee Johnson
Dec 12, 2016
Adam Lee Johnson, 18, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016. He had a love for computers and had a passion for web design. He loved video games and loved to play basketball with his dad. He came off as a bit shy but when you got to know him he was loving, caring and had a...
Frank Burgan
Dec 11, 2016
Frank Burgan, 79, a resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2016 at his residence. He was of the Protestant faith. He was a former fire fighter of 32 years for the City of Speedway, Indiana. He loved country music and fishing. He was a retired Chief of Speedway, Indiana.
Mr. Burgan was preceded in death by...
Lorene Alloway
Dec 11, 2016
Lorene White Alloway, 87, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2016 in Sterling Heights, Michigan. She was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church of Michigan.
She was the daughter of the late William J. and Ethel Lee White. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Reverend Edison Alloway; six sisters and six brothers.
She is survived...
Ella Nora Russell
Dec 9, 2016
Ella Nora (Nichols) Russell, age 71, passed away Friday, December 9, 2016 at her home.
She loved her flower garden as well as shopping, but her real passion was her children and taking care of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a kind person and loved her sister’s retreat with her siblings, but most of all she loved the...
Verda Ruth Perry
Dec 5, 2016
Verda Ruth Perry, 71, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, December 5, 2016 at her residence. She attended Clingan Ridge Baptist Church where she enjoyed the singing and choir. Her interests included going to work with her sister, Mary, artwork, movies and gathering with family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Isham Albert Perry and Ella...
Dolores Gobble Douglas
Dec 5, 2016
Dolores Gobble Douglas, 84, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, December 5, 2016 at her residence. She retired as the secretary for Mayfield Elementary after 34 years of service. She was a member of Central church of Christ.
Preceding her in death were her parents, Lewis and Aline Trotter Gobble and her precious grandson, Cody Smith.
She leaves behind to cherish...
Erin E. Grodek
Dec 3, 2016
Erin E. Grodek, 33, of Cleveland went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 3, 2016 in a local hospital. She was a member of Eagles Landing Worship Center where she was a singer and day care volunteer. Erin loved to ride motorcycles, loved the beach, and loved photography. She was devoted to her church and church family.
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Joanna "Mamajo" Belle Davis
Dec 1, 2016
Joanna "Mamajo" Belle Mack Davis, 74, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2016, in a local hospital. She has lived in the Cleveland area most of her life and was of the Baptist faith. She was a retiree of Shaw Carpet. She loved to read and watch her grandchildren play softball.
She was preceded in death...
Mark Riddle Faulk, Jr.
Nov 30, 2016
Mark Riddle Faulk, Jr. 59, a resident of Ocoee passed away during the early morning hours of November 30, 2016 when the storm passed through Polk County. He was employed with Knight Transport for 7 years.
Mr. Faulk was preceded in death by his wife, Saundra Faulk; and his father, Mark Riddle Faulk, Sr.
He is survived by...
Saundra Jo Faulk
Nov 30, 2016
Saundra Jo Stoker Faulk, 50, a resident of Ocoee, passed away during the early morning hours of November 30, 2016 when the storm passed through Polk County. She loved making crafts with her mother.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mark Riddle Faulk, Jr.; father, Joe Stoker; twin sister, Rhonda Jo Stoker Milner.
She is survived...
Judith Ann Fields
Nov 30, 2016
Judith Ann Caylor Fields, 70, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, November 30, at the family residence. She was a member of Big Spring Baptist Church. She was a former employee of Sherlin Grocery and Faye Swafford. She loved to sew, cook, go camping but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Mrs. Fields was the daughter...
Alma Sue Hammontree
Nov 28, 2016
Alma Hammontree, 86, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Monday, November 28, 2016 at the family residence.
There will be a private graveside service at a later date.
Ralph Buckner Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.


