Allene Beck Carroll
Jul 4, 2018
Allene Beck Carroll, 82, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2018. Allene was an amazing wife, mother and Nana. She loved her family and friends unconditionally, especially her grandchildren who were the lights of her life. Her greatest joy was to be able to vacation with them over their summer break on journeys across the country. A devoted nurse...
Deborah Kay McGill
Jul 4, 2018
Deborah Kay (Taylor) McGill, 63, passed away peacefully at her home July 4, 2018 with loved ones by her side.
Deborah, or Debbie as she was known to many, was born March 25, 1955 in Barberton, Ohio where she grew up and spent her early years. She then moved to the Cleveland, TN area in her early 20’s, where...
P. Richard McKeehan
Jul 1, 2018
Reverend P. Richard McKeehan
On July 1, 2018 Heaven welcomed one of its own. A man who committed his entire life to spreading the good news of Jesus Christ to all. As a pastor his actions solidified his unwavering faith and steadfast belief in Christ. It is our family's hope that he be remembered for his ability to share seemly...
James Dale Wright
Jun 29, 2018
James Dale Wright, 64, a lifelong resident of Cleveland passed away suddenly Friday morning, June 29, 2018 at a family residence. He had worked for Cleveland Utilities for 37 years as a water treatment manager. He had attended the Church of God of Prophecy. He was a gun and history enthusiast. In the early 1980’s, he was a part of...
James Odell Saffels
Jun 29, 2018
James Odell Saffels, age 71, passed away at his home on June 29, 2018.
The following obituary as written by Odell, prior to his death.
“I leave behind my wife of 49 years, Wanda Jo Waldrop Saffels, Love you.
Survived by one brother, Anthony Saffels, one sister, Sandra Jamerson; two nephews, and three nieces.
I was proceeded in death...
Easter Randolph Frady
Jun 28, 2018
Easter Pauline Randolph Frady, 87, of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2018 at her home. She was a member of East Side Church of Christ. A student of Cadek Conservatory she studied piano under Meta Harris Sherman for several years. She spread the love of music over the Cleveland area as a member of the Cleveland Music Club for...
Anna Marie Ruckgaber
Jun 26, 2018
Anna Marie Ruckgaber, age 30, previously a resident of Etowah, tragically passed away on June 26, 2018, while visiting in Canada.
During her youth, Anna Marie, was an accomplished Saddleseat equestrian rider winning countless trophies and ribbons for her talents in the show ring. While a student at Mountain View Elementary School in Etowah, Tennessee, Anna Marie won a number...
Lois Marie Bauer
Jun 26, 2018
Lois Marie Bauer, age 86, of Cleveland passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at a local health care facility.
Lois is survived by her husband, Dr. George Edward Bauer; sons, Don Bauer (Karen), Paul Douglas (Liz), David (Laura), Marc (Pam); grandsons, Luke Bauer, Matt Bauer, and Adam Bauer.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Johnnie Woodrow Floyd
Jun 25, 2018
Johnnie Woodrow Floyd, 64, of McDonald, passed away Monday, June 25, 2018, at his residence. He had lived in the Cleveland area his entire life and had been employed at Hardees on Keith Street for 18 years. He was a member of Faith Memorial Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Isom Floyd and Elizabeth Hicks Floyd; one...
Daniel Kent Murphy
Jun 25, 2018
Daniel Kent Murphy, age 47, passed away at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens on Monday, June 25, 2018. A native of Plymouth, Massachusetts, he had lived in Decatur, TN for several years.
He was a loving husband, father and “Dan Paw”. He was preceded in death by his parents, father, Robert A. Murphy and mother, Nancy E. Murphy.
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Dr. Ozane R. Adams
Jun 25, 2018
Dr. Ozane R. Adams, 91, of Cleveland passed away Monday, June 25, 2018. She came to Cleveland in 1967 and was part of the first faculty at Cleveland State Community College. Ozane received her D. Ed. in Arts and Education at Middle Tennessee State University. In addition to her family, her interests included horses, needle work and college basketball. Earlier...
Bonnie Mae Swafford Ash
Jun 25, 2018
Bonnie Mae Swafford Ash, 91, of Ocoee, passed away Monday, June 25, 2018 in Gainesville, GA where she had been living with her family for the past three years. She was born July 8, 1926 to the late Isom Lawson Swafford and Lula Thomas Swafford. Bonnie was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school. She worked...
William Cardoso
Jun 24, 2018
William “Sammy” Cardoso, 35, passed away on Sunday, June 24, in a local hospital. Sammy was born in Houston, Texas and for the past 20 years was a resident of Cleveland. He was a much loved friend of Denise and everyone with Life Bridges, Inc. of Cleveland.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Pamela Sue Gibson Cardoso and...
Billy Wayne Smith
Jun 24, 2018
Billy Wayne Smith, age 66, of Madisonville, went to be with His Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 24, 2018 at his residence.
Bill’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Bill was born in Columbia, TN and spent a majority of his life in Michigan and returned to Madisonville...
Wanda J. Moses
Jun 22, 2018
Wanda J. Moses, 75, a resident of Cleveland, Tennessee and formerly of Marion, Virginia passed away peacefully on Friday June 22, 2018 in the arms of her husband at the family residence. She attended Kinser Church of God. Today, Jo Ann is singing with God, who she loved so much.
Jo Ann was born January 23, 1943. She was...
Loretta Jean Danley
Jun 21, 2018
Loretta Nicholson Danley, age 74 of Benton, and formerly of Copperhill, passed away 6/21/2018 at Signature Healthcare in Cleveland.
She was the daughter of the late Clarence T. and Clora “Mae” Weaver Nicholson. Loretta worked as a housekeeper at the Fannin Inn in Blue Ridge, GA; and she was of the Church of God faith.
In addition to her...
Jimmy Dean Bailey
Jun 18, 2018
Jimmy Dean Bailey, 84, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, June 18, 2018, at a local healthcare facility. He was a member of Central Church of Christ and a veteran of the United States Navy. Jimmy graduated from Lawrence County High School and Middle Tennessee State University. He retired from the 3M Corporation in 1995 after 37 years of service.
He...
Azilee Berry Davis
Jun 17, 2018
Azilee Berry Davis, 86, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018, at her residence. She was a member of First Baptist Church. She retired from the Cleveland City School system after 40 years of service. She graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1951; then moved to Cleveland soon after. She enjoyed square dancing, volunteering at church and participating with the...
Mae Rell Nichols Dyer
Jun 17, 2018
Mae Rell Nichols Dyer, 96, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018, at a local healthcare facility. She was a member of Valley View Baptist Church. She enjoyed fishing, gardening and flowers and crafts.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Dyer; children, Douglas Maddox and Joan Jerald; grandchild, Rachel Riddle; parents, Omer and Pauline Manders...
Mary Helen Lee
Jun 16, 2018
Mary Helen Lee, 96, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, June 16, 2018 in a local healthcare facility. She was a life-long member of First Baptist Church where she was a member of the J.O.Y Sunday school class and the Clark Circle. Helen taught the seven year olds at the church for many years. She was retired from Unum Provident with...
