James "Jamie" Bryson
Feb 20, 2016
James ''Jamie'' Bryson, 81, of Cleveland was carried peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 20, 2016 with his family by his side. He attended Lebanon Baptist Church and was a veteran of the US Army serving in the Korean War.
Mr. Bryson was a bus driver and contractor for Bradley County Schools for...
Olaree McAlister Taylor Messer
Feb 18, 2016
Olaree McAlister Taylor Messer, 84, of Cleveland, passed away Thursday morning, February 18, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving children. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church, but attended Chilcutt United Methodist for over 50 years. Olaree retired from Cleveland Tennessee Enamel Plant after 25 years of service.
She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Col. Robert Thompson, Jr.
Feb 17, 2016
Robert Thompson, Jr., (Col USAF Retired), 82, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2016 in a Chattanooga hospice facility.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 61 years, Martha Jo Thompson; his two daughters and one son: Pam Thompson of Fayetteville, NC, Catherine Rice (husband Carl) of El Paso TX and Brian Thompson of Tuscaloosa, AL;...
Lonnie L. Jones, Jr.
Feb 17, 2016
Lonnie L. Jones, Jr., 44, of Blue Ridge, GA and a former resident of Cleveland, passed away from this life on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. He was a graduate of Bradley Central High School where he played in the Bradley Marching Band. Lonnie graduated from Cleveland State Community College and attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He graduated from...
Leola Sadowski
Feb 15, 2016
Leola Sadowski, 75, returned to her heavenly home on February 15, 2016 after a valiant battle with a long illness. Her devotion to her family and firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace.
She was a member of Waterville Baptist Church and involved in the Emmaus Community. Leola was also a Hospice...
Donald N. Ervin
Feb 13, 2016
Donald N. Ervin, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 13, 2016 surrounded by his family after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Don was born March 14, 1931 in Cleveland, TN.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Winstead, Sr. and Claudia Pearl Panky Ervin; brothers, George Ervin, Jimmy Ervin, Carl Ervin and Bobby Ervin and sisters, Dean Bigham...
Jerrine Hernandez
Feb 13, 2016
Jerrine Hernandez, 42, of Cleveland, passed away, Saturday, February 13, 2016 at her home. She was a resident of Bradley Country for her entire life.
She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Tommy Stoops: brother, Timothy Stoops and sister, Darlene Cross.
She is survived by her husband, Francisco Hernandez; children, Patricia Villatoro and husband, Lizmar and Francisco Hernandez...
Ethel Marr
Feb 12, 2016
Ethel ''Pete'' Marr, 80, of Cleveland, passed away Friday, February 12, 2016 in a local hospital. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a Red Cross Volunteer at Park Ridge Hospital for 15 years. She was known as a great cook and was famous for her homemade biscuits.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Marr;...
Mary B. Chandler
Feb 11, 2016
Mary Lee Ball Chandler, 94, a former resident of Chattanooga, died Thursday, February 11, 2016, at home in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Mary was born in Horse Cave, Kentucky, April 21, 1921 to Willie Lee Ball and Lucy Alice Tudor Ball. She was raised on a farm in Knob Lick, Kentucky, by her maternal grandparents, Princeton Parrish Tudor and Izora Alice...
Gustave R. (Gus) Karge
Feb 10, 2016
Gustave R. (Gus) Karge, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Gus served in the Pacific as a navy aircraft carrier pilot in WWII and in the Korean War as a flight instructor.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jean of 71 years; daughter, Barbara Bacon, son, James (Barbara), daughter, Deborah Crosby (James), daughter, Kristine Karge, daughter, Jo...
Felicity Connolly-Brown
Feb 7, 2016
Felicity Connolly-Brown, 60, of Barrhead, Scotland, died Sunday the 7th of February 2016 at her home in Cleveland, TN. She fought a valiant battle with ALS and finally surrendered with grace and dignity surrounded by her loved ones. She was a lifelong Roman Catholic a member of St. Therese of Lisieux, and a mother whose generous heart never turned away...
Edna Kathleen Nance
Feb 6, 2016
Edna Kathleen Nance, 89, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga. She had lived in the Cleveland area her entire life. She loved to play the guitar, sing, and square dance. She enjoyed studying her ancestry.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William Wallace and Cordia Hair Wallace; husband, Joseph...
Gerald "Buzzy" Wayne Smith
Feb 1, 2016
Gerald “Buzzy” Wayne Smith, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 01, 2016 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Cleveland, TN. He was a 50 year member of United Association Journeymen and Apprentice of the Plumbers and Pipefitting Industry Local 43.
In addition Buzzy was actively involved at the Ruritan Club where he cooked and...
Colby MacKaye Robinson
Jan 30, 2016
Colby MacKaye Robinson died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 30, 2016 in Cleveland, Tennessee. He was 33 years old. Colby was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on September 26, 1982 to his parents, Dr. Don E. Robinson and Dawn R. Robinson. His middle name came from the founder of the Appalachian Trail, Benton MacKaye. In 1986, at age 4, he was successfully...
Willard OJ Gold
Jan 30, 2016
Willard O.J. Gold, 77, of Cleveland passed away Saturday, January 30, 2016 in a local healthcare facility.
Willard was a happy person. He enjoyed being outside, hunting and spending time with his family.
Willard was preceded in death by his parents, TJ and Stella Montgomery Gold.
Survivors include his cousins, Clarence Montgomery, Janice Setters, Barry and June Andersen,...
Marsha Darlene Brewer
Jan 28, 2016
Marsha Darlene Brewer, 60, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016 in a local hospital. She was a member of Abundant Life Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven Dale Brewer; father, John Casson, and brother, Michael Casson.
She is survived by her two children: Lori Castelow Miller and Timothy of...
Bill S. Quinn
Jan 28, 2016
Bill S. Quinn, 84, of Cleveland, passed away suddenly Thursday, January 28, 2016 at a Chattanooga hospital. He was born August 2, 1931 to the late C.C. & Frieda Allen Quinn. Following his graduation from Ooltewah High School he joined the United States Air Force. After a 38 year career he retired from Bowater as a paper maker. He was...
Junior Allen Collins
Jan 27, 2016
Junior Allen Collins, 81, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2016 in a local hospital. A former resident of Ft. Meade, Florida, he moved to Cleveland eight years ago and he and his wife became members of First Baptist Church. A graduate of Florida State University, he served his country in the United States Army and then became an art teacher. ...
Frankie Burris Womac
Jan 26, 2016
Frankie Lee Burris Womac, 86, of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at her home. She retired as a seamstress from American Uniform after 35 years of service. She was of the Baptist faith. Frankie was a NASCAR fan and also enjoyed quilting and crafts.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Zena Smith Burris; husband,...
Margaret Talley
Jan 24, 2016
Margaret J. Talley, 81, of Cleveland passed away Sunday, January 24, 2016 in an Athens hospital.
Margaret was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church and had worked as a waitress at Holiday Inn for 17 years.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank McKinley, second husband, M.L. Hyde and third husband, Jack Talley; her parents, Johnny and...
