Carl Wesley Kountz, Sr.
Jan 3, 2018
Carl Wesley Kountz, Sr, 50, of Cleveland, TN, passed away at an area hospital on Wednesday, January 3, 2018.
He was born March 26, 1967 in Chattanooga, TN to James and Lynda Taylor. Carl had attended Mowbry Mountain Church of God. He loved his job as a long haul driver where he never met a stranger. Anytime you were around...
Bobbie Jean Ballew Clayton
Jan 3, 2018
Bobbie Jean Ballew Clayton, 89, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at a Dalton, GA health care facility. She was a member of South Cleveland Church of God.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harley G. Ballew, Sr.; parents, Coy W. and Lela German Ogle and infant son, Robert G. Ballew.
She is survived by her...
Thomas "Elmer" Cartwright
Jan 2, 2018
Thomas “Elmer” Cartwright, 98, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at a local health care facility. He was born on May 14, 1919 in Meigs County to the late Thomas Owen “T.O.” and Annie Atchley Cartwright.
He was a combat wounded World War II veteran of the United States Army. For his service Elmer received...
Ronnie Lee Cash
Jan 1, 2018
Ronnie Lee Cash, age 75 of Sweetwater, TN, passed away suddenly at home on January 1, 2018, New Year's Day. He was retired from Many years as an auto mechanic, and has been serving as the Monroe County Sheriff's Department Chaplain since 1994.Ronnie enjoyed going to church and helping others in many ways.He is survived by his wife, Connie; son...
Raymond Dennis Sanders
Jan 1, 2018
Raymond Dennis Sanders, 64, of Cleveland, TN, passed away at his home on Monday, January 1, 2018.
He was born April 14, 1953 in Cleveland, TN to Denn Charles and Peggy Shoemaker Sanders. Raymond loved to fish, hunt and be outdoors and was a member of the NRA. He was of the Baptist faith.
Raymond was preceded in death by...
Mary Ann Boyd
Dec 31, 2017
Mary Ann Boyd, 88, received her ultimate healing from Alzheimer’s when she entered the portals of heaven on Sunday afternoon, December 31, 2017. She was a member of Waterville Baptist Church, where she was an active member of the Silver Seniors. Her and her husband served as camp host at Cumberland Mt. State Park for sixteen years until her health...
Anita "Gail" Brown
Dec 29, 2017
Anita “Gail’’ Brown, 62, lifelong resident of Cleveland, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017 at her home. She attended Central Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her husband and soul mate, Edward W. Brown; and her parents, Eugene and Imogene Woods.
Survivors include her late husband’s daughters, Sherrie McConnell (Steve) of Cleveland, Mary Collins (Craig) of...
Connie R. Woods
Dec 29, 2017
Connie R. Woods, 61, lifelong resident of Cleveland passed away Friday, December 29, 2017 in a local hospital. She was a member of Waterville Baptist Church. Connie was retired from Sun Trust Bank where she served as Manager.
She was preceded in death by her father, Carl C. Johnston.
Survivors include her husband, Bobby Woods, Sr. of Cleveland; mother, Robbynell...
Dorothy Humphrey Epperson
Dec 29, 2017
Dorothy Humphrey Epperson, born November 12, 1935, passed away peacefully in her home on December 29th surrounded by her beloved family. She was 82. “Dot”, as she was affectionately known by most, was a shining light in many lives. She exemplified goodness, grace, and optimism in her daily life. She loved deeply, gave generously, and lived life to its fullest. ...
Hershel S. Colley
Dec 28, 2017
Hershel Sumpter Colley, 78, of Georgetown, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2017 at his home. He graduated from Charleston High School where he played on the basketball team. Hershel previously owned and operated Colley Radiator Shop in Cleveland. He served six years in the National Guard, where he rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant and was awarded the Marksmanship...
Brandi Shea Rasnake
Dec 28, 2017
Brandi Shea Russell Rasnake, age 42, of Athens, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Sweetwater Hospital. She was born to Philip Haney and Lollie Mae Jones Haney on October 27, 1975, in Wurzburg, Germany.
Brandi is a lifelong resident of McMinn County and a member of Eastview Baptist Church. She was a 1994 graduate of McMinn...
James Franklin Flowers
Dec 27, 2017
James Franklin Flowers, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017, in a local hospital. He was of church of God faith and lifelong resident of Bradley County.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Rosie Sanders Flowers and brother, James Howard.
He is survived by his sisters, Dora McGill of Cleveland and Mary...
Millard Toomey
Dec 27, 2017
Mr. Millard Toomey, age 88 of Niota, passed away on December 27, 2017, at his residence. He was born in North Carolina to the late Kermit Edward and Myrtle Cole Toomey, and lived the majority of his life in McMinn County as a homebuilder. Millard was a member of the East Niota Baptist Church. He loved gardening, fishing, and spending...
Amber Danielle Blair
Dec 23, 2017
Amber Danielle Blair, 21, passed from this doorway and into the Kingdom of Heaven this past Saturday, December 23, 2017 while at home. She was a faithful servant of God and was a member of Clingan Ridge Baptist Church. Amber never met a stranger and she could make friends in a room of total strangers in a few moments. Her...
Myrtle E. Ownby
Dec 23, 2017
Myrtle E. Ownby, 88, of Cleveland passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017 at her home. She was a member of North Cleveland Baptist Church. Through many family tragedies, she held a strong faith in God and was the anchor of the family. Her life was spent giving and sacrificing for others.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie...
Sarah Lucille Varner
Dec 22, 2017
Sarah Lucille Varner (“Mamaw”), 85, passed away Friday, December 22, 2017 at a family residence. She had been a resident of Cleveland for over 70 years. She was a Godly woman and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother to her family. She attended many different community churches close to her home during her lifetime. She was a member of Benton...
Virginia "Jimmie" Wallace
Dec 19, 2017
Virginia Hooper Wallace, of Cleveland, passed away with peace and grace, just as she lived, Tuesday, December 19, 2017 in a Chattanooga healthcare facility. She loved to grow and enjoy flowers in her gardens and delighted in cooking for her ever-growing family, her kitchen was never closed. A true Southern lady, she exuded a spirit of excellence in everything she...
Roger Eugene McClure
Dec 19, 2017
Roger McClure, age 59, passed December 19, 2017. Arrangements are pending.
Leonard Torbett
Dec 18, 2017
Leonard Alton Torbett, age 83, of Cleveland passed away December 18, 2017 at a local healthcare facility.
Leonard loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Leonard was predeceased by his parents, Carl and Wittie Torbett.
Leonard is survived by his loving wife, Gail Torbett; children, Ross Torbett (Bonnie) and Lisa Collins, all of Cleveland; several grandchildren and...
Deborah Fuchs
Dec 18, 2017
Deborah Lynn Fuchs, 61, of Cleveland, passed away December 18, 2017 in Cleveland, Tennessee. She was born in Louisville, KY by Anthony Joseph Fuchs and Marjorie Ann Layman Summers. She was of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She went to sleep and woke up in the arms of God.
Survivors include her children, Earl...


