OBITUARIES

Frank Runyon Ellis

Frank Runyon Ellis

Aug 26, 2024

Frank R Ellis Jr., 84, of Cleveland passed away Monday, August 26, 2024. He was born November 5, 1939, to the late Frank R Ellis Sr. and Mildred Elizabeth Cox Ellis. Frank graduated from Bradley Central High School, Belmont University, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Grace Fellowships International.

He leaves behind the cherished memory of his wife of 67 years, Betty...

AF Retired MSgt. Howard J. Lones

AF Retired MSgt. Howard J. Lones

Aug 25, 2024

Retired Master Sergeant (MSgt) Howard J. Lones, age 88 of Cleveland passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024 surrounded by his family. 

Mr. Lones retired from the United States Air Force as an E-7 after six years of active duty and later retiring from the Air National Guard. He earned medals for Good Conduct, Commendation, Outstanding Unit Award and Air Force Longevity...

Johnnie Allen Martin

Johnnie Allen Martin

Aug 22, 2024

Johnnie "Allen" Martin, 74, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, at Hospice Care Center in Chattanooga. He was born October 21, 1949, in Englewood, TN.

He was a proud resident of Charleston, TN. 

As per Allen's request, there will no funeral or memorial service will be held.

"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."

Ann Gilliland Chittenden

Ann Gilliland Chittenden

Aug 17, 2024

Ann Chittenden, 90, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was a master gardener and was the owner of Chittenden’s Plants and More in Charleston. Ann also worked in the garden center of Home Depot in Cleveland for several years. She was known for the care and knowledge of taking care of her flowers. 

She...

Clyne Buxton

Clyne Buxton

Aug 14, 2024

Clyne W. Buxton was born on a farm near Chicora, Mississippi. He learned early how to work and later managed the family farm as a youth.

An ordained minister of the Church of God, he held a short pastorate in Canada and three in Alabama.

He also served the Church of God, his denomination, for six yeas as state youth and Christian...

Donald K. Pike

Donald K. Pike

Aug 10, 2024

Donald K. Pike, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at his residence surrounded by loved ones. Mr. Pike was of the Baptist Faith.

Mr. Pike was born February 3, 1954, in Bradley County, Tennessee to the late Donald Reece and Mary Helen Sneed Pike. Mr. Pike was employed with International Paper for 42 years. 

He enjoyed going to...

Mr. Billy Shelton Jacobs

Mr. Billy Shelton Jacobs

Aug 9, 2024

Mr. Billy Shelton Jacobs, a man of unwavering faith and profound love, embraced his journey into eternal peace on August 9, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on April 7, 1937, Billy's life was a tapestry woven with threads of devotion, kindness and an unshakeable trust in his savior Jesus Christ that touched the hearts of all who fortunate...

Helen L. Boyd

Helen L. Boyd

Aug 7, 2024

Mrs. Helen Louise Boyd, of Cleveland, TN passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at Signature Healthcare of Cleveland. She was eighty-five.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Poole Funeral Home Chapel Cleveland with Rev. Travis Humbard and Pastor Tim Trivette officiating. Burial will follow in Moore’s Chapel Cemetery with Poole Funeral Home Cleveland directing. A...

Frances June Swafford

Frances June Swafford

Jul 29, 2024

Dear friends and family,

In loving memory of Frances June Swafford, a seamstress at American Uniform, we gather to honor her remarkable life and legacy. Frances passed away on July 29, 2024 in Athens, leaving behind a profound impact on all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Frances was born on June 21, 1935, in Cleveland. She grew up surrounded by...

Jerry Richard Brooks

Jerry Richard Brooks

Jul 28, 2024

Mr. Jerry Richard Brooks, 84, of McDonald, TN passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024, at a local assisted living facility. 

He was a member of Corinth Baptist Church. He retired from the Electric Power Board of Chattanooga after 34 years of service in 2001. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was always willing to lend a hand...

Ruby Mae Marr

Ruby Mae Marr

Jul 28, 2024

Mrs. Ruby Mae Marr, formerly of Charleston, TN passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 in Dawson, Alabama. She was 94 years old.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Poole Funeral Home of Cleveland Chapel with Brother Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens with Poole Funeral Home directing. A visitation will be held...

Robert Frank Robacker

Robert Frank Robacker

Jul 26, 2024



Robert “Bob” F. Robacker was born in Lewistown, Pennsylvania on January 29th,1951 to Robert L. Robacker and Edith D. (Dressler). The family moved to Newfoundland, Pa. where he was raised and educated. Bob graduated from Lake Wallenpaupack High School then attended

Bloomsburg State College earning a BA degree in Business Administration.



Bob had a passion for anything with an engine and an...

Mary Frances Johnson

Mary Frances Johnson

Jul 23, 2024

Mrs. Frances Johnson, of Birchwood, Tennessee passed away early Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at her residence. She was eighty-eight.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, July 27, 2024, at New Liberty Baptist Church with Pastor Ken Herring officiating. Burial will follow in the McInturff Cemetery with Poole Funeral Home at Fike Chapel directing. Visitation will be held from...

Anthony Ray Zanoska

Anthony Ray Zanoska

Jul 22, 2024

Anthony Ray “Tony” Zanoska, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Monday, July 22, 2024, at a local health care facility surrounded by family. He fought a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Tony was born on April 28, 1951, to Anthony and Dorothy Zanoska in Chicago, IL. He had been a Cleveland resident since 1966. Tony retired from Mohawk Industries. He...

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