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Richard Bowie

Richard Bowie

Jan 4, 2022

Richard Bowie, age 84, a resident of Birchwood, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022 in Birchwood, TN.  He was raised in Clinton, SC.  God called home the most gentle and loving soul…you will be missed by all. Magoo fly high in the sky and watch over all of us.  He was employed by Clinton Mills Textile Industry of Clinton, SC....

Henry James Gray, Sr.

Henry James Gray, Sr.

Jan 4, 2022

Henry J. Gray, a longtime resident of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022.  Henry was born in Dalton, GA where he later joined the U. S. Army.  After his service, he met Georgia in Chattanooga TN.  After she moved to California, he hitchhiked across the country to be reunited with her and begin their life together.  Henry will be...

Brenda J. "Cricket" Lawllan

Brenda J. "Cricket" Lawllan

Jan 4, 2022

Brenda J. “Cricket” Lawllan, of Cleveland went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, January 4, 2022 with her family by her side.  She retired from Duracell.   

She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Ruby Lawllan.

Brenda leaves behind her only sister and brother in law, Shirley and Jamesie Neyman. She also leaves behind her close...

Mary Lois Bunch

Mary Lois Bunch

Jan 2, 2022

Mary (Lois) Bunch, 89, departed to her long home Sunday, January 2, 2022. Lois loved her dog Cooper, and enjoyed crossword puzzles. She was the glue that held her family together over the years.

Preceded in death by husband, Paul Bunch; parents, Eddie and Annie Reel; brother, Eugene Reel.

She is survived and cherished by daughter and son-in-law, Sandra (Robert)...

Helen Louise Howard

Helen Louise Howard

Jan 2, 2022

Helen Howard, 76 of Cleveland went home to be with the Lord Sunday, January 2, 2022. She loved going to church and loved the lord. Her family was what she was most passionate about “the glue that held everyone together."

Preceded in death by parents, Foster Sr. and Blanche Holland Parker; daughter, Tina Louise Adkins; two sons, Jimmy Bowen, Russell...

William "Bill" Henry Shamblin

William "Bill" Henry Shamblin

Dec 31, 2021

William “Bill” Henry Shamblin, 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 31, 2021.  He was born in Riceville, Tennessee on November 2, 1928 to Lester and Marie Shamblin.  He was preceded in death, by his beautiful wife of 66 years, Eleanor “Kay” Howles Shamblin, who passed away on November 24, 2021.  Bill and Kay were married on August 20, 1955...

Freddy Eaves, Sr.

Freddy Eaves, Sr.

Dec 31, 2021

Freddy Eaves, Sr., age 67, a resident of Calhoun, TN, passed away peacefully Friday, December 31, 2021 in Cleveland, TN.  He was a member of Calhoun First Baptist Church. Freddy was a graduate of Calhoun High School. Freddy was known for his sense of humor, contagious laugh, and his ability to be a friend to anyone he encountered. Freddy was...

Gerald Ray Duckworth

Gerald Ray Duckworth

Dec 31, 2021

Gerald Ray Duckworth, age 90, a resident of Cleveland, passed Friday, December 31, 2021 at his home in Cleveland, Tennessee.  Ray was born in Peachtree, North Carolina.  He was of the Christian Faith.  Ray was a veteran of the United States Army serving as Corporal and achieved higher certification in Automotive Mechanics.  He was a graduate of Polk County High...

Mary Margaret Pierce

Mary Margaret Pierce

Dec 31, 2021

Mary Margaret Pierce, 78, went home to be with her Lord on December 31, 2021.  She was born on June 16, 1943 in Madisonville, TN to Lillie Viola Green Williams and Ellia Martin Williams.  Her family moved to the Black Fox Community when she was in the fourth grade.  She became a resident of McDonald, TN on June 1, 1962...

William J. Moorhouse, Jr.

William J. Moorhouse, Jr.

Dec 30, 2021

William J. Moorhouse, Jr., 83, a resident of Cleveland passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021 at his home. He was a member of Westwood Baptist Church.

 Mr. Moorhouse was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a marksman shooter. He was an avid supporter of the Polk County Ramp Tramp and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in...

William Mowery

William Mowery

Dec 29, 2021

William “Bill” Curtis Mowery, 72, of Charleston, TN, passed away on December 29, 2021 at Nathan Adelson Hospice, in Las Vegas, NV. 

Bill was born on May 4, 1949 to Glen Elmer and Edmonia Elizabeth Mowery in the beautiful county of Bradley, TN. After graduating from high school, he felt the call from the big city and moved to...

Bonnie Watson

Bonnie Watson

Dec 27, 2021

Bonnie Watson, age 84, a resident of Cleveland went to her Heavenly home on Monday, December 27, 2021.  She was an active member of Bethel Baptist Tabernacle in Cleveland TN.   She loved to travel and do word search puzzles. 

She was preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Laura Watson; her brothers:  James Watson, Curtis Watson, Reed Watson, R....

Harold Gene "Tommy" Frady

Harold Gene "Tommy" Frady

Dec 27, 2021

Harold Gene “Tommy” Frady, 69, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at CHI Memorial, in Chattanooga. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing and working on cars when he was able.

Preceded in death by mother, Juanita Benson Boyd; two sisters, Wanda Johnson, Brenda Frady; daughter, Christina Dunn.

Tommy is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Scotty (Heather) Frady of Rossville, GA; six...

Howard Lamar Foster Jr.

Howard Lamar Foster Jr.

Dec 26, 2021

Howard, known as Lamar to family, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021, with his daughter Tracy by his side. He lived in Apison for 45 years and was a graduate of UTC, with Industrial Engineer degree. He worked with Farmers Chemical until he retired and then continued to work as a consultant with WR Grace & Company for many...

Wesley C. Begazo

Wesley C. Begazo

Dec 26, 2021

Wesley C. Begazo, 30, of Cleveland passed away suddenly Sunday, December 26, 2021. He loved being in the water, either swimming or deep sea fishing. He was an avid Oregon Duck football fan. Wesley also enjoyed skateboarding with his son Leo.

Preceded in death by grandmother, Rosa Casquino.

Wesley is survived by wife, Kelsey Begazo of Cleveland; sons, Leo and...

Elbert Thomas Schrader

Elbert Thomas Schrader

Dec 26, 2021

Elbert Thomas Schrader, 95, a longtime resident of Mouse Creek Valley, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021. He was a man who had God in his heart, dearly loved his family and proudly served his country. He was a graduate of Valley Head and Bradley High School and received specialized training in Postal Operations.

A veteran of World War II,...

Jo Ann Williams Cross

Jo Ann Williams Cross

Dec 26, 2021

Jo Ann Williams Cross, 83, of Benton, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at an Etowah health care facility.  She was of the Baptist faith.  Jo Ann was a loving mother and grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Julia Mae Richardson Williams; husband, J. M. “Shorty” Cross; and son, Randy Cross.

Survivors include her children,...

Emmett Chastain

Emmett Chastain

Dec 25, 2021

William Emmett Chastain, age 83, a resident of Knoxville, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021.  Upon his honorable discharge of the United States Marine Corp in 1962, he returned to Cleveland and became an active leader at the Boys Club of Cleveland.  He then began working for Cletus Benton.  He served as the manager of the Cleveland Shoney’s from 1972...

James Teligades

James Teligades

Dec 25, 2021

James Teligades, age 69, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 in Cleveland, TN.  He was of the Greek Orthodox faith and enjoyed spending time with his family while listening to Greek music and cooking delicious Greek food.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Teligades and Constantina Tzimas.

He is survived by Sondra Teligades...

Yolanda Faye Browder

Yolanda Faye Browder

Dec 24, 2021

Faye Browder, 59 of McDonald, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 at her home.

She truly loved and lived for her grandchildren. She enjoyed camping and going to the mountains, being outdoors, but mostly just being with family .

Preceded in death by parents, Rusty and Janice Jenkins; several aunts, uncles, and one grandson, Hunter Davis.

Faye is survived by...

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