Ailene Robinson Moffett
Nov 21, 2018
On November 21, 2018, Ailene Robinson Moffett transitioned out of this earthly life and joined her loved ones and friends in the eternal life she longed for since her conversion to Christianity in her childhood years. Born on May 14, 1931, Ailene will be remembered as a steadfast woman of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, a servant to the...
Larry Harriager Neff
Nov 19, 2018
Larry Harriager Neff, 75, of Calhoun passed away in a Chattanooga hospital, Monday November 19, 2018. He was a graduate of Anderson College in Anderson, Indiana. Larry was a professor at Tennessee-Wesleyan University for many years. He loved woodworking, psychology, and special education. He was of the Church of God faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents...
Steven Lee Kelly
Nov 18, 2018
Steven Lee Kelly, 59, of Benton passed away, Sunday November 18, 2018. He was of the Christian faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents Conley and Betty Jean Smith Kelly and brothers Paul and Jimmy Kelly
He is survived by his children Heather Kelly of Cleveland, Steven Kelly of Florence, KY and Miranda Kelly of Florence,...
Jimmie Louise Matthews Millard
Nov 16, 2018
Jimmie Louise Matthews Millard, 82, of Birchwood passed away Friday November 16, 2018, in a local healthcare facility. She was a lifelong resident of Rhea County. She loved cooking and gardening. She was a member of Burdette Baptist Church.
She was proceeded in death by parents Tom and Tennessee Wright Matthews; son James Millard; sisters Carolyn Pierce, Bobbie McKinney, and...
Mildred Imogene Proctor
Nov 16, 2018
Mildred Imogene Proctor, 82, of Cleveland died Friday morning, at home, peacefully. She was of the Baptist faith. She was a mother and friend to many people in her life, and was always willing to help or give to anyone in need.
She was the wife of the late Tommie E. Proctor; daughter of the late Arch and Lillie Emerson.
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Mary Elizabeth Mayfield Neil
Nov 15, 2018
Mary “Bess” Neil passed away on November 15, 2018 in Cleveland, Tennessee at the age of 99.
Bess was born on December 21, 1918 to Pearson Blythe and Mary Summerfield Key Mayfield. She attended Girls Preparatory School in Chattanooga and Bob Jones Academy in Cleveland. After graduation, she attended Miss Simple’s Finishing School in New York City. She married David...
Allen Scott Raines
Nov 15, 2018
Allen "Alfie" Scott Raines, 51, of Cleveland passed away unexpectedly in Dothan, Alabama on Thursday November 15, 2018. He was a native and lifelong resident of Bradley County. He loved being around people and was the life of the party. His life revolved round his family, especially his wife, Denise. Alfie always taught self sacrifice, loyalty, and the importance of...
James William Eslinger
Nov 14, 2018
James William Eslinger, 95, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at his residence. He was a member at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, choir member, and Sunday School teacher. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.He was preceded in death by his parents, John William Eslinger and Mary Cassie Marler Eslinger; son,...
Helga Quedzuweit
Nov 12, 2018
Helga Quedzuweit, 81, of Cleveland, TN, passed away Monday, November 12, 2018, at a healthcare facility in Ringgold, GA. She was born in Germany to the late Gustav and Augusta (Schliwinski) Guttschuss. Helga was a member of the Bowman Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church. She enjoyed planting flowers, her dogs, knitting, her church, and, most of all, her family.
Survivors include...
Elva Bell Hewett Peeler
Nov 11, 2018
Elva Bell Hewett Peeler, 100, of Georgia and a former resident of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018 in a Griffin, GA health care facility. She retired from the Church of God Publishing House where she worked for over 50 years. Elva was a member of North Cleveland Church of God. She enjoyed yard work and spending time with...
Mary Ruth Bowman Cranfield
Nov 11, 2018
Mary Ruth Bowman Cranfield, 76, of Georgetown, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018 in a Chattanooga hospital. A native of Chattanooga she spent a majority of her life in Bradley County. She was a member of Stanfield Baptist Church. Mary loved gardening, working outdoors and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Luther...
James Dale Drotzur
Nov 9, 2018
James Dale Drotzur, 57, of Cleveland, passed away Friday, November 9, 2018 at a local hospital. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and had lived in the Cleveland area for the past 40 years. He was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed spending his time fishing and working on cars.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry John...
William (Bill) Walter Cross
Nov 2, 2018
William (Bill) Walter Cross, age 79, of Cleveland, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday morning November 2, 2018.
He is preceded in death by his sons, Tim Cross, Larry and Garry Cross; parents, Wallace and Lily Cross; and four brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Mary Cross; daughters,...
Donald M. Lorton
Nov 2, 2018
Donald M. Lorton, age 88, of Cleveland, passed away on Friday November 2, 2018. Don was a First Lieutenant in the U.S.A.F from 1951-1955. In 1957 Don received his B.S. in Industrial Administration from the University of Illinois. In 1970, Don received his MBA from Michigan State. In 1957, Don started his career at the Whirlpool Corporation in Fremont, OH. ...
Charles Thomas Nicholson
Nov 1, 2018
Charles Thomas “Sonny” Nicholson, age 88, of Cleveland, passed away on Thursday November 1, 2018 in a local healthcare facility. Sonny was a Korean War veteran. He was the owner and operator of Nicholson Tractor for many years; he then worked for Whitmire Reality. He was a member of the Benton Lodge. He was of the Baptist faith.
He is...
Lillie Mae Carter
Oct 26, 2018
Lillie Mae Carter, 90, of Cleveland, passed away Friday, October 26, 2018 at her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Cleveland and of the Baptist faith.She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Denver Riggs; parents, Mike and May Carter; daughter, Judy Gates; brother, Buck Carter; and sisters, Nann Baldwin, Lucy Whiteside, and Nell Davis.She is survived by...
Richard "Tiger" Jones
Oct 25, 2018
Richard “Tiger” Jones, 78, a resident of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 in a local hospital.
He was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church where he served on the Vestry, including two years as Senior Warden. He graduated from McCallie School, Vanderbilt University, and Northwestern University.
He served five years on active duty in the US...
Frank Richard Leitner
Oct 23, 2018
Frank Richard Leitner, 57, of Independence, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Chicago, IL, attended St. Richard’s Catholic School and Madame Curie Sladowska High School.From working at the Chicago Board of Trade, he moved to Hawaii to pursue a professional drumming career. He is remembered by many relatives and childhood friends scattered...
Wanda Burke
Oct 22, 2018
Wanda Burke, 88, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, October 22, 2018 in a local healthcare facility. She had lived in the Cleveland area her entire life. She was involved in the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion and a graduate of Bradley Central High School. She loved to read, go bowling, and also loved to travel and go on fun...
Truman Pickett
Oct 21, 2018
Truman “Wayne” Pickett, 80, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 at his residence. He was a native and lifelong resident of Bradley County. He was retired from Starkey Printing and also served in the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department for 7 years. He was a co founder of the Main Street Cruiser’s Car Club. Wayne was a member of...
