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Dean William Chase III

Dean William Chase III

May 21, 2025

Dean W. Chase III passed away May 21, 2025, peacefully in his sleep at home, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and quiet strength. He was a man of few words but had an incredible sense of humor that brought joy to everyone who knew him. His selfless nature, giving heart, and gentle spirit touched countless lives.

Dean was born...

Ralph (Jerry) Harris

Ralph (Jerry) Harris

May 16, 2025

With solemn hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Ralph (Jerry) Harris, age 90 on May 16, 2025, in Cleveland, TN.  Jerry was born in Beaver, Ohio on November 6, 1934, to parents Rev. Ralph Harris and Flora Harris.

He was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Janet Conley Harris; sister Eileen Shoemaker; brothers Larry Harris and Willard Harris; nephews Willard...

Peter James Goodwin Jr.

Peter James Goodwin Jr.

May 15, 2025

Peter James Goodwin, Jr., age 75, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on May 15, 2025, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He was surrounded by his wife and daughters.

Peter was born on April 2, 1950 in Goshen, New York, to Peter James Goodwin Sr. and Margaret (Strong) Goodwin. He graduated from Montoursville High School in Montoursville, Pa. in...

Florence Lucile Owen

Florence Lucile Owen

May 11, 2025

Florence Lucile Owen, 83, of Cleveland, TN, passed on May 11, 2025. Born June 18, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, she lived the majority of her life in the Tampa Bay area of Florida before moving to Cleveland, TN. Her interests included sewing, arts and crafts and spending time in the beautiful outdoors of Tennessee. She also enjoyed having pets and...

Linda Carol Vaught

Linda Carol Vaught

May 11, 2025

Linda Carol Vaught, 79, formerly of Cincinnati, Ohio and a current resident of Cleveland, TN for the past 55 years passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, in a health care facility following a lengthy battle with cancer.

Linda was the daughter of the late Herman Wright and Bertha Watson. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather, Denton Watson;...

Walter Clinton Howard

Walter Clinton Howard

May 11, 2025

Walter Clinton Howard, affectionately known to family and many close friends as “Fat,” of Cleveland, Tennessee, died on May 11, 2025, at the age of 90.

He was born in Cleveland on February 12, 1935, to the late W. A. Howard and Julia Alice Martin Howard. He was of the Pentecostal Faith and was a member of the Ooltewah Church of...

Heidi Jo Hall

Heidi Jo Hall

May 10, 2025

Heidi Jo Hall, 48, passed away peacefully on May 10th, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia. She was surrounded by family and friends.

Heidi was born at Salem Hospital in Salem, Ohio, and grew up in the village of Lisbon, in Columbiana County, Ohio. She was at the time of her passing a resident of Cleveland, Tennessee.She was preceded...

Heidi Jo Hall

Heidi Jo Hall

May 10, 2025

Heidi Jo Hall, 48, passed away peacefully on May 10th, 2025, at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia. She was surrounded by family and friends.

Heidi was born at Salem Hospital in Salem, Ohio, and grew up in the village of Lisbon, in Columbiana County, Ohio. She was at the time of her passing a resident of Cleveland, Tennessee.

She was preceded...

Christopher Colin Webb

Christopher Colin Webb

May 8, 2025

Christopher Colin Webb passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 60. He was born on April 30, 1965.

He is survived by his daughters Ashley, Allison, Autumn, and Madelyn; his sister Teresa (Buster) and his cousin Robyn.

Christopher will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

No service to be held at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to...

Cameron Jace Brown

Cameron Jace Brown

May 1, 2025

Cameron Jace Brown, a resident of Lenoir City, Tennessee, passed away on May 1, 2025. He was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on May 7, 1993.

Cameron was a loving and protective husband, father, son, and friend. He loved taking his children on family adventures and cherished their time together. He was a gifted dancer, choreographer, artist, and teacher. He found great...

Margaret Ann McFarland

Margaret Ann McFarland

Apr 29, 2025

Margaret Anne McFarland, age 88, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. She retired from Charleston Hosiery (Renfro) after 34 years of service. She was a member of Way of the Cross Baptist Church. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. After being widowed at a young age, Margaret raised her three...

Margaret R. Pardue

Margaret R. Pardue

Apr 28, 2025

Margaret Roberta Davis Pardue went to her heavenly home April 28th, 2025.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a former employee of Bradley Central High School and was a faithful member of Bellefounte Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Vesta Rowland Davis, mother and father-in-law Carl and Ruby Pardue,...

Annette Arnwine

Annette Arnwine

Apr 24, 2025

Annette Hipps Arnwine, 91, a longtime resident of Cleveland passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold G. Arnwine.

She is survived by her son, Harold G. Arnwine of Nashville.

The family wishes to thank everyone for their friendship over the many years.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the SPCA of Bradley...

Oma Lee Odom

Oma Lee Odom

Apr 21, 2025

Oma Lee Matthews Odom lived a long healthy life. She met her Lord and family on April 21, 2025, at her residence.

Oma Lee was preceded in death by her Father, S.G. Matthews; Mother, Ruby Mae Weir Matthews; siblings, Frances Loranne Harris, Mary Matthews Murphy, Roy Ray Matthews, and Jack C. Matthews; son Christopher Nelson Cartwright, and husband Benjamin Donald Odom.

A...

Martha Jane Allen

Martha Jane Allen

Apr 18, 2025

Martha Jane (Ware) Allen, age 93, passed away on Good Friday, April 18, 2025, at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

A longtime resident of the area, Martha was a woman of deep faith and a devoted member of North Cleveland Baptist Church for many decades. Her gentle spirit, generous heart, and unwavering trust in God touched countless lives over the years.

Martha...

Audrea Elaine McBrayer

Audrea Elaine McBrayer

Apr 11, 2025

Audrea Elaine McBrayer, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 76.

Audrea was preceded in death by her husband; J.B. McBrayer, and parents; Hoyt and Helen Walker, whose values of strength, kindness and perseverance she carried throughout her life.

She leaves behind her devoted son, Jason McBrayer, and her daughter-in-love, Shannon McBrayer....

Bernice Lewallen

Bernice Lewallen

Apr 11, 2025

Bernice Jenkins Lewallen, 74 of Cleveland passed away Friday, April 11, 2025.A native of Bradley County, she was the loving wife of Enis Lewallen. She was the daughter of the late Jim and Mary Jane Thomason Jenkins. She was a member of Mineral Park Baptist Church and retired from Peytons after 16 years of service. She was a friend to...

Carl Leroy Presley

Carl Leroy Presley

2025

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Mr. Carl Leroy Presley, of Calhoun, Tennessee, passed away early Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at his residence following a brief illness. He was 76 years old. His unwavering faith saw him through his life's many challenges.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Poole Funeral Home Chape Cleveland with Rev. Jim Hibbard officiating. Burial will follow...

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