Reverend Frank Knox Nolen
Sep 19, 2020
Frank Knox Nolen, age 75, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 19. 2020. He passed peacefully surrounded by the family he loved. He was born April 8, 1945 in Cleveland to the late William Buford and Jonnie McDonald Nolen. Frank trusted the Lord as his personal Savior on May 12, 1963 at age 18.
He...
Thomas "Tom" Jefferson Blackburn
Sep 10, 2020
Thomas “Tom” Jefferson Blackburn, 83 of Delano, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2020 at an Athens hospital. He was retired from Tri State Truss. Tom was a member of Chestuee Worship Center. He loved “cowboy movies” and bluegrass music. Mr. Blackburn was a simple, gentle man with values and morals that thought everything was “very well”. He was preceded in...
Jerry Lynn Walker
Sep 9, 2020
Jerry Lynn Walker, 78, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at a local healthcare facility. She retired as a receptionist with Coca Cola. Jerry was a member of North Cleveland Church of God. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Cletta Wales Walker; son, Gregory Raymond...
Charlie Randolph
Sep 8, 2020
Charlie Randolph, 94 of Cleveland, departed for glory on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. He was born in Lafollette, TN on December 23, 1925 to the late Jim and Mattie Wallace Randolph. Charlie was a member of Mount Olive Ministries and helped build several churches throughout his life.
He worked at Union Carbide in Oak Ridge for 28 years as a...
Lowell Burkhart
Sep 5, 2020
Lowell Burkhart, 78, passed away Saturday morning, September 5, 2020 at his residence. He was employed by Roadway Express for 30 years. He was a member of North Cleveland Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday school for many years. He coached youth baseball, football, and basketball. He especially loved fishing. He was a wonderful husband and father.
He was preceded...
William Herman Myers
Aug 30, 2020
William “Herman” Myers, 63, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020 at his home. He was born to the late Charlie and Willie Mae Myers on June 10, 1957. He was of the Baptist faith. He was known for being a diligent worker. He was an M&M Mars retiree and employed at CMC. Over the years he has enjoyed his Harley...
Patricia "Faye" Pickering Nolen
Aug 29, 2020
Patricia “Faye” Pickering Nolen, 77, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 29, 2020. She passed peacefully surrounded by the family she loved. She was born December 3, 1942 in Marietta, GA to Joseph Gilbert “Gib” and Mable Gordy Pickering. She trusted the Lord as her personal Savior, under the preaching of Brother Clarence Miller, at...
Dylan David Sanders
Aug 28, 2020
Dylan David Sanders, 59 of Smyrna, TN, passed away Friday, August 28, 2020 at TriStar Stone Crest Medical Center. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and a world traveler. Dylan was a beloved son, uncle, brother, and friend. He will be missed by all. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Bob and Mary Cook; sisters, Christina Miller...
John William Simmons
Aug 28, 2020
John William Simmons, 77, left his earthly home on August 28, 2020. He unexpectedly passed at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, TN. He was born on September 3, 1943 in Bradley County, however his adventuresses spirit lead him to visit many places in the world. Some of his many accomplishments include his degrees from Cleveland State Community College and the University...
Merlene L. Chase
Aug 27, 2020
Merlene L. Chase, 90, of Charleston passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at her home. She was a member of St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church. Mrs. Chase came from Lufkin, Texas in 1954, and was an avid gardener and Barbie collector. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorey and Clara Lazarine; husband, Jack Chase; and sisters, Alice...
John Z. Powers
Aug 26, 2020
John Zach Powers, 97, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at a local health care facility. He was a veteran of the United States Navy where he served as a medic during World War II. John retired from the construction business. He was a member of Antioch church of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents,...
James "Jim" William Garrett
Aug 25, 2020
James “Jim” William Garrett, 49, of Cleveland passed away August 25, 2020 at his residence. He was a former employee of Maytag. Jim was a friend to everyone and just enjoyed talking to people.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Lonzo Garrett and Martha Elizabeth Pierce Garrett; and sister, Sabina “Pete” Ledford.
Survivors include his children, James...
Willie Mae Varnell
Aug 11, 2020
Willie Mae Varnell, 89, went to be with her Lord on August 11, 2020. She was born in Cleveland, Tennessee on February 16, 1931. Mrs. Varnell spent most of her time in Orlando and Winter Park, Florida where she raised her family. She was a loving mother and grandmother and all who knew her, loved her. She will be deeply...
Lorene Arms Mantooth Brown
Aug 11, 2020
Lorene Arms Mantooth Brown, 96, of Cleveland left her earthly home for her heavenly home on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. She was born on October 27, 1923 to the late Reverend W. D. and Robbie Quinn Arms. She was a lifelong resident of Bradley County until 2001 when she moved to Greer SC.
She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, quilting and making...
Bobby Gene Flora
Aug 5, 2020
Bobby Gene Flora, 79, of Clarksville, TN passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020. He was born February 25, 1941 in Burdine, KY to the late Joe and Flora Dandy Flora. Bobby retired from General Motors in 1997. He was of the Baptist faith. Bobby enjoyed being on the beach, fishing, traveling and spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to...
Cassandra Naomi Stockburger
Jul 31, 2020
Cassandra Naomi Stockburger passed away July 31, 2020, in Memphis. She was born June 28, 1925 in Catoosa County, Georgia to Walter Green and Bessie Bell (Boyd) Stockburger. In 1929, her family moved to the Flint Springs community of Bradley County. Her family were members of the Flint Springs Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
Cassandra attended Flint Springs Elementary and Bradley County...
Roy F. Pierce
Jul 28, 2020
Roy F. Pierce, 89, of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at his home. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was retired from Bowater.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clinton F. and Arey Etta Duggan Pierce; brothers, Gene Pierce, Ralph Pierce and Paul Pierce; and sisters, Nell Lyle and Ruth Pirkle.
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Claude L. Ogle, Jr.
Jul 28, 2020
Claude L. Ogle, Jr., 76, of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at his home. He was the owner of the Ogle Insurance Agency in Cleveland. Claude was an 8 time qualifier for the Million Dollar Round Table and a member of the Cleveland Association of Life Underwriters.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude L....
Elizabeth Jeraldine Rose
Jul 25, 2020
Elizabeth Jeraldine Rose, 79, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Unity Church of God, were she served as the secretary and was in charge of Fun Day at the church. She was very involved with her church. She was a certified nursing assistant for Life Care for many years. She...
Bishop John Wesley McCann "The Preacherman"
Jul 25, 2020
Bishop John Wesley McCann known as “The Preacherman”, 88, of Benton, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020 at a Chattanooga hospital. He was the Bishop and Founding Father of Mercy Tabernacle in 1960 which was formerly known as Pentecostal Tabernacle. The Preacherman has preached the gospel since he was 15 years old and has traveled across most of the United...
