William "Billy" Thadeus Capps, Jr.
Jul 24, 2020
William "Billy" Thadus Capps, Jr., 77, of Cleveland, passed away Friday, July 24, 2020 at his home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Thadus Capps, Sr. and Mary Ellen Benton Capps; son, Shawn Robert Ryals; and brother-in-law, Ronnie Stanley.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Linda Capps of Cleveland; son, Dale (Leslie) Ryals of Chattanooga;...
Ruby Lee Moore Cartwright
Jul 22, 2020
Ruby Lee Moore Cartwright, age 71, of Cleveland, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. She was born to Edgar Moore and Mary Bell Alloway Moore of Calhoun on February 24, 1949. Ruby was a graduate of McMinn County High School in Athens and grew up in Calhoun.
She worked in the photo lab...
Verlyn B. Corbin
Jul 21, 2020
Verlyn B. Corbin, 87, of Georgetown, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at a local hospital. He was a retired truck driver. Verlyn was a veteran of the United States Army and also retired as a Master Sergeant from the United States Army Reserve after 30 plus years of service. He enjoyed working his land and farming, watching professional sports...
William "Bill" Rogers Sylar, Jr.
Jul 19, 2020
William “Bill” Rogers Sylar, Jr., 86, of Georgetown, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 at his step daughter’s home. He was a 20 year veteran of the United States Navy where he was an electrician. During his time in the Navy he served on board a submarine. Bill also worked with IBEW 175 until his retirement. He was a member...
Jeannine McNabb Tarpley
Jul 14, 2020
Jeannine McNabb Tarpley, 90, of Cleveland, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at a local healthcare facility. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and flowers. Her favorite pastime was researching her family history.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bertie and Maude McNabb; husband, Warren L. Tarpley; and brother, John McNabb and his wife, Louella McNabb.
Survivors include her son,...
Justin Todd Goodman
Jul 12, 2020
Justin Goodman, 37, of Dayton, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020. Mr. Goodman was a member of Mercy Tabernacle and was employed as a carpenter. Justin was a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 74 where he served his apprenticeship and became a Journeyman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James Douglas and Ressie Jean McCann...
Lyle Hardwick
Jul 11, 2020
Lyle Hardwick, 71, of Cleveland, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, George L. Hardwick III and Barbara Lyle Hardwick Ownbey; and brother-in-law, Kenneth Berry. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Mary Ann Hutcheson Hardwick; son, George Clayton Hardwick of Chattanooga; sister, Betsy Hardwick Berry; niece, Julie Berry...
Ronald Dale Miller
Jun 20, 2020
Ronald Dale Miller, 69, of Cleveland, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020 in his home after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Ronnie retired from Schering-Plough after many years of service. He was an avid reader and enjoyed woodworking. He made beautiful furniture that his family will cherish for years to come. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He...
Tommy L. Boring
Jun 18, 2020
Tommy L. Boring, 75, of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his home. He was owner/operator of BC Sales. Tommy was a member of North Cleveland Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Lee and Edith Elaine Heifner Boring.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Linda Bradley Boring; son, Thomas Bradley “Brad”...
Margaret "Beth" Elizabeth Campbell
Jun 17, 2020
Margaret Elizabeth “Beth” Bridendall Campbell, 61, of Cleveland, departed this life on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at her home. She was born May 14, 1959 in Lake Charles, LA to the late Caroline Ford Bridendall and Philip Redmond Bridendall, Jr.
Beth attended high school in Wilton, CT and earned her BS in Chemical Engineering at the University of Tennessee...
Edith Fraker Simpson
Jun 14, 2020
Edith Fraker Simpson, 102, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at her residence in Athens, TN.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Doc & Laura Belle Fraker, her husband, Don Carlos Simpson Sr., daughter, Carol Elizabeth Simpson, her son, William Simpson, sons-in-law, Jack Yarber & Bill Broach, daughter and son-in-law, Mike...
Jerry Freiland Crisp
Jun 10, 2020
Jerry Freiland Crisp, 57, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at a Chattanooga hospital. He was a member of Washington Avenue Baptist Church. Jerry was a loving husband. He enjoyed talking on his CB radio and working on CB antennas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Gaston and Evelyn Rose Crisp. Survivors include his wife...
Virginia L. Rollins
Jun 10, 2020
Virginia L. Rollins, 89, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at her residence. She was of the Baptist faith. Virginia was a loving mother to her eleven children.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Nell Walker Monday; her husband of 61 years, Posey G. Rollins; and son, Clifford E. Rollins.
Survivors include her...
Joe Ann Walker Finnell
Jun 9, 2020
Joe Ann Walker Finnell, 91, of Harrison passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at an Ooltewah healthcare facility. She was a member of Red Hill United Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Viola Fox Walker; husband, Herman Louis Finnell; and sister, Dorothy McKay.
Survivors include her son, Randolph Finnell and wife, Kelley of Ringgold,...
Lanny Leigh Masters
Jun 4, 2020
Lanny Leigh Masters, 75, of Cleveland passed away Thursday, June 4, 2020 at a Chattanooga hospital. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Lanny enjoyed woodworking and making furniture for family and friends. He was of the Methodist faith. He was a loving father, husband and an all around good guy.
He was preceded in death by his...
Frankie Painter
May 31, 2020
Frankie Painter, 85, of Cleveland passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 at her home following a long illness. Frankie loved many activities, reading, crossword puzzles, going to the casinos, watching television, especially NBA basketball, and tennis sports in general. Her greatest love, other than her family and animals was bowling. Frankie was an active bowler for 55 years, and a...
Reverend Samuel "Sam" R. Taylor
May 30, 2020
Reverend Samuel “Sam” R. Taylor, 77, of Cleveland died Saturday, May 30, 2020 at his residence. He was a member of Blythe Avenue Baptist Church. Sam served as Director of the Laboratory at Athens Regional Hospital and was a member of the Cleveland Jaycees. He received his Doctorate in Ministry from Covington Theological Seminary. He was preceded in death by...
Gene Bishop
May 28, 2020
Gene Bishop, 82, of Cleveland, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at a local hospital. He made the move from Texas in 1980 with the Coca Cola Company where he was Vice President of Operations. After retiring from Coke Gene was owner/operator of several businesses. He then went to work for Chase Construction out of Nashville until 2008. After that...
Jacob C. "Sleepy" Higgins, Jr.
May 25, 2020
Jacob C. “Sleepy” Higgins, Jr., 73, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, May 25, 2020 at a Chattanooga healthcare facility. He retired from Bowater after 20 years and Magic Chef/Maytag after 25 years. “Sleepy” was a member of Cloverleaf Baptist Church. His favorite pastime was riding his Harley with his wife and buddies from Bowater, until his illness. He was a...
Stanley John Borajkiewicz
May 25, 2020
Stanley John Borajkiewicz, 82, of Cleveland passed away Monday, May 25, 2020 in a local hospital. Stan was born on February 1, 1938 in Plainville, CT.
Stanley graduated from Plainville High School in Connecticut in 1956 where he was president of his senior class and captain of the football team. Stan was a veteran of the United States Navy and...
