Norma Sue Davis Coppinger
Nov 15, 2023
Norma Sue Davis Coppinger at 82 years old passed away on November 15th. Norma was born in McMinn County, and grew up later in Bradley County. She was the daughter of George T. and Elsie L. Partain Davis. Norma attended Bradley High School and was a member of Maple Street Baptist and Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church.
Norma was married...
Coach John "Rusty" Clayton
Nov 12, 2023
Coach John “Rusty” Clayton Coach John “Rusty” Clayton, 86, of Cleveland passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Rusty graduated from Bradley Central High School and then Tennessee Tech University, receiving his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. He had a long history in athletics, having coached football, track and basketball at Bradley Central High, Ooltewah High,...
Pamela Lynn Day
Nov 12, 2023
On Sunday November12, 2023 Pamela Lynn Day age 67 fell asleep in death. Born May 13, 1956. She was a lifelong resident of Walker County Ga. Pam was a 1974 graduate of Lafayette high school and a 1978 graduate of Walker Tech where she received her L.P.N. She was a labor and delivery nurse at Hutchison hospital in Fort Oglethorpe...
James D "J.D." Vincent, Jr.
Nov 10, 2023
James D. “JD” Vincent, Jr., 87 of Cleveland, TN passed away Friday, November 10th, 2023.
JD was born in Athens, TN but spent most of his life in the Cleveland area. He was a member of Bellefounte Baptist Church and a Masonic Lodge in Cleveland. JD also served in the National Guard, had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed...
Anna Mae Peters Greene
Nov 8, 2023
Anna Mae Peters Greene, 93, passed away on November 8, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Jackson MI, moved to Toledo OH at a young age and relocated to Cleveland TN in 1962.
She was a waitress at Cope’s, Earl’s and Holiday Inn Restaurants for many years and retired from M&M Mars.
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Buddy Franklin Ricketts
Oct 31, 2023
Buddy Franklin Ricketts passed away on Oct 31 2023 at the age of 47.
Buddy hadn’t been around his family in a few years but we were still family and cared for him. Please remember our family in prayer, as many of you know that his death was due to an overdose. Families are losing their loved ones due to...
Betty Jean Cofer
Oct 18, 2023
Betty Jean Cofer, 82, of Cleveland passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at a local hospice facility. She was of a member of Westwood Baptist Church. Betty retired from Bradley Memorial Hospital after several years as a unit clerk.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Jessie Ellis; sisters, Ruth Williams, Laura Bacon; brothers, Andy Ellis, Carrol...
William Leon Parks
Oct 18, 2023
William “Leon” Parks, 69, of Soddy Daisy Tn. passed away October 18, 2023, at home with his wife by his side. He was extremely loved by his family and friends. Leon was retired from Soddy Daisy Health Care.
He is preceded in death by his parents, “Sparky” and Billie Parks; two sisters and 3 brothers.
He is survived...
Mary Ann McElhaney
Oct 12, 2023
Mary Ann “Susie” McElhaney, age 67, passed away October 12, 2023 at home.
She loved to cook for her family, loved being outdoors. Mary loved spending time camping and fishing with her boys. She was a true country girl.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Boyd and Flora McElhaney; sister, Barbara Jean McElhaney and Patricia Jane McElhaney.
Survived...
Gordon William Browder
Oct 11, 2023
Gordon William Browder, age 61, passed away Wednesday, October 11th, 2023 at his home. He was born in Santa Monica, CA. Gordon enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved hunting, fishing riding his motorcycle, camping, canoeing, bonfires and his grandkids.
Preceded in death by his father, William Browder and grandson, Hunter Davis.
Survived by mother, Charlotte...
Virginia "Ruth" Brackett
Oct 8, 2023
Virginia “Ruth” Brackett passed away Sunday, October 8th, 2023 at Union General Hospital. She was known for Mother, Nanny, Sister, Aunt and friend to many. She was a member of McCaysville United Methodist Church. Ruth enjoyed fishing and going camping. She loved being with her friends and family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Clifford Edward Ward and...
Raymond Henry Ketcham
Oct 6, 2023
Raymond Henry Ketcham of Cleveland, passed away at his home on Friday, October 6, 2023, with his family by his side. He was a Regional Service Director for Bell + Howell for 25 years and then he retired from Barku Plastics at the age of 75. Raymond was an avid dirt track driver that raced all over the East coast...
William "Bill" Ray Lallement
Oct 5, 2023
In Loving Memory of William Ray Lallement “Wild Bill”
06/28/1938 – 10/05/2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and a true cowboy at heart, Bill Lallement, who peacefully rode into the eternal sunset on October 5, 2023 at the age of 85. He leaves behind a legacy of hard...
Ann Marie Heflin
Sep 21, 2023
Ann Marie Heflin of Graysville, TN., age 83, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 at a Chattanooga hospital. She was a nurse for many years at several different locations. Ann was a wife, mother and grandmother that loved and cared for her family dearly.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Helen Martin’ granddaughter, Emily Weddle...
Jerry Glenn Pike
Sep 11, 2023
Jerry Glenn Pike, 62, went to be with the Lord on September 11, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother. He was a native of Polk County, TN.
Those who went before him were his father, Robert “Bob” Pike and his mother, Dovie Plumley; sister, Wanda “Blondie” Blackwell; brother, Larry “Snowball” Pike and grandson, Bradley McGuire.
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Richard Whitfield Painter
Sep 4, 2023
Richard Whitfield Painter, 74, passed away peacefully in his apartment at Morning Pointe in Ooltewah, TN on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Richard was diagnosed with Parkinson’s over 27 years ago. He fought a long courageous (he never said never) battle for the last 9 years with his Windstone family and other close friends by his side.
Richard held a...
David William Rudy
Sep 3, 2023
David William Rudy age 68, of Cleveland, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023. His career was in electrical and mechanical engineering. He retired from Whirlpool and 23 years of service with Air Force National Guards.
David shared the love of horses, dogs, rebuilding old cars, trucks, farm equipment and remodeling of houses with his wife. There was never a task...
Roger Alexander Hanger
Aug 8, 2023
Roger Alexander Hanger Jr. was born on Oct. 3, 1941 and died on Aug. 8, 2023 at the age of 81 years and 10 months.
He was preceded in death by his parents Roger Alexander Hanger and Betty Mahan Hanger, brother David Whitcomb Hanger and son, Scott Chase Kirby.
He is survived by his loving wife Linda Bryant...
David Cooper Newman
Aug 4, 2023
David Cooper Newman, 80, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023, at a local healthcare facility. He was born in Cleveland, TN, and lived here his entire life. David retired from First Tennessee Bank also remembered by many as Cleveland Bank & Trust, after 40+ years. He loved to golf, and was a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He was a...
Dorothy Mae Herold Somers Ping
Aug 1, 2023
Dorothy Mae Herold Somers Ping age 92, passed into the arms of Jesus on August 1, 2023. She was born in Bedford, Indiana on August 23, 1930 to her late parents, Frank and Agatha Herold. Dorothy married the late Dale Raymond Somers in 1953. When she was widowed in 1967, she was left to raise six children ranging from the...
