Sarah Eugenia “Jean” Ross, 91, of Cleveland, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. She was born in Chattanooga on June 16, 1935, to the late Albert and Stella McCarty Shaw. In her younger years, she enjoyed being outdoors camping, hiking, and traveling, and she liked tending to her vegetable gardens and flowers. Jean was a devoted housewife, mother, and...
Joe Harle Edwards, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on October 12, 2026, at the age of 82.
Born on December 21, 1943, to Ione Copeland Edwards and Lee Harle Edwards, Joe grew up in beautiful Sylco Mountains. It was there that his lifelong love of the outdoors took root. He learned to hunt as a boy, and that pastime grew into a true...
Though our hearts are broken by her passing, Leota Crowe, 82, went home to be with the Lord on October 11, 2026.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life and love will forever be treasured by her family. We are so grateful for the years, memories, and moments we were blessed to share with her.
She was...
Alene Lones, widow of the late Norman Lones, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Norman Lones; her parents, Charlie and Dessie Stephens; her brothers, Clarence Stephens, Pryor Stephens, and W. E. Stephens; and her sisters, Fannie Haun and Jeanette Smith.She is survived by her nephews, Michael Haun (Kelly), Roger Stephens (Melanie),...
James (Jay) Walker Owens, age 77, of Cleveland, TN (formerly of Anderson, SC) passed into eternity with his Savior Jesus Christ Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Born September 19, 1949, in Bladendoro, NC, Jay was the oldest son of the late James Edward Owens and Ruby Tatum Owens. He was preceded in death by brothers, David and Danny Owens; brother-in-law, Perry Orvin...
Mary Rose Sidowey Gatlin passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026, surrounded by her family, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, cherished memories, and friendships that stood the test of time. Mary would have celebrated her 84th birthday on November 22.
Born to William and Lucy Sidowey, Mary lost her mother at a young age and was lovingly raised...
JoAnne "Jojo" Reinhardt, 80, entered into eternal rest with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 10, 2026, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Born in Paris, TN Jojo spent most of her life in Memphis before moving to Chattanooga in her later years.
Jojo was a force of nature. Funny, fiercely strong, and wonderfully stubborn, she never hesitated to speak her mind...
Jennifer L. Kitts, 54, of Knoxville passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 8, 2026 in Knoxville.She was preceded in death by her mother Joyce Summey, father Siler Kitts, grandmother Ruby Ford, grandmother Erlie Summey and her brother Michael Kitts.Jennifer is survived by her husband of 27 years, Roger Vance; her daughters Emily Beeler and Lacey Ulland; stepchildren Roger Lynn, Jackie,...
Mary Lucille Ownby, age 96, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Mary was a loving mother whose family held a special place in her heart. She enjoyed reading and found comfort and joy in the simple...
Julius "J.P." Anthony Ptak, age 63, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Julius was born on February 27, 1963, in Wyandotte, Michigan. He was a kindhearted man with a wonderful sense of humor who could always bring laughter to those around him. J.P. was a hoot to be around and had a heart for helping others, always...