Ruth Ann Lawson
Oct 19, 2026
Ruth Ann Lawson, 83, of Cleveland, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
A lifelong resident of Cleveland, Ruth was a woman of deep and abiding faith who faithfully served the Lord throughout her life. She was a devoted member of Ocoee Church of God, where her love for the Lord...
Jimmie Lee Sneed
Oct 19, 2026
Jimmie Lee Sneed, 89, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026. He was born on February 21, 1937, to the late Charlie and Mildred Sneed.
Jimmie was a gifted musician who had a lifelong love for playing the guitar. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, tinkering, and spending time with those he loved. Above all, Jimmie treasured his family,...
Elaine Smithwick
Oct 18, 2026
Elaine Smithwick, 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away on October 18, 2026. She is survived by her daughter Cheryl (and husband Jonathon) Wright, grandson Joshua (and wife Jaylin) Wright, and grandson Matthew Wright. The family would like to thank Hospice of Chattanooga (Cleveland office) for all their support during her final days. The family will not be holding a service...
Tom "Holland" Black
Oct 17, 2026
Tom Holland "Daddy/Papaw" Black, 88, slipped quietly to Heaven on October 17, 2026. He was born to James Robert Black and Esther Delarma Mantooth on November 30, 1937 in Old Fort, Tennessee.
Holland was a member of Ball Play Baptist Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, gardener, fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed spending time in the mountains, telling stories, and spending...
Tom Hensley
Oct 16, 2026
Tom Hensley, 74, passed away on October 16, 2026. He was born to Clyde and Hauda Hensley (both of Livingston, Tennessee), on September 16, 1952, in Cookeville, Tennessee.Tom was of the Methodist faith. He worked as a professional Photographer in the picture and color labs industry for many years. Some of his places of employment included Olan Mills and Mirror...
James Robert "Brushrat" Barnett
Oct 16, 2026
James Robert Barnett, affectionately known as "Brushrat" to family and friends, 81, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Jim was born on February 3, 1945, to the late Lake and Edna Barnett of Englewood, Tennessee. He grew up in Englewood alongside his two brothers and sister, where he developed a love for the outdoors and a...
Eva Jean Gates
Oct 15, 2026
Eva Jean Woody Gates, 66, passed away on October 15, 2026. She was born to Bob Woody and Myra McKenzie on May 7, 1960.
Eva was preceded in death by her father and her mother; stepfather Hubert; her precious daughter Carrie Nicole Harris; brother Robbie Woody; sister Roberta Brianne; niece Lola Roblero; companion Jerry Adams; and her beloved dog Sweety.
Eva is...
Isaac Lamar Conner
Oct 15, 2026
Isaac Lamar Conner, age 31, passed away on October 15, 2026, in Harrogate, Tennessee. Born on October 10, 1995, in Harriman, Tennessee, Isaac was a son, brother, and uncle who will be remembered for his hands-on nature, love of the outdoors, and the time he cherished with family and friends.
Isaac enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with those closest to him,...
Sandra Civils Clariday
Oct 15, 2026
Sandra Civils Clariday, 74, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Sandra was born on July 2, 1952 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late William and Francis Civils.A devoted educator for nearly four decades, Sandra dedicated 30 years of her life to serving as the library director at Tennessee Wesleyan College. Her love for books was surpassed...
George Willard Geren
Oct 15, 2026
George Willard Geren, of Georgetown, Tennessee passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on May 19, 1945 in Bend, Oregon to Albert and Nina Geren.
George will be remembered for his love of God, his quiet strength, and his unwavering devotion to his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was his...