Joseph William McDaniel A.K.A. Joe Billy "Wahoo" McDaniel
Mar 23, 2026
In Memoriam: Joe Billy "Wahoo" McDaniel
On March 23rd, 2026, the city of Chattanooga lost a man of formidable scale and even more formidable spirit. Joe Billy McDaniel-known to the masses by the exuberant, near-theatrical moniker "Wahoo"-departed this life at the age of 69.
Wahoo was a man who understood that a community is not built on platitudes, but on the tireless,...
Madeline Barbara Sosnak
Mar 22, 2026
Madeline Barbara Sosnak, 87, passed away peacefully March 22, 2026, at Spring City Care & Rehabilitation. She was born in Brooklyn, New York to parents Thomas and Vera Berman September 1, 1938. Madeline was one of five kids; Helen Cox, Loretta Maffei, Patricia Hughes, and Gene Berman.In life she received her associates degree in RHIT at International College of Naples....
Willie "Billie" T. Tinsley
Mar 22, 2026
Willie "Billie" T. Tinsley, 103, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Billie was born on January 27, 1923 in Cleveland, Tenessee to the late William Thomas Utsey and Ressa Love Utsey. Billie was a retiree of Miller's Department store after a 45 yearlong dedicated career. Billie was also a dedicated member of First Baptist Cleveland for...
Raymond J. Rappleye
Mar 22, 2026
Raymond J. Rappleye, 84, of Sweetwater, TN, passed away on March 22, 2026, surrounded by family and friends.
He was born on January 8, 1942, in Camden, New Jersey, and carried with him throughout his life the resilience, humor, and quiet strength shaped by his early years.
Raymond built a life grounded in love, hard work, and devotion to the...
Thelma Jean Mahaffey
Mar 21, 2026
Thelma Jean Mahaffey, known affectionately as Jean, passed away on March 21, 2026, in Cleveland, Tennessee, at the age of 79. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on January 31, 1947, to Joseph Joel Rutledge and Clara Russell Rutledge, she carried the maiden name Rutledge before marrying her late husband, Jones P. Mahaffey.
Jean's early education was completed at Morton Elementary and...
Joseph Russell Sexton
Mar 21, 2026
Joseph Russell Sexton, age 85, of Calhoun, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026.
Born on September 5, 1940, Joseph lived a life defined by dedication to his family, his country, and the simple joys that brought him happiness. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, he honorably served as an airplane mechanic, carrying his strong work ethic...
Kerrie Jo Jones
Mar 21, 2026
Kerrie Jo Lemons Jones, 62 of Cleveland TN passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus March 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
A loving wife, mother, sister and friend, Kerrie will always be remembered for her kindness and willingness to help those in need. She loved her family deeply and enjoyed family dinners with everyone present. Most recently she enjoyed...
Patricia Ann Hardin
Mar 20, 2026
Patricia Ann Hardin, age 62, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on March 20, 2026. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Louise Allen; her father, Alvin Mashburn; and her beloved grandson, Deven Maxwell.
Patricia leaves behind to cherish...
Steven Neibel Lehman
Mar 20, 2026
Steven Neibel Lehman, 67, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away on March 20, 2026. He was a resident of the area for two years after moving from Florida. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jacqueline Joseph; his father, Glenn Lehman; and his sister, Jane Lehman.
He leaves behind his wife of 43 years,...
Patsy Everhart White
Mar 20, 2026
Patsy Everhart White, age 66, passed away on Friday, March 20,2026. Patsy was born in Athens, TN and was a resident of Benton, TN.
Patsy was preceded in death by her parents, Nora (John) Frady and Kelmer Everhart, as well as her sister, Linda Morgan.
She is survived by her siblings, Brenda (Wayne) Hearn of Benton and Doyle (Sharon) Everhart of Riceville....