Samantha Jewel Gilliard
Feb 28, 2026
Samantha Jewel (Long) Gilliard, age 76, entered peacefully into eternal rest on February 28, 2026, at 3:10 a.m., surrounded by love and carried home by faith.
Born on October 30, 1949, in West Virginia, Samantha's life began in the quiet strength of Appalachian roots. In 1982, she and her family moved from Florida to Sweetwater, Tennessee, where she would continue building...
Ruby Louise Barrett
Feb 28, 2026
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Ruby Louise Barrett of McDonald, TN, February 28, 2026. She was 85 years old.
Ruby is preceded in death by her husband Ralph Barrett, and parents Warren and Maude Turner, as well as brothers Darrel, Theron, Edward and Thomas Turner, and sisters Vivian Hall and Dianne Brown.
Her surviving sisters are Imogene Mooneyham and...
Marcell "Moss" Parker
Feb 28, 2026
Marcell Parker, 64, a lifetime resident of Cleveland, TN, made Heaven her eternal home on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her loving parents, James and Ruby Taylor, along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Marcell leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband of 49 years, Carl; her children, April and Daniel (Michelle); two grandsons, Elisha...
Donnie Hayes
Feb 27, 2026
Steven "Donnie" Hayes, 64, of Sweetwater, TN unexpectedly passed away on February 27, 2026.
Donnie enjoyed spending time fishing and was a devoted fan of the Tennessee Vols, always cheering them on. He was a gentle soul who rarely became upset and carried a calm, easygoing spirit. Donnie was a simple, kind man whose presence brought comfort to those around...
Scotty DeWayne Burton
Feb 27, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Scotty DeWayne Burton, age 50, of Georgetown, TN, passed away on February 27, 2026.
Scotty was a devoted husband, proud father and papa, beloved son, brother, and a cherished friend to many. He had a passion for rebuilding classic cars and took great pride in bringing them back to life. Above all, his...
Arlene West McFarland
Feb 26, 2026
Arlene (West) McFarland, 77, born November 16, 1948 in Chattanooga, TN to Don and Florence West, died from leukemia at her home in Ringgold, GA on February 26, 2026.
Arlene grew up in Collegedale, Tennessee, where she developed a lifelong love of learning, music, and community. She graduated in 1966 from Georgia Cumberland Academy and went on to earn her Bachelor...
David Hale Powell
Feb 26, 2026
David Hale Powell, age 68, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on February 28, 2026 at Bradley Medical Center. David was born to the late Harold Powell and Nora Azilee Hill on April 10, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio. He was a laborer at a local Carpet Mill where he was a hard worker.He had a big heart for animals, especially his...
Richard Gary Paul
Feb 25, 2026
Richard Gary Paul, 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on February 25, 2026. Gary was a devoted husband, father, Opa, and friend to his family and many others.
Gary was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area. A U.S. Navy Veteran, he served in the mid-1970’s aboard the U.S.S. Robison. He later studied at the University of Tennessee and...
Allison Mae Payne
Feb 25, 2026
Allison Payne, 32, of Old Fort, Tennessee, passed away on February 26, 2026. Born on February 14, 1994, Allison lived a life marked by love, devotion, and a heart for others.
Allison was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Kyle Payne, and a proud and loving mother to her precious children, Adalee Payne and S.J. Payne. Her family was...
Craig Henry Struikmans
Feb 25, 2026
Craig Henry Struikmans, 61, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2026.
Craig was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Beth, and a proud father to his son, Jacob, and daughters, Emily and Erica. He was also a cherished son, brother, and uncle who meant so much to his family.
Craig was born on July 4, 1964,...