Local football legend and business entrepreneur, Tom Hackler, passed away at his beloved home on Feb 2, at age 84, after a hard fought battle with cancer. John Thomas "Tom" Hackler was born to parents Irma and Jewell, and was the youngest to two brothers Hugh and Wayne. He is survived by Debbie Hackler, his loving wife of more than...
Frances Lucille Posey, 86 lifelong resident of the Georgetown area passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. She was born on October 7, 1935 in Georgetown TN to the late Estelle Swafford. Lucille enjoyed quilting, Little Debbie’s and Bananas. She was the proud great great grandmother of four grandbabies that made her a 5th generation grandmother, with another one due...
Tiffany Dimitric (Hickey) Norman, 39, of Spring City, gained her angel wings on Wednesday February 2, 2022. She was a long time resident of Spring City and she was preceded in death by her Father, Howard (Don) Hickey. She is survived by her son Sean Norman; her mother; Mary Jo Hickey; brothers Barry, Larry, and Tim Robinson; stepbrothers Norris, and...
Richard “Sarge” Douglas Wagner, 68, of Cleveland, TN, departed this life on February 1st 2022. Born January 23, 1954 , Doug was a quiet man who loved being outdoors. He loved being in the mountains whenever he could get away. He loved camping, hunting and fishing. Doug shared this love with his children when they were growing up and with...
Nick Allen, age 25 of Cleveland, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at his home. Born on September 3, 1996 he was a native and lifelong resident of Bradley County and was a 2015 graduate of Cleveland High School and a member of First Baptist Church of Georgetown. Nick has a warm...
Alice “Joann” Pierce, 90, a resident of Lookout Valley, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Joann was born on October 27, 1931 in Calhoun TN on the Hiwassee River, the 9th of 11 children born to the late Luther and Alice McCamish Pierce. She had a marvelous memory and was always happy with a smile...
J.B. Swallows, a resident of Old Fort, born 2/8/44 departed this life 2/1/22 at his home. He was of Baptist faith. J.B., whose back was stooped due to a physical condition, is now walking straight and whole. In his earlier years, he was employed by Fields Plastic and Magic Chef, but was a man of many talents. He was a...
Elizabeth Irene Davis, 85, of Decatur, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at her home surrounded by family. Elizabeth was born in September 28, 1936 in McMinn County to the late Frank and Eliza Harmon. She enjoyed gardening, watching the Atlanta Braves and the UT Vols, along with spending time with her family and friends. Along with her...
Dewight Hughes, age 68 of Cleveland, departed this life on Monday, January 31, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga. Born on February 13, 1953 to the late Hoyt and Icie Gates Hughes, he was a native and lifelong resident of Bradley County and a member of Mount Olive Ministries. He was retired from Padgett Furniture and was an avid race...
Thomas Grant “Tommy” Thompson, 78, of Sweetwater, Tennessee passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022. Tommy was born on August 10, 1943, in Athens, Tennessee to the late Elisha and Viola Thompson. Tommy loved all things sports especially the Tennessee Volunteers. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Thompson; sister, Betty Garren; and brother-in-law,...