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,...
Jimmy C. Thurman
Feb 24, 2026
Jimmy C Thurman, 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on February 24, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family and the loyal companionship of his beloved pets, Gracie and Oakley. He was born on March 2, 1947 in Hixson, TN to the late Cline D Thurman and Leona Ruth Thurman. Jimmy shared a full and meaningful life with Jo,...
Betty Sue Silvers
Feb 24, 2026
Betty Sue Varnell Silvers passed away February 24, 2026, at the age of 97. Betty was born and raised in the Silverdale community where she continued to live for many years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Silvers; daughters, Donna Vipond and Sharon Shafer; brother, Earl Varnell; and sisters, Sonya Smith, Barbara Fortner, and Shirley Cox; and granddaughter,...
Gary Wayne Cantrell
Feb 23, 2026
Gary Wayne Cantrell, age 77, passed away February 23, 2026. Gary graduated from Cleveland High School. He was a member of the wrestling team and finished second in the state. Gary worked as an auto mechanic, nurse and esthetician. He served his country as a Marine.
In his later years, Gary had a knack for finding little kittens in dire...
Joyce Ann Schneitman
Feb 23, 2026
Joyce Guffey McCann Schneitman, born May 29, 1940 in Cleveland, Tennessee, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her family on February 23, 2026. She was 85 years old. A lifelong resident of Cleveland, Joyce was a cherished member of her community. She attended Blue Springs Elementary and Bradley High School. She retired from Life Bridges, where her compassion touched...
Virginia Faye Nolen
Feb 23, 2026
Virginia Faye (Clark) Nolen of Cleveland, Tennessee, wife of Robert Aaron Nolen, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home early Monday morning. She was seventy- nine years old.
Faye was educated at Arnold Elementary, Arnold Junior High, and Bradley Central High School in Cleveland. She later earned her Certificate of Cosmetology at the University of Beauty. Her kitchen was the...
John William Hayes
Feb 22, 2026
John William Hayes
August 3, 1947 - February 22,2026
John William Hayes, age 78, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026.
John proudly served his country in the United States Army and was especially fond of his time stationed in Alaska, a place he loved and often spoke about with pride. His military service reflected the strength, dedication, and quiet...
Robert "Bobby" Meadows
Feb 22, 2026
Robert "Bobby" Anthony Meadows, 49, passed away on February 22, 2026.
Bobby worked in masonry and hardwood flooring and took pride in his work. His true passion, however, was art. He was a talented tattoo artist who loved creating meaningful pieces for others and sharing his creativity.
He was a devoted fan of the University of Tennessee Vols and enjoyed...