Melissa Ellen Garvey
Feb 22, 2026
Melissa Ellen Garvey, 45, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 22, 2026. She was born in Chattanooga on May 19, 1980. She was of the Christian faith. The beach was her favorite place. It made her feel calm and happy. She enjoyed her job and took pride in her work. But most of all, she...
Curtis Scott Nelson
Feb 21, 2026
Curtis "Scott" Nelson, entered the gates of Heaven on February 21, 2026 and joined his loved ones who have gone prior to him- his beloved parents, Juel & Joseph "Judd" Nelson; his sister Katie Kyker, and the love of his life, Martina "Tina" Nelson.
In this life you could scarcely meet a more kind and gentle man who never met a...
Laurie Denise Cooper-Fortner
Feb 21, 2026
Laurie Cooper Fortner, 65, peacefully passed away at her home in Cleveland, Tennessee, February 21, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. She was lovingly surrounded by her husband, Darwin Fortner, at the time of her passing.A self-proclaimed gypsy at heart, Laurie had a deep love for travel and adventure. Born in Tampa, Florida, she moved often throughout...
Donald Ray Prince
Feb 21, 2026
Donald Ray Prince, age 76, of Birchwood, Tennessee, passed away on February 21, 2026.
Donald was of the Baptist faith and found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved spending time outdoors and especially enjoyed going fishing. Born on May 11, 1949, in Cleveland, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Henry and Sadie Prince.
In addition to...
William Michael Blessing
Feb 20, 2026
William "Mike" Blessing, 58, of Cleveland, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord after a long illness on February 20, 2026. He was born in Wytheville Virginia, lived in Cleveland Tennessee most of his life. Graduated from Bradley Central High School in 1987. He worked at Walmart for 25 years. He loved his 4 dogs, Jack, Pebbles, Jill and Rowdy....
Joana P. Bailey
Feb 20, 2026
Joana Patricio Bailey, age 73, of Calhoun, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Known affectionately to many as "Nana," Joana was born in 1952 in Brazil to Vitalino Patricio and Angela de Oliveira Correa. In 1971, she married Jerry Alden Bailey, beginning a lifelong journey filled with love, adventure, and unwavering commitment.
Joana's warmth, infectious laughter, and unconditional love...
Margaret Alice Love
Feb 20, 2026
Margaret Alice Love (Hyde), 68, of Cleveland, Tennessee went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ February 20th, 2026.
She loved the Lord and with his strength she was able to overcome so much. She loved her grandbabies and the moments she shared with them. She will always be remembered as grandma-mamaw. She was well loved by her family...
Joan F. Baker
Feb 20, 2026
Joan F. Baker, 90, passed away on February 20, 2026. She was born to the late Frank and Gertrude Tracy in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Joan was born and raised in Cleveland, TN, and married her high school sweetheart, Ray Baker. Joan and Ray enjoyed camping, hiking, and waterskiing with family and friends. She cherished her family deeply and created countless lifelong memories.
She...
Eva Joyce Nolen
Feb 20, 2026
Eva Joyce Nolen, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at her home. She was born in Chattanooga on August 31, 1942, to the late Evan and Rosa Lee Hughes Stallings. She loved her church family at Maple Grove Baptist Church. When she wasn’t spending time serving at her church, she enjoyed being surrounded by family and...
Shirel Pauline Babb
Feb 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirel Pauline Rollins, who went home to be with the Lord on February 20, 2026. She was surrounded by love and family in her final moments.
Shirel was a true firecracker. She had a bold spirit, a quick wit, and never took any nonsense from anyone. If you knew her,...