Ruby Darkess Vance Mckee

Aug 18, 2019

On Sunday August 18th, 2019 our dear sweet precious mother Ruby Darkess Vance McKee, 98 years old, born March 26, 1921 took her Savior’s hand and He led her into Heaven for her eternal home to remain forever with Him. Ruby was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Cookson Creek Church in Reliance. Her hobbies included fishing...

Brandi Jane Elliott

Aug 17, 2019

Brandi Jane Elliott, 38, passed away on August 17, 2019. She is preceded in death by her grandparents: Ernest and Jane Sutton and Tom and Lizabelle Elliott. She is survived by her daughter Abby and son Tyler; parents Ronnie and Shelia Elliott. There will be a private service held. She was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church. In lieu...

Charlie S Brown

Aug 16, 2019

Charles S. “Charlie” Brown, 70, a lifelong resident of Cleveland passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 16, 2019. A graduate of Cleveland High School and Tusculum College, Charlie was retired after a long career at Bowater (Resolute). He loved golf and was a talented musician. He was preceded in death by his mother Minnie Brown; siblings, Kenneth Brown,...

David Andrew Woltz

Aug 16, 2019

David Andrew Woltz, 35, of Decatur, IL, gained his heavenly wings on Friday, August 16, 2019 in Cleveland, TN. He was of the Baptist faith. David was a very outgoing person who enjoyed his life around his kids, loved the outdoors, ride bikes and ride the country. He was always happy and full of Joy. Never met a stranger and...

Leonard "Ray" Ivey, Sr

Aug 15, 2019

Leonard “Ray” Ivey, Sr., 65, of Ooltewah passed away August 15, 2019 following an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Hamilton county who loved working on and painting cars. He was an avid NASCAR fan, especially Dale Earnhardt and loved watching Westerns on TV. He retired from Standard Iron after 20 years of service Ray was preceded in...

Martha Goss

Aug 15, 2019

Martha Gail Rakestraw Goss, 64, passed away early Thursday morning, August 15, 2019, in McDonald, TN. She was of the Christian faith and enjoyed gardening, reading, bird watching and outdoors, shopping, and spending time with her family and grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents, B.D. and Vernice Rakestraw; husband, Larry Goss; brothers, Jack, Thomas and Dan Rakestraw....

Michael Ray Stewart

Aug 15, 2019

Michael Ray Stewart, 71, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away August 15, 2019 at the Chattanooga Hospice Care Center from cancer. Mike was born October 22, 1947 in Brownsville TN to James and Ruby Stewart. Mike was proceeded in death by his parents, sister Jaretta, and third wife Gabrielle Stewart. In 1966 he graduated from Tyner High School. Mike was an...

Frank Goodwin

Aug 14, 2019

James Franklin (Frank) Goodwin, 89, a life long resident of Cleveland, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 14, 2019 He was a life long member of Bethel Baptist Church and a faithful servant to his Lord and Savior. A friend to all who knew him. He served our country in the Korean War. Frank is preceded in death by his parents...

Jerry Carroll Cate

Aug 14, 2019

Jerry C. Cate, 71, of Cleveland passed away at his residence following an extended illness. He was born in and a lifelong resident of Ocoee. Well known as the unofficial mayor of Ocoee, Jerry was a stranger to no one. He was very proud to be from Ocoee and loved to be outdoors and racing go carts and dirt tracks...

Sarah E. Varnell

Aug 14, 2019

Sarah E. Varnell, 93, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. She was born on July 23, 1926. She was a Christian and a member Bayside Baptist Church in Harrison. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She often told childhood stories,...