William Benton "Benny" Kirksey, 69, a lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 19, 2024. Benny was born on September 11, 1954, to the late Paul Richard Kirksey and Elsie Ruth Benton Kirksey.
He gave his life to Christ at 10 years old and remained a devoted Christian throughout his life. He was a graduate of...
Emily Mary Farmer, 25, of Ocoee, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Emily was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Brandon Farmer and Amy Wyatt. She enjoyed riding horses, four wheeling, riding motorcycles, and hanging out with her friends. Emily was independent, outgoing, kind, funny, and smart. She was a true joy to be around. Emily was of the...
Lillian Diane "Cheta" Placek (75) went to meet her God early in the morning on June 18th, 2024. Born in Ringgold, Georgia, Cheta spent many cherished years in Cleveland, Tennessee. She had a deep love for gardening and cooking, and was a devoted wife and mother to her husband James Edward Placek and their two sons, James and Kevin. Family...
Danielle Denise "Dee Dee" Freeman, of Evensville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Dee Dee was born in Crossville, TN on December 10, 1981.
Dee Dee was an avid reader of fantasy fiction, and had started a book club. She also had an excessive interest in, and enthusiasm for, stickers.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Dexter...
Michael Wayne Foster, 66, of LaFayette, GA, passed away, June 18, 2024, at his residence. He was born May 11, 1958, and of the Morman faith.
He enjoyed drawing, music, and motorcycles.
Michael is survived by his son, Joshua Foster; siblings, Panla Higginbottom Foster; grandchildren, Jasmine Lea Foster, Johnathon Keith Holland Foster, Emma Welch Foster, Elexus Welch Foster, Elizabeth Welch Foster, and...
Barbara Smith, a beloved resident of Chickamauga, GA, peacefully passed away on June 18, 2024, at the age of 78. Originally from Jacksonville, FL, Barbara found her heart in North Georgia, where she lived a life filled with love, faith, and cherished hobbies.
A devout Christian and member of the Baptist community, Barbara's life revolved around her family and her passions....
Lena "Tinker" Reno, 63, of Englewood went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 18, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Lucille Derrick; siblings, Helen Tinsley, Tommy Derrick, Pete Derrick and Curtis Derrick.
Tinker is survived by her son, Corky (Alicia) Derrick; grandchildren whom she lived her life for, Jace Derrick, Briely...
Sara Evelyn Roberson passed away on June 17th, 2024, in Cleveland, TN. Sara was born on March 13th, 1940, in Cleveland, TN.
Attorney Douglas (Doug) Neil Blackwell II, beloved husband of Christina (Chrissy) Lemek-Blackwell passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his adoring wife on June 16, 2024. The son of Douglas Neil Blackwell and Elizabeth Blackwell. Douglas was born on May 21, 1972. He spent his childhood in Cleveland, TN a community he cherished. Douglas attended Cleveland High school and graduated...
Betty Jo (White) Cooley went home to be with her Lord on June 15th, 2024 at the age of 82. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clinton Paul Cooley, her parents, Lloyd and Mamie White, her sister, Jewell Swinford, Dean White and brother, Beecher White. Betty is survived by her son, Danny (Tamara Newell) Moore, daughters, Rhonda (Tim)...