John Jenkins

Apr 27, 2024

John Bogart Jenkins, 82 of Chattanooga, TN passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born on September 21, 1941 in Bridgeport, Alabama to parents Thurman Bogart Jenkins and Ella Rose Pickett Jenkins.

John Retired from the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department in 2003. He worked for the Sheriff's Department in various capacities from the Mid 1960's until his...

Missy Parris

Apr 26, 2024

Sarah Melissa Parris, affectionately known as Missy, passed away on April 26, 2024, at the age of 51. She was born on August 28, 1972, in Cleveland, TN, where she spent her entire life. Missy devoted herself to her role as a housewife, finding joy and fulfillment in raising her large family. Her proudest accomplishment was the love and care...

Roger Back

Apr 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Roger Back.

Roger Dean Back, 75, of Fort Oglethorpe passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Roger was a longtime employee at Shaw industries before retiring. He grew up in Jasper, TN and was a resident of Fort Oglethorpe, GA. Roger was a cherished friend to many and known...

Winnie Parsons

Apr 25, 2024

Winnie Parsons, 81, Tunnel Hill, Georgia passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Winnie was born on June 13, 1942, in North fork, West Virginia to the late Harold and Ellen Sizemore Camp. Winnie was a resident of North Georgia for over 60 years and was of the Baptist Faith.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by...

Jim Brooks

Apr 25, 2024

Jim Brooks was born August 21, 1947 in Martin, Tennessee to Sam and Mildred Brooks. He served in Vietnam in the U.S. Navy on the U.S.S Taluga AO-62. Jim married the love of his life, Helen Van Hooser, on August 30, 1967. Jim retired from Colonial Bread after working there for over 30 years. He went on to work as...

James Simerly

Apr 24, 2024

James Lee "Juice Man" Simerly Sr., 56, of Walland, passed away on April 24, 2024. He was a hard -working man with a unique, unconventional approach to life. He leaves behind many fond memories of pitching horseshoes, bonfires by the creek, and happy summer days lounging on his cozy front porch with his little dog, Toto. He was dearly loved...

Darlene Denton

Apr 23, 2024

I am sitting in our house alone. I don't like being alone. I haven't been alone in almost 52 years! My beloved, my other half, the center of my existence lies in a hospital bed. She doesn't communicate. She is closer to heaven than planet earth. Hospice tells me it won't be long. I am torn. I rejoice for her....

Erica Johnson

Apr 23, 2024

Erica Johnson, 60, of Athens, gained her Heavenly wings on Tuesday April 23rd. Erica was born on August 29, 1963, in Knoxville, TN. She has served her community as a paramedic since starting her career in 1984. She also served as a guard for TVA Watts Bar. She was the first female in the McMinn County Rescue Squad and one...

Glenda Pinckard

Apr 22, 2024

Glenda May (Hayes) Pinckard, 81, died on April 22, 2024, in Chattanooga, TN. She was born in Oakland, California on March 10, 1943, to Glenn Edward Hayes and Doris Adele (Marchal) Hayes. She moved to Philadelphia, PA when she was 2 or 3. She moved to Fort Campbell, KY when she was 6 to complete grades 2 through 5. She...

Charles Highfill

Apr 22, 2024

Charles "Tony" Anthony Highfill, 60, passed away on April 22, 2024 at home surrounded by family.

Tony was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 6, 1963 to the late Charles "Sunny" and Margret Highfill.

Tony was loving, talkative and never met a stranger. He cherished his family, pets and loved exploring new trails in his Jeep, Ninja Monkey....