Willard McKinney

Jun 14, 2024

Willard Maurice McKinney, known to friends and family as Reese or Mo, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on September 26, 1948, in Athens, TN, and was a beloved member of his community. Willard's greatest joys in life were his family and the Tennessee Vols (not always in that order).

He...

Alice Ricketts

Jun 13, 2024

Alice Anne Ricketts, 59, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024. Alice was born on April 14, 1965, in Santa Monica, California to the late Robert Francis Gleason and Paula Marie Gleason. Alice loved her family, friends, and animals dearly. She was an avid music enthusiast.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, Michael Eugene Ricketts;...

Kenneth Hafley

Jun 13, 2024

Kenneth Wayne "Ken" Hafley, 70 a resident of Birchwood, TN passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at his home. He was born in Chattanooga, TN on September 20, 1953, a son of the late Harold & Viola Hafley. Ken was a gifted automotive repairman and owned his own repair business in Huntsville, AL and then later relocated back to...

Charlotta Pickens

Jun 13, 2024

Charlotta "CP" Pickens, 83, a lifelong resident of McMinn County passed away on Thursday morning, June 13, 2024, at Starr Regional of Etowah.

She was born in Etowah, TN on April 8, 1941, a daughter of the late Raymond and Otsie. Charlotta was of the Christian faith and a member of First Church of God in Englewood, TN. She worked 30+...

Brenda Sample

Jun 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Brenda "Gayle" Sample on June 13, 2024. A woman of outgoing, compassionate, and caring nature, Gayle lived a fulfilling life characterized by kindness and love.

Gayle is survived by her daughter, Jaime Fulford, son-in-law, Jim Fulford, and her grandchildren; Brandon, Harlee, and Carter Fulford. Their grandmother had always...

Gail Lane

Jun 11, 2024

Ann Gail Lane, age 86, of Spring City, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. She was born on March 28, 1938 in Lockland, OH, to Howard and Lorraine Humphrey Apke.

Gail worked as an executive secretary in the automotive industry; and in her spare time, devoted herself to coach soccer.

She married Cleveland Lane in December 1999, and he survives....

Lee Tucker

Jun 10, 2024

Lee Tucker was born December 8, 1937 to William Lawrence and Stella Maureen Hartline Tucker.

Lee graduated from South Side High School in Memphis, TN in 1956, where he entered the US Navy training in San Diego, CA, class A Radio School and Submarine School in New London, CT. Lee was stationed aboard the USS Tigrone SSR 419, USS Trumpetfish and...

Darrell Guthrie

Jun 9, 2024

Darrell E. Guthrie, 85, of Brandon, Florida Passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Darrell was born on April 13, 1939, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late James and Bermham Guthrie. He served in the United States Air Force carrying the rank of A3C Aircraft Mechanic. After returning home he was employed by Delta Airlines as an aircraft engine mechanic...

June Jones

Jun 8, 2024

June Elizabeth Hargis Jones passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, while surrounded by family. She was just a few weeks shy of her 99th birthday. Preceding her in death were her parents, Benjamin and Beulah Lee Hargis; three brothers, Charles, William and David Hargis; and one sister, Virginia Hargis Bouterse.

A graduate of Bradley High School, she also attended Stetson University...

Teanna Henson

Jun 8, 2024

Teanna Henson, 54, of Athens gained her wings on June 8, 2024, in Ringgold, GA.

Teanna is preceded in death by her grandparents, Thelma and Paul Baker.



Teanna is survived by her daughters Kayla Thornton and Tawny Wilbanks. Her sons Keith Henson, Chris Thornton, and Rodney Wilbanks. Her Parents Bobby and Jackie Koerber. Her two sisters and brother...