I.W. Godfrey, Jr., 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away on June 6, 2025 at Bradley Medical Center. He was an Army Veteran and served in Germany. He retired from Bowater, where he worked for 40 years.He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Ethel Godfrey and his brother Robert Godfrey.He is survived by his loving wife of 32...
Jimmie "Jim" Ensley, 90, of Cohutta, GA passed away on June 6, 2025. He was born on May 31, 1935 to the late Will and Winnie Ownby. Jimmie was a dedicated farmer and he also enjoyed fishing.In addition to his mother and father, he is preceded in death by his wife, Frances Ensley and brothers: Leon Ensley, Gilbert Ensley, Bobby...
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Michael James DeFreest, age 54, of Rossville, Georgia, who departed this life on June 6, 2025. Michael passed away just two days before what would have been his 14th wedding anniversary with the love of his life, Jennifer DeFreest.
Born on October 8, 1970 in Albany, NY and...
In Loving Memory of Danny Joe Deal
August 6, 1950 - June 6, 2025
Danny Joe Deal, a proud United States Marine and Vietnam veteran, passed away peacefully at the age of 74. Born on August 6, 1950, he was raised in Cleveland and Copperhill, Tennessee, where he developed a deep appreciation for family, service, and community.
In July 1968, Danny answered the...
Joyce Thornton, 67, beloved mother, sister, aunt, nana, passed away in Sale Creek, TN, June 6, 2025, with loved ones by her side including Jennifer and Adam Graham. Joyce's life was a testament to the enduring power of her love of family and unwavering dedication. Preceded in death by her son James Graham, her mother, Lucille Farris, father, Chester Farris,...
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kari Lynn Parsons, age 41, who passed away suddenly on June 6, 2025.
Kari was born on April 17, 1984, and was the beloved daughter of the late Jerry and Linda Parsons. She was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga, Tennessee area and attended East Ridge High School, later earning her diploma...
Christina LeeperNovember 11, 1969 - June 6, 2025
Christina Leeper, age 55, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and kind-hearted friend who will be dearly missed. Christina was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Cates. She is survived by her husband, Andy Leeper; son, Andrew "Jax" Leeper; daughter, Kelsea Leeper; sister, Becky...
As many of you know, when Bob took the covid vaccine in May of 2021, it wreaked havoc with his health. It weakened and damaged his heart and put him in acute kidney failure brought about by multiple myeloma that was given the opportunity to flare up overtaking the leukemia he had had since 2011. He spent 7-1/2 months on...
Charles "Charlie" Damien McKee, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2025. Born on April 13, 1990, in Maryville, Tennessee, Charlie was known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and deep love for animals-especially cats.
Charlie was dearly loved by his family and friends, all of whom will remember him for his warmth, humor, and loyalty. He was preceded in...
Patrick Alexander Bivens, 84, passed away on June 5, 2025. He was born January 13, 1941, in Cleveland, TN, and of the Baptist faith. Patrick was a member of Union Missionary Baptist Church. He loved gardening, farming, church activities and taking pictures of flowers.
Patrick is preceded in death by his brother, Larry Bivens; mother, Muriel Bivens; father, Pledger Bivens; daughters,...