Don Gore
Aug 26, 2025
Don Gore, 78, of Chattanooga, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He attended Brainerd High School and the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Olon W. and Katherine McDonald Gore.
He is survived by his brothers, Dale Gore and David Gore; nephew, Darren...
Randy McMinn
Aug 25, 2025
Randy Lee McMinn
Together once again. Randy Lee McMinn joined his sweetheart, Vonda Arleen McMinn, and his beloved Jesus, mother and father in Heaven on Monday, August 25, 2025. A steadfast and faithful husband, son, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend,
Randy lived a life that was unapologetically and authentically honest and straightforward. With good spirited laughter, sincere concern for others and...
Jim Richards
Aug 25, 2025
James Luther "Jim" Richards
July 14, 1945-August 25, 2025
James Luther Richards, lovingly known as "Jim," spent his life in Tennessee-growing up in Knoxville and calling Cleveland home for most of his years. Known for his wit, loyalty, and big heart, Jim touched the lives of many with his laughter, strength, and deep love for his family.
He was preceded in death by...
Wayne Pruett
Aug 25, 2025
Wayne Payton Pruett went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ August 25, 2025. He was born March 24, 1941 in Anniston, Alabama. Mr. Pruett graduated with his B.S. in Chemistry from Jacksonville State University. He served in the U.S. Army at the Army Air Defense Center Ft. Bliss in El Paso,TX. He then went to work for...
Linda Goodman
Aug 24, 2025
Linda Sue Breashears Goodman, age 79, of Athens, TN, went home to be with The Lord on August 24th, 2025 at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens.
She worked for 35 years as Administrative Secretary for the State of TN. She enjoyed knitting, reading, cooking, and spending time with her family, especially watching her great-grandson, Aiden, grow up.
She was preceded in...
Keith Allen Robbins
Aug 23, 2025
Today we honor the passing of a proud son of America, Mr. Keith Allen Robbins. Robbins, 68, of Dalton, Georgia, passed-away on August 23, 2025. Till his last day, Keith carried with him the values of hard work, loyalty, and love of country.
Mr. Robbins was born on March 11, 1957, in East Detroit, Michigan, Keith's journey through life was marked...
Edward Heisler
Aug 23, 2025
Ed Heisler, 101, passed away peacefully on Sabbath, August 22, 2025 at 11:58pm. He was born on November 6, 1923 in Farmington, Nova Scotia.
Ed dedicated his life to service through the Seventh-day Adventist Church, serving with his beloved wife, Ethel, as a missionary in Jamaica, Nicaragua, Penang, Singapore, and Sierra Leone. His ministry touched countless lives across the globe, and together...
Susan Smith
Aug 23, 2025
Susan Kimberly Smith, lifelong resident of Harrison Ooltewah area passed away on August 23, 2025 at the age of 60.
Susan was a devoted wife, loving mother, and doting Mimi. She enjoyed biking with friends and walking the trails at Harrison Bay. She was known for making the best macaroni and for her Sunday morning pancakes.
Susan was a member of the Ooltewah Seventh-Day Adventist...
Jeffrey Freeman
Aug 23, 2025
Jeffrey Lynn Freeman, age 61, of Old Fort, Tennessee, passed away on August 23, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1964, in Cleveland, Tennessee. Jeff dedicated over 40 years of his life to the clothing manufacturing industry, working with Charleston Hosiery/Renfro.Jeff was an avid sports fan, particularly devoted to the Tennessee Vols, Atlanta Braves, and Tennessee Titans. His love...
Bedford Blackburn
Aug 23, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of John Bedford Blackburn, affectionately known as Bedford, who left us on August 23, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on May 27, 1932, in Cleveland, TN, Bedford lived a full and vibrant life, full of laughter, love, and cherished moments.Bedford was a man of many passions. He...