Arnetta Hagans

Jan 15, 2023

 Arnetta Hagans, age 75 passed away on January 15, 2023 at home surrounded by family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alonzo Hagans, father Warren Bumgardner, mother Tilda Bumgardner, brother Warren “Reds” Bumgardner, sister Clara Bumgardner, and nephew, Danny Goodwin. She is survived by her children Alanda (Jeff) Heger, Alonda Hagans, Alondo “Jake” Hagans, granddaughter, Mya Huggins and...

John Walter Welch

Jan 14, 2023

John Walter Welch, 76, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, passed away January 14, 2023. He was born December 19, 1946, to the late Rev. John S. & Margaret Welch. He was of the Baptist faith, a member of Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church, enjoyed going to gospel singings, and spending time with his beloved dog, Snookie. John also loved watching...

David Mark Stoner

Jan 14, 2023

David Mark Stoner, 65, of Fayetteville, WV, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023.

David was born on January 6, 1958, in Buffalo, NY, to the late Robert (Bob) Stoner and Sarah Barbara Holmes Stoner. The family later moved to Scarbro, WV, where David graduated from Collins High School in 1976. David enlisted in the military in 1983 where he served...

Karen E. Sanders

Jan 14, 2023

Karen Elaine Watson Sanders, 74, of Riceville, TN, went to be with the Lord, January 14, 2023, surrounded by her family. Born October 19, 1948, to the late Ernest W. Watson & Hattie G. Watson. Karen was a devoted wife and loving grandmother.

She was a member of Mineral Park Baptist Church. Karen enjoyed spending time with her friends and family,...

Barbara Ruth Mealor

Jan 14, 2023

Barbara Ruth Mealor, 68, of Athens, Tennessee, passed away January 14, 2023 with her children and grandchildren by her side. She was born August 29, 1954 to the late Bob and Ruth Johnson of Rome, GA.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Nellie Johnson of Rome, GA; brothers, Harvey Johnson, Robert Johnson, Clyde Johnson of...

Wyatt David "Nani" Vazquez

Jan 14, 2023

Wyatt David Vazquez “Nani”, 5, of Athens, Tennessee, passed on January 14, 2023. Wyatt was born on December 22, 2017.

He is proceeded in death by his grandfathers, Kenneth Dale White Sr, and Jorge Vazquez Martinez; Great uncle, Kenneth Dale White Jr; and baby brother, Erick Vazquez.

He is survived by his Mother and Father, Jorge & Jessica Vazquez; Great grandmothers, Nola...

Ulyess M. Harris

Jan 13, 2023

Ulyess Harris, 91, lifelong resident of Cleveland, TN, and Chattanooga, passed away January 13, 2023, at a local healthcare facility. Born May 20, 1931, to the late Will & Margaret Cofer Harris. Ulyess was of the Baptist faith and a veteran of the United States Navy. He loved hunting, gardening, and Tennessee Vols.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded...

Mertice Joan Hood

Jan 13, 2023

Mertice Joan Hood, 92, lifelong resident of Harrison , TN, passed away, January 13, 2023. Born July 10, 1930, to the late Clyde & Ernestine Roberts.

Mert was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. She was a member of Silverdale Baptist Church. Through her devotion to faith, she leaves a lasting impact in the lives of those...

Robert Leroy Sullivan

Jan 13, 2023

Robert Leroy Sullivan, 69, gained his heavenly wings, January 13, 2023,at his residence, surrounded by his family.

Born August 18, 1953, to the late Carroll Sullivan & Rosa Lee Hixon, in Chickamauga, GA. Robert was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed working on lawn mowers.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Sullivan.

Survived by his...

Jack Duane Smith

Jan 13, 2023

Jack Duane Smith, 91, of Cleveland, TN, passed away on Friday, January 13, surrounded by family and friends.

He was a member of Bowman Hill Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Jack loved boating and Civil War history. He was a master carpenter and builder, but found his true passion giving away wooden rocking horses he built for children and seeing their happy faces!

He...