Janet Ellen Keppler,youngest daughter of George G. and Gladys B. Keppler (both deceased), and sister of Nellita Ann Galloway, Georganne Keppler, and (Myrla) Chris Ayers, arrived at her eternal heavenly home on Tuesday morning, January 28,2020. She was 67 years of age, and was a life-long resident of Cleveland/Bradley County. Janet was a graduate of Cleveland High School, and worked...
James Christopher “Chris” Crowder, 45, a resident of Englewood, TN formally of Tellico Plains, TN passed away on Tuesday evening, January 28, 2020 at his home. He was born on March 11, 1974 in Maryville, TN. Chris was a member of Allen Memorial Methodist Church in Athens, TN. He was a retired law enforcement officer. He is preceded in death...
Mary Sue Craig, 75, a resident of Athens, TN passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Life Care of Athens, TN. She was born on April 26, 1944. She is preceded in death by her parents James H. & Annie Mae Craig, brother James E. Craig, two sisters Dorothy Brunk and Mildred Taylor, brother in law Jim Taylor, sister...
Allen Eugene Wilburn, 49, of Athens, TN passed away on the morning of January 27, 2020, in the comfort of his home. He was a friend to all who knew him and well known for his sense of humor and goofy personality. He is preceded in death by his parents Starlyn and Reba Wilburn. He leaves behind his daughter, Reagan...
Nathaniel Hawthorn Taylor, 84, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on January 26, 2020. He was born on September 26, 1935 to the late William Taylor and Mabel Yarbrough Taylor. Nate was a member of Westwood Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the United States Army and was very proud of the time he served his country. He was also...
Sue Ellen Vining 59 of Cleveland Tn passed away on Jan 26th 2020 at the Life care Center of Athens. She was born in New Albany, Indiana on August 4th 1960 a daughter of the late James and Connie Summitt. She was a talented cook and enjoyed spending time with her family especially all of her grandchildren. In addition to...
James Willis Cooper, 86, of McDonald, TN passed away on January 26, 2020. He was born on August 15, 1933 to the late Thomas Luther Cooper and Anna Maude Bailey Cooper. James was a lifelong resident of this area and a member of Philippi Baptist Church. He loved gardening, canning, and cooking. He also loved fishing and his special dog,...
Robert “Bruce” Peoples, 55, born February 6, 1964 and returned to his heavenly home on January 26, 2020. Bruce loved God, his family, making people laugh and was a strong soul. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. Bruce retired from Rome Tool & Die in...
Whitney Shea Charles, 39, resident of Charleston, TN passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020. Whitney was born to John and Wanda Charles on April 7, 1980 in Chattanooga, TN. She spent most of her life in Cleveland, TN. She was a loving daughter, sister, and doting Aunt. She is preceded in death by her grandparents: Marguerite and Troy Charles...
Bonnie Cathleen Burch Sprunk died on January 25, 2020 at home holding hands with her husband and beside her dog Tux. Bonnie was a graduate of Cleveland High School and alumna of Middle Tennessee State University. Her career included working as a Swim Coach at the Cleveland YMCA, an executive in the auto industry in Middle Tennessee, and in customer...