Russell Gordon Carpenter

Jan 28, 2020

Russell Gordon Carpenter, 63, of Tiftonia, TN passed away peacefully on January 28, 2020. Russell was happiest when fishing, especially with his grandsons. He had an excellent sense of humor and left all who knew him with many great memories. He was dearly loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by...

Nicky Lane Witt

Jan 28, 2020

Nicky Lane Witt, 60, passed away suddenly on January 27, 2020 at Sweetwater Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ivan & Beulah (Pib) Witt. He is survived his wife Melissa Harrill Witt, her sons Logan Crowder and Cody McDaniel, his sons Nicky Witt Jr. and Joshua Witt, grandchildren Rhilynn and Madilynn Witt and Chloe Smith, three brothers...

Janet Ellen Keppler

Jan 28, 2020

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

Jan 28, 2020

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

Jan 27, 2020

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

Jan 27, 2020

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

Jan 26, 2020

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

Jan 26, 2020

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

Jan 26, 2020

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

Jan 26, 2020

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...