David Neal Hipps. 74, a resident of Athens, TN passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2019 in a Knoxville hospital. He was born in Greenville, SC on November 20, 1944 a son of the late John Floyd Hipps and Lois Melissa Brashier Hipps. David was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army after faithfully serving his country during...
James “Jimmy” Norman Farmer, 49, a lifelong resident of Athens, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 in a local hospital. He was born on April 29, 1970. Jimmy was of the Baptist faith and a member of Short Creek Baptist Church. He worked for many years in the HVAC industry. Jimmy loved hunting and fishing in his spare...
Jessie Marie Shipp, of East Ridge, passed away October 30, 2019 at a local hospital from complications of heart surgery. Jessie was born July 15, 1935 in Polk County to James F. and Ealie Clements Wooten. She attended schools in Bradley County and then moved to Chattanooga sixty years ago. Jessie retired from Olan Mills after 30 years of loyal...
Berniece Rymer,66, of Decatur, TN, passed away on October 29, 2019 at her residence. She enjoyed cooking, fishing, gardening, spending time outdoors and with her family. Preceeded in death by her parents; William Cunningham and Nell Stevison; brother, Clayton Cunningham. Survived by her husband, James Rymer; daughters, Crystal Ann McNabb and Robin Renee Nedoff; 4 siblings; 7 grandchildren and 3...
Marian Sue “Susie” Bates Young, 76, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 with her family by her side. Susie was a lifelong resident of Monroe County and spent many years managing the cafeteria at Tellico Plains High School. During her time at TPHS, she opened her heart and arms to every student and loved...
Clint Thomas DeFur, 51, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 28th 2019 due to complications of diabetes. Clint was passionate about his family, hunting, fishing, taking care of his chickens, telling stories and jokes. He is preceded in death by his father Lonnie Thomas DeFur. Left behind to cherish his memory is mother Joyce DeFur; daughters...
Esther Lilly Dispain, 79, of Cleveland, TN passed away on October 27, 2019. She was born on March 25, 1940 to the late William and Josephine Earwood. Esther was a member of Liberty Gospel Tabernacle and was very active in her church. She was very hardworking and loved cooking her “Sunday Dinner” for her family. In addition to her mother...
Jack Edward Gross, 73, a resident of Soddy Daisy, TN passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Hospice Care Center in Chattanooga, TN. Jack will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents Homer and Ida Gross as well as many brothers and sisters. Left behind to cherish his memory is his...
Terry Lynn Mullinax, 54, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 26, 2019. He was born on November 16, 1964. Terry was of the Christian faith. He was a lifelong resident of the area and enjoyed bass fishing and coaching youth baseball. He was a Tennessee Vols fan and enjoyed spending time with his dogs,...
Dennis Ray Chastain, 70, a lifetime resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at his home in Cleveland, TN. Dennis was a devoted Christian and father who loved his family very much. He was a hard worker. Dennis finally won the race. He was of the Baptist faith, and was a member at Southview Baptist Church...