Alex Compton

Sep 21, 2019

Alex Compton, 67 of Decatur, met Jesus, September 21, 2019. He was a faithful son, husband, daddy, papa and friend. He graduated from Brainerd High School, 1971; Florida Baptist College, 1981; and Southwestern Baptist Seminary, 1987. He ministered to everyone he met, dedicating his life to his family and serving others. He was preceded by his father Jesse Ervin Compton,...

Morgan Edward Helms

Sep 20, 2019

Morgan Edward Helms, 82, of Cleveland, TN went to his eternal reward on September 20, 2019. He was born to the late Arlie and Alta Helms on April 8, 1937 in Putnam County, TN. He spent the last 50 years living in Cleveland, TN. He was a favorite uncle to many nieces and nephews and a close friend to many....

Nella Mae Simonds

Sep 20, 2019

Nella Mae Simonds, 86, a longtime resident of Athens, TN passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019 in a local healthcare facility. She was born on November 12, 1932 in Chipley, FL a daughter of the late Earl & True Montgomery. Nella was a member of the Englewood Church of God. She enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family....

Martha Ann Cox

Sep 20, 2019

Martha Ann Cox, 79, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 20, 2019, in Fort Oglethorpe, GA. She was born on April 14, 1940, to the late Charles and Maureen Troxell. She was a lifelong resident of this area and of Baptist faith. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She loved her...

Lonzo William Elmore

Sep 19, 2019

Lonzo William Elmore, 79, of Harriman, TN was called home on Friday, September 19, 2019 with his family by his side. Lonzo was born on October 11, 1940 to the late Glenn and Gladys Elmore of Harriman. Lonzo is survived by two siblings John David Elmore and Jane Elmore Robert, four children, seven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. A memorial...

Kathy Burnett Grinslade

Sep 19, 2019

Kathy Burnett Grinslade, 60, of Athens, TN, passed away on September 19, 2019. Born August 13, 1959 in Chattanooga, TN, she was the daughter of Evelyn Stone and the late Raymond Burnett, wife of Sean K Grinslade. Surviving are her sons, Brandon Grinslade and Paxton Grinslade; three grandsons, Ben, Alex, and Logan Grinslade ; granddaughter, Olivia Grinslade; two sisters, Dawn...

Marcus Vincent Reeder Sr.

Sep 18, 2019

Marcus V. Reeder, Sr.,48, of Old Fort, TN, passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN. He enjoyed woodworking, playing the guitar, swimming, hiking and politics. Marcus was a member of Blue Ridge Temple Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis & Patricia Reeder; grandparents, Arlee & Eva Evans; father-in-law, Donald...

Donna Denise Graves

Sep 17, 2019

Donna Denise Graves, age 54 of Athens went Home to be with the Lord Sept.17,2019. She was proceeded in death by her parents Clarence and Joyce Jones. Infant granddaughter Alexis Graves, 3 sisters Karen, Debbie and Sandy one brother Ronnie Hawkins. She left behind her husband of 36 years Randy Graves one son Andy Graves and one daughter Tabitha Graves....

Vera Lelia Green

Sep 16, 2019

Vera L. Green, 90 of Cleveland TN passed away Monday, September 16, 2019 peacefully in a local healthcare facility. She was a teacher for many years in GA and TN, retiring from Polk County High School. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Calvin Green, her sister Alice Green Harbison, her parents William Alexander Green Sr. and Annie...

Ronald Gene Wehunt

Sep 16, 2019

Ronald Gene Wehunt, 54, a lifetime resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019 at his residence in Cleveland, TN. Ronald was a great artist and loved to draw in his spare time as well as go fishing anytime he could. He was a big cut up and always had everyone laughing. He will be missed by...