Obituaries
Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries
James Daily Moore
Aug 24, 2026
4340 Bonny Oaks Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37416
(423) 485-0911 www.CovenantFuneral.com (423) 485-0970 FAX
"REVERENCE, DIGNITY AND REASONABLE PRICES"
James Daily Moore
James Daily "Dale" Moore, 74, of Chickamauga, Georgia went peacefully to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, August 24th at his home.
Dale was a wonderful provider and fierce protector of his family. He loved helping others in any way possible, sharing his...
Judith Long
Aug 18, 2026
Judith Long, 86, of Garland, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in a hospital in Rowlett, Texas.
Judy was born in Austin, Texas to Felton Terrence and Mildred Stephens on August 16, 1940. She married James Darvin Long Jr. on December 27, 1957, and was a faithful partner for 52 years until his passing in 2009.
Judy attended Bob Jones...
Gary DeLane Lish
Aug 16, 2026
4340 Bonny Oaks Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37416
(423) 485-0911 www.CovenantFuneral.com (423) 485-0970 FAX
"REVERENCE, DIGNITY AND REASONABLE PRICES"
Garry DeLane Lish
After a sudden illness and a short hospitalization, Gary DeLane Lish passed away on his 65th birthday on August 16, 2026, after receiving medical care at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Gary was born on August 16, 1961 in American Falls, Idaho. He is the...
Monica Alisha Cansler Stanley
Aug 16, 2026
Monica Alisha Cansler Stanley
Monica Alisha Cansler Stanley, known to everyone who loved her as Alisha, age 45, of Harrison, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Alisha was born on November 29, 1980, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to the late Cheri Monteree Cansler and the late Henry David Cansler.
Alisha was wonderfully and unapologetically herself-independent, hardworking, strong-willed,...
George "Tom" Harmon
Aug 14, 2026
Tom succumbed to pancreatic cancer on August 14 2026. He was 77. Tom was born in San Diego, CA on March 29, 1949 and was full of stories of the beach life, and how beautiful the city was. He was working as a Service Consultant at a Lincoln-Mercury dealer when he met the woman who became his wife, Charlene. They...
Joyce Maurica Abbott
Aug 7, 2026
Joyce Maurica Abbott, 71 of Chattanooga, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord, Friday, August 7, 2026.
She was predeceased by her parents; brothers; sisters and a son, Milton W. Abbott, Jr.
Survivors include her sons, Marcus Abbott, Nicholas (Kassidy) Abbott; numerous grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
Stephen North Turner
Jul 30, 2026
Stephen North Turner, known to everyone as Steve, passed at home on July 30, 2026, surrounded by friends and family. He was 79.
Steve was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee and made his home there. He and his brother, Bill, spent their young years riding motorcycles. He studied engineering and mathematics, then spent his career in telecommunications designing phone systems.
He had a...
John David "Johnny" Hawkins
Jul 26, 2026
John "Johnny" Hawkins, 66 of Soddy Daisy, TN, passed away, Sunday, July 26, 2026.
Johnny was the preceded in death by the late J.D. (Nancy) Hawkins and sister, Elaine Hawkins.
Johnny is survived by aunt, Betty Hartin; sister, Cindy (Chris) Schmeichel; sister, Shirley Hawkins; sister, Tracy (Keith) Cunningham; niece, Crystal (Shane) Bryan; nephew, Steven Hawkins; nephew Christopher (Bryna) Schmeichel; nephew,...
Charles Ray Broadwell
Jul 22, 2026
Charles Ray Broadwell, age 93, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Era. A dedicated family man, he spent many years coaching his children's football and baseball teams, cherishing every moment on the field with them. In his free time, he was an avid fisherman...
George Oliver Fike
Jul 22, 2026
George Oliver Fike, age 93, from Macon, GA, passed away peacefully at 7:45 A.M. on July 22, 2026, after severe complications from a stroke he incurred on July 12.
George was one of 9 children and was born on September 5, 1932, in Smithville, OH, to Harry and Mildred Fike. The family moved to the Rio Grande Valley area in TX,...
Sanford Lee "Butch" Scoggins Jr
Jul 15, 2026
Sanford Lee "Butch" Scoggins, Jr. of Chattanooga, Tennessee, departed this life on
July 15, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Glenda Scoggins, his parents; Sanford Lee and
Cansadie Scoggins, Sr., sister, Lisa Scoggins and brother, Robert Scoggins.
Butch is survived by sisters; Charlotte Lunsford, Bernice (Rick) Phillips and Patricia
Albritton, brothers; Chris (Deedee) Scoggins, Michael Scoggins and Matthew Scoggins.
Also, survived by several...
Walter Lee Crox
Jul 14, 2026
Walter Lee Crox, 82, of Cleveland, TN, passed away, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
He was predeceased by his wife, Barbara Helen Roberts Crox, parents, Ben M. Crox, Jr. and Virginia Fike Crox.
Surviving him are his daughter and son-in-law, Bambi Crox (Steve) Johns; son and daughter-in-law, Walter L. (Cathy) Crox, Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer Crox (Barry) Evans; son, Ben M. "Mac"...
Gerald Arthur Gee
Jul 14, 2026
Gerald Gee entered the Gates of Heaven on July 14, 2026 at the age of 72 peacefully at his home in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Gerald lived a life of quiet depth - a man of faith, learning, and genuine warmth who found meaning in every chapter his life presented him. Born on the last day of 1953 in Bradford, Pennsylvania, he...
Larry Thomas Oakes
Jul 12, 2026
Larry Thomas Oakes (Tuffy), died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Born July 27, 1949, to Wilbur and Dorothy Oakes, he grew up in North Chattanooga, attending The Baylor School and graduating from the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. He was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity.
He married Nancy Watson in 1973, and they raised...
Rosemary Lynn Rayfield
Jul 10, 2026
Rosemary Lynn Rayfield, 50, of Lafayette, GA entered her heavenly home on July 10, 2026. Born on May 18, 1976, Rosemary was the child of Elane & James Rayfield. She attended Ringgold High School.
Rosemary was known for her love of crafting, thrifting, and cooking. She was a proud Nonna, who enjoyed spending time with her grandsons and spoiling them any...
Charlie Morgan
Jul 10, 2026
Charlie Morgan, of Red Bank, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the age of 74.
Charlie was born on June 4, 1952, to the late Oather Alex Morgan and Flora Jean Morgan.
He is survived by his loving wife, Karen Morgan; his son, Heath Morgan (Leslie) ; his daughters, Jennifer Morgan Griffin and Shelly Morgan Holdren; and his...
Edna Marie Oris
Jul 8, 2026
Edna Marie (Ogden) Oris, 95 years of age, of Hixson, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.Edna was born on September 25, 1930 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Walter Ogden and Edna (Kraft) Ogden.
Edna graduated from Philadelphia High School for Girls in 1948. She married George Albert Kephart in April 1949 and lived in Philadelphia before...
Christopher Wayne Joy
Jul 5, 2026
Christopher Wayne Joy, 65, of Madisonville, Tennessee, passed away, on July 5, 2026. He was born on November 21, 1960, in Griffin, Georgia to Roland and Sue Joy. After graduating from Collegedale Academy in Collegedale, Tennessee in 1978 Chris worked at McKee Baking Company for over 30 years and built a rewarding career as a key leader in the Environmental...
Ina C Kraemer
Jul 4, 2026
Ina C Kraemer, 95, of Dayton, Tennessee, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026. She worked as nurse's assistant at Memorial Hospital and North Park Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hamilton Memorial Gardens, 5351 TN-153, Hixson, TN 37343, (423)-877-6471 to help with opening and closing costs. If asked the contract number is 018141005237, you may also mention...
Linda Marie Hammill
Jul 1, 2026
Linda Marie Hamill (Hale), age 71, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026. She was born on April 3, 1955, in Manchester, Tennessee, and spent most of her life in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Linda worked in sales for many years, where she was known for her friendly personality and ability to connect with people. Outside of work, she found joy in life's...
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