Paul Andrew Weaver
Feb 28, 2026
Paul Andrew Weaver, 81, of Ringgold, GA, passed away, Saturday, February 28, 2026. He is a member and served as a greeter at Brainerd Baptist Church-North Georgia Campus. He loved horses, especially his old mare, Georgia. He was a life-long Georgia Bulldog football fan.
He was predeceased by his parents, John A. & Lorena Weaver; five siblings.
Survivors include his wife, Linda...
Richard Darrell Potter
Feb 27, 2026
Richard Darrell Potter, age 67, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026.
Charles Henry Southall Jr.
Feb 13, 2026
Charles Henry Southall Jr., age 79, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026 at a local healthcare facility after an extended illness.
Melissa Marie Johnson
Feb 9, 2026
Melissa Marie Johnson, 40, of Riceville, TN, passed away, Monday, February 9, 2026.
Melissa was born October 7, 1985, daughter of Michael Alan Johnson and Selena Kindelspire. Melissa was born in Miami and spent her early childhood there. She later moved to the west coast of Florida, where she lived through her late teenage years and early adulthood. During that time,...
Michael Eugene Oliver Sr.
Feb 9, 2026
Michael Eugene Oliver Sr., of Harrison, Tennessee, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 9, 2026, following a brief illness. Mike was a faithful attendee of Silverdale North Ooltewah and found great comfort and strength in his faith. He is now resting in peace, where his struggles will be no more.
Mike was born on August...
Ricky Lynn Hale
Feb 7, 2026
Ricky Hale, a devoted servant of God, a proud veteran, and a beloved family patriarch, passed away on February 7, 2026, at 10:41 AM. He was 73 years old.
Born on November 27, 1952, Ricky's life was defined by a steadfast commitment to the things he held dear: his country, his church, and his family. He proudly served in the United...
Orlinda Virginia Pickett
Feb 3, 2026
Orlinda Virginia Pickett, 79, of Chattanooga TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 at Collegedale Life Care. Orlinda grew up in Chattanooga and went to Tyner High School. She worked at Shaw Industries where she retired in 2004 to take care of her mother, which she did for thirteen years. Orlinda gave her...
Roger Joseph Bourgeois
Jan 31, 2026
Roger Joseph Bourgeois, 73, of Birchwood, Tennessee, passed away on January 31, 2026.
Born in Acushnet, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Albert and Dorothy (Chicoine) Bourgeois. Roger served in the U.S. Army, the Army Reserves, and the Army National Guard, and was the recipient of the Good Conduct Award.
Roger was an active member of Lakewood Baptist Church. He...
Dorothy Mae Coffman
Jan 28, 2026
Dorothy Mae Coffman, known lovingly as "Mamaw," passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, at 92 years young. To her family, she was far more than a grandmother - she was a protector, a steady place to land, and the heart that held everyone together.
Born on November 11, 1933, Dorothy was one of eleven children from parents, Christian and Mary...
David Franklin Walker
Jan 18, 2026
David Franklin Walker, 79, of Ooltewah, died Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his residence.
He served four years in the U.S. Navy, including three tours of duty in the Vietnam War. He was a graduate of Fulton High School in Knoxville, and received his B.S. in business from ETSU. After graduating, he worked twenty-five years as a maintenance supervisor at Duracell...
Michael Bower
Jan 13, 2026
Michael was born in Key West, Florida, at a Naval Base & later lived in a home in Sunrise, FL. With a pool.. He was on the swim team in High school and was able to achieve the goal of being a certified Dive Instructor. He loved the water so much. He went fishing when ever he could & owned...
Cal Kent Quarles
Jan 12, 2026
Cal Kent Quarles, age 62, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026.
Kevin Blair Wilson
Jan 9, 2026
Collegedale City Judge and attorney, Kevin Blair Wilson, passed away on January 9, 2026, at home cared for by his loved ones. Kevin graduated from Southern Adventist University in 1978 and obtained a J.D. from the University of Tennessee College of Law in 1981 where he met his wife to be, Scarlett. They opened a law practice in Chattanooga in...
Danny Lee Gann
Jan 6, 2026
Danny Lee Gann, 64, passed away peacefully at home on January 6, 2026, after a short illness. Danny was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He spent his early life in Ooltewah, Tennessee, and later in the surrounding areas until he found his permanent forever home on Lookout Mountain, Georgia. He was born to Walter Gerald and Mattie Lee (Brown) Gann on...
Jo Ann Coe
Jan 2, 2026
JoAnn "Teddy" Coe, 82, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026. Born on May 2, 1943, in Norfolk, Virginia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Red and Lovie Pollard. A devoted wife to Roger Coe for 50 wonderful years, Teddy's love and laughter filled every room she entered. A proud mother, she is survived by...
Dorothy Gregg Beach
Jan 2, 2026
Dorothy Gregg Beach, affectionately known as "Dottie," peacefully passed away with her family by her side, on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the age of 88, due to heart failure. Dottie dedicated her life to education, family, and service. She graduated from City High School and the University of Tennessee, earning her bachelors in Education and advanced degrees in Chemistry...
Kenneth Gene Laughlin
Dec 25, 2025
Kenneth Gene Laughlin, age 68, of Collegedale, TN, passed away at home on December 25, 2025. Ken was born on May 15, 1957 in New Market, VA to EJ and Shirley Laughlin. He graduated from Shenandoah Valley Academy in 1975 and attended Andrews University, graduating in 1981with a BA degree. Ken taught English in South Korea and Los Angeles, CA...
Carolyn Keown
Dec 25, 2025
Carolyn Sue Keown, 80, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Carolyn, often referred to as Sue by friends and family, always put her family first. She raised five children and shared a loving marriage with her husband, Lonnie, for 65 years. Sue enjoyed gardening and long rides through the Smoky Mountains. She especially looked forward to...
Connie B Wallen
Dec 24, 2025
Connie B. Wallen, 76, of Ringgold, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, December 24, 2025. She loved flower gardening. She also enjoyed remodeling her house. Her favorite thing was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank & Dorothy Brumley and her brother, Kenneth Brumley. Survivors include her daughter, Sabrina...
Esther Lee Cleven
Dec 23, 2025
Esther Lee Cleven, 93, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away, Tuesday, December 23, 2025. She was a life-long member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. She was the State Regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution in multiple states. She was also a member of the United Daughter's of the Confederacy. She was a member of Republican Women's Association. She was...
