Obituaries

Apr 15, 2024

John Clayton Burton, 89, of Hixson, Tennessee passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024. Clayton was born in Sand Mountain, Alabama, September 23, 1934 to Grover and Grovie (McClure) Burton. After his family relocated to Chattanooga, he attended Hixson schools and graduated from Hixson High School Class of 1953. While in the 5th grade at Hixson Elementary School, he noticed...

Apr 13, 2024

Steven Harold Powell, 80, joined the heavenly choir on Saturday April 13, 2024.

Steve was a loving husband of 61 years to Rebecka Woody Powell. He was devoted to his family and a friend to many by always putting others first. He had a way of making everyone feel loved. His smile was wide and his laugh...

Apr 10, 2024

Beverly Jean (Rievley) Fallon, 81, of Chattanooga, TN presented triumphantly to the living and eternal presence of her Lord Jesus Christ on April 10, 2024. She was born in Chattanooga, TN on September 20, 1942. Though far from perfect, Beverly loved and followed Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Her life and spirit was full of passion, laughter, a...

Mar 29, 2024

On March 29, 2024 Amanda "Mandy" Lynn Collins Wallis passed peacefully at her home under Hospice care. She was 37 years old. She loved God and her children.

She is survived by her mother, Lisa Young Collins, of Ft. Oglethorpe GA; father, Jerry Collins Sr., of Chattanooga and step-mother, Allene Goodson Collins also of Chattanooga; three daughters,...

Mar 26, 2024

Karen Margaret Allen, age 53, departed this world for her eternal home with Jesus on March 26, 2024. She was proceeded in death by her mother Barbara Krzic. She is survived by her beloved family: husband Ty, daughters Ashley and Anna, son-in-law Andrew Kirby, father Anton Krzic, brothers Tony and Jayson and their families.

Karen was born...

Mar 20, 2024

Jimmy Johnson, 55, passed away peacefully March 20, 2024 after a lengthy illness surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy's favorite job of all time was being the lifeguard at Hurricane Creek Pool. He was the biggest kid of all and was adored by children and parents alike. He later became an IT specialist for the State of Tennessee for 20...

Mar 14, 2024

Paul J. Staton, Jr., age 75, of Cleveland, Tennessee, a cherished husband, devoted father, doting papaw, and treasured friend, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, March 14, 2024.

Paul was a worker. From sun-up to sundown, Paul was always busy. Over 25 years of his work life was spent behind the wheel of...

Mar 12, 2024

Larry Hennessee, passed away, March 12, in a hospital in Atlanta. He suffered a stroke in January 2023 and struggled for the past year to recover, but in the end, his body was worn out from the fight.

He was a native of Chattanooga, graduate of Central High School and Navy Veteran having served for four years...

Mar 3, 2024

Our angel, Crystal Anne Melton, returned to heaven and into Gods embrace on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

She will be missed by parents, Jason and Jeanine; children, Noah and Lily; grandson, Weston; brothers, Joey, Joshua and Robbie; niece and nephew, Aidan and Zoey, and her extra brother Brett.

She was dedicated to her career at...

Mar 3, 2024

James Mark Gilpatrick, 61, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away, Sunday, March 3, 2024. Mark was born on September 22, 1962 in Livingston, Tennessee to Bruce & Anna Evans Gilpatrick, but lived in Chattanooga until his death.

Mark is survived by his parents, Bruce & Anna Evans Gilpatrick; nieces, Breahna Gilpatrick Tittle (Taylor), Raven Gilpatrick Kennedy (Eric) and...

Feb 28, 2024

Wayne Loggins, age 73, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Wayne was born in Atlanta, GA and served in the military with the U.S. Navy. He was stationed in New Orleans with the Admiral Staff during the Vietnam War. He served his admirals with distinction. He enjoyed working with Ferrari and Cobra Restorers. He was the former producer...

Feb 28, 2024

Vicky Lebron Walker, 78, of Ringgold, Georgia, took hand of Jesus, Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Parkside Nursing Home in Rossville, Georgia.

Vicky was born March 24, 1945 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a son of Clyde and Bertha Lee Walker. He married the love of his life, Dianne. Vicky was raised in Chattanooga, TN and served as a...

Feb 21, 2024

Mark Edward Fairris, age 47, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Mark worked as a carpenter, electrician, and poured iron for a living during his lifetime. Mark had a particularly close relationship with his sister, Earline. The bond and closeness the two of them shared was immeasurable and will forever be missed. Mark was the type of...

Feb 21, 2024

Patsy Deakins Burton, 86, of Hixson, Tennessee passed away peacefully on February 21, 2024. Patsy was born in Hixson, Tennessee, September 14, 1937 to Claxton and Pansy Deakins. She graduated Valedictorian from Hixson High School, Class of 1955. Patsy was in the 3rd grade at Hixson Elementary School, when a special little boy (John Clayton Burton) caught her eye while...

Feb 19, 2024

Joseph Anthony Vyskocil AKA: Joey, 60, of Pikeville, Tennessee passed away Monday, February 19, 2024, at his home in Pikeville, Tennessee. Joseph was born August 1, 1963, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Joseph and Nancy Vyskocil . Joey loved fishing and barrel racing. In Florida as a teenager Joey won numerous trophies and saddles for 1st place wins on...

Feb 18, 2024

Thomas 'Hot Rod' Holt, age 50, of Ooltewah, TN, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024. 'Hot Rod' enjoyed building cars and anything with a motor, drawing, and spending time with family and friends. He was employed by Miller Industries for more than 20 years. Survivors include his son, Kaden Holt; parents, Tommy & Bonnie Sue Holt; brother, James (Christie)...

Feb 16, 2024

Frances Boley Benge, 72, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024. In her last moments she expressed her joy at the prospect of meeting Jesus, her Savior and Friend, and shared her desire that all of her friends and family know Him, too.

A native of Boone, Colorado, she had a heart for...

Feb 1, 2024

Sabrina Kaye Dorsey Williams, 54, of Soddy-Daisy, passed away, February 1, 2024.

She was predeceased by her parents, Bonnie Bradford, James Dorsey; stepmother, Betty Dorsey.

Survivors include her daughters, Jessica (Adam) James, Brianna Williams; one grandson & two granddaughters; siblings, Julie (Ira) Krauss, Teresa (J.D.) Gryder, Clay (Michelle) Dorsey, many nieces & nephews.

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Jan 29, 2024

Mary Aleta Wooten Word, age 75, of Chattanooga, TN passed away Monday, January 29, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents, John B. and Evelyn Wooten and survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Joe Word. She was an active member of First Church of Christ, Scientist, a member of the DAR, Friends of the Chattanooga Public Library,...

Jan 26, 2024

Edna Walton McGavock, 84, of Hixson, Tennessee passed away peacefully, January 26, 2024, surrounded by family and her husband.

Edna was born in Trenton, New Jersey, April 24th, 1939 to Edward & Elsie Walton. She graduated from Miami Jackson High School in 1956.

Edna worked various jobs, prior to a 20-year career as an office...