Obituaries

Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries

Shannon Morris

Shannon Morris

Sep 2, 2019

Shannon Morris, 54, of Chattanooga, passed away Monday September 2, 2019.

Imogene Cleo Dunbar

Imogene Cleo Dunbar

Sep 2, 2019

Imogene Cleo Hicks Dunbar, 84, of East Ridge, passed away Monday September 2, 2019

Robert Lebron Smith, Sr.

Robert Lebron Smith, Sr.

Aug 30, 2019

Robert Lebron Smith, Sr., 85, of Chattanooga, passed away Friday, August 30, 2019. Surviving are his son, Robert Lebron 'Bobby' Smith, Jr.; granddaughter, Kayln Smith and great-granddaughter, Mia Lyles.

A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 11 a.m. in Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Services Graveside Service Wednesday September 4, 2019 11:00 AM Chattanooga...

Willis Edward Payne

Willis Edward Payne

Aug 24, 2019

Willis Edward Payne, 76, of Nashville, died, Saturday, August 24, 2019.

Survivors include his daughter, Brenda Lee Jones.

Peggy Ann Cruce

Peggy Ann Cruce

Aug 21, 2019

Peggy Wade Cruce passed away peacefully on August 21, 2019 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She was born in1933 in Anniston, Alabama and grew up in the close-knit TVA Village No.1 of Sheffield, Alabama. Peggy was a Howard College Phi Mu (now Samford University) in Birmingham, Alabama. Her commitment to Christ, and the work of the church, included the care and...

Robert Lee Smith, Sr.

Robert Lee Smith, Sr.

Aug 19, 2019

Mr. Robert Lee Smith, Sr., 70, of Chattanooga passed away Monday, August 19 at his residence.

The family will receive friends from noon to 1p.m. on Saturday, August 24 at The New First Missionary Baptist Church, 1801 N. Orchard Knob, Chattanooga, TN 37406. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m.

Services Visitation Saturday August 24,...

Connie Jean Hilley

Connie Jean Hilley

Aug 19, 2019

Connie Jean Cearley Hilley, 56, of Rossville, GA passed away Monday, August 19, 2019.

She was predeceased by her mother, Jeanetta Cearley.

Survivors include her husband, Larry Hilley; father, Claudell Cearley; sister, Donna Janine Ivey; nephew, Weston Ivey; niece and spouse, Lacey & Tre Painter; and step-sons, Jeremy Hilley and Jason Hilley.

The...

Martha P. Webb

Martha P. Webb

Aug 4, 2019

Martha Plunkett Webb, age 100, of Signal Mountain, TN, died peacefully surrounded by family on August 4, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Henry Wilson and Minnie Smith Plunkett of Atlanta, Ga.

Her husband of 56 years, Addison L Webb, Sr. preceded her in death.

She is survived by her two sons, Addison...

Robert Lee Forrest

Robert Lee Forrest

Aug 3, 2019

Robert "Bob" Forrest, passed on to heaven on August 3rd. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Charnell & his daughter, Cari Ann Brown.

The family will receive friends in Bible Way Baptist Church, 2502 Lakeview Drive, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Dr. Vince Estill will conduct the memorial at 11 a.m....

Debra Ann Lombardo

Debra Ann Lombardo

Jul 23, 2019

Debra Ann Lombardo, 60, of Chattanooga, gained her wings, Tuesday, July, 23, 2019. She is no longer in pain & is now reunited with her husband, Michael Lombardo.

She was predeceased by her parents & husband, Michael Lombardo.

Survivors include her children, Michael Lombardo, Jr., Kristina Montgomery, Samuel Lombardo, Fredrick Lombardo, Anthony Lombardo; four grandchildren...

Janis Marie Swoveland

Janis Marie Swoveland

Jul 21, 2019

Janis Marie Beck Swoveland, 72, of Rossville, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019.

Sally W. Galanos

Sally W. Galanos

Jul 17, 2019

Sally W. Galanos, 67, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away July 17, 2019. She graduated with honors from the University Of Florida College Of Journalism.

She was predeceased by her parents, Ruth and Robert Wadland.

Survivors include her husband, Peter Galanos; sons & daughter-in-law, Greg (Kim) Galanos & Mike Galanos; sister, Jill Verley; two grandchildren.

Neal Stephen Kassebaum

Neal Stephen Kassebaum

Jul 11, 2019

Neal Stephen Kassebaum entered eternity July 11, 2019. Neal was born in OFallon, IL, son of Stephen and Beatrice Kassebaum. Neal came to Chattanooga in the early 1970s beginning his career at the local CBS station. During his career he worked for the local NBC station, Video Masters, a local production company, free lanced for ESPN, and in 1990...

Mary Lois Galecki

Mary Lois Galecki

Jul 11, 2019

Mary Lois Clemons Galecki, 94, of Signal Mountain died July 11, 2019.

Lois was born October 15, 1924 in Arkansas to Gentry and Naomi Clemons.

Lois was predeceased by her husband, George E. Brown, of 35 years with whom they had three children. Also predeceased by her second husband, Grover "Sonny" Thomas married for six...

Robert Fred Taylor

Robert Fred Taylor

Jul 6, 2019

Robert "Bob" Fred Taylor, 63, of Atlanta, passed away Saturday, July 6th, 2019 in Harrison, TN.

Bob was a native of Chattanooga, TN growing up on the shore of Lake Chickamauga at Wolftever Fishing Club. The familys cabin there was his favorite place on Earth. He enjoyed bringing his family and friends there, working on his boat,...

Marvin Clifford Wise

Marvin Clifford Wise

Jun 29, 2019

Marvin Clifford Wise, 66, of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019.

William Dale Estep, Sr.

William Dale Estep, Sr.

Jun 29, 2019

William Dale Estep, Sr., 77, of Collegedale, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019. A native of Broad Top City, Pennsylvania, he spent the last thirty-nine years in the Collegedale area. He was a member of Cedar Ridge Seventh-day Adventist Church in Georgetown, TN. He enjoyed classic cars, photography, and most of all, computers.

During his lifetime, Bill...

Thomas Gordon 'Bill' Smith

Thomas Gordon 'Bill' Smith

Jun 26, 2019

Thomas Gordon "Bill" Smith, 96, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at his home in Chattanooga.

He was predeceased by the love of his life, Joetta McAmis Smith. Their love was noticeably beautiful and they were totally devoted to each other in work and in play.

He leaves a daughter, Devera Lea Smith.

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Bettye Sue Bales

Bettye Sue Bales

Jun 26, 2019

Bettye Sue Bales, 90, of Chattanooga, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad & Marie Norwood; brother, Conrad (Buddy) Norwood, Jr.; sister, Jeanette Bazemore.

Survivors include several nieces and nephews.

There will be no visitation and graveside services will be private.

Joseph Albert Hamblen

Joseph Albert Hamblen

Jun 23, 2019

Joseph Albert Hamblen, 66, of Augusta, GA, passed away June 23, 2019.

He was predeceased by his parents, Herbert & Priscilla Hamblen.

Survivors include his daughter, Stormi (Douglas) Crawford; brothers, Michael, Bill, Herb; sister, Ellen & four grandchildren.

Pastor Chris Anderson will conduct a graveside service on Wednesday, July 3, at 11 a.m....

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