Obituaries
Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries
Joseph Mccurry Claxton
Jun 18, 2017
Joseph McCurry Claxton, 61, of Town Creek, Alabama and Virginia Beach, Virginia native passed away suddenly in Cleveland, Tennessee on June 18th 2017. Born February 7th, 1956.He was a God loving man, a loving son, brother, husband, father and grandfather who never met a stranger. He touched many hearts and will be greatly missed by all.
He...
Matthew Douglas Weron
Jun 18, 2017
Matthew Douglas Weron, of McDonald, born June 13, 1997, went to be with the Lord June 18, 2017. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Bonnie Haefner Weron.
Survivors include his father and stepmother, James Douglas Weron and Beth Burton of Cleveland; mother and stepfather, Jaclyn Wall Watson and Jeremy Watson of Athens; sister, Rachel Weron; aunt and...
Dorothy Ann Taylor
Jun 15, 2017
Dorothy 'Dot' Oettinger Taylor, 87, of McMinnville, TN died Thursday, June 8, 2017 in Chattanooga, TN after a long illness.
She leaves behind two children, Linda Oettinger Morris & Michael Joseph Oettinger.
The Rev. Stephen Klasek will conduct a memorial mass on Saturday, July 1 at 8 a.m. in St Paul's Apostle Catholic Church, 304...
Guy M. Scoggins
Jun 13, 2017
Guy M. Scoggins, 72, of Monterey, TN, passed away at home surrounded by his family, Tuesday, June 13, 2017.
He was predeceased by his father, baby brother & baby sister.
Survivors include his wife, Judy; daughter, Dawn (David) Self; son, Cameron (Brookelynn) Scoggins; mother, Leveta Scoggins; seven grandchildren; two great-grandsons & one on the way;...
Paula Blevins Peterson
Jun 8, 2017
Paula Blevins Cobble Peterson went home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2017. She was employed by Southern Filter Media and was a member of Eastwood Church. She is predeceased by her parents, Paul and Jenkelee Gilbreath Cobble.
Paula is survived by two daughters Tiffani (Steven) Lynskey and Misty (Dave) Ramsey; seven beautiful grandchildren; one...
Joe Zaffiri
Jun 8, 2017
Alan Joseph Zaffiri, 67, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2017.
He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph Zaffiri &Vivian C. Stypulkowski.
Survivors include his wife, Jacqueline Zaffiri; daughters, Serena (Big Ed) Johnson, Danielle Zaffiri; sister, Debra Sue Bayetis; brother, Anthony Zuccaro; one grandson, Lil Ed Johnson; four step-sons; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren....
Faye Ethel Hickman
Jun 7, 2017
Faye Ethel Hickman, 70, of Soddy-Daisy, went to be with Jesus, Wednesday, June 7, 2017.
She was predeceased by her father; husbands, Larry J. Rawl, Sr. & Jack Hickman.
Survivors include her son, Larry Rawl, Jr; daughter, Tammy; granddaughters, Marisa & Olivia Rawl; mother, Phyllis; sister, Jeanette
The family would like to give...
Weston Earl Babbitt
Jun 5, 2017
Weston Earl Babbitt, 90, of McDonald, passed away in rest with Christ Monday, June 5, 2017. He was a beloved mentor to many Students. He was a positive witness for Christ.
He was predeceased by his parents and his wife, Carolyn.
Survivors include his daughter, Cynthia Herlong; sons, Vernon Babbitt & Wes Babbitt and six...
Rita Alice Macdougall
Jun 3, 2017
Rita Alice MacDougall, 87, of Hixson, died Saturday, June 3, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableEliza Burk
May 28, 2017
Eliza Burk, 84 of Chattanooga, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 28, 2017.
She was a faithful member of Moriah Baptist Church for over 20 years. She retired from Big Lots. Her world revolved around her children and grandchildren. She was a sacrificial giver and loved to cook for all. She never attended...
Carol Glenn
May 24, 2017
Carol Glenn, 87, of Signal Mountain, died Wednesday, May 24, 2017. She was predeceased by her parents and brother, "Bud" Glenn.
Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, David and Sandy Glenn and several nieces and nephews.
The Rev. Thomas Law, O. S. J. will conduct a memorial service at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 3 at...
John Phillip Messina, Jr.
May 19, 2017
John Phillip Messina, Jr., 61, of Soddy-Daisy, died Friday, May 19, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableLeslie Jane Foy
May 17, 2017
Leslie Jane Foy, 56, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died Wednesday, May 7, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableJewel Juanita Evans
May 15, 2017
Jewel Juanita Evans, 83 of East Ridge, passed away peacefully Monday, May 15, 2017.
She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Herschel Evans; two sons, Danny & Derrick; siblings, Mary Jo Mutt and Jim Castleberry.
Survivors include her sons, Tony, Ronnie (Carleen) Evans; sister, Marlene Eaton; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews....
Tony Randall Adkins
May 4, 2017
Tony Randall Adkins, 55, of Chattanooga, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Virginia Goins Adkins, brother, Gary Adkins and sister, Patricia Laffew.
He is survived by his wife, Crystal Lynn Walker Adkins; daughter, Candace (Justin) Mitchell; son, Christopher (Brianna) Adkins; brothers, Larry, Chuck, Donald, Jeff, Rick, Steve and Jack...
Andrea Darlene Coogan
May 2, 2017
Andrea Darlene Coogan, 59, of East Ridge, took the hand of Jesus, Tuesday, May 2, 2017.
She was predeceased by her parents, Jesse & Anne McDade; sisters, Rita Lawson Pembrooke & Anne Collette Chadwick.
Survivors include her sister, Bernadette Rather; several nieces & nephews.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 24 at 10 am...
John Harold Dutto, Sr.
Apr 24, 2017
John Harold Dutto, Sr., 87, of Dayton, TN, passed away Monday, April 24.
He is survived by his daughter & son-in-law, Anna (Shawn) Tilley; sons & daughters-in-law, John (Darlene) Dutto, Jr., Philip (Lori) Dutto; grandchildren & spouses, Faithe Tilley, Johnny (Karen) Dutto, III, Michelle (Justin) Vetter, Melissa Dutto & several nieces & nephews.
Judge Clarence...
'Howie' Michael Howard Knight
Apr 23, 2017
"HOWIE" Michael Howard Knight, 43 of Sale Creek, TN passed to be with JESUS on April 23, 2017.
Michael was predeceased by his wife, Michele; grandfather, Howard and aunt, Carolyn Taylor.
Michael is survived by his parents, Jerry and Jeri Lynn; granny, Kitty; brother, Kenny (Tammy); niece, Nicole; nephew, Tony; daughter, Becky; "COUSIN SETH" and...
Thomas Freeman Powell
Apr 22, 2017
Thomas Freeman Powell, 75, went peacefully into the arms of Jesus, on April 22, 2017.
Freeman was born and raised in Ward, AL. He graduated from Sumter County High School and served in the United States Marine Reserves. He was a member of Stuart Heights Baptist Church. Freeman was involved in Mens Ministry Network, Tres Dias of...
Rodney Jerome Tofte
Apr 21, 2017
Rodney Jerome Tofte, 77, of Lafayette, GA, went to be with the Lord, Friday, April, 21.
He was predeceased by his parents, Durwood Tofte, Mary Calvert; brother, Steven Tofte.
He is survived by his children, Juli Aldridge, Lance Tofte, Brian Tofte, Austin Tofte; four grandchildren & five great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at...
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