Obituaries

Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries

Joseph Mccurry Claxton

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rita Alice Macdougall

Jun 3, 2017

Rita Alice MacDougall, 87, of Hixson, died Saturday, June 3, 2017.

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Eliza Burk

Eliza 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

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.

John Phillip Messina, Jr.

May 19, 2017

John Phillip Messina, Jr., 61, of Soddy-Daisy, died Friday, May 19, 2017.

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Leslie Jane Foy

Leslie Jane Foy

May 17, 2017

Leslie Jane Foy, 56, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died Wednesday, May 7, 2017.

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Jewel Juanita Evans

Jewel 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

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

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.

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.

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'Howie' Michael Howard Knight

'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

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

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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