Obituaries
Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries
Ronnie Earl Elliott
Feb 24, 2017
Ronnie Earl Elliott, 71, of Chattanooga, passed peacefully on February 24, 2017.
He was predeceased by his parents, Richard Morland and Ruby Hazel Elliott; brothers, Ray Douglas, Richard Lynn, and Robert 'Bobbie' Gene Elliott.
Survivors include his sons Brent (April) Elliott and Brandon Elliott; sister, Eva 'Sandra' Long; grandchildren Brittany Hughes, Brent 'Jacob', Drew, Ty,...
Charles David Matthews
Feb 24, 2017
Charles David Matthews, 64, of East Ridge, died Friday, February 24, 2017.
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William 'Garvin' Cheek
Feb 19, 2017
William "Garvin" Cheek, a lifelong resident of Polk County born March 14, 1935 passed away peacefully at the home of his longtime companion and caregiver, Sharon Roberts on Sunday, February 19, 2017. He affectionately referred to her as 'Miss Florence'. Garvin felt like she was his 'own personal nurse'.
He was a member of Old Ocoee Baptist...
Patricia Gail Sewell
Feb 15, 2017
Patricia Gail Born Sewell passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. For the past 40 years, she resided in Chattanooga, TN. Originally from Rossville, GA, she graduated from Rossville High School.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Ollie Eaves Born and brothers, Billy Born, Darrell Born and Jack Born.
Survivors include...
Thelma Schick Hurry
Feb 14, 2017
Thelma Jane (Schick) Hurry, 87, passed away February 14, 2017 in Chattanooga, TN. She was born August 16,1929 in Dearing, Kansas.
She was adopted at age 12 by John and Irene Miller from Atchison Children's Home where she was placed after her maternal mother passed away from an illness. She grew up on a farm in Rooks...
Charles C. Esperseth
Feb 12, 2017
Charles C. Esperseth, 87, of Osceola, Indiana, died Sunday, February 12, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableZenade Kathleen Blalock
Feb 12, 2017
Zenade Kathleen "Kathy" Blalock, 54 of Rossville went to be with the lord Sunday, February 12, 2017.
Kathy was an amazing person, she had a heart of gold; she was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and niece. She wanted so much out of life; she had recently come to accept Jesus Christ as her personal...
Judy Ann Jones
Feb 9, 2017
Judy Ann Jones, 74, of Ooltewah, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, February 9. She loved God, her husband, her three sons, her daughter-in-law and her granddaughter. Her passions included Pomeranians, Church Missionaries and Projects. She enjoyed homemaking, cooking for her family and her Church. Her passion was caring for children from all walks of life. She loved...
Ben Lee, Jr
Feb 9, 2017
Ben Lee, Jr., 86 of Ooltewah (Snow Hill), passed away on February 9, 2017.
Ben was retired through Millwrights Local Union 1554. He also worked nearly 30 years at Western Union.
He was predeceased by his wife of 44 years, Lois Westbrook Lee; parents, Ben & Nellie Lee, Sr.; sisters, Lorene (Howard) McClain, Gladys (Lightning)...
Sue Ellen Ayers
Feb 7, 2017
Sue Ellen Ayers, of Signal Mountain and wife of Jason D Ayers, passed away on Feb. 7, 2017.
Survived by her son, V Ownby; daughters, Caitanya Ownby & Elisha Core; seven grandchildren; brothers, Larry & Eddie Elliott with many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 11 at 2pm, 3828 Birmingham...
Polly Dean Cook
Feb 6, 2017
Polly Dean Allen Cook, 58, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, February 6, 2017.
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Marilyn Rose Crouch
Feb 5, 2017
Marilyn Rose Wisowaty Crouch, 60, of Estill Springs, Tenn., died Sunday, February 5, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableKenneth Dewayne Cavin
Feb 5, 2017
Kenneth DeWayne Cavin, 64, of Chattanooga, died Sunday, February 5, 2017.
He is survived by a daughter, Sherry Goins; son, Terry Cavin; brother, Howard Cavin; two sisters, Pamela (Kenneth) Headrick and Brenda Norris; four grandchildren, Sarah Goins, Brandon Goins, Alex Cavin and Ashley Cavin and a great-granddaughter, Addie Goins.
A celebration of life will be...
Joseph Harrison Yates Ii
Jan 31, 2017
Joseph Harrison Yates II, 54, of East Ridge, died Tuesday, January 31, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableJune 'Marion' Nentwig
Jan 30, 2017
Marion Nentwig, 88, Signal Mountain, TN, took the hand of Jesus on Monday, January 30. She graduated from Swarthmore College with a master's degree in English Literature. She was active in many local organizations, including Church Women United, the local NAACP and very engaged in the Democratic Party. She was a loving wife, mother & grandmother.
Marion...
John Mcneal Wilson
Jan 25, 2017
John McNeal Wilson, 70, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
He graduated from McCallie School and the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. John was a Vietnam Veteran and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents Mark K. Wilson, Jr. and Lois Wilson, and his sister, Mary...
Harley Merritt Edmondson, Jr.
Jan 22, 2017
Harley Merritt Edmondson, Jr., 72, of Chattanooga, died Sunday, January 22, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableAnne Shipley
Jan 17, 2017
Anne Shipley, 80 of Ooltewah, was born a Kosky on January 23rd, 1936. A soft, strong, sincere soul. Part peacemaker, all parent, and always the proudest in the room of the accomplishments of the four children she has guided through life.
Anne was predeceased by her husband, William B. "Toddy" Shipley.
A calming influence of...
Tasia Lynn Pike
Jan 12, 2017
Tasia Lynn Wagner Pike, 65, of Hixson, died Thursday, January 12, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableRoxie Joann Vandergriff
Jan 11, 2017
Roxie JoAnn Vandergriff age of 80, passed away Wednesday January 11, 2017. She was a life long resident of Chattanooga and completely devoted her life to her family. She is predeceased by her husband James E Vandergriff, parents Richard and Pauline Morgan, daughters Debbie Newsome, Brenda Sessoms and Dora Vandergriff. She is survived by sons, and family: Marvin Vandergriff,...
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