James Odell Saffels
Jun 29, 2018
James Odell Saffels, age 71, passed away at his home on June 29, 2018.
The following obituary as written by Odell, prior to his death.
“I leave behind my wife of 49 years, Wanda Jo Waldrop Saffels, Love you.
Survived by one brother, Anthony Saffels, one sister, Sandra Jamerson; two nephews, and three nieces.
I was proceeded in death...
Anna Marie Ruckgaber
Jun 26, 2018
Anna Marie Ruckgaber, age 30, previously a resident of Etowah, tragically passed away on June 26, 2018, while visiting in Canada.
During her youth, Anna Marie, was an accomplished Saddleseat equestrian rider winning countless trophies and ribbons for her talents in the show ring. While a student at Mountain View Elementary School in Etowah, Tennessee, Anna Marie won a number...
Lois Marie Bauer
Jun 26, 2018
Lois Marie Bauer, age 86, of Cleveland passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at a local health care facility.
Lois is survived by her husband, Dr. George Edward Bauer; sons, Don Bauer (Karen), Paul Douglas (Liz), David (Laura), Marc (Pam); grandsons, Luke Bauer, Matt Bauer, and Adam Bauer.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Daniel Kent Murphy
Jun 25, 2018
Daniel Kent Murphy, age 47, passed away at Starr Regional Medical Center in Athens on Monday, June 25, 2018. A native of Plymouth, Massachusetts, he had lived in Decatur, TN for several years.
He was a loving husband, father and “Dan Paw”. He was preceded in death by his parents, father, Robert A. Murphy and mother, Nancy E. Murphy.
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Billy Wayne Smith
Jun 24, 2018
Billy Wayne Smith, age 66, of Madisonville, went to be with His Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 24, 2018 at his residence.
Bill’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Bill was born in Columbia, TN and spent a majority of his life in Michigan and returned to Madisonville...
Loretta Jean Danley
Jun 21, 2018
Loretta Nicholson Danley, age 74 of Benton, and formerly of Copperhill, passed away 6/21/2018 at Signature Healthcare in Cleveland.
She was the daughter of the late Clarence T. and Clora “Mae” Weaver Nicholson. Loretta worked as a housekeeper at the Fannin Inn in Blue Ridge, GA; and she was of the Church of God faith.
In addition to her...
David Randall Womac
Jun 13, 2018
David Randall Womac, age 43, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, June13, 2018 at his residence. A native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, he loved fishing, working in the woods, and spending time with his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Johnny Hodges and Nancy Womac.
Survivors include his wife, Amy Ogle of Athens;...
Liz Nellith Olivencia
Jun 13, 2018
Liz Nellith Olivencia, age 29, of Maryville, TN passed away at UT Medical Center in Knoxville on June 13, 2018. She was born in Puerto Rico and had been a resident of Tennessee since 2004. Liz was a member of the Maryville Seventh Day Adventist Church. She loved cooking, enjoyed people, was dedicated to her family, a loyal friend and...
Franklin "Frank" Earl Cole
Jun 10, 2018
Franklin “Frank” Earl Cole, age 68, of Harrison passed away at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga on Monday, June 10, 2018. He was born in South Carolina and has spent the majority of his life in East Tennessee. Frank is a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Vietnam with the 69th Armor. He loved fishing, hunting and spending time with...
Timothy Lee Johnson
Jun 10, 2018
Timothy Lee Johnson, age 58, a native and longtime resident of Cleveland, passed away on Sunday morning, June 10, 2018 at a local healthcare facility. Tim was well known for his creative art and attended First Christian Church.He was preceded in death by his father, Billy B. Johnson.
Survivors include his mother, Marjorie Bramlett Johnson of Cleveland, brothers, Billy G....
John Eben McBrien, Jr.
Jun 8, 2018
John “Eben” McBrien, Jr., age 86 of Cleveland, passed away on Friday, June 8, 2018 at the Hospice of Chattanooga Care Center. Born on September 24, 1931 in Calhoun,Tennessee he spent four years in the United States Air Force after graduation from Calhoun High School. He returned home to begin a career of analog communications as an installer for Western...
Stanley Ross Fine
Jun 5, 2018
Stanley Ross Fine, 47, of Decatur passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018.
He was born on May 14, 1971 to Clyde and Rose Fine.
Stanley was preceded in death by his father, Clyde Ellis Fine; grandparents, Ludd S. King and Rissie King.
He is survived by his mother, Rose King Fine; daughters, Halie Fine, Kalie Fine; brother Stacey Fine,...
Keith Harold Glaze
Jun 3, 2018
Keith Harold Glaze, age 74, of Englewood, passed away on Sunday morning, June 3, 2018 at Sweetwater Hospital. Born on August 21, 1943 in Sweetwater to the late Lawrence Glaze and Alice Glaze Skelton, he was a native and lifelong resident of Monroe and McMinn Counties and a member of Madisonville Church of Christ. Keith was a veteran of the...
Jack Eugene Miller
May 29, 2018
Jack Eugene “Gene” Miller, 63, of Cleveland passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at his home.
Gene was born November 14, 1954 in Homestead, Florida to Jack and Mary Miller and moved to Cleveland in 1996.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack W. Miller and Mary Graham Hall; brother, Larry Miller; sisters, June Moore and Denise...
Alice Vaughn King
May 28, 2018
Alice Vaughn King, age 85, of Athens passed away on Monday morning, May 28, 2018, at NHC Athens. Born on September 9, 1932 in Greenville, South Carolina, to the late Thomas and Solome Dominick Vaughn, she grew up and went to school in Kingsport, Tennessee before living a majority of her life in McMinn County. Alice was a true child...
Karen Yvonne Cranfill
May 26, 2018
Karen Yvonne Cranfill, age 63, of Englewood, passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at her residence. Born on February 7, 1955 to the late Chet and Florence Cranfill, She was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County and attended Dixon Ave Baptist Church. She enjoyed fishing, playing guitar and spending time with her family.
In addition to her...
David Nolan Guffey
May 24, 2018
David Nolan Guffey age, 73 of Athens, passed away Thursday evening, May 24, 2018 at his home. A native and lifelong resident of McMinn County, he was born May 27, 1944, the son of the late Homer Franklin Guffey Jr and Eula Blanch Nunley of McMinn County. David graduated from McMinn County High School in 1962, earning a degree in...
Fredrick James Tragesser
May 20, 2018
Fredrick “Rick” James Tragesser, 47, of Cleveland passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2018.
Rick was born February 16, 1971 in San Bernardino, CA but moved to Cleveland at an early age. He was a graduate of Bradley Central High School.
Rick is survived by his mother, Brenda McDaniel Tragesser; son, Christopher Tragesser; brother, Wesley Tragesser; nephew, James Tragesser; and...
Joe Allen Gann
May 17, 2018
Joe Allen Gann, 62, of Rossville, Ga, beloved son, father, brother, and friend passed away, Thursday, May 17, 2018, at his home.
Joe was an exceptional man and would give you the shirt off his back. He lived life on his own terms. Joe loved to laugh and was always ready to pull a joke. He loved his family...
Kristie Marie Best
May 17, 2018
Kristie Marie Smith Best, age 48 of Tellico Plains, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at her daughter’s home. Born in Michigan, she had lived the majority of her life in East Tennessee and attended Outreach Across America Church in Madisonville. She loved the outdoors, animals, old cars and spending time with her family and friends.
Kristie was...
