Obituaries

William “Bill” Burton Parker
U.S. Navy Veteran Had Successful Legal Career

William "Bill" Burton Parker, 81, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025. He was born February 2, 1944, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late William and Mary Katherine (Wilbur) Parker. Bill ... more

William “Bill” Burton Parker
Denise Brittain
Held Long Career With The U.S. Postal Service

Denise Gager Brittain, 73, of Chattanooga , Tennessee, passed away on July 3, 2025 after an illness. She was born on August 13, 1951 in Long Island, NY to Warren and Constance Gager. The Gager family moved to Niskayuna, ... more

Denise Brittain
Kathleen "Kathy" Clara Russell DeHart Jones
Co-Owner Of DeHart Trucking Company

Kathleen "Kathy" Clara Russell DeHart Jones, was born on November 2, 1939, and passed away p eacefully at home on July 10, 2025, with her devoted husband and beloved dog by her side. A graduate of Central High School, ... more

Kathleen "Kathy" Clara Russell DeHart Jones
Sylvia Jean Whittaker
Held Long Career In Human Resources

Sylvia Jean Whittaker, 87, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Doc and Doshie Morris and was preceded in death by a brother, Glen Morris. Sylvia retired as ... more

Sylvia Jean Whittaker
Carolyn Marie Roy Lusk
Central Graduate Worked At Cutter Labs, Walmart

Mrs. Carolyn Marie Roy Lusk went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by loving family. Carolyn was a native of Chattanooga, born on January 30, 1939. She graduated from Central High School in ... more

Carolyn Marie Roy Lusk
Mary Payne
Longtime Resident Of Lookout Mountain Was Active In Her Community And Church

On June 6, 2025, Mary Payne, 90, of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, passed away peacefully to her eternal home, surrounded by her family who loved her dearly. Mary Fuller (Suttle) Payne was born in Selma, Al., on May 17, ... more

Mary Payne
Cherry Norris Goss

Cherry Norris Goss, of Soddy Daisy went peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Cherry poured out her love as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Her home was a bustling gathering ... more

Cherry Norris Goss
David Lee Lyle, Jr.
Retired From U.S. Pipe Foundry Company And A Skilled Electrician

David Lee Lyle, Jr., 78, of Chattanooga, transitioned into celestial peace at his residence surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born in Courtland, Al., on April 10, 1947, to David ... more

David Lee Lyle, Jr.
Charles “Chuck” Douglas Creagh
U.S. Air Force Veteran And Retired Police Officer

Charles “Chuck” Douglas Creagh, 83, of Hixson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025. Chuck was born on May 3, 1942, in Chattanooga, Tn.,, to the late Clyde and Millie Creagh, and remained a lifelong resident ... more

Charles “Chuck” Douglas Creagh
Alesia Gwendolyn Sparks
Worked For Brock Candy Company

Alesia Gwendolyn Sparks, 62, of Chattanooga, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, in the Hospice Care Center. She was a 1981 graduate of City High School. She was formerly employed by Brock Candy Company. Alesia was preceded ... more

Pamela Grace Lanier
Longtime Hamilton County Schools Educator

Pamela Grace Lanier, 69, of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025. Born on March 3, 1956, in Burlington, Vt., Pam was the daughter of her late beloved parents, Louis & Grace Rocke. She graduated ... more

Billy Ray Naylor
Held Long Career In Automotive Parts Warehousing Industry

Billy Ray Naylor, 85, of Chattanooga, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was born on Aug. 24, 1939, in Gardendale, Al. He graduated from Central High School, class of 1958. Over the years, he attended Highland ... more

Billy Ray Naylor
Janie Ruth Allison
Gifted Gardener And Retired From South Central Bell

Janie Ruth Allison, 94, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was a cherished resident of Alexian Village. Born on May 14, 1931, to Adolph and Ettie Mae Allison, Janie was a longtime resident of Signal Mountain, ... more

Janie Ruth Allison
Donald Wilbur Copeland, Jr.
Member Of Greater 2nd Missionary Baptist Church

Donald Wilbur Copeland Jr., affectionately known as “Dee,” 49, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on June 19, 2025. He was born on Aug. 18, 1975, to Sandra Denise Copeland and the late Donald Wilbur Copeland Sr. Dee ... more

Donald Wilbur Copeland, Jr.
Eric Leamon
Had A Vibrant Spirit And Deep Love For Life

Eric Leamon, a beloved brother, uncle, nephew and friend, passed away on July 5, 2025. His vibrant spirit and deep love for life, especially cherished moments with family and friends, left an enduring legacy in the hearts ... more

Eric Leamon
J.P. Kenaston
Longtime Accountant And Passionate About Music

J.P. Kenaston, a much beloved son, passed away at his home on July 8, 2025. J.P. was a caring gentle soul who will be forever missed. J.P. attended CSAS and graduated from Notre Dame High School. He attended UTC and ... more

J.P. Kenaston
De'Colvin Jamaal Poole
Standout Athlete And Student At Tyner High School

De'Colvin Jamaal Poole was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him—gentle, wise, and full of quiet strength. Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on September 3, 1992, to Tamica Watkins Chism and Demetrius Poole, ... more

De'Colvin Jamaal Poole
Dorothy Jean "Dot" Womack
Skilled Seamstress, Avid Tennis Player, And Licensed Pilot

Dorothy Jean "Dot" Womack, age 82, of McDonald, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025. She was born July 1, 1943, in Knoxville, to Lois (Tuggle) Williams and Nat Williams. Dot met the love of her life, Allen, ... more

Dorothy Jean "Dot" Womack
Charles Hillis “Todsy” Durham
Retired After Many Years With East Chattanooga Lumber Company

Charles Hillis “Todsy” Durham departed this life on July 7, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on May 16, 1940, to the late Charles Crawford Durham, Jr. and Bettye Kenneth Smith Durham. Todsy was a lifelong ... more

Charles Hillis “Todsy” Durham
Elaine Michelle Burnett
Devoted Homemaker And Certified Nursing Assistant

Elaine Michelle Burnett, beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Rossville, Georgia, on June 29, 2025. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and brought light, love, and laughter to everyone ... more

Elaine Michelle Burnett
Pamela Grace Lanier
  • 7/12/2025

Pamela Grace Lanier, 69, of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025. Born on March 3, 1956, in Burlington, Vt., Pam was the daughter of her late beloved parents, Louis & Grace Rocke. She graduated from Steubenville High School (1974) known as “The Big Red”, earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, and her master’s degree from Trevecca Nazarene University of Nashville. Pam dedicated 37 years to education in Hamilton County ... more

4 People Shot At Reunion At Tyner Park
  • 7/12/2025

Four people were shot at an annual reunion at Tyner Park on Saturday afternoon. They were hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries. The incident happened around 3 p.m. more

Chattanooga FC Women Make Club History; Advance To WPSL South Region Final
  • 7/12/2025

Chattanooga FC Women defeated Arlington Soccer Blue 3-1 at RavenTek Park on Saturday evening to advance to the WPSL South Region Final for the first time in club history. A penalty from Hannah Tillett and a brace scored by Annick Lolita Manga Zouma saw CFC come from behind to ultimately secure the victory and a historic result for the program, which sees the club become one of just eight left standing in the nation. Chattanooga dominated the early stages of the match, however ... more

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