Obituaries

Trish Griffin Swain

Trish Griffin Swain

Nov 7, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Patricia “Trish” Lea Griffin Swain, age 57, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021. She was born May 29, 1964, in Los Angeles, CA to the late Rufus “Red” and Pat Griffin. Trish worked at Wendy’s in Trenton, GA for over 20 years. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed. In addition to her parents,...

Mrs. Brenda Delane Black

Mrs. Brenda Delane Black

Nov 7, 2021

Brenda Breedlove Black, 71, of East Ridge, TN, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, November 7, 2021. Brenda was a graduate of Kirkland High School and Jones County Junior College. She was Church of God by faith. Brenda grew up in Chattanooga, TN and later moved to Mississippi where she became an LPN working in hospitals. She...

Mrs. Cassie Wilbanks

Mrs. Cassie Wilbanks

Nov 7, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Cassie Faye Wilbanks, age 68, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021. She attended Kelly’s Ferry Church of God and loved reading her Bible and coloring. Cassie was a loving mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Wilbanks; son, Danny Eugene Wilbanks; parents,...

Leea Abigail Raines

Leea Abigail Raines

Nov 5, 2021

Leea Abigail Raines was born to Starla Hixson and Donald Raines on October 2, 1998 in Dalton GA. She loved life until it was tragically cut short on Friday, November 5, 2021 at the young age of 23. So often God sends children who bless the earth, so He blessed the family with a beautiful bouncy little girl named Leea...

Mr. Marvin Lee Atkins

Mr. Marvin Lee Atkins

Nov 4, 2021

BRYANT, AL. Marvin Lee Atkins, age 85, passed away November 4, 2021. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is preceded in death by his wife, Annie Atkins; sons Danny Atkins and Doyle Atkins; grandson Derek Atkins. Left to cherish his memories are his daughter Deborah Rape, LaFayette, GA; son Stephen (Kathy) Atkins, Bryant, AL; daughter-in-law Diane...

Mrs. Ila Mae Garrett

Mrs. Ila Mae Garrett

Nov 3, 2021

BRYANT, AL. Ila Mae Garrett, age 89, passed away November 3, 2021, surrounded by family. She was a charter member of Straightway Baptist Church in Bryant, AL and owner of Ila’s Shoes for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Austin “Cowboy” Garrett, Jr., son Carl “Eddy” Garrett; grandchild Meagan Morris; great-grandchild Rachel Whited;...

Lakeesha Danielle Abbott

Lakeesha Danielle Abbott

Nov 1, 2021

LaKeesha Danielle “Deda” Abbott, age 39, of Lookout Mountain passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021. Keesha had a loving soul and a very bubbly personality. She would light up the room she walked into and brighten the day of those around her. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter and granddaughter who will be dearly missed by all who...

Sara "Sib" Stewart

Sara "Sib" Stewart

Oct 25, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Born April 24, 1929 to Andrew Lee Duvall & Addie Roberson Duvall, Sara Agnes “Sib” Duvall Stewart was the eighth of thirteen children. Sib & her siblings were raised in Rock Spring & LaFayette, GA where she met her late husband, Richard Anderson Stewart. They married on Christmas Day 1947 & raised five children, all of whom survive...

Mrs. Gail C. Hulvey

Mrs. Gail C. Hulvey

Oct 21, 2021

BRYANT, AL: Gail C. Hulvey, age 77, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021. She was born October 7, 1944 to the late Lonel and Addie Willard Cooper. She loved the beach, reading, sewing and cooking. Gail was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents,...

Mrs. Rachel Lynnette White

Mrs. Rachel Lynnette White

Oct 16, 2021

BRYANT, AL: Rachel Lynnette White, age 45, passed away October 16, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, and a good friend to everyone. She is preceded in death by her mother Debbie Thurmond, and brother Eddie Goins, Jr. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of twenty-six years Greg White; daughter Alisha Savannah White; son Dylan (Monica) White;...

Mrs. Wilma Jean Vann

Mrs. Wilma Jean Vann

Oct 14, 2021

WILMA VANN BRYANT, AL: Wilma Jean Vann, age 74, passed away October 14, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, and Nanny who will be dearly missed. In addition to her parents DeFell and Mary Pemberton, she is preceded in death by her sisters Linda Cross and Imogene Smith; brother Troy Pemberton; grandson Nicholas Baker. Left to cherish her memory...

Doris Clark

Doris Clark

Oct 13, 2021

LOOKOUT MTN: Doris Clark, age 82, passed away October 13, 2021. She was born April 30, 1939 to the late Woodrow and Emma Cates. Doris was of the Baptist faith. She loved gardening, painting, ceramics, and spending time with family. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sons Tony Clark and Lamar Clark; grandson Lebron...

Suzanne Bunch

Suzanne Bunch

Oct 13, 2021

TRENTON, GA: Suzanne Coffey Bunch, age 55, passed away October 13, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. Along with spending time with family and friends, she loved gardening, traveling, quilting, hiking, and enjoying the beauty of nature that God gave us. Suzanne dedicated her life to the Lord over forty years ago and was a member of the Higdon...

James E. Loyd Ii

James E. Loyd Ii

Oct 11, 2021

James E. (Pooney) Loyd II, age 79, Bryant, AL passed October 11, 2021 at his home after a brief illness. He is survived by his brother, Mike Loyd of Bryant as well as several nieces and nephews. He was born in Portsmouth, VA and attended Pisgah High in Pisgah, AL. For the majority of his adult life, he was employed...

Mrs. Linda Louise Wawra

Mrs. Linda Louise Wawra

Oct 10, 2021

RISING FAWN, GA: Linda Louise Wawra, age 61, passed away October 10, 2021. She loved to travel and be outdoors with her husband, John. Linda was committed to volunteering for cancer walks and support groups. She is preceded in death by her father, Thomas F. Coyne. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of thirty-nine years, John; daughter Jennifer...

Stan Eugene Carson

Stan Eugene Carson

Oct 8, 2021

VALLEY HEAD, AL: Stan Carson, age 50, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021. He loved hunting, fishing and Alabama football. He also liked wood working and playing with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Myrick; sister Crystal Gregory and brother Michael Williams, Jr. Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Kathy Carson, Valley...

Mary Rethal Williams

Mary Rethal Williams

Oct 3, 2021

ROSSVILLE GA: Mary Rethal Williams, age 90, passed away at her residence on Sunday, October 3, 2021. Mary was born February 14, 1931 in Scottsboro, AL to the late Alvin and Eula Watts. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved to cook for her family. Mary was a very giving person and enjoyed making people happy. She...

Mr. Neal Avans

Mr. Neal Avans

Sep 30, 2021

HIGDON, AL: Arnold Neal Avans, age 58, passed away September 30, 2021. He enjoyed country music and was an Alabama football fan. He is preceded in death by his parents Dalla Fred Avans and Sue Cloud Robinson; brother Timothy Avans. Neal is survived by his aunts Mary E. Higdon, Alladine Pruitt, Jean Talley, and Gayle Hawkins; several cousins and a...

Jean Ivy Bice

Jean Ivy Bice

Sep 30, 2021

CHICKAMAUGA, GA.: Jean Ivy Bice was born December 9, 1937 died September 30, 2021. Jean was an amazing seamstress by trade, early on in factory work and later as a very successful entrepreneur within the trade. She never shied away from a challenge and always charged in with a “let’s get it done” attitude. Her philosophy with everyone she met...

Mr. Mark (Cubie) Steele

Mr. Mark (Cubie) Steele

Sep 26, 2021

HIXSON, TN: With heavy hearts, the family regrets to announce the passing of our beloved Mark (Cubie) Aaron Steele. He is survived by his mother, Karlene Steele Hutton; stepfather, Jimmy Hutton; sister, Amy Steele Dalton; stepsisters, Sarah Hill and Rose Jackson; stepbrother, Will Hutton; special aunt and uncle, Kathie and Mike Gross; many cousins and a host of friends. Mark...

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