Obituaries

Ed Mcgee

Ed Mcgee

Jun 18, 2021

Edward Lloyd McGee, of Trenton, GA, formerly of Ooltewah, TN, born Sept. 18, 1953, passed away at home, on June 18, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Lloyd, and mother, Edna McNabb McGee and dear wife, Kathleen Chastain McGee, who he was married to from 1973 to 2006. Ed is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl McGee,...

Murphy Ledbetter

Murphy Ledbetter

Jun 17, 2021

BRYANT, AL: Murphy Daniel Ledbetter, age 82, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 17, 2021. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a friend to many who will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Ledbetter; parents, Emmett and Rader Ledbetter and many brothers and sisters. Left...

Bertha Corinne Rushing

Bertha Corinne Rushing

Jun 15, 2021

CORINNE RUSHING TRENTON, GA: Bertha Corinne Rushing, age 81, passed away June 15, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother that truly showed her love to her children and grandchildren. She had a servant’s heart, serving the Lord and those people around her that were in need. Corinne attended Kelly Ferry Church of God. She was preceded...

Mr. Lee Clark

Mr. Lee Clark

Jun 13, 2021

Lee Clark, 77, of Bryant, AL, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021. Lee was born on March 11, 1944 to the late Grady and Louise Clark. He was a retired US Army Veteran, loved his grandkids and his great-granddaughter very much. Lee was a friend to many and will dearly be missed. He was preceded in death by his...

Mr. Bruce L Castleberry

Mr. Bruce L Castleberry

Jun 8, 2021

BRUCE CASTLEBERRY Bruce Lee Castleberry, age 44, passed away June 8, 2021 in Chattanooga, TN. He was a loving son, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Castleberry. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Shana Nicole Castleberry; son Shaun Mitchell Castleberry, grandchild Haygen; mother Debra Castleberry, sisters Toni Sorrells and Penny Fulton; several...

Mrs. Melba Cookston

Mrs. Melba Cookston

Jun 7, 2021

MELBA COOKSTON Melba Cookston, 79, of Bryant, AL. passed away June 7, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Melba was of the Baptist faith. Melba loved working in her beautiful garden of flowers and her lily garden displays rays of colors and sunshine. She also loved going to yard...

Mrs. Brenda Sue Webster

Mrs. Brenda Sue Webster

Jun 3, 2021

BRENDA WEBSTER Brenda Sue Webster, age 75, passed away June 3, 2021. She was an avid reader, enjoyed sewing and eating out with her family. Brenda was a life-long member of New Vision Church of God and loved gospel music. She was preceded in death by her first husband Donald Stevens; parents Rufus and Ida Hughes; sister Marchetta Estes, and...

Mrs. Frances Irene Tinker

Mrs. Frances Irene Tinker

Jun 2, 2021

FRANCES TINKER Frances Irene Tinker, age 81, passed away June 2, 2021. She was a loving mother, grandmother of nineteen, great-grandmother of twenty-eight, and great-great-grandmother of six; sister and friend. She loved to cook and spend time with her family, and enjoyed Bluegrass music. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jackie Tinker; grandson Xander Miller, and parents William...

K. Wayne Guffey

K. Wayne Guffey

May 29, 2021

Kenneth Wayne Guffey, 81, of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, departed this life for the many wonders of Heaven on Saturday, May 29, 2021, while surrounded by his loving and faithful family. A longtime resident of Dade County, Wayne was a native of Jackson County, Alabama, where he was born to the late Rev. Paul & Mae Morgan Guffey, of Swearengin atop...

Martha Ann Everett

Martha Ann Everett

May 28, 2021

Martha Ann Everett, age 81 of Trenton, GA passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 28, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Martha Ann was born September 23, 1939 to the late George and Bonnie Castleberry. She was retired from the Dade Middle School cafeteria. Martha Ann loved to cook and made sure that everyone was fed. She loved...

Mr. Rayburn Leonard West

Mr. Rayburn Leonard West

May 25, 2021

Rayburn Leonard West, age 76 of Bryant, AL, passed away at home on May 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, dear brother, and a kind friend to all who had the honor of knowing him. Rayburn was born February 9, 1945 to the late Noah J. and Edith West in...

Eula Blonn Stewart

Eula Blonn Stewart

May 23, 2021

TRENTON, GA.: Eula Blonn Stewart, age 91, passed away May 23, 2021. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Stewart; parents Luther and Fannie Bodenhamer, five brothers and eight sisters. Survivors include her brother, Wayne Bodenhamer; niece Ann (Michael) Murray, nephew Ray (Margaret) Bodenhamer; several other nieces and nephews....

Mrs. Denise Clark

Mrs. Denise Clark

May 14, 2021

DENISE CLARK RISING FAWN, GA: Charlotte Denise Clark, age 61, passed away May 14, 2021. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Denise loved spending time with her “grands” and watching college football with her husband. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Regina Clark and Jan Cuzzort. Survivors include her loving husband of fourteen years,...

Mrs. Geneva Higdon

Mrs. Geneva Higdon

May 13, 2021

GENEVA HIGDON ROSSVILLE, GA: Geneva Higdon, age 84, passed away May 13, 2021. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who enjoyed playing bridge, camping, and especially enjoyed spending time with her friends at Applebrook. She was preceded in death by her parents, and by her husband, Larry Higdon. Survivors include: daughter, Barbara Gray; son, Billy Harris; 5...

Mr. James Dal Bethune

Mr. James Dal Bethune

May 6, 2021

JAMES DAL BETHUNE BRYANT, AL: James Dal Bethune, age 54, passed away May 6, 2021. He was a loving father, son, grandfather, and genuine person who would go out of his way to help others. He was a welder by trade and loved all things related to the steel industry. He was preceded in death by his father, James Guinn...

Ralph Benjamin Geddie Sr

Ralph Benjamin Geddie Sr

Apr 30, 2021

Ralph Geddie, 77, of Trenton, GA passed away peacefully on Friday, April 30, 2021 with his family by his side. Ralph was born April 3, 1944 in Sulphur Springs, GA to the late Jim and Clara Geddie. He was an avid fisherman, a veteran of the United States Army and a member of American Legion Post 106. Ralph was a...

Mariah Christine

Mariah Christine

Apr 30, 2021

Mariah “Riah'' Christine of Oregon, Illinois, born prematurely on March 4, 1991, passed away unexpectedly in her home, April 30, 2021. Mariah was born in Elgin, Illinois to Loretta Sue Krekeler (Hunter) and David Allen Hallowell. Mariah was an amazing, beautiful, loving, caring, and empathetic soul. She enjoyed being with the people she loved, especially her children. Mariah would brighten...

Mrs. Sheila Ann Cason

Mrs. Sheila Ann Cason

Apr 27, 2021

Sheila Ann Cason, 58, of New Salem, GA passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 27, 2021. Sheila was born October 23, 1962 in St. Louis, MO. She loved crocheting, running charity 5k’s, listening to music and was a member of the New Salem United Methodist Church. Sheila was affectionately known as “Nonnee” to her grandchildren and they...

Roy Milton Stephens

Roy Milton Stephens

Apr 27, 2021

Roy M. Stephens 85, of Trenton, Georgia passed away on April 27, 2021 at his home. He was born on January 8, 1936 in Dade County, Georgia. His parents were the late James Thomas & Lettie Daniel Stephens, who preceded him in death. Roy worked as a machinist, route salesmen for Holsom Bakery, and self-employed business owner for many years....

Mr. James "Jimmy" Knight

Mr. James "Jimmy" Knight

Apr 26, 2021

James Julius “Jimmy” Knight died Monday, April 26, 2021, in Chattanooga, TN. He was 92. Jimmy was a native of Hinds Co. Mississippi and for the last 25 years made his home in Trenton, GA. He was a loving father and devout Christian who was devoted to his family and his church family. He was a member of the Sand...