OBITUARIES

Mar 16, 2026

Mar 12, 2026

Derrick David Wilson, born on September 8, 1991, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2026, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Derrick’s life was marked by a profound hands-on spirit and an infectious warmth that illuminated every room he entered. He was a man who truly found joy in the simple, meaningful moments—whether he was working on cars, especially cherishing the time spent...

Mar 11, 2026

Johnny L. Jeffress, 63, passed away on March 11, 2026 at his home in Rossville, Georgia after a long battle with heart disease and multiple surgeries. During his illness he was cared for with great love and support by his brother-in-law, Jimmy Thomason, his children and Tyler Culver.



Johnny was born on November 1st, 1962 in Chattanooga, Tennessee where he attended East...

Mar 6, 2026

Mar 4, 2026

Feb 28, 2026

**In Loving Memory of Thomas Hutchinson**

Thomas Edward Hutchinson, born on February 3, 1963, left us on February 28, 2026, after a brave and unwavering fight against Renal Cell Carcinoma. His departure has left a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him, yet we take comfort in celebrating his rich life and the love he shared with those...

Feb 20, 2026

Feb 18, 2026

Feb 16, 2026

Carter Barhite-Forever 21-passed away on February 16, 2026, at home In East Ridge TN surrounded by family & friends, this is a reminder that youth is a double-edged sword—blessed with energy and cursed with the belief that one is immortal.

Carter had asprations of becoming an entrepreneur, he planned to take over the world just as soon as he figured out...

Feb 1, 2026

Jan 28, 2026

Mary Louise Tracy Hollifield of Lakeview, GA passed away suddenly on January 28, 2026.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, Robert O. & Pauline Taylor Tracy and her younger brother, Robert O. Tracy Jr.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph L. Hollifield and her five children, H Richard Williams, Barry A. Williams (wife Angela Williams),  Susan M. Smitherman (husband...

Jan 27, 2026

Jan 26, 2026

Jackie Leigh Johnson, born on July 5, 1962, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, departed from this life on January 26, 2026, in her beloved hometown. Her journey was marked by kindness, love, and a profound commitment to her family.

Jackie was a graduate of Central High School, where she began to cultivate the nurturing spirit that would define her throughout her life. As...

Jan 23, 2026

Bobby Eugene Dunn II, affectionately known as Buddy, was born on February 6, 1972, and departed this world suddenly on January 23, 2026, in Rossville, Georgia. He was a beloved member of his family and will be missed my all who knew him. 

Buddy graduated from Ridgeland High School, in 1991. He dedicated many years of his life to his profession,...

Jan 21, 2026

Albert Cager Peters, known affectionately as Junior, journeyed from this world on January 21, 2026, leaving behind a profound legacy of love, kindness, and laughter that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on August 13, 1964, in Athens, Tennessee, he grew up to be a gentle soul whose life was defined by his unwavering...

Jan 16, 2026

Franklin Augustus Poe, a man whose spirit danced through life with a wild energy, was born on May 23, 1938, in Griffin, Georgia. Over the years, his journey through this world shifted from the exuberance of youth to a heart fully devoted to his faith and family. Franklin left us to join the arms of God on January 16, 2026,...

Jan 4, 2026

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we say farewell to Jayden Andrew Bullard, a vibrant spirit who lit up our lives with laughter and love. Born on September 15, 2009, Jayden departed this world far too soon, leaving an indelible mark on all those fortunate enough to know him. He passed away on January 4, 2026, at the tender age...

Dec 1, 2025

Kimberly A. Brogdon, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 1, 2025, in East Ridge, TN. She was born on March 23, 1969, in Hixson, TN, where she touched many lives with her bright smile and infectious laugh.

For over 20 years, Kimberly dedicated herself to her career at Action Enterprises Collision Center, where her strong work...

Nov 19, 2025

Melvin Wesley Daniels, affectionately known by many as “What the Hell Mel,” passed away on November 19, 2025 in Chattanooga, Tennessee at the age of 72. Born on August 4, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri, Mel lived a life as vibrant, unpredictable, and unforgettable as the man himself. He grew up as a military brat, moving more than a dozen...

Oct 24, 2025