Obituaries

Daryl Webster Robinson

Daryl Webster Robinson

Oct 21, 2025

Daryl Webster Robinson, age 76, of Bryant, Alabama, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

A funeral service to celebrate Daryl's life will be held at 2:00 PM EST, on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Bryant Chapel of Moore Funeral Home with Pastor Brad Bridges officiating. Following the service, Daryl will be laid to rest...

Clifford Lawson

Clifford Lawson

Oct 21, 2025

James Clifford Lawson, age 80, of Trenton, GA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at a local care facility.

Clifford worked for many years as a heavy equipment operator, known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his craft. Outside of work, he enjoyed raising mules and spending time outdoors. He was a member of Magby Gap Church...

Reba Chapman Dutton

Reba Chapman Dutton

Oct 19, 2025

Reba Ann Chapman Dutton, age 78, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2025, surrounded by the immense love of her family at her home in Kimball, Tennessee. Her mind and spirit are now free after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia—a fight she met with the same stubborn strength and grace that defined...

Jarrett Moore

Jarrett Moore

Oct 17, 2025

Jarrett Allen Moore, Sr., age 60, of the New Salem Community on Lookout Mountain, passed away at his home on Friday, October 17, 2025.

If you ever met Jarrett, chances are you’ve got a story to tell. He was one of a kind, a true character with a big personality who could make friends anywhere he went. He never met a...

Jerry Reed

Jerry Reed

Oct 6, 2025

 Jerry Allen Reed, 72, of Bryant, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 6, 2025.

Born on April 2, 1953, in Dayton, Tennessee, Jerry was the son of the late Wesley and Elizabeth King Reed. He was the devoted husband of the late Kathy Jenkins Reed.

Jerry is survived by his son, Joshua (Amanda) Reed; daughter, Sheena (Chad) Ellis;...

David "Bobby" Teems

David "Bobby" Teems

Sep 29, 2025

David “Bobby” Ray Teems, 76, of Ringgold, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Bobby was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of faith. He loved the Lord, his family, and his church deeply. A family man through and through, Bobby’s greatest joy in...

Charles Ray Blackstock, Jr.

Charles Ray Blackstock, Jr.

Sep 19, 2025

Charles Ray Blackstock, Jr., age 67, of Chickamauga, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at his home. 

Ray as he was known, was born on November 5, 1957 to Charles Ray and Deanna Hampton Blackstock. Ray was a truck driver for many years with Bobby Fryar Trucking in Chattanooga. Aside from his career in truck driving, Ray enjoyed working on...

Juanita Meeks Blevins

Juanita Meeks Blevins

Sep 19, 2025

Juanita Meeks Blevins, age 81, of Trenton, Georgia, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at her home.

A funeral service to celebrate and honor Juanita's life will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, September 25, 2025 in the Larry Moore Memorial Chapel of Moore Funeral Home with Chaplain Sam Reese officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to...

Pansy Leeann Stone

Pansy Leeann Stone

Sep 18, 2025

Pansy Leeann Stone, age 46, of Menlo, GA, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025.

Pansy was a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She had a heart full of kindness and always found joy in caring for others. A talented cook, Pansy loved preparing meals for her family and sharing her gift around the table. She also enjoyed working in...

Dorothy Faye Buffington

Dorothy Faye Buffington

Sep 17, 2025

Dorothy Faye Buffington, age 90, of Trenton, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Dorothy was born on April 26, 1935, in Fort Payne, Alabama, to the late Irby and Elva Malcomb Oliver. In 1953, she married the love of her life, Kermit Lee Buffington, Sr. Together they shared...

Charlotte Sue Bethune

Charlotte Sue Bethune

Sep 16, 2025

Charlotte Sue Bethune, age 87, of Trenton, GA, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 16, 2025, at her home with her family by her side.

Sue was born on February 19, 1938, to the late Denvil and Helen Reese Daniel. Known for her independence and determination, Sue built a life defined by hard work, strong will, and...

Steve Miller

Steve Miller

Sep 11, 2025

Steve Randall Miller, 72, passed away on September 11, 2025 at his home in Bryant, Alabama.

Steve proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, working as a missile specialist. After the military, he spent many years as a talented diesel mechanic.

Steve lived life big and loved to have a good time. He could often be...

Ken Peter Quercioli

Ken Peter Quercioli

Sep 10, 2025

Ken Peter Quercioli, 63, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. 

A memorial service to celebrate Ken’s life will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel Chattanooga (Youth Sanctuary), 3415 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37409.

Born on September 5, 1962, in Willowick, Ohio, to the late Peter and Marie Quercioli, Ken had made...

Gail McBryar

Gail McBryar

Sep 8, 2025

Remona Gail McBryar, 93, of Trenton, GA, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2025. A lifelong resident of Sand Mountain, Gail was born in Jackson County, AL, on April 11, 1932, to the late Homer and I.B. Hendricks.

Gail married the love of her life, Hershel McBryar, and together they raised three sons. Family was the center of her world,...

Dorthia Smith

Dorthia Smith

Sep 4, 2025

Dorthia Marie “Dot” Smith, age 79, of Higdon, AL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Dorthia was born on November 1, 1945, to the late Oval and Gracie Cagle Higdon. In 1963, she married Harold Smith, and together they shared 54...

Ella Mae Campbell

Ella Mae Campbell

Aug 31, 2025

Ella Mae Campbell, age 89, of Trenton, GA, formerly of Monroe, MI, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

Arrangements are being handled by Merkle Funeral Home in Monroe, Michigan.

To view her full obituary, please visit: https://www.merklefs.com/obituaries/Ella-Mae-Campbell?obId=44872272

John A. Gray Jr

John A. Gray Jr

Aug 28, 2025

John Arthur “Pawpaw” Gray Jr., 79, of Dunlap, TN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at CHI Memorial in Chattanooga while courageously battling cancer.

John proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Vietnam Veteran. Following his service, he dedicated more than 30 years to his career as a yardmaster with Norfolk Southern before retiring in...

Bill Claffey

Bill Claffey

Aug 24, 2025

William Henry “Bill” Claffey, age 81, of Valley Head, AL, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Bill was born on October 27, 1943, in Pleasantville, OH, to the late James and Edna McNulty Claffey. He proudly served in the Army National Guard and later enjoyed a long career with the Baltimore Paper...

Donnie Nichols

Donnie Nichols

Aug 24, 2025

Donnie Sue Nichols, age 69, of Trenton, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025.

Donnie was born on June 15, 1956, along with her twin sister, Connie, to the late A.G. “Jack” and Edna McKaig Moore. She grew up in the New Salem community on Lookout Mountain and later made her home in Trenton, GA, where she lived for...

Brandon Franks

Brandon Franks

Aug 23, 2025

Donald Brandon Franks, 49, of Lookout Mountain, GA, passed away in a tragic automobile accident on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Calhoun, GA. His beloved wife and son, Chesley and Griffin, are currently recovering in a local hospital.

Brandon was much loved by all who knew him. He never met a stranger and will be remembered for his infectious smile, kind...