Area Obituaries

The family of Joseph “Joey” Anthony Wood, 33, are sad to announce he passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2023. Joseph, also known as Joey to those close to him, was a dedicated father, brother and son. Joseph gained an associated degree in criminal justice and worked in manufacturing for some of his career, which…

Amber Denise Brewer-Lazarez, 35, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Hospice of Chattanooga Care Center after a brave battle with cancer. Amber was a very loving and caring person who never met a stranger. She was a fun-loving young lady who brought joy to those all around her. She was employed…

Ninnie Vee “Tuffy” Morrison, 87, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away peacefully, Saturday, August 19, 2023. Tuffy was born April 12, 1936, to the late Joe and Clara Ashburn in Whitwell, Tennessee. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Tuffy has been a faithful Christian woman her entire adult life and a member of the…

Christopher “Todd” Martin, 53, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Parkridge West. He was a graduate of Sequatchie County High School. He loved woodworking, trading cars and animals. Todd’s children and grandchildren were his pride and joy and he always made sure that everyone else was taken care of. He was…

René Mansfield Long, 67, passed away peacefully Friday afternoon, August 18, 2023. She was preceded in death by her mother, Juanita Mansfield; stepmother, Linda Mansfield;  and brother, Jon Mansfield. She is survived by her father, Jerry Mansfield; children, Jeremy Lankford and Jennifer (Michael) Johnston; siblings, Donna Walker and Steve (Lisa) Mansfield; step-siblings, Kathy Baxter, Jama…

Kenneth “Ken” Ray Green, 69, of  Jasper, Tennessee passed away at his home Thursday, August 17, 2023. He was a loving father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Opal May Green; brother, Glenn Green; sister, Shirley Guffy; father-in-law, Robert Owens; and mother-in-law, Gean Roe. Survivors include his wife Debra…

Avery Barron Clark, 64 of Fort Oglethorpe GA died unexpectedly on August 18, 2023. He was so loved and will be missed by survivors Jay Clark (Susan) of Lafayette, Andree Clark Terry (Dennis) of Athens, GA, Rosa, Blaine (Anastasia) and Rebecca Terry of Atlanta and best friend, Crystal Manz. Avery loved the outdoors and enjoyed…

Gary Wyane Wyatt, Sr., has left this earth to spend Eternity with our Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. Gary was married to Linda Gail Caldwell Wyatt for 25 years until her death in October 2020. Gary was originally from Louisiana, but had been a long-time resident of Tennessee, in particular Smith, Sequatchie…

Sandra Denise Gray Roberts, 45, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Erlanger Medical Center. She was a member of Welch Chapel United Methodist Church, where she served faithfully. Sandra had the voice of an angel and a heart of gold. She sang for many years at the Sequatchie County Cancer Support…

James Darvin Harvey, 81, of Dunlap, Tennessee passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at CHI Memorial Hospital. Darvin attended Daus Baptist Church and was a member of Dunlap Lodge 693 F&A.M. He was a Desert Storm Veteran serving in the United States Army. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Harvey. He is…