Obituaries – June 11th Issue

STEVE CAYCE

Steven “Steve” Ray Cayce, 74 of Chattanooga, Tenn., passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025.

Steve was born Dec. 21, 1950, in Oneida, Ky. Steve always had an ear for music. He was one of those special people who could pick up an instrument and play it. He went on to use his talents in the music and concert industry. He was the proud owner of Concert and Theatrical Services and Supplies and ran sound and lighting for many concerts and events in the tri-state area.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willard Ray Cayce and Hilda DeBoe Cayce.

Survivors include his daughter, Anna Cayce Smit of Alpharetta; two granddaughters; and brothers, David Cayce and John Paul Cayce of Chattanooga, Tenn.

A Celebration of Life will be July 27 at Cloudland Canyon State Park in the Group Shelter from 2-4 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to bring an instrument and join in a final jam session for Steve.

You are encouraged to share a memory of Steve and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial webpage and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com.

Arrangements by Companion Funeral and Cremation Service of Athens, Tenn.

 

ANDREW SARRELL

Gordon Andrew Sarrell, 64, a resident of Wildwood, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025.

Andrew was born in Costa Mesa, Calif., on June 1, 1960, to the late Don and Cynthia Sarrell of Rising Fawn. He was a 1968 graduate of Dade County High School and worked in the electronics industry for many years. He was also a passionate musician.

He is survived by his brother, Brian (Cathy) Sarrell; nephew, Ethan (Anna) Sarrell; niece, Amelia (Andrew) Shrader; step-son, Michael Cotter.

Online expressions of sympathy may be shared at ryanfuneralhome.net.

A graveside service will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements were entrusted to Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory, Trenton.