Obituaries – July 3rd Issue
KELLY GILBERT
Kelly David Gilbert, 83, passed away Tuesday, June 25, after a heroic, three year battle with pancreatic cancer. Kelly was born on March 21, 1941, and was raised by his step dad and mother, Ralph and Lucy Thomas.
Kelly was a member and ruling elder at Rock Creek Fellowship on Lookout Mountain, where he faithfully served for over a quarter of a century. Having graduated from Red Bank High School in 1959, Kelly married Lyn Mitchell, the love of his life, in 1967. He went on to start his own appliance repair business that he worked in for over 40 years. Kelly was everyone’s “favorite person” wherever they encountered him – on the job, at church, with his family and friends, on the golf links, or at Neyland Stadium. As a young father, Kelly fostered a literal “backyard community” that all of the neighborhood kids wanted to be a part of, playing countless games of wiffle ball, catch, and two-hand touch football. He was “up” for anything fun and always willing to go along with anything his grandchildren including trips to Europe and Israel, Disney World, beach vacations, UT football games, and more. The most endearing quality of Kelly’s, however, was his personal faith in Jesus Christ.
Kelly was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lyn; and brother, Bob.
Survivors include his children, Paul and Carla, and their spouses, Susan and Tim; grandchildren, Grace (Brandon), Maggie, Jack, Virginia, Alex, and Liam; brother, Zonnie Gilbert; brother-in-law, Ron Mitchell; and sister-in-law, Sara Mitchell Deberry.
Funeral services were Monday, July 1, at Rock Creek Fellowship. Interment was at Mt. Olive Cemetery.
Those who wish to express their condolences and view his memorial tribute can visit www.MooreFHS.com.
Arrangements by Moore Funeral Home in Trenton.
FREIDA HARTLINE
Freida Hartline, 60, of Bryant, Ala., passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024.
She was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church
She was preceded in death by her parents, Buddy Gables and Verna Mae Merciers; husband, Richard Hartline; and sister, Traci Gables.
Survivors include her children, Jeremy (Lora Kirby) Oliver, Higdon Ala., and Joshua (Tiffany) Frisk, of Ider, Ala.; grandchildren, Logan, Hunter, and Brittany Oliver, Issac, Noah, Asher, and Sunday Frisk; brother, Steve Gables; nieces and nephews.
Graveside services are today, July 3, at 11 a.m. at Brown’s Gap Cemetery with Rev. Clay Moreland officiating.
Online condolences may be shared at ryanfuneralhome.net.
Arrangements by Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory, Trenton.
DANNY HUNT, SR.
Danny Lee Hunt Sr., 72, of Trenton, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on June 23, 1952, in Sweetwater, Tenn., to the late V.R. and Lucille Wheat Hunt, Danny later married Elaine Hunt in 1974. For 50 years, they called Chicago, Ill., their home where he dedicated his career to Acme Steel. Following retirement, Danny and Elaine relocated to Trenton to be closer to their loved ones. He was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for hunting and fishing; however, his greatest love was always his family whom he cherished dearly.
In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by his siblings, Elizabeth Ann Anderson, Billy Ray Hunt, and Carl Dennis Hunt.
Danny is survived by his wife, Elaine Wooden Hunt; son, Danny (Stephanie) Lee Hunt Jr.; three grandchildren; nephew, Stephen (Sherry) Anderson; and great-nephew and great-niece, Colin and Katie Anderson.
Funeral services were Friday, June 28, in the Trenton chapel of Moore Funeral Home with Brother Eddie Cantrell officiating. Interment was at Lake Hills Memorial Gardens.
Those who wish to express their condolences and view his memorial tribute can visit www.MooreFHS.com.
Arrangements by Moore Funeral Home in Trenton.
GLENDA KNIGHT
Glenda Faye Knight, 82, of Valley Head, Ala., passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024.
She was the daughter of the late Virgil and Lois Idell Crawford Gore and was of the Baptist faith. She was a loving housewife, homemaker and mother.
Survivors include her daughters, Karen (Russell) Wright of Mentone, Ala., and Kim Street, Valley Head, Ala.; son, Joey Street, Rising Fawn; sister, Nell Jones, Henagar, Ala.; seven grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were Saturday, June 29 at at Sulphur Springs Cemetery with Rev. Kat Reynolds officiating.
Online condolences may be shared at ryanfuneralhome.net.
Arrangements by Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory, Trenton.
SHANNON SHERRILL
Shannon Marie Sherrill, 47, of Chattanooga, Tenn., on June 21, 2024.
Shannon was born July 6, 1976 to Brenda Usry Murray and the late Vinice “Cotton” Sherrill. She had a servant’s heart and loved to help and care for others. Despite losing her eyesight many years ago due to diabetes, Shannon remained determined to assist those in need. Her passion for making bracelets not only showcased her creativity but also served as an inspiration to many. When she was able, Shannon dedicated herself to serving in the Hamilton County Rescue and loved the medical field. She was also a devoted Tennessee Vols fan.
Survivors include her mother, Brenda Murray; boyfriend, Anthony Ragland; sister, Ashley LeAnn Murray; brother, David Shane Brown; nieces, Brailey and Aubrey Workman.
Funeral services were Friday, 28, in the Trenton chapel of Moore Funeral Home. Interment was at Payne Gap Cemetery.
Those who wish to express their condolences and view her memorial tribute can visit www.MooreFHS.com.
Arrangements by Moore Funeral Home in Trenton.
MICHAEL STEVENS
Michael Ray Stevens, 70, of Trenton, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
Michael was retired from Weeks Paving of Chattanooga, Tenn., attended Davis School, and was of the Christian faith.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ben Stevens; mother, Ada Holt Stevens; brothers, Jerome, Kenneth (Debbie), and Allen Gene (Wanda) Stevens.
Survivors include his brothers, Frank (Judy) and Danny (Sue) Stevens; sisters, Helen Daniels, Wilma (Joe) Mobley, Della Ann (Leroy) Stone, and Mona (Burke) McConnell; nieces and nephews.
A special thank you is extended to his nephew, Shannon Reese, for the care given during Michael’s illness. Also, thanks to home health and Hearth Hospice for their excellent care as well.
A graveside service was Friday, June 28, at Poplar Springs Cemetery.
Online expressions may be shared at ryanfuneralhome.net.
Arrangements are by Ryan Funeral Home and Crematory, Trenton.