Area Obituaries

Dwight Cagle Charles Dwight Cagle, 81, of Flat Rock, Ala., passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Born Feb. 19, 1944, to the late Barney and Sally Smith Cagle, Dwight was a devoted family man whose life was marked by love, hard work, and a generous spirit. A lifelong farmer, Dwight was deeply rooted in the…

ANGIE NELSON Sabrina Angela “Angie” Nelson, 68, of Bryant, Ala., passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2025. Born Feb. 28, 1957, Angie was the daughter of the late Milton “Edgie” and Margaret Gray Dotson. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Angie lived a life marked by love and quiet strength. She worked for many…

RITA BURGESS Rita Lynn Burgess, 57, of Trenton, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Rita was born Aug. 10, 1967, in Ft. Oglethorpe to the late Harold and Jackie Prince and attended Chattanooga Christian School. She was of the Baptist faith and was most recently employed with Food Outlet in Trenton. Rita was also preceded…

Marie Conkle Carolyn Marie Conkle, 82, of Bryant, Ala., passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025. Born Nov. 5, 1942, Marie was a kind and caring soul whose warmth touched everyone who knew her. Marie found joy in working in her yard, shopping, traveling, going out to eat, and especially spending time with her great-great-nieces, Ella…

WILLIAM FREE William Thomas “Will” Free, 57, of Henagar, Ala., passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025. Born Dec. 20, 1967, Will lived a simple and meaningful life rooted in love for family, nature, and music. He found joy in the outdoors, whether hunting, fishing, or just soaking in the quiet beauty of the world around…

CHRISTINA BRADFORD Christina Lynn Bradford, 57, of Flat Rock, Ala., passed away April 5, 2025. She was a devoted mother, she dedicated her life to her children, selflessly putting their needs above her own. Her unwavering support and bold advocacy made her a steadfast presence in the lives of those around her. She is preceded…

MICHAEL FRADY Michael Wayne Frady, 67, of Trenton, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Michael enjoyed a fulfilling career, retiring from U.S. Pipe and I.W.G. He was a member of Rising Fawn Methodist Church and honorably served in the Army National Guard. Michael loved attending car shows and rod runs. He was also passionate about…

ANNETTE CRAIG Sarah “Annette” Craig (Steele) passed away Monday, March 10, 2025. She was born April 2, 1943, in Rising Fawn. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend to many.  She was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga, Tenn. Annette was preceded in death by her…

DAVID BROWN David Brown, 65, of Trenton, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025. He was a devoted brother, husband, father, and “Big Daddy.” He spent the last 25 years of his life as the pastor of two local churches, Ascalon Baptist Church and Sulphur Springs Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family and supporting his…

ELIZABETH BROCK Elizabeth Ann Brock, 87, of Wildwood, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Mrs. Brock was a member of the Brown’s Ferry Church of Christ and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Kenneth Brock; father,…