Letters to the Editor (5): Thursday, September 21, 2023 | Opinion … – pentictonherald.ca

Weather presenters butcher language EDITOR: To follow on to Messrs Barillaro and Nield… There is one glaring word wrongly spoken by most of our weather presenters on television. — “a cupla days more”— meaning “a couple more days.” And my thoughts on how children start off speaking incorrectly. They don’t listen carefully to what is …

1-Year-Old Boy Shot On Ocoee Street – The Chattanoogan

A one-year-old boy was accidentally shot Monday afternoon in the 2500 block of Ocoee Street. Chattanooga Police located the toddler and rendered first aid until HCEMS arrived. HCEMS then transported the toddler to a local hospital for treatment of a non-life threatening injury. Police were advised that an unsecured firearm discharged, striking the child in …

Crawley, Brenda Sue – The Chattanoogan

Brenda Sue Crawley Brenda Sue Crawley, 75, of Flintstone, Georgia, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, August 19, 2023. She had lived most of her life in Walker County and for over 30 years she was a waitress at Wally’s Restaurant in East Ridge, retiring in 2006. Brenda loved watching soap operas and Yellowstone, …

Matheny, Ronald Douglass “Doug” II – The Chattanoogan

Ronald Douglass “Doug” Matheny II was a loving husband, father, stepfather, Papa B, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He left this world and gained his heavenly wings on August 17, 2023, after a very short battle with cancer. Doug was born on March 8, 1967 in Chattanooga, to Ronald and Vicki Matheny. He graduated from …

Hardaker, Charles (Dalton) – The Chattanoogan

Charles Hardaker Charles Hardaker, age 88, of Dalton, Georgia, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023. He was preceded in death by his son, Stephen Hardaker; parents, Gladys and Merle Hardaker and sister and brother-in-law, Avis Ivey and Ralph Ivey. He was a longtime member of Grove Level Baptist Church and worked in the clothing retail …

Monday, Patricia “Pat” Ann Pelfrey (Evensville) – The Chattanoogan

Patricia Monday Patricia “Pat” Ann Pelfrey Monday, 69, of Evensville, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. She was the daughter of the late Rev. Hubert and Betty (Couch) Pelfrey. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Ronnie Pelfrey, and her sister, Kathy Schuler. Pat lived in …

Skillern, Isaac Hilton – The Chattanoogan

Isaac Hilton Skillern Isaac Hilton Skillern, 52, of Chattanooga, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in a local hospital. He attended Kirkman Technical High School. He was formerly employed by Chattanooga Times-Free Press. Isaac was a member of New Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church where he served a Deacon, sang in the Male Chorus, was …

Governor Lee Appoints Shari Tayloe As 10th Judicial District … – The Chattanoogan

Governor Bill Lee appointed Shari Tayloe as District Attorney General for the 10th Judicial District to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of General Stephen Crump, effective immediately.  “Shari is a dedicated public servant, and I value the significant legal experience she will continue to bring to the 10th Judicial District,” said Governor Lee. “I am pleased to …

Homeless Coalition Makes Director Change – The Chattanoogan

The board of directors of the Chattanooga Regional Homeless Coalition has chosen to end its professional relationship with Mike Smith, who has served as executive director since August, 2022. Effective on Wednesday, Deputy Director Mackenzie Kelly will assume the role of interim executive director. The board will be conducting a thorough operational review of the …

Nelson, Jance Louise – The Chattanoogan

Janice Nelson Janice Lousie Nelson, 75, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, was born December 3, 1947. She passed away August 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Janice was a loving momma, grandmother, and friend. She loved her family and friends. She was a pianist at Riverside Baptist Church for years. She worked at Ladies of Charity …