Esther Lee Cleven Obituary

The passing of Esther Lee Cleven of Ooltewah, Tennessee leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 23, 2025 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Esther Lee Cleven to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Esther's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She was predeceased by: her husband Colonel Gale "Buck" W. Cleven; and her parents, Dalton Athey and Blanche Athey. She is survived by: her siblings, Dalton H. Athey, II (Charlotte), Dale Athey (Sammy) and Chris Straub; and her niece Bonnie Lee Athey Oyre.