Clara M. (Cobb) Hale

CLARA M. HALE

Clara M. Hale, 86, of Harrison, Tennessee, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 1, 2026. Born on December 16, 1939, in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of Milton Cobb and Mattie Mae Cobb.  Clara lived a life marked by faith, compassion, and service. She was married to the late Bobby Hale, Sr., and together they built a home filled with love, generosity, and devotion to family. A longtime member of Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church in South Pittsburg, she faithfully served as a choir member and Chaplain for many years. She was also a member of Abba’s House in Hixson, Tennessee.  A dedicated caregiver by nature and by profession, Clara worked for many years as an LPN in South Pittsburg, where she touched countless lives with her gentle spirit and steady hands. Her love for children led her to open her own daycare, Clara’s Kids, where she nurtured little ones with patience and joy. Clara also served as a foster parent for many years, ultimately adopting several children and giving them a loving home.  Clara’s heart for others was evident in everything she did. She never hesitated to help someone in need, offering a meal, a place to stay, or simply a listening ear. Her faith guided her, and her kindness uplifted everyone blessed to know her.  She loved to sing, filling her home and church with music. She enjoyed cooking for family and friends and was especially known for her unforgettable homemade rolls, a treasured favorite among all who tasted them.  Clara’s legacy is one of love, service, and unwavering faith. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family, friends, church community, and all whose lives she touched.

Clara is preceded in death by her father, Milton Cobb; mother, Mattie Mae Cobb; husband, Bobby Hale, Sr.; daughter, Clarice Hale; brother, Milton Cobb, Jr.; and sister, Julia Watkins.

Left to cherish her memories are her sons, Bobby Hale, Jr., John David Hale; daughters, Bernice (Lawrence) McClure, Delia Peterson, Tanya Hale-Brown, Nikita Hale; grandchildren, Ronnie Adams, Timothy Peak, Jonathan Peak, Julee McClure, Rasheed Peterson, Qasim Williams, Zion Hale, Jon Rivers, Jasunni Johnson, Noah Hale, Joshua Hale, Daniel (Julie) Hale, Tyler Hale, Bralyn Stokes, Alyssa Stokes; several great grandchildren; special niece, Ruth Stokes and special nephew, DeWayne Cobb; several other nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Visitation is on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm CST at Tate Funeral Home in Jasper, Tennessee.

Funeral services are on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 1:00 pm CST in the Chapel of Tate Funeral Home in Jasper, Tennessee with Pastor Delia Peterson officiating.

Clara will be laid to rest on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Sequatchie Valley Memorial Gardens in Jasper, Tennessee immediately following the funeral service.

Pallbearers are Kenneth Robinson, Ronnie Adams, Rasheed Peterson, John David Hale, Qasim Williams, and Zion Hale.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Tate Funeral Home, LLC, 950 Mel Dixon Lane, Jasper, Tennessee 37347, 423-942-9500.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tatefh.com.

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