Catherine Vickie "Cathy" Mahaven

Catherine Vickie "Cathy" Mahaven obituary, Knoxville, TN

Catherine Vickie "Cathy" Mahaven

Catherine Mahaven Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bridges Funeral Home on Jun. 3, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Catherine Vickie "Cathy" Mahaven – age 68 of Mascot, TN, passed away on June 2, 2025. Cathy was a life-long resident of Mascot, TN., and a 1975 graduate of Carter High School.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie and Mary Ruth Cole Messer; brothers, R. B. Messer, D. L. Messer and Adron Messer; nephews, Roy Messer, Shane Messer and Mark Messer; and former husband, George Mahaven.
Cathy is survived by her son, Joseph "Joe" Mahaven; sister, Carolyn Stanifer; granddaughter, Chloe Mahaven; brother, Wayne Messer; sister-in-law, Donna Messer; nieces, Mary Johnson, Danta Hurst, Britany Messer and Stephanie Hensley; nephews, Steven Messer and Michael Messer; and former sister-in-law, Donna Boehmer.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bridges Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will follow at 7:00 PM with Pastor Cheryl Curry officiating. Family and friends will meet at 10:45 AM on Thursday at Roseberry Cemetery for a Graveside Service.
Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, 865-523-4999. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Catherine "Cathy", please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Catherine's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Catherine Mahaven's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Catherine Mahaven's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?