Obituaries
Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries
Judy Ann Jones
Feb 9, 2017
Judy Ann Jones, 74, of Ooltewah, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, February 9. She loved God, her husband, her three sons, her daughter-in-law and her granddaughter. Her passions included Pomeranians, Church Missionaries and Projects. She enjoyed homemaking, cooking for her family and her Church. Her passion was caring for children from all walks of life. She loved...
Ben Lee, Jr
Feb 9, 2017
Ben Lee, Jr., 86 of Ooltewah (Snow Hill), passed away on February 9, 2017.
Ben was retired through Millwrights Local Union 1554. He also worked nearly 30 years at Western Union.
He was predeceased by his wife of 44 years, Lois Westbrook Lee; parents, Ben & Nellie Lee, Sr.; sisters, Lorene (Howard) McClain, Gladys (Lightning)...
Sue Ellen Ayers
Feb 7, 2017
Sue Ellen Ayers, of Signal Mountain and wife of Jason D Ayers, passed away on Feb. 7, 2017.
Survived by her son, V Ownby; daughters, Caitanya Ownby & Elisha Core; seven grandchildren; brothers, Larry & Eddie Elliott with many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 11 at 2pm, 3828 Birmingham...
Polly Dean Cook
Feb 6, 2017
Polly Dean Allen Cook, 58, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, February 6, 2017.
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Marilyn Rose Crouch
Feb 5, 2017
Marilyn Rose Wisowaty Crouch, 60, of Estill Springs, Tenn., died Sunday, February 5, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableKenneth Dewayne Cavin
Feb 5, 2017
Kenneth DeWayne Cavin, 64, of Chattanooga, died Sunday, February 5, 2017.
He is survived by a daughter, Sherry Goins; son, Terry Cavin; brother, Howard Cavin; two sisters, Pamela (Kenneth) Headrick and Brenda Norris; four grandchildren, Sarah Goins, Brandon Goins, Alex Cavin and Ashley Cavin and a great-granddaughter, Addie Goins.
A celebration of life will be...
Joseph Harrison Yates Ii
Jan 31, 2017
Joseph Harrison Yates II, 54, of East Ridge, died Tuesday, January 31, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableJune 'Marion' Nentwig
Jan 30, 2017
Marion Nentwig, 88, Signal Mountain, TN, took the hand of Jesus on Monday, January 30. She graduated from Swarthmore College with a master's degree in English Literature. She was active in many local organizations, including Church Women United, the local NAACP and very engaged in the Democratic Party. She was a loving wife, mother & grandmother.
Marion...
John Mcneal Wilson
Jan 25, 2017
John McNeal Wilson, 70, of Chattanooga, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
He graduated from McCallie School and the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. John was a Vietnam Veteran and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents Mark K. Wilson, Jr. and Lois Wilson, and his sister, Mary...
Harley Merritt Edmondson, Jr.
Jan 22, 2017
Harley Merritt Edmondson, Jr., 72, of Chattanooga, died Sunday, January 22, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableAnne Shipley
Jan 17, 2017
Anne Shipley, 80 of Ooltewah, was born a Kosky on January 23rd, 1936. A soft, strong, sincere soul. Part peacemaker, all parent, and always the proudest in the room of the accomplishments of the four children she has guided through life.
Anne was predeceased by her husband, William B. "Toddy" Shipley.
A calming influence of...
Tasia Lynn Pike
Jan 12, 2017
Tasia Lynn Wagner Pike, 65, of Hixson, died Thursday, January 12, 2017.
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A service summary is not availableRoxie Joann Vandergriff
Jan 11, 2017
Roxie JoAnn Vandergriff age of 80, passed away Wednesday January 11, 2017. She was a life long resident of Chattanooga and completely devoted her life to her family. She is predeceased by her husband James E Vandergriff, parents Richard and Pauline Morgan, daughters Debbie Newsome, Brenda Sessoms and Dora Vandergriff. She is survived by sons, and family: Marvin Vandergriff,...
Paul Jewell Vincent
Jan 7, 2017
Paul Jewell Vincent, 77, of Ooltewah, passed away Saturday, January 07, 2017, peacefully at home after a lengthy illness. He was born in Sweetwater, TN on June 2, 1939. He lived most of his life in Chattanooga.
Paul was a 23 year retired Veteran of the United States Air Force. He also worked as a Chattanooga Airport...
Joan Michelle Morrow
Jan 7, 2017
Joan "Shelley" Morrow of the Ringgold/Fort Oglethorpe area, died Saturday the 7th of January at the age of 65.
She is survived by her two sisters, Mary Crabtree and Suzanne Galione; brother, Martin Vandermolen; sons, Jason and Josh Morrow; grandchildren, Austin and Christopher (Melissa) Morrow, Brien Heberer, Christine Greene; great-grandchildren, Olivia Thacker, Paisley Heberer, and Ellie Hall....
Dennis James Grafe
Jan 7, 2017
Dennis James Grafe, 75, of Chattanooga, died Saturday, January 7, 2017.
A light has gone out in Chattanooga, Dennis James Grafe born 7/2/41 in Jersey City, New Jersey left this world Saturday, January 7, 2017. Dennis impacted many lives with his loving, generous, and kind spirit. His creativity, hardworking habits and genuine concern for customers at Grafe...
Elgard Weston Lafferty
Jan 3, 2017
Elgard Weston Lafferty, 29, of Ooltewah, died Tuesday, January 3, 2017.
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Robert Nelson Hibbard
Dec 30, 2016
Robert Nelson Hibbard, 75, of Hixson died Friday, December 30, 2016.
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A service summary is not availablePriscilla Lee Mcneily
Dec 29, 2016
Priscilla Lee McNeily, 91, passed away on Thursday, December 29th, 2016 at The Health Care Center of Standifer Place in Chattanooga, TN. She was born on March 30th, 1925 in Augusta, KY to Raymond A. McNeily and Mary Heartha Heck McNeily.
She grew up on the banks of the Ohio River, during the Great Depression and became...
Kevin Paul Schutz
Dec 26, 2016
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Memorial Gathering Thursday December 29, 2016 3:00 PM St. Thaddaeus 4300 Locksley Lane Chattanooga, TN 37416Obituary Notifications
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