Obituaries

Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries

Maria Cruz Evelia Castillo-Gonzalez

Maria Cruz Evelia Castillo-Gonzalez

Jan 29, 2025

Maria Cruz Evelia Castillo-Gonzalez, 76, of Ringgold, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, January 29, 2025. She was predeceased by her husband, Juan Castillo; daughters, Rosa Martha Castillo, Luz Adriana Castillo; parents, Jesus & Victoria Castillo; brothers & sisters. Survivors include her son, Juan Castillo; daughters, Rosa Martha Areallano, Yolanda Nation, Tamara Castillo, Mercedes (Mario) Garcia, Anali...

Arthur Henry Lutz

Arthur Henry Lutz

Jan 26, 2025

Arthur Henry Lutz, 77, of Chattanooga, TN, passed away peacefully on January 26,2025. Born on June 17, 1947, in Palatine, Illinois, Arthur was a man of steadfast character, generous spirit, and skilled hands. Arthur was a talented carpenter by trade, leaving behind a legacy of craftsmanship that spoke to his dedication and love for his work. A resident of Chattanooga...

Jeannette Ellen Woodcock

Jeannette Ellen Woodcock

Jan 16, 2025

Jeannette Ellen (Potter) Woodcock, 92 On January 16, 2025, with grace, courage and dignity, Jeannette entered into eternal peace. Affectionately known as "Grama." She was born on August 31, 1932, to the late Frank Ellsworth Potter and Dorac (Hawver) Hildreth in Roulette, PA. She was one of eight children and the only girl. She was proud to be raised on...

Walter Edward Rawls

Walter Edward Rawls

Jan 16, 2025

Walter Edward Rawls was born on October 11, 1952, son of Harry and Miriam Rawls. He called Ooltewah, TN his home for the past year being cared for by his sister, Ruth. Walter died peacefully surrounded by his sister and brother-in-law on January 16, 2025, after battling Stage four this past year. Walter grew up in Charleston, South Carolina where...

William Ralph English

William Ralph English

Jan 14, 2025

William Ralph English was born on September 30, 1936, son of Paul and Nelle English. He died peacefully at home on January 14, 2025, after battling Parkinson's disease for many years. Ralph graduated from Grand Canyon College and Westminster Theological Seminary. He served in Korea in the army from 1961-63. He later went back to Korea as a missionary with...

Charles Ferrell Dowdey

Charles Ferrell Dowdey

Jan 10, 2025

Charles Ferrell Dowdey - born in Americus, Georgia on November 8, 1936 to Jefferson Ferrell Dowdy and Grace Jackson. He graduated with honors from Georgia Tech in 1959 with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. He received his Doctorate of Divinity in 2008. He was married to the late Patricia Helton Dowdey for 62 years. He worked for Shell Oil Company...

Gloria Charmaine Shadowens

Gloria Charmaine Shadowens

Dec 31, 2024

Gloria Shadowens, 92, passed away peacefully, on December 31, 2024. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was a Christian for sixty plus years and was a passionate soul winner. Gloria was the beloved widow of Joe L.G. Shadowens and the eldest of eight siblings. A devoted mother, she is survived by her children; Deborah (Herschel) Carlson, Dawn...

William Mcconnico

William Mcconnico

Dec 30, 2024

William Bullifin McConnico, passed away on December 30, 2024, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, after a very long illness. Born on September 17, 1953, in Shreveport, Louisiana, he was the beloved son of the late Susan and John McConnico. Will was a proud graduate of Louisiana State University Shreveport and went on to earn his Master of Divinity (MDiv) from Southwestern Seminary....

Patricia Louise Hubbard

Patricia Louise Hubbard

Dec 27, 2024

Patricia "Patty" Louise Hubbard, 56, of Hixson, Tennessee, went home to be with her Savior, Friday, December 27, 2024. To know her is to love her, which we all did. When cancer became her nemesis a few years ago, she never wavered. Her faith in the Lord and her love for her family always remained strong. She simply kept her...

Barbara Ann Newberry

Barbara Ann Newberry

Dec 22, 2024

Barbara Ann Newberry, 85, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024. No services will be held.

Gary Delbert Stroud

Gary Delbert Stroud

Dec 21, 2024

Gary Delbert Stroud, Sr., 84, of Rocky Face, Georgia, fell asleep in Jesus, Sabbath, December 21, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather , brother and teacher to many. He was an active member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He was predeceased by his, parents. survivors include his wife, Karen Stroud; Joelle (Donald) Wolf; Gary (Shelly) Stroud Jr., grandchildren,...

Verna Lillian Karst

Verna Lillian Karst

Dec 18, 2024

Verna L. Karst (née Moores) Verna L. Karst, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and nurse, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 18, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on November 28, 1942, in North Sydney, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of William and Elizabeth Moores. Verna's life was marked by kindness, service, and love, touching...

Earnest Dean Clark

Earnest Dean Clark

Dec 16, 2024

Ernest Dean Clark was born in Kansas on November 15, 1930. He passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, aged 94, after a fall that left him bedfast for about a week. He was preceded in death by his wife Freda Ross Clark, on April 27, 2024. He outlived parents Earl and Grace Clark and all 5 of his siblings....

Elizabeth Sells

Elizabeth Sells

Dec 13, 2024

Beth Sells, 68, of Jasper, passed away Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3 a.m. in the comfort of her home with family by her side. She was predeceased by her parents, William & Marge Downey; brother, Nill Downey, and aunt, Debbie Morgan. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Billy Sells; fur baby, Luna; brother, Bruce (Lourdes) Downey;...

Bruce "Brownie" Brown Bennett Jr.

Bruce "Brownie" Brown Bennett Jr.

Dec 6, 2024

Bruce Brown "Brownie" Bennett, Jr., 61, went home to his Lord on December 6th, 2024. Born in Chattanooga, Bruce spent most of his life in the city he loved. A talented musician, master luthier, and inventor, Bruce's passion for music began at a young age when he started playing the piano. His love for music became his life's work, leading...

Harold Thomas Daniels

Harold Thomas Daniels

Dec 1, 2024

Thomas Harold Daniels Sr., 86, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on December 1, 2024. Born on March 9, 1938, in Townsend, Tennessee, Harold spent his early years in Powell before settling in Chattanooga, where he built a life rooted in faith and family. Harold was the proud owner and co-owner of H&W Auto Repair for...

Thelma Faye Bingham

Thelma Faye Bingham

Nov 30, 2024

Thelma Faye Bingham, 77 of Chattanooga, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents, Allen and Beulah Davis; brother, R.A. Davis; and sister, Dorothy Manning. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Clyde Bingham; daughter, Tammy (Barry) Aslinger; grandchildren, Lauren Aslinger, Kelsey (Garrett) Hill, and Chloe (Joseph) Martin; great-grandchildren, Eloise Hill, Henry Hill, James Martin and...

Keith Gordon Reiffenstein

Keith Gordon Reiffenstein

Nov 30, 2024

Keith Gordon Reiffenstein, 62, of Ooltewah, TN, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024. He loved to tell jokes and a a talented Mr. Fix-It; he was the one we went to when something was broken. He had a passion for cars and was a talented auto mechanic. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard; parents, Kurt E. &...

Todd Dale Pettit

Todd Dale Pettit

Nov 29, 2024

Todd Dale Pettit, age 63, passed away peacefully at home on November 29, 2024. Born on March 30, 1961, in Lodi, California, Todd was the son of Dale Monroe Pettit and Norma Olga Pettit. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Nancy Pettit; sons Mark Pettit and Luke Pettit (Lauren); grandchildren Kaylie, Benjamin, Eleanor, and Finnley; his sister,...

Rodney Glen White

Rodney Glen White

Nov 25, 2024

Rodney White, 54, of Catoosa County, Georgia, passed away on November 25, 2024, in Erlanger Hospital. He was born February 17, 1970 to Fred Stanton & Wanda Sue White. He lived most of his life in Catoosa County, graduation from Ringgold High School. He was a member of The Church of Christ Faith and worked in the carpet industry. He...

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