Obituaries

Chattanooga, Tennessee Obituaries

Joe Lue Gene Shadowens

Joe Lue Gene Shadowens

May 5, 2016

Evangelist and Dr. Joe Lue Gene Shadowens, age 87, died Thursday, May 5, 2016, in his home with his wife Gloria by his side. He went to Heaven to be with his Lord Jesus.

After his salvation in October 1961, he knew the call of God upon his life to enter the ministry of evangelism, attending and...

Wilma J. Brinkmoeller

Wilma J. Brinkmoeller

Apr 22, 2016

Wilma J. Brinkmoeller, 90, of Hixson, died Friday, April 22, 2016.

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William Brady Willerson

William Brady Willerson

Apr 22, 2016

William Brady Willerson, 60, of Ooltewah, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2016. Born in Chattanooga on October 3, 1955, he was predeceased by his parents, J. B. and Ruby Williams Willerson and a brother, William Bill Baily, Jr. all of Ooltewah.

He is survived by a son, William Donovan (Kristina) Willerson; sister, Ann Barker; five grandchildren,...

Edward Lee Szymczak

Edward Lee Szymczak

Apr 21, 2016

Edward Lee "Eddie" Szymczak, 41, of Ooltewah, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, April 21st. He was predeceased by his Loving Father, Frederick Szymczak.

Survivors include his Loving Mother, Donna Szymczak; the Mother of his children, Alana Lawson; daughters, Grace Elizabeth Szymczak, 11 and Ella June Szymczak, 9; sister, Andrea (Jason) Workman; niece, Natalie Lynn...

Eddie 'Buster' Bates, Sr.

Eddie 'Buster' Bates, Sr.

Apr 20, 2016

Eddie Bates, Sr., 64, of Hixson, passed from death unto eternal life at his home on Wednesday, April 20th. He was of the Baptist faith.

He was predeceased by his mother, Georgia Bates; brothers, Charles, Joseph & Freddie, all of Chattanooga.

He is survived by his son, Eddie Jr. (Cursty) of Hixson; daughter, Kasey Bates...

Benjamiin Benade Mcqueen, Jr.

Benjamiin Benade Mcqueen, Jr.

Apr 16, 2016

Benjamin Benade McQueen, 89, of Chattanooga, died Saturday, April 16, 2016.

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Clayton Beal

Clayton Beal

Apr 14, 2016

Clayton Beal, 34, of Chattanooga passed away on Thursday April 14, 2016. He leaves behind his father, Bernard White; stepmother, Jacquelyn White; siblings, Zaid White, Nicole White, and Moses White and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Pastor Anthony Williams will conduct the Memorial Service Tuesday, April 19 at noon in the Greater Missionary Baptist...

Brady Scott Colston

Brady Scott Colston

Apr 13, 2016

Brady Scott Colston, 52, of Cleveland, died Wednesday, April 13, 2016.

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James Elder Defriese, Jr.

James Elder Defriese, Jr.

Apr 13, 2016

James E. DeFriese, Jr. 89, passed away on April 13, 2016. He was born on October 25, 1926 in Chattanooga. He was predeceased by his mother, Lillie Werner; father, James E. DeFriese and sister, Dot Allen.

Survivors include his wife, Jena and daughter, Donna.

He graduated from City High School and attended UTC. He was...

Kim Elaine Ledford

Kim Elaine Ledford

Apr 12, 2016

Kim Elaine Ledford, 53, of Hixson, died Tuesday, April 12, 2016.

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Jose Antonio Rivera

Jose Antonio Rivera

Apr 11, 2016

Jose Antonio Rivera, 85, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, April 11, 2016.

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Pamela Renee Rodgers

Pamela Renee Rodgers

Apr 7, 2016

Pamela Renee Deitch Rodgers went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 7, 2016 after suffering complications from surgery at Carolinas Healthcare System Union in Monroe, NC.

Renee was born in Chattanooga on July 14, 1952 to James Blackburn and Anna Lee Delaney Blackburn. She was adopted by her stepfather, Ike Deitch, Jr. in...

Vicki Jean Willsey

Vicki Jean Willsey

Apr 7, 2016

Vicki Jean Pittman Willsey, 73, of Cleveland, died Thursday, April 7, 2016.

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Sean Patrick Smith

Sean Patrick Smith

Apr 6, 2016

Sean Patrick Smith, 45, of Meridian, Mississippi died Wednesday, April 06, 2016.

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Robert David Wever

Robert David Wever

Apr 2, 2016

Robert David Wever, 81, of Ooltewah, died Saturday, April 2, 2016.

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Judith C. Raskind

Judith C. Raskind

Mar 31, 2016

Judith C. Foster Raskind, 66, of Holley, New York, died Thursday, March 31, 2016.

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Byron Maurice Hunt

Byron Maurice Hunt

Mar 29, 2016

Byron Maurice Hunt, 87, of Chattanooga, died Tuesday, March 29, 2016.

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Cindy Lou Ballew

Cindy Lou Ballew

Mar 26, 2016

Cindy Lou Gordon Ballew, 63, passed away Saturday, March 26, 2016. A native of Memphis, she was a long time resident of Chattanooga where she worked for Olan Mills for almost 30 years.

Survivors include her daughter, Theresa Marie Ballew; son, Joseph Edward Mays and grandchildren Mackenzie, Bella, Addie Ballew. Ean, Knox, and London Mays.

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Sharon Kay Creekmore

Sharon Kay Creekmore

Mar 25, 2016

Sharon Kay (Sellers) Creekmore, 58, of Jellico TN went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2016 in Ooltewah TN. Sharon was the daughter of John L. Sellers Sr. and Ruby G. (Gilburth) Sellers of Jellico TN.

Sharon is survived by daughters, Amanda Boles and husband Gary of Ooltewah TN, and Sarah Creekmore of Ooltewah TN....

Carrie Walker Caldwell

Carrie Walker Caldwell

Mar 20, 2016

Carrie Caldwell, 99, of Chattanooga, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2016.

She was a longtime resident of Atlanta, GA.

She leaves to mourn, grandson, Michael Benning, Sr.; granddaughter, Lauren Farmer; great-grandchildren, Michael Benning, Jr. and Kayla Hayes; daughter-in-law, Annie Farmer all of Chattanooga.

A memorial service will be held at Westview Cemetery. 423-260-5277....

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