Janice Delores Smith, 68, LaFayette

Janice Delores “Granny Red” Smith of LaFayette died Wednesday, February 13, 2013. She was 68.

She was born in Atlanta to the late Earl and Blanche Groover on June 18, 1944.

Survivors include her husband, James Smith; children, Lonnie (Jamie) Delee, Tammy Brown (Adam Nichols) Mitchell, Teresa (Jim) Stanfill and Doug (Cheryl Collins) Shelton; sisters, Joan Kennedy, Lynn Hale and Pat Sipsy; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Stephanie Hulsey, Brandon Hulsey, Brian Delee, Bradley Delee, Cole Hennon, Payton Hennon, Casey Brown, Timmy (Chasitiy) Delee, Todd (Whitney Grooms) Delee, Mitch (Jessica Moss) Delee, Brooke Baxter, Douglas Shelton, Jr., Devinee Shelton, Destiny Shelton, Tristian Riley, Alexis Barnes, Brittany Barnes, Dustin Thrasher, Madison Delee, Taylor Delee, Todd Delee II, Taylor Moss, Jeffrey Keown and Robbie Welcher.

Funeral service: Sunday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Dr. Clay Powell officiating. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 16, from 4-9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. until the funeral hour at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Wilson Funeral Home in honor of Janice Smith.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, LaFayette Chapel.

Christine Jenkins, 77, Chattanooga

Christine Jenkins of Chattanooga died Thursday, February 14, 2013. She was 77.

She has lived in Chattanooga most of her life and was of the Baptist faith.

Funeral service: Monday, Feb. 18, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Sarah’s Chapel Cemetery, Wildwood. Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 17, after 3 p.m. and prior to the service on Monday.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Ft. Oglethorpe.

Kenneth Lavaughn Loggins, 76, LaFayette

Kenneth Lavaughn Loggins of LaFayette died Thursday, February 14, 2013, at his residence. He was 76.

He was a member and deacon at LaFayette First Baptist Church. He taught Sunday School at Cozy Manor for several years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn Loggins and Idell Loggins Copeland; brother, Rev. Harlin Loggins.

Survivors include his wife, Alice Lewis Loggins; daughter, Lynne (Larry) Murkerson of LaFayette; son, Ken (Yvonne) Loggins of Marietta; sister, Bobbie (Dewey) Everett of LaFayette; brother, Don Loggins of Atlanta; three grandsons, Jason Gilstrap, Patrick Loggins, Kevin Loggins; one granddaughter, Kelly Loggins; sister-in-law, Barbara Loggins; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Sunday, Feb. 17, at 3 p.m. at the LaFayette First Baptist Church with Rodney Blaylock and Roger Stansell officiating. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 16, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the LaFayette First Baptist Church.

Pallbearers: Bruce Coker, Dannis Hood, James Ingram, Larry Little, Kim Millican, Max Morrison, Bruce Parrott and Guy Pope. Honorary pallbearers will be Deacons of the LaFayette First Baptist Church.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, LaFayette Chapel.

Wilma G. Watkins, 78, Fort Oglethorpe

Wilma G. Watkins of Fort Oglethorpe died Monday, February 11, 2013, at her home. She was 78.

She was born in DeKalb County, Alabama, to the late William and Rebecca Ramsey, and was a member of Boynton Church of God in Ringgold.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Watkins; and sons, Ricky and Thomas Watkins.

Survivors include her children, Herbert (Patricia) Watkins of Whitwell, Wanda (Roger) Johnson, Lonnie (Sherry) Watkins all of Fort Oglethorpe, Linda (Donny) Chambers of Rossville; brothers, Johnny and Ralph Ramsey of Hixson; grandchildren, Amie Dodson, Keith Watkins, Shane Egeland, Dawn Bowman, Candice Chambers, Amanda Alexander, Daniel Evett; great-grandchildren, Danielle Bowman, Daniel and Dakota Dodson, Lexi Alexander; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Wednesday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. at Chattanooga National Cemetery with Rev. Steve Smith officiating.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.

R.B. Castleberry, 90, Ringgold

R.B. "Jack" Castleberry Ringgold died Tuesday, February 12, 2013. He was 90.

He was born in Rising Fawn to the late John and Sally Castleberry. He served in the U.S. Army in the South Pacific during WWII where he received three Bronze Battle Stars and a Purple Heart along with many other decorations for his service there, and later owned and operated Castleberry Construction Company here in the north Georgia area.

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Rubye Castleberry; seven brothers; and one sister.

Survivors include his children, Raymond Castleberry and Donna Balch, both of Ringgold; siblings, Dot (J.B.) Roach of Fort Oglethorpe, Melba (Jack) Harp of Rossville, Carl Castleberry of Rising Fawn; grandchildren, Michael (Tonya) Castleberry, Scott Balch, Phillip (Lori) Balch, great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Amanda Castleberry, and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to send a special thank you to Chatsworth Healthcare Center for their love and care during this difficult time.

Graveside services: Friday, Feb. 15, at 11:30 a.m. at Chattanooga National Cemetery with Pastor Herman Kapherr officiating. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 14, from 4-9 p.m. and prior to the service Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.

A.C. Johnson, 82, Rossville

A.C. "Red" Johnson of Rossville died Tuesday, February 12, 2013. He was 82.

He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to the late Benjamin and Myrtle Johnson. He retired from Cobble Tufting Machine Company after 30-plus years of service there and he was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include his loving wife of 21 years, Marie Brodie Johnson; children, Debbie Coppinger, Joan Abbott, all of Rossville, Wanda Mitchell, Penny Cordell, both of LaFayette, Tom Brodie of Raleigh, N.C., Larry Brodie of Ringgold; sisters, Gertrude Oliver of Trenton, Louise Coats of Hooker; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Feb. 15, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Jackie Daniels officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 14, from 4-8 p.m. and prior to the service Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.

Furman Gene Raines, 60, Chattanooga

Furman Gene Raines of Chattanooga died Wednesday, February 6, 2013. He was 60.

He touched the hearts of all those around him with his friendship, honesty and love of life.

Survivors include his sons, Eric and Chris; parents, Furman and Reese Raines; mother, Jesse Thompson; and two sisters.

Memorial services: Saturday, Feb. 16, at 3 p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Columbia, S.C.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Phyllis Gail Waters, 54, LaFayette

Phyllis Gail Waters of LaFayette died Friday, February 8, 2013. She was 54.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wayne and Verda Ladd Waters.

She graduated from LaFayette High School in 1976. She has an associate’s degree in business from Dalton State College and worked for Datel Communication in Chickamauga.

Survivors include her sisters, Jimmie Denson, Bobbie Davis, both of LaFayette, Vickie McGlee of Hixon, Dena Ramey of Trion; brothers, Wayne Waters, Walter Waters, and Stevie Waters, all of LaFayette; 11 nieces and four nephews; and several great nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services: Thursday, Feb. 14, at 4 p.m. at the LaFayette First United Methodist Church. Service conducted by Rev. John Moore, and Dr. David Boyle. Burial: Arnold Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Feb. 13, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Marcus Water, Steven Denson, Marcus Denson, Johnathan Denson, and Charles Rennard.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Gerald Zan Perry, Jr., 34, Rossville

Gerald Zan Perry, Jr., of Rossville died Thursday, February 7, 2013. He was 34.

He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia areas and was a member of Green's Lake Road Church of Christ. He was employed with Convergy's Corporation for more than seven years and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He could brighten up any room by just walking in and loved joking around and making people laugh. He was extremely intelligent and loved building computers and was an avid gamer.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Lewis Barbee; grandparents, Howard Zan and Lura Reba Perry and step-grandmother, Johnnie Burns.

Survivors include his loving wife, Shana Perry; daughter, Abbigail Perry both of Rossville; parents, Eddie and Lynn Burns of Dunlap, Tenn.; brothers, Adam Burns of Graysville, Tenn. and Craig Whittle of California; sisters, Amanda Shortt of Chattanooga, Tenn., Samantha Burns of Cleveland, Tenn., and Lynn Murphy of Rossville; nephews, Ethan Chancey, Aaron Butler, Jonah Hood and Zach Shirley; niece, Zoey Butler; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Zeak and Sadie Murphy; grandmother, Dorothy Barbee of Dunlap, Tenn.; grandfather, Roland Burns of Hixson, Tenn., and several other aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Feb. 12, at noon in the funeral home chapel with Minister Reid Perry officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 10, after 4 p.m., all day Monday and prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Homes, Fort Oglethorpe.

Franklyn Sherman Ensley, 83, Ringgold

Franklyn “Jack” Sherman Ensley of Ringgold died Friday, February 8, 2013. He was 83.

A lifelong resident of the Ringgold area, he was a retired employee of Combustion Engineering where he worked for 41 years, was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of New Liberty Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Roy and Hattie Jane Carpenter Ensley; brothers, Lyle, Lee, Crawford and William Roy Jr. Ensley; sisters, Florene Presley and Lila Mae Carlock.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Barbara June Scoggins Ensley of Ringgold; daughter, Charlotte (Melvin) McGuffey of Ringgold; son, Steve (Donna) Ensley of LaFayette; two sisters, Doris (James) Lake and Melba Jean (Bill) Davidson, all of Ringgold; brother, Howard (Mary) Ensley of Ringgold; three grandchildren, Judith Henson, Madeline Ensley and McIver Ensley; great-grandson, Rowdy Henson; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Danny Henson officiating. Burial: Salem Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 10, from 3-8 p.m. and Monday until funeral time at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Wallis-Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.

Vernon Stanley Moore, 68, Ringgold

Vernon Stanley Moore of Ringgold died Friday February 8, 2013. He was 68.

A lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, he was born in LaFayette and graduated from Berry High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he served in Vietnam and worked for Ernest Holmes for over 25 years. While with Ernest Holmes he designed and patented several items. After Holmes closed, he started his own business VMX Service. He loved working on old cars and building hot rods with his son, Stanley. People would call from all around asking for information and parts. He loved to entertain people with stories.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wallace and Claudia West Moore; brother, Sammie Moore; and sister, Sandra Moore.

Survivors include his spouse, Linda Moore of Ringgold; two children, Stanley Moore of Ringgold, and Scarlett Farrow-Bell of Tracy, Calif., three stepsons, William Smith of Crossville, Tenn., Charlie Smith of Florida and Terry Smith of Georgia; sister, Arlene Moore of Ringgold; three brothers, Glynn Moore of Martinez, Mike Moore of Chatsworth, and Tim Moore of Clovis, New Mexico; 12 grandchildren, Courtney Farrow, Patrick Farrow, Stacy Mitchell, Shelbi Smith, Mallory Smith, Garrett Smith, Tara Smith, Kristofer Smith, Zack Smith, Zane Smith, Amber Smith and Megan Smith; one great-granddaughter, one great-great-granddaughter, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Roger Carnes officiating. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 10, from 2-9 p.m., all day Monday and Tuesday until funeral time at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Richard Alan Winkler, 56, LaFayette

Richard Alan Winkler of LaFayette died Friday, February 8, 2013. He was 56.

He had lived in the Chattanooga and north Georgia areas for most of his life and was a member of Community Baptist Church in Rock Spring. He was previously employed with Birmingham Hide and Tallow as a manager and truck driver for more than 26 years and was a member of the Christian Motorcyclist Association. He loved riding motorcycles, spending time with his church family and was a man after God's own heart. He was a loving and devoted husband and father who will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his father, William "Bill" Winkler, and brother, Billy Loveless.

Survivors include his loving wife of more than 27 years, Teresa "Terry" Winkler of LaFayette; mother, Frances Winkler of Ringgold; sons and daughter-in-law, Kreis and (Amanda) Winkler of Chickamauga, and Adam Winkler of LaFayette; brother and sister-in-law, Ron and (Becky) Winkler of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn.; sisters and brother-in-law, Ann and (Randy) Helms of LaFayette and Judy Winkler of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn., and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Feb. 11, at 2 p.m. in the Community Baptist Church in Rock Spring with Bro. Mike Angel officiating. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 9, after 5 p.m., Saturday, all day Sunday and prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements:W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Homes, Fort Oglethorpe.

Buford Lebron Nabors, 71, Signal Mountain

Buford Lebron Nabors of Signal Mountain died Saturday, February 9, 2013, at his residence. He was 71.

He was a native of Rossville and a graduate of Rossville High School. He attended the University of Chattanooga and was retired from Ashland Oil where he served as general manager for 30 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville and was a world traveler and loved to take his “road trips.”

His parents, Clymer and Lorene Crawford Nabors, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his longtime companion and “sweetheart,” Cherie Gilliam of Signal Mountain; brother, Bob (Virginia) Nabors of Ringgold; nieces, Kelly (Bryan) Lawler and Cathy Nabors of Ringgold, and Cindy Nabors of Harrison; nephew, Rob (Darlene) Nabors of Chickamauga; several great-nieces and great-nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Danny Henson officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park with military honors. Visitation: Monday, Feb. 11, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

O’Filan Williams, 82, Rossville

O’Filan Williams of Rossville died Sunday, February 10, 2013. She was 82.

She had lived in the north Georgia area for most of her life and was of the Baptist faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Parker and Myrtle Williams, Sr.; two sisters, Frances Watson and Willie Ellen Bryant; and one brother, Parker T. Williams, Jr.

Survivors include her brother-in-law, James R. Bryant of Rossville; nieces, Tina Bryant of Rossville, and Mitzi (Jim) Edgar of Ringgold; nephew, Tim and Janice Bryant of Chattanooga, Tenn.; and, several nieces and nephews.

Graveside service: Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 10 a.m. in the Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park with Rev. Ron Perry officiating. There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

DF Vanhorn, 75, Trion

DF Vanhorn of Trion died Sunday, February 10, 2013. He was 75.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Mae Vanhorn; sister, Eddie Mae Vanhorn; parents, Dok Robert and Fannie Bell Queen Vanhorn.

Survivors include his daughter, Evelyn (Grady) Brown of Trion; sons, David (Lola) Vanhorn of Trion, and Bobby (Karen) Vanhorn of Gore; sister, Gussie Vanhorn of LaFayette, two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; and, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Thursday, Feb. 14, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service by Rev. Ed Flenner. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, Feb. 12, from 6-9 p.m. and all day Wednesday.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

John Hayes, 92, Chickamauga

John Hayes of Chickamauga died Sunday, February 3, 2013. He was 92.

He was the last of his generation.

Funeral service: Thursday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 7, after noon and until the funeral hour.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Barbara Ann Haire, 79, Rossville

Barbara Ann Haire of Rossville died Monday, February 4, 2013, at her home. She was 79.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Chandler Haire.

Survivors include her children, Diana (Randall) Ford of Harrison, Jackie (Shawn) Rampley of East Brainerd, David Haire of Eton; grandchildren, Dalton, Daniel, Allison, Stephanie, Christina and Trip; and one great-grandchild.

A private burial will be held at a later date.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Rev. J.W. Timms, 81, Rock Spring

Rev. J.W. Timms of Rock Spring died Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at Hutcheson Medical Center in Fort Oglethorpe. He was 81.

He was born on March 11, 1931, son of the late John Arthur and Bulah Shepherd Timms.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Lorene Hamrick Timms; and two brothers, Herbert Timms and Herman Timms. He was a retired Church of God minister. He began his work life at Echota Cotton Mills, and then served as pastor of many churches, including Adairsville Church of God in 1957; Columbus in 1966; Cedartown in 1966; Macon in 1976; LaFayette in 1977; College Street Church of God in Calhoun in 1987; Riverside Church of God in Atlanta in 1989; and he then retired in 1997.

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Connie Timms of Cedartown; his daughter and son-in-law, Trudy and Tony Snider of Rock Spring; two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Linda Timms of Resaca, and Aaron and Carlotta Timms of Calhoun; five sisters, Betty Burton and her husband Charlie of Calhoun, Lucille Hall of Calhoun, Mary Jones and her husband Moody of Calhoun, Hazel Burnette and her husband Eddie of Fayetteville, and Margie Dutton and her husband Kenneth of Calhoun; sister-in-law, Carolyn Timms of Ranger; grandchildren, Laci Hayden and her husband Matt, Chad Timms, Jeremy Glenn and his wife Tara, and Daniel Glenn and his wife Careomy; great-grandchildren, Dylan Hayden, Lindsey Hayden, McKenzie Glenn, Gavin Glenn, and Dawson and Dakota Timms.

Funeral services: Saturday, Feb. 9, at noon from the College Street Church of God in Calhoun with Ministers Delton Harne, Ed Pasley, and Jeremy Singletary officiating. Burial: Greenwood Cemetery in Cedartown with Jerald Eaves conducting the committal service. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 8. after 3 p.m. at the funeral home.

Grandsons and great-grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

An online guestbook is available at: maxbrannonandsons.com.

Arrangements: Max Brannon and Sons Funeral Home, Calhoun.

Kathryn Melvylene Brown, 81, LaFayette

Kathryn “Melb” Melvylene Brown of LaFayette died Tuesday, February 5, 2013. She was 81.

She was retired from the LaFayette City Police Department were she worked for many years as an administrative assistant. She was a member of the Harbor Lights Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. J.R. Brown; father and mother, James, and Diver Bernice Shaw Alsabrook.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and John Allen “Dooley” White of LaFayette; grandchildren, Robert (Christy) White, Amanda White (William) Beyer; great-grandchildren, Jaxon, and Grayson White, all of LaFayette; sister, Jean Wilson; nephew, Rickey Wilson, both of LaFayette; brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Billy and Reba Brown, Rudolph Blanks, all of Alabama, and Sue Brown, of Ringgold; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Friday, Feb. 8, at 11 a.m. at the Harbor Lights Baptist Church. Service conducted by Revs. Jim Powell, and Dale Parker. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 7, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Stacey Meeks, Robbie Tate, Skipper Dunn, Wesley Steele, Johnny Scoggins, and Jason Steadman. Honorary pallbearers: Joe Chambers, Tino Rivera, Mike James, Rev. Marshall Kellett, Sheriff Steve Wilson, Phil Summers, and Kenny Careathers.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Mamie Jewell Bailey, 65, LaFayette

Mamie Jewell Bailey of LaFayette died Sunday, February 3, 2013. She was 65.

She was a member of the Noble Church of God.

Survivors include her husband, Johnny E. Bailey; sons, Jimmy Ware and wife Shelia, Eddie Ware and wife Freda, Stacy Ware and wife Debbie, Chuck Ware and wife Christina, all of LaFayette; grandchildren, Brian, LeKeisha, Ricky and Cody Ware, Destinee Peppers and Jacob painter; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service by Rev. Henry Hampton. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Monday, Feb. 4, from 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Harold Edward Brock, Sr., 77, Chickamauga

Harold Edward Brock, Sr., of Chickamauga died Saturday, February 2, 2013, at his home. He was 77.

He was born in Chickamauga on October 24, 1935, to the late Luetta and Roy Brock. He was a lifelong resident of Chickamauga. He was a 1954 graduate of his beloved Gordon Lee High School. His 56 years in the trucking industry, included 28 years at Lee-Smith of Chattanooga and retiring from his own business in 2011. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and the Good News Sunday School class. He was a member of The American Legion Post 0217 and The Sons of Confederate Veterans.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Sandra; their children, Holly and Jim Cahill of Dadeville, Ala., Tody and Rebecca Brock of Ringgold, Tracy and Atmar Thompson of Chattanooga, Tenn.; brothers, Bo (Shirley) Brock of Chickamauga, Lynn (Sue) Brock of Chickamauga; grandchildren, Emma Cahill, Savannah (Michael) Buchanan, Brendan Cahill, Dusty (Candice) Brock, Raven (Dustin) Tommey, Rob Nolen, Caitlin (Chase) Beavers, Rachel Brock, Reagan Nolen, Riley (Will) Whaley, Laura Thompson; great-grandchildren,: Ethan, Miles and Caroline Brock, Brantly Beavers, Hudson Whaley; neice, Elaine (Jim) Boulton; nephew, Rich (Kathy) Brock.

Funeral services: Monday, Feb. 4, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Rich Brock, Dr. Lee Griggs and Dr. Warren Moorehead officiating. Burial: Chickamauga Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 3, from 1-8 p.m. and an hour prior to the service on Monday.

Pallbearers: Dusty Brock, Rob Nolen, Brendan Cahill, Dustin Tommey, Will Whaley, Brock Boulton and Luke Brock.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Gordon Lee Athletic Department at 105 Lee Circle – Chickamauga, GA 30707.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamauga Chapel, Chickamauga.

James Paul McCutcheon, 78, Rossville

James Paul “JP” McCutcheon of Rossville died Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at his residence. He was 78.

He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia area. He was a United States Air Force veteran and while serving in the Air Force he began his career as a munitions expert. After his service in the military, he owned and operated several local businesses primarily in the used car industry. His passions in life include his family, drag racing, working on all types of vehicles and anything mechanical. He was always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Doris McCutcheon; parents, L.P. and Blanche McCutcheon; sisters, Judy K. Willis and Marjorie Cooper.

Survivors include his wife, June McCutcheon; son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Kelley McCutcheon of Ringgold; stepchildren, Methea Dalton of Chickamauga, Dustin Abbott of Rossville, and Cecil Abbott of Signal Mountain; granddaughter, Piper McCutcheon of Ringgold; brother, Tony McCutcheon of Rocky Face; four sisters, Sharon (Wayne) Connally of Cohutta, Glenda (Jorge) Acosta of Mobile, AL, Myra Murray of Merritt Island, FL, and Renee McCutcheon of Rocky Face; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Saturday, Feb. 9, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Gurney Beard officiating. Burial: Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 8, from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday from 1 p.m. until the funeral hour at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Cora Evelyn Pharr, 75, Resaca

Cora Evelyn Pharr of Resaca died February 6, 2013. She was 75.

She was preceded in death by her son, Joel Pharr.

Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Charles Pharr; two sons, Mike Pharr and Randall Pharr; two sisters, Shirley Keown and Elenora Love; sister-in-law, Judy and Jerry Lowry; mother-in-law, Charlotte Broome; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial service: Monday, Feb. 11, at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 7611 Nashville St., Ringgold. Visitation: Monday, Feb. 11, from 5-6 p.m. at the church. Services given by Brett Behert and grandson Brandon Patterson.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made in her honor to Eastern Star, Chapter 245; c/o Teresa Jones, 207 Mill Lane, Ringgold, GA 30736. Sympathy cards may be mailed to Charles Pharr, 650 Haygood Road, Resaca, GA 30735.

Tommy Gordy, 68, Chickamauga

Tommy Gordy of Chickamauga died Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at his home. He was 68.

He was born in Chickamauga to the late Thomas Chapman Gordy and Mary Alice Foster Gordy. He was a lifelong resident of the northwest Georgia area. He was co-owner of Gordy roofing where he and his brother have roofed for more than 40 years. He was a member of Chattanooga Valley Church of Christ where he had enjoyed serving in the shut-in ministry, taking care of maintenance and any other ministries he could serve in.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Faye Pedigo Gordy; siblings, Sarah Ella Williams, John Thomas Dodd, R.C. Dodd, John Dodd, Argen Dodd, Betty West, Cleve Blevins and Joyce Rogers.

Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-law, Martha Diane and Olin Howie of Chattanooga, Tenn., Tracy Lynn Capps, Tommie Ann Kellogg both of Chickamauga, Donna Kaye and Michael Montgomery of Rossville; sister, Barbara Wilson of Rossville; brother, Larry Gordy of Flintstone; grandchildren, Kayla Leigh ‘Ann Ignacio, John Anthony Bradshaw, Dakota Ryan Bradshaw, Jessie Ray Kellogg, Thomas Virgil Kellogg, Quartell Deshuan Montgomery, Kobe Parks Montgomery, Trey LaBron Montgomery and Dezon Montain Irvin; great-grandchildren, Arianna Isbell Ignacio and Tucker James Hutchins Kellogg.

Funeral services: Saturday, Feb. 9, at noon at Chattanooga Valley Church of Christ with Ministers Peter Wesson and Dick Hillis officiating. Burial: Chattanooga Valley Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 7, from 5-9 p.m. and all day Friday.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel, Chickamauga.

Jo Anne Sheppard, 77, Rossville

Jo Anne Sheppard of Rossville died February 1, 2013. She was 77.

She had lived most of her life in the Rossville area and her passions in life were her family, cooking, and dancing. She was preceded in death by her son, Pete Parsley; grandson, Connor Parsley; and grandmother, “Big Momma.”

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Chris and Ashley Parsley of Rossville; special friend, Bill Banister of Red Bank; grandchildren, Kristina, Hunter, and Tennessa Parsley; and two great-grandchildren.

Memorial services: Sunday, Feb. 3, at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Bob Wilson officiating.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Leon Walker, 69, Ringgold

Leon Walker of Ringgold died Friday, February 1, 2013, with his wife of 35 years by his side. He was 69.

Leon was a lifelong resident of north Georgia and a member of God's family through his Baptist faith. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion, retired from TVA and was a man who loved his big boy toys.

He was preceded in death by his parents, L.M. and Nellie Walker.

Survivors include his wife, Marie Walker; sons, Tony Walker and Todd Walker; brother, Bill Walker; grandsons, Christopher, who was raised by his grandparents and Cody; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Monday, Feb. 4, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ray Dotson officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 2, after 2 p.m. and after 1 p.m. on Sunday and prior to the service on Monday.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Ft. Oglethorpe.

Kelly Ann Cameron Frazier, 44, LaFayette

Kelly Ann Cameron Frazier of LaFayette died Saturday, February 2, 2013. She was 44.

She was preceded in death by her parents, J.W. and Glenda Cameron; and brother, Allen Perry.

Survivors include her husband, Lester Frazier of LaFayette; daughters, Jacqueline Frazier of Flintstone, Jennifer Nerren of Ringgold; son, Joshua Frazier of Chickamauga; stepson, Brandon Frazier of Rossville; sister, Tina Smith of LaFayette; grandchild, Matthew Frazier; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Monday, Feb. 4, at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service conducted by Rev. Terry Colbert. Visitation: Monday, Feb. 4, from 1-4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Michael Byrd, 53, Chickamauga

Michael Byrd “Freebyrd” of Chickamauga died Sunday, February 3, 2013. He was 53.

He was a lifelong resident of north Georgia, was of the Christian faith, and his passions in life were his family, fishing, camping, traveling, and working with his hands on many different projects.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester Byrd, Sr., and Kathleen Byrd; sister, Ruth Ellinger; and brother, Lester Byrd, Jr.

Survivors include his wife, Melodie Byrd; stepchildren, Jessie Doyle and Angel Doyle of Ringgold, Jeromy Smith and Michael Gattie, both of Chickamauga; brothers, Clarence and Artie Byrd, both of Flintstone; sisters, Charlotte Guinn of Chickamauga, Marilyn Davis of Chickamauga, Angela Millican of Flintstone, and Lorene Morris of Flintstone; several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and great nephews.

Graveside services: Friday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. at the Old Lookout Cemetery with Rev. Steve Ellinger and Bro. Chris Millican officiating. Visitation: Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 5-8 p.m. and Thursday from 1-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

William McDonald, 65, Rossville

William "Billy" McDonald of Rossville died Tuesday, February 5, 2013. He was 65.

He was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia areas and was of the Baptist faith. He was a self-employed mechanic for most of his life and will be sadly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Maxine McDonald; and daughter, Sherri McDonald.

Survivors include his daughters and son-in-law, Vicki McDonald Pell of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Jinna McDonald and (Donnie Sorrells) of Rossville; brother and sister-in-law, John "Bobby" and (Connie) McDonald of Rossville; sister and brother-in-law, Sue and (Steve) Forrister of Cedartown; two grandchildren, Sara McDonald and Andy Pell; three great-grandchildren, Amber, Damien and Vega Miller; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jim Bennett officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Thursday, Feb. 7, after 4 p.m. and prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.

Manuel Ruben Canales, 53, Tunnel Hill

Manuel Ruben Canales of Tunnel Hill died Tuesday, February 5, 2013. He was 53.

He had lived in the Cartersville area for most of his life and was of the Baptist faith. His passion in life was his work as a carpenter and he was completely devoted to the job at hand. He had a love for cars, especially corvettes and was a devoted son, father and grandfather, who will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Timoteo "Tim" Canales; grandfather, Manuel Canales and grandmother, Anita Canales.

Survivors include his mother, Frances Canales of Tunnel Hill; children; siblings; grandchildren and numerous extended family.

Services and burial will be private. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 8, from 3-7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Arrangements: the Wallis-Stewart Chapel of Wilson Funeral Homes, Ringgold.

Roy James Windsor, 88, Rossville

Roy James Windsor of Rossville died on Saturday, February 2, 2013, at his residence. He was 88.

He was the son of the late Jerry and Effie Mae Hardeman Windsor. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a WW II veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy. He worked for American Lava, 3M and GE for 35 years, retiring from GE, and enjoyed gardening and going to flea markets. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle.

He was preceded in death by his brother and four sisters.

Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 67 years, Bertia Smith Windsor; son, Larry (Carolyn) Windsor; Sandra (Ardie) Moore, all of Rossville; grandchildren, Eric (Kim) Moore, Aimee Stone, Shawn (Tina) Moore, all of Rossville and Lori (Kevin) Purple, Ringgold; great-grandchildren, Jake, Dylan, Hailee, Nicholas, Ethan, Caroline and Kalyb; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Feb. 4, at 2:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Joel Germany officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 3, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Eric Moore, Shawn Moore, Jake Stone, Dylan Welborn, Kevin Purple and Jason Sammons.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Donald Wayne Brown, 77, Chattanooga

Donald Wayne Brown of Chattanooga, Tenn., died Saturday, January 19, 2013. He was 77.

He was born August 18, 1935, to the late Robert and Arrie Brown in Ringgold. He was a member of Spring Creek Church of God and previously attended Ringgold Church of God where he was a very active member. He retired from Hav-A-Tampa Cigar and Chattanooga Glass Company, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially, camping and cooking out.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Jimmy Ray Brown; sisters, Dorothy Shope, Helen Brown and Julia Haggard; brothers, Bobby, J.C. and Gene Brown.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Louise J. Brown of Chattanooga; son and daughters-in-law, Donnie and Kathy Brown, and Johanna Brown, of Ringgold; four grandchildren, Jason, Jeff and Donald (Kerri) Brown, and Brittany (Wade) Olney; three great-grandchildren, Kaileigh, Kirstyn and Madison Brown and other family and friends.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Mark Smith officiating. Burial: Anderson Memorial Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, Jan. 21, from 3-9 p.m. and 9 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Wallis-Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.

Evelyn Linder Stephens,84, Chattanooga

Evelyn Linder Stephens of Chattanooga died Thursday, January 31, 2013, surrounded by her family. She was 84.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Grady Lee Stephens; her father and mother, Sam and Myrtle Linder; four brothers and three sisters.

A native of Chattanooga, she obtained her associates degree from Edmondson School of Business and worked at TVA for many years. She was previously a member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was then a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She was the #1 Big Orange fan and even met Peyton Manning! She knew no strangers and was loved by all who knew her. Her sense of humor, sharp wit and entertaining skill were second to none. She brightened the day wherever she went.

Survivors include her daughter, Janet and partner Vicki Bond; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Babs, son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Leslie; niece, Anita Robinson and her husband David; four grandchildren, Holley, Miles, Leah and Austin. She is also survived by her sister, Betty Shuster, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services: Tuesday, Feb. 5, at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sterling Jetton officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at http://act.alz.org/goto/eviestephens.

An online guestbook is availablet at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

James Edgar Sampson, Jr., 71 , LaFayette

James Edgar Sampson, Jr., of Rossville died Thursday, January 31, 2013, in a local hospital. He was 77.

A native and lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and Rossville areas, He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had worked in the textile industry for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Hannah Sampson.

Survivors include his daughter, Cindy Sampson Jones of Calhoun; son, Lamar Sampson of Rossville; grandchildren, Tori Jones, Brandon Sampson and Jessica English.

Memorial services: Monday, Feb. 4, at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Minister Don Martin officiating. Visitation: Monday, Feb. 4, from 2 p.m. until the service hour at funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home & Crematory, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Doris E. Hobbs, 80, Trion

Doris E. Hobbs of Trion died Thursday, January 31, 2013, in a local healthcare facility. She was 80.

She was retired from Peterson Hatchery and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed gardening and quilting.

She was receded in death by her husbands, Frank Hobbs and William Cameron; granddaughter, Tiffany Hobbs; parents, Margaret and Hubert McElhaney, Sr.; sister, Elsie Ellison; brother, Hubert McElhaney, Jr., and son-in-law, Joel Meeks.

Survivors include her children, Jimmy Cameron, Barbara Meeks, Judy (Ron) Benschneider, Karen (Tony) Ward, Sharon (Frank) Bright, Terry Cameron, Bobby (Myra) Cameron and Vickey Hobbs; sister, Ruth (Leroy) Cameron; special friend, Neil Murray; 18 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Sunday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Johnny Ellison officiating. Burial: Oak Lawn Cemetery in Bryant, Ala. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 2, from 4-8 p.m. in the funeral home.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Nellie Thomas Smith, 71, LaFayette

Nellie Thomas Smith of LaFayette died Thursday, January 31, 2013. She was 71.

Survivors include her daughters, Judy Bryant of Trion, Jane Brown of LaFayette; sons, Tubby Smith of Trion, Tommy Smith of LaFayette; brothers, Otis Thomas of Rock Spring, Hershel Thomas, Jr., of LaFayette; eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, several great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Monday, Feb. 4, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with service conducted by Rev. Russell Swafford. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 3, from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Johnathan Smith, Rodney Smith, Anthony Bryant, Keaton Stanfield, Marcus Logan, and Mason Smith.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Wilma Bea Thompson Knight, 84, Rossville

Wilma Bea Thompson Knight of Rossville died Friday, February 1, 2013, in a local hospital. She was 84.

She was a former supervisor with Millers Department Store and attended Highland Park Baptist Church. She loved gardening, flowers, cooking and was an avid fisherman.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Ray Thompson; daughter, Marcia Gilbert; son, William Robert “Bobby” Thompson; parents, Dolph and Bessie Marie Burns; and brother, Gurley “Boots” Burns.

Survivors include her husband of 25 years, Ken Knight; children, Wayne (Shelia) Grider, James (Linda Bell) Thompson; four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Feb. 4, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Jamey Eggert officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens South.

Visitation: Sunday, Feb. 3, from 4-8 p.m. and Monday from 11 a.m. until the funeral hour in the funeral home.

Condolences can be sent to lane-southcrestchapel.com.

Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Velma Sue Mullens, 78, Rossville

Velma Sue Mullens of Rossville died Thursday, January 31, 2013. She was 78.

She was born in Dunlap, Tenn., to the late Virgil and Nellie Kerley. She was a member of Rossville Church of God.

She was also preceded in death by her son, Michael Mullens. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Bill Mullens of Rossville; children, Venice Kendrick of Chickamauga, Stanley Mullens of Rossville; daughter-in-law, Donna Mullens of Chickamauga; siblings, Virginia (Larry) Pharr of Arizona, Everette (Debbie) Kerley of Rossville, Avery (Marieta) Kerley of Ringgold; grandchildren, Nicholas, Connor, Corey, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Saturday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Dwight Deal officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens-South. Family will receive friends Friday, Feb. 1, from 4-8 p.m. and prior to the service Saturday at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank the caregivers and friends at Mary and Martha's for their loving care and devotion to Velma and her family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: The National Parkinson Foundation at Parkinson.org or Alzheimer's Association at ALZ.org.

Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral home-Fort Oglethorpe.

Betty Catherine Atkins Mullis, 74, LaFayette

Betty “Rosebud” Catherine Atkins Mullis of LaFayette died Friday, January 25, 2013. She was 74.

She was preceded in death by husband, James W. Mullis; daughter, Betty Sue Goodman; infant son, James W. Mullis, Jr.; sisters, Dorothy Snyder, Annie Mae Copeland, Betty Sue West, and Demple Snyder; parents, Wiley and Viola Carmen Atkins.

Survivors include her sons, James D. Mullis, Sr. and wife Darlene, Rickey L. Mullis and wife Betty, all of LaFayette; brother, Alford Atkins, of Folkston; eleven grandchildren, several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Sunday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service conducted by Rev. David Rayburn. Burial: Center Point Cemetery. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 2, from 6-9 p.m.

Pallbearers: David Owensby, Curtis Frashier, Cliff Frashier, Joey Thornton, Donald Wrape, and Shan Owensby.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Tina Maria Orborne Gribble, 52, Chickamauga

Tina Maria Osborne Chapman Gribble of Chickamauga dieday Wednesday, January 22, 2013. She was 52.

She was born in Chattanooga, Tenn., and had been a lifelong resident of the northwest Georgia and Chattanooga area. She enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren and dog. She was a homemaker and had also worked as a beautician for many years. She was of the Church of God faith and was preceded in death by her brother, Joe “Butch” Cobb.

Survivors include her parents, Eddie and Brenda Cobb Osborne of Chickamauga; husband, Bobby Gribble of Chickamauga; their daughters and sons-in-law, Erica Mashon and Doug Guthrie of Flat Rock, Ala., Tabitha and Kevin Roach of Chickamauga, Shana Welch of Chatsworth; son, Charles Richard Newsom of Stevenson, Ala.; brother and sister-in-law, Eddie and Janie Osborne, Jr. of Rossville; grandchildren, Alexis Mashon Guthrie, Krista Nichole Guthrie, Hailey Newsom, Dakota Roach, Alyssa Newsom, Draven Newsom, JoAnna Newsom, J.J. Robinson, Sadie M. Gribble; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial service: Saturday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Minister Dwight Wilson officiating. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 2, from 1-3 p.m. at the funeral home.

Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity in her memory.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel, Chickamauga.

Billy Douglas Morrison, 78, Chickamauga

Billy Douglas “Cotton” Morrison died Wednesday, January 30, 2013, from natural causes at his home. He was 78.

A life-long resident of Walker County, he was born November 18, 1934, in Chickamauga, the son of the late James Lorence Morrison and Emma Abraham Morrison.

He was preceded in death by all of his siblings, Bennie Robert Morrison, Mabel Morrison Matthews, Mayo Morrison Taylor, James L. Morrison and Roy L. Morrison.

Known as Cotton to his friends and family, he was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church for over 45 years, where he served as a Sunday school teacher, Deacon and Trustee. Known for his love of people, golf, boating and fishing, he was a 1953 graduate of Gordon Lee Memorial High School. He served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1960, acquiring the rank of Specialist 4th Class. In 1987, he retired after 31 years of work as an electrician through I.B.E.W. Local #175. In the 1960s, he was a Boy Scout leader for the Explorers group in Chickamauga. He was a charter member and past president of the Mended Hearts Association, Chattanooga Chapter, as well as a past member, secretary and vice president of the Chickamauga Lions Club. For 10 years, he served as chairman of the annual golf tournament sponsored by the Gordon Lee Memorial High School Alumni Association. In 1999, he and his wife were awarded the Roy Gilstrap Alumni Support Award as Distinguished Alumnus from the Gordon Lee Memorial High School Alumni Association for their years of service to the school.

Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Claudette Johnson Morrison; daughter and son-in-law, Amelia (Jim) Morrison Hipps of Lebanon, Tenn.; and several nieces.

Graveside services: Friday, Feb. 1, at 3 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Cemetery at the Morrison Family Plot in Ascalon, on Lookout Mountain with Dr. Warren Moorhead officiating. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 1, from noon-2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.

Pallbearers: Darren Caldwell, Trey Deck, Don Howard, Ronnie Johnson, LeRoy Matthews, Roy Parrish Jr., Marvin Shelley and David Wood.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to your favorite charity.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel, Chickamauga.