Edna Slivka Hoffinger, 88, Ringgold
Edna Slivka Hoffinger of Ringgold died Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at an area hospital. She was 88.
She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty wonderful years of marriage, Warren William Hoffinger.
Survivors include three grateful grandchildren, Leslie (Alayne), Jeffrey (Karen) and Renee (Dennis); six grandchildren, Rab, Jessica, David, Marah, Yosef and Meira; seven great grandchildren, Richard, Isiah, Kyrus, Elias, Otia, Tyree and Zacheus; sister, Harriet; sisters-in-law, Grace and Lorraine; many nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends. She brought joy and love to many lives and is remembered with love.
Memorial service: will be held in Winter Park, Fla. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Ringgold.
Mary Ann Tatham Jackson, 36, Chattanooga
Mary Ann Tatham Jackson of Chattanooga, Tenn., died Thursday April 14, 2011. She was 36.
She liked to be called Carrie and never had a harsh word for anyone. Mary loved her family and friends, but she loved her children more than anything. There is nothing she would not do to help others if she could. She was very creative enjoying arts and crafts and drawing, and she also shared a love of cars with her father, Michael.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Paul C. and Melvina Tatham.
Survivors include her father and stepmother, Michael and Debbie Tatham; daughter, Ronda Axmacher; sons, Michael Axmacher and Daniel Anderson, and uncle, David Tatham, all of Chattanooga, Tenn.
Memorial service: Sunday, April 17, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Visitation: Sunday, April 17, after 1 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service. Online guest book is available at www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Andy Anderson, 85, Rossville
Richard H. “Andy” Anderson Sr. of Rossville, died Thursday, April 14, 2011, in a local hospital surrounded by his family. He was 85.
Andy was a lifelong resident of Rossville and veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church where he taught the young people’s Sunday school class for 33 years.
Andy was preceded in death by parents John and Caroline Anderson, 3 brothers, and 2 sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Bea; sons Rick (Debbie) Anderson of Woodstock and Ronnie (Dale) Anderson of Rossville; brothers, Freddie Joe “Buddy” Anderson of Chattanooga and James W. Anderson of Rossville; grandchildren, Chad Anderson, Eric (Brandi) Anderson and Morgan (Chris) Hight; great-grandchildren, Braxton Anderson and Caden Hight, and several nieces and nephews.
Services: 2 p.m. Sunday at Bible Baptist Church with Revs. Ricky Gravley, James Langston and Roger Dehart officiating. Interment: 10 a.m. Monday at National Cemetery. Visitation: 12-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Visit www.heritagefh.com to share condolences and view the memorial tribute. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.
Posted Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Gary Odell Hogue, 71, LaFayette
Gary Odell Hogue of LaFayette died Monday, April 11, 2011. He was 71.
Survivors include sisters, Marianne (Lee) Robinson, Jane (Ray) Strattan, Susan Hogue English and Marlene Hogue; brothers, Kenneth Hogue and Roy (Leora) Hogue, all of LaFayette; nieces and nephews, Christopher (Staci) Robinson, Diana (Richie) Dye, Terry Strattan Goss, Bobby Strattan, Raymond Strattan, Amy Hogue, Mandy Hogue Hall, Melissa (Michael) Mays, Kenny (Sandra) Hogue, Timmy (Rhonda) Hogue, Bradon (Whitney) English, Jason English and Sean (Amy) English; great-nieces and -nephews, Jacob, Megan and Halie Robinson, Sarah and Anna Dye, Amber Travillion, Kelia Hill, Lonnie Young, Morgan and Kalie Hogue, Jacey Banks, Tanner Mays, Lane and Maddie Hall, Keny Jr., Tyler, Justin, Ryan, Austin, and Derrick Hogue, McCaela and McKenzie Hogue, Landon and Zoie English and Nathaniel, Abby and Ashton English, and great-great-nieces, Maddy and Ella Sailors.
Funeral service: Wednesday, April 13, at 2 p.m. in the chapel with Revs. Bud Martenn and Sam Barrett officiating. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, April 12, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers: Kenny Hogue, Timmy Hogue, Christopher Robinson, Richie Dye, Jacob Robinson and Robert Robinson. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Franklin “Sonny” D. Lewis, 74, Ringgold
Franklin “Sonny” D. Lewis of Ringgold died Tuesday, April 12, 2011, in a local hospital. He was 74.
He was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and was a member of Bibleway Baptist Church. Sonny was the owner of Boynton Auto Cleanup shop for 40 years and worked with H&L Cleaners in Ringgold and Rossville.
He was preceded in death by his two wives, Roberta Emma Palmer Lewis and Ruby Forrester Lewis, and a son, Mark Lewis.
Survivors include daughters, Brenda (Hoyt) Lance and Emma (Greg) Neal; son, Johnny ( Julie) Lewis, all of Ringgold; sisters, Viola Chastain and LaVerne Hughes of Rossville; brothers, Johnny Lewis of Fort Oglethorpe and Sammy Robertson of Ringgold; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Saturday, April 16, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Vincent Estill officiating. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Thursday, April 14, from 5-8 p.m. and from 2-4 and 6-8 Friday, April 15, at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.
Rita Kathleen Medford, 61, Rossville
Rita Kathleen Medford of Rossville died April 11, 2011. She was 61.
She was born in Chickamauga to the late Ernest and Agnes Medford and attended Oakwood Baptist Church.
Survivors include her children, Laura (Willy) VanderWeide, Rebecca Lynn Shaver and Houston (Janet) Edgeman, all of Rossville; siblings, Robert Medford of Cleveland, Tenn., Therese Basham of Chickamauga and Bill Medford of Rossville; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Friday, April 15, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Chickamauga City Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, April 13, after 4 p.m., Thursday, April 14, all day, and prior to service Friday, April 15, at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga.
George “Elgie” Templeton, 62, Rock Spring
George “Elgie” Templeton of Rock Spring died Sunday, April 10, 2011. He was 62.
George was employed with Economy Honda of Chattanooga for more than 30 years. He was an avid outdoor sportsman and made many friends.
He was preceded in death by parents, Elgin and Maybelle Templeton, and three brothers, Charles, Dewey and Darrrell Templeton.
Survivors include a son, Jason (Robin) Templeton; two grandchildren, Chance and Falyn Templeton, all of Rock Spring; sisters, Rachel (Marvin) Williams of LaFayette and Mildred Smith and Alice Templeton, both of Ringgold; brothers, Fred (Laveren) Templeton of Chatsworth, Wayne (Shirley) Templeton of Rossville and Gene (Inge) Templeton of Ringgold, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial service: Friday, April 15, at 2 p.m. in the LaFayette Memory Gardens. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Posted Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Mary Ewton Hickman, 91, East Ridge, Tenn.
Mary Lou Hickman of East Ridge, Tenn., died Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at her residence. She was 91.
She was a member of Cloud Springs Baptist Church and had been a former member of Avondale Baptist Church for 50 years. Mrs. Hickman was the widow of the late Dwight Holmes Hickman.
Survivors include two daughters, Brenda (Paul) Brown of East Ridge, Tenn., and LaRenda (Richard) Hampton of Ft. Oglethorpe; three grandchildren, Kristi (Gary) Thacker, Annette (Eddie) Bryant and Nathan (Tanisha) Gray; seven great-grandchildren, Hunter Johnson, Kelley Thacker, Trinity Gray, Bandon Bryant, Talon Gray, Haven Gray and Brielyn Gray, and niece, Hazel Levi of Nashville, Tenn.
Funeral services: Thursday, April 14, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Randy Franks officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. A special thanks to Hospice of Chattanooga for all their love and care.
Visitaiton: Wednesday, April 13, from 3-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Ft. Oglethorpe.
Posted Monday, April 11, 2011
Donald Junior Cook, 83, Chattanooga, Tenn.
Donald Junior Cook of Chattanooga, Tenn., died Saturday, April 9, 2011. He was 83.
He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area and was of the Baptist faith. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and had retired from Georgia-Pacific as a truck driver in 1992 after more than 20 years of service. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed fishing, and was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mac and Georgia Cook; stepson, Randy Roberson; sister, Mildred Cook, and brother, John Alvin Cook.
Survivors include his loving wife of more than 53 years, Peggy Cook of Chattanooga, Tenn.; sons and daughters-in-law, Donnie (Susie) Cook of Harrison, Tenn., and Mike (Sonya) Cook of East Ridge, Tenn.; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie (James) Johnson of Soddy-Daisy, Tenn.; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and several nephews and one niece.
Funeral services: Wednesday, April 13, at 1 p.m. in the chapel with Rev. James Johnson officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, April 11, from 5-9 p.m., all day Tuesday, April 12, and prior to the service on Wednesday, April 13, at the funeral home. The family would like to give a special thanks to the doctors and staff with Hospice of Chattanooga for their care and concern for Mr. Cook. Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Mary Elizabeth Wise Hall, 56, East Ridge, Tenn.
Mary Elizabeth Wise Hall of East Ridge died Saturday, April 9, 2011, at a local hospital. She was 56.
She was a native of Chicago, Ill., and had lived the past 40 years in the Chattanooga area. She was of the Baptist faith, and she worked for Chattanooga State Community College in continuing education as a test proctor for five years. Her passions in life were her family and friends, whom she enjoyed spending time with and going on vacation. She blessed people’s lives with her singing, and she always extended a helping hand to whoever was in need.
She was preceded in death by her father, William Wise.
Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Rayburn Casey Hall; daughter, Dianne (Johnny) Buckles of Ooltewah; mother, Nettie Louise Wise of Fackler, Ala.; two sisters, Edna Corbitt of Fackler, Ala., and Dimple Ruth Springfield of Trenton; two grandchildren, Jonathon and Courtney Buckles, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Monday, April 11, at 2 p.m. in the South Crest Chapel with Rev. Jim Troyer and Ted Hall officiating. Burial: Lakewood South Memory Gardens. Visitation: Sunday, April 10, from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Mrs. Hall to the Hugs Ministry at Bayside Baptist Church 6100 Tennessee 58 Harrison, Tenn. 37341-9536. Online guest book is available at www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.
Doris Mae Woods Johnson, 86, LaFayette
Doris Mae Woods Johnson of LaFayette died Thursday, April 7, 2011. She was 86.
She was a member of Wood Station A. M. E. Napiers Chapel.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Johnson.
Survivors include her son, Vandell R. Johnson Sr. of Jacksonville, Fla.; stepson, Roger Darden of Kensington; three sisters, Jewell Puryear, Bernice Baker of LaFayette and Hazel Green of Chattanooga, Tenn.; grandchildren, Lavonya (Kenneth) White, Vandell R. Johnson Jr., Doris J. Johnson of Jacksonville, Fla., Hope Sams of Rome, Leslie Darden of Rossville, Bernard (Robin) Darden of Ringgold and Tara (Eric) Gordon of Chattanooga, Tenn.; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Bertha (Phillip) Burse, Mary Ellen Clark and Liz Johnson of Rossville, and nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service: Monday, April 11, at 1 p. m. at New Bethel Christian Fellowship Church, 4009 Round Pond Road, LaFayette with Ken Carson officiating and Michael Rainey as eulogist. Visitation: Monday, April 11, one hour before the service, at the church. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Online guest book is available at www.willisfuneralhomedalton.com. Arrangements: Willis Funeral Home Inc., Dalton.
Gary Lee McDowell, 58, Ringgold
Gary Lee McDowell of Ringgold died Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at a local hospital. He was 58.
He was a lifelong resident of the Ringgold area.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert McDowell.
Survivors include his son, Shon McDowell (Christy) of Cohutta; mother, Sarah McDowell of Ringgold; two sisters, Cathy Stanley of Ringgold and Teresa Carroll of Chatsworth; three brothers, Larry McDowell of Dalton, Danny McDowell of Ringgold and Stanley McDowell of Tunnel Hill; two grandchildren, Eli and Desy Germany, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial service: Thursday, April 14, at 6 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Ringgold.
Linda Ann Leigh Reaves, 67, Ringgold
Linda Ann Leigh Reaves of Ringgold died Friday, April 8, 2011. She was 67.
She was born to the late Bob and Sara Lindsay Leigh in Dalton on Aug. 23, 1943. She worked as a draftsman and was continuing her education at the time of her passing.
Survivors include her aunt, Anne Leigh of Ringgold; uncles, Jack Leigh of Ringgold and Jon Leigh of Chattanooga, Tenn., and several cousins.
Services: private. Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Leonard “Lynn” Franklin Smith Jr., 75, Georgia
Leonard “Lynn” Frankin Smith Jr. died Saturday, April 9, 2011, in a local hospital. He was 75
Mr. Smith was a native and lifelong resident of Georgia and was employed for many years with Seaborn Refrigeration. He was also an excellent carpenter, and enjoyed rebuilding engines, camping and being in the outdoors.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Franklin Smith Sr., and Ora Thankful Born Smith; grandson, Brent Lynn Jackson, and sister, Millie Jane Smith Broome.
Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Ruby K. Smith; daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth Jane and Jeff T. Hellmann, and granddaughter, Kera Amber Hellmann.
Funeral services: Tuesday, April 12, at 1 p.m. in the South Crest Chapel with burial to follow in Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Monday, April 11, from 4–8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.
Dee Townsend, 63, Chattanooga, Tenn.
Dee Townsend of Chattanooga, Tenn., died April 7, 2011, from her battle with cancer. She was 63.
She was a lifelong resident of Lookout Valley area. She was an amazing woman who touched everyone she came across. Dee was of the Baptist faith and loved her family while holding them close to her heart. Dee will be sadly missed.
Dee was preceded in death by her husband, James Townsend, and mother, Mae Quails.
Survivors include her daughter, Janie Townsend; sons, Paul and Jeff Townsend, all of Lookout Valley; father, Roy Quails of Chattanooga, Tenn.; three brothers, Donnie Quails of Ringgold and William and Johnny Quails, both of Chattanooga, Tenn.; sister, Linda Burnett of Chattanooga, Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Glen, Cherish, Eric, Dwight, Timothy, Starla and Brittany, and five great-grandchildren, Dakota, Ian, Alexis, Mia and Bella.
Funeral services: Tuesday, April 12, 2011, at 10:30 am in the Fort Oglethorpe chapel with Rev. Donnie Quails officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, April 11, from 5-9 p.m. and prior to the service Tuesday, April 12, at the funeral home.. Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Posted Friday, April 8, 2011
Charles “Buck” Duane Feagans, 70, Ringgold
Charles “Buck” Duane Feagans of Ringgold died Tuesday, April 5, 2011, at his residence. He was 70.
A lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, he was a former employee of Benny Jackson Ford, where he worked for over 10 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Owen and Ruth Ann Cooper Feagans, and nephew, Wilburn Whaley Jr.
Survivors include his sister, Betty Lynn Hall of Rossville, and two nieces, Connie Weir of Rossville and Karen Lynn Alderman of Ringgold.
Graveside service: Friday, April 8, at noon, at Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Friday, April 8, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Ringgold
Dennis Ray Greeson, 57
Dennis Ray Greeson died Monday, April 4, 2011. He was 57.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Emily Greeson, and grandson, Dylan James Dean.
Survivors include his daughters, Amy Greeson and Katrina Johnson.
Funeral service: Friday, April 8, at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Lillard Stringer at North Whitfield Baptist Church. Burial: Gordy Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Thursday, April 7, from 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.jjonesfuneralhome.com. Arrangements: Jones Funeral Home, Tunnel Hill.
Frances Hughes Wooden, 92, Rossville
Frances Hughes Wooden of Rossville died Wednesday, April 6, 2011. She was 92.
She grew up in Slygo and lived in the Rossville area for most of her life. She was a member of South Rossville Baptist Church and the Rebecca Sunday school class. She was previously employed with the Quaker Oats Company for more than 30 years and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her father, Jesse H. Hughes and her mother, Mae Bennett.
Survivors include her husband, Clarence Wooden; sister, Verneeda Gibbons, both of Rossville; sister-in-law, Martha (Joe) Mathis of Chattanooga, Tenn.; grandson, David (Beth) Perry of Rossville; great-grandson, Lane Perry; niece, Connie Mathis; nephew, Paul (Billie) Wallen, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral service: Friday, April 8, at 1 p.m., in the chapel with Rev. Jeff Daniels officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Thursday, April 7, from 5-8 p.m. and prior to the service on Friday, April 8, at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Posted Thursday, April 7, 2011
Lloyd Allen Ridley, 56, LaFayette
Lloyd Allen Ridley of LaFayette died Tuesday, April 6, 2011. He was 56.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lynn Raines Ridley, and parents, Lloyd Duke and Betty Jean Smith Ridley.
Survivors include his sons, Jamie Ridley and Matthew (Jocelyn) Ridley; sisters, Vicki Ridley, Deborah Cornett and Lisa Smith; brother, Jeff Webb, all of LaFayette; grandchildren, Hunter Ridley, Jordan Ridley, Peyton Ridley, Gracie Ridley, Grayson Ridley and Tyra Marie Ridley; and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral service: Saturday, April 9, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbears: Gregg Rains, Stanley Moore, Dennis Smith, Billy Smith, Brandon Raines and Wade Smith. Interment: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Friday, April 8, from 3-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Martha Jean Woods Wardlaw, 72, LaFayette
Martha Jean Woods Wardlaw of LaFayette died Tuesday, April 5, 2011. She was 72.
Martha was a member of the First United Methodist Church of LaFayette. She was passionate about her faith, family and friendships, and was an accomplished artist.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Guffy” Wardlaw III, and parents, George Samuel and Frances Colloms Woods.
Survivors include her daughter, Kelly Wardlaw Lautner of Ashville, N.C.; sons, Robert A. Wardlaw of Jackson, Miss., and George Woods Wardlaw of LaFayette; sister, Sandra and husband, Don Allen of Chattanooga, Tenn. grandchildren, Jesse Wardlaw, Amber Amason, Chasity Lautner and Megan Wardlaw; great-grandchildren; Mya Jean McDaniel, Andy Amason, Daniel Amason and Christopher Amason, and several nieces and nephews .
Funeral service: First United Methodist Church of LaFayette Friday, April 8, at 1 p.m. with service conducted by Rev. John Moore. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, April 7, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers: Jesse Wardlaw, Donnie Allen, Bobby Allen, Clay Wardlaw, Jeff Butler and David Donaldson. Honorary pallbearers: David Wardlaw, Robert “Buzzy” Law, Norman Fletcher, P.D. Fortune, Poss Parnell, Wimp Pilgrim and Josh Donaldson. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the First United Methodist Church of LaFayette. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Posted Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Edith V. Bryson Headrick, 92, Ringgold
Edith V. Bryson Headrick of Ringgold died Tuesday April 5, 2011, while residing at NHC of Ft. Oglethorpe. She was 92.
A lifelong resident of the Catoosa County area, she was an active member of New Bethel Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, J.T. Headrick; son, Kendall Headrick; daughter, Shelby Headrick; parents, Frank J. and Mary Brown Bryson; sisters, Louise O’Donald, Stella Chambers, Florence Dunson, Rena Helton and Virginia Jo Bryant, and brothers, John L., James, Frank Jr., and Ralph Bryson.
Survivors include her sister, Ruby Lance of Calhoun; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Thursday, April 7, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Don Self officiating. Burial: Anderson Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, April 6, after 6 p.m. and Thursday, April 7, until funeral time at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Ringgold.
Roger Fawn Hale Sr., 89, Rossville
Roger Fawn Hale Sr.of Rossville died Monday, April 4, 2011. He was 89.
He had lived in the Rossville area for most of his life and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lakeview. He was an Army veteran, having served during World War II, and was previously employed with the Volunteer Army Ammunition Plant as well as several other government agencies for more than 38 years. He was a member and past master of the Rossville Masonic Lodge No. 397 and a past district deputy to the grand master for the 7th Masonic District grand lodge of Georgia, F&AM. He received his 50 year Grand Lodge award in 2005 and was also a member and past worthy patron of Pocahontas Chapter No. 165 Order of the Eastern Star. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Nettie Hale; three brothers, Fred, Harry and Herman Hale, and two sisters, Dorothy Elder and Flora Mae Hale.
Survivors include his loving wife of more than 68 years, Opal Kilgore Hale of Rossville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Roger “Sonny” (Elizabeth) Hale Jr. of Petersburg, Va., and Johnny (Gale) Hale of Rossville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Becky (Baker) Hyde of Rossville and Rita (Mark) Brannan of Greeneville, Tenn.; brother, Theodore Hale of St. Petersburg, Fla.; two sisters, Nellie Hickernell of Sarasota, Fla., and Jean Anders of Logansport, Ind.; six grandchildren, Brad Hyde, Jill, Danielle and Chase Hale, Haley Brannan and Alexandra Thompson; special friends, Tom and Sue Gilbert; caregivers, Callie Woody, Carol Newland and Brittany Kuntz, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Thursday, April 7, at 11 a.m. in the Fort Oglethorpe Chapel with Revs. Gurney Beard and Pat Davis officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Wednesday, April 6, after 5 p.m. and prior to the service on Thursday, April 7, at the funeral home. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of Hospice of Chattanooga for their care and concern for Mr. Hale. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga, 4411 Oakwood Drive, Chattanooga, Tenn. 37416 (423) 892-4289. Arrangements: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Robert “Bob” Claude Weir, 64, Ringgold
Robert “Bob” Claude Weir of Ringgold died Tuesday, April 5, 2011, at a local healthcare facility. He was 64.
Robert was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia area and was of the Methodist faith. Mr. Weir was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, having served in the Vietnam era, and was a member of the American Legion Post 95, where he served in the honor guard. He was a graduate of UTC, receiving his B.S. in electrical engineering. Robert retired from EPB after 32 years. He played fast-pitch softball for many years and enjoyed being an official for TSSAA football for 25 years. Recently Robert worked part-time at Sigma Security.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Warner and Doris Weir, and brother, John Weir.
Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Judy Gattis Weir; son, Brad (fiancee Jeanna Tillery) Weir of Baxley; daughter, Stacey Lee of Charlotte, Tenn.; grandson, Robert Bryson Lee; uncle, Tom Colwell of Duluth; aunt, Virginia Roberts of Los Altos, Calif.; several cousins, nieces and nephews and special friends, Todd Lee, Lena and Bailey Flener, Margie and Kelsee Johnson and Rylan and Keegan Castleberry.
Funeral services: Thursday, April 7, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Larry Dial and Lester Norton officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, April 6, from 2-8 p.m., and Thursday, April 7, from 11-1 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to thank Hospice Care Center of East Brainerd for all their care and support. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga, Jones Memorial United Methodist Church, or the National Kidney Foundation. Online guest book is available at www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.
Posted Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Mark Anthony Johnson, 41, Rossville
Mark Anthony Johnson of Rossville died Thursday, March 31, 2011, at his home. He was born in Catoosa County to the late Robert and Shirley Ann Johnson.
Survivors include his siblings, Billy, David and Robert Johnson and Katie Parsons; stepbrother, Alex Long; two stepchildren; two stepgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Jewell Virginia McClung, 82, LaFayette
Jewell Virginia McClung of LaFayette died April 3, 2011. She was 82.
She was a member of the Noble Church of God.
Survivors include her daughters, Irene (Roger) Gray, Nancy (Gary) DeBord and Glenda Chastain, all of LaFayette; sons, Jerry McClung of LaFayette, Bill (Sheila) McClung of Menlo, Roy McClung of LaFayette and Daniel (Amy) McClung of Smyrna, Tenn.; sister, Ollie Grisham of Fort Oglethorpe; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service: Wednesday, April 6, at 3 p.m. with service conducted by Rev. Henry Hampton. Burial: Chattooga Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, April 5, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Billy Jack Walker, 79, Chickamauga
Billy Jack Walker of Chickamauga died Sunday April 3, 2011, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was 79.
He was a resident of Chickamauga, veteran of the U.S. Army and avid fan of the University of Alabama. Mr. Walker was a member of Parkway Baptist Temple. He retired from Combustion Engineering after 35 years, and had been president of the Boilermakers Union. Billy was a member of the Cleveland, Tenn., Elks Lodge.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Peggy Joyce Walker, and son, Jody Walker.
Survivors include his sons, Stephen Walker of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Robert (Melva) Walker of Chickamauga; daughter, Lori (Tom) Walker Boyd of Hixson, Tenn.; grandchildren, Trey (Beth) Davis, Emily Davis, Schuyler Boyd, Matthew, Andrew, Robby (Christina) and Racquel Walker; stepgrandchildren, Brian Boyd, Adam Boyd, Jessica McDonald and Jason McCrary, and great-grandchildren, Isabella Davis, Isabella Walker and Lilah Davis.
Funeral services: Thursday, April 7, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Revs. T.D. Burgess and Sam Burgess officiating. Burial: Burning Bush Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, April 5, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home & Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.
Posted Monday, April 4, 2011
James W. “Red” Carson, 67, Rossville
James W. “Red” Carson of Rossville died Saturday, April 2, 2011. He was 67.
He retired from Combustion Engineering after 30 years of service as a welder and was of the Church of Christ faith. All whom knew him will miss a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and good friend to all. Red was a faithful giver to children’s charities.
He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Carson, and sister, Louise Farrar.
Survivors include his daughter, Cindy (Michael) Scott of Trenton; mother, Jennie Carson of East Ridge; sister, Joyce Carson of East Ridge; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a niece, Jennifer (Toby) Burch.
Private burial: will be held at a later date. Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.
Frances Campbell, 86, Chickamauga
Frances Campbell of Chickamauga died April 1, 2011. She was 86.
She was born to the late Bill and Myrtle Madaris on August 23, 1924 in Chattanooga, Tenn. Mrs. Campbell was a member of Garrett’s Chapel Baptist Church; she retired from Crystal Springs Bleachery after 25 years of service, and she enjoyed gardening.
She was also preceded in death by her son, Stephen Campbell; brothers, Frank and Aubrey Madaris, and sister, Louise Talley.
Survivors include her devoted husband of 69 years, Raymond Campbell of Chickamauga; daughter, Katherine (Junior) Tinker of Ringgold; two grandchildren, Dina Tinker and Greg (Rhonda) Tinker; one great-granddaughter, Lacey (Jeremy) Weathers, and one great-great granddaughter, Maci Tinker.
Funeral services: Monday, April 4, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bill Ingle and David Harris officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Saturday, April 2, from 5-9 p.m. and all day Sunday, April 3, at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, Chickamauga.
Harry Alton Connelly, 68, Ringgold
Harry Alton Connelly of Ringgold died peacefully Friday, April 1, 2011, surrounded by his family. He was 68.
He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former police officer in Hialeah, Fla. Harry retired from Delta Airlines after 30 years of service and attended Graysville United Methodist Church. His favorite vacation destination was Disney World, where a kid can be a kid. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Eugene Connelly and Hazel Williams Connelly, and his brother, Patrick Connelly.
Survivors include his high school sweetheart and his loving and devoted wife of 44 years, Linda Nelson Connelly; son, Michael E. Connelly of Smyrna; daughter, Deborah Connelly Thornton of Dallas; six grandchildren, Ariel, Amber, Autumn, Joey, Linda and Zachary, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Wednesday, April 6, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Kenny Bailey officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that all contributions be made to Graysville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 39, Graysville, Ga. 30726. Visitation: Tuesday, April 5, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.
James Chandler Hess, 62, Rossville
James Chandler Hess of Rossville died on Friday, April 1, 2011. He was 62.
He was the son of the late David and Louise Lemons Hess. James was a proud graduate of the University of Georgia as well as a Bulldog football fan. He received his master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati. James loved to read and watch movies.
Survivors include his sister, Louise (Jeff) Taggart of Rising Fawn; nieces, Betsy Taggart of Trenton and Jennifer Taggart of Rising Fawn, and great-niece, Kendal Garner of Trenton.
Memorial service: Tuesday, April 5, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Visitation: Tuesday, April 5, from 12–2 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.
Justin Troy Lee Hitchcox, 20, Flintstone
Justin Troy Lee Hitchcox of Flintstone died Thursday, March 31, 2011. He was 20.
He was born August 7, 1990, in Fort Oglethorpe, was a member of Lookout Baptist Church, graduated in 2009 from Ridgeland High School, and enjoyed woodwork.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Martha Jane Hitchcox.
Survivors include his loving parents, Joel and Kimberly Gravitt Hitchcox; brother, Matthew Joel Hitchcox, all of Flintstone; paternal grandfather, Olen Edward Hitchcox of Pikeville, Tenn.; maternal grandparents, William and Charlsie Hilburn Gravitt of LaFayette; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services: Tuesday, April 5, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Terry Burns, Eddie Frye, and Ken Conner officiating. Visitaiton: Sunday, April 3, from 3-9 p.m. and all day Monday, April 4, at the funeral home. Burial: Singletary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Lookout Baptist Church at P.O. Box 293 Flintstone, Ga. 30725. Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Nellie June Marie Campbell Johnson, 70, Ringgold
Nellie June Marie Campbell Johnson of Ringgold died Saturday, April 2, 2011. She was 70.
She was born to the late Tom and Mae Campbell in Ringgold on April 18, 1940. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Royal Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening.
She was also preceded in death by her son, Russell Baggett; brothers, Thomas and Leonard Campbell, and sister, Betty Jean Campbell.
Survivors include her husband of 49 years, Gordon Johnson of Ringgold; children, David Baggett of Ringgold, Tommy (Lenora) Johnson of Dalton, Dale (Tracy) Johnson of Ringgold and Donna (Eddie) Mears of Pikeville, Tenn.; sister, Nancy Smith of Rossville; brother, Harold Campbell of Tunnel Hill; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and her best friend of 40 years, Edna Strickland.
Funeral services: Tuesday, April 5, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with David Turner and Bill Gardner officiating. Burial: New Liberty Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, April 4, from 5-9 p.m. and prior to the service Tuesday, April 5, at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Ringgold.
Evelyn Stevens (Haynes) McMurray, 73, Rossville
Evelyn Stevens (Haynes) McMurray of Rossville died Saturday, April 2, 2011. She was 73.
She was born in St. Elmo to the late John Lesley and Lillie Beatrice Haynes, and was preceded in death by her husband, James Robert McMurray, and son, James Robert McMurray Jr.
Evelyn was a past member of East Ridge Church of God.
Survivors include her daughter, Pam Remetta; sister, Betty Danuel, both of Rossville; grandchildren, Michael Remetta and Lee McMurray; two great-grandsons and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Tuesday, April 5, in the chapel with Robbie Jackson officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens-East. Visitation: Monday, April 4, all day, and prior to the service Tuesday, April 5. Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.
Alfred Ervin Mann, 84, Tunnel Hill
Alfred Ervin Mann of Tunnel Hill died Friday, April 1, 2011. He was 84.
Alfred had been pastor of Ridgeway Baptist Church and was a veteran of World War II.
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Bryan McRae; sister, Alma Woody, and brothers, Lionel Mann, Allen Mann and Lester Mann.
Survivors include his wife, Doris Jackson Mann of Tunnel Hill; son and daughter-in-law, Bo and Sharon Mann of Dalton; grandsons, Bartley Eric Mann of Dalton and Gregory Ellis McRae of Chesapeake, Va.; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service: Monday, April 4, at 1 p.m. with service conducted by Rev. John Paul Parker. Burial: West Hill Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, April 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Frank A. Roden Sr., 73, LaFayette
Frank A. Roden Sr., of LaFayette died Saturday, April 2, 2011. He was 73.
Frank served in the U.S. Army from 1959-1961, worked at the Chattanooga-based Ernest Holmes Wrecker Company for 18 years, and retired from Walker County School System after 10 years of service. He and his wife of 54 years, Patsy Jean Roden, had lived in LaFayette for the last 22 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mac and Faye Roden; sisters, Joyce Liska, Bobbie Payne and Betty McCully.
Survivors include his wife, Patsy Jean Rogers Roden of LaFayette; son and daughter-in-law, Andy and Melissa Roden of Rossville; daughter, Pam LeCroy of Rossville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles A. and Adrine Roden of California, M.L. and Cathy Roden of Portland, Ore., and Billie Hall of Ooltewah, Tenn.; grandsons, Kevin and John LeCroy, Drew and Tyler Roden.
Funeral services: Tuesday, April 5, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Darrell O’Neal officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Monday, April 4, from 4-8 p.m. and Tuesday, April 5, from 12–2 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Larue Haws Rhyne
Larue Haws Rhyne died March 30, 2011, at her home on her farm.
She was born Sept. 15, 1927, to David Macoo and Glenna B. Haws in Colonal Juarez, Mexico, where she met and married her sweetheart, Bill Rhyne, while he was stationed there during World War II. They moved to Ringgold in the Keith community in 1965. She enjoyed nature, hiking, the woods, swimming in the lake and most of all she loved to work with her tractor.
She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and her faith was an important part of her life. She was a great source of encouragememt to all of those around her, always pushing them to do more, work harder, be stronger and endure. She is a living legacy to her family and friends.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Johnny Edwards; her son and daughter-in-law, Dallas and Judy Rhyne; her daughter, Kyra Rhyne; her daughter and son-in-law, Jovanna and Bob Gurley; 12 grandchildren, Crystal, Tiffany, Derek, Kimberly, Zachary, Sarah, Hannah, Joshua, Megan, Sydney, Will and Greyson; and 14 great-grandchildren, Joseph, Brynne, Embrie, Savannah, Emily, Madelyn, Polo, Gabriel, Henry, Isabelle, Aaron, Judianne, Scarlett, and Charli.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Rhyne; son, Michael Shane Rhyne, and great-grandson, Gareth Udall.
The family would like to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation for all of the wonderful thoughts, prayers, and sweet care that Lou was given by so many incredible people. You will always have a special place in our hearts. At Lou’s request, a private family service was held and she is now resting next to Bill.
Elsie Mae Vanhorn, 77, Trion
Elsie Mae Vanhorn of Trion died Saturday, April 2, 2011. She was 77.
Survivors include her husband of 52 years, D. F. Vanhorn of Trion; daughter, Evelyn (Grady) Brown of Trion; sons, David (Lola) Vanhorn and Bobby Vanhorn both of Trion; sister, Mary Frances Avins of Summerville; sister-in-law, Gussie Vanhorn; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service: Tuesday, April 5, at 2 p.m. with service conducted by Rev. Henry Hampton. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, April 3, from 6-8 p.m. and Monday, April 4, all day. Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.
Posted Friday, April 1, 2011
Sidney Eugene O’Dell, 85, Fort Oglethorpe
Sidney Eugene O’Dell of Fort Oglethorpe died Wednesday, March 30, 2011. He was 85.
He was born in Chattanooga to the late Major Grant and Ruby Elizabeth O’Dell.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Willie Pearl O’Dell.
Sid served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and retired from Crane Company in Chattanooga after 43 years of service. He was a member of the VFW Post 3679 and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his children, Peggy Downs of Chickamauga and Beverly Blackwell and Pat O’Dell, both of Fort Oglethorpe, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral service: Friday, April 1, at 12:30 p.m. in the chapel with Rev. Bill Proctor officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, March 31, after 3 p.m. and prior to the service Friday, April 1. Arrangements: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.
Larry L. Smith, 48, Chickamauga
Larry L. Smith of Chickamauga died Tuesday, March 29, 2011, at his residence. He was 48.
He was a lifelong resident of Chickamauga, where he graduated from Gordon Lee High School in 1980. He was of the Church of Christ faith.
Survivors include his daughter, Katie Camille Smith Holt (Christopher) of Panama City, Fla.; loving and caring fiancée, Rita Gant of Chickamauga; parents, Nate and Vera Smith of Ft. Oglethorpe; brother, Dale (LeeAnn) Smith of Signal Mountain, Tenn.; nephew, Colin Andrew Smith of Signal Mountain, Tenn., and several aunts and cousins.
Graveside services: Friday, April 1, at 11 a.m. at the Lafayette Memory Gardens with Mark Bigley and Rev. Rick Studdard officiating. Visitation: Thursday, March 31, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online guest book is available at www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.