Larry Bates Reed, 86, Flintstone

Larry Bates Reed of Flintstone died Sunday, January 13, 2013. He was 86.

He had lived in the north Georgia area for most of his life and attended Solid Rock Baptist Church. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and was a member of the Iron Workers Union Local #704 for more than 50 years. He had also devoted a lot of his own time playing the role of Santa Claus for more than 12 years for many local schools and businesses within the north Georgia area and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Thomas and Elizabeth Kay Reed; his wife, Virginia Ann Drake Reed; and several siblings.

Survivors include his two sons and daughters-in-law, Larry Allen and (Sandra) Reed and James Thomas and (Vicki) Reed; daughter and son-in-law, Andrea and (John) McDaniel, all of Flintstone; four grandchildren, Angela Garren, Sean McDaniel, Jennifer Reed and Brittney Reed; great-grandson, John William "Jay" Bell; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Thursday, Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bros. Jeff Brown and John Moorehouse officiating. Burial: Forest Hills Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, Jan. 15, after 5 p.m., all day Wednesday and prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home.

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

Mildred Opal Coleman Burnett, 84, Rossville

Mildred Opal Coleman Burnett of Rossville died Sunday, January 13, 2013. She was 84.

She has been a resident of Rossville since 1951, and was a member of Oakwood Baptist Church, Gateway Campus. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister who will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Burnett; parents, Atticus Ray and Lola Williams Coleman; and brother, William Coleman.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Dwayne and Ann Burnett of Chattanooga and David and Leslie Burnett of Birchwood; sister Berthel Moses of Pisgah, Ala.; grandchildren, Adam, Christian and Canaan; great-grandchild, Molly; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Leroy Wilson officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation:. Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 5 to 8 p.m. and prior to the service on Wednesday.

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

Opal Mae Pressley, 86, East Brainerd

Opal Mae Pressley of East Brainerd died on January 11, 2013, at her son’s residence in East Ridge. She was 86.

She was a lifelong resident of Chattanooga where she was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She retired from Rossville Yarns in 2000 with 27 years of service. After her retirement, she worked for America’s Thrift Store for six years. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially working in her yard and gardening. Her passions in life were her family, church, and cooking.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Pressley; daughter, Christine Campbell; daughter-in-law, Shirley Pressley; sisters, Ruby Bidwell and Lela Pressley; and brother, Charles Cranfield.

Survivors include her son, David Pressley of East Ridge; sisters, Betty Hubbard of Oak Ridge, Tenn., and Wilma Pressley of Rossville; seven grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Jan. 14, at 3 p.m. in funeral home chapel with Rev. Marvin Fowler officiating. Burial: Lakewood South Memory Gardens. Visitation: Sunday, Jan. 13, from 4-8 p.m. and Monday from noon 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.

Daniel Ray Cavin, 54, Ringgold

Daniel Ray Cavin of Ringgold died Monday, January 7, 2013. He was 54.

He had lived in the Ringgold area for most of his life and was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Betty Cavin.

Survivors include his son, Robert Cavin of Ooltewah, Tenn.; sister, Eva Darlene Gutshall of Ringgold; grandson, Robert Hugh OLee Cavin; and nephew, Stephen Gutshall, Jr.

Services will be private and there will be no visitation at the funeral home.

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

Fred Karnes, 79, Rossville

Fred Karnes of Rossville died Friday, January 11, 2013, in a local hospital. He was 79.

He was a native of the Kankakee Bradley area in Illinois and had lived in the Rossville area for 40 years. He played bass guitar with the County Travelers Band. Passions of his life include country music, playing his guitar, family and his dogs "Little Girl" and "Minnie."

He was preceded in death by his son, Eddie Karnes; parents, Lemuel and Violet Karnes; and several brothers and sisters.

Survivors include his children, Yvonne Karnes of Indiana, Freddy Joe Karnes of Illinois, Daniel Karnes of Ohio, and Betty Jean Hair of Florida; ex-wife and caregiver, Anna Mae Karnes; ex-wife, Shirley Gillespie; brothers and sisters, Edward Karnes of Alabama, Alfred Karnes of Washington, Joyce Delvany of Arkansas, Jean McDowell, Janice Karnes, and Conrad Karnes, all of Illinois; six grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at a later date.

An online guest book 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.

Clara Jo Seay Sehorne, 87, Ooltewah

Clara Jo Seay Sehorne of Ooltewah died Saturday, January 12, 2013. She was 87.

She had lived in the Rossville area for most of her life and was a member of Hilltop Baptist Church in Ooltewah, Tenn. She was previously employed with Tic Toc Restaurant for more than 40 years as a waitress and enjoyed fishing, camping and water skiing. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Moses Seay and Mary Louise Roach Seay; husband, Byron "Cal" Sehorne; son, Terrell Ramage, Jr.; great-grandson, Steven Tyler Haley; and several siblings.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and (Steve) Haley of Ooltewah, Tenn.; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and (Pat) Ramage of Nashville, Tenn.; step-children, Linda and (Mike) Weathers and Dina and (Dwight) Jones all of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Max and (Glenda) Sehorne; sister, Ethel Boggs of California; eight grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 12:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jack Rinks officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Jan. 13, after 5 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 & Sons Funeral Homes, Fort Oglethorpe.

Imogene Scruggs Weaver, 83, Ringgold

Imogene Scruggs Weaver of Ringgold died Sunday, January 13, 2013. She was 83.

She had lived in the north Georgia area for most of her life and was a member of West Park Baptist Church. She absolutely adored children and was Granny to everyone she met. She enjoyed life, spending time with her family, as well as fishing, gardening, attending church and going to the beach. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Weaver; great-grandson, Ryan Campbell; and several siblings.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Roy Dale and (Kristy) Scruggs of Ringgold; chosen daughter in her heart and husband, Kay and (Gary) Magin of Rossville; brothers and sister-in-law, Frank and (Sarah) Williams and Robert Williams, all of Rising Fawn; grandchildren, Misty Scruggs, Jereme Scruggs, Joey Scruggs, Jonathan Scruggs, Chanel and (Andy) Touchstone, Angel Dobbins, Lee and (Carrie) Sutton, DeAnna and (David) Caronna, Brandon and (Brittany) Callahan, Shane Magin and Gary Magin; several great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 2:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. David Taylor officiating. Burial: will be held at 4:30 p.m. in Hanna Cemetery in Rising Fawn. Visitation: Monday, Jan. 14, after 2 p.m. and prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice of Chattanooga for their care and concern for Mrs. Weaver.

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

Lewis H. Catlett, 93, Tunnel Hill

Lewis H. Catlett of Tunnel Hill died Sunday, January 13, 2013, in National Healthcare Center in Rossville. He was 93.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Simmie Langford Catlett and Arrie Bell Catlett; brothers, Tom Catlett, Bob Catlett, Wilbur Catlett, Leo Catlett; sisters, Eunice Wiatt, Eugina Biggs, Mary Shaw, Eleanor Shaw, Kathline Catlett, Gertrude Smith; wife, Aldena Cummings Catlett; son, Harold Langford Catlett; and infant twin sons.

Survivors include a son Larry Catlett; a daughter Gloria Catlett Luffman; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Herman Ledbetter officiating. Burial: Ebeneezer Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: jjonesfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill.

Nathan L. York, 39, Rossville

Nathan L. York of Rossville died Tuesday, January 8, 2013, in a local hospital. He was 39.

He was a 1991 graduate of Ridgeland High School, received his B.A. degree from Mercer University, his master’s from Ole Miss and was in the process of receiving his doctorate degree. He was a French professor at Rice University and taught English in Lyon, France, for several years. He was inspired to teach French from his teacher, Ms. Hull. He attended the Fort Oglethorpe Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses and had a passion for God, writing poetry, learning and teaching.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy York; grandmother, Janie Louise Brown; and infant twin sisters, Jennie Lynn and Sue Ann York.

Survivors include his mother, Rebecca York of Rossville; half-brothers, Paul and Mark York; paternal grandparents, Harley and Corrinne York; aunts and uncles, Linda, Tommy, and Wanda York, Carl and Billie Foster, Kathryn and Kenneth Christopher, Teresa Phillips, Juanita Tracy, Jean and Jr. Osborne, Kenneth and Janice Shrader, Alford and Gean Phillips, Jessie and Cynthia Phillips; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services: Friday, Jan. 11, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastors Terry Phillips and Raymond Blevins officiating. Burial: Payne’s Gap Cemetery, Flat Rock, Alabama. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 10, from 3-8 p.m. and Friday from 11 a.m. until the service 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.

John Hammond, 59, Ringgold

John “J.T.” Hammond of Ringgold died Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at his residence. He was 59.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmo and Margaret Floyd Hammond.

Survivors include his wife, Denise Hammond; daughter, Meredith; stepchildren, Larissa Thompson of Austrailia, Telela Bowman and Cameron Blankenship; brother, Stephen (Renae) Hammond of Norfolk, Va.; sisters, Ann Sander of Charleston, S.C., Peggie (Bob) Rogers of Harrison, Tenn. and Catherine Trina (Ian) McLeod of Signal Mountain, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Annaliese, Telelah, Slade, Max, Dylan and Memphis; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Saturday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bob Rogers officiating. Visitation: Friday, Jan. 11, from 4-8 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.

Cleo Frances Weathers Knipp, 88, Chickamauga

Cleo Frances Weathers Knipp of Chickamauga died Friday, January 11, 2013. She was 88.

She was born to the late William O. and Hartie Tinker Weathers in LaFayette on January 3, 1925. She attended Victory Tabernacle of Praise in LaFayette.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Knipp; 15 brothers and sisters; and one stepson, Roy Knipp.

Survivors include two stepchildren, Allen Knipp and Mary Bartrum; six grandchildren, several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m. at Victory Tabernacle of Praise with Pastor Chris Spears and Bro. Jay Brock officiating. Burial: Chickamauga City Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Jan. 13, from noon-9 p.m., and Monday from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. at the funeral home and Tuesday from noon-2 p.m. at Victory Tabernacle of Praise.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – LaFayette Chapel.

An online guestbook is availablet at: wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: Wilson Funeral Homes-LaFayette Chapel.

Mary Ruth Gooch Barnes, 90, Rossville

Mary Ruth Gooch Barnes died Tuesday, January 8, 2013. She was 90.

She was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church. She enjoyed playing Bingo and loved flowers and gardening. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Isaac and Florence Boss; her first husband, William Kendrick; second husband, James Guy Gooch; last husband, Robert "Bob" Barnes; daughter, Billie Sandra Coppinger; stepson, Lamar Barnes; and two sisters, Ara Ellis and Thelma Swanson.

Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia Howard (Cliff) of Rossville, and Judy Jackson Allison (Jesse) of Chickamauga; son, James Leon Gooch of Rossville; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Jan. 11, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. John Underwood, Dr. Warren Moorhead and Rev. Jackie Swanson officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 10, after 1 p.m. and prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

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

Oscar Joseph Tipton, Jr., 86, Ringgold

Oscar Joseph Tipton Jr. of Ringgold died Wednesday, January 9, 2013. He was 86.

He was born to the late Oscar J. and Cora Hall Tipton in DeKalb County, Ala., on December 1, 1926. He retired from Rossville Yarn, was a 20-year member of Joyful Sound Church, a bell ringer for the Salvation Army and participated in the moving of the John Ross House in Rossville, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

He was also preceded in death by his wife, Nettie Ott Tipton; children, J. M. Ott and Marie Walker; two brothers and one sister.

Survivors include his children, Carolyn (Larry) Blake, Evelyn (Jack) Young, Mary (Lonnie) Walker, Alice (James) Barker, Henry and Kenneth Ott, Brother, Johnny Tipton; grandchildren, Donnie (Wendy) Eaton, Angel Blake, Barbara Holloway, Larry Ott, Marsha Phillips, Deborah Hale, Teresa Zendejas, Tammy Quinn, Lamar and Kenneth Walker, Joel Barker, Kenneth Ott Jr., Renee McDaniel, Donna Weaver, Brenda Hale, Sandy Elliott, Justin and Wendy Ott; and several great-grandchildren.

Funeral service: Saturday, Jan. 12, at noon in the funeral home chapel.

Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 10, from 4-9 p.m., Friday, Jan. 11, from 9 a.m.– 9 p.m., and prior to the service Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Wilson Funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

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

Barbara J. Black, 64, Tunnel Hill

Barbara J. Black of Tunnel Hill died January 9, 2013, after a long illness. She was 64.

She succumbed to the dreaded disease of A.L.S. By profession she was a master barber and medical secretary who possessed a heart of gold.

Survivors include her loving husband of 48 years, James "Cotton" Black; children, Tim (Brenda) Black of Tunnel Hill, Nath (Vickie) Black of Dalton, Gina (Dale) Adams of Ringgold; she was a proud grandparent of six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. She was also survived by her sisters, Caro-lyn, Martha, and Brenda of New Jersey, and Joyce of Florida.

Many heartfelt thanks to Hamilton Hospice folks of Dalton for their unwavering support during our most difficult journey.

Funeral service: Saturday, Jan. 12, at 11:30 a.m. in the chapel with Revs. Roy Gentry and Dick Neeley officiating. Visitation: Friday, Jan. 11, from 5:30-8 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial: Monday, Jan. 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Arrangements: the Wallis-Stewart Chapel of Wilson Funeral Homes in Ringgold.

Eva Dill Owens, 79, LaFayette

Eva Dill Owens of LaFayette died Thursday, December 27, 2012. She was 79.

She was preceded in death by husband, Charles Owens.

Survivors include her daughter, Debbie (Bill) George of Lawrenceville; son, Dennis (Ann) Dill of LaFayette; sister, Ingrid Gabel of York, Neb.; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 2, from noon-1 p.m at the funeral home. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Robin Sanders, 51, Chattanooga

Robin Sanders of Chattanooga died Tuesday, December 25, 2012. She was 51.

She was preceded in death by brother, Roy Alan Sanders; and mother, Jodie Sanders.

Survivors include her daughters, Samantha Alley, of N.C., Stephanie Coon, and Angela Reeves, both of New Mexico; sons, Chris Moreland, of New Mexico, and Dalton Moreland of Tenn.; sisters, Donna Strini, of Ooltewah Tenn., Lisa Bardwell of Rome; brother, Ricky Sanders of Chattanooga; grandchildren, Mickayla Alley, Alex Napper, and Isaiah Alley; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Thursday, Dec. 27, at 2 p.m. Service conducted by Rev. Tony Meeler. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Dec. 26, from 6-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ronald McDonald House or a Charity to help Prevent Domestic Violence of your choice.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Barbara Lee Schulties Wallace, 78, Rossville

Barbara Lee Schulties Wallace of Rossville died Friday, January 4, 2013. She was 78.

She was born to the late John and Bessie Henson Schulties in Knoxville, Tenn., on March 29, 1934. She was of the Catholic faith and she retired from Dupont.

She also was preceded in death by her sister, Ruth Foust.

Survivors include her son, John Floyd Wallace, and his wife Elaine of Conyers; sister, Nina Schulties of Chattanooga; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Saturday, Jan. 26, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Visitation: Saturday, Jan. 26, from 1-2 p.m. in the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

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

Granville Curtis Daniel, 76, Rossville

Granville “Easy” Curtis Daniel of Rossville died Saturday, January 5, 2013. He was 76.

He was born in Rossville to the late Gus and Rachel Daniel. He drove trucks for Dalton Paving, McDowell Materials and was owner/operator of Daniel Trucking. He was a born-again Christian and was a member of South Rossville Baptist Church where he drove the church bus for 37 years.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Louise Brannon Daniel of Rossville; children, Curtis (Sherry) Daniel, Jr. of Chickamauga, Regina Daniel of Fort Oglethorpe, Nathaniel Gainer of Ringgold, Cody Daniel Cunningham of Rossville, Meagan Cunningham of Chickamauga; siblings, Randall Daniel of Rossville, Bobbie Jean Harris of Bryant, Ala.; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Monday, Jan. 7, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jeff Daniels officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Sunday, Jan. 6, from 2-9 p.m. and prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and/or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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

Dora Jean Cook, 54, Chickamauga

Dora Jean “Jeannie” Cook of Chickamauga died Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was 54.

Survivors include her daughter, Starr Dean of LaFayette; sisters, Frosty Wooten of LaFayette, Roxanne Ogles of Ala., Nina Ruth Cook of Trion, Jackie Rogers of LaFayette; brothers, Marty Cook of Villanow, Bubba Cook of Chickamauga, Bill Cook of Ringgold, Johnny Cook of Chickamauga, Ralph Cook of LaFayette, James Cook of Ressacca; two grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Sunday, Jan. 6, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service conducted by Rev. Marshall Kellett. Burial: Naomi Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Jan. 6, from 1-3 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Elmer Davis Quarles, Jr., 64, Rossville

Elmer Davis Quarles, Jr., of Rossville died Sunday, January 6, 2013. He was 64.

He was born in Tunnel Hill to the late Elmer David and Christine Quarles. He was an archery shooter champion and loved playing billiards.

He also was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Mealer.

Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years, Gail Quarles of Rossville; children, Sabrina Quarles of Ringgold, David Alan Quarles of Millen; siblings, Steve Mealer, Jessie Mealer, both of Tunnel Hill, Kathy Gowin, Diane Mealer, both of Dalton, Teresa Morgan of Wartburg, Tenn.; grandchildren, Ethan and Erica Kirby, and Tristian Quarles; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 2 p.m. in the fu-neral home chapel. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 9, from noon until service time at the funeral home.

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

Larry C. Camp, 60, Graysville

Larry C. Camp of Graysville died Saturday, January 5, 2013. He was 60.

He was born to the late Willie C. Camp and Ruth Camp Boyd on January 3, 1953, in Dunlap, Tenn. He worked as a machinist for Propex Industries for 17 years, was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide and NASCAR fan.

He also was preceded in death by his brother, Lloyd Camp.

Survivors include his wife, Brenda Camp of Graysville; son and daughter-in-law, Clint and Terri Camp of Rossville; step-daughter, Michelle Domaingue of Cohutta; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Linda and Randy Mangrum of Cleveland, and Roberta and Vance Rose of Soddy Daisy; five grandchildren, Haleigh, Levi “Bubba,”Logan, Elizabeth and Catherine.

Funeral service. Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Chattanooga Memorial Park. Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 9, after 11 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuernal-home.com.

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

James T. Shupe, 76, Graysville

James T. Shupe of Graysville, Tenn., died Sunday, January 6, 2013, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was 76.

He was a native of Ronceverte, W.Va., and had lived the majority of his life in the Trenton and Chattanooga areas before moving into his dream home in Sequatchie County. He served as a manufacturers representative in heating, ventila-tion and air conditioning, and was former owner of Shupe, Carboni, and Associates for many years. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was of the Methodist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Iles and Electra Smith Shupe; brothers, Iles and William Shupe; sister, Neva Wright; and niece, Marianne Berber.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Kathy George Shupe. Jim and Kathy renewed their marriage vows in 2012 in West Virginia. To this union, they were blessed with two daughters, Jennifer (Brent) Brumlow of Chattanooga, and Cindy (Bruce) Limbach of Verona, Ill.; grandchildren, Karen, Lyndie, and Joseph Carboni, Raney Brumlow, Curtis and Amanda Limbach; sister, Eva Shupe Smith; and nephews, Ed Smith and Terry Woods.

Funeral services: Thursday, Jan. 10, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Chaplain Jack Nichols officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation: Thursday from 11 a.m. until the service hour at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY, 80018 or Home Health Care and Hospice of East Tennessee, 5740 Uptain Road, Suite 6300, Chattanooga, TN 37411.

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

The family also wishes for friends to write their memories and stories of Jim so that they can be retained and remembered for years to come.

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

Robert E. Maurer, 85, Ringgold

Robert E. “Bob” Maurer of Ringgold died Saturday, January 5, 2013. He was 85.

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and cherished friend.

Services will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Jenny J. Ramsey, 73, Fort Oglethorpe

Jenny J. Ramsey of Fort Oglethorpe died Monday, January 7, 2013. She was 73.

Graveside service: Friday, Jan. 11, at 10 a.m. at Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park with Pastor Jim Bennett officiating.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

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

Harry Shamhart, 96, Lookout Mountain, Tenn.

Harry Shamhart of Lookout Mountain, Tenn., died Tuesday, January 8, 2013, in a local hospital. He was 96.

Born January 8, 1917, Mr. Shamhart died on his birthday. He was a graduate of Georgia Tech. During the war years he worked on the Manhatten Project in Oak Ridge. After the war, he was employed by Cutter Laboratories in Chattanooga. He built and was then the manager of Cutter Lab Plant in Ogden Utah, later returning to Chattanooga as plant manager. He was a member of the Rockwood Christian Church where his grandfather had been the minister of The Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal on Lookout Mountain. He was a member of the Fairyland Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilmer and Min Acuff Shamhart, and a brother, Jack, who died in the White’s Creek Boy Scott flood in Roane County. He also was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Christine Howard Shamhart.

Survivors include his daughter, Martha (James) Ensign; granddaughter, Christie (Lee) Wright; and great-grandson, Jack Wright.

Graveside service: Thursday, Jan. 10, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Perry Scruggs officiating. Burial: Rockwood Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 10, from 10-11 a.m. in the library of The Good Shepherd Church.

The family appreciates his wonderful caregivers, Paula Conaway, Zena Jones, Jennifer McDonald, Regina Miller, Carla Powell and Hospice of Chattanooga.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Stark Anthony Greer, 49, N. Georgia

Stark Anthony Greer died Monday, January 7, 2013, at his residence. He was 49.

He was a native of Cullman, Ala., living in north Georgia for the past 18 years. He was a jewelry maker. He enjoyed camping, music and music concerts and was a real artist at heart.

Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Tena Phillips; mother, Bonita Greer of Cullman, Ala.; son, Jacob Greer of Cullman, Ala.; brother, Brian Greer of Faulkville, Ala.; sister, Suzett McMinn of Cullman, Ala.; grandmother, Mavous Speegle of Cullman, Ala.; and many close friends.

The body has been cremated. There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the local Humane Society.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Karen Blackburn Garmon, 50, Southside

Karen Blackburn Garmon of Southside, who died on Sunday, January 6, 2013, at UAB. She was 50.

She was born August 19, 1962, to the late Harvey O. and Lera Burke Blackburn. Her early school years were in Huntsville, Ala. She completed her junior and senior years at Southside High School, Southside, Ala., graduating in 1981. She received a BS in computer programming from Jacksonville State in 1985. She worked many years for Mowhawk In-dustries in Dalton.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Ronald O. Blackburn, Grady D. Blackburn, and David A. Blackburn.

Survivors include her husband, Dale Garmon of Southside; brother, Dale L. Blackburn of Hokes Bluff; son, Ryan M. Pogue of Chattanooga, Tenn.; daughter, Trista H. Blackburn of Southside; three nieces, one nephew, four great-nieces, four great-nephews and many other extended family members.

Memorial services: Thursday, Jan. 10, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home, Bro. John Hammonds will officiate. Visitation: Thursday from 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the National Speleological Society, 2813 Cave Avenue Northwest, Huntsville, Al. 35810.

Arrangements: Glencoe-Hokes Bluff Funeral Home and Cemetery.

Fred Luther Smith, 96, Chattanooga

Fred Luther Smith of Chattanooga died Friday, January 4, 2013, in a local health care facility. He was 96.

He was retired from Peerless.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Myrtle Smith; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jim and Doris Burke, Ray and Norma Pennington; brother, Clyde Smith; and daughter and son-in-law, Ed and Brenda Hixon.

Survivors include his wife, Inez Smith; brother and sister-in-law, John Allen and Jo Ann Smith; sister-in-law, Elda Smith; granddaughters, Kathy (Terry) Johnson, Michelle (Randy) Prior; grandson, Jathan (Vanessa) Mitchell; five great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Sunday, Jan. 6, at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Revs. Duke Stone and Doug Stephenson officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Saturday, Jan. 5, from 3-7 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Virgil Eugene Brown, 85, Fort Oglethorpe

Virgil Eugene Brown of Fort Oglethorpe passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family and with his daughter holding his hand as he walked into Heaven’s gate. He was 85.

He became a Christian at age 23 and loved the Lord with all his heart. He was a dedicated family man, and even through his sickness he always brightened up when the loves of his life, Brittany and Brynn, walked in the room. He became a supporting family man at the early age of 15, where he was manager of the Home Store in Red Bank. He joined the U.S. Navy at age 17 and upon his release from military service he went to Kirkman Technical School to study printing. He worked at Arcade Printing for 13 years and retired from Starkey Printing following 25 years of service. Following retirement, he opened his own business in 1988 called “The Little Brown Print Shop” on McFarland Avenue until his sickness forced him to retire in September 2012.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie Lee and Alma Brown, granddaughters, Karen Brown and Ashleigh Thomison, and brother, J.T. Brown.

Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Norma Jean Gaston Brown; sons, Gary (Louise) Brown, and Chris (Maxine) Brown; daughter, Carol (Wade) Thomison; sisters, Reba Bell and Beatrice Landers; grandchildren, Brandon Thomison, Brittany Thomison Raines, Gary Brown, Jr., Christy Brown and Chris Brown, Jr; great-grandchildren, Brynn Raines, Taylor Brown, Ashley Brown and Thorne Brown; four brothers-in-law that he loved like brothers; several nieces and nephews. He and Jean opened their home and their hearts to 200 foster children over the years as well.

Funeral services: Friday, Jan. 4, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Neal Brown officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 3, from noon until 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until the funeral hour at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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.

Wayne Allen Chattin, 71, Ringgold

Wayne Allen Chattin of Rossville died Wednesday, December 19, 2012. He was 71.

He was born to the late Samuel and Jeannette Chattin in Chattanooga, Tenn. He was a well known culinary chef and has taught at Culinary Arts Schools in Louisville, Ky., and Mobile, Ala.; he has also served as chef for MGM Studios in Hollywood, Calif., and Fairyland Club in Lookout Mountain. He was a member of Rossville Church of God of Prophecy.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Larry Leon Chattin and Lynn Eugene Chattin.

Survivors include his brothers, Michael Chattin, Terry Chattin; sister-in-law, Janet Chattin of Rossville; son, Timothy Redden of Dayton, Tenn.; granddaughter, Emalyn, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services: Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at 3 p.m. at Rossville Church of God of Prophecy on Cherry Street with Pastor Doug Stephenson officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Rossville Church of God of Prophecy.

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

Robin Dewayne Powell, 46, Rossville

Robin Dewayne Powell of Rossville died Sunday, December 23, 2012. He was 46.

He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Clifford Lee Dillard.

Survivors include his sons, Brandon Lee Powell and Mathew Robin Powell; mother, Joan Dillard; father, Burl Powell; grandchildren, Emmanuel Dewayne, Charles Mathew and Emma Marie Powell.

Graveside service: Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, at 3 p.m. at Lakewood Memory Gardens-South. Visitation: Friday from noon until service time at the funeral home.

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

Mary Ruth Shields Mason, 86, Chickamauga

Mary Ruth Shields Mason of Chickamauga died Tuesday, December 25, 2012. She was 86.

She was born in LaFayette to the late Lee and Amie Shields and was a member of Wallaceville Baptist Church where she loved picking the guitar and singing with her family. She received her G.E.D. prior to retiring from Standard Coosa Thatcher after 33 years of service.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Mason; son, Larry Mason; grandson, Shannon Mason; siblings, Lucy Cronk, Myrtis Turnipseed, Irene Strickland, Leola Cronk, Bill and Emit Shields, and son-in-law, Ladell Wilson.

Survivors include her daughters, Ann Mason Wilson, Louise Mason (Miles) Bruce; grandchildren, Teresa Wilson Chamberlain, Elaine Wilson, Crystal (Kevin) Denton, Mandy Bruce, Jesse (Kasha) Mason; great-grandchildren, Katie (Eric) Goodwin, Coty (LaDonna and Jana) Peardon, Charity Farrow, Miracle Denton, Sydney Mason, Sandler Stringer; great-great grandson, Zander Farrow; and, many special nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, at 11 a.m. in the chapel with Revs. Sam Barrett, Bill Gill, and Michael Smith officiating. Burial: Trinity Cemetery in LaFayette. Visitation: Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, 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.

Jacqueline Ann Williams, 49, Rossville

Jacqueline Ann “Jackie” Williams of Rossville died Saturday, December 29, 2012, at her residence. She was 49.

She was a 1981 graduate of East Ridge High School and earned her R.N. degree from Chattanooga State. She began her nursing career at Hutcheson Medical Center, later at Erlanger Medical Center and spent many years at Parkridge Medical Center. At the time of her death, Jackie was employed with LifeCare of East Ridge. She attended Lookout Valley Church of the Nazarene.

Survivors include her son, Josh Byrd; parents, Jack and Charlotte Williams of East Ridge; brother, Jeff Williams of Rossville; nephews, Jannson and Rylan Williams; and nieces, Taylor and Kierston Williams.

Funeral services: Saturday, Jan. 5, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jerry Hanson officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Friday, Jan. 4, from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

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

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

Daniel Mathew Harrington, 72, Fort Oglethorpe

Daniel Mathew Harrington of Fort Oglethorpe died Tuesday, January 1, 2013, at his home. He was 72.

He was born in Rockwood, Tenn., to the late Isom Calvin and Ruby Rebecca Harrington. He retired from BASF after 18 years of service and was minister of music at several churches in the area, most recently at Clifton Hills Baptist Church for 13 years. He was a member of South Seminole Baptist Church in East Ridge.

Survivors include his loving wife of 45 years, Sandy Orrell Harrington of Fort Oglethorpe; daughter, Deanna (Chris) Ayers of Durham, N.C.; one sister-in-law, one brother-in-law, one nephew and several cousins.

Funeral service: Friday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ron Perry officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens-South. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 3, from 3-7 p.m. and prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to South Seminole Baptist Church, 1201 South Seminole Drive, East Ridge, Tenn. 37412, Hospice of Chattanooga, 4411 Oakwood Drive, Chattanooga, Tenn. 37416, or a charity of your choice.

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

Burk Elder Hale, III, 57, Ringgold

Burk Elder Hale, III, of Ringgold died Wednesday, January 2, 2013. He was 57.

He had lived in the north Georgia area for most of his life and was a member of Chickamauga Church of Christ. He was a Navy veteran and was a graduate of Gordon Lee High School Class of 1973 and had attended UTC where he majored in music and English. He was previously employed as a mountain guide in Montana for 15 years and was also the owner and developer of Bionaid Silverwater and Zeoheal.

He was preceded in death by his father, Burk Hale, Jr.; sister, Pamela Denise Hale; grandmother, Anna Catherine Mayes; and grandparents, Burk and Addie Hale, Sr.

Survivors include his mother, Leona Mayes Hale of Ringgold; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Graveside service: Monday, Jan. 7, in Lakewood South Memory Gardens Mausoleum. There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that any donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 7020 A.C. Skinner Parkway, Suite 100, Jacksonville, Fla., 32256 (877)832-6997 or any veteran association of your choice.

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

Donald Lee Hale, 73, Chickamauga

Donald Lee Hale of Chickamauga died Wednesday, January 2, 2013, in a local hospital surrounded by his family. He was 73.

He had lived most of his life in the Chattanooga and north Georgia areas and was a retired truck driver for Massey and Company with over 20 years of service.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Jean Hale; son, Ron Hale; and step-son, Jerome Avakian.

Survivors include his wife, Janette Hale; son, Charles Hale; daughter, Denise (Randy) Porter; step-daughter, Ann (Marty) Shelby; grandchildren, Kila, Aaron, John, Nick, Jason, Laura, and Michael; sister, Phyllis (Clay) Allen; nine great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Zoie.

Funeral service: Friday, Jan. 4, at 6:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Tim Ashley officiating. Visitation: Friday from 3 p.m. until the service hour at the 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.

Margie Lee Martin, 83, LaFayette

Margie Lee Martin of LaFayette died Wednesday, January 2, 2013. She was 83.

She was born on Lookout Mountain to the late Verdie and Hattie Prince, and was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church in LaFayette.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Gene Martin and brother, Delzie Prince.

Survivors include her son, Steve Martin of LaFayette; grandchildren, Josh (Amy) Martin of Marietta, Blake (Kisha) Martin of LaFayette; and great-grandchildren, C.J., Bryce and Walton.

Private services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Ridgeview Baptist Church in LaFayette.

Arrangements: the LaFayette Chapel of Wilson Funeral Homes, LaFayette.

Kurmet Winford German, 83, Dalton

Kurmet Winford German of Dalton died Wednesday, January 2, 2013, in a local hospital. He was 83.

He was a native of Whitfield County, and was retired from Shaw Industries. He was the youngest of nine children.

Survivors include his sister, Eunice Pauline German Stone of Rossville; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Friday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m. in West Hill Cemetery, Dalton.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Patricia Ann Hodge Cavin, 57, Ringgold

Patricia Ann Hodge Cavin of Ringgold died Wednesday, December 26, 2012, at her residence. She was 57.

A lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, she was a former employee of Choo Choo Customs where she worked for seven years and was of the Baptist faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Annie “Pollie” Stapp Hodge.

Survivors include her husband, Howard “Connie” Cavin, Jr., of Ringgold; daughter, Sherry Goins of Ringgold; son, Terry Cavin of Ringgold; sister, Joyce Hensley of Cleveland, Tenn.; brother, Steve Hodge of Ringgold; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with pastors Jerry Davis and Jackie Swanson officiating. Burial: Woodstation Cemetery. Visitation: Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, from 5-9 p.m. and Saturday until funeral time at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Rev. Luther Lee Parker, 89, LaFayette

Rev. Luther Lee Parker of LaFayette died Friday, December 28, 2012, at his residence. He was 89.

He was born May 15, 1923, in LaFayette. He was the son of the late Logan and Eunice Parker. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served in World War II. He worked for Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in Topeka, Kansas, for a number of years prior to moving back to LaFayette. He was a retired pastor and served at numerous churches in north Georgia over the course of 40 years. After retiring from the ministry, he spent a number of years assisting Mr. B. J. Gambill in his various enterprises. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in LaFayette.

Other than his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Logan Parker, he was preceded in death by brothers, Roy Parker, Logan Parker, and Hoyt Parker; sisters, Lucille Bomar, Lillie Mae Houston, Calalee Price, and Grace Treadaway; and a great-grandson, Jonathan Morris.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Margaret Parker; their children, Melvin and Judy Parker of LaFayette, Lydia and Leroy Witt, Ed and Regina Parker, and Connie and Chris Witt, all of Trion; brother and sister-in-law, John Paul and Edith Parker; grandchildren Traci Morris, Debbie Brown, Derek Parker, Ashlee Abernathy, and Ali Witt; great-grandchildren Dusty Brown, Cody Brown, Victoria Morris, and Alexander Morris; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Dr. Floyd Roebuck officiating. Burial: Walnut Grove Cemetery. Visitation: Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, from 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Derek Parker, Dusty Brown, Cody Brown, Kyle Abernathy, Kenneth Wilbanks, and Kenneth Parker. Honorary pallbearers will be John Parker, B .J. Gambill, Alexander Morris, Dan Houston, Charles Bomar, Don Treadaway, Carolyn Williams, Betty St. Clair, Pat Kaylor, Cliff Cordle, and Tyler Cordle.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Sam D. Kitchen, 80, Chattanooga

Sam D. Kitchen of Chattanooga died Friday, December 28, 2012. He was 80.

He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area and was of the Christian faith. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Kitchen and Eula Bailey Goins; daughter, Sharon “Shari” Lankford Spurlock ; and several brothers and sisters.

Survivors include his wife, Ethel Kitchen of Chattanooga, Tenn.; three children, James Kitchen of Chattanooga, Tenn., Ronnie Kitchen of Ringgold, and Cathy Horton Higdon of Wildwood; several grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Memorial service: Thursday, Jan. 3, at the Miracle Light-house Church in Chattanooga, Tenn. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. No visitation:

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

Anna Edith Landen Middleton, 96, Tunnel Hill

Anna Edith Landen Middleton of Tunnel Hill died on Friday, December 28, 2012. She was 96.

She was a lifelong resident of the Tunnel Hill area. Born to the late Ray and Hattie Smith Landen, she was a founding member of Pine Hill Baptist Church where she faithfully attended all her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Altman Middleton; son, Douglas Middleton; and brother, Ed C. Landen.

Survivors include her daughter, Reba Parsons of Tunnel Hill; sister, Tommie Landen Davis of Tunnel Hill; two grandchildren, Tim (Pam) Nunnelly and Andy Middleton; two great-granddaughters, Lauren and Halie Nunnelly; one great-great-grandson, Braylon Bryant, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at 2 p.m. at Pine Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Lee Williams officiating. Burial: Gordy Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, from 3-8 p.m., and Sunday until 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

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

David Walton Keys, 54, Ringgold

David Walton Keys of Ringgold died Friday, December 28, 2012. He was 54.

A lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, he was a member of the Ringgold First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Randall Keys.

Survivors include his mother, Shirley Campbell Smith of Ringgold; sister, Carla York of Ringgold; brother, Kyle (Jan) Keys of Ringgold; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday Dec.31, 2012, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jim Bailiff officiating. Burial: Hamilton Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, from 10 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to Christ Chapel c/o First Baptist Church 7611 Nashville St. Ringgold, GA. 30736.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Barbara Swanson Jordan, 76, Rossville

Barbara Swanson Jordan of Rossville died Friday, December 28, 2012. She was 76.

She was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and was a member of Midway Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, sister and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma and Hugh Swanson; husband, James Jordan; brother, Doug Swanson; and daughter, Kathy Ann Jordan Bryant.

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Shelia Creek Jordan, Beverly and (Robbie) Collins all of Rossville; sisters, Charlotte Carlton, Brenda Miles and Debra Grey, all of Ringgold, Diane Lawson and Sandra Slaten, both of Rossville; brothers, Jackie Swanson and Bill Swanson both of Rossville; seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, at 1 p.m. at the Wallaceville Baptist Church in Rossville with Bro. Clay Powell officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, after 2 p.m. at the funeral home and Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

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

Frances J. Bridges, 68, Rock Spring

Frances J. Bridges of Rock Spring died Friday, December 28, 2012, in a Montgomery, Alabama, hospital. She was 68.

She was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and had lived the past year with her sister in Clanton, Ala. She was a member of Sunny Side Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester H. Bridges, Sr., and daughter, Genie Greenwood.

Survivors include her children, Chester H. Bridges, Jr., USAF Ret. (Mary Camblin Bridges), Jennifer LeAnne (Rodney) Richardson, and John L.A. Bridges, USMC (Cecelia Bridges); stepdaughters, Sheila Holbrook, Gwen Lee, and Connie Bryson; sister, Jewel Lucas; six grandchildren, one great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at 2 p.m. at Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park with Rev. Randy Avans officiating.

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.

Robert Franklin Fowler, 78, Chickamauga

Robert "Frankie" Franklin Fowler of Chickamauga died Friday, December 28, 2012. He was 78.

He was a lifelong resident of Chickamauga and was of the Baptist Faith. He served his country as a military Intelligence technician in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and two tours in the Vietnam War. He received the Bronze Star before retiring in 1972. He also retired from Walker County as the Director of Civil Defense in 1992 after 20 years. He was a great and honorable man who will be missed greatly by his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Paskel and Beulah Mae Autry Fowler; son, Richard Fowler; sister, Lillie Mae Nibblett; and brother, Bob Fowler.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Joyce Fowler; children, Robert Fowler, Jr., of Chickamauga, Debbie (Michael) Garrett of N.C., and Michael (Carmen) Fowler of Harrison; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Jan. 2, at noon in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation: Tuesday, Jan. 1, after 4 p.m. and prior to the service on Wednesday.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home-Chickamauga Chapel.

Robert Frank Cheli, 76, Ringgold

Robert Frank Cheli of Ringgold died Saturday, December 29, 2012. He was 76.

He was born in Oakland, Calif., to the late Fred and Anne Cheli. He served as a M.P. in the United States Air Force Reserve and later retired from Lucky Stores after 45 years of service as a meat cutter. He attended Covenant Life Worship in Chickamauga.

He also was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Karen Cheli.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Dalpez-Cheli of Calif.; children, Debi Best, Kathi Pelton both of Calif., Bob Cheli of LaFayette; brothers, Ron Cheli of Calif., Frank Cheli of Indiana; grandchildren, Aschlyn, Cassidy, Desiree, Corey, Amy, Jonathan, Jon, Cynthia; and great-grandchildren, Hayden and Camryn.

Funeral service: Friday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastors Bob Cheli and Jamie Chant officiating. Burial: LaFayette City Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 3, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes LaFayette Chapel.

Howard J. Rollins, 71, Rossville

Howard J. Rollins of Rossville died Saturday, December 29, 2012 at his residence. He was 71.

He was formerly of Columbus and a native of Alabama.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Daisy Rollins; brothers, Harrell, Bobby, Charles, Harley; and several extended family members.

Survivors include his daughters, Sandra (Chris) Thrash and Michelle (Shannon) Riley, of Columbus; brothers, Jimmy (Jane) Rollins of Pisgah, Ala., Lebron (Angel) Rollins of LaFayette; sisters, Rose Ann Waldon pf Pisgah, Ala., Sylvia (John) Dibb of Social Circle, Frances (Ed) Sills of Trion, Mary (Gene) Foster and Lisa (Martin) Rawlston, both of Rossville; granddaughter, Brittany Riley; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Thursday, Jan. 3, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Steve Burns officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 2, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, LaFayette Chapel.

Paul B. Anderson, Jr., 81, East Ridge

Paul B. Anderson of East Ridge died Saturday, December 29, 2012. He was 81.

He was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area and was of the Presbyterian faith. He was an Air Force veteran having served during the Korean Conflict and was the business manager for Berry Water Gardens in Ringgold for more than 28 years. He was the former commander of American Legion Post #95 and was the co-owner of East Ridge Cab Company.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Anderson and Virginia Bicking; and sister, Betty Jean Robertson.

Survivors include his loving wife of more than 57 years, Freda Anderson; son, Boyd Anderson both of East Ridge, Tenn.; daughters and sons-in-law, Vicki Hayes, of Ringgold, Amy Anderson, of East Ridge, Tenn., Nancy and (Les) Ratchford and Susan and (Bruce) Hargis all of Ringgold; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and nephew, James Robertson and niece, Mary Robertson.

Funeral services: Wednesday, Jan. 2, at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, after 4 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 1, from 4-8 p.m. and prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home.

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

Ola Mae Burns, 75, Henagar, Ala.

Ola Mae Burns of Henegar, Ala., died Sunday, December 30, 2012. She was 75.

She was a life-long resident of Henegar, Ala., and was a member of Henegar Baptist Church. She was a loving and devoted mother, sister and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Burns; and parents, Bonnie and Robert Troxtell.

Survivors include her son, Tony (Shelby) Cook of Henegar, Ala.; two daughters, Martha Cook (Harold) Morrow of Chickamauga and Pam Cook (Frank) Hall of Dalton; three grandchildren, Amy Allen Lindsay and Chris Allen of Dalton and Whitney Smith Barrett of Lafayette; brother, Anthony Troxtell; two sisters, Estelle Handcock and Edna Parish; four great-grandchildren, Alexa Jade Barrett and Bella Rose, David and Kaitlynn Lindsay; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Friday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m., Fuller Chapel Cemetery in Ider, Ala.

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.

Robert William Chamlee, 65, Ringgold

Robert William Chamlee of Ringgold died Sunday, December 30, 2012, in a local hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was 65.

He was born April 28, 1947, in Atlanta to John Henry and Adele Chamlee. He was a graduate of Perry High School and Georgia Tech with a degree in civil engineering. He then received his master’s degree from Oklahoma State University and retired from the Corp of Engineers Mobile, Ala., as a geo-technical section chief after 37 years of service. He moved to the Chattanooga area in 2002 where he worked for Arcadis Engineering for 10 years. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his loving wife, Audrey Tolbert Chamlee, a native of Mobile, Ala.; mother and father, Adele and John Henry Chamlee of Jonesboro; sisters, Sandra (Richard) Brockmann of Perry, and Susan (Phillip) Sligh of Sharpsburg; daughters, Dawn (Jamie) Hughes of Griffin and Theresa A Hill of Willis, Texas; sons, Michael (Jessica) Chamlee of Smyrna, Michael G. (Shannon) Wright of Gladbrook, Iowa; grandsons, Cole and John Ryan Hughes and Michael Eric Wright; granddaughters, Ashley Hughes, Lana Chamlee, Pamela Hill, Nicole (Andy) Majors; great-grandchildren, Shai Majors and Hailey Majors; aunt, Lillie Williamson; and sev-eral nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Wednesday, Jan. 2, at 4 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church with Rev. David Hall officiating. Burial: Thursday, Jan. 3, at 1 p.m. at Westview Cemetery, Atlanta. Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 2, from 1 p.m. until the service hour at Christ United Methodist Church, 8645 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

Pallbearers: Phillip Sligh, Chuck Wilson, Jamie Hughes, Michael Chamlee, Jack Carroll and Ed Williamson.

Honorary pallbearers are Good News Sunday school class members of Christ United Methodist Church.

Memorial contributions can be made to The American Cancer Society, 850 Fortwood Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37403.

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.

Jean Cofer Greene, 82, Ringgold

Jean Cofer Greene of Ringgold died Monday December 31, 2012. She was 82.

A native of Georgetown, Tenn., she has lived in the Ringgold area for the past 74 years and was a member of the Ringgold First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mack Greene; mother, Lucille Shamlin Landen; father, French Cofer and brother, Carl Cofer.

Survivors include her daughter, Wanda Greene of Peachtree City; son and daughter-in-law, Chris and Charlene Greene of Rossville; two grandchildren, Ben and Kylie Greene; special nephew, Scott Watson of Winterville, N.C., and several other nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Thursday, Jan. 3, at 2 p.m. at the Ringgold First Baptist Church with Drs. Dan Whitaker and Bruce Sloan officiating. Burial: Anderson Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 2, from 2-9 p.m. and Thursday until 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Ringgold First Baptist Church Youth Ministry, 7611 Nashville St. Ringgold, GA., 30736.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneral-home.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Jeri Ruthann Eddingfield, 89, Ringgold

Jeri Ruthann Eddingfield of Ringgold died Monday, December 31, 2012. She was 89.

She was born in Tupper Lake, New York, to the late Howard and Mildred Youmell and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her children, Janice Pierce of Ringgold, Sandra Underwood of St. Augustine, Fla., Wayne Eddingfield of Ringgold; sister, Janet Charland of Gettysburg, Pa.; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

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

Willie Gilbreath Bethune-Price, 89, Higdon, Ala.

Willie Gilbreath Bethune-Price of Higdon, Ala., died Monday, December 31, 2012, in a local health care facility. She was 89.

She was born in Ft. Payne, Ala., on May 3, 1923, to the late William and Ellen Gilbreath and spent many years in Dade County, Bryant and Higdon communities of Sand Mountain. She was a member of the Mountain View Church of God and was employed for many years at Nation Hosiery Mill and Brock Candy Company.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, J. B. Bethune and James Price; daughter, Sue Reeves; grandsons, David Reeves and Jordan Bethune; and seven brothers and sisters.

Survivors include her children, Donald (Evelyn) Bethune of Ringgold, Faye (Charles) Buchanan of Higdon, Ala., Terry (Diane) Bethune of Fort Oglethorpe, Deana (Darryl) Smith of Ooltewah, Gary (Connie) Bethune of Chattanooga, Deborah (Rick) Lyons of Chattanooga, and Ronald (Pam) Bethune of Fort Oglethorpe; son-in-law, Douglas Reeves of Trenton; 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Jan. 4, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Brad Bridges officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 3, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Chattanooga for their care and kindness.

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

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

Annie Ruth Russell, 94, Chattanooga

Annie Ruth Russell of Chattanooga died Tuesday, January 1, 2013, in a local healthcare facility. She was 94.

She was retired from Cobble Moose Hosiery Mill with over 42 years of service and a member of Temple Baptist Church for over 40 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Russell, and daughter, Shirley Kidwell.

Survivors include her son, Dewey (Judy) Tallent; daughter, Joyce (Sam) Durham; sister, Vera June Day; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Forest Hills Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, Jan. 3, from 4-8 p.m. in 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.

Eva Dill Owens, 79, LaFayette

Mrs. Eva Dill Owens of LaFayette died Thursday, December 27, 2012. She was 79.

She was preceded in death by husband, Charles Owens.

Survivors include her daughter, Debbie (Bill) George of Lawrenceville; son, Dennis (Ann) Dill, of LaFayette; sister, Ingrid Gabel of York, Neb.; several grandchildren; and nieces and nephews also survive.

Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 2, from noon-1 p.m. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Mable Peeler Wesley, 89, LaFayette

Mable Peeler Wesley of LaFayette died Wednesday, December 26, 2012. She was 89.

She was preceded in death by sons, John C. Grice, Jr., and Dennis W. Young; sister, Hazel R. Cooper; brothers, Dalmas Ray Peeler, Deforest Peeler, and Richard C. Peeler; and parents, Aaron and Myrtle Ruth Peeler.

Survivors include her daughter, Sharon and husband, Ray Martin, of LaFayette; sons, Victor and wife Judy Grice, of Sacramento, Calif., and Ronald and wife Monica Grice, of Lakeland, Fla.; 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Services will be private. Burial will take place in Turlock, Calif.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Tina Brickley, 42, Wesley, 89, Rossville

Tina Brickley of Rossville died Thursday, December 27, 2012, in a local hospital. She was 42.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and aunt. She loved all kinds of craft projects and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her husband, Tim Brickley; son, Brett Bowen of Langston, Ala.; daughter, Brittany Brickley of Rossville; three grandchildren; parents, James Leon Reeves and Karon Bridges Reeves; brothers, Troy (Pam) Reeves of Rossville, Tony (Lisa) Reeves of LaFayette; sister, Barbie Sutton (Douglas Moore) of Rossville; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services: Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Malcom Harris officiating. Burial: Crest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation: Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, from 4-8 p.m. and after 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Siskin Rehab Hospital, 1 Siskin Plaza, Chattanooga, TN 37403.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.