Chattanooga Times Free Press Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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Georgetown, South Carolina William B. MacGuire, III 1944 — 2024 William B. MacGuire, III passed away at the age of 79 on Thursday, June 6th, 2024, son of Dr. William B. MacGuire, Jr. and Mae Veronica Cecelia Noonan MacGuire. Growing up in Chattanooga, TN, Billy was an avid basketball player. He was very popular and an absolute superstar on the court, with his name known statewide. He also enjoyed playing golf at some of the finest courses in the world, taking cruises and trips with his family, playing Santa Claus during the Christmas season and spending time with his dogs. He rose through the ranks of Hershey Foods Corporation to attain the title of National Sales and Marketing Director. From there, he became an entrepreneur, owning and operating his... Georgetown, South Carolina William B. MacGuire, III 1944 — 2024 An online obituary and guestbook is available at www.msfh.net. Rock Springs, Georgia Jimmy R. (Jim) Graham 1948 — 2024 Mr. Jimmy R. (Jim) Graham, age 75, of Rock Springs, GA, formerly of Powder Springs, GA, passed away May 17, 2024. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was employed with the City of Austell for 26 years. In 1985 he was appointed a Deacon at Burnt Hickory Baptist Church where he was also a Sunday School Teacher and Youth Pastor. Mr. Graham was preceded in death by a daughter, April Graham. Survived by his wife of 28 years, Rebecca L. Graham; children, Heather Graham Jackson and her husband, Jason Jackson, Seth Graham, Matthew Bridges and his wife, Melissa, Carmen Weaver, Kanelle Bridges Brock; sister, Patricia Graham Hester and her husband, Roy Hester; brother, Marion Austin... Thompsons Station, Tennessee Janice Hobbs Sutton 1941 — 2024 Janice Hobbs Sutton, age 82, of Thompsons Station, TN went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Janice was born in McMinnville, TN on August 12, 1941, daughter to the late Barney & Pauline (Tate) Hobbs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Sutton and daughter Lisa Melody Meadows. Survivors include her children, Lewis (Chip) Meadows Jr. of Brunswick, GA, David Meadows of Spring Hill, TN, daughter-in-law Julie Meadows of Franklin, TN; Knoxville, Tennessee Dorothy Kelly Parker 1930 — 2024 Dorothy Jean Parker, age 93, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. She was a longtime member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where she participated and was a very active member of the Relief Society for many years. She was very involved in translating german records for genealogy purposes, sitting in front of a mico film machine for hours. She was a very caring person and loved her family dearly especially the large family dinners and hosting groups at their house in Gatlinburg. Dorothy will truly be missed by all who had the privilege to call her friend. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Henry Travis Parker Jr;... Dalton, Georgia Eunice McElvy Jernigan 1928 — 2024 Eunice McElvy Jernigan, age 95, who loved to be called "Granny" by her grandchildren, departed her loving family on April 3, 2024. She was born in Pelham, GA, December 1, 1928, a daughter of the late Rosser and Bertha Maxwell McElvy. Eunice was preceded in death by her husband Carlos Saxon Jernigan, Jr., brother Inman McElvy, and sisters Marcile Johnson and Virginia Ferrell. Eunice is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Charles/Robbin Jernigan of Nicholson, GA, Bob/Karen Jernigan of Flowery Branch, GA and daughter and son-in-law Kathy/Barry Robbins of Dalton, GA. Eunice is the proud grandmother of Sonya/Steve Jennings of Johns Creek, GA; Skyler/Jeremy Stidams of Cartersville, GA;... Soddy Daisy, Tennessee Glendora Virginia Johnson 1927 — 2024 GLENDORA V. JOHNSON, passed away on March 23, 2024, ?at her residence. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill A.M.E. Zion Church of Bakewell, TN for over 50 years. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, and other relatives. The body will lie in state from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the funeral services will begin at 1p.m. on Saturday, March 30th at the Ponders Brainerd Chapel, 4203 Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN. 37411. Arrangements entrusted to Ponders Brainerd Chapel. Franklin, Tennessee Margaret McMillan "Peggy" White 1934 — 2024 Margaret McMillan White "Peggy" died on March 4, 2024. She was born on January 24, 1934 to the late Edward John and Mamie Henegar McMillan in Knoxville, Tennessee. She attended Staub School and Tyson Junior High School in Knoxville. She was a graduate of the Madeira School in Fairfax County, Virginia and of Agnes Scott College in Decatur, Georgia. She worked for the Richs' Department Store in Knoxville and later at "Ladies Home Journal" Magazine in New York City. She traveled extensively in Europe and other areas of the world before and after her marriages. She was married to William T. Moore, Jr. and lived in Knoxville. Later she married William A. White, Jr. of Whitesburg, Tennessee.... AIKEN, SC William Earl Tatum 1933 — 2024 William Earl Tatum was born on September 13th, 1933 to William Clinton Tatum and his wife, Mildred Hall Tatum, in Fort Payne, Alabama. His two older sisters, Mary Ruth Sisemore and Sarah Francis Jagoditsch, both predeceased him, as did his wife of 71 years, Patricia Forrester Tatum, and his youngest son, Paul Daniel Tatum. He is survived by his three remaining children, Judy Lynn Tatum, David Forrester Tatum and his wife Karen Gilley Tatum, and Gregory Hall Tatum, as well as his two granddaughters Julia C. Tatum and Maria E. Tatum. Earl moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee at the age of five. He graduated from Central High School as Class President, and went on to receive his BS degree in... Chattanooga, Tennessee Sondra Faye McGann 1940 — 2024 Sondra Faye McGann, born April 25th, 1940, to Faye and Thurman Montgomery of Hurricane, MS, passed away on February 22nd at the age of 83. Sondra epitomized strength and love throughout her life and was unwavering in her dedication to her family and friends. A graduate of The University of Mississippi, Sondra devoted her working years to helping others through the Social Security Department. She retired early to care for her mother, demonstrating the selflessness and compassion that defined her character. Sondra's intelligence and inquisitiveness fueled her passion for reading. She was well known in local libraries and quickly endeared herself to everyone she met. Sondra's resilience and... Franklin, Tennessee Lawrence "Lance" Stuart Saylor, Jr. 1946 — 2024 Lawrence "Lance" Stuart Saylor, Jr. passed away February 14, 2024 in Nashville, TN after a brief illness. He was 77. Lance was born in Torrington, CT to the late Elizabeth and Lawrence Stuart Saylor, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Elizabeth "Libby" Saylor. He is survived by his wife Angela Mitchell Saylor; children Laura Saylor Rheinlander (Scott), Michael Stuart Saylor (Emily), and Toni Molldrem (Chad); grandchildren Samuel, Gabriel, and Hannah Rheinlander, and Holland and Luke Saylor; sister Stuart Ann "Sassy" Watters; and many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. Raised in Litchfield, CT and Rye, NY, Lance always had a passion for adventure.... Charlotte, North Carolina Rebecca Hellen Vandergriff 1946 — 2024 Rebecca Hellen Gannaway Vandergriff ("Becky"), 77, of Charlotte, North Carolina, went to Heaven to rest in the arms of Jesus on Friday, January 26, 2024. Born September 12, 1946, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Hellen Millard and Lovell Gannaway. After graduating from East Ridge High School and the University of Chattanooga, Becky married her high school sweetheart, who also grew up with her at South Seminole Baptist Church in East Ridge. Becky is survived by her loving husband of over 56 years, Douglas Vandergriff (son of Edwinna Alford and James ("Jack") Vandergriff); their children, Jennifer Copolillo (Marcus) & Daniel Vandergriff (Brandy); her... Atlanta, Georgia Dulcie Bowers 1937 — 2024 Dulcie Charlotte Gustavson Bowers, age 86, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024 in Sandy Springs, Georgia. She was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on February 10, 1937. After growing up in Jacksonville, Florida, she began a career in Nursing at Duke University, receiving her BSN degree in 1959. She raised her family in Bristol, Tennessee, and then moved in 1990 to Chattanooga, Tennessee, where she continued nursing until retirement at the age of 83. She is survived by three sons, Thaddeus Ray Bowers, IV (Susan), David Scott Bowers (Julie Strickland), and Michael William Bowers (Amanda); grandchildren, Thaddeus Andrew Bowers, Emily Bowers Sartin (Jim), Hines William Bowers, Graham Salter... Knoxville, Tennessee Michael Conner Seepe 1950 — 2024 Michael Conner Seepe, age 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024. Mike was a 1969 graduate of The Baylor School. He attended Chattanooga State Community College and University of Tennessee Chattanooga. Mike retired from The Southern Company as a nuclear safety specialist. Mike enjoyed watching college football with his family and was always reliable for a laugh with a colorful play-by-play. He placed a high value on all this family spread across four states and will be remembered by them with much love. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick William Seepe, Jr. and Elizabeth Dean Conner. Mike leaves behind his loving wife of 15 years, Belinda Ann... Douglasville, Georgia David Griffith 1941 — 2023 Joseph David Griffith, age 82, of Douglasville passed away Friday, December 29, 2023. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 from 11:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Hightower's Memorial Chapel in Douglasville. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM with Rev. Bryan Alexander officiating. Interment will be at Sweetwater Baptist Church Cemetery. Hightower's Memorial Chapel of Douglasville has charge of the arrangements. Maryville, Tennessee Phyllis T. Van Hooser 1931 — 2023 Phyllis T. Van Hooser, age 92, passed away December 28, 2023, at Shannondale of Maryville. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church in Knoxville. She was active in the Daughters of The King at Church, American Association of University Women, and Daughter of the Revolution. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Jack Van Hooser. She is survived by her children, Carol Van Hooser, Amy Lindgren, Alice Potter, Tom Van Hooser, Sarah Longshore; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Frank and Gloria Lucas; nieces, Cynthia Walker, Laura Whaley. A service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, January 5, 2023, at Saint Elizabeth's Episcopal... Smyrna, Georgia Ray Bryan Powell 1935 — 2023 Ray Bryan Powell, Sr., age 88 of Smyrna passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Graveside services will be held at Lakewood Memory Gardens South in Rossville, Georgia on Thursday, January 4th, 2024 at 1:00 PM. He is survived by his Wife- Juanita C. Powell, Sons- Terry Powell and Tony Powell and Brothers- Ronnie and Robert Powell. Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his son Ray Bryan Powell, Jr., Father and Mother Clyde and Bertha Powell. Arrangements will be handled by Carmichael Funeral Home in Smyrna, Georgia. www.carmichaelcares.com, 770-435-4467. In Lieu of flowers please make Contributions to First Baptist Church of Smyrna or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Athens Martha Elizabeth Kelley 1923 — 2023 Martha Elizabeth Thompson Kelley passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Martha was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on February 10, 1923 and just recently celebrated her 100th birthday! Martha, will always be remembered as a sweet, humble, and caring Wife, Mother, Granny and Aunt and Friend. Martha was the daughter of the late Matthew Eugene and Florence Thompson. She was preceded in death by her sweet and loving husband of 83 years, Robert Earl Kelley, Sr. She was also preceded in death by her son, Dr. Robert Earl Kelley, Jr.; three grandchildren: Scott Kelley, Tyler Kelley, and Lee Campbell; one great grandchild, Rawlings Andrew Pou; two sisters:... Knoxville, Tennessee Ashley Stamper 1968 — 2023 On the morning of December 8, 2023, Ashley Neill Stamper - beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend to way too many to count - went to the arms of her merciful Savior. She was 55. She was born February 20, 1968 in Johnson City, TN to Joseph R. Neill and the late Glenna Ashley Neill. Fifteen months later, her younger brother Sam was born. Ashley was raised in Greeneville, TN where she was a star student and tennis player for the Greene Devils. Upon graduation, she attended Salem College as a Presidential Scholar in Winston-Salem, NC where she made lifelong friends with many of her Salem Sisters, but of special note were Cathy Bowers Petraglia, roommate Becky Miller Saunders and her... Jefferson City, Tennessee Virginia Ann Webster 1934 — 2023 Virginia (Jen) Ann Jennings Webster passed away peacefully on November 24, 2023, at the age of 89 in Dandridge, Tennessee. Born on August 19, 1934, in Chattanooga, Virginia was the beloved wife of the late John David Webster. She is survived by her loving daughters, Malinda Webster Jacques and husband James W. Jacques of New Market, and Jennifer Webster Harms and husband Willard D. Harms Jr. of Tallahassee, FL. Also surviving are grandchildren, Sarina Darlene Lane and William Brett Fain and his wife Kathryn Rose, and great-grandchildren Savannah Grace Cook ,Freya Fain, Bradyn and Dreama Clemmer. Virginia was preceded in death by husband, John David Webster, mother, Nina Mae Jennings, and ...
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