Ocie Lee Rape Nelson, 95, LaFayette

Ocie Lee Rape Nelson of LaFayette died Sunday, November 11, 2012. She was 95.

She was preceded in death by five sisters and three broth-ers.

Survivors include her husband, Troy Nelson, of LaFayette; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. Service con-ducted by Pastor Jason Cowart.

Burial: Chattanooga Valley Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, Nov. 12, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Kenneth Wayne Wilson, Jr., 65, Ringgold

Kenneth Wayne Wilson, Jr. of Ringgold died Tuesday, November 13, 2012. He was 65.

A lifelong resident of the north Georgia and Apison areas, he was a former employee of the Plumber and Steam Fitters Local #43 in Chattanooga, Tenn.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie Ann Stargel Wilson.

Survivors include his four children, Wayne Wilson of Rocky Face, Margaret Wilson of Tunnel Hill, Willie Wilson and Kevin Wilson, both of Ringgold; three grandchildren, Brandon Wilson, Brittany Payton and Christian Wilson; and great-grandchild, Madison Wilson.

Private services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga.

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

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Bonnie Fite Roberson, 86, LaFayette

Bonnie Fite Roberson of LaFayette died Wednesday, November 14, 2012. She was 86.

She was born to the late John Milton Fite and Lola Mae Black Fite on May 5, 1926, in Fort Payne, Ala. She worked as an accountant, was a member of LaFayette First Baptist Church and she enjoyed reading, sewing and crafts.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, John T. Roberson Sr., and her brother, John William Fite.

Survivors include her son, John T. Roberson Jr. and his wife, Linda, of Chickamauga; sister, Evoline Nix; two grand-children, Samantha Frias and Tania Fullington, and two great-grandchildren, Gavin and Cecelia Frias.

Funeral service: Saturday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 17, at noon at the funeral home.

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

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – LaFayette Chapel.

Richard Chastain Davis, 69, Ringgold

Richard Chastain Davis of Ringgold died Wednesday November 14, 2012. He was 69.

A lifelong resident of the Ringgold area, he was a member of Catoosa Baptist Tabernacle and a former employee of Tractor Supply in Ft. Oglethorpe. A man who was loved and respected by all who knew him, he was known as “Grandpa” by the family that he loved and cherished.

He was preceded in death by his son, Ricky Davis, and parents, James Ralph Davis Sr., and Vera Inez Peters Davis.

Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Barbara Cain Davis; two daughters, Angie (Tony) Wells and Susan (Rowdy) Bickley; brother, Ralph Davis Jr.; five grandchildren, Chris (Jessica) Chambers, Amanda (Mike) Broome, Bailea Bickley, Ricki Lynn Bickley and Mikayla Wells; two great grandchildren, Riley and Ava Broome all of Ringgold; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, Nov. 16, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Bros. Tony Wells and Mark Smith officiating. Burial: Baxter Addition to Anderson Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, Nov. 15, from 4-9 p.m., and Friday until funeral time at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel Ringgold.

Ann B. Graves, 92, Ringgold

Ann B. Graves of Ringgold died Sunday, November 11, 2012. She was 92.

She was a native of Texas and has lived in the Chattanooga and north Georgia area for more than 60 years. She was retired from the Church of God headquarters in Cleveland after 15 years of service.

She was preceded in death by her three husbands, Clifford Bridges, Huey Carmical, and Lowell Graves; and two children, Claude Bridges and Donna Taylor.

Survivors include her loving daughters, Shirley (Jim) Forester of Ringgold and Debi Stone of Chattanooga; brothers, Roy and Wayne Jones of Dallas, Texas; sister, Dorothy Horton, Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Holly (Eddy) Trotter, Beth Henry, Ryan Jordan, Lindsey Nadler and Chelsea Brasell; and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Friday, Nov. 16, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Revs. Wendell Smith and Jason Thomas officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens East. Visitation: Thursday, Nov. 15, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Georgia Pauline Vann, 94, Fort Oglethorpe

Georgia Pauline Vann of Fort Oglethorpe died Monday, November 12, 2012. She was 94.

She was born on March 2, 1918, and was one of 11 children born to Richard Harrison Bramblett and Sally Cochran Bramblett who migrated to East Hamilton County from Spring Place, by horse and buggy approximately 130 years ago. She graduated from Ooltewah High School and Erlanger School of Nursing. She worked as an industrial nurse for many years and retired from Erlanger. She was a member of Cloud Springs Baptist Church for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Derwood Vann.

Pauline’s siblings were as follows: Tom Bramblett, McDonald, Tenn.; Lee and Dewey Bramblett, Apison; Mae Bramblett, Apison; Fannie Goodner, Ooltewah; Chloe Bramblett, Apison; Helen Goodner, Ooltewah; Edna Chadsey, El Paso, Texas; and Betty Stryholuk, Wilmington, Delaware, whose status is unknown.

According to Pauline’s last will and testament, she requested no visitation and no services of any kind. Pauline will be interred next to Derwood at Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Friday, November 16, 2012

Perry Lee Putnam, 73 , Ringgold

Perry Lee Putnam, 73, of Ringgold, who was blessed and highly favored, died on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, in a local hospital.

He was born in Saginaw, Mich., to the late Roy and Elizabeth Mead Putnam. Perry and his late wife, Gearldean, were the owners of the Country Bumpkin Restaurant for 15 years. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Max Putnam.

Survivors include his son, Michael Putnam, Summerville; step-sons, Jack (Charlene) McLemore, and Mike (Carolyn) Shadwick, both of Ringgold; step-daughters, Carolyn (Ray-mond) Payton, Newnan, and Sherry (Ken) Garner, Ringgold; six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Visitiation: Friday, Nov. 16, from 4-8 p.m., at Heritage Fu-neral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Funeral services: Saturday, Nov. 17, at 1 p.m., in the funeral home chapel with Revs. Carol Harrison and Eva Knab officiating.

Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Park-way.

Lendal J. Greathouse, Sr., 71, Flintstone

Lendal J. Greathouse, Sr., 71, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2012.

He was born in Muhlenberg, Ky., to the late James Archie and Verna Mae McKinney Greathouse. He had been a long-time resident of Walker County and was of the Baptist faith. He retired from Rossville Yarn & Mills with over 20 years of service in industrial maintenance. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed gardening as well.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by six siblings.

Survivors include his wife: Grace Lucile Weeks Greathouse of Flintstone, and their children: Teresa (Brian) Chambers of Flintstone, Lisa (Allan) Ridley of Lookout Mountain, Lendal J. Greathouse, Jr., (Aleshia), Tammy (Ismael) Chavez, Amy (Jeffrey) Williams, all of Flintstone; brothers: Floyd William Greathouse of High Point, Paul David Greathouse of Michi-gan, Glendall A. Greathouse (twin brother) of Florida, Johnny of Lookout Mountain; sisters: Donna Sanders of Illinois, Janice Peppers of Florida; grandchildren: Jeremy Lamont Greathouse, Jamison LaRay Greathouse, Jody Len Greathouse all of Flintstone, Brooke Phluger of Chattanooga, Tenn., Amber and Samantha Ridley of Lookout Mountain, Brandi Chambers, Christian and Erik Chavez, Aiden and Andrew Williams all of Flintstone; and great-grandchildren: Jamison Noah Wallace Greathouse and Addison Nicole Greathouse, both of Flintstone.

Visitiation: Friday from 5-9 p.m., and all day Saturday and Sunday morning until the service. Funeral services: Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m., in the chapel. Burial: Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Lookout Mountain.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamagua Chapel, Chickamagua.

Charles Robert Hill, 41, Chickamauga

Charles Robert Hill of Chickamauga died Thursday, November 8, 2012. He was 41.

He was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and attended the First Baptist Church in Chickamauga. He was currently employed as a driver with Basic Ready Mix, he had a passion for fishing and was a devoted son, husband and fa-ther who will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, James Jennings and Mary Virginia Jennings and Edna “Granny” Hill.

Survivors include his wife, Tina Hill of Chickamauga; father, Garland Hill of Lexington; mother and step-father, Eve and Steve Hanshaw of Ringgold; daughters, Taylor Hill of Chickamauga, Courtney Hill of Cleveland and Megan Hill of Dunlap; sister, Sandy D. Lynn of Ringgold; niece, Cassie Lynn and nephew, Dakota Lynn.

Graveside service: Sunday, Nov. 11, at 3 p.m. in the Burning Bush Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Chris Morgan officiating. Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 10, from 5-8 p.m. and prior to leaving for the graveside service on Sunday at the funeral home.

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

George William Lawson, 88, Rossville

George William Lawson of Rossville died Friday, November 9, 2012. He was 88.

He was born in Pisgah, Alabama, to the late Alvie and Carrie Lawson. He was owner/operator of Lawson Scrap Yard and was of the Baptist Faith.

He was also preceded in death by his children, William “Billy” Lawson, Darlene Lawson, Carlene Payne, and his wife, Myrtle Louise Lawson.

Survivors include his children, Patricia Owen of Rossville, Tommy Lawson of Chickamauga, Marlene Epps of Ringgold, Charlene (Terry) Smith of Chickamauga; ninw grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Sunday, Nov. 11, from 4-9 p.m., all day Monday, and prior to the service Tuesday at the funeral home.

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

James Walter Haygood, 75, Rossville

James Walter Haygood of Rossville died Friday, November 9, 2012. He was 75.

He was born in Ringgold and lived in Chattanooga for many years. He worked at Willwear Hosiery Mill for more than 20 years and was a truck driver for Shipley’s Waste Oil for more than 10 years.

He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Haygood; mother, Louise Tyner Haygood Voiles; daughter, Pamela Gail Haygood; brothers, Ronald and Clarence Haygood.

Survivors include six children, Barbara (Walter) Cymbala of Rossville, Janice (Russell) Ware of Ringgold, Jamie (Chris) Cross of Cleveland, Amanda Haygood of Ringgold, James “Jimmy” Haygood and Tim Haygood, both of Chattanooga; sisters, Mary Parks of Chickamauga and Rosa Warren of Kathleen, Herman and Cecil Haygood of Lafayette, Harold Haygood of Chicago and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Peavine Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, Nov. 11, from 3-9 p.m., and Monday from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

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

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

Herbert David Ladd, 92, Rossville

Herbert David “Dee” Ladd of Rossville died Friday, November 9, 2012. He was 92.

He was born in DeKalb County, Alabama, and he was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area. He was a faithful member of the East Ridge Church of the Nazarene. He loved going to church with OmaLee. He enjoyed making birdhouses and little benches. He shared many with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thyl and Helen Ladd, three sisters and eight brothers.

Survivors include the love of his life, his devoted wife, OmaLee Ladd; stepchildren, Mary (Leon) Kirkland, Longs, S.C., David Worley, Chattanooga, Raymond (Margaret) Worley, Trenton, Ruth (Dave) McNeese, Rock Spring, Darrell Worley and Nancy Brand, both of Rossville; one sister, Dessie Atkins, Bryant, Ala.; several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Monday, Nov. 12, at 2 p.m. in the chapel with Bro. Charles Knight officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens South. Visitation: Sunday, Nov. 11, from 1-9 p.m., and Monday, from noon until time of service.

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

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

G. Ruth Ledford-Carter, 84, Rossville

G. Ruth Ledford-Carter of Rossville died Saturday, November 10, 2012, in a local health care facility. She was 84.

A native of Lorado, West Virginia, she was raised in the Ft. Payne, Alabama, area and was a graduate of DeKalb County High School. Following high school, she moved to the north Georgia area where she graduated from Walker Technical School and was a former member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She retired from Hutcheson Medical Center following 25 years of service as an L.P.N. She enjoyed gardening, reading, sewing and quilting and was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Chattanooga V.F.W. But most importantly, she loved to be a caregiver. Her passion to help others was the highlight of her life.

She was preceded in death by her beloved aunt and uncle, Faye and Clarence Burdine; husband, William J. Ledford; son, Billy Ledford; grandson, Tony Argenbright, and great-grandson, Cameron Argenbright.

Survivors include her daughters, Brenda Gail (John) Moore of Rossville, and Donna Dotson of Chickamauga; sister, Julia Christian, Kenova, W.V.; seven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandsons.

Funeral services: will be held Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ron Haley officiating. Burial: West Hills Cemetery, Trion. Visitation: Monday, Nov. 12, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

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.

Archie Herman Hegwood, 87, LaFayette

Mr. Archie Herman “ Humpy” Hegwood of LaFayette died Sunday, November 11, 2012, at Heritage Health Care. He was 87.

He was born February 10, 1925, in LaFayette, the son of the late William Perry Hegwood and Emma Cornelia Curry Hegwood. He was retired from Riegel Textile. He was a life-long member of Second Baptist Church LaFayette, and he was a member of Oakwood Baptist Church, Chickamauga.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lorene Parker Hegwood; sisters, Thelma Montgomery and Eula Bauchum; and brothers, Fred Hegwood, Bill Hegwood, Roy Hegwood, Alton Hegwood, and Walton Hegwood.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Linda Hegwood; grandson and wife, Neil and Joella Hegwood; great-grandchild, Abbigail Hegwood; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside and interment services: Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. in LaFayette City Cemetery. Revs. Mike Peterson and Chuck Romaine officiating. Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Second Baptist Church.

Pallbearers: Randall Cagle, Lloyd Mitchell, Jerry Keown, Buddy Day, Bob Chapman, and Barry Hollis.

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

Arrangements: Mason Funeral Home, Summerville.

Mary Gladys Crane Graham, 88, Chickamauga

Mary Gladys Crane Graham of Chickamauga died Friday, November 9, 2012. She was 88.

She was born in Valley Head, Alabama, to the late Spencer L. and Beulah Short Crane. She was the former manager of alterations and head seamstress at The Francis Shop in Rossville. She had been a homemaker and had resided in Walker County since 1938. She was of the Pentecostal faith and enjoyed gardening and sewing.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray A. Graham, Sr., and five siblings. Survivors include her children, Carol Lopez of Ringgold, Jack Graham, Al Graham, Ron Graham, Lonnie Graham and Connie Bartet all of Chickamauga; 15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Nov. 12, at 1 pm. in the chapel with Rev. Don Taylor officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memorial Gardens-South, Rossville. Visitation: Sunday, Nov. 11, from 3-7 p.m., and Monday from 10 a.m. until the service.

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

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel.

John Thomas Parrish, Sr., 70, Chickamauga

Judge John Thomas “J.T.” Parrish, Sr. of Chickamauga died Thursday, November 8, 2012. He was 70.

He was born in Chickamauga to the late Roy E. Parrish, Sr. and Elizabeth Mae Autry Parrish. He had served as a Municipal Judge for the Cities of Chickamauga and Fort Oglethorpe. He was a former employee of Chickamauga Telephone Company and was a former salesman with the Welchel Company. He was a member of Elizabeth Lee United Methodist Church.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Jo Ford.

Survivors include his wife, Nelda Fowler Parrish; their children, Johnna Parrish, John T. Parrish, Jr., Karen Hise and Deborah Hise; brother and sister-in-law, Roy E. Parrish, Jr. and Cora Ann Parrish; sister, Verlie Lou Geurin and granddaughter, Hannah Parrish all of Chickamauga; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Sunday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m. in the chapel with Revs. Rick Maeser and R.D. Wallin officiating. Burial: Chickamauga Cemetery at a later date. Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 10, from 6-9 p.m., and Sunday after noon prior to the service.

The family would like to express a special “Thank You” to Mrs. Willie Turner for her caregiving.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Elizabeth Lee United Methodist Church and/or The American Heart Association.

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

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamauga Chapel.

Allen Kellett, 65, LaFayette

Allen Kellett of LaFayette died Tuesday, November 6, 2012. He was 65.

He devoted his life to his family and church family. He was a devoted member of Chickamauga church of Christ, where he was a respected elder. He was born in LaFayette and had been a lifelong resident. He was a truck driver for many years and for the past 24 years he drove for Estes Freight Lines where he retired.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Ruby Mae Crawford, and his mother-in-law, Deana Jones.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Joy Elaine Jones Kellett of LaFayette; their children, Wade and Deborah Kellett of Tupelo, Miss., and Amanda and Joe Hamala of Rock Spring; his sister, Sonja “Sunny” Hegwood of LaFayette; grandchildren, Lake Kellett, Campbell Kellett, and Sarah Mae Hamala; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Saturday, Nov. 10, at noon at the Chickamauga Church of Christ with Minister Shane Robinson officiating. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery, LaFayette. Visitation: Friday, Nov. 9, from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. at the church and Saturday, Nov. 10, 11 a.m.-noon prior to the service.

Online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel.

Patricia Irene Hayes Sizemore, 51, Chickamauga

Patricia Irene Hayes Sizemore of Chickamauga died Tuesday, November 6, 2012. She was 51.

She was born in Germany and had resided in Chickamauga for the past 15 years. She was of the Baptist faith and was a homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Frances Elizabeth White, and a sister, Rose Hayes.

Survivors include her husband, Randall LeBron Sizemore of Chickamauga; father, Charlie Edward Hayes of Perry; her children, Raymond Owen McCord, Jr. of Fort Benning, Kathleen Michelle McCord (Louis James Holland) of Rossville; sister, Charlotte Haines of Perry; brothers, Ricky Hayes of Pensacola, Fla., David Hayes of Macon; grandchildren, Erin Elisabeth Allen, and Danica Lynn McCord; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial service: Saturday, Nov.10, at 5 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Visitation: Saturday, form 3-5 p.m. at the funeral home.

An online guest register book is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamauga Chapel.

Theresa Anne McGoff, 53, Fort Oglethorpe

Theresa Anne McGoff, originally from Kalamazoo, Mich., born April 11, 1959, was the youngest of John and Dorothy (Woodworth) McGoff’s six children, died November 7, 2012, in Fort Oglethorpe. She was 53.

She was a 1977 graduate of Msgr. Hackett HS and a 1984 graduate of Kalamazoo Valley Community College as a certified respiratory therapist. Her medical career spanned 30 years originating at Bronson Hospital and ending at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall, Mich.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas, and her father John.

Survivors include her mother, Dorothy (Sue) McGoff of Fort Oglethorpe; brother, John (Debby) McGoff of Schoolcraft, Mich.; sisters, Marian (Pat) Keenan of Flint, Mich., Kathleen McGoff of Kalamazoo, Mich., and Christine McKeever of Ringgold; and 11 nephews, two nieces, one great niece, and great nephew.

Memorial service: Saturday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home parlor with Rev. Harold Reed officiating. There will be no visitation.

The family requests no flowers; in lieu of flowers, please remember Theresa with a memorial gift to her favorite charity: Patterson Place Garden #1 Patterson Place Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Gertrude Lillian Waltz Nayson, 93, LaFayette

Gertrude Lillian Waltz Nayson of LaFayette died Wednesday, November 7, 2012. She was 93.

She was born July 12, 1919, in Cherokee County, Ala. She was a member of the Chattooga Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tavner W. Nayson, of which she was married to for 50 years; parents, Oscar and Nancy Waltz; brother, Holbert Waltz; sister, Dorthea Waltz, and Ruth Waltz Jackson Yarbrough.

She was a loving mother and grandmother. She retired from textile work after more than 35 years. After retirement she spent her time helping her husband on the farm and taking care of her aging mother and babysat her grandchildren.

Survivors include her son, Tavner Richard Nayson and wife Beth, of LaFayette; sister, Joan Waltz Harmon Leath; grandchildren, Mary Nayson Kirby, Charlotte Nayson, and Henry Nayson; great-grandchildren, Ashley Kirby, Abigail Kirby, Jace Cromer and Dawson Cromer; four nieces and several great nieces and great nephews also survive.

The family would like to thank the members of the church for assisting Gertrude in the task that she no longer could do. Special thanks to Hugh and Nancy Wilson.

Funeral service: Sunday, Nov. 11, at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Service conducted by Dr. William Swanson. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 10, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, of LaFayette.

Jean W. Irick, 67, Rossville

Jean W. Irick Rossville died Monday, November 5, 2012, in a local hospital. She was 67.

She had been a resident of north Georgia for the past 45 years. She was an active member of Temple Baptist church where she sang in the church choir. She traveled to different churches playing the piano and singing with a quartet.

She was preceded in death by a son, Chris Wilson.

Survivors include her husband, Walter Irick Sr.; daughter, Lisa Pearson of Rossville; stepsons, Todd (Lou Ann) Irick of Summerville, S.C., Walter L. (Mandy) Irick Jr. of Spartenburg, S.C.; grandchildren, Sean (Kayla) and Kristin Pearson, Todd Jr. and McKenna Irick, and Noah and Roman Irick.

Funeral services: Thursday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. in Temple Baptist Church with Rev. Shad Smith officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Temple Baptist Church.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Helen Carolyn Smith Ellis, 87, Chickamauga

Helen Carolyn Smith Ellis of Chickamauga died Monday, Nov. 5, 2012. She was 87.

She was born in Chickamauga to the late Ernest R. (Sam) and Effie Ellis Smith. She was a lifelong resident of Chickamauga where she worked at Crystal Springs Print Works for over 50 years. She was a member of Elizabeth Lee United Methodist Church and attended the First Baptist Church of Chickamauga. She was a member of the Chickamauga Homemakers Club.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, W.B. “Slick” Ellis and a sister, Pauline Smith Sherrill.

Survivors include her children, Susan Ellis of Chicka-mauga Lee (Gail) Tade of Hixson, Tenn.; sister, Ann Smith Hill of Chickamauga; grandchildren, Gary Tade of Chatta-nooga, Tenn., Leslie (Zack) Tade Murdock of Knoxville, Tenn.; great-grandchildren, Larkyn, Addisyn and Colin Murdock of Knoxville, Tenn.; special nieces and nephews, Connie and Jeff McDaniel of Chickamauga, Tracy and Keith Richey of Rossville, Monty and Jane Hill of Scottsboro, Ala.; great-nephews, David McDaniel and Keith Richey II.

The family would like to express a sincere “Thank You” to Dr. Patrick Rhyne for all of his love and care for Mrs. Ellis.

Funeral services: Thursday, Nov. 8, at 3:30 p.m. in the chapel with Rev. Chris Morgan officiating. Burial: Chicka-mauga Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 2 p.m.-8 p.m. and Thursday noon until the service.

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

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel.

Farrish Lee Adair, 74, Chickamauga

Farrish Lee “Bill” Adair of Chickamauga died Monday, November 5, 2012. He was 74.

He was born in Rossville to the late William Elijah and Leona Stewart Adair. He was a previous resident of Phoenix, Ariz., and has resided in Walker County for the past 38 years. He retired from the Electrical Power Board of Chattanooga after 32 years of service as an engineer. He was an active member of Chickamauga Church of Christ and was a volun-teer with Harvest House Ministries through Rossville Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Mildred Sue Mullican Foster Adair of Chickamauga; their children, Allen Adair of East Ridge, Tenn., Larry Foster of Chattanooga, Tenn., Sherry Richards of Knoxville, Tenn., Steve Adair of Phoenix, Ariz., Joel Foster of Chattanooga, Tenn., Donald Adair of East Ridge, Tenn., Virginia Keys of Ringgold; sister, Wanda Clements of Phoenix, Ariz.; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Thursday, Nov. 8, at 6 p.m. at the Chickamauga Church of Christ with Minister Shane Robinson officiating. Burial: Hamilton Memorial Gardens – Hixson, Tenn. at 1 p.m., Friday, Nov. 9. Visitation: Thursday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the church.

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

Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamauga Chapel.

Robert Headrick, 73, Chickamauga

Mr. Robert Headrick age 73, of Chickamauga died Sunday November 4, 2012, at his home. He was 73.

Survivors include his wife, Gail Headrick of, Chickamauga; daughters, Angela Patterson of Chattanooga, Tammy Young of Lexington, Ky., Candy Nasworthy of Rossville; sons, Anthony Headrick of Crandall, Shane Hegwood of Chicka-mauga; sisters, Linda (Arnold) Murphy of Blairsville, Maggie Wimpy of Young Harris; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Service conducted by Minister Bruce Headrick. Burial: LaFayette Memory Garden. Visitation: Monday, Nov. 5, from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers are Jerry Osburn, Billy Williams, Bubba Bar-rett, McKinsey McGraw, Max Kirby, Bradley Whitaker.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Jesse Alfred Yates, 101, Rock Spring

Mr. Jesse Alfred Yates of Rock Spring died at his home on November 3, 2012. He was 101.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 75 years, Rosa Etheen Yates.

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Dessie and Royce Clark of Washington; his sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Jeannie Yates of Texas and J. Frank and Anne Yates of Rock Spring; sisters, Mildred Gillespie, and Dorothy Kirk of Texas; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral service: Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Service conducted by Mr. Leslie Shadrick. Burial: LaFayette Memory Garden. Visitation: Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 1 p.m. to funeral time.

Pallbearers are Travis Yates, Brent Yates, Jim Hartline, Noah Turner, Aaron Hunt and Brandon Gilbreath.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Anthony Ingram, 52, LaFayette

Anthony Ingram of LaFayette died October 25, 2012, at his home. He was 52.

Survivors include his wife, Karen Barr Ingram of LaFayette; daughter, Cory (Andrew) Higginbotham of Hamilton, Ohio; stepdaughter, Alexis Reed of Lyerly; son, Anthony Ingram of Hamilton, Ohio; stepson, T. J. Reed of Lyerly; parents, Corrine (Jerry) Wallin of LaFayette; brothers, Jerry Ingram of LaFayette, Kirby Ingram and Kerry Ingram both of New Market, Ala.; two grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral of LaFayette.

Emma C. Connally, 86, Chattanooga

Emma C. Connally of Chattanooga died on Sunday, November 4, 2012, with her loving companion Whistlebritch by her side. She was 86.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Born in Chattanooga where she lived until 2003, when she lost her home to the flood, she moved to Rossville Senior Village Apartments and was the first tenant to move into the new complex and was honored to raise the flag. She was of the Baptist faith and always faithful teaching Sunday school for over 40 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Connally; great-grandson, Matthew Miller; parents, Thomas and Trenia Comstock; brothers, Charles and Herman Comstock; sisters, Thelma Whittenbarger Moon and Pearl Frazier Smith.

Survivors include her daughters, Judy Smartt, Jean Miller, and Becky Adkins, all of Rossville, and Debbie (Ted) Salmon of Richmond, Va.; son, Thomas (Hellen) Connally of Rossville; sister, Margaret Blevins of Trenton; and brother, Paul (Estelle) Comstock of Rossville; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Marvin Fowler officiating. Bo Davis will give the eulogy of his grandmother. Burial: National Cemetery.

Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 5-9 p.m. and after 9 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Chip Connally, Todd Connally, Chris Adkins, Adam Hunt, Robert Taylor, and Jordan Connally.

The family wishes to thank the staff of NHC of Rossville for the care and support received during her stay. Additionally, they would like to thank Hospice of Chattanoooga.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Chattanooga, 4411 Oakwood Drive, Chattanooga, Tenn. 37416.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Jon Willis Dietz, 85, Ringgold

Jon Willis Dietz of Ringgold died on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. He was 85. He died in a local hospital from complications related to a fall.

A native of Ringgold, he was born March 19, 1927, and graduated from Berry Academy, North Georgia College and the University of Georgia. He was a teacher and principal in Catoosa County and served as Catoosa County School Board Chairman. He later worked as an agent for State Farm Insurance for 33 years and served as Chairman of the Board of Northwest Georgia Bank and as a director for 35 years. A charter member of the Boynton Lions Club, he was an active member for 60 years. He had been active in church all his life, teaching a men's Sunday school class and singing as a choir member, quartet member and soloist. He loved sports and was an avid golfer. He was devoted to his family and was a beloved husband, father and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John D. Dietz and Joyce O. Dietz, and brother, Paul T. Dietz.

Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Martha Guess Dietz; three daughters, Jan (Don) Blazejewski, Jill (Raymond) Clark, and Joye Creedon; nine grandchildren, Clay Littlefield, Drew Littlefield, Katie Littlefield Byrd, Jonathan Clark, Will Clark, Lauren Regis, Peter Creedon, Josh Creedon, and Claire Creedon; seven great-grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Robert (Wynette) Johnson.

Funeral services: Friday, Nov. 9, at 1 p. m. in the funeral home chapel with Revs. Brett DeHart and Jimmy Hutto offi-ciating.

A Merchant Marine veteran of World War II, burial will be at the National Cemetery in a private family service. Visitation: Thursday, Nov. 8, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Boynton Lions Club vision outreach projects.

An online guestbook is available at: heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Mattie Faye Allen, 71, Rossville

Mattie Faye Allen of Rossville died November 7, 2012. She was 71.

She was born in Rainsville, Ala., to the late Jake and Dee Bohannon and was owner/operator of several restaurants in the area.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Earl Vern Allen; and grandson, Thomas Sharp.

Survivors include her children, Theresa Sharp, Donna Cross, James Sharp, all of Rossville, Robert Sharp of Ringgold, Tammie Graham, Sheila Powell, both of Chickamauga; siblings, Ruby Collins of Flintstone, Mary Loudermilk, Warren (Wanda) Bohannon, Burlen (Caroloyn) Bohannon, all of Rainsville, Ala.; 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, Londyn, Cameron and Kyler; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Friday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Neal Powell officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery, Saturday, Nov. 10, at 9:30 a.m. Visitation: Thursday, Nov. 8, from 4-9 p.m. and prior to the service Friday at the funeral home.

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

Judy Caroll Fox, 68, Chattanooga

Judy Caroll Fox of Chattanooga died Thursday, November 1, 2012. She was 68.

She was of the Christian faith and was previously employed with Rossville Mills.

Survivors include her mother, Bessie Felts of Covington, Ohio; son and daughter-in-law, Tony and Diane Eden of Galloway, Ohio; two brothers, Terry Lee Felts and Jimmy Dale Felts, both of Piqua, Ohio; six grandchildren and two special friends and caregivers, Eloise Hester and Debbie Gilbreath.

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

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

John Michael Hourihan, 59, Ringgold

John Michael “J.” Hourihan of Ringgold died Friday, November 2, 2012. He was 59.

He was born in South Amboy, N. J., to the late, Patrick and Mary Hourihan and has lived in the north Georgia area since 1990. He was a member of The Net Church in Chattanooga, Tenn., and was a self-employed contractor for more than 44 years and was the owner and operator of Jayco. He had spent the majority of his life building and this was his true passion. He also enjoyed socializing with his church family, gardening, camping, good food and listening to jazz and blues music.

Survivors include his loving wife of more than 11 years, Sharon Hourihan of Ringgold; son, Arlin J. Hourihan of Charleston, S.C.; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and (Charles) Pittman of Spruce Pine, N.C.; brother, Patrick Hourihan of Ringgold; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Rita and (Greg) Brandis of Manahawkin, N.J., Patty Mayo of Laurinburg, N.C. and Bernadette and (Craig) Meldrum of Ramtown, N.J.; six grandchildren, Hunter, Jocelyn, Savanah, Hannah, Shelbey and Madyson; two great-grandchildren, Rosalie and Shane and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services: Monday, Nov. 5, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Ryan May officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation: Monday, Nov. 5, from 2 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made to: The Net Church, 2288 Gunbarrel Road, Suite 154 PMB 244, Chattanooga, TN 37421 (423) 228-0650.

An online guestbook is available at: wilsonfuneralhome.com.

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

Leroy Buffington, 74, LaFayette

Leroy Buffington of LaFayette died Friday, November 2, 2012, at his home. He was 74.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Annie Adams Buffington, and brother, James Willard Buffington.

Survivors include his daughter, Pamela Starr Dobbins of Chattanooga; sons, Marvin L. Buffington, Jr., and Anthony Buffington, both of LaFayette; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Funeral service: Sunday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. at the funeral home with service conducted by Rev. Gene Wallin. Burial: LaFayette Memory Garden, Monday at 2 p.m. Visitation: Sunday from 5 p.m. until the funeral home at the funeral home.

Pallbearers: Shane Greene, Robert Sid Adams, Chuckie Frashier, Richard Stoker, James A. Elrod and Jason Jackson. Honorary pallbearers are Ford Adams and Brice Buffington.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Helen Lankford Green, 83, LaFayette

Helen Lankford Green of LaFayette died Saturday, November 3, 2012. She was 83.

She was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in LaFayette. She was previously employed with Salem Carpet Mills as an inspector for more than 35 years and enjoyed reading, cooking and spending time with her family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by parents, John and Martha Lankford; husband, Oscar “Doodle” Green; grandsons, Christopher Shawn Steele and Brandon James Green, and several siblings.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Sherron and Douglas Steele; son and daughter-in-law, Randall and Fannie Green all of LaFayette; brother, Tommy Lankford of Chickamauga; three grandchildren, Joshua, Danielle and Tommy; great-grandson, Corey, and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside service: Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. in the LaFayette Memory Gardens with Dr. Clay Powell officiating. Visitation: Tuesday from 10 a.m. until leaving for the graveside service.

Arrangements: LaFayette Chapel of Wilson Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Dennis Carroll Tackett, 69, Chattanooga

Dennis Carroll Tackett of Chattanooga died Saturday, November 3, 2012 in a local hospital. He was 69.

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.

Barry James Higginbotham, 67, Ft. Oglethorpe

Barry James Higginbotham of Ft. Oglethorpe died Sunday, November 4, 2012, in a local health care facility. He was 67.

He was a native and lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia areas and was employed by Southern Paper Company for many years and most recently was employed as a manager with Hardee’s. He was a member of the East Ridge Masonic Lodge #755 F&AM, served as president of the residents council of NHC, was of the Baptist faith, and an avid Tennessee Vols fan.

His parents, Jim Henry and Estella Gaddis Higginbotham, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his daughters, Theresa (Mark) Schonhar of Easley, S.C., and Cindy Hughes of Ft. Oglethorpe; sister, Patricia (Gene) Christian of East Ridge; grandchildren, Drew, Megan, and Josh Schonhar, Dylan and Gabrielle Hughes; nephew, John Higginbotham; two great-nieces and one great-nephew.

Graveside services: Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. at Hamilton Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Monday, Nov. 5, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

A special thanks is extended to the staff at NHC-Ft. Oglethorpe and Hospice of Chattanooga for their excellent care.

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.

Terry Douglas Wooten, 62, Cumming

Terry Douglas Wooten of Cumming died Saturday, October 20, 2012. He was 62.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Dorothy (Shadrick) Wooten; and brother, Robert “Happy” Wooten. He was a United States Army veteran having served in Germany during the Vietnam War.

Survivors include his sisters, Wanda Hogan of Cleveland, Tenn., Darlene and Russell Blevins of Ringgold, Linda and Edward Mitchell, Candy Wooten, Lecia Foster, all of LaFayette; brothers, Alvin, Jr. and Nancy Wooten of Cumming, Jack and Debbie Phillips of LaFayette, Johnny and Allison Wooten of Woodstock.

Memorial service: Saturday, Nov. 3, at 1 p.m. at Sunnyside Baptist Church in LaFayette, with Pastor Randy Avans officiating.

Arrangements: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Donald Eugene Hakes, 73, Ringgold

Donald Eugene Hakes of Ringgold died Tuesday, October 30, 2012. He was 73.

He was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area and was of the Baptist faith. He was an Army veteran and a member of the American Legion Post 40. He retired from U.S. Xpress in 2006 after more than eight years of service, enjoyed gardening 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, Jeremiah and Gert Hakes, and several siblings.

Survivors include his loving wife of more than 55 years, Mary Pursley Hakes of Ringgold; two daughters and son-in-laws, Marilynne and Tom Shope of Ooltewah, Tenn., and Karen and Rod Rodriguez of Ringgold; son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Lisa Hakes of Ringgold; brother, Chester Hakes of Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.; sister, Flora Kernea of Rossville; two grandsons, Avery and Jeremy; great-grandson, Jeremiah, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Friday, Nov. 2, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Harold Reed officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation: Wednesday, Oct. 31, after 4 p.m., all day Thursday, and prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.

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

Frances Elizabeth Pledger Bowling, 54, Ringgold

Frances Elizabeth “Beth” Pledger Bowling of Ringgold died Wednesday, October 31, 2012. She was 54.

Born and raised in Armuchee, she was a resident of the Ringgold area for the past 30 years and was of the Baptist faith. She was a graduate of Shorter College where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Computer Programming. She was employed by Precision Telecom Technologies and was formerly employed with Covista and Mohawk Industries. She was a member of the Catoosa County Foster Adoptive Association and she and her husband fostered many children over the years. She enjoyed reading and was an active member in the community.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Wayne Pledger, and grandparents, Thomas Franklin and Gertha Smith Pledger, and also Walter Franklin and Opal Ray Selman.

Survivors include her husband of 29 years, Richard Darrell Bowling; children, Heather Goswick, Elizabeth, Jonathan, Destiny and Michael Bowling all of Ringgold; mother, Imogene Pledger of Rome; siblings, Kathy (Johnnie) Jackson of Cocoa Beach, Fla., and John (Lisa) Pledger of Rome; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Saturday, Nov. 3, at noon in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Danny Henson officiating in the chapel and Rev. Bobby Stephens officiating at the graveside. Burial: Antioch Baptist Church in Rome. Visitation: Friday, Nov. 2, from 4-9 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.

W. Doyle Walker, 74, Fort Oglethorpe

William Doyle Walker, of Fort Oglethorpe, born on July 1, 1938, left us for heaven on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 in Chattanooga, Tenn. He was 74.

He had many loves and I, Joyce Waller Walker, was honored to be his wife and main love for fifty years. We met on July 4, 1961, and married a year later. He so loved his children, Jeremy and Jessica, and then Andrea and his grandsons, Dylan and Bryson. He graduated from Red Bank High School in 1957, two years later from Hiwassee College and was a Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of Thompkins Lodge #466 F&AM and the Chattanooga Scottish Rite Society. He loved his friends at South Seminole Baptist Church where for years he was a greeter and a hugger. After retiring from Velsicol Chemical Corporation in 1998, a favorite activity was taking care of the building for the boys and girls in our church’s daycare. He never tired of watching Western movies, especially those starring John Wayne. We attended Western film festivals all over the southeast region. He also loved to work in our yard, go shark teeth hunting on the beach, and in his later years, he began collecting decorative tin containers. Doyle was enjoying good health for the first time in several years and we were thrilled for him. He will be greatly missed but this is not the end of his story.

Survivors also include his sisters, Peggy Delaney and Mary Carlisle; mother-in-law, Louise Waller; brother-in-law, Dale (April) Waller; and sister-in-law, Donna Waller; plus several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Monday, Nov. 5, at 11:30 a.m. in the fu-neral home chapel with Rev. Ted Gocke officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 3, from 4-8 p.m., and Sunday from 1-5 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.

John Leonard Ferguson, Jr., 82, Chickamauga

John Leonard Ferguson, Jr., of Chickamauga died Tuesday, October 30, 2012. He was 82.

He was born July 28, 1930, and was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga and north Georgia area and was of the Baptist faith. He was retired from the Chattanooga Fire Depart-ment after 28 years of service and was a veteran of the United States Navy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Leola Griffin Ferguson, and two sisters, Louise Roberts and Naomi Cooley.

Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Linda Cassel Ferguson; sons, Randy Ferguson and Danny Ferguson of Chickamauga; daughters, Brenna Fairchild of Chattanooga, Kristy (Pooh) Sparks of Chickamauga; sister, Margaret Gamble of Chattanooga; grandchildren, Britney and Jordan Ferguson, Taylor and Rolan Ferguson, Justin Smith, Shelby and Rusty Sparks; and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services: Thursday, Nov. 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the Chattanooga National Cemetery with Rev. Freddie Browning officiating. Visitation: There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Friends are asked to gather at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga 4411 Oakwood Dr., Chattanooga, TN, 37416.

An online guestbook is available at: Heritagefh.com.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield, Park-way.