Tammie McNeese Young, 49, LaFayette

Tammie McNeese Young of LaFayette died Saturday, May 12, 2012. She was 49.

She was preceded in death by her father, Troy McNeese and sister, Sandra Carson.

Survivors include her husband, Tony Young of LaFayette; daughters, Jennifer Overby of Knoxwill, Wendy Sherman of LaFayette; mother, Rosie Lee McNeese of LaFayette; sisters, Patsy Smith of LaFayette and Diane Morgan of Manchester; two grandchildren, Jacey and Jason Sherman; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Tuesday, May 15 at 2 p.m. at the funeral home chapel with service conducted by Bro. Melvin Bridges. Burial: Concord Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, May 14 afrom 6 – 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers: Corey Smith, Stewart Claire, Ricky Middlebrooks, Steve Carrol, Tim Wilson and Kenneth Bentley. Honorary pallbearers: Marvin Johnson and Charlcey Frye. Arrangements by: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Sue Williams Peppers, 84, LaFayette

Mrs. Sue Williams Peppers of LaFayette died Saturday, May 12, 2012. She was 84.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Donald Peppers; daughter, Donna Sue Peppers; son, Mike Peppers.

Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Kathy Peppers of LaFayette; grandsons, Micah Peppers, Daniel and wife Destinee Peppers; great-grandson, Brayden Peppers; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Sunday, May 13, at 4 p.m. at the funeral home chapel with service conducted by Rev. George Palmer. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Sunday, May 13, from 3-4 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Terry Wayne DeVaux, 54, Chickamauga

Terry Wayne deVaux of Chickamauga died Sunday morning, May 13, 2012 at the home of his brother Dennis. He was 54.

He was born to Joyce deVaux Williams and the late Renault deVaux on June 29, 1957. He had suffered for many months with complications from rheumatoid arthritis. He was born in LaFayette, but lived most of his life in Mobile, Ala. He was a master brick mason and loved the outdoors. He loved fishing, shrimping and crabbing. He loved his family and would do anything to help them or a stranger. Money and possessions were no object to him; if he had it he would give it to you. He had accepted Jesus Christ as his savior two months prior to his death. He is now in heaven with his older brother Jimmy. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his father, James Renault deVaux, and brother Jimmy deVaux.

Survivors include his children, Leanna Dobson of Trion, Tonya of Texas, Dustin deVauk of LaFayette, Devin deVaux of New Hampshire; mother Joyce Snider deVaux Williams of Chickamauga; grandson Tripp of Trion; sisters, Debbie (Kip) Jones of LaFayette, Sherry (Houston) Hobbs of LaFayette; brother Dennis (Lisa) deVaux of Chickamauga.

Funeral services: Tuesday, May 15 at noon with service conducted by Zach deVaux. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, May 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. Arrangements by: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Lee W. Rice Sr., 83, East Ridge

Lee W. Rice Sr. of East Ridge died Monday, May 14, 2012 at his home. He was 83.

He was a career U. S. Army veteran of 22 years and a member of the East Ridge American Legion Willian E. Blair Post 95. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather and he enjoyed fishing.

He was preceded in death by one son, Lee. W. Rice, Jr. and one daughter, Lanna Rice.

Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Jane Rice; son, Michael (Betsy) G. Rice; 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services: Wednesday, May 16 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jim Spearman officiating. Entombment: Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visitaiton: Tuesday, May 15 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Arrangements by: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

Shirley Theresa Bass, 66, Rossville

Shirley Theresa Bass of Rossville died Sunday, May 13, 2012. She was 66.

She was born in Chicago, Ill., to the late Joseph and Catherine Faulhaber. She retired from Central Park after many years.

Survivors include her loving husband of 49 years, Randall “Sam” Bass; children, Theresa (David) Lyons, all of Rossville, Randall (Julie) Bass of Ringgold, Mary Bryant, Joyce Goins (Johnathan McHugh) all of Rossville; brothers, Dave, Jack, Joe Faulhaber all of Chicage, Ill.; grandchildren, Miranda, D. J., Randi, James, Tyler, Amber, Lindsey, Noah, Marie, Brody, Brentlee, Cade, Macie, Paisley; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation: Wednesday, May 16 from 2-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by: W.L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home-Fort Oglethorpe.

Bobby Joe Stansell, 79, LaFayette

Bobby Joe “Bob” Stansell, formerly of LaFayette, died Saturday, May 12, 2012, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind. He was 79.

He was born in LaFayette and served in the U.S. Army, spending 16 months in Korea with the 91st MP Battalion. He worked for Chrysler Corporation and was actively involved in the UAW, working his way up to president of Local 136 in Fenton, Mo. He was appointed to the International Union Staff for Chrysler in Detroit, Mich. and served as the assistant director and administrative assistant to the vice president of the Chrysler Department before retiring in 1989.

Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years, Tootie; stepdaughter, Alice Sexton and her husband, Tony; two grandsons, David Sexton and his wife, Missy, and Jeff Sexton and his wife, Sara; four great-grandchildren, all of Evansville, Ind.; brother, Riley Stansell, Columbus; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Thursday, May 17 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Macedonia Cemetery in LaFayette. Visitation: May 16 from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made on Bob’s behalf to the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, Inc. 135 Parkinson Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305. An online guestbook is available at: www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements by: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.



Timmy Lebron Jordan, 44, LaFayette

Timmy Lebron Jordan of LaFayette died Friday, May 4, 2012. He was 44.

Memorial service: Friday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at New Bethel Christian Fellowship located at 4009 Round Pond Road in LaFayette, with Ken Carson and other ministers officiating. Visitation: May 11 at 6 p.m. at the church. An online guestbook is available at: www.willisfuneralhomedalton.com. Arrangements by: Willis Funeral Home, Inc. Dalton.

Harold C. Broome, 71, Rock Spring

Harold C. Broome of Rock Spring died Wednesday, May 9, 2012. He was 71.

Preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Louise Harris Broome; sister, Carolyn Penson; and brother, Bobby Broome.

Survivors include his daughters, Rebecca Moore of Rock Spring, April Veal of LaFayette, and Angela Nesmith of Flat Rock, Ala.; sons, Charles Broome of LaFayette and Chip Broome of Chattanooga; brother, Curtis Broome of Trion; grandchildren, Isaiah Moore, Johnathen Broome, Lacey Broome, Alicia Borders, Raven Sebby, Annie Nesmith, and Cameron Lane; and ex-wife, Marline Broome, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, May 11 at 4 p.m. at the funeral home with service by Rev. Mike Angel. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, May 10 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. The arrangements are by Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, of LaFayette.

Robert Smith, 91, LaFayette

Robert Smith of LaFayette died Thursday, May 10, 2012. He was 91.

He retired from E.T. Barwick and Walker County school bus driver. He was a World War II Army veteran and member of Community Baptist Church. He was a gentle man who loved the Lord, family, fishing, garden and nature.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lottie Thompson Smith; son, Roger Smith; sister, Curtis Mae Hall; brothers, Charles, Ralph and Billy Smith.

Survivors include his daughters and son-in-law, May Bell and Terry Sparks of Chickamauga, Linda (Red) and Leon Rhinehart of LaFayette; son and daughter-in-law, Robert (Bobby) and Sandy Smith of LaFayette; sister, Lillie Holderfield Killian of Chattanooga; son in his heart, Clarence (Fuzzy) Alexander; eight grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Saturday, May 12 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Service conducted by Revs. W.C. Pence and Tony Jackson. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Friday, May 11 from 6-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers: Nathaniel Smith, Mike John Smith, Robert Rhinehart, Leon Rhinehart, Jr., Jack Smith and Terry Simmons. Honorary pallbearers are Riche Asher and Daniel Cordell. The family would like to thank the caregivers Robin and Jim Crews, Brandi, Debbie, Jennifer and Roxanne, Country Side Hospice and Hutcheson Home Health. Arrangements by: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.



Joe Thomas Bridges Sr., 69, Ringgold

Joe Thomas Bridges Sr. of Ringgold died Monday, April 30, 2012. He was 69.

He was a native of Knoxville, Tenn. He lived in the Catoosa County area most of his life. He was an employee of American Security and was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margie Ann McDaniel Bridges.

Survivors include his children, Anthony Hollifield of Chattanooga, Tenn., Ernie Bridges of Chickamauga, Joe Bridges Jr. of Cleveland, Tenn., Mary Dawkins of Chickamauga, Linda Morgan, Joey Bridges, Tommy Hames, Ricky Hames and Sherry Phurrough, all of Ringgold; brothers, Jim Bridges and Ray Lee, both of Ringgold, Dee Lee of Herman, Tenn. and Paul Lee of Ringgold; sister, Ginger Lee of Ringgold; ten grandchildren, three great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Graveside service: Friday, May 4, at 1 p.m. at Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Friday, May 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the funeral home for funeral expenses. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.

Mickey Ray Sprayberry, 70, LaFayette

Mickey Ray Sprayberry of LaFayette went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was 70.

He was born in Chickamauga to the late Ray Roland and Ruby Pauline Parham Sprayberry. He was the owner/operator of Country Side Inn and Country Side Impressions in Rock Springs. He was a member of Old Bethel Baptist Church in Chickamauga where he enjoyed playing the guitar for the past twelve years. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Richard Sprayberry.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Margarette Lemeral Padgett Sprayberry; their children, Cindy Lemeral Woodyard of Hagerstown, Md., Mickey Ray Sprayberry Jr., of Cartersville, Michael Darrell and Candice Sprayberry of Chickamauga, Farrell Wayne and Gina Sprayberry of Ringgold; sisters, Mira Sue Bradley, Patricia Snodgrass, Janie Faye Teeters, Martha Renee Brown and Catherine Yvonne Stose, all of Chickamauga; brothers, James Walter Sprayberry, Virgil Labron Sprayberry, both of Chickamauga, Thomas Eugene Sprayberry of LaFayette; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: 2 p.m. Friday, May 4, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with pastors Steve Camp, Bill Casteel and David Williams. Burial: LaFayette Memory Gardens. Visitation: Thursday, May 3, from 3–9 p.m. and Friday morning until the funeral.

An online guestbook is available at www.wilsonfuneral home.com. Arrangements by W. L. Wilson & Sons Funeral Homes, Fort Oglethorpe.

Ronald Dixie Varnell, 58, Chattanooga

Ronald “Ronny” Dixie Varnell of Chattanooga died on Thursday, May 3, 2012, in a local hospital. He was 58.

He was a 1971 graduate of Brainerd High School and was most recently employed with Capital Toyota, though he spent many years before working as a delivery driver all across the country. He made friends wherever he would go with his jovial personality and kept his family laughing with all of his antics. He enjoyed fishing, watching NASCAR, playing the lottery, eating Krystals, and caring for his parakeets. He was preceded in death by his father, William B. Varnell, and his twin brother and best friend, Donald C. Varnell.

Survivors include his mother, Virginia M. Varnell; sister, Patti Perlaky, both of Chattanooga; brother, Mike Varnell of Nashville, Tenn.; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, close cousins, and many good friends.

Funeral services: Saturday, May 5, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Dr. Richard Mason officiating. Burial: Lakewood Memory Gardens, East. Visitation: Friday, May 4, from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. until the funeral hour at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 850 Fortwood Street, Chattanooga, Tenn. 37403. The family would like to thank Dr. Steve Perlaky for his valiant efforts with Ronny’s medical care for the past several years. He helped give the family more time with Ronny, and they are forever grateful.

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

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

Alice Hester Martin, 95, Rossville

Alice Hester Martin of Rossville died on Wednesday, May 2, 2012, at her residence. She was 95.

She was a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area. She was a beautician until the age of 70, although she claimed that she was only 16. She attended Terra Vista Baptist Church for many years, was a cancer survivor, and enjoyed ballroom dancing, crafts, and spending time with her family, each of which she called her “favorite.” She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Martin, son, Charles “Buddy” Martin, five brothers and sisters.

Survivors include her daughters, Evelyn Blevins and Helen Kincaid of Rossville, and Carolyn (Marty) Wall of Chattanooga; grandchildren, Mike Blevins, Teresa (Danny) Puryear, Sherry Blevins Welsh, Kim Crosslin, Steve (Maria) Wall, Jill (Brian) Smith, Billy (Karen) Blevins, and Jennifer Kincaid (Philip) Foster; twenty great-grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services: Sunday, May 6, at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Billy Blevins officiating. Entombment: Lomenick Mausoleum, East Ridge. Visitation: Saturday, May 5, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

A special thank you is extended to Hospice of Chattanooga for their endless care and support. An online guestbook is available at: www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home, located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Robinette Virginia Fawbush Crisp, 91, Chickamauga

Robinette Virginia Fawbush Crisp of Chickamauga died Thursday, May 3, 2012. She was 91.

Graveside service: at a later date. Arrangements: Wilson Funeral Homes, Chickamauga Chapel.

Hugh L. Worthy, 82, Lookout Mountain

Hugh L. Worthy of Lookout Mountain died Thursday, May 3, 2012 at a local hospital. He was 82.

He had lived most of his life in Knoxville, Tenn., and had lived the past 20 years in the Chattanooga and north Georgia area. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a 1967 graduate of the University of Tennessee, receiving a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He was the owner and operator of the Lewis M. Crowe Co. in Knoxville, Tenn.

He was a member of the Chattanooga Bicycle Club, the Chota Canoe Club, the Tennessee Valley Canoe Club, and the TSRA. His passions in life were his family, bicycling, paddling, and enjoying the outdoors and his cabin on Citico Creek where anything and everything could happen. He was an avid outdoorsman and an adventurer, and a reformed hunter and fisherman He said one time that he used to take pride in hunting but then he realized it was at the expense of the animals, so he quit and never did it again. He had a way of teaching those he was around that a man has to do what needs to be done. No one else is going to do it for you. He would also teach that life is long and one could lead many lives during that time, so enjoy your time on earth.

The next time you see Hugh rolling down the road on a summer evening, head bent over the handlebars, legs cranking, heart pounding, watch him very closely. At some point, he’ll start to blur a little bit as the light reflected from his body redshifts. He’s not on a bike anymore; he’s on a time machine. And as he is riding, he is going backwards in time. Don’t slow down, Hugh!

He was preceded in death by his mother, Lola Mae Wright; grandmother, Alice Ann Toole; and brother, James E. Worthy Jr.

Survivors include his wife, Daisy C. Blanton; two daughters, Janet A. (Mike) Scruggs of Panama City, Fla., and Linda S. Worthy of Panama City, Fla.; two grandchildren, Samantha L. (Matt) Kennedy of Knoxville, Tenn., and Courtney M. Scruggs of Brandon, Fla.; and two nephews, Eric Worthy of Baton Rouge, La., and James E. Worthy III of Oak Ridge, Tenn.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at 7625 Hamilton Park Dr # 22 Chattanooga, Tenn. 37421 or to Hospice of Chattanooga at 4411 Oakwood Dr. Chattanooga, TN 37416. An online guestbook is available at: www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements by: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, located at the end of Historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

William Robert Thompson, 61, Lakeview/Lynnwood

William Robert “Bobby” Thompson of the Lakeview and Lynnwood communities died Friday, May 4, 2012 at his residence. He was 61.

He was born on December 17, 1950, and had lived most of his life in Rossville.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Ray Thompson, and sister, Marcia Gilbert.

Survivors include his loving and devoted mother, Wilma Beatrice Thompson Knight and stepfather, Kenneth Knight; two brothers, Wayne Grider of Marion County, Tenn., and James Thompson of Atlanta; two sisters-in-law, Linda Bell of Atlanta and Shelia Kennedy of Marion County, Tenn.; several nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews.

Graveside services: Sunday, May 6 at 11 a.m. at the Lakewood South Memory Gardens. Visitation: Saturday, May 5 from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements by: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory located at the end of historic Missionary Ridge, Rossville.

Cheryl Ann Dodd Lusk, 57, Flintstone

Cheryl Ann Dodd Lusk of Flintstone died Friday, May 4, 2012. She was 57.

She had lived in the north Georgia area since 1985 and was a member of Rossville Church of God. She was an L.P.N. for the Jimmy Simpson Foundation in Rock Spring for more than 10 years and was a loving mother, nurse and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

Survivors include her parents, Osco and Louise Williams Sr.; daughter and son-in-law, Dana and Joshua Shields; son and daughter-in-law, Jarod Dodd and Shandie Hackler all of Flintstone; step-son, Robert Lusk of Chickamauga; brother and sister-in-law, Osco and Debbie Williams Jr. of Flintstone; two grandsons, Joshua “Colton” Shields and Thomas Miller Dodd; loved one, Bonnie Williams; mother of niece, Lisa Ackerman; nephew, Bryan Williams; great-niece, Taylor Ackerman and numerous friends and church family.

Funeral services: Monday, May 7 at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Kenneth Oliver officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Sunday, May 6 after 2 p.m. and prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Edith Maurice Ferrell Wilson, 83, Fort Oglethorpe

Edith Maurice Ferrell Wilson of Ft. Oglethorpe died Saturday, May 5, 2012. She was 83.

She was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, she was a former employee of Peerless Woolen Mills and Standard Coosa Thatcher and was a member of East Ridge Church of the Nazarene.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Junior Wilson; son, Johnny Jackson Ferrell; father and stepmother, John and Daisy Ferrell; mother, Valley Marie Davis and sister, Jerry Ann Brown.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Ernie and Connie Wilson of Ft. Oglethorpe; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Leila and Bill Hunt of Rossville, Linda Grant of Rossville, and Frances and Al Harmon of Lamirada, Calif.; two grandchildren, Danielle Chambers (Chris) of Harrison, Tenn., and Jeff Wilson of Ringgold; three great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Tuesday, May 8 at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Revs. Charles Knight and Dennis Kerley officiating. Burial: Chattanooga National Cemetery. Visitation: Monday, May 7 from 2-9 p.m. and Tuesday until funeral time at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

Leon Wesley Brown, 81, Ringgold

Leon “Buster” Wesley Brown of Ringgold died Saturday, May 5, 2012. He was 81.

She was a lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, he was a former employee of Mueller Company, where he retired after 30 years of service and was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. He enjoyed horses, dogs and NASCAR.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence “C.B.” and Hattie Norton; two sisters, Virgie Simpson (Earl) and Effie May Whitlow (Frank); five brothers, Ernest “Dutch” Brown (Bertha), Grady “Jerry” Brown (Agnes), Leonard Brown (Mage), Roy Eugene Brown and Carl Lee Brown; and great-grandson, Miles E. Berube.

Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Emma Lou Silvey Black Brown of Ringgold; three children, Judy Petty (Gary), Rick Brown and Vickie Wilson, all of Chattanooga, Tenn., beloved stepson, Charles Black of Dalton; sister, Katherine Plemons of Ringgold; four grandchildren, Ryan Berube (Sissy), Justin Berube, Wesley Brown (Amy) and Amy Dockery (Rusty); seven great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Wednesday, May 9 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial: Anderson Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, May 8 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday until funeral time at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: Wilson Funeral Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.

James C. Norman, Bristol, Va.

James C. Norman of Bristol, Va., died Friday, May 4, 2012.

He was a member of Belle Meadows Baptist Church, he was very active in a tract ministry, working within his church and individually. He was a constant and faithful witness to all for the Lord. Jim worked for Safty-Kleen Corp., was a graduate of the Lakeview High School and attended the University Of Georgia. He served in the U.S. Navy, receiving an honorable discharge. Honors were bestowed while in the Navy. He was a faithful patriot in civilian life.

He was preceded in death by his father, C.J. Norman, and stepfather, George Winston.

Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Teaser Norman; his mother, Sunny Winston; brother, Richard Winston; daughters, Janna (Marty) Engle, Jill (Lewis) Tester; stepdaughters, Jackie Ellen (James) Davis and Susan (Mike) Kohari; three granddaughters; one stepgrandson; three stepgranddaughters; three step-great-granddaughters; two step-great-grandsons; niece, June Griffin, and many close friends.

Funeral service: 6 p.m. at the church with his pastor, Dewey Williams, officiating. Visitation: Sunday, May 6, at 5 p.m. at Belle Meadows Baptist Church, 619 Waganer Rd, Bristol Va. Entombment: Monday, May 7 at 11 a.m. at Glenwood Cemetery, Bristol, Tenn., with military honors. Pallbearers: Ken Bailey, David Bailey, Daniel Jenkins, Michael Kohari, Chris Persiani, and Dennis King. Announcement by: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Jackie C. Hegwood, 69, Rock Spring

Jackie C. Hegwood of Rock Spring died May 07, 2012 at his home. He was 69.

He was a member of the Naomi Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Jackie Ashley Hegwood of Rock Spring; daughter, Jacqueline Jones of LaFayette; son David Bruce of Rossville; sisters, Louise Nichols of Rock Spring and Betty Slatton of Henagar; brother, Tommy Hegwood of Rock Spring; four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services: Tuesday, May 8 at 2 p.m. at Naomi Baptist Church. Service conducted by Revs. Garland Hullender and Mike Wallin. Burial: LaFayette Memory Garden. Visitation: Monday, May 7, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Pallbearers: Rick Jones, Jeff O’Bryant, Greg Philips, Roger Hegwood, Allen Bowers, Todd Hegwood, Mickey Caldwell, Pat Gould and Kim Hegwood. Honorary pallbearers: Adult #3 Sunday School Class of Naomi Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donation to Hospice of Chattanooga, 4411 Oakwood Dr. Chattanooga, TN 37416. Arrangements by: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home of LaFayette.

Jo Ann Wade, 63, Danbury, N.C.

Jo Ann Wade of Danbury, N.C., died Thursday, May 3, with her daughter, Melia, and close friends at her bedside at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. She was 63.

She was born in King, N.C., and had resided in Danbury for the past six years. She was retired from Graylyn National Conference Center in Winston-Salem.

She was predeceased by her parents, Stella and Ollie Ray Newsome; a son, Dennis McDavid; and by her husband, William H. Wade.

Survivors include her two children, Melia Hopkins of Hixson, Tenn., and Danny McDavid of Athens; two sisters, Judy Robertson of King and Susan Forrester of Memphis, Tenn.; five brothers, Ricky Newsome of Athens, Tenn., David Newsome of Houston, Texas, Roy Newsome of Westfield, N.C., Donald Ray Newsome of High Rock, N.C., and Wayne Newsome of King; seven grandchildren, Devin Hopkins and Matthew Betancourt of Soddy Daisy, Tenn., Briahn McDavid and Tristan McDavid of Athens, and Makayla McDavid, Adriahna McDavid and Dylan McDavid all of Boise, Idaho; and fiance, Bill Giroux of Danbury.

Graveside service: Thursday, May 10 at 2 p.m. at the Chattanooga National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tenn., followed by a reception of family and friends to celebrate her life at Buffalo Wild Wings in Hixson, Tenn. An online guestbook is available at: www.salemfh.com. Submitted by: Salem Funeral and Cremation Services, 120 S. Main St., Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101.

Minnie Ruth Shipp Bryant, 90, LaFayette

Minnie Ruth Shipp Bryant of LaFayette died Sunday, May 6, 2012. She was 90.

She was born to the late Warren and Maggie Mitchell Shipp on July 18, 1921 in LaFayette. She lived in Dallas, Texas, for 20 years, was a founding member of the House of Prayer Church in LaFayette and worked with her daughter at Shelia’s Flowers for many years.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas Bryant; sisters, Louie Wilbanks and Zillie Webb; brothers, Ralph, Buck, Leonard, Luke, Charlie and Judd Shipp.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Shelia and Don Dowda of LaFayette; son, John Paul Bryant of LaFayette; sister-in-law, Christine Dunwoody of LaFayette; two grandsons and spouses; David and Wendy Dowda, Jonathan and Nora Dowda; six great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Wednesday, May 9 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Chris Spears and Aquanetta Mills officiating. Burial: Naomi Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by Wilson Funeral Homes, LaFayette Chapel.

Lois Aileen Shiplet, 82, Fort Oglethorpe

Lois Aileen Shiplet of Fort Oglethorpe died Monday, May 7, 2012, in a health care facility. She was 82.

She moved here from Somerset, Ky., to the north Georgia area in 1996.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Shiplet.

Survivors include her son, Samuel Ryon; daughter, Diann Coots; brother, Jimmy Owens; sisters, Justeen Ellis, all of Ringgold; Norma Grimes of Alabama; grandchildren, Jeff Ryon, Angela Benson, Brian Hutton; five great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Wednesday, May 9, at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Joey Kelly officiating. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Tuesday, May 8, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to give special thanks to Rosewood Assisting Living and the staff of Parkside Nursing Home for the love and care given to Mrs. Shiplet. An online guestbook is available at: www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements by: Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Carol Beth Denton Hullender, 62, Tunnel Hill

Carol Beth Denton Hullender of Tunnel Hill died Sunday, May 6, 2012. She was 62.

She was a lifelong resident of Catoosa County.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Erb and Velma Denton; sister, Linda Ayers Hayes; and nephew, Tommy Mulkey.

Survivors include her husband of 41 years, David Hullender; daughter, Cyndi Hullender Thomas; son, Scott Hullender; special loving grandsons, Braden Hullender, Austin Hullender, Andrew Thomas and Calob Hullender; sisters, Dolores (Tom) Mulkey, Janice (Al) Brown, Cumming; brothers Richard (Pat) Denton of Somerset, Ohio, Mike (Alice) Denton; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial service: Saturday, May 12, at 1 p.m. at Unity Baptist Church in East Ridge. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. An online guestbook is available at: www.heritagefh.com. Arrangements by: Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

Brenda Dempsey, 48, Tunnel Hill

Brenda Dempsey of Tunnel Hill, died Saturday, May 5, 2012. She was 48.

She was preceded in death by her father, Ennis Robert Swaney.

Survivors include her sons, James Edward Dempsey and Jeremy Alan Dempsey; mother, Callie Belle Farmer Swaney; brothers, Steven Wallace Swaney and Dennis Earick Swaney; sister April Swaney Bairdain; grandchildren, Kylie Grace Dempsey, James Kolby Dempsey, Braxton James Stoker, Bailey Nicole Dempsey and Avery Leann Danz.

Funeral services: Tuesday, May 8, at 7 p.m. at the funeral home chapel with Revs. Carlos Brock and Greg Carnes officiating. Burial: Anderson Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Tuesday, May 8, from 4-7 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.jjonesfuneralhome.com Arrangements by: Jones Funeral Home of Tunnel Hill.



Robert Henson Honeycutt, 88, Rossville

Robert Henson Honeycutt of Rossville died Monday, April 30, 2012 in a local hospital. He was 88.

He was a member of Parkway Baptist Temple. He served in World War II in the Army Air Corps, where he was taken as a POW on the German death march of 800 miles in 86 days. Upon his release, he visited the birthplace of Jesus, which had an impact on his life. He was the founder of the Veterans of All Wars Museum and was honored as the Walker County Citizen of the Year in 2010.

He was preceded in death by four brothers, Wesley, Ed, Harry and W.J. Honeycutt and two sisters, Lillie Burkhart and Christine Goins.

Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Hazel Honeycutt; two children, Robin Cox and Eugene Honeycutt; three step-children, Clarence Boyd, Jr., Barbara Crosby and Charles Boyd; two brothers, Raymond Honeycutt and Milton Honeycutt; 11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service: Thursday, May 3 at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with David Sampson officiating. Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Wednesday, May 2 from 4-8 p.m. and Thursday from noon until funeral time. Arrangements by: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

Fae Omega Ware Ensley, 88, Ringgold

Fae Omega Ware Ensley of Ringgold died Monday, April 30, 2012 at an assisted living facility. She was 88.

She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior on September 21, 1935 and was a member of Salem Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle Ensley; father and mother, John and Annie Watkins Ware; four sisters, Tennie, Will Ann, Ida Mae and Gertrude; and six brothers, Ike, Bill, Date, David, Ted and Andy Joe.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Chester and Jeannie Ensley; daughter, Angelene Reich of Atlanta; two granddaughters, Karen and (Richard) Loftin and Kristy Ensley; two great grandchildren, Aiden James (AJ) Loftin and Bailey Christine Loftin; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and loving neighbors and friends.

Funeral services: Wednesday, May 2 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Sally Ensley officiating. Burial: Salem Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, May 1 from 5-8 p.m. and prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Arrangements by: Wallis-Stewart Chapel of Wilson Funeral Homes, Ringgold.

James “Buster” Granville Howard, 87, Ringgold

James “Buster” Granville Howard of Ringgold died Sunday, April 29, 2012. He was 87.

A lifelong resident of the north Georgia area, he was a former employee of Salem Carpet where he worked for 30 years, he was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he served during World War II and was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Rose Quinn Howard; two sisters, Dorothy Ware and Pearl Clark; and two brothers, Robert Howard and John Howard.

Survivors include his four sisters, Georgia Clark-Harbst (Harry) of Ringgold, Margaret Cooper (Albert) of Ringgold, Martha Boyer of Cleveland, Tenn., and Ethel Rule (William) of Harrison, Tenn.; two brothers, Jimmy Howard (Mary) and Roy Howard (Robin), all of Ringgold; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Wednesday, May 2 at 1 p.m. at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Neil Hasty officiating. Burial: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: Tuesday, May 1 from 3-9 p.m. and Wednesday until noon at the funeral home. The family would like to say a special thanks to Linda Morris for all that she had done for Buster. An online guestbook is available at: www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: Wilson Funeral Home Home Wallis-Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.

Catherine Davis Stiles, 70, Chickamauga

Catherine Davis Stiles of Chickamauga died Sunday, April 29, 2012 in a local hospital. She was 70.

She was born on November 16, 1941 to the late Leroy Webb Davis II and Dorothy Wilson Davis in Norfolk, Va. She was the oldest Davis grandchild of 27. She lived the first few years of her life with her grandmother during World War II and at that time she developed her love of cats. She was a 1960 graduate of Granby High School in Norfolk, Va., and she attended Elon College in North Carolina. Several years after college one of her good friends encouraged her to move to Atlanta to find a husband.

A couple of months later she met her “Prince Charming” while playing tennis at a city park in Atlanta. Catherine and Bob “Stiles” married on August 23, 1969, moved to north Georgia, and purchased Flegal Insurance in 1970. Mr. and Mrs. Stiles built their home in Chickamauga in 1978 where they have lived ever since. Chickamauga offered the small community that she loved. Her home was her sanctuary and a place to live, raise her family, and all of her pets. This was a very special place along with her grandmother’s farm in Gordonsville, Va., called the Happy Creek Farms.

She attended many events at Elizabeth Lee United Methodist Church, was a longtime member of Grace Episcopal Church in Chattanooga, and was currently a member of the Church of the Nativity in Ft. Oglethorpe. She was very involved in the Chickamauga community with the Chickamauga Women’s Club and the Chickamauga library, both having a special place in her heart.

She was an officer and director for Atlantic Dominion Distributors, Hoffman Beverage Company, and S&K Sales Company. She was well known for her zany sense of humor and her Halloween parties. She was also a compassionate, kind, and generous lady who had a willing spirit to help anyone in need. Her passions in life were her family, special afternoons with her grandsons, friends, games and pranks.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Leroy W. Davis, III.

Survivors include her husband of 42 years, Robert David Stiles Sr.; three children, Robert David Stiles Jr. (Cary) of Chickamauga, Wilson Webb Stiles Sr. (Chrissy) of Ft. Oglethorpe, and Laura Stiles Eldridge (Todd) of Chickamauga; sister, Robin Davis Ray (Richard) of Virginia Beach, Va.; her five beloved grandsons “five guys”, Ryan Eldridge, Reece Eldridge, Davis Eldridge, Robert D. Stiles, III (Tripp), and Wilson “Webb” Stiles Jr.; niece, Katherine McGuire Hines (Aaron); great-niece, Merideth McGuire Hines; and special friend, Peggy Ball and her daughter Sheena English.

Funeral service: private family funeral and interment in the Chickamauga City Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the Church of the Nativity-Episcopal at 1201 Cross Street in Ft. Oglethorpe. Celebration of life: Friday, May 11, 2012 from 3-7 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Research Foundation at P.O. Box 20256, Sarasota, FL 34276; American Cancer Society at 6221 Shallowford Rd # 102, Chattanooga, TN 37421; or to the Chickamauga Women’s Club at P.O. Box 846, Chickamauga, GA 30707. An online guestbook is available at: www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements by: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

Dorothy Elaine Sims, 78, Rossville

Dorothy Elaine Sims died April 28, 2012 in the comfort of her home. She was 78.

The compassion and unconditional love that she had for her family and friends was her way of expressing God’s love to those she loved so much. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who so many called “Nana.” Mom was always looking for an opportunity to help someone, the reward she received in her heart from it was enough thanks for her. She found such a joy in sewing and it showed in everything she made, from country crafts to beautiful quilts. Mom was known for her fun spirit and energy that always kept her on the go. Our family tradition is playing a game called Wahoo which all started with mom’s love for the game as a young girl. She is loved by so many and will be missed more than this family can say.

She was born on August 21, 1933 in Rossville, to Joe and Kate McDaniel; graduated at Lakeview High School in 1951 and married Fred Sims Jr. in 1951. She was preceded in death by her son LeBron Sims and her sister Wilene Spires.

Survivors include her three children, Sharon Troge, Kenneth Sims, and Gwendolyn Sanders; eight grandchildren, Tricia Lister, Christopher Scanland, Angie Smith, Mandy Quails, Kimberly Sims, Dustin Sims, Joshua Sanders and Alicia Sanders; and eleven great-grandchildren; one brother, Billy Joe McDaniel.

Graveside services: Friday, May 4 at 3:30 p.m. at the Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. Visitation: Friday from 1-3 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by: South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

Barbara Lane Lester, 76, Hixson

Barbara Lane Lester of Hixson died Sunday, April 29, 2012. She was 76.

She was a devoted wife and a loving mom. She supported her husband throughout his 26-year military career, making homes for her family wherever the Army sent them. She was always actively involved in PTA and Scouts. She loved traveling, playing cards, enjoying a good meal at her daughter’s home, or sitting and visiting at her son’s with TiAmo on her lap. “Granny Barb” loved sending surprise packages to all her grandchildren, as well as staying in touch with friends made over the years. She will be missed by many.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert Owen and Helen Elizabeth Perry, of Louisville, Ky. and her husband of 60 years, Frank C. Lester Sr., who passed away on March 26, 2012.

Survivors include her daughter, Vicki (Terry) Evans of Hixson; son, Frank C. (Forrest) Lester Jr. of Lawton, Okla.; daughter, Cindy (Hal) Mollenkopf of McKinney, Texas; nine grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.

Private services will be held at a later date. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Anthony Avitabile and staff, Dr. Larry Schlabach and staff, friends and neighbors for their excellent care and compassion. An online guestbook is available at: www.lane-southcrestchapel.com. Arrangements by: the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.

Betty Jean Shattuck, 86, LaFayette

Betty Jean Shattuck of LaFayette died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. She was 86.

She was in the furniture sales for over sixty years.

She was preceded in death by parents, Frank Shattuck, Sr., Annie McDaniel Shattuck; brother, Frank Shattuck, Jr.; nephew, James Shattuck; and great-niece, Nicki Shattuck.

Survivors include her sister-in-law, Laura Beth Shattuck; niece, Elizabeth and husband, Steve Bridges; nephews and wives, Maurice and Harriet Shattuck, David and Susan Shattuck, Philip and Anita Shattuck.

Funeral service: Thursday at 11 a.m. Service conducted by Rev. Ken Lewis. Burial: LaFayette Cemetery. Visitation: Wednesday, May 2 from 6-8 p.m. Pallbearers: great-nephews, Jeff Shattuck, Jason Shattuck, Will Bridges, Steven Bridges, Will Shattuck, Cole Shattuck, and Brandon Shattuck. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to an organization or church of choice. Arrangements by: Wallis-Wilbanks Funeral Home, LaFayette.

Archie Monroe Butler, 75, Chickamauga

Archie Monroe Butler of Chickamauga died Tuesday, May 1, 2012. He was 75.

He was born in Alabama to the late Milford H. and Maggie Butler. He worked several years in the sawmills and then worked for and retired from Walker County road department. He was of the Baptist faith, and enjoyed going to horse shows and riding horses.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Jane Clark Butler; brothers, Jay Butler, Ernest Butler; grandchildren, Jeremy Day and Melanie Bowers.

Survivors include his children and their spouses, Debbie Bowers of Chickamauga, Dale and Jane Pevehouse of LaFayette, Cindy Cordell of Rossville, Johnny and Fran Butler of Chickamauga, Kellie and David Day of LaFayette; sisters, Evergreen Kennit of Summerville, Truvella Butler of LaFayette; brothers, M. H. Butler, Robert Butler, Howard Butler, Joe Butler, Lester Butler, DeDe Butler and Albert Butler all of Chickamauga; eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Thursday, May 3 at 1 p.m. - graveside at Old Antioch Cemetery in Kensington. Visitation: Wednesday, May 2 from 3-9 p.m. and Thursday morning at the funeral home. An online guestbook is available at: www.wilsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Wilson Funeral Homes – Chickamauga Chapel.

Brenda Sue Lowery, 60, Fort Oglethorpe

Brenda Sue Lowery of Fort Oglethorpe died Monday, April 30, 2012 at her home. She was 60.

She was a lifelong resident of north Georgia and was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her husband, Fred Lowery of Fort Oglethorpe; son, Chris (Robin) Lowry of Temple Terrace, Fla.; parents, Virgil and Lettie Sue Kellogg; siblings, Virgil Kellogg, Jr., Paul Kellogg, Linda Gail Kellogg, all of Chickamauga; grandchildren, Grace and Canon Lowery; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services: Friday, May 4 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rich Brock officiating. Burial: Coulter Cemetery. Visitation: Thursday, May 3 from 5-8 p.m. and prior to the service Friday at the funeral home. Arrangements by: W. L. Wilson and Sons Funeral Home, Fort Oglethorpe.

John Jones, 91, Fort Oglethorpe

John William “Bill” Jones, born May 4, 1921, died Sunday morning, April 29, 2012. He was 91.

He was born in Atlanta and lived in Signal Mountain, Tenn., Brentwood, Tenn., and Oklahoma City, Okla., in his early years. He finally settled in the Chattanooga/Chickamauga area. He was in the U.S. Army Air Corps, photo interpreters group, and served in the South Pacific during World War II.

Upon returning from military duty, he received his diploma from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with a degree in agriculture economics. He was a welder, teacher, and helicopter pilot, but his greatest love was farming. He was able to combine all his skills into that one love. Bill was a life-long Presbyterian and a member of Chickamauga Presbyterian, Trion Presbyterian and Hope Fellowship Evangelical Presbyterian Churches, and was ordained as a deacon and elder in the Presbyterian Church.

His beloved wife, Isabelle, preceded him in death by one week.

Survivors include his sons, Stephen (Sarah) and Andrew; grandchildren Faith (David), Andrew (Charity), Elisabeth, and Abigail; and three great-grandchildren, Isabelle Ann, Jack, and Lena.

Funeral service: Friday, May 4 at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. Visitation: Thursday, May 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. Memorial Gifts may be made to: Hope Fellowship Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1, Chickamauga, GA 30707 Or to:The Gideons International, Post Office Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214—0800 Arrangements by: Heritage Funeral Homes, 3239 Battlefield Parkway, Fort Oglethorpe, Ga.

Fae Reed Brackett, 95, Port Charlotte, Fla.

Fae Reed Brackett of Port Charlotte, Fla., and formerly of Whitfield County, passed away Monday, April 30, 2012 in Port Charlotte, Fla. She was 95.

She was born on November 6, 1916, the daughter of the late Charles M. and Annie Capehart Reed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel F. Brackett, Jr. and daughter, Patricia Brackett Dendy.

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Wanda Carlock of Rocky Face and Carolyn and Gene Coulter of Punta Gorda, Fla.; a son, Charles Brackett of Andrews, N.C.; sister, Sybil Tate of Rocky Face; brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Bobbie Reed of St. Johns, Mich.; grandchildren, Cheryl and Alan Nuckolls of Rocky Face, Mark and Jan Carlock of Opelika, Ala., Audrey and Jay Grabowski of Glasgow, Ky., Steven and Sandra Dendy of Andalusia, Ala., Clark Coulter and Angie Bellairs of Spring Hill, Fla., Eric and Chris Coulter of Land O’ Lakes, Fla., Zachary and Sonja Brackett of Gainesville; great-grandchildren , Andrew Nuckolls, Kaci Carlock, Shane Newsome, Hunter Pennington, Nathan Grabowski, Ashley Grabowski, Hunter Dendy, Emily Dendy, Tatum Dendy, Jordan Brackett, and Delaney Coulter; several nieces and nephews.

Graveside service: Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Dunnagan Cemetery with Rev. Mark Carlock officiating. Visitation: Westside Chapel of Julian Peeples Funeral Home Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Dunnagan Cemetery Fund, C/O Carolyn Lewallen, 424 Lafayette Road, Rocky Face, GA 30740. Arrangements by: Julian Peeples Funeral Home, Westside Chapel, Rocky Face.