Chattanooga Times Free Press

Naomi Scott Fain, 91, of Spartanburg, SC died Thursday, August 4, 2022. Born August 25, 1930 in Spartanburg, SC, she was the youngest daughter of the late Joseph Clifford Scott, Sr. and Naomi Blanche Goodyear Scott and wife of the late Guy Franklin Fain, Jr. They were happily married from for 66 years, 1949 to 2015. Naomi was retired from Triplett's Furniture Store in Lenoir, NC. A member of Morningside Baptist Church, she participated in the WMU Bible Study and was a co-teacher of the Lydia Senior Class. She was also a member of the Cema Chreitzberg Garden Club and a graduate of Spartanburg High School and Spartanburg Junior College, now Spartanburg Methodist College. Naomi was an...

Mrs. Beatrice Brock Kilgore, age 89, of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, departed this life Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at her residence. She was born February 21, 1933, in Dalton, Georgia, a daughter of the late Virgil and Magdalene Dean Brock. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Bertha Lee Thornton, Minnie Duncan, Dessie McCurdy. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Sherry Kilgore of Indiana, Charlie and Marilyn Kilgore of Tennessee; daughter and son-in-law, Angela and Bill Goins of Tunnel Hill, GA; sisters, Isabel Gilbert, Lois Patterson, Pauline Dillard all of Dalton, GA; nine grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren; nieces and...

Philip G. McDowell Sr., 73, A Good Man left this world of pain, fear and unimaginable cruelty on Monday July 25, 2022,at home surrounded by his loved ones. After a long battle with cancer Philip always said he knew where he was going and wasn't afraid of death. Although not a member of any church Phil was a Christian, praying frequently and found peace in reading his bible. Proceeded in death by his loving son J. Nick McDowell, his mother "Jean" Womack McDowell, and father David Boyd. Philip was a man of integrity, honesty, patriotism, most proud of his family, hardworking and an all-around good man. Left behind to cherish his memory are his devoted wife Paula McCarter McDowell, Phil's...

Catherine (Tutti) Campbell Musick, 62, went to be with the Lord after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. She will remain in the hearts of all who knew her as a loving, caring and funny wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and lifelong friend. Catherine grew up in Knoxville, a born and bred UT fan. She graduated from Bearden High School (1978) and attended the University of Tennessee. After college Catherine moved to Chattanooga, met her husband Don, built their life together, and raised their family for over 30 years. She was strong and active in many charitable and service organizations while supporting the Catholic communities of both Chattanooga and Knoxville. She grew up in and...

Guy Martin Francis, Jr., passed away on July 19, 2022 in Knoxville, TN, at the age of 68. Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. and Mrs. Guy M. Francis, Sr., of Chattanooga, TN. He is survived by his sisters, Mary F. Corrigan, of Nashville, TN, and Elizabeth F. Kaleida ( Dr. Phillip) of Knoxville, TN. He was the beloved uncle to six nieces and nephews: Frank W. Corrigan, III (Meaghan), Erin C. Vallett, Daniel M. Corrigan (Heather), Andrew R. Kaleida (Meryl), Alex R. Kaleida (Anna) and Emily K. Castilla (Dr. Elias), in addition to 13 great-nieces and nephews. Martin graduated from Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga in 1972. There he was a star wrestler - becoming the...

Robert Bryan Clark, 89, husband of Joan Smith Clark died on Thurs., July 14, 2022 in Lexington, KY to be with his Lord and Savior and formerly of Crossville and Chattanooga, TN. He was born on Nov. 15, 1932, in Tuscaloosa, AL to the late Lorenzo Columbus (L.C.) and Annie Jim Clark. Robert was a veteran in U.S. Army and worked as a sales representative for Zep Manufacturing until retiring. He was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Crossville, TN and formerly a member of Southland Christian Church, Lexington, KY, an avid golfer, and gun collector. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Joan; one daughter, Susan Diane Clark Webb, Lexington, KY; one son, Alan (Kathy) Clark,...

Monsignor Robert Joseph Hofstetter, a priest of 68 years and faithful to the very end, passed away at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville on Thursday July 7, 2022. He was 94 years old. Msgr. Bob was born on November 19, 1927 to Oscar B. and Marguerite S. Hofstetter. He was one of six children. He received the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation at Holy Name Church in Nashville, Tennessee. After graduating from Father Ryan High School where he lettered in four sports, he attended the University of Notre Dame for three years, before being accepted as a seminarian for the Diocese of Nashville. His seminary formation took place at Theological College in Washington, D.C. ...

Nora Bola?os Tiongson of Roswell, Georgia passed away on Monday, July 4th, 2022, at the age of 87. Nora was born on April 4, 1935 in the province of Batangas, in the Philippines, daughter to Sulpicio and Mena Luansing Bola?os, the sixth of seven children. The residents of Batangas are known for their fiery spirit, and Nora exemplified their love for life. As a child, she would sleep on the open air porches of her family's farm and savor her favorite fruits?mango, papaya, and young coconut?cut fresh from the trees. Later during World War II, when the Japanese came looking for her father, she and her sisters fled to a nunnery in the mountains. When told that she should become a pharmacist...

Martha Helen (Clayman) McFarland (91) of Asbury Place, Maryville, TN, passed away on June 23, 2022, at Asbury Place. She was born May 11, 1931, in Kingsport, TN to W. Edgar Clayman, Sr. and Ruby (McCoy) Clayman. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 59 years, the Rev. Gerald Hart McFarland, a United Methodist Minister of the Holston Conference. She is survived by sons, W. Lawrence (Larry) McFarland of Swanzey, NH and Paul F. McFarland and wife, Karen, of Timberlake, NC; grandsons, Eric S. McFarland and wife, Cindy, of King, NC, and Jason A. McFarland of Raleigh, NC, great granddaughter, Aleigha Claire McFarland of King, NC., brother, W. Edgar Clayman, Jr. of Houston,...

A memorial service for Wilson Roger Posey, age 75, of Signal Mountain, TN will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in Signal Mountain, TN. Graveside service will be held at 3 pm on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at Bevills Chapel Cemetery in Hazel Green, AL. Wilson Roger Posey was born April 4, 1947, in Fayetteville, Lincoln County, Tennessee. Roger was an accomplished musician, playing piano, organ, and guitar. He loved all types of music and throughout his life, amassed a large collection of records and CDs. His love of music started early in life. He studied piano for ten years. Early on, people recognized his talent and asked him to play for them. His...

Kathy Marie Palmer, 68, most recently of Fort Belvoir, Virginia, died on June 16, 2022. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Kathy was born in Kingsport, Tennessee on July 8, 1953, and grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where she was a graduate of Brainerd High School. She studied education, receiving degrees from both the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Kathy was a teacher for more than 20 years, working at various times with students of all ages, including a stint helping Army soldiers earn their GEDs. She lived all over the country as an Army spouse, making numerous friends wherever she lived. More...

Mr. Dale Leon "Speedo" Stockman, age 90, of Argos, Indiana, departed this life Monday, June 13, 2022 at the home of his son in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Mr. Stockman was born April 13, 1932, in Bourbon, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his mother, Letha Marie Weisert Stockman, his father and stepmother, Paul Clyde Stockman and Lenna B. Stockman, sisters, Norman June Stockman and Carol Joan Stockman and a granddaughter-in-law, Marie Westafer. He was a 1950 graduate of Bourbon High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a tree surgeon by trade and was an internationally recognized 'legend' featured on the History Channel's "American Pickers". A...

Martha Lerch Norris, age 89 of Murfreesboro, TN passed away June 6, 2022. Retired from Tennessee Baptist Convention. Funeral service 1:00 PM Saturday, June 11, 2022, with visitation 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM prior to the service. For full obituary see williamsonmemorial.com. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 615 794-2289.

COFFELT, Bettye Jo Baker, age 91, of Madisonville, passed away 12:10 P.M. Sunday, June 05, 2022 at Wood Presbyterian Home. Bettye was a graduate and retiree of Hiwassee College and was a member of The Easter Star. Preceded in death by husband William M. Coffelt, son Jeff Coffelt, parents Henry & Mildred Baker, 2 brothers & 2 sisters.Survivors-Sons: Marty Coffelt, Randy Coffelt; Daughters: Jennifer Coffelt, Cindy Goodson; 15 Grandchildren, 9 Great grandchildren; Sister: Carol Minter; Sisters-in-law: Patricia Baker and Sallye Baker; several nieces & nephews. Funeral 5:00 P.M. Friday, Biereley-Hale Chapel, Rev. Betty Furches officiating. Interment Hiwassee College Cemetery. ...

Jo Ann Schoolfield Jacobs, of Marietta, Georgia, died at home on June 4, 2022, following a long struggle with vascular dementia. Her daughter, Nancy Overholtzer, and Roger Smith, her son by another mother, were by her side. She was born October 31, 1936, in Spring City, Tennessee, where she graduated from Spring City High School and attended Tennessee Technological University. She loved her college experience and instilled in her daughter the value of higher education. Jo Ann was a beautiful child (Little Miss Spring City) and a beautiful woman. She married the love of her life, Vernie (Vernon) Edward Jacobs, on October 20, 1956, at the age of nineteen. Jo Ann started a 33-year career with...

Brenda Sue Brown, 73, formerly of Chattanooga, TN died Monday morning, May 16, 2022 at her residence. She had lived in Sebring since 2018. Brenda enjoyed cooking, music and singing, playing rummy and her family. She was Baptist by faith. Brenda was preceded in death by her husband, Rex Brown, parents, Pauline Brown and Bernard Chauncey, daughter, Paula Wilson, granddaughter, Tiffany DeFriese, sister Perrye Willis and nephew, Cliff Brown. She is survived by her children, Paul "Wayne" (Crystal) Smith, Jr., Eddie Smith, and Tracie (Derek) West; son -in-law, Eric Wilson; brothers, Billy (Donna) Henrey, Gene Brown, and Ronnie Chauncey; 18 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren; beloved...

Ruby Rutherford Jennings, age 99, went to her Heavenly Home on May 15, 2022. Born in Knoxville, TN, her last residence was Ooltewah, TN. Ruby was a beautiful, loving, caring Wife, Mother, Daughter, Aunt, and Person. She was a Christian and last a member of Concord Baptist Church in Chattanooga, TN for sixteen plus years, where she served the Lord as Secretary-treasurer of WMU, worked in Bible School and vistition. She also served at the Hacoba Food Bank for several years. She retired from the Federal Government, Social Security Office, where she was a claims Representative. She worked for the State Office of Transportation in Knoxville as a secretary; worked in the billing Office of Miller's...

Mrs. Mary O'Leta (Lewis) Price, of Dalton, Georgia, the daughter of the late Hibert and Essie Lewis of Benton, Tennessee passed away at her sons Chattanooga home on May 9, 2022 at the age of 91. Mrs. Price was a school bookkeeper and secretary at Tennessee's Polk County High School, Eastbrook High School, North Whitfield High School and Northwest High School. A wife, mother and grandmother, Mrs. Price had a 71 year love affair with her late husband, Harold J. Price of Dalton, Georgia. Mrs. Price is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Renee Price of Chattanooga, Tennessee; granddaughter, Mary Catherine Price of Woodstock, Georgia; step-grandchildren, Jake Espinosa and Emily...

Robert J. Ingram (Bobby), age 74, departed this life Friday, April 29, 2022 at Saint Joseph Hospital in Tampa Florida. Born in Carlisle Pennsylvania on October 28, 1947, he was a former resident of Chattanooga Tennessee, where he grew up and was employed at The Singer Company for many years. In the late 80's He relocated to Tampa Florida, where he retired in 2018. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Julian Ingram, and mother, Mary Ellen Dunn Quarles Ingram. He is survived by his son, Jason Richard Griffith (Megan), sisters Rita Britton (Don), Janice Womac (John), and brothers David Ingram and Johnny Ingram (Denise), several nieces, nephews and extended family. Arrangements...

Donald "Lane" Owens of Chattanooga, TN passed away on April 21, 2022, at the age of 56. Born in Columbus, GA, Donald was preceded in death by brothers Rodney Jay Owens and Richard Dausie Grissett, and grandparents Walter and Jean Edge. He is survived by children Kyle Owens and Kassie Owens-King, mother and stepfather Patricia and Walter Caines, and good friend Grant Behrendt. Donald was employed by Amazon and attended Living Faith Church in Chattanooga. He was extremely kind and loving, especially to his mama. No services will be held at this time.

Julia Anne, (Julie Vogel) Petroutson, a resident of Peachtree City, Georgia, for over thirty years, graduated to Heaven April 7, 2022, after an extended illness with lung cancer. Julie was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on February 11, 1951, living on Lookout Mountain, Georgia, during her formative years. Julie graduated Girls Preparatory School in 1969 and went on to acquire her Associates Degree from Massey Junior College in Atlanta, Georgia, majoring in Cosmetology. After graduation, Julie became a flight attendant for 3 1/2 years with Delta Airlines. Afterwards, Julie changed her career path to retail sales, retiring with 22 years in the Belk Department Store's cosmetic department....