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Sarah Pope Blackburn, 90, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. She was a 1953 graduate of Central High School in Kno...
29/07/2025

Sarah Pope Blackburn, 90, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. She was a 1953 graduate of Central High School in Knoxville, TN. Sarah was employed with Profitt’s, where she retired in 1998. She was a faithful Christian, attending both Brainerd Baptist and Silverdale Baptist.

Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, Emory and Velma Williams, and brothers, Lee Williams and Jimmy Williams.

She is survived by her sister, Donna Williams; sister-in-law, Donna Williams; nephews, Rick Williams (Julie) and Emory Williams (Heather), as well as nieces, Tara Smith (Mike) and Jennifer Crawley (Derrick).

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Turner Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. in the chapel.

Share your memories and express condolences to the family on their guestbook located on the Turner Funeral Home website. (www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com)

Supporting a Grieving Colleague in the WorkplaceWe at Turner Funeral Home found this Funeral Basics article about grief ...
28/07/2025

Supporting a Grieving Colleague in the Workplace
We at Turner Funeral Home found this Funeral Basics article about grief support for your "Work Family". Hopefully, you will find it helpful and informative for those times that you do not quite know what to say or do.
Oftentimes, we may only think about grief’s impact on our own personal lives, our family members, or our closest friends. But grief can enter other places we inhabit – like the workplace. If you’re a manager or are paying attention to your co-workers’ moods and habits, at some point you will likely see a colleague struggling with grief. If this happens, you may feel unsure about how you can help. Here are a few suggestions for how to appropriately express support to a grieving colleague in the workplace.
Tip #1: Be Patient If you are a manager, being patient with your grieving employee is particularly important. On average, Americans receive 3-4 days of bereavement leave in the aftermath of a loss. After this short period of time, employees are expected to return to work and fully engage in their assigned tasks. However, the stress of losing a loved one and returning to work so quickly may feel overwhelming. In a study on grief’s effects on job performance, 75% of participants claimed they experienced concentration difficulties that extended beyond the period of paid leave.
If you notice that a direct report isn’t adjusting well after a loss, you may want to consider providing more paid leave. If this isn’t an option, make sure he or she feels safe and comfortable in the work environment. Be patient with the employee, communicate your sympathy, and consider temporarily reassigning any tasks or projects that require a high level of creativity or energy.
If you are a co-worker, also try to extend patience and kindness to the grieving person. If they forget a few things or seem to be unfocused, bring them back to the task at hand with kindness.
Tip #2: Say Something One of the most discouraging things about grief is that people tend to shy away from the person who is sad. This reaction is problematic because hurting people need support from those around them.
If you don’t know what to say to a colleague, be honest about your uncertainty, and consider communicating something like this: “I don’t know what to say. I’m so sorry for your loss. If you need anything or if I can help with (fill in the blank), let me know.”
Try to be specific in your offer to help, especially if you can take point on a project or relieve some of the stress they feel. Of course, you can always help in other ways, like providing a meal, donating to a special cause on their behalf, or leaving a card or a small, simple sympathy gift on their desk. Any small gesture could make a world of difference and make your colleague feel understood and supported at work.

Tip #3: Focus on the Mourner’s Grief When someone is grieving, try to keep the focus on their loss, not your own losses. In an effort to connect, you may be tempted to talk about your own losses. Most of the time, this tendency isn’t helpful. While you may have lost someone dear to you, the focus right now should be on your colleague’s loss. Attempts at grief identification (trying to equate your loss with theirs) may communicate to others that you are assuming that you know how they feel, which can be seen as presumptuous and offensive.
For many people, the challenge is to avoid giving too much advice or easy answers. There’s nothing wrong with offering support or a word of encouragement but avoid telling the person what to do or how to feel. Platitudes or cliches tend to minimize the other person’s pain and send the wrong message.
If you are tempted to “make it better” by telling them that their loved one is in a better place or they are at least no longer in pain, don’t do it. Let your colleague tell you how they feel. For your part, listen and express your sympathy and support. No advice you give is going to fix a person’s situation, but you can offer genuine help and care.

Tip #4: Check In Occasionally For the first few weeks after loss, mourners typically receive an abundance of support and help. As time goes by, the shock and numbness wear off, but that’s when the reality sets in. Their loved one is not coming back. Make sure to check in every few months and genuinely ask, “How are you holding up?”
Don’t assume they are “strong” because they are doing well at work. Allow them to tell you how they are coping and talk about their loved one by name. The sweetest sound to a mourner’s ears is usually the name of their loved one being remembered by others.
Regardless of the specifics of the situation, losing a loved one is hard. But the pain of loss can be compounded by the stressful demands of the workplace. Those who are obligated to return to work soon after a loss are particularly vulnerable to stress and work frustration. As a work colleague, it’s important to take steps to make a grieving co-worker feel comfortable and supported.
Please visit the Turner Funeral Home website at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com for additional resources and information. You may contact us directly at (423) 622-3272 with any funeral related questions or requirements that you may have. Thank you for following us on Facebook.

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
27/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. We at Turner Funeral Home today offer the final floral selection from the article. We sincerely hope that you have found this information interesting.
King Protea
The national flower of South Africa, the King Protea symbolizes strength, resilience, and the enduring nature of life. The flower’s ability to survive harsh conditions created a cultural connection to overcoming adversity and embracing the future. Because of its deep roots in South African culture, the artichoke-like flower is often used at funerals. It gives mourners a way to express their love and care for a lost loved one in a way that is uniquely suited to South African traditions.
Flowers are used all over the world to convey sympathy, respect, and remembrance. If you are selecting flowers for a culture that is not your own, consider asking which flowers would be appropriate. For example, flowers are not part of the Jewish funeral tradition. Because of that, they wouldn’t be the best choice for paying respects and supporting the grieving family. When in doubt, ask someone who knows, like a family member, friend, or even the funeral director.
The Turner Funeral Home website offers additional resources and information (www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com) Please call us directly at (423)622-3171 with any funeral related questions or requirements. Thank you for following Turner Funeral Home on Facebook.

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
27/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. We at Turner Funeral Home are offering daily selections from the article that we sincerely hope that you find interesting.
Lei
Hawaii is well-known for its use of the lei for many occasions. One of these occasions is the funeral, where the lei is used to express condolences and respect for the deceased and their family. In Hawaii, the lei represents love, respect, and the circle of life and may be worn by guests, draped over photos or the casket/urn, or set out to decorate the funeral service area. In some cases, the lei may be thrown out into the ocean, symbolizing the release of a loved one’s spirit. Various types of leis can be used, including maile, ti leaf, and orchid leis.
The Turner Funeral Home website offers additional resources and support for those experiencing grief.
(www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com). Please call us directly with any funeral related questions or requirements that you may have. (423)622-3171. Thank you for following us on Facebook.

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
25/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. We at Turner Funeral Home are offering daily selections from the article that we hope you find interesting.
Jasmine
While flowers are used more sparingly in Middle Eastern funerals, jasmine and white lilies are often considered acceptable choices. Jasmine is associated with death, remembrance, spiritual realms, and the afterlife. Some families may use the strong, sweet fragrance to scent their homes. Other families will leave the flowers at the grave to offer respect to the departed. Middle Eastern cultures often focus more on spiritual connection through prayers, but there is still room for personal expression through floral arrangements.
The Turner Funeral Home website, www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com, offers additional resources and support for those experiencing grief. Please call us directly at (423)622-3171 with funeral related questions and requirements. Thank you for following us on Facebook.

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
25/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. We at Turner Funeral Home are posting a flower from this article daily. We sincerely hope that you find the information interesting.
Chrysanthemum
In many Asian cultures, the lovely chrysanthemum is closely associated with death and funerals. These delicate plants convey grief, lamentation, respect for the deceased, and condolence for the family. White and yellow are considered the most suitable colors. The chrysanthemum may also be used in Western culture funerals, though there’s less emphasis on specific colors. Instead, you can include chrysanthemums of any shade at a loved one’s final tribute.
The Turner Funeral Home website offers additional resources for dealing with grief. (www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com). Please call us directly at (423)622-3171 with any funeral related questions or requirements. Thank you for following us on Facebook.

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
23/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. We at Turner Funeral Home sincerely hope that you find this information interesting.
Marigold (Cempoalxochitl)
Perhaps most well-known for its use during Dia de Los Mu***os in Mexico, the marigold is considered the “flower of the dead.” Its color and fragrance are thought to guide the souls of the deceased back to the world of the living, where family and friends leave offerings to pay their respects. The bright, cheery color celebrates life instead of focusing on the bitterness of death. Additionally, the marigold is essential to Hindu funerals because it symbolizes the cycle of life and death, guiding the soul to its next incarnation.
The Turner Funeral Home website has additional resources for dealing with grief in all its forms. Please access that information at www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com. Feel free to call us directly at (423)622-3171 with any funeral related questions or requirements. Thank you for following us on Facebook.

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
23/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. Turner Funeral Home will feature one of these flowers daily this week. We hope you find this information helpful.
Roses
Roses are practically synonymous with profound love. In Latin American and Western cultures, any color rose can be offered as a remembrance after a loved one’s death, though red and white are perhaps the most common. However, in some Asian cultures, the color red represents celebration and happiness, and because of that, red roses are inappropriate for a funeral. They use white instead for its connection to purity and reverence.
The Turner Funeral Home website (www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com)offers additional references and information. Please call us directly for funeral related questions and requirements. (423)622-3171

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers c...
21/07/2025

For millennia, flowers have been a universal representation of love, life, and loss. In many cultures, funeral flowers carry deep-rooted and cherished significance. They create a soothing atmosphere, evoke positive emotions, create connections, and convey messages of love and support. An excellent article from Funeral Basics discusses several prominent funeral flowers around the world and why they may be more culturally significant in one area of the world than another. We at Turner Funeral Home will post them one at a time this week.
White Lilies
In many cultures, the white lily is commonly used for funerals. These trumpet-shaped blooms represent purity, innocence, peace, and the resurrection of the soul. Because of their close association with the soul, white lilies are often seen at religious ceremonies and other commemorative events in Western, Latin American, and Asian cultures. A traditional choice for funerals since ancient times, the lily is fitting for a time of reflection and mourning.
We hope you find this information helpful. Find additional resources on the Turner Funeral Home website at (www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com). Please call us directly for assistance with funeral questions or requirements. (423)622-3171

Betty Melton Holder, 89, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. Betty was a faithful member of Meadowview Baptist Church ...
18/07/2025

Betty Melton Holder, 89, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. Betty was a faithful member of Meadowview Baptist Church for 45 years. She was employed as an office manager for Agricultural Stabilization Conservation Service (ASCS), where she retired after 35 years.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Vernice and Neal “Bus” Melton; brothers, J.E. Melton, Don Melton and sister, Virginia Cordell.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Ned Holder; brothers, Dean Melton (Regina) of Chattanooga, TN, Jackie Melton (Patty) and Ronnie Melton, both of Decatur, TN, and sister, Sarah Cordell (Paul) of Hixson, TN, as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 20, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Meadowview Baptist Church, 10715 Ooltewah Georgetown Rd, Georgetown, TN 37336. A funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. in the chapel with Pastor Jeff Duncan and Pastor Al Miller officiating.

Betty will be laid to rest in Lakewood Memorial Gardens East on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 11 a.m.

Pallbearers will be David Johnson, Michael Arp, Chad Cordell, Chet Bray, Scottie Cordell, James Shumake, Tony Cordell

Share your memories and express condolences to the family on their guestbook located on the Turner Funeral Home website.
(www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com)

"And when great souls die, after a period peace blooms, slowly and always irregularly. Spaces fill with a kind of soothi...
18/07/2025

"And when great souls die, after a period peace blooms, slowly and always irregularly. Spaces fill with a kind of soothing electric vibration. Our senses, restored, never to be the same, whisper to us. They existed. We can be. Be and be better.
For they existed.
-Maya Angelou

Donald R. Hall, 71, affectionately known as “Trash” to his Tennessee family and “Zobe” to those who loved him in Alabama...
14/07/2025

Donald R. Hall, 71, affectionately known as “Trash” to his Tennessee family and “Zobe” to those who loved him in Alabama, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, surrounded by those who cherished him most. For 47 years, Donald was a Chattanooga resident and was of the Baptist faith. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, he was the very definition of loyalty and heart. Nothing brought him more joy than being with his grandchildren, who were the light of his life. Whether cheering them on from the sidelines, teaching them life lessons, or just spoiling them, he never missed a moment to show his love and pride.

Donald was an avid fan of NASCAR and football. He could break down a race like a pro and argue football stats with the best of them.

He leaves behind a legacy of fierce love, loud laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Beatrice Hall; sister, Emma Lou Allums, and brothers, Ronald Hall, Stancil Hall, Edward Hall, JL Hall, Roy Hall, Jamie Hall and Billy Joe Hall.

He is survived by his loving wife, Wilma Hall; son, Tracy Phillips; daughters, Melissa Hyde (Mike) and Anna Borgia (Michael); brother, Martin Hall (Dorothy); sisters, Linda Sperling (Terry) and Susie Miller (James); grandchildren, Paige Phillips, Trace Phillips, Anika Perry and Daniella Borgia, as well as his great-grandchildren, Jackson, Remi, Asher and Aldean.

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to Roger and Elaine Hall, whose love, support, and kindness have meant more than words can express during this difficult time.

Donald will receive friends in both Tennessee and Alabama, where his memory lives on in the hearts of all who called him family and friend.

In Tennessee, there will be a visitation on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. (EST) at Turner Funeral Home, 3913 Webb Rd, Chattanooga TN 37416.

In Alabama, the family will receive friends on Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. (CST) at New Horizon Memorial Funeral Home, 5203 Hollis Goodwin Rd, Dora AL, 35062. A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor Herbert Thomas and Alan Hall officiating.

Donald will be laid to rest in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Share your memories and express condolences to the family on their guestbook located on the Turner Funeral Home website.
(www.turnerfamilyfuneralhome.com)

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