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Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist-Valley View Chapel Chattanooga Funeral Home believes that each funeral should be as unique and memorable as the life being honored.

Our experienced and knowledgeable staff works with families of all faiths and cultures to create tributes that reflect the special qualities of the person being honored, and our understanding of the grieving process enables us to assist families with empathy and compassion. Funeral and memorial services have evolved to include a variety of options for honoring and celebrating lives. Chattanooga Fu

neral Home can help customize services that are as elaborate or simple as you desire, from catered events to quiet observances with family and close friends. Our mission is to ease the burden of the families we serve by guiding them through the funeral process and ensuring their complete satisfaction. Chattanooga Funeral Home is a full-service provider, offering a broad selection of flowers, caskets, urns, register books, acknowledgement notes and other products to help you create a memorable and thoughtful ceremony and farewell. Our services are 100 percent guaranteed for your satisfaction. Since 1933, the caring staff of Chattanooga Funeral Home has provided funeral services to families in Chattanooga and the surrounding area. Today, we are proud to be a member of the Dignity Memorial® network of more than 1,800 funeral, cremation and cemetery service providers. When you choose a Dignity Memorial provider, you not only receive the compassionate care you expect from a locally operated establishment, but also the value you deserve from the largest and most trusted network of funeral, cremation and memorialization services. As a Dignity Memorial provider, we offer an array of unmatched services, including National Transferability of Prearranged Services, Bereavement Travel Services, a 24-Hour Compassion Helpline® and much more. Whether your need is immediate or you wish to plan in advance, our experienced staff is available to provide caring and thoughtful guidance and support. Please contact us if you need immediate assistance, or if you would like more information about our services.

Mary Charlene LaMar, went to her heavenly home on July 27, 2025 after battling cancer. Mrs. LaMar was born to Geraldine ...
30/07/2025

Mary Charlene LaMar, went to her heavenly home on July 27, 2025 after battling cancer. Mrs. LaMar was born to Geraldine and Leon Ziegler on May 27, 1950 in Chattanooga, TN where she graduated from Tyner High School. She went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Carson Newman College and a master’s degree of Social Work from the University of Tennessee.
Mrs. LaMar served as a social worker for Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home until having children of her own, dedicating her life to creating a loving and nurturing home for her husband of 43 years, Jack, and their two children. In later years, she opened The Tea Cottage, where she used her southern culinary skills to impact the lives of many individuals in the community.
God created Charlene with a very special gift of hospitality. She would ask questions that most would dare not inquire and would go out of her way to show kindness, not with an agenda, but because she genuinely cared about people. She viewed it as a calling to humbly and intentionally invest in the lives of people the Lord had placed in her path.
Mrs. LaMar was a member of Silverdale Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, playing the piano, cooking, and spending time with her grandkids.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved son, Ryan Jackson LaMar. She is survived by her husband, Jack LaMar, her daughter, Kathryn (Steven) Massaro, and her three grandchildren, Ella, James, and Owen Massaro. She is also survived by her brother, Terry (Cindy) Ziegler, brother-in-law, Chuck (Andrea) LaMar, sister-in-law, Georgia LaMar, and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 4-7:00PM on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 and from 1-2:00PM, before the 2:00PM service Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Hwy.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Joni and Friends, international disability ministry, http://joniandfriends.org
Visit www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com to share memories and words of comfort.
Arrangements entrusted to Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel.

Elizabeth Zoller Anderson Jones, a devoted servant of Christ and a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend...
28/07/2025

Elizabeth Zoller Anderson Jones, a devoted servant of Christ and a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 25, 2025. Born on December 21, 1939, in Orlando, Florida, Elizabeth lived a life defined by faith, resilience, joy, and a heart that overflowed with love for others.
She was a proud graduate of Boone High School in Orlando, where she was a popular cheerleader known for her lively spirit and natural warmth. One of her favorite stories from her youth reflected her charm and sense of humor: In the early days of Elvis Presley’s career, he visited Orlando. Elizabeth’s father, who was friends with the editor of the local newspaper, arranged for her to pose for a photo with Elvis kissing her on the cheek. Always thoughtful, Elizabeth declined the offer as she didn’t want to make her boyfriend jealous. That story remained a favorite memory she loved to share with a twinkle in her eye.
Later in life, Elizabeth pursued higher education and graduated summa cm laude from Chattanooga State Community College with a degree in Advertising Arts. Creative and driven, she used her talents not only in personal expression but also to serve God. She worked with several Christian ministries and ran a Christian arts business that allowed her to combine her love for art and her passion for sharing the Gospel.
Elizabeth’s greatest desire was to bring honor and glory to Jesus Christ. She served faithfully in her church, both as secretary and an active member in various ministries. Her faith was at the center of everything she did, and her life reflected a deep, unwavering trust in God. Her favorite Bible verse, which she lived by every day, was: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:13
In 1977, Elizabeth endured and overcame a devastating house fire at her home in East Ridge, Tennessee. After falling from a second-story window onto a concrete porch, she survived against all odds. Even in the face of that trauma, and many other challenges throughout her life, her spirit remained strong, and her faith never wavered. She was a true overcomer.
Elizabeth was deeply devoted to her family. She is survived by her husband, Fred Jones; her four children: Rick Anderson, Kirk (Patti) Anderson, Vickie (David) Howland, Marchiel (Chris) Huskey, and Mark Brouillard, whom she considered a son. Additionally, she is survived by her stepdaughters, Jennifer (Chris) Parton and Amy Bailey, and two sisters, Zaida Zoller and Reeny (Danny) Dawson. She leaves behind many cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were the pride of her life.
She was a joyful supporter of her family’s passions, especially motocross and camping, and could always be found on the sidelines cheering with pride. Her home was a warm and welcoming place, where her children’s friends were always greeted with love, and many came to affectionately call her their “second mom.” Her heart was generous, her smile infectious, and her presence comforting.
Elizabeth was also a gifted artist and an exceptional cook, known for creating meals that were as memorable as they were delicious. She saw the best in everyone, found light in the darkest moments, and never hesitated to share words of encouragement and hope.
She often said with a twinkle in her eye, “That’s the way the ball bounces, the law of the jungle, and the cookie crumbles.” In that playful phrase was her quiet wisdom, a reminder to embrace life with grace, humor, and faith.
Elizabeth leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, creativity, and unshakable faith. Though she will be deeply missed, her example lives in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
“Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your Lord.” – Matthew 25:23
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday July 30, 2025, at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 4:00 until 6:00 PM.
Visit www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com to share memories and view the video tribute.
Arrangements entrusted to Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel.

Dr. Larry Ewing Fogo, Sr., 93, passed away peacefully in Chattanooga, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family. A resi...
26/07/2025

Dr. Larry Ewing Fogo, Sr., 93, passed away peacefully in Chattanooga, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family. A resident of Chattanooga, Larry was born on September 27, 1931, to the late Byron and Grace Boyd Fogo.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 68 years, Susan Talley Fogo; his parents; his brother, Byron Mills Fogo, Jr.; his sisters, Mildred Jacqueline “M.J.” Collins and her husband, Gene Collins, and Nancy Caulkins and her husband, Wilford (“Billy”) Caulkins.
A graduate of Baylor School, Class of 1949, Larry continued his education at the University of Chattanooga and the University of Tennessee, ultimately earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Tennessee School of Dentistry in 1955. He practiced dentistry in Chattanooga for 50 years, 26 of those years alongside his son, building a legacy of gentle care, trust, and dedication to their patients.
Larry was a lifetime member of both the American Dental Association and the Chattanooga Area Dental Society. Beyond his professional life, he served his community faithfully as a member of the Kiwanis Club and as an elder at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Over the years, he and Susan were also active members of Trinity Presbyterian, Ridgedale Baptist, and Brainerd Presbyterian churches. A man of deep faith and generosity, with a heart for wanting people to know Jesus, his Lord and Savior, Larry was a strong supporter of Christian missionaries and ministries, including Bethel Bible Village, Chattanooga Prison Ministries, Chambliss Center for Children, and many others.
Larry enjoyed life’s simple pleasures: playing church softball for many years, spending cherished time at Ormond Beach, Florida, and most of all, being with his family. He was a devoted husband to Susan throughout their 68 year marriage, caring for her lovingly and faithfully after she was affected by polio early in their life together. Their marriage was a testament to enduring love, selflessness, and quiet strength. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a kind and caring presence in the lives of his patients and friends.
He is survived by his sons, Dr. James Mills (“Jimmy”) Fogo and his wife, Karen, and Larry Ewing (“Buddy”) Fogo, Jr. and his wife, Beth; grandchildren, Christy Fogo Martin (John), Katie Fogo Terry (Miller), Jimbo Fogo (Leslie), Elizabeth Fogo Robinson (Rob), Stewart Fogo (Jenny), and Byron Fogo; 17 precious great grandchildren, who brought him such joy; also, many nieces and nephews.
The family is deeply grateful to April Elaster for her loving care of Susan and Larry over the last decade, making her like a family member to us all. Thank you, April, from the bottom of our hearts. We would also like to give heartfelt thanks to Christy Fogo Martin for her wonderful care of her grandfather over the last several months. In addition, we would also like to thank Marcia, Christy, Drema, Linda and Jennifer from Home Comforts Sitting Service, as well as the staffs at Hearth Hospice and the Hospice Care Center for their compassionate care of Larry.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 31, at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel. Visitation will be from 10-12 followed by the service. Burial will be at Forest Hills Cemetery. Pallbearers are Jimbo Fogo, Stewart Fogo, Byron Fogo, John Martin, Miller Terry and J.D. Martin. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Larry’s memory to:
Bethel Bible Village
P.O. Box 724
Hixson, TN 37343
Brainerd Presbyterian Church
1624 Jenkins Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Hospice Care Center
937 Blackford St.
Chattanooga, TN 37403
Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.ChattanoogaValleyViewChapel.com
Arrangements by Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

Donald Charles Grob, Jr., long time Chattanooga resident, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his home on July 1...
25/07/2025

Donald Charles Grob, Jr., long time Chattanooga resident, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his home on July 1, 2025. He was 81 years old.
Don was a proud graduate of the University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1966 where he earned a B.S. degree and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. He was a 1962 graduate of Red Bank High School. At RBHS, he was President of the Service Club, National Honor Society member and Lettermen’s Club among his many honors. He was also a varsity athlete in football, wrestling and track. Don was elected Most Popular in this class, Coronation Court, and was a class officer.
Following graduation from UT, he entered the U.S. Navy where he progressed to the rank of Lt. (j.g.). Don was deployed on the U.S.S. Ranger Aircraft Carrier (1966-1969). Among his deployments, two were in Vietnam. In the Navy he was a Graduate of the Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron School, Basic Flight Training, the Naval Aviation Maintenance Officer School and the Naval Aviation Officer Candidate School (Naval Air Station, Pensacola, FL).
Some of his military honors included: National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal.
Upon Honorable Discharge from the Navy, he served as a Federal Sky Marshall for several years. Following that he was a manager with increasing responsibilities throughout his career in the General Services Administration of the U.S. Government. He was based in San Francisco, CA. Upon retirement, he returned to Chattanooga. In Chattanooga he held positions at Performance Honda and Mountain View Ford.
Don travelled extensively over the years in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. He was an avid photographer, an accomplished guitarist, and an amateur auto mechanic.
He was pre-deceased by his parents Donald C. Grob, Sr. and Vickey Swaim Grob, R.N. He is survived by his sister Dr. Diane Grob Schmidt (husband Warren) of Cincinnati, Ohio, his many cousins and his bundle of energy and fur - Georgia the cat. Don was a member of the Red Bank United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Red Bank United Methodist Church, 3800 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37415.
A private family service has been held.
Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.ChattanoogaValleyViewChapel.com
Arrangements by Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

William Michael “Mike” Clay, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025,...
22/07/2025

William Michael “Mike” Clay, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the age of 75.
Born on December 5, 1949, in Miami, Florida, Mike was the son of the late William Thurman Clay and Mary Evelyn Linville Clay. A devoted family man, he shared 50 wonderful years with his wife, Jane Hennessee Clay.
Mike was a proud and loving father to Rachel Clay Johnson and her husband, Jermey, Mary Catherine Clay PhD, and Jonathan Michael Clay. He found immense joy in his granddaughter, Cadee Campbell.
He is also survived by his dear sister, Patricia Mayfield, as well as a host of extended family members and friends.
A veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era, Mike served honorably in Germany. He was a faithful member of Silverdale Baptist Church and a man of quiet strength and steadfast faith, and unfailing kindness.
Mike had a wide range of interests that reflected his curious mind and skillful hands. He found peace in gardening, creativity in woodworking, fascination in beekeeping, and in flying model aircraft. Above all, he loved nothing more than simply spending time with his family, sharing stories, offering guidance, and making memories that will be treasured forever.
There will be no public services. In lieu of flower please make donations to St Jude's Children’s Research Hospital.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com.

17/07/2025

Deborah Jean Davis, age 70 passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025.
A visitation for Deborah will be held Friday, July 18, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist Valley View Chapel. A funeral service will occur Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM. A committal service will occur at Heritage / Tyner Churches Cemetery, 6620 Bonny Oaks Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

Patricia Kay “Patty” Ledbetter of Harrison, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was b...
16/07/2025

Patricia Kay “Patty” Ledbetter of Harrison, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 13, 2025. She was born in Yankton, South Dakota, to the late Richard and Dorothy Gross on June 8, 1959.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Herbert Gross and Dorothy Della Gross, father and mother in-law, Odis Harold Ledbetter and Jessie Lee Ledbetter, daughter, Savannah Lee Ledbetter, stepsons, Ronnie Glenn Ledbetter and Michael Shane Ledbetter, nephew, Jeremy Lee Gross, nieces, Stephanie Marie Potts and Krister Nicole Ledbetter.
Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Odis Ledbetter, stepson, Bryan Keith Ledbetter of Shelbyville, Tennessee, siblings, Douglas Wayne Gross (Vicki) of Amarillo, Texas, Richard Harold Gross (Marsha) of South Carolina, Leatha Marie Langford (Jon) of Harmony, North Carolina, and her best friend and twin sister, Pamela Sue Gross, grandsons, Zach Ainsworth, Cody Ainsworth, Shane Ledbetter, Hunter Ledbetter, Brandon Ledbetter, and James Hood, granddaughters, Alyssa Ledbetter, Constance Ledbetter, Amber Baltimore, Taylor Ledbetter, Natalie Hood, Kyah Hood, and Brianna Masengale, nephews, Blaine Gross and Jared Gross, and numerous great grandchildren.
Patricia retired from Council Fire Golf Course, where she worked in maintenance. Her happy place was the beach, and she really loved all her fur babies.
The family will receive friends from 5-8 Wednesday evening at the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11:00 am on Thursday in the funeral home chapel with Brother Travis Rodgers officiating. Interment will follow in New McDonald Cemetery.
Pallbearers include, Gerald Davis, Troy Widgeon, James Hood, Adam Watts, Cody Ainsworth, and Zach Ainsworth. Honorary pallbearer, Joseph Wingfield.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com.

We will never forget these brave young Soldiers who were taken from us ten years ago.
16/07/2025

We will never forget these brave young Soldiers who were taken from us ten years ago.

Sylvia Jean Whittaker – 87, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025.She was the daughter of the lat...
13/07/2025

Sylvia Jean Whittaker – 87, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Doc and Doshie Morris and was preceded in death by a brother, Glen Morris.
Sylvia retired as office manager for Arcadis Engineering. She spent the majority of her career working in Human Resources with several companies including Sears and Roebuck, Hensley Schmidt Engineering, Stone & Webster Engineering and Hamilton County Engineering.
In her early days, she loved bowling and enjoyed spending time watching her children participate in sports. Her greatest joy in life was being around her family.
Sylvia was a member of Ooltewah Baptist Church.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Terry Whittaker, of Ooltewah, TN, three children, Sheila Ware (Becky), of Stone Mountain, GA, Fred Ware, Jr., of Chattanooga, TN, Steve Ware (Kim), of Hixson, TN, four grandchildren, Tiffany Dodd (Jeffrey), Brandon Ware (Courtney), Zachary Ware, Katie Ware, three great grandchildren, Camden Ware, Briggs Dodd, Scarlett Dodd, three sisters, Georganna Wallin, Judy Thompson, Kathy Long, brother, Johnny Hughes and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, July 14, 2025, in the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home with Rev. Jeremy Colloms officiating. Entombment will follow in Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, Tennessee.
The family will receive friends from 11 am to 1:00 pm, Monday, July 14, 2025, at the funeral home.
A very special thank you to Hearth Hospice, especially Misty, Avis, and Candace for the wonderful care they provided.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz.org
Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.ChattanoogaValleyViewChapel.com
Arrangements by Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37421

Eric Leamon, a beloved brother, uncle, nephew and friend, passed away on July 5, 2025. His vibrant spirit and deep love ...
11/07/2025

Eric Leamon, a beloved brother, uncle, nephew and friend, passed away on July 5, 2025. His vibrant spirit and deep love for life, especially cherished moments with family and friends, left an enduring legacy in the hearts of all who knew him.
Eric was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine Thompson; his father, Marvin Leamon; and his beloved brother, Marty Leamon. He is survived by his siblings, Angela and Robert Roberts and Cristy Powers; his nieces, Destiny Black, Cathy Allen, and Brittany Cook; and his nephew, Gabriel Roberts, all of whom he adored. Eric also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will forever hold his memory dear.
A lifelong plumber, Eric took immense pride in his work, approaching every job with skill and care that reflected his commitment to excellence. His hands, steady and sure, fixed more than pipes—they built trust and respect in his community. Yet, it was by the water where Eric truly found peace.
Eric was the soul of every gathering, his laughter as constant as the waves on his favorite fishing hole. We loved his stories of all his unforgettable adventures. His spirit will live on in every sunrise over the water, every story we share, and the love he left behind.
A Celebration of Life will be held to honor Eric on July 25th, beginning at 12:00 PM at 1050 Acee Dr., in New Smyrna FL. All who loved him are invited to join us in sharing memories, perhaps of fishing trips or his infectious grin, as we celebrate a life so richly lived.

Tillie McKown Pearce Ling was born in Greenville, Mississippi on November 26, 1926. She was the twelfth child of her fat...
10/07/2025

Tillie McKown Pearce Ling was born in Greenville, Mississippi on November 26, 1926. She was the twelfth child of her father, Tilden H. McKown and the fourth child of her mother, Fannie Dunn McKown. Mr. McKown’s first wife died as a result of the Influenza epidemic of 1918 in Soddy, TN.
Tillie was educated in the Mississippi schools and came to Chattanooga in 1945. She began her career with the Provident L & A Insurance Company and would remain faithful to the only job she would ever have for 35 years until retirement in 1982.
Her first husband Frank A. Pearce died in 2000 and she went on to marry again in 2004 to John E. Ling until his passing on May 8, 2013.
Tillie is survived by her special niece, Charlotte Brown; stepdaughter, Martha Ling Jones; stepson, James E. Ling; step grandsons, Christopher Jones and Bryan Jones; step great-grandsons, Jonathan Jones and Lucian Jones; Godchild Jan Travis Coatney and “almost daughter,” Kathy Childress Lockhart.
A Celebration of Life service will be held in the Fall with day and time not yet determined.
Arrangements entrusted to the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home,

Joyce Ann Lawson, 87, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, July 5, 2025. She was born June 1...
07/07/2025

Joyce Ann Lawson, 87, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, July 5, 2025. She was born June 15, 1938, to the late Frances Fairbanks Jordan and Taylor Fairbanks. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Barney Crum Lawson, her brothers, Douglas, Roy, Howard, and William Fairbanks, and her son, Charles Kenneth Lawson.
She was of the Baptist faith. She retired from Hamilton County Schools as a special education bus driver.
Survivors include Kathy Lawson Barfield, Kevin (Lori) Lawson, Kelly (John) Lawson Williams, Donna Lawson, several grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished her family. The family would like to thank Betty Trew, Lynette Pass, and Mindy Ford for their compassionate care during the past two years.
Visitation ill be Monday, July 7, from 5-8 at the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday,July 8 at 11:00 am in the chapel. Interment will follow in Ooltewah Cemetery.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com

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