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Williamson and Sons Funeral Home embraces that all families deserve the heartfelt level of care that does not come with compromise. Call us 24/7.

Our focus is to serve everyone with creative options in a way that is unique to your loved one. Williamson & Sons Funeral Home in Soddy-Daisy, TN provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together de

cades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations. Licensed staff members are available around the clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to discuss your needs. Whether you are doing pre-planning or need to hold a service soon, we are ready to answer our phone and offer you warm, friendly, and empathetic service. Learn more about our funeral services.

08/07/2025

Andrea Lee “Andi” Robinson Hollis, age 53, passed away Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025.

Andi was born and raised in Hixson, and was a graduate of Hixson High School and Chattanooga State Community College, where she earned a degree in Nursing. She worked as a labor and delivery nurse at Erlanger Hospital, a job she loved and where she impacted countless lives and made lifelong friends.

Andi was known for her big, warm and loving personality and as a nurse who cared for everyone. Her presence was a hurricane of energy—loud, unapologetic, and utterly wonderful. She had a way of making people feel included. She always said “I love you!” at the end of a phone call or even out the window of her car as she drove past. She made friends easily and loved them fiercely. She will be missed beyond measure.

Andi was preceded in death by her parents, Jackie and Eleanor Robinson, of Hixson.

She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Kevin Hollis, and their three sons, Logan Hollis, Morgan Hollis and Evan Hollis (Kinsey), and two grandsons, Asher and Crew, all of Hixson. She is also survived by her brother Gil Robinson and sister Terry Dobbins, also of Hixson. She leaves behind her fur babies Dixie, Tallulah, Murphy and Sadie and her cat Lucy.

The Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, Aug. 9. at Williamson & Sons Funeral Home at 8852 Dayton Pike in Soddy-Daisy. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. and end with the service at 1 p.m. Following the service, the family will receive guests from 2:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Calvary Chapel Northside at 8615 Hixson Pike in Hixson.

Our prayers are with her many loved ones during this time. She will be forever missed.

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08/07/2025

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08/06/2025

Robert “John” Barats, 62 of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee passed away August 5, 2025. He was a mechanic and an avid dirt track racer for many years. John was a longtime employee of Stein Construction where he was an equipment operator.

His mom and dad, Carol and Jim Spongross; his biological father, Robert John Barats, Sr. and a sister, Bonnie McPherson, preceded him in death.

John was survived by his spouse of thirty five years, Martha; two daughters, Tiffany Barats and Alyssa (Craig) Leonard; a brother, Jim Sprongross, Jr.; a sister, Karen Spongross, his uncle, Tom Tocknell; his grandchildren, Dakoda and Cheyenne Fresquez and Sydney and Jaxton Leonard along with five great-grandchildren and his best friend, Daisy May.

There will be a gathering to celebrate John’s life from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Friday, August 8, 2025, at Williamson & Sons funeral Home.

He will be forever missed by his many loved ones.

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08/06/2025

Thomas Otto Wilkinson, born March 7, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, and friend, Tom’s life was defined by kindness, faith, generosity, hard work and a deep love for people.

Tom was married for 64 wonderful years to Ethel Louise, the love of his life and his steadfast partner in every chapter. Together they raised four children who carry forward his legacy of humor, service, and family devotion: Dave (Lori) Wilkinson of Temecula, CA; Jack (Terri) Wilkinson of Cary, NC; Cindy (Steve) Carden of Franklin, TN; and Sue (Brian) Jerd of Soddy Daisy, TN.

A proud veteran, Tom served his country honorably in the Korean War. After returning home, he poured his energy into building a meaningful life filled with family, music, and service. He was a longtime and faithful member of Burks United Methodist Church in Hixson, TN, where he was known for his warm smile, steadfast faith, and generous spirit.

Music was a lifelong passion for Tom which was passed down through generations of Wilkinsons. He volunteered at summer band camps, teaching brass to beginning music students well into his 80s. His dedication to music education and mentoring young musicians brought him immense joy and left a lasting impact on countless students.

Tom had a green thumb and a love for gardening, found beauty in music, and was always ready with a joke or a tale. His sense of humor was infectious, and his storytelling made him the heart of every gathering. Above all, he was known for his unwavering willingness to help others. Whether you were family, friend, neighbor, or stranger—he was someone you could count on.

Tom cherished his role as “Papa” to his beloved grandchildren—Matt (Celeste) Kelly, Ashlyn Kelly, Autumn Jerd, and Aaron Jerd —and his great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Kelly, who brought him immeasurable joy. Tom was an avid supporter of their extracurricular activities, always present in the stands, the audience, or the crowd—cheering them on with pride. Whether it was a game, recital, fundraiser, or performance, “Papa” was there.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Dawn Wilkinson, and his siblings: Dawn (Bill) Dornbos, Dick (Betty) Wilkinson, Bob (Patricia) Wilkinson Jr., Roger (Donna) Wilkinson, Joe (Donna) Wilkinson, and brother-in-law Bob DeVries.

In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, he is survived by his sister, LucyAnn DeVries of St. Joseph, MI, and a large, loving extended family of nieces and nephews who adored his warmth, wisdom, and wit.

Tom’s life was one of quiet strength, big laughs, and open-hearted service. His legacy lives on in every flower he planted, the music he inspired, and every story retold by those who loved him. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Services will be on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Dwight Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery with military honors provided by the U.S. Army Honor Guard.

A celebration of Tom’s life will be held at a later date.

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08/05/2025

Roy James Tanner, 90, of Soddy Daisy, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord August 3, 2025. He served the Lord for over seventy years and was a member of the Sale Creek Church of God where he served as head usher. He worked at Chattanooga Glass Company for thirty years and the Hamilton County Tag & Title Office for seven years and part-time at Saint-Gobain NorPro for thirty-eight years. Roy was an avid collector of Coca Cola memorabilia.

He was known as “Super Grandpa” and “Papaw Roy” and he loved all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

His parents, Willian and Dorothy Tanner and his brother Delwin “Red” Tanner preceded him in death.

Roy was survived by his loving wife of sixty-nine years, Margaret Carlisle Tanner; their children, Kathy Wilson, James Kenneth (Kandace) Tanner, Sharon (Billy) Gallahar and Debbie (Mike) Howard; grandchildren, Mandi Hoover, Tiffany Silvers, Jennifer Crow, Machana Coyne, Jeremy Brooks, Chiesa Smith, Heather Tanner, Danielle Matthews, Trey Howard, Katie Hill along with seventeen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation is 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Williamson & Sons Funeral Home. Services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday at the Sale Creek Church of God with Bishop Terry Bolton and Bishop Caleb Bolton presiding. His body will lie in state at the church from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday. Interment will be in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers will be Jeremy Brooks, Darryl Crow, Byron Hill, Jacob Matthews, Quinton Hoover, Jayden Coyne and Eric Coyne.

A special thanks to Hearth Hospice Nurse Jennifer Rothwell and CNA, Teresa Mead.

Our prayers are with his many loved ones during this time. He will be forever missed.

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08/03/2025

Jerry Wayne Campbell, 78, of Soddy-Daisy, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 1, 2025. He was a member of Oak Street Baptist Church. Wayne was a retired law enforcement officer with the City of Chattanooga with 25 years of service. After retirement he worked with SETHRA Transit where he enjoyed helping senior citizens. Wayne was a family man. He enjoyed coaching baseball for his boys and his grandsons and motorcross racing with his grandson. Wayne loved watching Andy Griffith and the Atlanta Braves. He was preceded in death by his parents, Garnett and Louise Campbell; brothers, Ronnie Campbell and Brian Campbell.

Survivors are his wife of 58 years, Diane Payne Campbell; children, Chris Campbell (Tabatha), Brad Campbell (Stephanie), Becky Branam (Billy), Preston Campbell and Kasie Campbell; grandchildren, Madison, Holly, Baylee, Mason; great grandchildren, Lydia, Maggie, Paxton, Saylor, Rowan, Lexi and Levi; brothers, Gary Campbell (Jimmie) and David Campbell; several nieces, nephews and extended family.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Oak Street Baptist Church. Services will be on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Oak Street Baptist Church with Dr. Darrell Winters and Richard Floyd officiating. Burial will follow at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.

Special thank you to George Culver and Shana of the Dayton Office for Hospice of Chattanooga for their care and support.

Our prayers are with his many loved ones during this time. He will be forever missed.

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08/02/2025

Beloved mother, Shirley Ann Radsvick, 90, passed away in her home on August 1, 2025.

She was a graduate from Westlake High School in Westlake, OH. Shirley was a beautiful artist, having many talents with oils and watercolors. She was dedicated to her family, raising four children. She also devoted her time helping her husband as a bookkeeper.

She had a beautiful sense of style and humor. Shirley was one of the warmest and most welcoming people you could ever hope to meet.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Radsvick, grandson, Steven Radsvick, Jr., parents, Marshall and Lois Ruddy and sister, Joan Ruddy Miller.

She is survived by her children, Steven (Donna) Radsvick, James Radsvick, Kenneth (Linda) Radsvick and Linda Langry, seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, as well as many extended family members.

Shirley will be interred and reunited with her husband back home in Ohio at a later date.

Our prayers are with her loved ones during this time. She will be deeply missed.

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07/31/2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Benjamin Lewis Wilson on July 24, 2025, at the age of 46. Ben was born on February 8, 1979, in Memphis, Tennessee.

He is survived by his wife Christina Wilson (Cross); son Ryder; daughters Piper and Josephine; father Gary Wilson and step-mother Cynthia of Orange Beach, AL ; sister Brittney Conroy (Wilson) and her husband Frank of Columbia, SC; sister Taylor Tyler (Wilson) and her husband Blake of Memphis, TN; brother Tyler Wilson of Memphis, TN; sister-in-law Ashley Moore (Cross) and her husband Patrick of Knoxville, TN; sister-in-law Beth Wilson (Blose) of Memphis, TN; mother-in-law Lee Ann Bennett and her husband Wesley of Chattanooga, TN; step-brother Travis Elrod of Oakland, TN; step-sister Whitney Willingham (Elrod) and her husband Jared of Georgetown, KY; sixteen nieces and nephews and several aunts and uncles.

He was preceded in joining the Lord by his mother, Sheila Elrod (Haley); Brother, Patrick Brent Wilson; Stepfather Marvin Elrod; Aunt Cynthia Wilson, Cousin Scott Elrod, and grandmother Mary Francis.

Ben grew up in Memphis, TN where he developed a strong love for his family, unwavering determination, and a love for golf, though, like most, it was more of a love/hate relationship. He graduated from Bartlett High School in 1997 and enrolled at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, graduating with a degree in Business in 2003.

Ben met the love of his life Christina Cross in 2003, and they were together for 22 years, marrying in 2010 surrounded by friends and family. She stood strongly by his side, selflessly supporting and caring for Ben until his death. Marrying her was one of the proudest moments of his life.

Ben was a resident of Atlanta, GA for 20 years where he had a family and held a variety of jobs. He worked for Verizon and RJ Young, in Chattanooga, then Ben moved to Atlanta when he landed his dream job working as a medical sales representative for Stryker, where he received numerous awards and accolades for his successes while there, including Salesman of the Year in 2018. Later, he started his own medical distributorship, RPJ Medical, named after his three children. In his downtime, Ben loved music, spending time with his family, watching his kids grow, traveling, and joking around.

While Ben loved his home in Atlanta, his true happy place was Watercolor, Florida. There, he found joy in biking, swimming, fishing, and relaxing at the beach. Ben was also a true foodie—he always knew the best restaurants, secret menus, and hidden gems wherever he went. No matter the destination, Ben made every trip memorable, cherishing time with his family and creating moments that will be treasured forever.

Ben loved being a father. He loved being a husband. He loved being a brother, an uncle, a cousin, and a friend. These are more than just the titles of who Ben was to so many, they are the roles he embraced with his whole heart, leaving each person better by simply knowing him.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Ben’s name, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., 38105 or at https://www.stjude.org or you can donate to the college fund for his children at https://gofund.me/cbcb6e52

Funeral services are under the direction of Williamson and Son Funeral Home, Soddy Daisy, TN. The service will be held at Williamson and Son Funeral Home on Friday, August 1, 2025. Visitation will be from 10am-12pm, with the service beginning 12pm. Ben’s final resting place will be at Hamilton Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Hixson, TN and the ceremony will take place at 1pm, following the service.

Our prayers are with his many loved ones.

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07/30/2025

John Eric Sherrill, born February 2, 1970 passed away on July 26, 2025. He graduated

high school from Soddy Daisy High School in 1988.

He was a proud member of Local 43 since 1991. Eric was a hard worker and loved Mopar and was a huge car fan. His love was his family, friends, and getting together. He had a gift of being comfortable talking to anyone and would do anything for anyone.

Mamie Salone Sneed Sherrill, the love of his life for always and beloved wife, went to Heaven ahead of him. Now they are united in Heaven and together again forever. In this life on earth, they were truly one and were inseparable.

“He was her and she was him”

Eric is also preceded in death by his puppy-love, Emmett, father, John Burton Sherrill, uncles, Eddie Sherrill and Melvin Petty (Sue), grandparents, Elizabeth Neal Petty and Montague Petty and Sherman Edward Sherrill and Pearl Hazel Eller Sherrill.

He is survived by his mother, Anita Sherrill Brown (Sherley), sons, John Wesley Sherrill (Autumn) and Ethan Gage Sherrill (Larkin), sister, Ellen Sherrill Ferrell (Jason), nephews, Justin Ferrell (Gabbie), Noah Ferrell and Nathan Ferrell, aunts and uncles, Ricky Sherrill and Connie Sherrill. He is also survived by his special cousins, Shannon Shaver (Jeff), Traci Petty, Michelle Hamby (Randy) and Terry Cramer (Kristie). Eric is also survived by many other beloved cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family. His puppy-loves, Sophie and Hondro will miss him terribly.

The family will receive friends and loved ones from 4:00 till 8:00 at the funeral home on Friday, August 1, 2025. Services will be in the funeral home chapel at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 2, 2025 with Dr. David McBryar presiding.

He will be forever missed.

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07/29/2025

Nannie Hatfield Johnson, a longtime resident of Soddy Daisy, passed away at home on Monday, July 28, 2025.

Nannie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was retired from Jerry Bogo Co and Williamson and Sons Funeral Home. She enjoyed church life and was a member of Daisy Church of God. Nannie loved her friends and family and planning and hosting family gatherings. She was one amazing cook and loved to travel never missing an opportunity to watch her favorite baseball team, the Atlanta Braves.

Nannie was preceded in death by her parents, Hillard and Lillie Hatfield, husband of 61 years, Edwin Johnson, brothers, Floyd, James W., Norris and Ray Hatfield, sisters, Colleen Harris, Pauline Woodard and Nora Frizzell.

She is survived by her son, Mark Johnson (Vanessa), daughter, Gloria Johnson Rogers (Tim Chastain), grandchildren, Rebecca Johnson and Miles Johnson, brother, David Hatfield, sister-in-law, Alberta Hatfield, as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and loved ones from 4:00 till 8:00 at the funeral home on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Services will be in the funeral home chapel at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 31, 2025, with Bishop Caleb Bolton presiding. Burial will follow at Johnson Cemetery.

Pallbearers will include, Tim Frizzell, Kelly Grant, Jim Petty, Garland Johnson, John Michael Hatfield and Rick Hatfield with Rick Miller serving as a honorary pallbearer.

She will be deeply missed by her many loved ones. They are in our prayers during this time.

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07/29/2025

Marci Diane Daniel Patterson, 50 of Trenton, Georgia, formerly of Mowbray Mountain, Tennessee passed away July 27, 2025. She was a wonderful homemaker and a very loving wife and mother.

Her son, Levi Kole Patterson and her mother, Peggy Diane Cox Daniel, preceded her in death.

Marci is survived by her husband of thirty-three years, Jeffrey Wayne Patterson; their children, Kody Patterson, Kaleb Patterson, Korbin Patterson and Kailyn Patterson along with her father, Steve Daniel and a brother, Jason Daniel.

There will be a graveside service 10:00 A.M. Thursday, July 31, 2025 in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

Our prayers are with her many loved ones during this time. She will be deeply missed.

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07/29/2025

Charles Eugene “Gene” Elliott, 96, passed away at home on July 27, 2025, on the same farm in Big Soddy where he was born on August 11, 1928. He was the descendant of pioneer citizens George and Rhoda Varner, who acquired the farm approximately 180 years ago. A 1946 graduate of Soddy-Daisy High School, he was honored to be in the first class of the school’s Hall of Fame.

Gene received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Chattanooga in 1950, the same year he entered the Air Force and ultimately reached the rank of sergeant. He went to mechanic and radar school, serving in Texas, Mississippi, New Jersey, and Germany before being assigned to Samsun, Turkey. There, he served in a unit that monitored Soviet radar and electronic communications.

Upon returning home after four years of military service, Gene married Ruth Davis in November 1954. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary before Ruth passed away in December 2014.

Gene began his teaching career in 1957 at Soddy-Daisy High School, where he taught physical science, chemistry, physics, and Algebra II. One of his students remembered him as “very student-oriented” and said that he “individualized learning to each student’s needs, long before that became a popular movement in education.” Gene continued his education, earning his master’s degree from George Peabody College, before further matriculating to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville for postgraduate work.

In 1964, Gene left the classroom to become the owner and operator of Soddy Feed and True Value Hardware, maintaining a successful business on Depot Street until his retirement in 1989.

Gene generously shared his time and talents in service to his community. He was a Soddy-Daisy city commissioner from 1971 to 1983 and served as the city’s second mayor from 1973 to 1979. Gene was a mainstay of the Soddy Lions Club since 1963, and he was named “Lion of the Decade” for the 1980s before continuing his work with the Tennessee Valley Lions Sight Service. Additionally, Gene served on the United States Department of Agriculture Stabilization committee for Southeast Tennessee and was a Mason and a Shriner.

As a young man, Gene worked in his parents’ grocery store and also as a carpenter, following the example of his grandfather, Joseph B. Elliott. Both his grocery experience and carpentry skills were utilized to further serve communities near and far in his post-retirement years.

Gene applied his food retail and operations experience as a volunteer at the Chattanooga Food Bank, a role that compelled him to pioneer the Soddy-Daisy Food Bank as a ministry of Soddy United Methodist Church. His dedication to the Chattanooga and Soddy-Daisy Food Banks earned him national recognition, and in 2002, he was presented with the prestigious Jefferson Award from the American Institute of Public Service in Washington, D.C. The Jefferson Awards are regarded as the highest and most prestigious honor celebrating public service in the United States.

A faithful member of Soddy United Methodist Church since the 1950s, Gene loyally served in numerous roles throughout the years. As a churchman, he applied his carpentry skills on several short-term mission trips in the Caribbean and Central and South America, where he built churches and schools. In addition to his travel for his country and his church, Gene also visited several areas of the American West, as well as Australia and New Zealand. An avid sportsman, Gene was known for taking every Thursday off from his business to go hunting. After his retirement, he made several fishing trips to Alaska and Canada.

Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Davis Elliott, his parents, Clarence H. Elliott and Grace Varner Elliott, and his sister, Mary Jo West. He is survived by his sons, Sam (Karen) and Jeff Elliott, four granddaughters, Lindsey Gooden, Mary Claire Doster, Julie Hawks and Sarah Anne Elliott, four great-grandchildren, Erin Hawks, Savannah Hawks, Leah Gooden and Elliott Doster, his good friend and third “son” Alan Gram, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be Saturday, August 2, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Soddy United Methodist Church, 255 Depot Street, Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee, followed by a memorial service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Soddy United Methodist Church or the Soddy-Daisy Food Bank, PO Box 1468, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37384.
He will be forever missed by his many loved ones.

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