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- [S142] Newspaper Article, Chattanooga Times Free Press (TN), 1 Feb 2007.
James L. Kirkpatrick obituary
- [S142] Newspaper Article, Chattanooga Times Free Press (TN), 30 Apr 2005.
Cathy C. Kirkpatrick , 51, a resident of McDonald, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April, 29, 2005.
She left the bonds of this world from a Chattanooga hospital surrounded by her loving family and close friends. She was a wonderful wife, devoted mother, and caring daughter.
Ms. K, as she was lovingly known by her students and co-workers, completed over 24 years of service for the Bradley County School System as an elementary teacher at Oak Grove and Prospect. Lung cancer cut her career short but could not diminish her compassion and love for her students and friends.
She was an active member of the Ooltewah Baptist Church until her illness limited her attendance. Her desire to serve the Lord remained as an unquenchable fire even though the numerous treatments and procedures racked her physical body. She was quick to share her faith to all that were willing to listen.
Ms. K was preceded in death by her father, Charles William Housley.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 27 1/2 years, Marvin Kirkpatrick ; her loving children, Joshua and Melissa Kirkpatrick ; her caring mother, Ellen Housley; two sisters and their families, Beverly and Robert Teague; Angela and David Coffey with children, Megan and Jordan.
A celebration of her life will be 2 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at the Ooltewah Baptist Church.
The body will lie in-state one hour prior to the service.
Interment will follow in Pine Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Cemetery with Marvin Kirkpatrick , Joshua Kirkpatrick , Bob Kirkpatrick , Robert Teague, David Coffey and Ted Bryson serving as pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers include Dr. Harold Head, Dr. Darrell Johnson, Dr. Charles Portera Sr., Dr. Michael Plumley, Wayne Oliver, Wayne Henry and Buck Owen.
A dove release will conclude the service.
The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. today, April 30, at the Ralph Buckner Funeral Home.
We invite you to send a message of condolence and view the Kirkpatrick family guestbook at www.ralphbuckner .com.
- [S147] Find a Grave, (Memorial: 83557524).
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