February 1, 1937 – October 7, 2022
She was one of five children born to Granville Lee and Laura Lucille (Barron) Ayers on February 1, 1937, in Chavies, AL. Her family moved to Chattanooga, TN where she attended school and married Ben Bullock. To that union, they had one daughter, whom she referred to as her “masterpiece.”
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Lucille Ayers, brother Ruel Ayers, nephew Mitchell Ayers, sister-in-law Peggy Ayers, Ben Bullock, and Austin Russell Bonds.
Survivors include her daughter, Sherrill (Dennis) Altice of Decatur, AL. Two grandsons, Scott (Mina) Altice of Huntsville, AL and Adam Altice of Tampa, FL. One great-grandson, Cassidy Altice of Miami, FL. Two brothers Tommy Ayers and Charles (Alicia) Ayers and one sister, Debra (Jack) Love. Nephews and Nieces: Matt (Jennifer) Ayers, David Ayers, Ruel Jr (Maryellen) Ayers, Alanna (Kelly) Callahan, Lisa Underwood and Angie (Jim) Tucker; Great Nephews and Nieces: Angelyn, Ashley, Aurelia (Eve), Erica, Jackson, Lauryn, Summer and Tyler. Best friend, Micki Shumate of Chattanooga, TN. Her family is eternally grateful for the angels God sent to help care for her, Sheri Swoopes-Nash, Ramona Emerson and Mallory Johns. We also, appreciate her many friends and caregivers who gave their love and support.
From humble beginnings, Cathren’s currency in life was love. She made time for people by lending a hand or sharing a story to better someone’s day. She enjoyed life and was known for loving her family and friends to the fullest. She loved God, enjoyed studying the Bible, and was always willing to share her faith with others. She was an animal advocate and adopted many fur babies. Among her favorites were Will, Claudia, Pretty Girl, and Sheba. She was a giver, loved to laugh, and brought excitement and wonderment to those around her. Her most favorite musical artist was Paul Simon. In her younger years, she was known to light up a dance floor or bring a sparkle to any room she entered. Cathren enjoyed many hobbies and shared her knowledge with enthusiasm. From Astrology to Poetry, Cathren had the heart and soul of an artist and loved to be creative. She was an avid reader and would escape for hours inside her world of books.
In her early years, she fostered babies, and this was one of her most rewarding experiences. She retired from Provident Life Insurance Company as an underwriter. Then, went on to teach Astrology classes at Chattanooga State Community College. After her retirement, she enjoyed being a caregiver for Hospice.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Oct, 19, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Chattanooga Funeral Home North Chapel, Hixson. The funeral will be in the funeral home stateroom at 1 p.m. on Wednesday. Her final resting place will be at Chattanooga Memorial Park (Duck Pond). Pallbearers will be Adam Altice, Scott Altice, David Ayers, Jackson Ayers, Matt Ayers and Ruel Ayers, Jr.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests Memorials be made to:
- Hospice of North Alabama: 2457 Mall Road, Florence, AL. 35630
- Decatur Animal Shelter: 300 Beltline Road, SW, Unit A, Decatur, AL. 35601
- First Baptist Church of Decatur: 123 Church Street, NE, Decatur, AL. 35601
Arrangements are entrusted to Chattanooga Funeral Home and Hamilton Memorial Gardens, 5401 Highway 153, Chattanooga, TN 37343.
