Charles Creagh

United States Air Force Veteran and Retired Police Officer

Charles “Chuck” Douglas Creagh, age 83, of Hixson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025.

Chuck was born on May 3, 1942, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to the late Clyde and Millie Creagh, and remained a lifelong resident of the Chattanooga area. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and dedicated his life to public service. He retired from the Chattanooga City Police Department after 25 years and continued his commitment to law enforcement with an additional 15 years of service at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Police Department.

Chuck will be remembered for his steady presence, love of family, and enduring friendships. He enjoyed music, traveling, time with his dogs, and days spent at the shooting range alongside his fellow officers and friends.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents and sister Ruby.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Carla Creagh; daughter Jaime (Justin) Dumsday; stepson Billy (Rebecca) Jolley; beloved grandchildren Allison Dumsday, Ashlynn Dumsday, Christian Jolley, Caleb Jolley, and Cameron Jolley; and sister Billie Jane Atherton.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday July 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM in the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until service time at the North Chapel.

Interment will take place on Monday July 14 at 1:30 PM in Chattanooga National Cemetery with US Air Force Military Honors.

Chuck’s legacy of service, love, and loyalty will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory, and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.

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