John Ryals

He was a former employee of Wheland Foundry and Ridgedale Baptist Church.

John was a member of the World Church of the Living God. He loved walking, talking to his friends and sports, especially his beloved Cowboys! John enjoyed the Andy Griffith Show and he loved plants and flowers; he also took great pride in taking care of his massive aquarium and pet fish. His sister Janice stated that he was the number one brother and reminisced on how they constantly teased each other in good fun!

He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army.

John was preceded in death by his father, John Harris; mother, Evelyn Ryals; brother, Dennis Ryals; and sister, Bobbie Ryals.

Those John leaves behind to cherish his precious memories are his beloved and devoted wife, Jennifer Ryals of Chattanooga; daughter, Shamika Ryals of Cleveland, TN; son, Derrick Ryals of Murfreesboro, TN; sister, Janice Witt of Chattanooga; daughter-in-law, Keisha Ryals; 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and dear friends. Special friends, Scottie Cole, Brother Willie Moss and Glen Chisholm. A special thanks to Anna Sutton, Kesha Sutton, Chris Clay and Oliviana Sutton.

A Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm in the Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin-Strickland Chapel, 1724 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404.

Funeral Services will immediately follow at 1:00 pm.

Burial will be in Tyner Cemetery, 6620 Bonny Oaks Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

Arrangements entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin -Strickland Chapel, 1724 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37404, 423-265-4414.

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