Donald Milford Price “Don, Dad, Poppie” was called home to be with Christ on Thanksgiving evening, Thursday, November 24, 2022 at 9:30pm. He was surrounded by his loving family at home, as he went to heaven. Not once did he show weakness or fear after being diagnosed with cancer in 2006.
He was a a true beacon of faith, strength, and love. He was a lover, a comedian, a true man's man and real hero. He was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was our Patriarch, a leader for Christ, and a fighter until the very end.
Don was born in Wildwood, Georgia on July 24, 1939. He was the youngest of three sons to Milford Eugene Price and Elsie Blanche (Porter) Price. He was an enthusiastic outdoorsman with a passion for animals, especially birds. An avid reader, he spent much time later in life reading to his wife, son and grandchildren. He loved golf, fishing, football, and racing- having found talent and accomplishment with all of them after moving to South Pasadena in 1955.
He met the love of his life in Winston Salem, North Carolina in 1972. He married his best friend, Vanessa Lee (Scraper) Price on November 30, 1973. They spent nearly a half century setting a rare example of what a loving marriage and true friendship looks like for their children and grandchildren.
Don is survived by his loving wife, Vanessa; sons, Andrew (Melissa), Michael; grandchildren, Cassie (Zach Agee), Kirsten, Aria, Aiden; two great-grandchildren, Carson Jr. and Madden.
Don is preceded in death by his father, Milford Price; mother, Elsie Price; two brothers, Patrick Price and Herbert Price.
Don will be buried at Hamilton Memorial Gardens in Hixson, TN.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.advantagefranklin-strickland.com for the Price family.
Arrangements entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin -Strickland Chapel, 1724 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37404, 423-265-4414. Please visit our website to share your memories: www.advantagefranklin-strickland.com
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