He was born to the late Ernest McCary, Jr. and Mattie M. Bates in Chattanooga on February 3, 1952, and later attended Riverside High School.
He attended the North River Seventh Day Adventist Church, and was employed with Bea’s restaurant for over 25 years until his health failed.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Marie Bates.
Plutie leaves to cherish his memories adopted sister, Frances “Reese Cup” Smith; a devoted adopted niece and caregiver, Sheila “Baby Girl” Owens, both of Chattanooga; loving adopted family members, Donnie Pass of Ringgold, GA and Cynthia McCutcheon of Chattanooga; special friend, Brenda Davis; Pastor and dear friend, Richard Baldwin; a host of adopted nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
A Graveside service will be held on Tuesday August 11th, 2020 at 1:30 pm at Highland Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 2116 Shepherd Rd, Chattanooga, with Pastor Richard Baldwin officiating.
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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