She was born June 11, 1935, in Miami, FL to the late Albert and Ada Louise (Barnes) Lloret. She grew up in Miami. After graduating high school, she attended Columbia Bible College for a while. In 1955,
Felicia came to Chattanooga to attend Erlanger Baroness Nursing School. She graduated in 1958. It was during that time that she met and married her husband, Bob, of 54 years. She worked nearly 40 years as a registered nurse. She retired after 17 years in the Surgery Department at Parkridge Hospital.
Felicia enjoyed time with her family and dogs, traveling with her husband, time with friends, painting, sewing, and caring for her plants. Throughout her life, she was such a blessing to her family. She was known for her kindness, generosity, and artistic abilities. Felicia will truly be missed by those who knew and loved her, especially her family.
She was a member of Concord Baptist Church for over 45 years. She was involved in various ministries including the Choir, Decorating Committee, where she shared her artistic creativity, Children’s Ministry as well as many others.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James Robert Kendall and daughter, Lisa (Tony) Kay Lupo, brother, Julian (Claire) Lloret and sister-in-law, Doris Lloret.
Survivors include her daughters, Lori Anne (Bob Edleblute) Meadows and Kelley Louise (Kelly) Tate; brother, Paul Lloret; grandchildren, Jason (Naly) Rice, Britney (Monica) Fontanoza, and Kendall Tate; great-grandchildren, Mila, Ava, and Atlas; many nieces, nephews and a host of other family and friends.
The family will receive friends Monday, November 9, 2026, from 2-4 PM in the Concord Hall at Concord Baptist Church (7025 East Brainer Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421). Memorial services will follow at 4:00 PM with Pastor David King officiating.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home (www.tennesseechildren.org); or Samaritan’s Purse (www.samaritanspurse.org).
Arrangements are by the East Brainerd Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, 8214 East Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattanoogaEastBrainerdChapel.com
