Ronald Lee Fullam

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Lois Fullam, his brother, Larry and brothers in life, Steve Tingle, John Rollins, and Gordon Webster.

Left to cherish precious memories are his wife, Karen, of 46 years, along with his children, Shannon Miller (husband Arthur) of Charlotte, NC, and Shawn Fullam (wife Katherine) of Dallas, TX.; grandchildren Clay, Connor and Emma Reid; sisters-in-law Dianne Barrett (husband Anthony), Emily Fullam; brother-in-law Rocky King, Jr (wife Linda Rosa); nieces and nephews, Cheri and Barry Davis (Lauren, Lindsay, Layne), Steve and Margaret Fullam (Allyson), Eliza and Tim Baker (Jackson, Barrett, Crawford), Kingsley and Will Peeples (Addison, Liam), Jeremy and Katie Stephens (Owen, Sam), Josh and Lisa Stephens (Rylee Rolena, Mason), Rocky and Allison King (Bennett, Tate, Graham); and dear friends, Larry and Gail Armour and Malinda Tingle.

Included with the family are “The Boys” and their families, Fox Johnston, Scott Williamson and Carden Smith.

Friendships forged that made life rich were with the Tennessee Tech group of over 50 years and the East Ridge “Bunch”.

Ron graduated from East Ridge High School, First class of 1961. He was graduate of Tennessee Tech University. He was also a veteran and retired as Major of the Army Reserves. Ron was a part of CBL & Associates Properties for over 30 years as a Senior Vice President. He resumed his career with Fletcher Bright as Senior Vice President until the time of his death.

Ron loved his church, Covenant Presbyterian, and was honored to serve as a Deacon. The Volunteers of Medicine was also important as he served on their Board as well as the Board for the Hickory Valley Christian School.

Ron had a smile for every person he met . . . it would light up his entire face. He had a genuine heart that cared for all people. His happiest moments were with his family and friends. He loved to tell a story while also being a wonderful listener. He shared his love of the outdoors and of hunting and fishing with his son and grandsons and was never happier than when he welcomed the first granddaughter into the family. He loved the times on “the hill” with KK and dog, Burny, and truly saw the importance of the simple things in life and the joy they brought.

A memorial service to honor the life and legacy of this dear man will be held Friday, January 9, 2015, at Covenant Presbyterian Church located at 8451 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN, at 1:30 p.m. with Dr. Render Caines and Reverend Eric Mullinax officiating.

There will be no visitation before or after the service.

The burial will be held at a later date with family in the West Miller Cove Cemetery, Walland, TN.

Memorial contributions may be made to Volunteers in Medicine, P.O. Box 81057, Chattanooga, TN 37414; or The National Prion Disease Surveillance Center, Cast Western Reserve University, Institute of Pathology, 2085 Adelbert Road, Rm. 419, Cleveland, OH 44106. You may also donate online to the National Prion Disease Surveillance Center at www.cjdsurveillance.com/donations.

Special thanks to Amedisys Home Health, Amedisys Hospice and Home Instead for their comfort and care.

Arrangements are by the East Brainerd Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 8214 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattnaoogaEastBrainerdChapel.com.

“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.” Deuteronomy 33:27 KJV.