William Haywood Weatherford Jr.

Bill was born on October 20, 1941, to Bill and Elizabeth Weatherford in Ooltewah, Tennessee, where he was raised and made many lifelong memories. He began his career with Railway Express and later worked as an electrician for Norfolk Southern Railroad, retiring after more than 30 years of dedicated service.

Bill had a lifelong love of the outdoors. Whether hunting, fishing, searching for arrowheads, or exploring our nation’s beautiful national parks with his wife, Judy, he found joy in life’s adventures. He was also a storyteller who loved sharing his experiences and memories with family and friends.

Above all, Bill cherished his family and the life he built with Judy, his wife of 41 years.

He is survived by his loving wife, Judy; his sister, Carolyn Martin (Bert) of Satellite, Beach, Florida; his daughters, Deborah King and Dayna DeOcampo (Cesar); his son, Billy Weatherford (Tracy); his stepdaughter, Nancy Hollingsworth (Jim); and his stepson, Tim Patterson. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Benjamin, Jennifer, Justin, Zac, Krystina, Madison, Megan, and Morgan; 19 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter on the way. Bill is also survived by his lifelong friend, Steve, whose friendship began in childhood and remained a treasured part of his life throughout the years.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Elizabeth Weatherford, his brother, Tommy Weatherford, and his son-in-law, Bill King.

The family will receive friends at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel, 7414 Old Lee Highway, Thursday, October 29, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a funeral service immediately following. Bill will be laid to rest at Ooltewah Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to the American Heart Association.

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