Evelyn Coleman Elmore

Josie Evelyn Coleman Elmore, beloved Christian mom and wife peacefully left this world June 14, 2016. Born November 4, 1924 in Lenoir City, TN to Edd and Iva Coleman she came to Chattanooga in 1950 to work at Dupont. She retired from Dupont in 1982 and volunteered for 20 years with the Red Cross at Erlanger North in Redbank. After 10 years she received “volunteer of the year” award. She was a faithful member of the Lord’s church. She worshipped at the Redbank church of Christ since 1964. Evelyn was married to the love of her life, Louis Elmore from February 1955 until his death in May 1987. She is survived by two sons Edd (Suze) and Robert, two grandchildren Ben and Ashley and one great granddaughter Lillian. She leaves behind a beloved sister in law and dear friend Mary Coleman and her favorite niece Iva Kincer. The youngest of 8 children, Josie is survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her loving cats.

Arrangements are with the Chattanooga Funeral Home, North Chapel on Highway 153. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral is Friday 1:00 at the funeral home with burial to follow at National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please donate toJosie Evelyn Coleman Elmore, beloved Christian mom and wife peacefully left this world June 14, 2016. Born November 4, 1924 in Lenoir City, TN to Edd and Iva Coleman she came to Chattanooga in 1950 to work at Dupont. She retired from Dupont in 1982 and volunteered for 20 years with the Red Cross at Erlanger North in Redbank. After 10 years she received “volunteer of the year” award. She was a faithful member of the Lord’s church. She worshipped at the Redbank church of Christ since 1964. Evelyn was married to the love of her life, Louis Elmore from February 1955 until his death in May 1987. She is survived by two sons Edd (Suze) and Robert, two grandchildren Ben and Ashley and one great granddaughter Lillian. She leaves behind a beloved sister in law and dear friend Mary Coleman and her favorite niece Iva Kincer. The youngest of 8 children, Josie is survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her loving cats.

Arrangements are with the Chattanooga Funeral Home, North Chapel on Highway 153. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral is Friday 1:00 at the funeral home with burial to follow at National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Inner City church of Christ Christmas fund or your favorite charity in her name.

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

in her name.

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

Arrangements under the direction of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist-North Chapel, Hixson, TN.