Joe was a 1966 graduate of Kirkman High School and was a retired machinist.
He was preceded in death by a son, George Lester Caughran.
Joe is survived by his longtime companion, Billie Wright; children, Joe Johnston, Brad (Michelle) Wright and Deanna Wright Fitzgerald; 7 grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 pm on Tuesday, July 10, at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Joe’s life will follow at 6 pm on Tuesday at the North Chapel with Reverend Bill Harvey officiating. Burial will be private in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.