Louise Bilbrey

Louise Bilbrey, 96, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2012.Mrs. Bilbrey was a native of Chattanooga where she lived her entire life. She was a member of Tyner Church of Christ and was a dedicated homemaker.She was preceded in death by her first husband, Hollis Bilbrey.Surviving are her son, Gaither (Shirley) Bilbrey; stepson, Monty (Bettye) Bilbrey; stepdaughter, Joan B. (Leon) Roberts; two stepgrandsons; and two stepgranddaughters.She was also preceded in death by her second husband, Benton C. Bilbrey Jr. Surviving are her sons, Benton (Kelly) Bilbrey Jr. and Kenneth (Betsy) Bilbrey; grandsons, Jeremy Bilbrey and Benton (Dr. Julie) Bilbrey III; and great-grandson, Benton Bilbrey IV. Also surviving are her brother, Howard (Marguerite) Hatfield; sisters, Gladys Mangum and Peggy (Jim) Nalley; and several nieces and nephews.Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today, June 27, and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday June 28, at the funeral home.Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 28, at the funeral home with Minister John Cupp officiating. Burial will follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga, Martin Boyd Christian Home or Greater Chattanooga Christian Services.Please share your condolences at www.chattanoogaeastchapel.com.Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist. 404 S. Moore Road.