Obituaries

Charles Forester

Charles M. "Sonny" Forester, 78, of East Ridge received his angel wings on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019. Today, he is rejoicing with his Savior and being a part of the Heavenly choir either playing or directing. Charles' life was filled with music and he served area churches as either organist, pianist or choir director from age 14 until his retirement in 2015. In addition to his church work, he was a music teacher and band director at Lookout Valley High School for 14 years. He retired from teaching Elementary music at Ganns Middle Valley Elementary School. In his retirement he spent his time going to all the area nursing homes, assisted living and senior adult groups and entertaining with his music and jokes. He had a great musical talent and loved to share it with everybody. He had a hug and a smile for everyone. He loved people and will be greatly missed. Survivors include his loving wife of 34 years, Linda Scoggins Forester; sister, Brenda (Roy) McCrary; nephew, Kent (Carla) McCrary; niece and nephew; Kailey and Cole McCrary. Funeral service will be 12:30 p.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jim Hutto and Rev. Patrick Cooper officiating. Interment in Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. The family would like to thank Avalon Hospice for their love and care. Visit www.heritagebattlefield.com to share condolences with the family and view memorial tribute. The family will receive friends 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.

Published February 17, 2019

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