Douglas Dewayne Bales, 34, of Chattanooga, was born on June 17, 1978 and passed away on Sept. 13, 2012.Doug was preceded in death by his mother, Deborah McElhaney.Survivors include his wife, Holly Bales; children, Hunter, Emily and Harlan Bales; father, Wayne Bales; stepmother Pamela Johnson; brothers, Richard McElhaney, Cody and Eric Johnson.Doug was a loving son, brother, father and husband who will live on forever in our hearts and memories.A service to celebrate his life will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19, in the funeral home chapel.The family will gather with friends on from 4 p.m. Wednesday until the hour of the service at the funeral home.Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.hamiltonfuneraloptions.com.Arrangements are by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services; 4506 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343. 423-531-3975.