Polly Guinn

Polly Anne Downs Guinn born on July 21, 1945, passed away peacefully to meet her Savior Jesus Christ after a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Eloise Downs and brother, Richard Downs. She is survived by her sister, Jenifer (Neill) Haggard; nieces, Lara Pate and Mahala Pate; son, Shadrick (Melissa) Guinn; and her pride and joy, grandchildren Jacob Guinn and Emily Kate Guinn. Polly touched many lives and was an inspiration to all. She never lost her faith, her optimism, or her determination to live life as fully as she was able. The family is grateful for the care provided to Polly at Life Care Center in Cleveland. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that, donations be made to a charity of your choice, in her honor. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel at First Presbyterian Church, Chattanooga on McCallie Avenue. You are invited to share a personal memory of Polly or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral and Cremation Service and the Cody family are honored to assist the Guinn family with these arrangements.