Mary Gardner

Mrs. Mary Gardner transitioned from this life February 21, 2020 while in the care of hospice of Chattanooga. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Gardner; parents, Otis and Julia Cothran; brothers Y.C., Frank, Henry Lee, James, Hebert and Otis, Jr.; sisters, Mable Orr, Gussie Robinson and Audrey Watson.

She is survived by her daughter, Pamelia Gardner; son Karl (Luz) Gardner; grandsons, Myles, Christian and Caleb Gardner; a host of nephews, nieces, friends and the church family at Miracle Baptist Church.

Public viewing will begin after 12 noon Friday, February 28, 2020 at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, February 29 in the chapel. Interment: Lakewood East. Arrangements by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave, 423 622-9995.