Don Paul (1969)

Tom Papson bullied me in junior high at North Chattanooga Junior High. One day during lunch, he came over to my table and asked me, “Don, do you know what a playboy is?’ I answered, “I...guess it’s a boy who plays?” Tom went back to his friends at the table across the way, and they all laughed. And yet, I was with Tommy all through elementary, junior high, and high school, and we got along pretty well. In hearing about his passing, my heart sank. I feel, that even back then, I had a crush on him. He was so handsome and muscular and had such a great smile. I’m sure he developed into the “mensch” he must have become. Again, I didn’t develop fast and did have girlfriends and relations and was neither straight or homosexual. My feelings of sadness I’d like to share with his family and wish them the best. I will miss him a lot.

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Kevin Barry (1969)

I remember Tommy Papson as one of our best football players and also as a good wrestler.  We had a great pep rally when we were up against the Brainard Rebels and had a casket on stage for their demise.  Unfortunately we did not prevail.  I remember Tommy well up on the stage with the injured members of the team at the end of the season. I am sorry for his passing and hope others in the class will remember him for his contributions to the school.

Sharon Matusek (Carboni) (1969)

Tommy was a great guy.  He was always nice and polite to me, and was always a kidder.  We did have some laughs together. We always spoke and caught up at the last few reunions . He had a great smile ! He will be rememmbered in heart and mind.

Pat Hagan (1968)

I was sad to read the obituary of class of 1968 member Anne Dragoo.  https://www.chattanoogan.com/2024/9/19/492655/Anne-Dragoo-Ramsey.aspx

Yolanda Douberly (Chesley) (1968)

Such sad news about Anne Dragoo.  She was one of the kindest and nicest girls in our 1968 class.  Prayers to her family,

Trudy Lowe (McDaniel) (1968)

I always thought Brenda Pritchett was one of the sweetest people I had ever met at City.  I hate to hear that she has passed.  To see her face again in the high school annual really brings those days back to me.  Prayers for her family.

Jeanne Bunch (Trewhitt) (1968)

I am so sorry to read that Peg Willingham's husband, Jim, passed away. They were such a beautiful family. My heart and prayers are with Peg and the family. 🙏💔

Anne Greever (Nolan) (1968)

For the family of Peg (Grover) Willingham: I was sorry to hear of the loss of a beloved father and husband, Jim Willingham. We only met him once, but will remember him well; wishing you peace in your memories and love to you and your family--Anne (Greever) Nolan     

Pat Hagan (1968)

I'm so sorry to read about Peg Willingham's husband, Jim, passing away this week.  I didn't know him well, but judging by his family's comments and all the family pictures over the years on Facebook, he was greatly loved and will be sorely missed.   My condolences to Peg and her family.  

Pat Hagan (1968)

Ray Towers, who towered over most of us with his height, passed away this week at age 74.  Class of 68' has lost another classmate.   My condolences to his family.  

Pete James (1968)

Very sorry to hear of Mr. Willingham's passing - my sincere condolences and prayers for Peg and her family in this trying period. While never met Mr. WIllingham but havinng spent part of my growing up on SIgnal Mtn with Peg, her family; and of course at City High, no question he was a great man - husband and father.  Prayers  God will comfort and strengthen Peg and her family - that memories of great times will rule - and never fade. (Strong - Courageous - Stouthearted --- anxious for nothing but in all things prayer - petition - thanksgiving) God Bless - Godspeed

Christine Hershey (Rogers) (1968)

So sore to learn of Peg's husbands passing. Obviously he was the gem of his family. I know he will be missed. Love, hugs and prayers for Peg and her family as they mourn.

Sharon Matusek (Carboni) (1969)

So sorry to hear about the passing of you husband.

Jeanne Bunch (Trewhitt) (1968)

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ray Tower. I remember Ray as always having a smile and he was so friendly. I only saw him a few times after High school but he would always say Hi and ask about Bill. My condolences and prayers. 

Jeanne Bunch (Trewhitt) (1968)

I was so sorry to hear that Pete Cooper has passed away. He was a fine man and made many contributions with his service to different organizations. I believe he was in the class of 66. My condolences to Linda Warner Cooper and their family. 

Jerry Franklin Smith (1966)

David B. London, class of 1968 died 5 days ago. His obit is in the Gallatin Tn newspaper.

Jeanne Bunch (Trewhitt) (1968)

I am so sorry to hear about David London. He was always so nice and fun to be around. My condolences to his family.

Jerry Franklin Smith (1966)

Larry Moon, class of 1965 had a heart attack & passed today, rest in peace.

Ronald Payne (1964)

I just saw the note that Diane Carter is having a birthday soon.   Diane was one of the sweetest people to have ever graced this world but sadly is no longer with us.   May God bless Skeeter and his family dduring this holiday season and always.   Ron Payne 1964

Mary Bates (Carter) (1969)

Debby Welch (Abernathy) (1969)

Much love and prayers for Debbie (Goff) Giffen on the passing of her dear husband, Charlie Giffen. Charlie was a fine person, and made so many contributions to his community and state. He will be missed by Debbie and his family.

Jimmy Siskin (1967)

Hi Terry,

Happy New Year. Thanks for the birthday wishes.

Jimmy

Bob Moss (1969)

Sorry to hear about the passing of Charlie Giffen.  Our prayers and sympathy go out to Debbie (Goff) Giffen and family.

Sharon Johnson (Bethany) (1970)

Jerry Franklin Smith (1966)

Charlene Phillips Beard, class of 1966 pasted 3/10/25 Rest in peace.