Hill, Charles W.

U.S. Army Veteran Held Long Career With Combustion Engineering

  • Sunday, July 14, 2019
Charles Hill
Charles Hill

Charles W. Hill, 84, of Ooltewah, departed this world for his home in glory on Saturday, July 13, 2019.

He was born in Isabella, TN on July 23, 1934 and was raised in the Rockwood, TN community. 

He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Mazie (Scooter) Hill; two sons, Chuck and Jeff of Chattanooga; brothers, Joe (Lisa) Hill of Maryville, TN; David (Martha) Hill of Pickens, SC; sisters, Jane Hamby and Louise (Jerry) James of Hillsboro, TN; and many nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Spencer and Thelma Hill; brother and sister-in-law, Edwin and Juanita Hill and their son, Scott; and brothers-in-law, Randal Hamby and A. C. York.

Charles served six years in the United States Army, Artillery Division, and was stationed in Korea for two years.  He attended Tennessee Tech, and graduated from UTC with a BS in Industrial Engineering.  He was employed at Combustion Engineering for over 34 years where he worked in the Boiler Division. 

He was an active member of Ridgedale Baptist Church and the Covenant Sunday School Class.  He served in many capacities, but his favorite role was being a greeter.  Charles’ friendly smile and happy personality touched many lives.

Charles had many interests which included woodworking, fishing, camping, and traveling, but most of all, he loved being surrounded by his family and friends.  Charles was also an avid Tennessee Vols fan. 

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 16, from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home. 

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 17, at 11:30 a.m. in the East Brainerd Chapel with Dr. Bill Owens officiating. 

Interment with military honors will follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery with Dr. Doug Plumlee officiating.  Honorary pallbearers will be the Covenant Sunday School Class.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ridgedale Baptist Church, 1831 Hickory Valley Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421. 

Arrangements are by the East Brainerd Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, 8214 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN  37421.

Please share your thoughts and memories at www.ChattanoogaEastBrainerdChapel.com.

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