Jeanette J. Willingham, 77, passed away March 12, 2023, in Chattanooga, TN. She was born October 17, 1945, in Gainesville, GA. Jeanette worked as a school patrol officer for over 30 years and with the Walden Security Company. She was a faithful member of Greater Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a deaconess and chaired the Women's Day celebration for several years. Jeanette loved shopping. Buying hats was one of her greatest pleasures.
She was predeceased by her mother, Ruby Clay; daughter, Carmen Renee Knowles; husband, Clarence Willingham. She leaves to cherish precious memories, two daughters, Jacqueline Candie Pinckney and Keisha King; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. Public viewing will be held 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Thursday, March 23rd followed immediately by a funeral service in the Chapel of John P. Franklin Funeral Home 1101 Dodds Avenue, 423-622-9995.
Interment: Chattanooga National Cemetery