Mary Geneva Tatum, 81, of Chattanooga, died on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at her home.
She was born August 3, 1927 in Dutton, Al.
Prior to her retirement, she worked in Rossville as a receptionist for both Dr. John Hoover and Dr. Tom Atkins. Following her retirement, she was employed with K-Mart. She was honored by the Highland Park Neighborhood Association by naming “Tatum Park” in her honor for years of service as a neighborhood organizer.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Minnie Tatum.
Survivors include her companion and care giver, Julian Walker of Chattanooga; sister, Johnnie Calloway of Ringgold; brother, Matthew Tatum of Auburn, Ga.
Graveside services will be held Friday at 12 p.m. EST at Dutton United Methodist Church Cemetery in Dutton, Al., with Rev. Mike Angel officiating.
Visit www.lane-southcrestchapel.com to send condolences.
The family would like to extend a special “ThankYou” to P.A.C.E. Organization for three years of support and loving care of Mary.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to P.A.C.E, 425 Cumberland St., Suite 110, Chattanooga, TN 37404, or Dutton UMC, c/o Brenda Walker, 4705 Alabama Hwy 40, Dutton, Al., 35744.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 6–9 p.m. at the South Crest Chapel of Lane Funeral Home and Crematory, Rossville.