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Thompson, Walter Hoyt, Jr.

  • Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Walter Hoyt Thompson, Jr., 67, died at his home on Saturday, May 21, 2016.

A service to celebrate his life will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 28, in the funeral home chapel with Reverend Rick Greene officiating. 

Interment will follow in Chattanooga Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, May 27, from 4-8 p.m. and on Saturday, May 28, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. 

Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.HamiltonFuneralOptions.com.

A complete obituary will be announced by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 4506 Hixson Pike, 423 531-3975.
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