Martha Sue Powell Bryson, 85, of Ringgold, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017 at a local nursing home, surrounded by her family. She was born to the late Raymond and Cecil Tippins Powell, was a lifelong resident of Ringgold and was of the Baptist faith. Martha was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt, who will be greatly missed.
She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, of 52 years, Leroy Bryson.
Martha is survived by her children, Sharon (Dennis) Walker, Michael (Trillis) Bryson and Lamar (Melanie) Bryson; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7 in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Scott Black officiating. Interment will follow in Anderson Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. on Monday and prior to the service on Tuesday.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the Center of Advanced Rehab at Parkside and Tapestry Hospice for the love and care received during this difficult time.
Arrangements by Wilson Funeral Home-Wallis Stewart Chapel, Ringgold.