Tom Edd Wilson Was A Great Visionary

  • Wednesday, June 21, 2017

We want to add to the many heart-felt messages that have been expressed regarding the recent passing of Tom Edd Wilson, a truly great visionary.   

While he made his mark on many local organizations, Tom Edd will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who worked closely with him at Erlanger.   We benefited greatly from his steady guidance, leadership and business experience during his four years of service on our board,  and co-chair of our Believe fundraising campaign for a new Children’s Hospital.   

Tom Edd was passionate about Chattanooga having a new children’s hospital and worked tirelessly on garnering support for this community asset.  He knew this would represent the largest philanthropic effort in Erlanger’s history, but forged ahead with Grady Williams to make our vision a reality.  

Although we join his family and this community in mourning his loss, we are grateful Tom Edd was able to play a key role  - and be publicly recognized - at our Children’s Hospital groundbreaking ceremony a few days ago.  

 We look forward to honoring Tom Edd’s legacy and selfless contributions to Erlanger in a way that will inspire others for generations to come. 

Kevin M. Spiegel, FACHE
President & CEO
Erlanger Health System
 
Jack Studer
Chairman of the Board
Erlanger Health System

Opinion
Democratic View On Top State Senate Issues - March 18, 2024
  • 3/18/2024

Campbell bill seeks to save lives by studying suicide trends in Tennessee 3 p.m. Senate Regular Calendar — SB 1787 , by Sen. Heidi Campbell, would require state health officials to produce ... more

The Odor Of Mendacity - And Response (2)
  • 3/16/2024

The Fulton County judge, Scott McAfee, overseeing the Fani Willis prosecution of Donald Trump and eighteen other defendants has spoken. In response to a motion by defendants to remove Willis ... more

Capitol Report From State Rep. Greg Vital For March 15
  • 3/15/2024

General Assembly confirms new Tennessee State Supreme Justice Members of the General Assembly confirmed the appointment of Mary L. Wagner to the Tennessee Supreme Court in a joint session ... more