John Milton
John Hooper Milton, 88, of Hixson, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, December 7, 2018, surrounded by family.
He was born on September 7, 1930, to the late James and Jane Milton.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Valerie Milton, grandson, Peyton Freer, great-granddaughter, Alia Forgani, siblings, Donald, Oscar, Lester, Nellie Jones, Garland and Louis Milton.
John served in the Army during the Korean War and was a recipient of the purple heart medal and two bronze stars. He retired from TVA after working many years as a Pipefitter. John was an avid Vols fan. John loved to hunt and fish, his real passion however was gardening.
He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchild. He will be greatly missed.
The family would like to say a special thanks to Dr. Elizabeth Close and Dr. Giang Nguyen for their loving care over the years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Joan Milton, children, Larry Milton, Mechelle (Tarek) Forgani, Lisa (Kenny) Freer, grandchildren, Amber, Zach and Hannah Forgani and Seth Freer, great- grandson, Maddox Freer, brother, Tillman Milton and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 10-11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 12, in the funeral home. Interment will follow at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Please share your thoughts and memories at: www.ChattanoogaNorthChapel.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Chattanooga Funeral Home North Chapel, 5401 Highway 153 Hixson, Tn. 37343.
John Milton