James Humberger
James Lee Humberger, 85, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2021, at his home surrounded by family.
Jim was born in Clyde, Ohio to Roy and Nellie Humberger. Along with his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his first wife Shirley Pollock; brothers Donald and Robert; and his son Doug.
Jim is survived by his wife Ann Humberger; sisters Virginia Cullen, Carolyn Albright, Margaret Burns, and Marie Archer; brothers Howard and Frank Humberger; children David Humberger, Dianna (Chris) Mahoney and Dennis (Julie) Humberger; stepchildren Brent Massey and Cheryl (Jeff) Viar; grandchildren Megan (Corey), Will, Jacob (Morgan), Caleb, Sarah, Rachel, Tori (Jordan), Haley, Braden, Tyler, and Gavyn; and great-grandchildren Cameron, Tyliegh, Briar, Haven, and Bryson.
Jim served in the Navy and attained the rank of Machinist Mate First Class before finishing his enlistment in 1956. Jim loved his country and was proud of his sons’ and grandson’s military service.
Jim was an avid automotive enthusiast and had a special love for tractors. Every time there was a tractor for sale on the side of the road, Jim was there to check it out. He had a reputation for always wanting to take the backroads and made sure to direct each of his grandchildren on their first road trips with him.
Jim, better known as “Grampy,” to his family, greatly loved spending time with his children and grandchildren when they came to visit. All who knew him could attest to his love for his family and how proud he was of each and every one of them.
Jim spent many years working for Saint John United Methodist Church where he was known as “Mr. Jim” to the children who attended the preschool.
Jim enjoyed hard work, getting his hands dirty, and imparting his knowledge of how things work. His family and friends have many stories to share about projects they had done together.
Jim was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend who will be dearly missed by all who loved him.
Visitation will be held at the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist, 7414 Old Lee Highway, on Thursday Sept. 23, from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be Sept. 24, at 1 p.m. at the National Cemetery, Chattanooga.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: ST. JUDE’S St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105).
Please share your condolences at www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com.