Graydon, Brian McKenzie

Accomplished Chef And Avid Sci-Fi Enthusiast

  • Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Brian Graydon
Brian Graydon

Brian McKenzie Graydon, 51, of East Ridge, Tennessee, passed away on November 28, 2022.

Brian was born on May 7, 1971, to Douglas M. Graydon and Mary Ann (Coulter) Sampley. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ann.

Brian was an accomplished gourmet chef and an avid Sci-Fi enthusiast. He cherished time with his family and friends, along with rescuing animals.

Brian is survived by his father, Douglas M. (Linda) Graydon; his siblings, Lacy Graydon, L’Erin Chidester, Hannah Sampley, Rachel Sampley, and Cory Graydon; nephews, Daylan Hillis and Zak Chidester; and many extended family members.

A memorial visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, at Chattanooga Funeral Home - East Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In Brian’s honor, please make a donation to Chambliss Center for Children or McKamey Animal Center.

Please visit www.ChattanoogaEastChapel.com to share condolences with the family.

Arrangements are by Chattanooga Funeral Home – East Chapel, 404 S. Moore Road, East Ridge, Tn. 37412.

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