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Gayle, Billie Upchurch

She And Her Husband Operated The Bob Gayle Insurance Agency

  • Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Billie Upchurch Gayle
Billie Upchurch Gayle

Billie Upchurch Gayle went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.

For the full obituary and to share memories: www.ChattanoogaEastBrainerdChapel.com

Arrangements are by the East Brainerd Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.

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