Russell, Phyllis Sledge

TVA Retiree Doted On Her Grandchildren And Her Cats

  • Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Phyllis Sledge Russell
Phyllis Sledge Russell

Phyllis Sledge Russell, 80, of Chattanooga, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at her home.

She retired from TVA, where she worked in Dosimetry. Phyllis loved her grandchildren and her cats. She enjoyed traveling to the beach and the Outer Banks. She was a member of the Church of Nativity Episcopal Church.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her grandparents, Thomas and Flossie Griffey; mother, Virginia Rynax and her son, Dean McClendon.

Survivors are her children, Debbie Derryberry and Ginger Merritt (Ed); grandchildren, Elijah Derryberry (Erika), Seth Derryberry (Jes), Shea Hess, Sabrina Merritt and Holly Merritt; great grandchildren, Anniston Derryberry and Bailey Derryberry and extended family.

The family will have a private service.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Tennessee Humane Animal League Pet Placement Center at www.petplacementcenter.com.

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.williamsonandsons.com.

Arrangements are by Williamson and Sons Funeral Home, 8852 Dayton Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379.

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