David Franklin Downer Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of David Franklin Downer of Hixson, Tennessee, born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, who passed away on May 15, 2023, at the age of 68, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Frances Pauline Downer (King) of Hixson, TN and John Franklin Downer of Hixson, TN; and his uncles, Marvin King of Ft. Payne, AL and Bert Heard of Red Bank, TN.. He is survived by: his daughter Dena Johnson (Jacob); his grandson Jacob Johnson, Jr.; his aunt Mary Heard (late Bert); and his pet Bootsie.

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May 22

Visitation

Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist-North Chapel
5401 TN-153, Hixson, TN 37343

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May 22

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Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist-North Chapel
5401 TN-153, Hixson, TN 37343

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May 22

Committal service

Chattanooga National Cemetery
1200 Bailey Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404

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