Mrs. Fannye Kate Chase, age 94, Jonesborough, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 at her residence.
Mrs. Chase was a Washington County native and the daughter of the late Cecil & Mae Armstrong of Limestone. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Thomas R. Chase in 2005.
She graduated from Washington College Academy and worked for 35 years as Secretary to the Purchasing Agent of General Shale. She also worked at Summers Hardware and Supply Company during the 1940’s.
Mrs. Chase a member of First Baptist Church of Jonesborough where she served as pianist for a number of years. She was a member of the Dorcas Sunday School Class, the Goodwill Circle, Jonesborough and Johnson City Senior Centers, delivered for Meals on Wheels for Jonesborough area adult center and volunteered at the food pantry in past years.
Survivors include her sister, Mary Ruth Jeffers, Johnson City; niece, Lisa Chase Childers, Brooklyn, NY; and sister-in-law, Anna Lou Chase, Jonesborough.
Due to the pandemic, no visitation will be held but friends are invited to come by and sign the guest registration during funeral home operational hours.
Graveside services will be conducted 2:00 pm Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Maple Lawn Cemetery with Dr. Lester Morelock officiating.
07/16/2021
MARY LOUISE MAY
Dear Anna Lou Chase, Dear Family
Until I received this email from JC Press, didn't know Fannye Kate had passed. My heart aches for you. She entered my life about 35 or 40 years ago; she remains a very special person in my memory. I've lost touch with so many friends in these later years. Prayers for you all.
10/21/2020
Bob and Dynel Savery
Mary Ruth, we were so sorry to hear about your sister's passing. How I remember all of the wonderful times Dad (Wendell Nelson) had with you both. Love and prayers.
10/20/2020
Paul and Debbie Masters
Dear Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We have many precious memories of attending church with Fannye Kate. I am so glad that I got to talk with her at the beauty shop last month. May God Bless You. Love and Prayers
10/20/2020
Kenny (Randy) Huffine & family.
Mary Ruth, We are all saddened by the loss of Fannye Kate. She meant so much to me and my entire family. Lisa and I were communicating this morning and could only describe her as the best example of a Lady we could think of! I am sure you will miss her as we will but I am so thankful for the memories she left us and the standard she left us to live our lives by.
10/19/2020
Teresa Milhorn
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister
