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Knox Chamblin Obituary
Jackson
Dr. Knox Chamblin died on February 7, 2012, in the company of his wife and two daughters. He had a reputation as a masterful classroom teacher and an ardent, lifelong student of the Bible.
Knox Chamblin was born December 28, 1935, to Jones Miller Chamblin and Olivia Knox Chamblin. He grew up in Jackson, Mississippi, and graduated from Central High School in 1953. After majoring in Greek at Wheaton College (B.A., 1957), he did post-graduate study in Bible and Theology at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia (B.D., Th.M., 1961), Cambridge University in Cambridge, England (1961-1965), and Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Virginia (Th.D., 1975). On September 10, 1965, he married Ginger Hitchcock, whom he met while living in Decatur. They were married for over forty-six years.
From 1967 to 1980, Dr. Chamblin taught Bible at Belhaven College, and from 1980 to 2001, he was Professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary. He was the author of numerous articles and books, including Paul and the Self (Baker, 1993) and a two-volume commentary on the book of Matthew. He was also particularly fond of the writer C.S. Lewis, and often taught classes on his work. In addition to his teaching at Belhaven and RTS, Dr. Chamblin spoke and lectured at seminaries and mission conferences in Brazil, Peru, and Indonesia, preached at numerous churches throughout Mississippi, and for many years taught Sunday School at Trinity Presbyterian Church. He continued to teach part-time up until his diagnosis of leukemia last September.
Knox is remembered for his warm sense of humor and for being a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Ginger Chamblin; two daughters, Beverly Harmon and Claire Holley: two sons-in-law, Stuart Harmon and Chad Holley; five grandchildren, Avery Harmon, Brooke Harmon, Kelsey Harmon, Jack Holley, and Nate Holley; and one sister, Bettye Walker.
Dr. Chamblin's funeral is scheduled for Saturday, February 11, 2012, at 2 p.m., at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be Friday, February 10, from 2 to 5 p.m., and Saturday at 1 p.m. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Wright & Ferguson of downtown Jackson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Belhaven University and Reformed Theological Seminary.
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Memories and Condolences
for Knox Chamblin
Carol Stephenson
July 7, 2012
Both my husband and I were saddened to hear of his death. I remember him as a director at Camp Westminster in Conyers, GA where I attended; as a wonderful Bible teacher at First Pres when my husband attended RTS; and as the baccalaureate speaker at French Camp Academy when our son graduated there. My husband, Dr. Lane Stephenson sat under him at Belhaven and RTS. We are looking forward to meeting him again in our heavenly home.
Matt Monahan
February 28, 2012
I'm sad that I never got a chance to meet Dr. Chamblin in person, as he was the most influential professor I learned from while a distance student at RTS. Next year I'll begin as a HS Bible teacher and hope to pass on his lifelong work in studies of Paul and the Gospel. I am so thankful for how God used him in my life.
Clare Hendry
February 13, 2012
I just heard about Dr Chamblin's death. I had the privilege of being taught by him in the 80's. As an overseas student from Britain Dr Chamblin always made me feel welcome.Visiting RTS Jackson years later it was great to meet up with him again My sympathy and love go to his family. He will be much missed but his teaching and the way he lived out his faith will continue to impact this world.
Clare Hendry (nee Woodhouse) London, England
Julie Jarrell
February 11, 2012
Dear Ginger,
My heart aches for words, that I just can't find the right ones to express how sorry I am for your loss. I just want to say he was a fine Christian man. You both are very dear to my heart. Ya'll called on me in my deepest darkest struggles of life. I will always be gratiful And will never forget. I pray that God will give you the strength to face each days challenge/ I just wanted you to know that you are truly an angel to others probably when you did not know it. Knox is having the time of his life now. He is not hurting and there are no limits to what he can do. You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, JULIE
Melissa Rogers
February 10, 2012
Ms. Ginger, i am sorry for your loss although i know he is in a better place. You both were so sweet to me while I was attending Trinity. God bless you.
Steve Wilkinson
February 10, 2012
An irreplaceable influence and mentor in faith in ministry, because his depth of knowledge wasn't just academic. It was an extension of his faith, discipleship, and discovery. Dr. Chamblin's consistent character as a believer was as influential as his teaching. His thoughtfulness, care, and patience will be deeply, deeply missed, but have made a lasting impact.
Warren Willard
February 10, 2012
I remember Knox well. Knox, Steve Hertz and I used to shoot hoops in his backyard. As I recall his dad worked for McKesson & Robbins. He was a good friend for the two years I lived around the corner on Meadowbrook Rd. He was a wonderful young man and obviously grew up to be a brilliant theologian. I haven't seen Knox since 1953 but I'll never forget him.
Warren Willard
San Clemente CA
Trip & Elizabeth Allen
February 9, 2012
Knowing Knox= a glimpse of Christ and the embodiment of grace, mercy, caring, wisdom, and humility. We will certainly miss him and are so grateful that Ginger and Knox were generous friends with their time and prayer support.
Cheryl Plunkey Ricks
February 9, 2012
Dr. Chamblin was a great teacher and theologian. I am blessed to have known him. He will be missed. Your family is in my prayers during this time if sorrow.
The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home
February 9, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
David Foster
February 9, 2012
Ginger,
Knox was a stellar example of God's grace shining through a human frame. He warmly welcomed me to RTS as an adjunct instructor, assisted me greatly on my dissertation, and always was my favorite preacher because of his blend of true scholarship coupled with warmth. Of course it didn't hurt him at all in the Foster household that he valued Wheaton and C.S. Lewis. Psalm 147:3. David Foster
Diann Harris
February 9, 2012
My prayers are with you at this time of parting....with the knowledge that you shall all be joined again one day with the God of Perfect Love, our Heavenly Father.
Don Locke
February 9, 2012
Ginger, Beverly, and Claire, We were saddened to learn about Knox. We have very fond memories of all of you from seminary days 1983-1988. He was a gentle, Christian man and one of Don's favorite seminary teachers. May God comfort all of you.
Don and Ruth Ann Locke, RTS class of 1988
Ray Bobo
February 9, 2012
I am blessed and my life much the richer for God having crossed our paths. Dr. Chamblin taught as much, if not more, by example as by lecture. May God comfort the Chamblin family.
Dr. J. Thomas Whetstone
February 9, 2012
Dr. Chamblin was such a wise man of God, a committed student of scripture, and a wonderful teacher! As his former student and teaching assistant, I fondly recall so many lessons that Knox taught me through sermons, classes, and his personal sanctification. He always had a serious, profound impact because of his engaging sense of humor. He was a Berean in Mississippi and now is in glory. May the LORD continue to comfort you, Ginger.
Donna Riles
February 9, 2012
Ginger, Bev, Claire and families:
Our hearts are deeply saddened for your loss but joyful to know Knox will have a wonderful homecoming awaiting him. Mickey and I are so thankful to have gotten to know you and Knox over the past 6 or 7 years while being at Trinity. Our only regret is that we didn't take advantage of all the opportunities afforded us to absord all the biblical and spiritual knowledge he so freely gave to his audiences.
May you and your family find comfort in the knowledge of how much he was loved and admired. You are not alone, because of God's love and the love of so many of us who lift you up today and the days to follow.
With love and prayers,
Mickey and Donna Riles
Don Ward
February 9, 2012
His gentle manner with us his proud students taught as much as his theology- which was very fine! I remember him fondly.
Tom Allen
February 9, 2012
Mrs Ginger Chamblin And Family Sorry to hear about Dr Knox Chamblin passing I considered him a good friend and he was exspecally great to come visit my dad up till the day he passed with cancer andpray and visit with him. Now they are togather and visiting again and we will see them someday hope you find peace and comfort in this. Tom and Lisa Allen and Mrs. Robert Allen and Family
February 9, 2012
May you find comfort from the God of All Comfort.
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