Rev. Bobby L. Peoples
1935 - 2012
Rev. Bobby L. Peoples
1935 - 2012
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BORN
1935
DIED
2012
Bobby Peoples Obituary
Rev. Peoples was born and raised in Enterprise, Alabama. He moved to Chattanooga in 1963 to serve as a Southern Baptist Minister and Evangelist. He was a member of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, hosted his own syndicated radio program that was heard across the country on 500 radio stations and played his music for the Queen of England, three US Presidents and with Bob Hope in the USO. He was also a Sertoma Club Freedom Award recipient and served as the Chaplain at Harrison Lodge 114 F&AM.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Eerie Peoples; brother, Douglas Peoples; and sister, Lena Griswald.
Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Tresia Peoples; daughter, Renee (Ray) Brown; grandson, Raymond (Cindy) Brown of Henagar, Alabama; granddaughter, Christina Brown of Chattanooga; and great-grandson, Alex Brown; brother, Carl (Rosemary) Peoples of Vienna, VA and Jim Peoples of Lakeland, Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 4 until 8 pm on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at the funeral home.
Funeral Services will be held 11:30 AM on Monday, May 14, 2012 at the funeral home with Rev. James Hutchings and Rev. John Butler officiating.
Burial will follow at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Chattanooga.
Arrangements are by Chattanooga Funeral Home Crematory and Florist, North Chapel, 5401 Hwy 153, Hixson, TN 37434.
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Bobby Peoples
January 20, 2013
Jeannine Ramey
September 7, 2012
Tresia,
Sorry to hear about Bobby's passing. I will always remember him playing for our Christmas parties. I love and miss you and think of you often. Contact me sometime, I would love to see how you guys are doing.
Kamber Robinson / Boaz
July 9, 2012
My name is Kamber Robinson, Bobby often came to our church Faith Heartland in Mason Ohio. I remember sitting on his lap so many time he used to call me motor mouth because he said that's what I sounded like when I cried. I loved Booby so much, my church family is so sorry about the loss of a great man. As mom said we know he is enjoying see all the colors of the rainbow. Which that was my favorite songs. We will miss you, until we meet again. We love you Bobby!
Candy Witcher
May 24, 2012
As a teenager Bobby came to our Church to minister. I will never forget the impact his testimony had on my life and I am so glad to know that he is seeing the face of Jesus.
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Christian Firestone
May 17, 2012
Thank you to the family. I want to thank you for sharing such a dear member of your family with those individuals in the school system, such as myself. Bobby was such an inspiration to me when I was young and through my young adult life.
My family knew of Bobby Peoples as one who had provided a positive influence in my life, so much so that my mother was the one who provided the news of his passing. I would have to say that he was such a man that provided God's love that I gave my life to Jesus soon after we had developed a friendship.
So, I want to tell you as a family how much he meant to the children in which he ministered. In some cases the changes he left were for a lifetime.
Douglas Miller
May 16, 2012
I remember having Mr. Peoples in our home in London, KY in the 70's when I was just a young boy. He loved my Mom's food and, after dinner, went into the living room, played the piano and sang, "King Jesus". I was stunningly amazed with his talent. Little did I know that he played for presidents, queens and entertainers around the world. Precious memories.....how they linger. Mr. Peoples, thank you for the inspiration you were to this old man when he was just a young boy. I can't wait to meet you again in Heaven someday. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in the days and weeks, footsteps and miles ahead.
James Farris
May 14, 2012
I too had the blessing of singing with the Hixson Trio and had the honor of being accompanied by Bobby. What a blessing he was to all who new him. He might have been blind, but he could see plenty. I remember the song of colors that he played, only God could have inspired that arrangement. Thanks for sharing your life with all of us.
Kathy Wilson
May 14, 2012
Renee and Family, Your father was a wonderful man who made a great impression on many younger people including myself. I feel blessed to have been introduced to him and his music at a young age at both Hixson COG and Dividing Ridge COG. May God bless you and bring you comfort during this time.
Jim Hill
May 14, 2012
My friend is seeing the face of Jesus! I remember all the times Bobby would call WFLI when I was on the air. His kind words of encouragement helped me in my life and career. Bobby was "Peoples to People" and I will miss him. But family rest assured that there is a celebration taking place right now and a place set for me and you to join in! God bless you all!
Jim Hill
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Cheryl Hixson
May 14, 2012
My Dearest Peoples Family,
My heart is so heavy with learning the news of the passing of such a great person. Bobby was such an influence on so many and a blessing that is a rare gift in ones life time. I know that my mother was there to meet him with the choir of Angles in Heaven, Jean Hixson, my mother, and the Hixson Trio were truly blessed to have been able to sing with and be accompanied by such a talent.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you mourn the loss and as Heaven celebrates its newest Angel.
Cheryl Hixson
Carolyn M. Wooten
May 14, 2012
Tresia and Renee, It was sad hearing about Bobby' passing. He will be missed by so many. It was always a pleasure hearing him playing his music. My prayers are with you and your family at this time and the days to follow.
Libby Salter
May 14, 2012
Aunt Treisa and Renee,
All our prayers and love are with you.
Libby, David and the Kids
May 14, 2012
Tresia, Bobby was such precious person and friend to us. During all the miles on the road that we spent together singing, he was our spiritual leader, friend and father is us all. Never a time did he ever complain about anything. He will truly be missed by us, even tho he had retired from the Chapeltones Quartet, he remained a member and will always will be. Our prayers are with you and your family, but knowing that he is an angel now and being able to see all the colors that he sang about during our concerts, I can only imagine how he is rejoicing and talking with the Lord. We love yoy guys. Vance & Barbara Langford and The Chapeltones Quartet
May 14, 2012
To The Peoples Family: I share in your time of celebration of Bobby's Homegoing. I met Bobby about 30 years ago, when I was a social worker at the Hamilton County Nursing Home. He made a great impression on me and it enhanced my ability to love more (agape). I will never forget his expression of "colors" on the piano. Bobby was so full of love and life. God Bless your family some more. Love, Norma Chapman, a friend.
Kaye Turner
May 13, 2012
There will never be anyone like Bobby Peoples. Heaven gained a wonderful angel. Thank you Bobby for the encouragement you gave me in singing. I am honoured to have you a part of my life.
Kaye Turner
May 13, 2012
Dear Tersa, and family. I have no words to describe just what Bobby ment to me. He always encourged me in my singing, I wish I had some way to honouring him. He will be greatly missed. But for him to see the face of Jesus I know that he is having a wonderful time in Heaven. Singing, laughing, and walking that street of gold with Jesus. May my prayers comfort you. Love always Kaye Turner
Wallace Nelms
May 13, 2012
Dear Peoples Family:
I was so sad to hear of Bobby's passing. He has been so kind and great to Southern Gospel Music artist over the years. When I was with The Landamrks, he played our music. When I went with Hovie Lister and The Statesmen Quartet, he called me several times and we would talk for a long period of time. He wanted our music to play on his program.
He will be missed. God Bless the family and friends of a wonderful man.
Wallace Nelms, Kingsport, TN. Landmarks and Hoive Lister & The Statesmen Quartet.
May 13, 2012
Renee and Family , I deeply regret the passing of such a great man like Bobby.
He touched the lives of so many with his music and witnessing for God , Even though We miss our loved ones We will see them again someday . Our Prayers are with You and the Family
David & Ruby Martin
May 12, 2012
Dear Tresia and Renee and other family members,
Bobby meant so much to us during our growing up years in Columbus, GA. The music just got better in Heaven. Our thoughts and love are with you.
Love,
The Peck Family
Judy Nelon, Sharon Elmore and Linda Harkins
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