Charlotte Anne Ferrell

Charlotte Anne Ferrell, the beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on January 14, 2026, in Cleveland, Tennessee after a brave battle with kidney disease. Born on March 5, 1948, in Winona, Minnesota, Charlotte lived a life filled with love, compassion, and countless memories that will forever warm the hearts of those who knew her. Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Jane (Voelker) Thilmany, and her son Gregory Alan Byam.

Charlotte is survived by her husband Allen "Bud" Ferrell, two beloved children, Carrie (Jimmy) Hunt of Cleveland, TN and Daniel Byam of Hanover, PA, and her sister Beth (Tim) Blumer of Camanche, IA. She cherished the moments spent with her three grandchildren, Mikaela, Marshall, and Lawson Byam, who brought her immeasurable happiness. She also welcomed Monroe Chinell, her bonus grandson, into her heart. Her cherished fur babies, Jellybean and Peanut, along with her grand dog Ruby, were constant sources of comfort and companionship.

In her 44 years of marriage, Charlotte was the devoted wife of Allen "Bud" Ferrell. Charlotte often fondly reminisced about her adventures as a proud Navy wife, traveling to various duty stations in the United States and overseas alongside Bud. Charlotte found her calling as a Vet Assistant at Keith Street Animal Clinic, where her deep passion for animals blossomed. She treated every animal with the utmost care and kindness, embodying the compassion that defined her character. Charlotte had a lifelong love of horses and her enthusiasm for exploring new culinary delights made her the perfect embodiment of a true foodie. Her zest for life and the joy she found in everyday pleasures inspired all who had the privilege to know her.

A celebration of Charlotte's life will be held on January 23, 2026, at Companion Funeral Home - The Cleveland Chapel with visitation from 4:00PM to 6:00PM followed by a memorial service where family and friends will gather to honor her memory and reflect on the moments that made her life extraordinary. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Kidney Foundation of Greater Chattanooga, an organization that aligns with Charlotte's spirit of giving and care for others.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Charlotte or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.