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6018 John Douglass Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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14
Celebration of Life
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Companion Funeral & Cremation Service - ChattanoogaGene Daniel Obituary
Gene Daniel, 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. He was born on March 16, 1936. He started his mining career at 12 years old, began driving a single-axel dump truck at 15, and eventually retired when he was 70.
He is survived by his son Gary Gene Daniel.
Visitation will be held from 11:00AM until 2:00PM on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Companion Funeral Home located at 6018 John Douglass Drive in Chattanooga. A Celebration of Gene’s Life will begin at 2:00PM in the Chapel with Anthony Chambers officiating.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
14
Visitation
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
6018 John Douglass Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
14
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m.
Companion Funeral Home
6018 John Douglass Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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