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Oct
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6018 John Douglass Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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25
Memorial service
2:00 p.m.
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Iron Hendrix Obituary
Iron "Wayne" Hendrix, 71, of Chattanooga passed away October 12, 2025. He was born March 15, 1954, and of the Baptist faith. Wayne enjoyed photography, gardening, stamp collecting and Tennessee football. Wayne retired from McKee Bakery after 47 years of service.
Preceded in death by his father Iron Orell Hendrix; mother, Wyvette (Pat) Hendrix and brother, Bruce Hendrix.
Survived by his daughter, Kelly Rust; sister, Brenda (Bob) Duke and Nancy Hendrix; granddaughter, Morgan Anthor; eight nephews. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM, Saturday, October 25, 2025, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 PM, at Companion Funeral Home-Chattanooga Chapel, 6018 John Douglas Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
25
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Companion Funeral Home-Chattanooga Chapel
6018 John Douglass Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Send FlowersOct
25
Memorial service
2:00 p.m.
Companion Funeral Home-Chattanooga Chapel
6018 John Douglass Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Send FlowersServices provided by
Companion Funeral & Cremation Service - ChattanoogaOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.