Judith Pauline Klosterman Ware, a 50 year resident of Lookout Mountain, transitioned from this life to the next on July 4, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Dr. Thomas C. Ware. She was a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother.
Her dinner parties were legendary for those fortunate enough to attend including many of the UTC English department where her late husband was a professor and department head for many years.
She is survived by 5 children and their spouses, 9 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. Daughter, Susan Cofer of Chattanooga, TN., Grandson Michael Cofer of Sarasota, FL., Granddaughter Catherine (Brian) Lowe (Claire and Audrey) of Sarasota, FL., Granddaughter Elizabeth Miller (Jackson, Andrew, and Charles) of Chattanooga TN., Daughter, Linda (Jack) Atchley of Signal Mtn., Son, Tom Ware of Lookout Mtn, TN., Granddaughter Lindsay Ware, Rachel Ware and Grandson Thomas C Ware III of Ringgold, GA., Son, Matthew (Paula) Ware of Chattanooga, TN., Granddaughter Brooke Ware of Chattanooga , TN., Granddaughter Caroline Ware( fiancé Jacob Reagan) of Chattanooga, TN., son Christopher (Celeste) Ware and Grandson Memphis Ware of Indianapolis, IN.
Brother Dave (Carolyn) Klosterman from Louisville, KY. Their long-time travel companions.
Judy’s non-judgmental approach to people and the choices of her children stand out as a reminder of her kind gentle character.
In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to Hospice of Chattanooga.
A private graveside service will be held at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, 404 South Moore Road.
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