John grew up in Pittsburg, Kansas and served our country in the U. S. Army. He retired from W. R. Grace with over 30 years of service. John was a former member of Christ United Methodist Church in Memphis and served many years in the Service Over Self ministry at the church. He is currently a member at Hixson United Methodist Church.
John was preceded in death by his wife Mary Henry Naylor and a sister, Margaret Ridlon;
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Jen Lee Naylor and Gary Lee Walker; two grandchildren, Shaun Lee (Heather) Walker and Merrick Gene (Christina) Walker; two great grandchildren, Scarlet Walker and Kynzie Mayberry; sister, Deborah Naylor Green; several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. on Friday at the North Chapel.
Services for John will follow at 3 on Friday at the North Chapel with Rev. Randy Martin officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John’s name to the Pet Placement Center, 5975 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37415 or to the Service Over Self, 2505 Popular Ave., Memphis, TN 38112
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist.