Russell Gifford

Russell Wayne Gifford, 65, passed away on November 26, 2022. He was born and raised in the Chattanooga area and grew up in the East Lake community. He was a proud graduate of Kirkman High School where he excelled in academics and sports. He also served in the U.S. Airforce.

He was proceeded in death by his son, Chad Gifford; brother, Paul Gifford; father, Bobby Gifford; step-father, Franklin Barnes; grandparents, Johnny Reel, Pearl Kelsey, Russell and Daisy Gifford.

He is survived by his daughter Alisha Gifford; longtime partner, Bobbie “Sissy” Webb; step-daughter Tammy Carlisle; granddaughters Serenity and Gracelynn; mother, Ruby Barnes; siblings, Bill Gifford, Steve Barnes, Tonya Cornelison, Donna Barnes, Deeann Eslinger and Nikkie Barnes; special friend Bill York; many nieces and nephews, as well as other beloved family and friends.

Visitation will be from 10am to 12pm on Wednesday November 30, 2022, with funeral services to follow at 12pm at Advantage Funeral Home on McCallie Avenue. Burial will be at Palmer Cemetery in Palmer, TN.

Arrangements entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin -Strickland Chapel, 1724 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37404, 423-265-4414. Please visit our website to share your memories: www.advantagefranklin-strickland.com

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