Benjamin Dewayne Stiles, 83, of Chattanooga, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2020.
Benjamin was born October 24, 1936, to Benjamin Frazier and Minnie Stiles. He was a graduate of Tennessee Tech University, and was employed by American Manufacturing Company and T.V.A.
He enjoyed backpacking on the Appalachian Trail and watching SEC football with family. He was a communicant of St. Martin of Tours Episcopal Church in Chattanooga, where he served as a vestryman.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Charlotte; his son, Eric (Cindy) Stiles; his daughter Dana (Brent) Joye; his grandson, Benjamin Maxwell Stiles; his brother, Dewey Stiles; and his nephew, Russ Stiles.
Due to the current health situation, a private service for family will be held at his church, St. Martin of Tours Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org) or the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (appalachiantrail.org).