Obituary of Charles Frederick Oliphant

Charles Frederick Oliphant, Jr., age 94, died at home, April 15, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Frederick and Jennie Hamill Oliphant, and his wife, Jayne Shutting Oliphant. Survivors include his brother, G. William Oliphant, his son, C. Frederick Oliphant, his daughter, Ann Oliphant Post, and four grandchildren. A lifelong resident of Chattanooga, he attended City High School, graduated from the University of Chattanooga with honors, served in World War II in the European Theater, where he was awarded a Purple Heart, and later worked as an executive with Scholze Tannery. In retirement, he pursued a keen interest in genealogy and history, particularly local history. Visitation will be Monday, April 20, 2015 from 10:30 to 12:00 at Wann Funeral Home, followed by graveside services at Forest Hills Cemetery with the Rev. Robert Childers officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chattanooga Public Library for the local history department. Arrangements are by Wann Funeral Home and Cremation Center 4000 Tennessee Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37409. Share your memories, stories and photos at www.wannfuneralhome.com