John F. Risley Obituary
The family of John F. Risley of Lookout Mountain, Georgia announces his passing on October 31, 2026. John, born on June 20, 1937, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Risley and Marian Risley; his siblings-in-law, Natalya Hahn (Bill), Jean Smith (Dick), Shirley Kunzig (Bob), Jack Holland (Cody), Allan Holland (Sue), Jerry Holland (Av), Tom Holland and Tom King; and his grandson Timmy.
He is survived by: his wife Cathy; his son Jon (Sarah); his grandchildren, Jonathan (Chelsea), Luke (Bekah), Sam, Matthew, Sarah Kate, Elyse, Laura Ann, Joseph, Seth, Gabriel, Nehemiah, Malachi and Esther; his great grandchildren, Catherine and Mark; his sister-in-law Marjorie Holland; and his sister Judy King.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 28th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Fellowship Hall. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 28th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church (316 N Bragg Ave, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350).
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church of a charity of your choice.
