Ben Allen Hornsby

Ben Allen Hornsby, 55, passed away in his home on May 25, 2020 of a heart attack.

Ben was born in Denver, Colorado, but spent the entirety of his life in Chattanooga. He
attended Notre Dame high school where he wrestled and played football. After
graduating in 1982, he attended Chattanooga State where he earned a degree in
Respiratory Therapy. He later pursued a BS degree from UTC. He worked as an
entrepreneur with an emphasis on medical sales. Ben’s loyalty to his country lead him
to the Marine Corp Reserves in 1986.

Similar to his patriotism for his country, he was a proud supporter of Notre Dame High
School and this was apparent throughout his life. He had a true passion for cooking
and enjoyed cooking for anybody around him. He loved Tennessee Vols, Notre Dame
football, and Jimmy Buffett.

Ben was predeceased by his mother, Velma Flo Hornsby, father, Benny Lynn Hornsby.
He is survived by his children Benjamin Hornsby, Blake Hornsby, Mary Stuart Hornsby,
Savanah Hornsby, and Chris Hornsby; his girlfriend Kathryn Leiderman and her
daughter Hannah Jarrett. Ben also had a beautiful close relationship with his sister Kim
Boyd and her husband Doogan Boyd, along with their children Courtney and James
Doogan Boyd.

He will be remembered by his contagious laugh, being the life of the party, his
friendliness, and living large. Ben will continue to persist as the embodiment of the
Jimmy Buffet quote: "I'd rather die while I'm living, than live while I'm dead." He will
always remain alive in the hearts of his family. Ben will be greatly missed.

Celebration of life will be announced once the family has determined a date. They ask
in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Notre Dame High School's football or wrestling
team.