Carol A.Kauffman- Estes, 82, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 in a South Pittsburg healthcare facility.

Carol was preceded in death by her husband, John M. Estes, who passed away on July 21, 2012; parents, Nick and  Mary Golachuk and a son, Mike Kauffman.

Survivors include two children, Debbie Erwin and husband Bobby, of Chattanooga, TN Mark Kauffman and wife Stephanie of Hartselle; seven grandchildren; Sadie Kauffman- Waddell, Kalitta Kauffman, Robert Erwin, Mallorie Kauffman, Mason Kauffman, Brody Kauffman and Joel Kauffman; two great grandchildren, Keegan Waddell and Lawsyn Waddell and many friends.

The family will have a private service at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Annunciation of the Lord Catholic Church of Decatur, Alabama.

Arrangements are by Hamilton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 4506 Hixson Pike, Hixson (423) 531-3975.