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Christopher Downs Obituary
December 24, 2024
JOHNSON CITY - Christopher Joseph Downs, 63, Johnson City, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
He was born in Chattanooga and was a son of the late Melvin and Mary Dolan Downs.
Christopher graduated from Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga. He then continued his education at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga, where we received his undergraduate. Christopher made the move to Johnson City where he went to ETSU and attended medical school and cardiology. After graduating, Christopher decided to stay in Johnson City where he taught cardiology at ETSU. He went on to practice at the Johnson City Medical Center and James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. Christopher was co-owner of Heart Vascular Medical Practice. He loved being a doctor. Christopher was kind and compassionate to all his wonderful patients. He was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Parish.
He was an avid soccer player in his younger years. Christopher was a "foodie." He was an amazing cook. Christopher was the co-owner of the former local restaurant, Sushi Blues. He was a music connoisseur, even owning a band called "Jugular" where he was lead singer. Christopher enjoyed traveling. He was a world traveler.
Survivors include his son, Lincoln Christopher Guerra Downs, Johnson City; sister, Rosemary Carswell (Kent), Little River, SC; brother, Patrick T. Downs, Chattanooga; nephew, Patrick T. Downs, Jr., Memphis; niece, Jessica P. Downs, Signal Mountain; several cousins, and many friends.
The visitation will be held Friday, December 27, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Tetrick Funeral Services, Johnson City.
The second visitation will be held Sunday, December 29, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Chattanooga Funeral Home East in Chattanooga.
The Celebration of Life Mass will be conducted Monday, December 30, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Chattanooga. The graveside committal service will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Christopher's caregiver, Mary Humphreys and his former practice nurse manager, and partner in crime, Beverly Grubb.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralservices.com.
Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples St. Johnson City, TN 37604 is honored to serve the Downs family (610-7171).
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Kirsten Bocock
January 6, 2025
Chris would come through the drive thru at my place of work. Our friendship started to bloom early last year. I would call him every now and then to check in on him and to make sure that he was doing okay. He told me some really great stories over these last couple of months. He would tell me about how proud he was of his son and how excited he was to see his future unfold. I was only a small part of his life but he was my absolute favorite customer that I have waited on while working here. I found out this morning that he had passed and it shattered my heart. I was starting to get worried since I hadn't seen him in a few weeks, only to see the sad news.. My heart, prayers and condolences go out to his family. Chris won't be forgotten.
jeanette v bowers
December 30, 2024
chris was the nicest most precious doctors that i know.He never changed always had asmile and hug always told me he loved me. and i loved him dearly/i knew him when he was a resident
Stephen Loyd
December 26, 2024
Chris was one of my teachers in Medical School. He was a GREAT guy. I loved rotating with Chris, the days were long and the work was hard but Chris always had a smile on his face and we had fun while we learned. Chris cared deeply about others. His passing makes me sad. I will always love Dr. Chris Downs.
Tammy Anderson
December 26, 2024
Dr Downs was a wonderful Doctor, person, friend. He always had a smile for staff at JCMC when I worked. He later became a patient of mine. Even then he had a smile. He will be missed.
Lois Taylor
December 26, 2024
A person who treated his patients with respect and dignity. Everyone he met was a friend. He was a magnificent cardiologist. I always enjoyed working with him at the Medical Center. He is surly going to be miss. He took wonderful care of my family. Rest now and enjoy the peace you deserve.
Roselyn Ashley
December 26, 2024
A wonderful physician and person. I will always remember his kindness to my mother. She was one of his biggest fans. She eventually had to be in a nursing home and he made a tape of his band singing Happy Birthday to her and mailed it to me.
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