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Christine Gentry Obituary

Christine Gentry

Christine Gentry, age 85 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away July 2nd, 2013 peacefully.

Born in Smoot, WV on July 26, 1927, Christine is preceded in death by her husband, Linnell Gentry, who passed away in 2000.

Survived by her children: son, Mike Gentry of Murfreesboro, TN; daughter, Sally Gentry-Hill (Jack Hill) of Nashville, TN; grandson, Brad Gentry of Murfreesboro, TN and great-grandson, Tallon Gentry of Smithville, TN. She is also survived by her sister, Billie Ann Sanford of Rainelle, WV.

She was the daughter of the late William and Fannie Anderson. Christine is an alumnus of West Virginia Wesleyan College class of 1949. She started her career as a home economics teacher in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. She became a homemaker in 1952 to start her family. Christine was a volunteer for Middle TN Medical Center for over 30 years in the admitting dept.

Christine was a member of First United Methodist Church in Murfreesboro, TN since 1966.

Her family gives a heartfelt appreciation to the staff of Adams Place assisting living, rehab and long term care unit for their care, compassion and love. The family sends a special thanks to her caregiver, Jane Lowe, who has helped and been with her since 2010.

Christine loved gardening, sewing and watching her roses bloom annually. She was a loving lady and would rather give than receive. Christine will be missed by everyone who knew her well.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m., at Woodfin Memorial Chapel, with Pastors Thad Austin and Ann Benson officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends of the family will serve as Pallbearers.

Visitation with the family will be held Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Woodfin Memorial Chapel, (615) 893-5151. Online condolences can be made at woodfinchapel.com

Published by The Daily News Journal on Jul. 4, 2013.
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A wonderful lady I had the privilege of meeting several years ago when I become part of the Sanford family. She was a gem that's for sure!! Love Charles Lynn and Wilma Sanford

Wilma Sanford

July 3, 2014

Sweetest lady ever. I knew her from the hospital. She made everyone feel special she came in contact with.

July 2, 2014

Mike - I just heard about your Mom. I am sorry for your loss.

Pam Smith

July 21, 2013

Mike I am truly sorry about your mother passing. I dearly loved working with her and Angie when they were both volunteers at MTMC. She could always say the funniest things in that quiet way that she had. My prayers are with you and your family.

DEBORAH MOORE

July 10, 2013

Mike, I just heard about the loss of your Mom. I'm so sorry and thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Wayne Phillips

July 9, 2013

Brad, my aunt Carol told me about your grandmother. I'm so sorry for your loss. I absolutley loved Mrs. Gentry. Prayers for you all.

Carissa Burris-Russell

July 9, 2013

hi mike, im sorry to hear of your mother passing away. my mother was at adams place most of last year and i found out who your mom was. i would talk to her most times when i saw her. it is very hard to lose a mother, so remember that i will be thinking of you. take care mike sincerely, richard pearson

richard pearson

July 8, 2013

Mike and Sally,My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.Your Mom was such a precious and wonderful neighbor.She will be greatly missed.

Donna Bath

July 7, 2013

Just wanted to add my condolences. My father was Dr. Edgar Beaty who worked with Linnell in the Education Dept. at MTSU. Dad spoke so highly of both your parents. Your Mom remembered my parents and honored them by sending flowers when I lost them. I want you know to how much your mom was apreciated.

Helen Beaty

July 7, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with Mike and Sally during these difficult times.

Butch / Janie Campbell

July 6, 2013

Susan Perry Barnes: Sally and Mike, your Mom was such a lovely Lady.

July 6, 2013

Mike,Sally,You all have my sympathy.I am a cousin of, Linell through on my mother
side.Christine was such a great person.So sorry to hear about her death.She was so kind to everyone.I know you will mill you mother.
Joyce Bugg & Gail Reed

Joyce Bugg

July 6, 2013

Here are a few words about my Aunt Christine's heritage. Reading through some memoirs written by my mother, Christine's sister, reminds me of the rich heritage of faith, education, and integrity that we as their children have inherited. Christine, Virginia, and Billie Ann were raised on a farm in West Virginia. Their mother, Fannie, was one of seven children from the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia who all received a college education. She married a farmer who didn't go to school after 4th grade, but was one of the most respected men of Greenbrier County. Christine's dad was on the board of his church, was on the board of his bank, and even became the Chairman of the County Board of Education. They encouraged all three of their daughters to go to college, and took Christine and Virginia to West Virginia Wesleyan in the cattle truck - with their belongings packed in a trunk in the back! Christine's mother encouraged her girls to read, and always had magazines and books for them to read, even before they got electricity in the 1940's. They took a daily newspaper in the days when it was delivered by mail on horseback! Christine and her sisters grew up knowing hard work, honesty, and love were the foundations for a good life, and they worshipped God each week in the church founded by their grandfather. Aunt Christine was one of the "Great Generation" - an example of a wonderful wife, mother, sister, and friend for all of us.

Sandra Riddle

July 5, 2013

So sorry to hear about Mrs. Gentry. I met her several times while visiting my Mother at AdamsPlace and she was always so sweet.

Andrea Bolden

July 4, 2013

Im so sorry Mike!...Kim has told me so much about your relationship with your Mom..just remember, you have been a BLESSING to her!...God has treasures stored up in Heaven as your reward...She is with Jesus now...I pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you , Kim and your family in this time of need...love the Rheinscheld family

Debbie Rheinscheld

July 4, 2013

To the Gentry Family: May the Lord give you peace and contentment knowing that your loved one is now at peace and free from suffering. Our prayers are with you.

Janice & Stanley Mason

July 4, 2013

Mrs. Gentry used to be our neighbor. She was one of the sweetest women I have ever met. I remember seeing her many times putting clothes out on the line and tending to her flowers. She will be missed very much! Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Amber Arline

July 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Although we can't be with you during this difficult time, Janet, Steve, Gentry, Brighton, Linda, Sierra, Hunter and I are thinking of you. We will always remember Christine, your Mom, and a very special aunt and sister-in-law.

Ina Mae Gentry Riffe

July 4, 2013

We are saddened to hear of the loss of Christine.The entire Manning family has the Gentrys in our thoughts and prayers.

Robert Manning

July 4, 2013

Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

Lou Goins

July 4, 2013

Mrs. Gentry is the mother of my best buddy Mike Gentry. She was so very sweet. My youngest, ShelbyMack and I took her a Christmas Nativity Scene on Christmas at Adam's Place and ShelbyMack pretty much re-decorated her room. She was soo sweet and kind and I am honored that Mike asked me to be a pallbearer at her service. RIP "Mrs. G". Thaddeaus Scott Mason

July 3, 2013

Mrs. Gentry had the most kind and gentle heat I've ever seen. I'm gonna miss her kind hellos and smiles. She is one woman that will never be forgot.

Paige Mills

July 3, 2013

Aunt Christine will be missed. She was a sweet lady who was a wonderful hostess to her nieces every summer - lots of good memories. Love to Mike and Sally. Love, Sandy and Tom Riddle

Sandra Riddle

July 3, 2013

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