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1953
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Leslie Shockley Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Leslie C. Shockley, Jr., 64, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Thursday November 16th, 2017 at Park West Medical Center. Les was born May 17, 1953 and was a life-long resident of East Tennessee. He had a long successful career in the trucking industry and worked for companies such as Sentinel Transportation (Conoco) and finished his career as Knoxville Terminal Manager for Florida Rock and Tank Lines before retiring in 2014. Les is survived by his wife of 22 years, Tonja G. Shockley of Knoxville; three sons, Drew Shockley, wife, Jessica, and grandsons, Mason (8) and Max (6) of Evansville, Indiana; Ryan Brandenburg, wife, Lindsay, granddaughter, Marley (2) and grandson, Waylon (born September 2017) of Knoxville, Tennessee, currently serving in the US Coast Guard in Tawas, Michigan; and Blaine Shockley, Kimera Grissom, and grandson, Brooks (6) and grandson, Blaise (expected January 2018) of Knoxville, Tennessee. He is also survived by his mother, Edith Shockley of Knoxville, Tennessee and his only brother, Tony Shockley Sr., wife, Vetta, a number of nieces and nephews of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and countless family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Leslie C. Shockley, Sr., a number of special aunts, uncles and other family members which he dearly loved. Les was an avid golfer and taught many the love of the game. He also loved to fish and spend time with his sons and grandchildren. Les was well-known in the Knoxville area and was a friend to many. A Celebration of his life will be held for friends and family on Tuesday, November 21st, from 4-6pm at Berry Highland West, 9913 Sherrill Blvd. Knoxville, Tennessee, 37923. Private family burial will follow at a later date. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.BerryHighlandWest.com.
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Cathy Spitzer
February 2, 2018
OMG so sorry just finding out about losing such a special guy! Les, u are such a good friend, one taken too early, rest well "old man"...
DEBBIE KING, WILLIAMS
November 25, 2017
I WAS FRIENDS WITH LES AND HELMA IN THE 60S AND 70S WE WERE ALWAYS DOING THINGS TOGETHER AND ALWAYS HAD LOTS OF FUN. HE WAS ALWAYS SO FUNNY AND HAPPY. IT IS SO SAD THAT HE HAS LEFT US SO SOON . DREW YOU HAD A GREAT DAD AND I AM SURE YOU WILL MISS HIM. LIFE GOES BY SO FAST.
Kathy Linkes
November 21, 2017
Just a loss for words.... A bright light gone way too soon. May the memories of all the laughter and good times ease the pain.
Janet, Fred & Daniel Wells
November 21, 2017
Les is now a flame that will never be extinguished, a shining light for us all. Les will never be forgotten in the endless circle of family and friends. It was an honor to be your friends. We love you.
Matt Brayton
November 21, 2017
Blaine, Tonja and family.... I just want you to know that you are in my thought and prayers this week. Les was such a good, decent guy. I loved his smile and handshake in the stands at all our boys'' basketball games. He was so proud of all his kids and his love for family was warmly extended to everyone. May your memory of him help guide you in the future. He was a good model for how to treat people.
Albert Styles
November 20, 2017
Go rest high on that mountain.
Ronnie & Shirley Cruze
November 20, 2017
Dear Mrs. Shockley & Family,
We are sorry to hear about Leslie we all grew up in the same community in Loveland and went to school together Leslie was a nice man just know that he is wrapped in God loving arms. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maxine Sands
November 20, 2017
Dear Edith & Family,
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Leslie, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord loving promises to comfort you give you strength as you walk through this difficult time.
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you John 14 : 18
Roy&Elaine Warwick
November 20, 2017
Elaine and I send our deepest condolences to Tonja and the family.May Gods peace and comfort be with all of you during this difficult time !
Mike Derrick
November 20, 2017
"such a unbelievable shock to me" so sorry to hear this. Les was a good boss to me and mostly a good friend. i often thought of him like a second father to me. he will definitely be missed. See you in Heaven Les
November 20, 2017
Im totally shocked. Les wS so vibrant and full of life, this doesnt seem possible. Family and friends are surrounding you all. They mean everything they say, even if it doesnt reach you. I will get together when things slow down. As coincidental as this sounds, a close friends memorial service is at the exact same time downtown. I want to be both
places and cant! But these services are difficult to be one-on-One. My love and sympathy are. Full of heart. Love, Natalie
Becky Irwin
November 20, 2017
Leslie was one of the good guys. He will be missed. Prayers for his family and dear friends.
Steve Johnson
November 20, 2017
So sorry to hear of Leslie's passing. We were good friends right after we left Holston. We haven't seen each other in many years. He was on my mind quite often. A wonderful person, and a great friend to many... Keep your'e friends close... All of the family are in my prayers...
Gypsy Finleu
November 19, 2017
He was such a sweet gentle soul.he was great guy with a loving heart I loved him uour cuz gypsy I will never forget your kindness to every one
Denise Marrow Link
November 19, 2017
I am so sorry! I had no idea that he was sick, this is such a shock to me, I loved Les!
Denise Link (Marrow)
Richard Rohn
November 19, 2017
I had the pleasure of meeting Les and his lovely wife Tonja in Oscoda, Michigan. Les and Tonja had came to visit their son Ryan and wife Lindsay, and of course their sweet granddaughter, Marley, who had just bought their first home next door to my wife and I. Les was a true gentleman. Outgoing and funny. I did have the pleasure of seeing Les and Tonja again, just after the birth of Ryan and Lindsay's, son; Waylon. Sure wish that I would have had the opportunity to golf or spend time Les and his family. They are all such WONDERFUL People! I know Les will be missed very much. The plans that Les and Tonja had made, are now changed. It will be tough to go on without him, but take comfort in the fact, that Les will be looking down on all that knew and loved him, and if you trust in the word of GOD, we know that we will see him and all of our loved one's that have gone before us, on the other side of this life. Celebrate the life and times that you had with Les. You know that he would want that.
Rick and Kathy Rohn, Oscoda, Michigan
Johnney and Dawn Davis
November 19, 2017
We loved our time with Les golfing, hanging out at the beach and enjoying lot of laughs. We will truly miss him.
Jamie
November 19, 2017
Still blows my mind I miss you brother rest in peace
John G Crawford III
November 19, 2017
My thoughts are with you guys. Les was the man!
Janice & Gary Roberts
November 19, 2017
Tonya and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Les was a great person, always smiling and friendly. I remember our couples golf league well...you two were hard to beat! My prayers for the days ahead are for comfort and peace.
Tina Acuff Jones
November 19, 2017
So sadden to hear about Les he was always around in high school at Holston . Lea and My brother were friends and fellow golfers. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
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