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William Lindsey Obituary
Knoxville, TN
William Lee Lindsey, 1931-2016, of Knoxville, Tennessee, completed his time here after a long term battle with Alzheimers. He has taken on a new role in the gardens of Heaven. Bill had a passion for gardening and landscaping that left multitudes of people with smiles. He was a marvelous husband to his wife and a great father to his daughter. He was a member of Bookwalter United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ina and Howard Lindsey. Survivors include his wife, Mary Elizabeth Lindsey; daughter, Cheri Gaddis; and son-in-law, Tom Gaddis; sister, Jane Rule; nieces and nephew, Wendy, Melony and Luke. The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice for all of their loving care and guidance throughout this journey: Jennifer, Trudy and Laura.
There will be a short Memorial Service on Friday, November 4, 2016 at 11:00 am in Greenwood Cemetery with Pastor Steven Doyle, officiating. Please visit www.berrylynnhurst.com to leave condolences for the family.
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Betsi Cummins Vesser
November 5, 2016
Aunt Liz , sharing your grief, but knowing Uncle Bill is already laughing in Heaven with old and dear friends. Prayers for you! Mom said she has many wonderful memories of good times with you all. You were great youth group leaders too and a special blessing to our church family for many years. Hugs to you and Cheri.
Butch & Linda Cummins
November 5, 2016
Elizabeth and Chrei we are so sorry to hear that Bill is no longer with us but is much happier with the Lord. We have such good memories as our best friend of the Cummins family. We will always remember him and our good times. He was there thru sad and happy times, He has been and will be truly missed.Our Love to you always. Butch, Linda Cummins and Family
Rob Snavely
November 5, 2016
Elizabeth and Cheri so sorry for your loss. Bill was a good man. Will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Alan and Rob Snavely
November 4, 2016
Elizabeth and family: He will be missed at Bookwalter. Both of you have contributed so much. Praying you will be back with us soon.
Prayers,
Pat Collier, Fellowship Class,
Bookwalter
Rosa Lee Edmonds
November 3, 2016
Chrei,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember him picking us up at work in the snow or in bad weather we could always depend on your Dad to be there for us. I love you and will remember you and your family in my prayers.
Darrell Dance
November 3, 2016
I will always remember Bill as a godly wonderful person. I enjoyed all our years at work. Prayers to the family.
Patti Byrge
November 3, 2016
Cheri,
I am sorry for the loss of your father. I am praying for you and your family.
Jack and Frances Dixon
November 2, 2016
Cheri We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with your family during this time.
Pat McCarter
November 2, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I had the pleasure of working with Bill for many years.
Judy Shepard
November 2, 2016
i am sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Bill. My prayers are with you.
Carol Mahler
November 1, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you Cheri and family. I hope the memories you hold of your dad give you a lifetime of love for him!
Nancy Silcox
October 31, 2016
Dear Elizabeth and Cheri,
When Cheri and I were children, Bill joked that he was going to claim me as a tax deductionhe well should have! He was a kind, generous man to include an extra little girl in so many outings. I have such fond memories of times with your family--they still pop into my head and make me smile. Just think, Bill will tend Heaven's gardens and make Jesus laugh all the while! Praying for your peace and strength in the days ahead.
Jeanne, John Gaddis
October 31, 2016
Much love to Cheri, Tom and 'Buddy'... cherish your memories in the days, months and years to follow. Love from Jeanne and John and family
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