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1932
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2019
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Robert Coombs Obituary
Murfreesboro, TN - Robert Jesse Coombs, age 86 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Tuesday April 2, 2019. A native of Nashville, TN, he was the son of the late Daniel Hargett and Margaret Faller Coombs. Mr. Coombs was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Tammy Coombs, and a sister, Margaret Ferrell.
Mr. Coombs is survived by his wife of 59 years, Linda Hall Coombs; sons, James Daniel Coombs of Huntsville, AL, and Thomas Edward Coombs of Hendersonville, TN; daughter, Mary Beth White and her husband Lance of Murfreesboro, TN; sister, Betty Campbell of Alpharetta, GA; three grandchildren, Justin Coombs and his wife Megan, Emma Grace White, and Ian White; and one great-grandson, Hayden Coombs; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be 10:00 AM Friday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel with Don Johnson and Rev. Carey Dean officiating. Graveside service will be 3:00 PM Friday at EverRest of Cheatham in Pleasant View, TN, with military honors. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Mr. Coombs was a US Air Force veteran, and retired from the Ford Glass Plant in the accounting department.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Samaritan's Purse, Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro, or the charity of your choice in memory of Mr. Coombs.
An online guestbook for the Coombs family is available at www.woodfinchapel.com.
Woodfin Memorial Chapel. 615-893-5151.
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Joe and Shahe Nahler
April 9, 2019
Mr. Bob, you are simply one of my most favorite people in the whole world. You and Linda are and have been such a blessing to all who know and love you. May you enjoy your beloved Jesus time!
Ray and Sharon Moss
April 5, 2019
What a kind man with a servants heart. Grateful to have known him.
Nancy and Cal Hyland
April 5, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Wayne and Jane Jackson
April 4, 2019
So sorry to learn of Bob's passing. Remember the good times that we had at Two Rivers - never a church like it. Precious memories. We were at a senior gathering either at Gatlinburg or Sevierville at 9/11 and I remember that we wanted to come home - too sad to stay. Thankful Two Rivers folks can do the service. Sincere sympathy and prayers, Wayne and Jane Jackson
Kitty Gannon
April 4, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful man. I am so sorry that he had to experience so much pain, but I know now he is at rest with our Lord. He will be missed. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Mary Adams
April 4, 2019
Linda, so sorry to hear about BOB. He will be missed greatly. I'm also sorry that I will not be here for the funeral. Just got the message tonight and am leaving for Illinois in the morning. You will be in my prayers.
Robert Kennedy
April 4, 2019
Dan, very sorry for the loss. Sending condolences and prayers for your family.
Vicky Chambers Shoulders
April 4, 2019
God bless you all and may God bring peace during this time,
Brett and Amanda Wilks
April 4, 2019
God please bless the Coombs family with strength during this time of loss.
Judy Winkle
April 3, 2019
Linda we are sending our condolences and love to you and your family. We have so many special memories of fun times with you and Bob in our Encouragers class at Two Rivers. He was so very special. We are still wintering in Florida so we will not be able to attend Bobs service.
Marvin & Betty Potter
April 3, 2019
Bob and Linda are such special people. Bob will always be remembered by his smile and positive attitude. We had so many good times together so we went to and from the doctors office. He always had a positive word about Betty and her laugh. We will miss him greatly. God will keep him in his care.
Terry and Connie Kibler
April 3, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and Bob today and always. May God bless you and your family with peace.
Kyle & Stacey Mixon
April 3, 2019
We're very sorry for your loss. God Bless.
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