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William McCrary Obituary
Murfreesboro, TN - William Dawson McCrary, age 80, of Murfreesboro passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2018. He was a native of Rutherford County and the son of the late John Foster and Mattie Layhew McCrary. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Sam, John, Hollis, Charles and Wayne McCrary.
Funeral service will be 10:00am Monday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in Whitworth Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty Faulkner McCrary, sons, William Edward "Bill" McCrary (Beth) of Woodbury, John Dawson "Johnny" McCrary (Holly) of Murfreesboro, brother, Odis McCrary (Maxine) of Murfreesboro, sisters, Martha Mankin, Jewell Patterson, both of Murfreesboro, Ada Summey of Madison, grandchildren, Brad, Ben, Hannah, Caitlyn, Dawson, Christian and aunt, Dorothy Taylor.
Pallbearers will be Edward Faulkner, Mike Faulkner, Tracy Faulkner, Jimmy Coe, Jeff Bratcher and Alan Swader. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Murfreesboro Fire Department.
Mr. McCrary was a 1957 graduate of Walter Hill High School and a member of Porterfield Baptist Church. He was a member of the Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department for 42 years before his retirement.
Memorials may be made to Alive Hospice, 1629 Williams Drive, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 in memory of Mr. McCrary.
Visitation will be 2:00 until 6:00pm Sunday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. 615-893-5151. Online guestbook available at www.woodfinchapel.com
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Jeff Bratcher
January 24, 2019
I miss one of my best friends. He not only taught me about the fire service, he coached me from time to time about life. Thats a true friend in my book. I love and miss you old friend. RIP
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January 25, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy to the family. May you find comfort in God's promise at John 11:24,25. Knowing there is a future for those we have lost in death can be very reassuring.
Maggie Sims
January 24, 2018
Dear McCrary family, I worked for Piggly Wiggly for a year as a cashier going through high school back in the late 80's. Mr. McCrary would always come through my lane. Whenever I saw him in the store, I knew I was in for a treat. A smile and laughter always followed his visit. I have never forgotten him. Through the coming days and months, may you relive the memories that made him so special, sweet and kind. God bless your family and prayers of comfort to all.
Ken Elkins
January 23, 2018
Our condolences to Betty and the family. you will be in our ongoing prayers. I just heard of his passing last evening.It was a great pleasure to briefly get acquainted with Dawson and Betty when I was a pastor.
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Sperry Randolph
January 21, 2018
Thank you Daws, for the years of great friendship. We certainly had some wonderful times fishing together. Rest in peace, Daws. Be with God.
Jeff Bratcher
January 20, 2018
Thanks for teaching me how to drive a firetruck. We drove many miles together. I'll miss you my friend.
Tracy Summar
January 18, 2018
I worked for Dawson early in my career. He was a good man. Rest easy, Captain.
JIMMY BARRETT
January 18, 2018
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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