Name: Visitation for Guy Roosevelt Dotson
Start: 2018-01-22T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-01-23T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Smyrna

DOTSON, Guy Roosevelt, age 76 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018. He was born on Feb. 27, 1941, in Elora, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Hamp and Elsie Mae Russell Dotson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Billie Jean Pardue Dotson and a sister, Grace Dotson Gattis. Guy is survived by his four sons, Guy Jr. (Nicole), Greg, Von (Jana) and Ben (Jenny) and one daughter, Bethe (Frank) Becker all of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Samantha Dotson, Trey (Angelica) Dotson, Brent Dotson, Hank Becker, Emily Becker, Kyle Dotson, Grace Dotson, and Cecilia Jean "C.J." Dotson, Holly Newsom, Darby (Josh) Culbertson, Leya Victory, Brendan Dye, Collin Dye, and Evan Dye. In addition, he is survived by two brothers, Buck (JoAnn) Dotson and Sammy Dotson, both of Winchester, Tennessee; two sisters, Roxie (Jack) Rainaldi of Anaheim, California and Nancy Cash of Acworth, Georgia; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Guy graduated from Franklin County High School. He earned his undergraduate from the University of the South at Sewanee before earning his law degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He served in the United States Marine Corp and was a member of the St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He was appointed District Attorney General for the 16th Judicial District (Rutherford and Cannon counties) in 1969, and served in that position until his retirement in 1995. He was very well respected by all who knew him and was always ready to share his wisdom and dry wit. He always had time for young attorneys who often sought his advice and guidance. He made a huge impact on all that knew him. Guy was an avid golfer, pool player, and loved basketball. He loved to travel and has been all over the world. His true treasures in life were his family. Serving as pallbearers with be: Billy Duke, Randy Galloway, John Jones, Chuck Lewis, Gerald Melton and Bill Whitesell. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Woodfin Memorial Chapel with Rev. Gene Wise officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held at Woodfin Memorial Chapel in Murfreesboro on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, from 3 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Charity Circle of Murfreesboro or to the Child Advocacy Center of Rutherford County. Woodfin Memorial Chapel, 1488 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, 615-893-5151 www.woodfinchapel.com An online guestbook is available for the Dotson family at www,woodfinchapel.com.

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Published by Herald Chronicle from Jan. 19 to Jan. 30, 2018.

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for Guy Dotson

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34 Entries

Stuart Woods

January 13, 2026

Mr. Dotson was a kind man and will be tremendously missed.

January 25, 2018

Von, Greg, Ben, Guy, Jr., and Beth,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how hard this is for the family as I just went through this recently. You all are in my prayers and my thoughts go back to living in Riverview and growing up together and how respected your Dad was and our family thought very highly of him and your Mom. My little girl, Rylea and I, will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Jonna L. Freeman

Hollie Newcome

January 23, 2018

The world truly needs and deserves more heroes like this man! He has touched many lives throughout the years and he'll continue to do so through his family. His family is a true reflection of himself and his kindness.

Anita Davis Porter

January 23, 2018

Guy Jr., Greg and family, I was sadden to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was admired for his talent, skill, compassion and altruism as a prosecutor and later in private practice. May the peace of the Lord be with you and your family during this difficult time and always.

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Dennis Painter

January 23, 2018

You and your family were great neighbors in the Farris Chapel community in Franklin County. GOD bless you and your family.

David Dotson

January 22, 2018

Rest in Peace Guy

Al Schmutzer

January 22, 2018

I First got to know Guy at Sewanee. He was a very good athlete and was highly respected on campus. He was always friendly to everyone. We both became district attorneys and continued our friendship in the DA's conference. He he was an outstanding individual who will be greatly missed.

Sperry Randolph and family

January 21, 2018

To the family and loved ones of Guy Dotson,
Our sincerest condolences at this time. We are so sorry for your loss. Guy was such a great man, and served us all well.
Rest in peace, Guy. Be with God.

Stuart Woods

January 21, 2018

The Woods Family are very sorry for your loss. He was a very good man.

January 21, 2018

dear family of guy Dotson we wish to extend our sympathy to all of you we have many fond memories of guy as our neighbor and friend in Winchester many years ago our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time sincerely june clark cole and jim cole

January 21, 2018

Guy Jr.,Beth,Greg,Von and Ben, I don't have the words to express how sad I am at the passing of your Dad or how glad I am that I had the opportunity to know him for so many years. I met him in 1968 when he was a young attorney and I was an even younger police officer,we immediately became friends. I worked for him for 21 years and watched all of you grow up, I witnessed every day how proud he was of each one of you.
In a lifetime a person might have one or two really true friends, Guy Dotson was my true friend, I will never forget him.
God Bless
Randy Galloway

Sergeant Major (E-9) Larry E. & Mrs. Sheila M. Williams, US Army/ Retired

January 21, 2018

Sir,
I did not know you personally, however I would very much like to "Thank You" for your dedicated and honorable Military Service to OUR country.
At a later date we will meet in that "SPECIAL PLACE" which GOD reserves for ALL of those who have served their country in a Military Uniform.
May ALL of GOD'S blessings fall upon your dear family!

a loved one

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Dewana Hale

January 21, 2018

Guy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. May God bless you and your family during this sad time. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.

Billy Pearson

January 20, 2018

Dear Family. I am sorry about the loss of Guy, I counted him as one of my friends. I was in the Murfreesboro Lions Club when he was a member, and coached Greg,Von and Ben in Jr. Pro basketball. He was always a very friendly person and always spoke when seeing him. The last time I saw and talked to him was at a basketball game watching his grandson play. May God comfort all of you.
Billy Pearson Family

January 20, 2018

John Officer
UT Classmate

Penny Forstel

January 20, 2018

Condolences to the family, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Guy. He was a regular customer at Farrer Brothers Hardware where I first met him. His personality and character were of the highest quality. He always had something to teach you and let you know that you should pay close attention to situations and people around you, especially what they had to say. He will be greatly missed, may God comfort you in the somber memory of Mr. Guy Dotson.

Terrie Warren

January 19, 2018

Prayers and deepest sympathy for the family.

James Wright

January 19, 2018

What a special man! Guy practiced law with my Dad before he was the District Attorney. He was a good lawyer and a kind and gracious man. He always had a positive word to say to me and my brothers growing up- very supportive of us. I always have respected him as a man of integrity and values-and with a good sense of humor.

Freida Headrick

January 19, 2018

I always thought highly of Guy and valued the advice he gave me from time to time. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I pray the peace that passes understanding be with you all.

Much Love,
Cousin Freida

Tammi Floyd

January 19, 2018

Guy was a great man and a greay DA. Prayers for the family for comfort in this time of need.

John

January 19, 2018

As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. Psalms 94:18-19

Charles Gattis

January 18, 2018

I was sorry to hear about Guy. When I was a State Trooper I was assigned to Rutherford County in 1972 - 1973. He was a Great DA, and I thought the world of him. May God comfort the hearts of his family as only he can in times like this

Peggy Payne

January 18, 2018

To the Dotson Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of Guy. He will be greatly missed. Sincerely, Peggy Scharber Payne

Jimmy Ellis

January 18, 2018

So sorry to hear of the passing of Guy. We have many fond memories of times past while living in Huntland & Murfreesboro, & seeing him at basketball games. He will be truly missed.

The Jimmy Ellis family

Jimmy Ellis

January 18, 2018

Terry Pelham

January 18, 2018

Prayers and sympathy from the Pelham Family.

Kimpi Kendrick

January 18, 2018

Gen. Dotson had a huge impact on my family for many decades, being my Mom's boss for 20 years and then helping to guide me when I began to practice law. I'm so sad I never had the opportunity to take him up on his offer to help me learn to dance. Rest easy, Guy. You were loved and will be greatly missed.

Beverly Roseberry

January 18, 2018

Sending our deepest sympathy to Beth and the Dotson and Becker families.

January 18, 2018

Dear Guy and Nicole, I am so sorry for your loss, but take comfort in knowing that those who love will be reunited in eternity. Full your heart with happy memories. Love Auntie Charlotte

January 18, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Dotson family.
Billie Zimmermann

Becky Watkins

January 18, 2018

William & Rebecca Watkins

Anita Flagg

January 18, 2018

I just wanted to let you all know that your father was a wonderful man and I always felt confident when presenting a case in court after he prepped me. You will be in our prayers.

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