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Lloyd Utley Obituary
After a long battle with cancer, Mr. Utley died peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of September 20th, 2010.
Mr. Utley, the son of the late Abe and Beulah Parrish Utley, was born and reared in Medina, TN. He attended Lambuth College, Bethel College and received his Law Degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. After completing his Law Degree, Lloyd worked as an Attorney in Milan, TN with his brother, Robert. He also was the head of the Boeing legal team in Huntsville, AL, responsible for contracts related to the Saturn 5 project. Lloyd had a highly esteemed and successful law practice in Jackson, TN for over 30 years, and was one of the first attorneys in the state to be certified as a Bankruptcy Specialist. He served honorably with the US Army, was a member of First United Methodist Church, and an avid UT Football fan.
Lloyd is survived by his wife, Joyce Miller Utley; son, David Utley, grandsons, Bryan and Nicholas Utley of Nashville; daughter, Cynthia Wise, husband Danny, grandsons, Andrew and Matthew Wise of Milan, TN; Leslie Truax and husband Steve, granddaughter, Amelia Claire Truax of Oakland, TN; and son, Michael Epps Utley and wife Tracy, grandsons, Jack, Charlie, Harry and George Epps Utley of Frederick, MD; two step-sons, Chuck Miller and wife Mona of Jackson, TN, and Bill Miller and wife Laura, and step-grandchildren, William, Elizabeth and Sarah of Jackson, TN.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Abe and Beulah Parrish Utley, and his brother, Robert Vernon Utley. He is also preceded in death by his first wife and the mother of his four children, Rosemond Claire Epps Utley.
Pallbearers for the service will be Steve Hughes, Willie Chandler, Jimmy Croom, Jim Parrish, Brad Sigler, Mickey Tabor, Ken Walker and Dr. James Warmbrod.
The family requests that memorials be made to either First United Methodist Church or the West Tennessee Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
The family will be receiving friends on Thursday evening, 5 - 8 p.m. at Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home, at 403 E. Baltimore St., Jackson, TN 38301 and 1 hour prior to services Friday at the church.
Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home, (731) 424-2424.
Memories and Condolences
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Dianne Johnson
September 23, 2010
I worked for Mr. Utley for 21 years. He was a great mentor and friend. My sympathy for the family in their loss, but I know he is in a better place and not hurting now. He fought the cancer for 4 years when they told him he had maybe a year. He enjoyed a good fight, especially if he could prove them wrong.
C Foutch
September 22, 2010
At the very least, he was a great gentleman and confidant. My deepest condolences to all family and friends.
Sally Blanton
September 22, 2010
I wish to express my sincere sympathy to all of the Utley family. Mr. Utley was always very kind to me during my 15 years in General Sessions Court. May Mr. Utley rest in peace and may God give the family peace and comfort and the days ahead.
Mike Harber
September 22, 2010
No one represented his clients any better than Lloyd Utley. He was a competent and trusted advocate for those he represented. He made a difference in many lives.
September 22, 2010
Mr. Utley and I worked together 37 years ago and he was always kind and fair. His love for his children was supreme in every decision he made. I am glad to have known him, but sorry for your loss. Nancy Carter
September 22, 2010
"I work with Mr Utley for 8 years and enjoyed every moment of it . He was a good friend and a good teacher to me through the years. My prayers go out to the family ." Wanda Kidd (jackson ,tn)
Jim Epps
September 21, 2010
I have very fond memories of Uncle Lloyd...he was always friendly and a very down-to-earth person. He always greeted you with a big warm smile and a handshake. I remember visits as a child to Uncle Lloyd's and Aunt Sissy's house and how much at-home you always felt there. Uncle Lloyd was a warm and giving person and raised four wonderful children (My Cousins). It is sad that he is gone, but a blessing that his suffering has ended. He will be missed, but our fond memories will endure forever.
Jacinda Jones-Wallis
September 21, 2010
This was a man who made a differnce in my life. He could read people well and gave me good advice. I shall never forget Mr Utley.
Harvey Boswell
September 21, 2010
My prayers are with you all. You know what a great friend Lloyd was. May god's peace be with you. Judge Harvey Boswell.
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