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Jeffery Shockency Obituary

LEBANON - Jeffery Alan Shockency, 45, of Knoxville, TN, died on Wed, Jan 2, 2008. Survived by parents, Ted and Mary Jane Shockency of Lebanon; special friend, Sherri Stewart; daughter, Madison; four sisters, Gwen and Nancy Shockency, Debra Zielinski and LuAnn Edwards; three brothers, Robert, Kenny and Kevin Shockency. Funeral Mass 11am Mon, Jan 7, 2008 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Visitation after 3-9pm Sat and 10am-9pm Sun, Bosley Funeral Home.

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Jan. 4, 2008.

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Paula Miller

January 15, 2008

Jeffery will be missed as I really looked forward to his smiling face at O'Charleys. I was a weekly customer and it was always a pleasure to see him there. He always talked about his family with pride and love. It really makes me sad to know he will not be there anymore but he is with our Wonderful Lord now and we'll see him again someday. Warmly Paula M

Ray & MaryLee Vining

January 13, 2008

Jeff was a remarkable young man. We became acquainted with him at O'Charleys in Knoxville. His kind, considerate, passionate way really attracted us to him. He will be remembered each time we visit O'Charleys.

Michelle King (Gail Brown's daughter)

January 10, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Shockency and family I am so sorry to hear about Jeffery. Words can't even express how much we (the brown family) sympathtize with you all. It is always a tragedy to loose someone, but a child is far more than any parent should have to endure. I ask that you all be strong for one another, you all have a family bond that will hold true to anything, even this. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this your time of need.

Brett Bonfoey

January 10, 2008

I and my mother cannot put in words how much that jeff meant to us.
I have worked for Jeff for almost 5 years and he was there at my worst and my mothers worst.
I was there for all the troubles with the hep scare but as a family we got through it and now I'm lost without my friend my family my boss.
I just want to say that there is no one to take the place of this great man. He Will be sorely missed .
And if i could have i would have liked to meet all of the family because i felt that i have meet you already.
If you need anything please contact me Brett L Bonfoey And Betty Bergman.
In Jeff's loving memory i prey and goodspeed.

Phyllis Johnson

January 7, 2008

Mary Jane Ted and family, May God
always keep you all in his care.
He will make you stronger each day.
With my deepest sympathy and love.

Kenneth Clifton

January 7, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies in your loss. I had known Jeff for about the last year or so. I met him by coming into his work each week for lunch. Jeff always made it a point to say hi to me, ask me about my family, talk about his plans and he never failed to shake my hand and made me feel like he really cared if I was there. I had never met anyone quite like Jeff in that he always had not just a smile, but a big smile everytime I saw him. I can honestly say that his visits were the highlight of my day. I only found out today about his loss and it saddens me deeply to lose such a wonderful person and more importantly a great friend. I will miss him very much. May God bless you during these hard times and may you find comfort in his strength.

Darick Underwood

January 7, 2008

Ted, Mary Jane and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Love,
Darick Underwood and family

Sheila (Edelen) Lewis and Family

January 7, 2008

To the Shockency Family: please know that our prayers are with you. I especially am taking comfort in knowing that I got a chance to see Jeffrey on New Year's Eve and will always have the memory of his big smile and warm hug. I pray that you all will also be blessed with God's healing touch and wonderful memories.

Ron and Darlene Meadows

January 7, 2008

Words cannot express the loss that all that knew you feel at this sad time . You are truly one of the good ones. God has a plan for you because of your special gift of kindness and understanding.Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family. Gone but never forgotten.

Cindy Shirooni

January 6, 2008

Jeff was a good guy always smiling and joking around. He will surely be missed. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

RuthAnn,Paulette,Billy,Kathy,Ronnie,Sophia and Pam

January 6, 2008

On behalf of the Ruth Crowdus Johnson family our heartfelt condolences to you Mr. and Mrs. Shockency and the entire family. May the words of Psalm 30:5 “... weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning” be of comfort to you during this difficult time.

Keith and Cheryl Brown

January 6, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. Our family sends you are deepest sympathy. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Keisha Underwood

January 6, 2008

My deepest sympathy.

DeeDee Shockency

January 6, 2008

Ted, Mary Jane, Gwen, Nancy, Debra, LuAnn, Robert, Kenny, Kevin, Sherri and Madison. I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Jeffery. I know that this loss is like no other. But know that God WILL provide ALL of the strength needed to get through one of the toughest times of your life. He, is always on time. Also, know that Jeffery says wipe your tears because God has me wrapped safe in his arms and I'm ok. Love and miss you all, DeeDee (Billy) Shockency

Frankie Garrett/Visnaw

January 6, 2008

Dear Mary Jane, Ted and kids,
May you find comfort from all that appears too much to bear at this moment, by the presence of those who love you and by your faith in the eternal Loving God.

Love you all,

Alicia (Higdon) Matthews

January 6, 2008

Ted & Mary Jane - I am so sorry to hear about Jeffrey. Please know that you and all of your family will be in my thoughts & prayers as you go through this very difficult time. God Bless You!

David & Fran Elder

January 6, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Keshia Campbell

January 6, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Lance George

January 6, 2008

I worked for Jeff at Shockency's in Lebanon. Jeff always had a smile and kept everyone positive. My thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy for you.

Jackie Tucker

January 6, 2008

Jeffery was the big brother I never had but always wanted. He always made me feel so protected and cared for during the difficult times in my life. If I needed something to eat, he fed me. If I needed a place to stay, he opened up his home to me. God needed an angel like that in heaven and he found that in Jeffrey. I will think of him often during my journey in life. My heart and deep prayers go out to Mary Jane and Ted and all the Shockency family.

Jane Bell

January 6, 2008

Thinking of you all in this time of your sudden loss.

Stephanie Harris Dochney

January 6, 2008

I am very sorry for your loss. I feel very blessed to have known Jeff and you, his family. I shared many memorable moments with you all. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mark Walkup

January 6, 2008

Jeff, in our 9 year friendship, we shared some great times. I will always remember the great time I spent with you and your faimily at the Derby in 2001. You leave such a great legacy. I will miss u friend!

Margery ann mahady

January 5, 2008

Kevin,Debra, LuAnn, and the Shockency family, It is with heavy heart and great sadness that I am writing this. I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With great care and love,

Joanna Brown-Kemp

January 5, 2008

Ted, Mary Jane, Gwen, Robbie, Debra, Nancy Lynn, Kenny, Kevin and Lu Ann, words can not express how I felt when I heard the news about Jeffery. May God bless you all and carry you through this most difficult time. Even though we all grew up and went our own ways, I still hold close all the childhood memories with each and every one of you. May God Bless you all.

Zeb Crass and Haley Fortner

January 5, 2008

Jeff was a wonderful man and touched so many lives. He was a great boss and was so much fun to be around. He will be greatly missed and is greatly loved. Our thoughts go out to his family!

Todd & Susan Hood

January 5, 2008

Jeff was always an upbeat, fun loving guy who made a positive impact on those around him. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you during this time of loss.

Porter/Barnes Family

January 5, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Renee McAnally

January 5, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 5, 2008

Our deepest sympathy. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Sharon and Eric Lauck, Cuyahoga Falls OH

The Montgomery Family Montgomery

January 5, 2008

We hold you in our prayers, our hearts, and our soul during your time of lose and grieving. May GOD hold you in his tender, merciful hand at all times, and especially during your times of heartbreak. My heart is heavy for your lose. The Montgomery Family. Rick, Nita, Robert, and Children...Louisville Ky

Carranetta Montgomery

January 4, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of your lose. It makes our hearts heavy with grief for your suffering. Jeffery was a very sweet person. I for one was glad to call him family. May you rest with the angels until we all join you again. Rick,Nita, and Family

Stephen Hudson

January 4, 2008

Jeff was always a very friendly fellow, and the best manager around. He will be missed, and our prayers are with his family and friends.

Mavis McCowan

January 4, 2008

Nancy,

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My prayers are with you and your family during this time.

GWENDOLYN PINKLEY

January 4, 2008

Jeff was the type of person that made you feel better for knowing him. The amount of tears shed over losing him is an indication of what a wonderful soul he has. I've known him for a while but I am very glad that I had the chance to work with him.My prayers are with his family and ALL his MANY friends.HE IS GREATLY MISSED BY MANY. WE LOVE YOU JEFF!!!!!!

Tonya Rollins

January 4, 2008

We will miss Jeff He made our boys feel so good and comfortable when we ate at ocharleys at turkey creek. He always had a smile. and was so jolly He became like one of our famliy members. He was truly a great person . And touched everyone he meet. He always would tell us stories about Madison his little girl that is the same age as our oldest son. He was truley proud of her. My GOD BLESS YOUR WHOLE FAMILY In this time of sorrow. We will miss him alot . Tonya, Rick, Devin & Derek Rollins

Loren Ramsey

January 4, 2008

Jeff, you will be missed by many of the lives you have touched including mine. You were a great gm and took care of all your employees. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Loren Jo

Jerry Borders

January 4, 2008

All of you are in our prayers. We know that Jeff will never be forgotten and will be missed by many. We will always remember his sweet smile and happy ways.

John ("Biff") and Mary Boruff

January 4, 2008

A loss that words cannot describe.
To the Shockency family, Sherri and Madison: John and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy with the passing of Jeff. We were privileged to know him during his tenure in Knoxville and considered him a dear friend. We will miss him immensely. May the many years of memories shared with Jeff help to ease the pain and emptiness felt by all close to him.

Greg and Beth Motto

January 4, 2008

Jeff,
We are glad we got to know you. We will miss seeing your happy face whenever we came in your restaurant. God bless.

Barry and Cindi Fortner

January 4, 2008

Jeff, you will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of grief. You will be remembered and will always hold a place in our hearts.

Vickie Barding

January 4, 2008

Jeff, you were such an inspiration and positive role model for so many young people that worked in your store. You always treated each unique personality with the utmost respect and patience. Your outgoing and caring way will be greatly missed. I pray that God provides strength for your family and friends during this time. Thanks for always putting a smile on my face!

Nita Brown-Manley

January 4, 2008

Ted and Mary Jane,
I was told that all of your children were home for Christmas...What a beautiful memory to have from all of this. When I think of my childhood, I include you and your family in my memories. I remember that I used to baby sit for most of your children a lot. The one that had a lasting impression on me was that Robby Darryl...he was quite a character (all boy!).
You have to know that if you all are hurting, then so am I. I will never forget my Mom telling me how hurt Theodore was on the day that Daddy died, and I think about that and visualize it so often. I have already asked God to help all of you to get through this terrible ordeal...He will.

Peggy Stine

January 4, 2008

Dear Ted,Mary Jane, and Family, So very sorry for your loss of Jeffrey Alan. I'll be praying for all of you during this trying time.

Celina Pastrana

January 4, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Jeff will be missed by many people b/c he touched so many lives. He was a great person. I am so glad I was able to know him. May god be with everyone during this difficult time.

Bradley Borders

January 4, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Shockency and family, Jeff was a great friend. My family and I are very saddened by his death. It was great growing up with him and knowing him. I will miss him. All my love and prayers to you all. May God bless you.

Debra Mayfield

January 4, 2008

To Debra and Family,

May God, continue to strengthen each of you in your time of need.

Classmate of (EKU)

Tawana Kirsch

January 4, 2008

So sorry for your loss. God bless your family.

Missy Anderson

January 4, 2008

Knoxville is going to miss a great friend and a great business man. Jeff was well thought of from his staff to his customers. I know we will miss him and were heartbroken to hear the news.

Luv Ya Jeff! Missy, Ashley and Morgance Anderson

Cathy Hutton

January 4, 2008

May God bless and keep you during this time of sorrow.

Barb and George Edgar

January 4, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all so much. May God be with you, and may you find comfort in each other.

Donna, Richard and Richie Myers

January 4, 2008

We'll miss your laugh, your wit, your smile, we will forever miss you. Till we meet again, rest in place dear friend.
With heavy hearts,
Donna, Richard & Richie

Della & Jr. Rogers

January 4, 2008

Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrrow.

Celina Pastrana

January 4, 2008

My prayers our with your family. He was such a great person. May God Bless you.

Stephanie Edmondson

January 4, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Martha Edelen

January 4, 2008

I was saddened to hear the news about the death of Jeffery. As you have handled challenges in the past, I know you will find your strength to make it through this difficult period.
Holding you in our thoughts

Martha Edelen & family

Pat Vincent

January 4, 2008

I wish I could say something that would lessen the sorrow but I can only say that my thoughts and prayers are with this wonderful, loving family. May God bless them and help them through this.

Jonathan Dixon-Harris

January 4, 2008

God Bless. May God be with your family in this trying time. You will be missed by everyone's lives you've touched through O'Charley's. Your store will not be the same without you. From all of us in the O'Charley's family, We love and miss you very much.

Leo Porter & Alma Stone

January 4, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Karen Sanders

January 4, 2008

Jeff will be greatly missed as my boss and co-worker. He cared about all his employees and always went the extra mile for all. All throughout O'Charley's we see the wonderful memories of joyous times. The Lord understands how you're feeling. He knows every need of your soul. Please know that He's there and it's all in His loving control. You are loved and prayed over.

jennifer kirkland

January 4, 2008

jeff you are a good man, a great gm I`m glad i got the chance to get to know you and work for i`ll miss you buddy

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