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Ernie Bigbie Obituary
He was united in marriage to Norma Price, who survives.
Mr. Bigbie retired from the United States Postal Service and also worked with cattle and hay as a farmer. He served as county commissioner and was a first responder with the Olive Hill Fire Department. Ernie was a member of Royal Blue Rangers Club and enjoyed riding trails in his Jeep and side by side. He loved to spend time with his grandchildren on the farm. He was a member of Living Waters Foursquare Church and enjoyed playing the keyboard and helping lead worship at church.
Ernie Bigbie departed this life on March 25, 2025 in Savannah, Tennessee, at the age of 69 years, 8 months, and 7 days.
He is survived by his wife, Norma Bigbie of Savannah, Tennessee; son, Adrian Bigbie (Sabrina) of Savannah, Tennessee; stepsons, Michael Blalock (Jessica) of Savannah, Tennessee and Nathan Blalock of Savannah, Tennessee; mother, Betty Bigbie of Savannah, Tennessee; sister, Retha Young (Greg) of Savannah, Tennessee; brother, Barry Bigbie (Tammy) of Hohenwald, Tennessee; grandchildren, Savannah Long, Payton Long, Mackenzie Clark, Christian Sims, Alana Blalock, and Ashton Bigbie.
In addition to his father, Ernie was preceded in death by his sister, Libby Adams.
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450 Church Street P.O. Box 1027, Savannah, TN 38372
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