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Rogers Funeral Home - South PittsburgJeff Whitson Obituary
November 03, 1961 – December 22, 2025
South Pittsburg, Tennessee
Jeffrey "Jeff" Ray Whitson, 64, of South Pittsburg, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at a hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.
Jeff was born on November 03, 1961, in Nashville, Tennessee. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR racing, Tennessee football, and rock and roll music. Jeff was known for his love of sports, music, and the simple pleasures of life, and he will be fondly remembered by those who knew him.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, father, Estell Z. Whitson and mother, Helen Sue Railey; his sister, Linn Beck; and his brother, Brian Whitson.
Survivors include his stepfather, Jim Railey; sisters, Becky York and Kim Poe; and several dear friends.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (CST) at the South Pittsburg Chapel of Rogers Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Webb officiating.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (CST) prior to the funeral service in the chapel.
Arrangements are entrusted to Rogers Funeral Home, South Pittsburg Chapel, 400 Laurel Avenue, South Pittsburg, Tennessee 37380. Phone: (423) 837-7176.
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Jan
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Visitation
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
South Pittsburg Chapel of Rogers Funeral Home
400 Laurel Avenue, South Pittsburg, TN 37380
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Funeral service
1:00 p.m.
South Pittsburg Chapel of Rogers Funeral Home
400 Laurel Avenue, South Pittsburg, TN 37380
Services provided by
Rogers Funeral Home - South Pittsburg