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Jessie Shrum Obituary
Mr. Jessie Dean Shrum, age 86, of Westmoreland, TN passed away on July 13, 2025.
Jessie is survived by his sister, Gail (Patrick) Eller; his nieces, Jean, Dottie, Darlene and Amy; and his nephews, Delbert, Dwain, Gary, Larry, Tony, Joe, Robert, Randy, Ricky, David and Daniel.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Lillian Thompson Shrum; his brothers, Edward, Cecil and Dewey Shrum; and his sisters, Francis Shrum, Louise Vantrease, Lucille Thompson and Betty Gregory.
The service for Mr. Jessie Shrum will be held on Thursday, at 11:00 AM at Woodard Funeral Home with Bro. Pat Eller officiating. Interment will follow in Bradley Cemetery. Visitation with the family will begin on Wednesday, July 16 from 2:00 - 8:00 PM and on Thursday from 10:00 - 11:00 AM service time.
Memorial donations can be made in Jessie's name to Bradley Cemetery.
The family have entrusted Woodard Funeral Home with the care of their loved one.
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5591 Highway 31E, Westmoreland, TN 37186
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