Michael Harley Massengill Sr.

Michael Harley Massengill Sr. obituary

Michael Harley Massengill Sr.

Michael Massengill Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rose Funeral & Cremation - Broadway on Oct. 3, 2025.

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Michael Harley Massengill Sr., age 84, of Strawberry Plains, TN, formerly of Corryton, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Michael was a man of strong faith and a devoted member of Holston Memorial Baptist Church. He honorably served his country as a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Morrison; his father, Blondie Massengill; his sister, June Stephan; and his brothers, Gilbert Massengill, Charlie Massengill, and Pat Massengill. He is survived by his wife, Wilma Massengill; his son, Jeffrey Hunter Brooks, and wife, Mary Brooks; and his grandchildren, Hayden Brooks, Gavin Brooks, and Mackenzie Brooks. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, to be announced. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions in Michael's honor be made to the American Cancer Society. Rose Funeral & Cremation - Broadway is honored to serve the Massengill family.

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