Obituary
Guest Book
Rose Lynn Shackelton, age 69, resident of Whiteville, Tennessee, departed this life Monday evening, March 24, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee
Lynn was born October 5, 1955 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Robert Shackelton and Doerice Avery Shackelton. She was a World Champion Rodeo Trick-Rider in her teenage years. Lynn was employed as a TDOT inspector for twenty years before her retirement and loved animals, especially horses.
Mrs. Shackelton is survived by her husband, Michael Graham; her son, Gordon Graham; her sister, Robin Smith; her brother, Bob Shackelton (Susan); and her grandson and beloved fur baby, “Duke” Graham.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Becky Starr.
18020 U.S. Highway 64, Somerville, TN 38068
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more