William Jerry Isbell

William Jerry Isbell obituary, Bethel Springs, TN

William Jerry Isbell

William Isbell Obituary

Visit the Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer website to view the full obituary.

William Jerry Isbell was born September 9, 1947 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late William Ernest Isbell and Maxine Hurst Isbell. 

Mr. Isbell departed this life on January 10, 2024 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 76 Years, 4 Months, 1 Day.

Jerry was a lifelong farmer and will be remembered for his gentle spirit. He also had a great love for family and community. His humble nature and genuine kindness were the cornerstone of his character.

He is survived by a sister, Brenda Rowland-Weatherly and husband Junior of Bethel Springs, TN; two brothers, David Jeffery Isbell and wife Cathy of Arlington, TN, Kevin Isbell and wife Lisa of Bethel Springs, TN; three nephews: Michael Rowland and wife Janiece, Clint Isbell and Casey Isbell; two nieces, Beth McDonald and husband Bobby, Chelsea Isbell; five great nieces: Mikaela Pearce and husband Parker, Macey Rowland, Sarah McDonald, Addie Doles and Aubrey Miller; two great nephews, Mason McDonald and Brayden Mitchell. 

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Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer

160 West Cypress Ave P. O. Box 309, Selmer, TN 38375

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