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Elbert Drungo Obituary
Hermitage, TN
Departed this earthly life on Saturday, October 11, 2014.
He was born on April 30, 1943 in Columbus, MS to the late Elbert Drungo, Sr. and Mary Jane Drungo. He graduated from R.E. Hunt High School in Columbus where he was the captain of the football team. He later attended Tennessee State University where he was selected as an All-American in 1968. He graduated from TSU in 1971. "Drungo" as he was affectionately called, was drafted by the Houston Oilers in 1969. After playing with the Buffalo Bills for one year, he retired from the NFL in 1979. After his retirement, he spent four years as an offensive line coach at Fisk University. He also was employed with the Davidson County Sheriff's Department.
In 1972, Drungo married the love of his life, Deborah L. McMichael, and to this union, one child was born, Mary Evelyn Drungo. "Drungo" had a strong faith in God, and was a dedicated member of Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church.
He leaves to cherish his memories, a devoted and loving wife, Deborah; daughter, Mary-Evelyn (Christopher) Pitts; sisters-in-law, Betty Howard, Springfield, OH, Dorothy White, Ruthie and Mildred Drungo, Columbus, MS; brother-in-law, Robin (Vicki) Brown, Las Vegas, NM; special sister, Rose-Marie Joseph; a beloved brother, Morris Townes, Houston, TX; loyal niece, Melissa Johnson, Columbus, MS; devoted friends of the family, Henrietta Harden and Richard Shaver; other loving nieces, nephews, cousins, former teammates, and many friends.
A special thank you to Dr. Eric Raefsky (deceased), Dr. Todd Bushman, Rev. H. Bruce Maxwell and staff, Mrs. Betty Howard, Dr. Mitchell Wiatrak, Dr. John Chauvin, Dr. Trent Wallace, Dr. Sydney Hester, Dr. Laura Blakely, Tennessee Oncology, Mrs. Sarah Perry, Summit Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, family friends, neighbors, and Alive Hospice.
Viewing Wednesday, 12-6 p.m., at the funeral home. Visitation Thursday, 6-7 p.m., with funeral to follow at Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church, 5891 Nolensville Rd. Pastor H. Bruce Maxwell, Eulogist. Interment Christ Church Cemetery.
Terrell Broady Funeral Home, Inc., (615) 244-4755.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elbert Drungo
Johnny Stewart
October 10, 2024
I send up a prayer for him and his loved ones, he will always be remembered in Columbus, Ms.
Henrietta Harden
October 10, 2024
you will always be remembered for your kindness and warm heart.
Henrietta Harden
October 9, 2020
He was a great friend.
Henrietta Harden
October 9, 2019
Elbert is dearly missed every day. He is with the Lord now in peace.
Elemuel Petty
May 7, 2019
you were a verry nice person i am honored to have known you
Johnny Stewart
October 19, 2014
Too one that was always very quiet and low keyed, we will miss you and may God be with you.
Laverne Greene-Leech
October 17, 2014
Memories will long be cherished by all of us at the R.E. Hunt Museum and cultural center. We pray for peace for the family.
King Dunlap, IV
October 16, 2014
We will miss you, BIG GUY!
The Dunlaps
King IV & Robin, King V & Kenya, George, Victoria, King VI, Kayla, Jaylen
Henrietta Harden
October 16, 2014
Comfort and peace to the family. You will be greatly missed.
Cathy Gleaves
October 15, 2014
I pray that God, who gives peace, will be with you.--Romans 15:33 Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you my peace I give unto you: not as the world gives."--John 14:27
Karen Stevens
October 15, 2014
Prayers for all of you in your time of sorrow.
Ernie Felts
October 15, 2014
One of the finest deputies I have ever worked with. When I worked with him in the CJC jail intake, there was no problem to big that he couldn't handle. He will always be fondly remembered.
October 15, 2014
One of the finest deputies I have worked at
the way
kim waters
October 15, 2014
When the lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Kim Waters, Davidson County Sheriff' Office.
Chris Sims
October 15, 2014
Sending prayers up for the Drungo family. Rest in peace and in the arms of our heavenly Father E. Drungo.
Betty Jackson
October 15, 2014
Love You Always
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