Curtis Ely, 63, of Woodbury passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Ascension St. Thomas Midtown. A native of Jacksonville, FL., he is the son of Dorothy Edwards of Murfreesboro and the late William E. Ely.
In addition to his mother, Curtis is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Fancie Lewis Ely of Woodbury; his daughters, Savannah Ely (Casey Barrett) of Woodbury and Amanda (Roger) Farmer of Crawford, TN.; his best buddy, Bo Barrett of Woodbury; grandchildren, Annisa (Josh) Landreth and Heavenleigh Ely; great grandchildren, Victoria and Landsden Landreth; siblings, Tammy (Brian) Hayden, Kathy Walters, Susan (Dewayne) Lovvorn and Dennis (Dee) Ely all of Murfreesboro, Ronnie Belding of Leesburg, FL and Jeff Ely of Augusta, GA. Also surviving is his fur baby and road dog, Lyric; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
A member of the Baptist church, Curtis was a Stone Mason and a machinist. He enjoyed anything outdoors, hunting and fishing. He made time to work but lived life and made many memories while he was living. He would always say, “Wherever the road leads us”. Curtis loved family time and made many friends along the way.
His family will receive friends Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M.
Private graveside services will be held on their family farm.
Curtis’s family asks that during the visitation, if telling stories of times with him, there will be a camera set up to tell them. His family doesn’t want to forget all the amazing times he’s had with everyone.
Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net