Dorris G. Estes,81, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at his home in Mufressboro. A native of Cannon Co., he was the son of William and Limmer Lee Ferrell Estes.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Janet Robinson Estes of Murfreesboro; his children, Joan Warren of Woodbury, Kathy Estes, Amy (William) Smitty, Glenn (Laura) Richard and Brian (Elisha) Richard all of Murfreesboro; siblings, James Estes and Ricky (Bonnie) Estes both of Woodbury, Jimmy (Linda) Estes of Greenbriar and Judy (Benny) Alexander of Murfreesboro and brother-in-law, Melvin Ferrell of Cannon Co. Also surviving are numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 05
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Anderson, granddaughter, Brittany Hale and his sister, Alene Ferrell who passed away hours after him on December 5, 2023.
Dorris was a member of the Garrison Fork Baptist church and was retired transport driver with Lewis Bakery. He had many interests including classic cars, going to breakfast every morning at Hardee’s, walking at Stones River Mall and storytelling. He loved to eat but his favorites were catfish and chocolate pie. He was a wonderful family man, looked forward to holidays and the yearly Gatlinburg trip that he would go on with his siblings.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, December 9, 2023 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Ferrell, Bro. Mike Anderson and Bro. Anthony Pelham officiating. officiating. Interment will follow in the Riverside Gardens cemetery.
Pallbearers include Jeff, Michael and Jr. Estes, Adam Alexander, Steven Warren, Baker Bush and Jimmy Joe Lyons.
Visitation with his family will be Friday, December 8, 2023 from 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. and Saturday until his time of service.
Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net.