Vonnie Earnst

COOKEVILLE-Vonnie Marie Earnst, 77 of Cookeville died Friday, December 11, 2020 at Life Care Center of Sparta. Her wishes of cremation are being honored and a memorial service will be held at a later date. She was born August 31, 1943 in Eldorado, Arkansas to the late Martin and Mildred Box Lumpkin. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and taught in Richardson, Texas. She was a homemaker. Vonnie was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church of Cookeville. She is survived by her husband of almost 56 years (Married December 19, 1964) Anthony "Tony" C. Earnst, daughter Jana Shelley Earnst both of Cookeville, sister Becky Lithgow of Arkansas, brother John Lumpkin of Dallas, TX. Dyer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements (931)526-7158. You may share your thoughts and memories at www.dyerfh.com.