Jimmy Gentry

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Jimmy Dale Gentry, age 80 of Cookeville, passed away Saturday evening, September 26th at NHC Healthcare, Cookeville. Jimmy was born on August 17, 1946, in Orange County, California.

A man of honor and dedication, Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1964-1967, embodying the values of duty and perseverance. After his military service, he dedicated over 38 years of his life to mastering the craft of tool and die at Cummins Filtration in Cookeville. His commitment and expertise left an indelible mark on his colleagues and the industry.

Jimmy was a man of simple pleasures and profound connections. He found joy in the serenity of nature, often spending his leisure hours engaged in the timeless pursuits of fishing and hunting. These hobbies not only provided him solace but also brought him closer to the people he loved.

Central to his life were his sons: Jimmy Luke Gentry, D.C. Gentry and his wife Tracy, Alvin Dale Gentry and his wife April, and Mark Edward Gentry and his wife Chasity. Jimmy's pride in his family was unwavering, and he never hesitated to express his love with a firmness that was both comforting and guiding. He is also survived by his cherished sisters, Wanda Grasty and her husband Junior, and Betty Chaffin and her husband Larry. His life was further enriched by his grandchildren: Cody Whitehead, Brady Thomas Whitehead, Rocky Pickerin, Zachary Pickerin, Jasmine Pickerin, Donovon Gentry, Adriana Gentry, Alvin Kincaid Gentry, Danielle Gentry, and Levi Gentry, each of whom carries forward his legacy of resilience and love.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, Doyle P. Gentry and Lela Ruth Stewart Gentry, and his siblings, Barbara Jean Smith, Darrell Edward Gentry, and Mary Ann Pippin.

A funeral service honoring Jimmy will be held Wednesday September 30th at 1:00 p.m. at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper, Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Pastor Lee Bailey will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at Stewart Cemetery.

His family will receive friends Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)526-6111 Share condolences and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com.