In loving memory of

Don C. Oakley
April 8, 1946 - January 5, 2019

Funeral services for Mr. Don C. Oakley, age 72 of Monroe, will be conducted Sunday, January 6, 2019, at 11 A.M. from the Hatcher Hall Christian Church. Bro. Hillier Duke will officiate. The family will welcome friends Saturday evening from 6 to 9 P.M. at Hatcher Hall Christian Church. Burial will be in the Nelson Cemetery.

Mr. Oakley passed from this life on Saturday morning, January 5, 2019, from Livingston Regional Hospital. He was born in Fentress County on April 8, 1946, to the late Butler and Bethel Phillips Oakley. Don loved hunting, fishing, farming, and engaging in other outdoor activities.

Mr. Don C. Oakley leaves behind his loving wife of 51 years Nina Bilbrey Oakley of Monroe; sons Jason Oakley and wife Heather and Tim and wife Holly of Monroe; grandson Tanner Oakley of Monroe; sisters Linda Lee and husband Gerald of Carthage and Cathy O'Connor and husband Tommy of Knoxville; and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Oakley was preceded in death by his son Bryant Oakley and his sisters Johnnie Krantz and Betty Garrett.

Pallbearers to serve are Billy Maynord, Andrew Maynord, Jerry Lee, Mike Lee, R. L. Johnson, Larry Bilbrey, Billy McDonald, and Rich Froning.

Tributes

Betty garrett wrote on Jan 29, 2019:

"I I found out sorry to hear about Uncle Don I'm going to miss him dearly my prayers are with you and your family love and miss you all"

Betty Sells wrote on Jan 7, 2019:

"So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in Gods loving care."

Cat & Donovan Smith wrote on Jan 7, 2019:

"So Sorry for your loss..All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Cat & Donovan Smith"

Danny norrod wrote on Jan 6, 2019:

"So very sorry to learn of Don?s passing. Just found out a moment ago. Our prayers are with your family. Danny and Merrie Lee Norrod"

Ronald Dishman wrote on Jan 6, 2019:

"Nina and Family We were saddened to hear of Don's passing. Just remember he will always be alive in your hearts. Praying God will encircle you with His love, strength, understanding, peace, and comfort in the days ahead. God bless and keep you. Sending much love. Bro. Ronald and Collette Dishman Livingston TN"