"This is one of John's friends Alex. He's just gone and it's tearing me up. "
In loving memory of
John Matthew Briddle
July 9, 1990 - June 2, 2020
John Matthew Briddle age 29, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. John is survived by his mother, Susan Shoffner and stepfather Mike Shoffner; father, John Curtis Briddle; sisters, Katie Shoffner and Sydney Briddle; brother, Jake Shoffner; stepbrother, Scott Lowery; grandparents, Trudy and Peter Shea; nephew, Kavin Briddle; uncle, Mike Cole, and several cousins.
John looked forward to family gatherings where he was able to enjoy interacting with all his relatives. He was at his happiest during those times. He was gifted at writing and his interest in the fantasy genre led him to make his goal in life to write a fantasy book before his 30th birthday. He loved his family and his numerous friends and was completely loyal to them. Two of his very special friends are Aaron McLemore and Chase Tindell. John had recently developed a love of music and was working with another friend to create some music of his own.
Call at convenience Friday, June 5th between 9:30am-4:30pm at Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel (5301 Fountain Road, Knoxville, TN 37918).
Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Briddle family and invites you to view and sign the online registry.
Tributes
"Susan my heart goes out to you and your family ? words cannot express what you all are going through my prayers are with you at this very sad ? and emotional time but just try to rely on God through this and let home ? take care of you lean on him for comfort and helping you all get through this. It's hard to go through something as devastating especially a love ? one a will keep praying ? for you and your family ? always remember our children are priceless and always keep telling all the time that you love ? them. Always remember God and family ? and friends are the guidance you need to depend on. Michael smith on 06/5/20 close friend"
"I love you sweet precious boy. You have left a hole in my heart that can never be filled. You will live in all our hearts until we see you again. "
"My prayers of comfort, peace and understanding during this time in need. We love you! ?? Lisa, Kyle and Brandon "
"My heart breaks for your family, all I can do is pray ? that God is with you on this devastating time in your lives? take it moment by moment, until you see him again.. And hold him in your arms again.. I love ? you my sister.. ?"
"Aaron, Dane, Emily & James will always love you John! You were always part of the family & just like one of my own! I will miss your imprompto visits as well as the planned gatherings. xoxo 4ever honey Love mama Jana"