William Gable

William Gable, 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee.

Born Wednesday, December 13, 1944, in Dyer County, Tennessee to the late Clarence Gable and the late Sarah Williams Gable.

Mr. Gable served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War and continued his commitment to service through his time in the Tennessee National Guard. His dedication extended to his local community as well, working with the Dyersburg Fire Department for twenty-seven years. He was deeply respected for his unwavering work ethic, courage, and loyalty.

A man who truly appreciated the simple joys of life, William was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish, hunt, and spend time in his garden. He took great pride in his role as what he often called the "#1 garden grower" — not for recognition, but for the joy of giving away the fruits of his labor to others.

William also had a deep love for country music, often filling the backyard with the sounds of his favorite songs played loudly for anyone nearby to enjoy. He found happiness in the outdoors, in the rhythm of country tunes, and in sharing what he had with those around him.

Funeral services for Mr. Gable will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Officiating this service will be Rev. Julian Huey. Interment will follow in Church Grove Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. Visitation for Mr. Gable will be held on Saturday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 and on Sunday from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

He leaves to cherish his memory, one son, Willie Gable of Dyersburg, Tennessee; one daughter, Penny Gable Webber of Dyersburg, Tennessee; one brother, Herman Lee Gable of Killen, Texas; eight grandchildren, Brad Daniels, Ashley Elrod (Jeremy), Autumn Webber, Dylan Webber, Landon Yarbrough, Brooke Joyner, Dustin Riggs and Megan Purvis (Cody) and ten great-grandchildren.

In addition to parents, she was preceded in death by his wife, Fannie Junior Gable; one daughter, Loretta Autry; one sister, Betty Sue Foster and one brother, Clark Earl Gable.

Honoring Mr. Gable as pallbearers will be Brad Daniels, Landon Yarbrough, Jeff Jones, Craig Junior, Jonathan Holden and Joshua Holden.

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