William "Bill" Mears
April 13, 2020
William E. “Bill” Mears born June 9, 1945 passed away April 13, 2020. Bill was born in Cannon County but lived most of his life in Rutherford County. Bill attended school at Walter Hill and MTSU. He was an Army Veteran. Bill retired from the Department of Corrections with the State of Tennessee. He was a vocational teacher and a member of Leanna Church of Christ. Bill was “Santa” for many years to the delight of children and adults alike. Bill’s parents were the late William Jefferson Mears and Sepal Durham Mears. He is predeceased by sisters, Jane Barrett and Betty Hall as well as brothers Gentry and David Mears. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Paulette Cooper Mears; daughter, Sara (Mitchell) Rollins; son, William J. (Kim) Mears; step-daughters, Amy (Clyde) Willis and Lori Fann; brothers, Jesse Mears, Billy Mears; sisters, Mary Brumit, Vickie Evans; grandchildren, Heather (Tim) Anderson, Stacie (Rob) McMahon, McKala Rollins, Hope Rollins, Collin, Rollins, Brianna Fann and Hunter Fann, Molly Waggoner; and great-grandchildren, Sara Kate, Walker William and Skylar Grace. Jennings and Ayers Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 820 South Church St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130. 615-893-2422 is in charge of burial arrangements. In consideration for the health and safety of family and friends, a private graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Friday, April 17, 2020 in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with Kevin Dye and Jimmy Carver officiating.
William E. “Bill” Mears born June 9, 1945 passed away April 13, 2020. Bill was born in Cannon County but lived most of his life in Rutherford County. Bill attended school at Walter Hill and MTSU. He was an Army Veteran. Bill retired... View Obituary & Service Information