Jimmy Gatlin

Jimmy Max Gatlin, 78, of Obion died Friday, Dec. 4, 2020, at his residence.
He was born Dec. 12, 1941, in Jonesboro, Ark., the son of the late James Hardy and Sarah Opal (Beaty) Gatlin. He was a heavy equipment operator for Dement Construction Company in Jackson.
He is survived by two brothers, Johnny Gatlin and James Gatlin, both of Jonesboro; a sister, Gail Karns of New York; and special friends, Jennifer Shirley and Randy Evans, both of Obion; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jacque Lavonne (Cain) Gatlin, in 2009; and three sisters, Marie Caldwell, Peggy Huffines and Mary Lingenfelter.
His ashes will be interred at a later date with remarks by Randy Evans, David “Cat” Lee and Ernie Long.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.cryerfuneralhome.com.

Published 12.7.20