Mr. J.D. Pedigo, age 89, of Smithville passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at St. Thomas West in Nashville.

He was retired from Kingston Timers and a member of Smithville Church of God. 

He was born in Smithville on February 22, 1935 to his parents, the late Othel and Bessie Billings Pedigo. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Ethelene Cantrell Pedigo; daughter, Melanie Faith Pedigo; two brothers, Garland Pedigo and Royce Pedigo; nephews, Larry Pedigo and Steve White; great niece, Bobbie Pedigo; great nephew, Corey Pedigo. 

Survivors include two special nephews, Tim (Andra) Pedigo and Glynn (Melody) Pedigo all of Smithville; five nephews, Jeff (Sherry) Pedigo of Murfreesboro, Mark (Virginia) White of Gallatin, Darrell (Claudia) Pedigo, David White, Thomas (Tammy) White, and Paul White all of Smithville; 3 nieces, Tina (Jeff) Allred of Mississippi, Marlene Romo, and Beth Adcock both of Smithville; special aunt, Eva Cubbins of Smithville; uncle, Alfred Pedigo of Smithville; and special companion, Bella. 

In addition to flowers, donations can be made to Emma's Kids Closet at Smithville Church of God.

Funeral service was held Tuesday, July 11, 2024 and burial took place in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Bro. Chris Moore officiated.

In addition to flowers, donations can be made to Emma's Kids Closet at Smithville Church of God. 

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangements.

Smithville Review

(Smithville, Tenn.)

July 17, 2024