Red Boiling Springs, TN – The community is mourning the loss of Randel Wilson Gregory, who passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday afternoon, August 21, 2024. He was 83 years old. His death has left a significant void in the lives of those who knew him.
Born on August 13, 1941, Randel was a lifelong resident of Red Boiling Springs. He was the son of Willard and Edna Gregory and was preceded in death by his parents, sister Ruth Gammons, and brothers Dean and Willie Charles Gregory. Randel is survived by his loving wife, Beverly Bush Gregory, as well as his children, grandchildren, and siblings who deeply feel his loss.
Randel’s funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Anderson & Son Funeral Home in Red Boiling Springs. The service will be officiated by Chuck Jordan, with interment to follow at Anderson & Son Memorial Park. The community is invited to pay their respects during visitation hours on Friday, August 23, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and again on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until the service time.
The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital, reflecting Randel’s generous spirit and commitment to helping others.
Many community members expressed their sorrow and offered condolences on Facebook:
Melinda Ferguson shared, "My heart is broken for Randel’s family. They have always been very good friends and neighbors as long as I can remember. Praying for all of them."
Martha Frances Brandon Goad commented, "I am so sorry to hear this, thought a lot of him."
Debbie Wheeler added, "So sorry to hear this news … condolences to the family."
Other heartfelt messages poured in, including prayers and condolences from Danny Fisher, Annie Weiss, Garry and Nancy Vinson, Wanda Gammon Dickens, and many more who took to social media to honor Randel’s memory.
As the Red Boiling Springs community comes together to remember and honor Randel Wilson Gregory, his legacy of kindness and devotion to his family and friends will undoubtedly endure.