Willard Lee Rhea, age 87, of Lake City, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at the Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was born June 29, 1923 in Anderson County, TN. to the late Millard and Ada Owen Rhea. Willard was a member of Blowing Springs Baptist Church. He enjoyed farming, his antique cars, singing, and going to church. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Clowers Rhea, and brothers, Elmer and Kyle Rhea, sisters, Joyce and Ruth Rhea.
Survivors
Daughter Nona Shumaker and husband, Ray Lake City
Special Nephew Johnny Rhea and wife, Pasty Clinton
Several other nieces and nephews and host of friends.
Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 PM Friday, July 30, 2010 at Hatmaker Funeral Home
Funeral: 8:00 PM Friday, July 30, 2010 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David White officiating.
Family and friends will meet at 9:15 AM Saturday July 31, 2010 at Hatmaker Funeral Home to go in procession to Sunset Cemetery in Clinton, TN for a 10:00 AM burial.
You can view Willard's guest book at www.hatmakerfuneralhome.com
Hatmaker Funeral Home, Lake City, TN. in charge of arrangements.
Visitation Details
Friday, July 30th, 2010, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Hatmaker Funeral Home
Service Details
Friday, July 30th, 2010, 8:00pm, Hatmaker Funeral Home
Interment Details
Sunset Cemetery