Brett Denson Graves, Sr., 62, died peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on January 16, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Brett is survived by his devoted wife of 42 years, Peggy Graves, sons B.J. Graves, and Scott Michael Graves (Karleigh) and future granddaughter, Bretleigh Scott Graves, all of Clarksville, Tennessee. He also leaves behind his mother, Gail Graves, Lawrenceburg, TN and his sister, Pat Bishop (Brad), Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Tim Cornell (Denice), Tommy Cornell (Audrey), Terry Cornell (Linda), and several nieces and nephews, in Bowling Green, Kentucky and Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Brett was preceded by his father Bill J. Graves, his brother Joe Graves and his sister Lea Graves Gabel.
Brett was a successful business owner and operator of Home Town Decorating in Clarksville for 35 years. Brett’s outstanding reputation and passion for his work led to many close friendships with coworkers and customers alike. He was a kind, energetic and caring person. His good-humored nature will be missed by all who knew him.
Friends and family are invited to his visitation on Friday, January 19th from 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Neal Tarpley Parchman Funeral Home in Clarksville, TN. A graveside service is planned at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 20th at Bowling Green Gardens, Bowling Green, Kentucky. Interment to follow.
Pallbearers are Brad Bishop, Bob Wright, Tim Cornell, Tommy Cornell, Terry Cornell, Timmy Cornell, Clay Cornell and Toryn Cornell. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Vallelonga and Alex Gabbard.
In lieu of flowers, Brett requested donations to the American Cancer Society, 2000 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203.
Arrangements entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040.