Billy Bob Dannel, 71, died Sunday, February 7,
2010 at Rhea Medical Center.
Mr. Dannel was born in Grandview. He was the son of the late
Jesse Floyd and Elizabeth Kemmer Dannel. He was a graduate of Spring City High School, Class
of 1956. Mr. Dannel was a self-employed farmer and had worked for several years at SSM
Industries as well as TVA. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and N.R.A. He was an avid
outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was of the Baptist faith.
Mr. Dannel
was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Mathis Dannel; and sisters, Jo Lee Cadle and Mary Sue
McDade.
Survivors include his sons, Eddie Bob (Lorie) Dannel and Teddy M. Dannel both of
Grandview; grandchildren, Willie, Justin, Taylor and Blake Dannel and Bethaney James; and great
grandchildren Kane, Kendall, Keely and Riley Dannel.
A graveside service with military
honors will be held Thursday, Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Sulphur Cemetery with Rev. Hyle Waldo
officiating.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at
Vaughn Funeral Home.
Vaughn Funeral Home, Spring City is in charge of
arrangements.
THE HERALD-NEWS
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