Bobby Joe Chrisman, 79, of Riceville, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2017.
He was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Nell Chrisman ; a daughter Theresa Jo Youngblood; and three brothers, Donald, Douglas and Hershel Chrisman.
Mr. Chrisman is survived by his wife of 59 years, Gayle Raper Chrisman; two children, Lisa Williams of Smyrna, TN and Alan (Joyce) Chrisman of Pigeon Forge, TN; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; one brother, Edward Chrisman of Athens; and several nieces, nephews and other extended family members.
There will be a private service only.
Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Etowah is in charge of the arrangements.