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Elmer Reece McCord

August 30, 1936 — February 11, 2025

Elmer Reece McCord was born on August 30, 1936, and passed away on February 11, 2025, in Dickson, Tennessee. 

Reece is preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Rosie Irene McCord; granddaughter, Crystal Jensen Kemper; step-great grandson, Joseph Waddell; parents, Joe Hardy McCord and Ethel Sharp McCord; as well as his 7 brothers and 1 sister. 

Reece is survived by his son, Melvin (Kelly) McCord; daughters, Joanna McCord Tewalt, and Juanita Jensen (Steve) Jolly; partner, Nell Jones; grandchildren, Todd (Kerraina) Jensen, Daniel McCord, Carl Tewalt, Lee (Taylor) Tewalt, Valance (Candace) Tewalt, Michelle (Josh) Beckham, and Emily McCord; as well as 8 great grandchildren, 2 step great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. 

Reece was a skilled carpenter whose craftsmanship was not just a profession but a true expression of his creativity and dedication. He was dependable and selfless, no matter what the situation. He was a person you could call, and without hesitation, he would answer the call for help. 

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Thursday, February 13, 2025

4:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

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Friday, February 14, 2025

10:30 - 11:30 am (Central time)

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Friday, February 14, 2025

11:30am - 12:30 pm (Central time)

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Friday, February 14, 2025

12:30 - 1:00 pm (Central time)

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