John "Boe" Dancy

John “Boe” Dancy, age 76, departed this life on Friday, March 7, 2025, at his residence in Gates, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Gates Baptist Church in Gates, TN, with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Burial will follow at the Gates Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM at the Gates Baptist Church.

Boe was born on July 18, 1948, in Brownsville, TN to Frank Dancy and Hazel Jackson Dancy, both of whom preceded him in death. He was a truck driver for over 50 years. He loved racing cars and playing on his tractor. He was a devoted family man who was loved dearly by others. His grandchildren brought him immeasurable joy through the years. He loved serving others, and he took great pride in overseeing the Gates Cemetery for over 23 years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Shirley Dancy of Gates, TN; two sons, David Koonce (Kim) of Dyersburg, TN and John “Tony” Dancy of Gates, TN; one daughter, Angela Barnes (Jimmy) of Halls, TN; three sisters, Betty Burks of Gates, TN, Diane Stacey of Frog Jump, TN, and Brenda Carter of Gates, TN; three brothers, Gary Warren of Gates, TN, Jerry Warren of Dyersburg, TN, and Mike Warren of Gates, TN. He leaves a legacy of love for his six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers for the service will be Jeremy Warren, Danny George, Jeff Collins, Greg Mitchell, Trey Harris and David Jennings. Honorary Pallbearer will be Mike Sanders.The family has requested Memorials be given to the Gates Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 154, Gates, TN 38037.

Following the burial, all family and friends are welcome to come to a fellowship gathering at the Gates storm shelter.

All arrangements and services are under the direction of the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN.