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Bernard Eugene Boggs

January 14, 1940 — February 3, 2019

Bernard Eugene Boggs was born January 14, 1940 in Point Pleasant, WV, the son of the late Bernard Joseph and Mildred Mae Lilly Boggs. He was united in marriage to Norma Jean Hemby on December 20, 1964. He was a Mason and a member of the Eastside Church Of Christ in Selmer, Tennessee.

After 53 years, Bernard retired from Ingram Barge Company as a Master Pilot. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and riding his tractor.

Mr. Boggs departed this life on February 3, 2019 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 79 Years, 20 Days.

He is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Boggs; his children: Darla Jean Jones, Colton Bernard Boggs and Mindy Boggs all of Selmer, TN; four grandchildren: Adam Jones, Lyndsey Hensley, Savannah Jones, Paige Jones; eight great grandchildren: Bryce Oliver, Kooper Jones, Karson Jones, Sawyer Jones, Jeslyn Ing, Harper McFall, Clayton Boggs, Ace Jones; two sisters, Betty Burge, Judy Fife; a brother, Howard Boggs; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Boggs was preceded in death by a grandchild, Tara Oliver; a sister, Martha Mae Bowman; a brother, Jerry Boggs.
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Visitation

Thursday, February 7, 2019

12:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Shackelford Funeral Directors

160 West Cypress Avenue, Selmer, TN 38375

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Chapel Services

Thursday, February 7, 2019

Starts at 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

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160 West Cypress Avenue, Selmer, TN 38375

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