Eddie Dean Briley was born in Corinth, Mississippi on August 20, 1948, the son of Horace Briley, Jr. and Betty Collins. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, collecting coins, and spending time with family.
He is survived by two daughters, Shelain Gillett of Chattanooga, Tennessee and Sarina and husband Michael McClain of Savannah, Tennessee; two sons, Michael Briley of Morris Chapel, Tennessee and Landon and wife Michelle Briley of Tupelo, Mississippi; six grandchildren, Dakota Tanner, Piper McClain,Shalana, Chad, Mylan, and Kiana Briley; and six brothers, Benny, Donald, Ricky, Sammy, Ronald, and Steve Briley.
He also leaves behind a special friend, Linda Jarrett and the mother of his children, Midge Alexander.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Eddie Mitchell.