Gail Grissom

Mrs. Wanda 'Gail' (Tinsley) Grissom, age 71 of Cookeville and formerly of Celina, TN, passed away Monday, May 25, 2020 at her residence. She had chosen cremation and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. She was born April 17, 1949 in Celina to the late Willie George Tinsley and Geneva (Poindexter) Adams. She attended school in Clay Co. as well as in Indianapolis, Indiana where her family lived for some of her childhood years. Gail was employed as an associate at Russell Stover Candies in Cookeville for many years. Gail admiringly fulfilled her role of 'queen' and 'boss' to her beloved family. She was independent, tenderhearted and eager to help and take care of others. She enjoyed spending quality time with her grandkids. She loved being outside and kept busy doing yard work to beautify her surroundings. She is also fondly remembered for her love of shopping. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son, Kevin Payne; and by four siblings. Gail is survived by her adoring family, her husband of 24 years, Lowell 'Greasy' Grissom, son, Keith (Angel) Payne of Rickman; daughter, Amanda (Jackie) Watkins of Allons,; step sons, Jay (Lisa) Grissom and Matt (Tracy) Grissom, all of Cookeville; nine grandchildren, Aaron Payne, Jessy (Mercer) Payne, Wesley Payne, Gracie Grissom, Kevin Watkins, Lindsey Watkins, Ethan Grissom, Kason Grissom, and Kolton Grissom; great grandchildren, Cash Payne, Campbell Payne, Kylan Shirley; grandson to be, Kayson Shirley; brothers, Gary Tinsley, Larry Tinsley, and Jerry Tinsley; sisters, Kathy Davis, Sue Hughes, Barbara Vaughn and Loretta Stacy; and by many nieces and nephews. Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)526-6111. Share memories and condolences at www.hhhfunerals.com.