IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Ken

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Frizzell

February 9, 2015

Obituary

Harry Kenneth "Ken" Frizzell of Murfreesboro, age 87, passed unexpectedly and peacefully, Monday, February 9, going Home to meet his Heavenly Father and have a grand reunion with his Daughter, Grandson, Mother, Daddy, Brother as well as many other loved ones. He was a dedicated Christian, son, husband, father and friend to all who met him. He was a kind and gentle man who always put others before himself. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, William Xanton and Jimmie Lee Crosslin Frizzell, a brother, James Frizzell, his daughter, Rita Ellen Frizzell, a grandson, Jordan Henderson Frizzell and a nephew, Bobby Lowe. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Sarah Burns Frizzell; a son Ken and his wife Doris Crews Frizzell; brothers, Dorris Frizzell and wife Jean; Bruce Frizzell and wife Adeline; Joe Frizzell; Wade Frizzell and wife Mary Ruth; sisters Betty Jean Lowe Parker, Peggy Gilbert and husband Ralph; sister in law Allie Mae Frizzell all of Murfreesboro and many nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews. He served in the US Navy in World War II; worked at the Carnation Milk Plant in his early days; worked for Life of Georgia Insurance Company: was a carpenter and builder for Martindale Brothers; and worked at Avco Aerostructures (now known as Triumph) 37 years retiring as a Supervisor. He loved to play the banjo, the harmonica, and sing. He was a member of Journey Point Church where he loved to sing bass in the quartet. He also enjoyed playing his harmonica along with the other musicians for the offering or with the Praise Team. His carpentry experience came in handy the years he served as Chairman of the Board, and in many other years when he made and repaired all that was needed. As a couple, he and his wife danced with the Tennessee Walkers Square Dance Club where they made enduring friendships. They volunteered to entertain at almost all the nursing homes in Murfreesboro, regularly, for many years. It was a ministry they both loved. They also loved to go to music festivals in their camper, taking their beloved toy poodle, Buzz, with them on each trip. One of Ken's biggest thrills came when he won first place in the Clogging Contest at Uncle Dave Macon Days, and then at the Smithville Festival. He was a dedicated volunteer for Uncle Dave Macon Days where he served many years. Ken and his wife enjoyed playing music with the band every Friday night at Miller's Grocery for over 11 years. They recently played with Johnny B and the Balladeers Band for about 3 years at The Readyville Mill on Saturday's. It's an understatement to say that Ken loved music. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will be 2:00pm Friday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ron Bevels officiating. Burial with military honors will be in Evergreen Cemetery and nephews will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Journey Pointe Church, 1267 Middle Tennessee Boulevard, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130. An online guestbook is available for Mr. Frizzell at www.woodfinchapel.com
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February
12

4:00 am - 7:00 pm

Funeral Service

February
13

Starts at 2:00 pm

Burial with Military Honors

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