Billie John Malone, 88

A retired Tennessee State Trooper and a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he was the son of the late Charlie and Ardella Tittsworth Malone; and was also preceded in death by brother, C.H. Malone of Smithville.

He is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Joe B. and Dwana Malone of Tunnel Hill; sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Skylar Ellis of Liberty; grandchildren and spouses, Tatum Malone and Graham Williams, Taylor Malone and Tessa Malone; great-grandchildren, Ellie and Ethan Williams; several nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services were held Thursday at Love Cantrell & Cope Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Shearon officiating. Burial followed at Whorton Springs Cemetery in Smithville with military graveside rites.

Love Cantrell & Cope Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.