Jane Carolyn “Nanny” Pearson, 83, of Buchanan, passed away Monday, April 1, 2024, at her residence.
Jane Carolyn Pearson was born Sunday, December 1, 1940, in Martin, TN to the late Jim and Mattie Gallimore King. She was married to Jerry Wayne Pearson, and he preceded her in death Monday, May 27, 2013. Besides her parents and husband, Jane was also preceded in death by a grandchild: Chris; and three brothers: Junior King, Cotton King, and J.L. King.
Ms. Pearson was a member of Russwood Baptist Church.
She enjoyed the outdoors, having a passion for flowers and arranging them for her church.
She was known to be a wonderful cook and loved her family-time and most especially the time spent with her grandchildren.
Jane is survived by her son: Billy (Tina) Garner, of Sharon, Tennessee; two daughters: Kristi (John) Davis, of Buchanan, Tennessee, and Tracie (Kevin) Freeman, of Dresden, Tennessee; six grandchildren: Kenny, Magan Jane (Logan), Harry, John, and Nolan; and great-grandchild: William.
Her funeral service will be held Thursday, April 4th at 1:00 p.m. at McEvoy Funeral Home with Bro. Raymond Eaton and Bro. Joe Eaton officiating.
Burial will follow in New Liberty Cemetery.
Named as pallbearers are Lee Whitehead, Aldie Tatum, Mike Taylor, Josh Poe, Clayton King and Matt King with honorary pallbearers, Reedy King and Steve King.
Visitation with the family will be after 10:30 a.m. Thursday until service time at 1:00 p.m. at McEvoy Funeral Home, 507 W. Washington St. in Paris.