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Sallye Tillman Meeks

December 2, 1939 — May 13, 2021

Sallye Tillman Meeks, age 81 of Bethpage passed away May 13, 2021 surrounded by her family. Sallye was born on December 2, 1939 in Hendersonville, Tennessee to the late Jim and Mary Tillman. Sallye enjoyed singing, playing piano, and loved the beach and mountains. She was a Cherokee Elder, was extremely proud of her Cherokee heritage and loved to teach and live the Native ways. Sallye dearly loved her family and will be deeply missed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Meeks and granddaughter, Nichole Henderson. She is survived by her son, Chuck Creekmore (Debbie) and daughter, Debbie Creekmore Hutchinson (Jimmy); grandsons, Craig Creekmore (Tanya), Shane Brewington, Billy Lambrius, and Rob Bacon (Amelia); 10 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; sister, Judy Hauskins (Howard); nephew, Brent Lackey (Sharon); and great-niece, Whitney Lackey. A service honoring Sallye will be held at a later date. Arrangements Entrusted To: Sumner Funeral & Cremation, Gallatin (615)452-9059 www.sumnerfuneral.com
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