Robert Greenwood Marrs-Clarksville, TN

Robert Greenwood Marrs, 82, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Sunday December 29, 2024.

He was born on June 4, 1942 in Pesotum, IL to M.F. and Josephine (Greenwood) Marrs. He married Barbara (Arndt) Marrs on June 11, 1966 and she survives of Clarksville, TN.

He is also survived by his children Tamie (David) Green of LaFayette, KY, Tracey Smith of Oliver Springs, TN, Steven (Christy) Marrs of Springfield, TN and Tara Marrs of Clarksville, TN; grandchildren Haley (Blake) Joiner, Lance Green and Sarah Channell and one great granddaughter Blakely Joiner.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Richard Kent Marrs.

Graveside services will be held on Friday January 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Herrin City Cemetery with Al Jewell officiating. Burial will be at Herrin City Cemetery. Friends and family are asked to meet at the cemetery.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

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