Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Lula Mae "Snook" Garrett

Lula Mae (Snook) Garrett was born Jan. 9, 1920 in Knoxville to the late Tom and Mamie Cox Eckels.

She departed this life on Friday, Feb. 22, 2013 at her home.


She married Elmer Pierce Garrett, and to this union, two sons were born.

Lula’s parents, husband and son, Toby, all preceded her in death.
The family resided in Kingsport for several years, and Lula was a member of Central Baptist Church.
Survivors include her son, Pierce (Deane) Garrett; grandsons, Perry Garrett and Josh Hoard; great-grandson, Devin and others; special friend, Maxine Long.
Memorial service will be held Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at Dockery Funeral Home with the Rev. Donny Wade and the Rev. Johnny Jones officiating.
The family is grateful for Amedisys Hospice, and special thanks is given to Christy and Tracey, the special nurses.
Arrangements by Dockery Funeral Home.