October 17, 2022
Joe William Cobb, age 81, of Wartrace, Bedford County, Tennessee passed away into the arms of Jesus on October 13, 2022. He was born to Claude Thomas Cobb and Lura Elminia Tant on September 13, 1941 in Dickson, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents and 6 siblings; Johnny L. Cobb, Bobby T. Cobb, Jack L. Cobb, Ruby J. Woosley, David A. Tant Jr. & Nellie Faye Hamblin .
He leaves behind 5 siblings; Claude T. Cobb Jr., Betty E. Naylor, Margaret S. Gresham, Linda A. King-Smith, and Larry M. Tant. He was also the beloved father of his adopted grandchildren, Kameron Nichole Cobb, Damien Elliott Byford, Adriana Marie Byford, Nathan William Cobb, to whom they called “Papa”. “
“Papa Joe” was an avid fan of TV Westerns, and football. He was a heavy equipment operator at CFC in Tullahoma for many years. He is noted for his sense of humor and for always saying “I’m the bull of the woods” as well as “you ask for the bull – you get the horns”. Rest easy Pops, you will be remembered.
Mr. Cobb’s wishes were to be cremated, no services will be held and the family requests no flowers please. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Love-Cantrell Funeral Home to assist with expenses (100 East Church St., Smithville, TN 37166)
Love-Cantrell Funeral Home in Smithville is in charge of the arrangements. (615)597-5275