Dorothy Prentice Obituary
The family announces the passing of Dorothy Prentice of Birchwood, Tennessee on August 6, 2026. Dorothy, born on April 30, 1932, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Dorothy Prentice or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elizabeth "Eliza" Newby Childs and Alexander L. Childs; and her brother Virgil Childs. She is survived by: her husband James "J. L." Prentice; her grandson Adam Armour; her sons-in-law, Mike Armour and Teddy Burger; her siblings, Verna Stokes, Ruby Helton, Dean Fortner, Leona Bettis, Leonard and Creed; and her daughters, Shirley Burger, Marilyn Bales (Rodney) and Carol Swafford (Rick). She is also survived by her 8 grandchildren, her 15 great grandchildren, her 3 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
