Dudley Wayne Rives Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Dudley Wayne Rives of Clarksville, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on December 12, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, R. B. Rives and Ina Gaither Rives; and his brother Russell D. Rives. He is survived by: his wife Katherine Clark Rives; his son Brian Wayne Rives (Denise); his grandchildren, Knox Wayne Rives and Lily Kathlena Rives; and his sisters, Peggy Rives Herald of Southside and Debbie Rives Rayburn of Clarksville.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Sykes Funeral Home (424 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN 37040). A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice, or to Pleasant View Baptist Church Fuel Program and Operation Christmas Child Ministries.
