Lela E. Rooker Obituary
We announce the death of Lela E. Rooker of Eagleville, Tennessee, who passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 102. Lela will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lela E. Rooker to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elbert Ray and Hazel Williams Ray; her husband Woodrow "Mutt" Rooker; her son Darrel Ray Rooker; and her sister Helen Swann.
She is survived by: her children, Connie Rooker and Don Rooker (Janie); her daughter-in-law Debbie Rooker; her granddaughters, Brandi Rooker (David Goin) and Donna Gilliam (Rodney); her great grandchildren, Ashton Jones, Bailey Goin (Bella Wilmoth) and Cameron Goin; and her great great grandchildren, Jaz, Amira and Shae.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 27th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Lawrence Funeral Home (203 S Horton Pkwy, Chapel Hill, TN 37034). A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 28th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Roselawn Memorial Gardens (5350 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129).
