Melissa Gentry Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Melissa Gentry of Gainesboro, Tennessee. Melissa, born on July 18, 1971 in Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on September 7, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melissa Gentry to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her father Roy Glendale Gentry. She is survived by: her grandchildren, Daneisha Highland, Amellia Highland, Daren Highland, Eli Highland of Gainesboro, Willow Holley and Avery Holley of Tellico Plains; her mother Evelyn Smith Gentry of Baxter; her brothers, Jerry Gentry (Diane) of Cookeville and Ben Gentry (Ashley) of Cookeville; and her pet Doobie.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations be made to assist with the funeral expenses by contacting the business office of the funeral home.
