Jay "Jay D." Pope's obituary , Passed away on August 6, 2025 in Shelbyville, Tennessee

Jay "Jay D." Pope

July 10, 1992 - August 6, 2025 (33 years old)

Shelbyville, Tennessee

Jay "Jay D." Pope's obituary , Passed away on August 6, 2025 in Shelbyville, Tennessee

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Doak-Howell Funeral Home & Cremation Services

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Jay "Jay D." Pope

July 10, 1992 - August 6, 2025 (33 years old)

Shelbyville, Tennessee

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Jay Pope Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Jay Pope of Shelbyville, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 33, on August 6, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jay Pope to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Jay leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Jay may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

He was predeceased by: his father Michael Lynn Pope; and his grandparents, Juanita Pope and Prentice Cooper Pope. He is survived by: his mother Melissa "Lesa" Smotherman Gongola; his daughter Hadley Dean Pope; his siblings, Krista Gongola of Shelbyville and Trent Gongola of Shelbyville; and his grandfather Greely Smotherman of Shelbyville. He is also survived by other family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the funeral home to help assist the family with final expenses.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Doak-Howell Funeral Home & Cremation Services



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