Richard Lee Michael

Richard Lee Michael, age 67 of White Pine, TN went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at his residence after a lengthy illness. Richard was born to Betty Spears Nelson, now residing in New Jersey and Bill Michael, who is deceased. He is also preceded in death by a brother, Bill Michael, Jr,. Richard married Wanda Lee Blevins in 1965. With this union was born two children, a daughter, Kimberly Tuggle and husband Archie; and a son, Richard Michael Jr, and his wife Michelle, all who live in White Pine, TN; two grandchildren, Jessie Rose Michael, Hannah Sexton and husband Davon. He is also survived by his four sisters, Linda Alston of New Jersey, Sandy Stagnari of New York, Michelle Michael and Diane Tuggle both of Florida; also several nieces and nephews. Richard was a devout Christian and family man. He loved going to church while he was able, and especially loved spending time with his family, also just relaxing by the river throwing a hook in, just hoping for the big one. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 8:00pm at Farrar Funeral Home in White Pine with the Dr. Larry Parrott officiating. Family will receive friends from 6-8:00pm prior to the service. Graveside Interment will be held in White Pine Cemetery on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 11:00am. Arrangements by Farrar Funeral Home in White Pine, 865-674-2441