Brice Henry Cheatham III, SSG (RET) life came to an end on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at the age of 63. Brice was born on November 8, 1959 in Williamson County to the parents of Brice Henry Cheatham Jr. and Mary Frances Coffee Cheatham.
He leaves to cherish his memories a devoted family; wife, Patrice L. Cheatham; daughter, Carmen (Shaon); grandchildren, Jordan, Aniya, and Aubree; sister, Darlene (Edward) Morton, Sr.; sisters-in-law, Eleanor (Chester) Blair, Patricia Blair; brothers-in-law, Ralph (Machelle) Thompson, Robert Blair, and Jeffery Blair, Sr.; nephews, Edward Morton, Jr., Jamal (LaTonya) Blair, Quinton (Brittany) Thompson, Jeffery Blair, Jr., Justin Blair, and Marcus Campbell; nieces, Dawn Morton, Tanesha (DeAndre) Mundy, Essence Blair, Ebonee Hill, Whitney (Chaz) Scales, Fanniqua Moore and Sydnee Blair; aunts, Janice Pope, Betty Hughes, Nora Jane Hodge and Narciss Cheatham; devoted friends, Terry and Karen James and Family, Curtis Spencer, The Parkview Drive friends, Ninth and Main Church of Christ Family, Taylor Motors (Bus Barn) family and a host of other devoted relatives and friends.
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Mr. Cheatham will lie in state on Friday, December 16, 2022 from 12 Noon until 5 P.M. at Waters Funeral Home, 1408 Columbia Ave., Franklin, Tennessee.
Visitation with family, Saturday December 17, 2022 from 10:30 A.M until 12:00 Noon at Heritage Church of Christ, 1056 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin, Tennessee with funeral to follow. Elder and Minister Ralph E. Thompson, Eulogist. Service of Committal and Interment, Monday, December 19, 2022, 11:00 A.M., Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, Pegram Tennessee.
Jeffrey Hardeman sent America the Beautiful for Brice Henry Cheatham, III, SSG (RET) - December 15, 2022
Praying for the Cheatham family through this time of sorrow! You will be missed "Big Fella" as you would often call everyone you knew. Army Security Guards at Fort Campbell.
Cherished Friend Bouquet was sent for Brice Henry Cheatham, III, SSG (RET) - December 13, 2022
Vincent pray sent Beautiful Dreams for Brice Henry Cheatham, III, SSG (RET) - December 12, 2022
Deepest condolences to the family.Your 51st Trans brothers forever. Hazel Cobb, Harold Robinson. Kenneth Dublin and Vincent Pray. Rest easy Big Guy!!!
5 Trees were planted in memory of Brice Henry Cheatham, III, SSG (RET) - December 13, 2022
Cousin Patrice (Big Bit), We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. This was definitely so "Heartbreaking!" You know that I have been in your shoes in loosing a husband. Please know that I am here for you! Don't hesitate to call me anytime. May God shower you and the family with His Divine Comfort now, and in the days to come. 💘 Cuz Andrea McGhee
To the Cheatham Family:
On behalf of my family and I, we extend condolences to the family.Brice was my class mate at Page High School. He was always a nice person, and he will be missed.Family continue to keep your hand in Gods hand.We will certainly keep you all in prayer.
Humbly Submitted By: Gladys (Glenn) Mason & (Robert) Sr, and Family-Page High School Class of 1979
You will be missed by all my dear cousin. Rest in peace. Our condolences go out to your wife, and Famliy and your sister, my cousin, Darlene and Family!🙏🙏
My condolences to the Chatham family, May God keep you all lifted.
Keith Head
Big Fella! Is how you would be greeted, this is such a big loss for everyone who knows you. My condolences to Sister Cheatham and the entire family bro you will truly be missed. Sending love and prayers for strength and comfort( Kevin and Shantell Cook)
My deepest condolences to the Cheatham family and prayers for strength during this difficult time. Eula Hendricks and Family FFB2MHM
My prayers and condolences with the family. (Robbie Oglesby)
My Brother, My Friend. Today we loss a gentle giant in the ❤ heart of many people. You are already missed and will be forever with us. Patrice, you and your family will continue to be a part of my family. We Love you! Terry & Karen James
Brice my friend, cousin and classmate !!! You will be truly missed!!! Remembering your infectious laughter, loving and kind spirit and all the good times we shared Fred J Page High School . My deepest condolences to Patrice , Darlene Morton and the rest of our family!!! I love you all ❤️. Regina (Dwayne ) Hatcher Dorsey
"From everlasting to everlasting" the words Bro Cheatham always said in his prayer. Oh how much he will be missed! A Christian brother who never changed--the warm, bubbly, and friendly smiles and hugs greeted to everyone. Your rest in the Lord is Life in Him forever more. Our deepest condolences and love to Sis Patrice and the family. Bro and Sis Carlyle and family, 9th & Main St church of Christ, Clarksville, TN
RIP class mate To his Family you have my sympathy 💐 From The Taylor Family!!
Big Fella! You will be missed. Thank you for your smile and laughter. Prayers to the Cheatham Family for comfort in your time of bereavement. May God be with you all. We love you.
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family.
Dwight and Peggy J Coffee
I love you uncle Jim, Get your rest Big guy 🕊️❤️
Mr Brice will certainly be missed by so many , my condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the Cheatham family. Taylor Motor co worker
Our condolences to the Cheatham family, Mr. Cheatham Rip you will be missed..Mr & Mrs Carr
I will forever honor and cherish knowing you. You always had a kind word and always looked out for us housekeepers. Forever you will be my friend Mr. Brice.
My condolences to the Cheatham family. Mr. Cheatham will be missed rest in peace, brother mr. and Mrs. Carr
My Ping pong partner at 51st Trans Turley Barracks Mannheim Germany. Rest easy Big Guy!!!
Rest easy big fella love you Unc ❤️
Love you Daddy. See you later 🕊️❤️
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