A native of Louisiana, he is preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Dianne Council; parents, Walter W. Council and Doris Sorrells Council; and sisters, Carolyn Council Wall, Patricia Council Mason, and Bobby Sue Council.
Mr. Council is survived by his children, James “Jimmy” Fant and wife Shonette of Keithville, LA, Roger “Billy” Council and wife Jayna of Bradyville, TN, and Robin Council of Murfreesboro, TN; sister, Sandra Fife of Orlando, FL; and his grandchildren and great-grandchild.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm at Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at Pease Chapel Cemetery.
