OBITUARY
John Powell Brockman Sr.
May 22, 1950 – January 26, 2018
John Powell Brockman, Sr. age 67 of Amherst, husband of Sarah S. Brockman, passed away at his home on Friday, January 26, 2018.
He was born on May 22, 1950 in Lynchburg to the late Peyton and Nell Brockman.
Johnnie was a graduate of East Tennessee State University majoring in business. After graduation he began working at his father’s car dealership in Amherst, Brockman Chevrolet. Over many years, he, his brothers, and cousins sold cars and provided an immense impact on the local community. In addition, he was a long-time member of the Amherst Lion’s Club. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed the sport of chasing game with his family and friends. Johnnie always had his story of the “big one” that got away as he came home empty-handed. He was blessed with 8 grandchildren whom he loved dearly, and they too loved their Papa.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Kendall Ray Brockman (Patricia).
Surviving him in addition to his wife, Sarah, are his three children and their spouses, Sarah Dabney White (Bryon), John Powell Brockman, Jr. (Kristan), and Laura Spencer Bryan (Chad); eight grandchildren, Abigayle Spencer White, Grace Anne White, Walker Addison Bryan, Madeline Frances Bryan, Katherine Spencer Bryan, Skylar Maddison Brockman, Blake Powell Brockman, and Peyton Douglas Brockman. He is also survived by two siblings, Michael Dabney Brockman (Nancy) and Sandra Brockman Martin (David).
A time of gathering will be held from 5 – 7 pm on Monday, January 29, 2018 for family and friends at Whitten Funeral Home Monelison Chapel. Funeral services will be private.
Services
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A Time of Gathering for Family & Friends
Monday, January 29, 2018
Memories
John Powell Brockman Sr.
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ADD A MEMORYRevonda Wilson
January 31, 2018
Sarah, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Larry Bowyer
January 31, 2018
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Keith & Alice Johnson
January 30, 2018
sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. our thoughts & prayers are with you & the rest of the famill at this trying time.
Eddie Howell
January 30, 2018
My condolences to the Brockman family.
Tom and Sharon Patterson
January 30, 2018
Sarah and family,
Sending our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers at this time to you and your family!
Jeanette Kitts
January 30, 2018
Prayers for the Brockman family during this difficult time. Johnnie was a fine person and will be missed.
Sincerely, Jeanette & Jack Kitts
Jeff Taylor
January 29, 2018
Gail and I sent all our love and prayers... "Grief never ends... But it changes. It's a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith.... It is the price of love."
~Author Unknown~
Jeri Anderson
January 29, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to the Brockman family during this very difficult time.
Pam and Jim White
January 29, 2018
Our heartfelt sympathy, Sarah, Dabney, Laura, John and families, for your great loss. Johnnie was a wonderful man and we feel blessed to have known him.
Charlie Napier
January 28, 2018
My condolences to all of the family. Prayers to you all.
Betty Massie
January 28, 2018
Sorry to hear of the loss of Johnnie . He was such a kind and friendly person . Prayers for the family .
January 28, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Norman speaks fondly of Johnny and playing football with him. He will surely be missed. Gwen and Norman Moses
Tony Stinnett
January 28, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to the family
Dana Lang
January 28, 2018
Sarah and family- love and prayers to all of you. Johnnie was a good friend and cousin. He will be missed. Peace to all. I will not be at the gathering tomorrow.
January 28, 2018
Sarah and family:
Just to let you know I am thinking of you. I was so sorry to here of Johnny's death. Seems like yesterday I was at Rivermont Baptist for your wedding.
I will not make the family gathering but you will be in my thoughts. I had plan to come to grave service but I was told it was private.
Cousin Ed Harvey
Donny Wilkerson
January 28, 2018
Johnny was a great teammate and a
friend. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you.
Donny and Doris Wilkerson
Bonnie Mayberry
January 28, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Susan Steele
January 28, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. I seem to be losing many of my old childhood Glenway chums. I will miss seeing him when I go to Quickie to get a Lotto ticket every week.My prayers and thoughts are with all of you as you go thru this difficult time.
Susan Daniel Steele
January 28, 2018
Sarah, so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family as you face this journey. May God bless you with the strength and courage you need. Sincerely, Jeanette Clark Moore
Mary Ayers Highton
January 27, 2018
Sarah,
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Lori Gurganus
January 27, 2018
Blessings to the family. He will definitely be missed by many....
January 27, 2018
So very sorry for your loss.
Arnold, Wanda and Andy Coffey
Lucy Fuqua
January 27, 2018
Sorry to hear of the passing of Johnnie Brockman. My prayers are with his family. May God be with each one of you.
Carrie Vaught
January 27, 2018
Laura, John, and family, I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your father. Words cannot express the sorrow you are all feeling. I pray for your comfort in knowing he has joined our heavenly Father above. Hugs to you all.