GAMBILL, Ava Joyce Allen, age 97, went to be with the Lord surrounded by loving family and friends on Sunday, September 8, 2013. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years in Christ, Hugh Wilson Gambill. Survived by her daughters, Antonia Joyce (Don) Deering and Charlotte Dean Gambill; grandson, Michael Ray Deering; sister Georgia Woodard; numerous nieces and nephews. Ava was born in Gainesboro, TN, daughter of the late Sarah and Tom Allen, one of eleven children. Moving to Old Hickory early in life, she became a very active member in the Old Hickory Church of Christ. She served her community through various civic organizations. Most importantly, Ava was a fine Christian example to all who knew her. The family wishes to extend their loving gratitude to all the staff of Alive Hospice who faithfully served mother throughout her illness. Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 11, 2013 in Hermitage Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Loftis officiating. Interment will follow in Hermitage Memorial Gardens. Visitation 4 – 8 p.m. Tuesday and 10 – 11 a.m. Wednesday. Condolences may be offered at www.hermitagefh.com. HERMITAGE FUNERAL HOME & MEMORIAL GARDENS, 535 Shute Lane, Old Hickory, TN 37138. (615) 889-0361.
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