John Paul Saturley

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gaither and Opal Saturley; sisters, Wanda Stewart and Barbara Lancaster; and brother, David Saturley.

He is survived by his wife Beverly of 64 years, children Cynthia Amorino of Midlothian, Virginia, Pam (Tom) Gilpin of Mathews, Alabama, and John Paul (Angela) Saturley of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. He was blessed with six grandchildren, Allison Owens, Stephen Amorino, Thomas Gilpin, Brent Amorino, Madison and Mason Saturley. Other survivors include his brother Barry (Barbara) Saturley of Greys Lake, Illinois, and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

John was a member of the National Guard for 12 years and served in Kentucky and Tennessee. He obtained the rank of Sergeant and was tank commander of their company. One of his proudest accomplishments was participating with his company in the integration of the public schools in Clay, Kentucky during the Civil Rights Era.

John began his career as an apprentice meat cutter with the Kroger Company in 1956 in Kentucky. He was promoted to numerous positions during his 42 year long career, including store manager and district supervisor. His last move was to the Nashville headquarters as a pricing analyst in 1986 where he remained until he retired in 1997. Since he was a boy, he enjoyed St. Louis Cardinals baseball games, and he was an avid UK basketball fan. He loved to grill for family and friends, and he made sure no bird went hungry on a cold winter day.

The family would like to thank Dr. Bryce Dixon, nurses Carol Formosa and Cathy Myers, Dr. Michel Kuzur, and Dr. Kevin Rankin for their excellent care. A memorial service is planned for a later date in the spring. Donations may be made to Hermitage Hills Baptist Church, 3475 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076. Visit the online obituary www.hermitagefh.com.