Rick Downing Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Rick Downing in Bells, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on March 5, 2025 at the age of 77, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rick Downing to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Rick had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Rick may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sherman Downing and June Downing; and his brother Tommy Downing. He is survived by: his wife Nan Hurley Downing of Brownsville, TN; his daughters, Suzanna Martinez of Brownsville, TN and Amy Thweatt (Donnie); and his granddaughter Anna Claire Thweatt of Arlington, TN..
A graveside service was held on Sunday, March 9th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Tabernacle Methodist Church Cemetery (3000 Tabernacle Rd, Brownsville, TN 38012).
The family has requested that memorials be made to the Tabernacle Methodist Church, c/o Betsy Thornton, 57 Old Hwy. 19, Brownsville, TN 38012.
