Bobby Theron Stevenson, 88 of Nashville, TN went to be with the Lord on February 13th, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Ardmore, Alabama on January 30th, 1937.
Bobby was preceded in death by his Parents, George and Era Mae Stevenson, by his Sibling, Rachel Brown, Billy Stevenson, James Paul Stevenson, and Gary Stevenson, his Son Alton “Stevie” Stevenson, his Great Grandson Chris Spain, his son in Law, Kenneth West, his Sister in Law, Kathy Huber-Green and devoted Cousin, Jerry Stevenson, In-laws, Aura Wells and Ruby Oakley, Nephew, Larry “Joey” Huber.
He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Dorothy Stevenson, by his daughters, Sherry West and Theresa Starkey, Daughter in Love: Rebecca Stevenson, Grandchildren, Bobby Spain, Jr, Melissa Loll, Shannon (Chris) Williams, Samuel Spain, and Jeremy (Crystal) Stevenson; Great Grandchildren, Chris “CJ” (Laken) Williams, Danielle Williams, Jeremy “JJ” Stevenson, Jr., and Cayden Stevenson; Great Great Grandchildren, Hunter Jackson, Hannah Williams, and Hayslee Spain; Brothers in Love: Pete (Wilma) Oakley, Vic Green, and devoted Cousin Perry (Nancy) Stevenson. He is also survived by many Nieces, Nephews, and loving family in Florida and California.
Bobby was a simple man focused on his family. Spending every weekend, he could in Alabama with his family, his cousins were brothers to him. He taught his children early the importance of family. Annual trips to Florida to visit his parents and siblings were called vacations, but they were family reunions that he truly treasured. Weekly dinners held at his home where all his kids, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren would attend were some of his favorite times in life. Spending time with family and making memories may have been his favorite pastime in life.
A self taught mechanic, Bobby used his abilities to fix anything put in front of him to provide for his family. He worked many years at a gas station on Lebanon Pike repairing semi trucks. During this time, he gained his nickname Whiskey and met many of the lifetime friends he had.
His mechanic skills allowed him the opportunity to start his own business which was a proud achievement for him and all his family. As co-owner of Nashville Lift Truck Sales & Service on Hermitage Avenue, he was able to teach his skills to employees and gave many people second chances in their lives. Some of his grandchildren were able to be employed and learn skills that allowed them to be successful in their futures as well.
Even though the business was successful, Bobby decided the time came to retire and enjoy the family time he so desired even more. Retiring meant he could load up the RV, head out and camp at our local parks for weeks at a time. Enjoying the peace and quiet, he would sit and read by the campfire. He enjoyed reading current events, history, and was a self educated man because of these.
If he wasn’t camping, you might find him and some of our family on a local lake fishing in the boat or jugging. He was an avid outdoorsman, he loved to be outside and taught his kids and grandkids to enjoy the same.
He lived his life simple: Family, Morals, Honesty, and Loyalty. A loyal friend to many, an honest businessman, and a hero to his family. He will be dearly missed by his loving family, friends and all that had the opportunity to know him.
There will be a Gathering of Family and Friends for Bobby on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Hermitage Funeral Home, 535 Shute Ln, Old Hickory, TN 37138 with his Celebration of Life service beginning at 2:00 PM in the Chapel. His interment will immediately follow in the Garden of the Cross at Hermitage Memorial Gardens.
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