Mary "Frances" Dye

Mary "Frances" Dye 85, a long time resident of Cleveland passed away in her home May 26,
2021. She was born July 7, 1935 to Harley Morrison and Lula Morrison. She is preceded in
death by both of her parents Harley and Lula Morrison, her sister Ruby Denton, and one son
-n-law Charles Shook Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Earl William Dye,
and five daughters and two sons. Judy (Terry)Greene, June(Lynn) Wagner, Joan Shook,
Janice(Buck)Dispaine, Jane Cloer, Harold(Cindy)Dye, Jason(Laura)Dye. She also raised her
granddaughter Destiny Dye like a daughter. She is also survived by her two brothers and two
sisters, Ned Morrision, Clarence(Kay)Morrison, Carrie Everett, Gee(Joe)Daniels, 18
grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren. As well as several
nieces and nephews. Frances was a graduate of Charleston Highschool. She retired from
Jackson's manufacturing after 25 years. She was a member of Eisenhower Baptist Church for
many years. Frances was active with both the boys and girls scouts. Before Frances Retired
she was very active with Cleveland High school concessions stands for many years. After
retirement Frances spent several years volunteering at Blythe-Bower Elementary school. She
was also active with Blythe Oldfield Community Association garden for several years. She loved
to garden.
She was known to the neighborhood as (Mama Dye), she always had an open door and a plate
of food for anyone that was in need.
She was loved by all that knew her and will be missed by all.
The service is going to be held at Living by Faith ministries at 1175 King Edward Ave,
Cleveland, TN 37311 on May 30, 2021. Viewing is 1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m. With the service
following immediately after. Pastor Shane Dye will be officiating. Pallbearer: Dwight Dye, James
Dispaine, Justin Greene, Jeremy Greene, Stacy Greene, Charles Shook 3rd, Jeffery Shook,
Bruce Smith
Frances will be laid to rest at Hillcrest Cemetery.