Mildred Brasher Obituary

Age - 94

September 12, 2023

Adamsville, TN

Mildred J. Thomas Alexander Brasher was born October 29, 1928 in Hardin County, TN the daughter of the late Millard and Nettie Nix Thomas. She departed this life on September 8, 2023 in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 94 Years, 10 Months, 10 Days. Mildred's strong faith led her to become a cherished member of the House of Mercy Church in Morris Chapel, TN. This remarkable woman had a passion for cooking, canning and gardening. She cherished the moments she could spend with friends and family. She is survived by her children: Sandra Cooksey and Barbara Shelby; sister, Peggy Thomas; grandchildren: Tina Cooksey, Stephanie (Bobby) McCullough, Deanne (Brian) Brown, Stacy Donaldson, Jessica Shelby, Jonathan (Heather) Cooksey, Zach Shelby; 11 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Brasher was preceded in death by husbands, Farris Alexander, Ennis Brasher; daughter, Kathy Donaldson; son-in-laws, Terry Donaldson, Dean Shelby, Larry Cooksey; grandchildren: Christopher Alexander, Larry Cooksey Jr. , Tracy Cooksey, Melody Shelby.

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