Graveside service for Mr. Donald F. Ables, age 81, of Fayetteville, TN, will be conducted Friday, November 4, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. in Lebanon Cemetery with Bro. Will Martin officiating. Mr. Ables passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at St. Thomas West in Nashville, TN.
Mr. Ables was a native of Lincoln County, the son of the late R.A. and Virge Locker Ables. He was a farmer and also worked for RC Cola, was an Army veteran and a member of the Mimosa Church of Christ. Mr. Ables was a beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather. He lived for his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife Maurine Roland Ables of Fayetteville, TN, children Jerry Wayne (Sandra) Smith, Jean (Jim) Smith Colbert all of Fayetteville, TN, Joan Smith Rogers of Thompson Station, TN, grandchildren Nicole (Danny) Treola, Kris (Kelly) Smith, Jay (Jessica) Colbert, Mary Beth Colbert, Trey Rogers, great grandchildren Caragan Treola, Chace Treola, Lane Smith, Daisy Smith, Charlie Grace Colbert, sisters Ernestine Wilson, Faye Pylant, Kathleen Smith, Dixie Offett, brothers Bruce Ables, Lex Ables and several neices and nephews. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sister Ruth Douglas and brother Charles Ray Ables.
Visitation with the family will be Friday, November 4, 2016 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Higgins Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association 1818 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Donald F. Ables.
10 Comments To "Donald F. Ables"
#1 Comment By Sharon Sandlin Neal On November 2, 2016 @ 10:23 pm
Mr. Don was a very good friend to my daddy, Joe Sandlin. They were old buddies from Harms. I know he will be missed.
#2 Comment By Karen Gilliam On November 2, 2016 @ 10:30 pm
My sincere sympathy at the loss of Mr. Ables.
#3 Comment By Diana Brooks McBay On November 3, 2016 @ 2:53 am
So sorry for your loss praying you find comfort and peace during this difficult time with memories of your loved one tucked safely away in your heart.
#4 Comment By Jim and Pauline Moore On November 3, 2016 @ 11:46 am
Don was a classmate of mine at Central and at MTSC. More important however, he was a friend. May you have memories that will last forever and find peace. Our prayers are with the family.
#5 Comment By Marian Gardner On November 3, 2016 @ 12:05 pm
You and your family are in my thoughts, heart and prayers. My condolences on the passing of your father.
#6 Comment By Christine Sullivan On November 3, 2016 @ 2:44 pm
so sorry for your loss
#7 Comment By Gary & Jo Ann Thompson On November 3, 2016 @ 2:58 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Don was a classmate of my brother, Richard, but also a good friend of mine. So sorry for your loss. I pray that the wonderful memories will help to make this loss easier to accept. Take care and God Bless.
#8 Comment By Carolyn S. Thompson On November 3, 2016 @ 4:51 pm
Dixie Lee, You & your family have my sincere sympathy. Carolyn Stevenson Thompson
#9 Comment By Dennie & Betty Jo Massey On November 4, 2016 @ 5:18 pm
MAURINE AND FAMILY MAY GODS BLESSINGS WITH EACH OF YOU IN THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE.WE HAVE YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. Don was A GOOD FRIEND .
#10 Comment By Dennie & Betty Jo Massey On November 4, 2016 @ 5:40 pm
Maurine and family May GODS BLESSINGS BE WITH EACH OF YOU IN THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE WE HAVE YOU IN OUR PRAYERS . DON WAS A GOOD FRIEND