Funeral service for Mr. Joel Lee Massey, age 57 of Taft, TN will be conducted Thursday April 29, 2021 at 2 PM at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Brock Neubauer officiating. Burial will follow in Blanche Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be 12 PM until 2 PM at Higgins Funeral Home.
Joel was born November 6, 1963 in Lincoln County to the late Donald and Frances Hendrix Massey. Joel retired as a Lieutenant Investigator from the Fayetteville Police Department in 2019 after serving over 30 years. Joel loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends, and was a member of the Taft Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife of 37 years Teresa Bennett Massey of Taft, sons Brian (Jillian Miles) Massey, Madison, AL. and Nathan (Amber) Massey of Taft, granddaughter Libby Kate Massey. Aunt Doris Moore of Tuscaloosa, AL. Uncles, David Hendrix of Tuscaloosa, AL, Dennis (Marsha) Massey of Park City and brother-in-laws, Kevin Bennett of Nashville, TN. and Derrick Spray and nephew, Dustin Spray both of Fayetteville. Numerous cousins, friends and fishing buddies who he considered his brothers. Preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Robert & Zana Massey.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Joel Lee Massey.
Mrs. Teresa and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today during the loss of dear Joel. I have always thought a lot of Joel as a person and more importantly as a friend. He was a well-respected Officer and Investigator in his career. I enjoyed getting to see him occasionally during his tenure with the City. My love and hugs to you during this time of loss.
Lenace Hyde
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Teresa,Nathan and Family .My Heart pours for you all during this most difficult time .Joel was a true gem.He Loved his work and his Family .He will be missed and God has gained another Angel.Prayers for you all. Brenda & Joe Burns
Teresa and family,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you, Teresa, and family. I remember when you and Joel got married and when y’all used to come to The Cutting Edge. He was always so nice and friendly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God wrap His arms around you and the family for comfort and peace in the days to come. Love you, Teresa.