Rebecca Sue Noles Silvey, age 80, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 26, 1946, in Lincoln County, Tennessee, she was the cherished daughter of the late Homer T. Noles and Lula Marrs Noles.
Sue was a 1964 graduate of Central High School, holding a lifelong, special bond with her classmates. She dedicated 20 years of service to Elk Yarn Mills before serving her community as a Deputy in the Lincoln County Register of Deeds office. A civic-minded leader, Sue was a former member and past president of the Fayetteville Lioness Club. She was a faithful member of Maranatha Baptist Church, where she deeply treasured her church family. Above all her accomplishments, Sue’s greatest joy and highest achievement was her role as “Granny.” She loved her family unconditionally and with all her heart.
She is survived by her devoted children, Christy (Mark Wilburn) Wood and Tommy (Jamie) Silvey; her beloved grandchildren, Aaron (Dana) Blaser, Austin Blaser, Peyton Silvey, Katelyn Silvey, and Paige Silvey; her precious great-grandchildren, Landon Reavis, Aiden Blaser, Harper Blaser, Rylee Blaser, and Raegan Blaser; along with many dear cousins, extended family members, lifelong friends, and her loyal canine companion, Rhudy. In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Victor Brian Silvey.
Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Higgins Funeral Home, with Bro. Randy Nichols and Randy Delap officiating. Burial will follow in Lincoln Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday from 1:00 PM until the time of the service.
Memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Lincoln County, P.O. Box 37, Fayetteville, TN 37334, Maranatha Baptist Church, 187 Old Huntsville Road, Fayetteville, TN 37334, or Camp Blount Historic Site Association, PO Box 1422, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is privileged to offer comfort, care, and support to the family of Rebecca Sue Noles Silvey.
I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Sue. I worked with her at the registers office, and she was so good to me. I loved her dearly. You are all in my prayers. Love, Marcie Hoots
So very sad to learn of Sue’s passing. She was a faithful classmate (CHS Class of ‘64) always enjoying time spent with her friends and fellow classmates. I loved her for her frankness always telling it like it was! You never had to wonder where you stood with her. She loved her family dearly, and I know in my heart that she is beholding wonders of heaven with the love of her life, Vick. She’ll certainly be missed. Sending much love to Sue’s family.
I so enjoyed knowing your Mom and Dad. We were in the car club together, spending many good times and laughs a plenty. Always smiling and ready to try a new restaurant. My prayers for comfort and beautiful memories are for each of you.
Sue was very much loved by her 1964 Central High School Classmates. We could always depend on her help in anything we planned in the 62 years since graduation.
Love and prayers to her family. She will be missed by all of us.
Central High School Classmates of 64