Bertha Breedwell Mashburn, age 78, of Athens, TN, Passed away Wednesday March 14, 2018 at her residence.
A native of Decatur and lifelong resident of Athens, she a daughter of the late Bonnie Mae Breedwell Hall. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Louie Mashburn, a son and daughter in law Jerry and Sherry Mashburn, and many brothers and sisters. Bertha had worked for 25 years with NHC of Athens, and was a member of Pope Avenue Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter; Jane Mashburn Wilson of Athens.
Five grandchildren and spouses; Trisha Akins (Casey), Adam Wilson (Katlyn),
Amy Murphy (Jeremy), April Holmes (Shi), and Austin Wilson (Hailey)
Eight great-grandchildren; Taylor, Chase, Ali, Macey, Kaylee, Brooklyn, Peyton, and Keira.
Funeral services will be 6:30 pm Friday in the chapel of Ziegler Funeral Home with the Rev. Van Elkins officiating. Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Saturday in Pond Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Casey Akins, Trisha Akins, Chase Akins, Amy Murphy,
Adam Wilson and Peyton Wilson. Honorary pallbearer; Austin Wilson.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:30 pm Friday at the funeral home.
If you are unable to attend the visitation or service, sign the guest registry at www.zieglerfuneralhome.com.
Ziegler Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Bertha Breedwell Mashburn.