Charles Russell "Russ" Sykes, Jr.
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Charles Russell "Russ" Sykes, Jr.

  • November 29, 1982 - June 30, 2011
  • White House, Tennessee
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“Many thoughts and prayers are being offered up on behalf of your entire family.Thank you for sharing his life with those of us who did not know him...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: lois gistinger - Nashville, TN

“Anne-Marie, There are no words that can express our sincere sympathy for you and your family at this time of great sorrow. Please know that Karin...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Michael Travis - White House, TN

“Dear June, I was so sorry to hear of Charles tragic death. I pray you, his wife and children will find God's comfort and consolation during...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Jim Raney - Hot Springs Village , AR

“Death might temporarily take our friends from us, but only to introduce us to that land in which there are no good-byes. -Russ, O the privilege of a...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Jamie Ray-Smith - White House, TN

“Russ was a wonderful co-worker. He was well thought of and very professional. He will be greatly missed. You all are in my prayers. Marilyn...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Marilyn Tidwell - Lyles, TN

“I am so sorry this has happened to Russ and the sorrow that you are going through now. He will be terribly missed here in our office and I will...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: Linda Deason - Clarksville, TN

“To the family of Russ: God will be your comfort in your time of sadness. Trust Him, Believe in Him, and Thank him for the beautiful times you...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Cynthia D. Goins - Nashville, TN

“Anne-Marie, I don't have any words for this, but I wanted you to know that we are thinking of you at Children's. I'm so sorry for you loss. Kaitie...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Kaitie Gordon - Nashville

“Your family is in my prayers for peace, comfort, and love during this time of mourning. God Bless You All. ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Tammy Kemp - Nashville, TN

“My heart is broken for you June & Charles. May you find some peace knowing that Russ was so loved. ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Cindy Dyson - Delaware, OH

“My heart and prayers go out to you for this tremendous loss. Russ was an intelligent young man who had a clear cut plan on how to use his...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Jane P. Brown - Gallatin, TN

“Dearest Mr & Mrs Sykes, AnneMarie & children, Our hearts are SO HEAVY to hear of this tragedy... We are the neighbors whose son participated in the...Read More » ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Mark & Lisa & family (Quail Ridge) - TN


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SYKES, Charles Russell, Jr. “Russ”, June 30, 2011, age 28 of White House. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert Raney, Frank and Lucille Sykes. Survived by his parents, Charles Sykes and June Sykes; wife, Anne-Marie Neal Sykes; sons, Tre’ and Trenton Sykes; grandmother, Marilyn Raney; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Russ was a 2001 graduate of White House High School, graduated from Volunteer State Community College, and worked in the finance and administration office for the State of Tennessee. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, White House on Tuesday from 2-8 pm, and on Wednesday from 10 am until 1:30 pm. Funeral Service will follow at 3pm at White House First United Methodist Church with Bro. Kris Freeman and Rev. Phillip Wright, officiating. Family will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Coble, Adam Ahmic, Chris Tracy, and Robert May. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a trust fund has been established for Tre’ and Trenton at any Region’s Bank.