Douglas Scott Shackelford
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Douglas Scott Shackelford - age 56 of Strawberry Plains was peacefully delivered safely into the hands of Jesus on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. He was a member of Holston Baptist Church. Douglas inspired people through his suffering and dependence on God. Preceded in death by mother, Maxine Shackelford. Survived by father, Samuel (Karen) Shackelford; sister, Cynthia (Robin) Smelcer; best friend and "brother of the heart", Jerry Skelton; dear friend, Randy Suthers; dog, Harley; horses, Missy and Walker; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 PM Friday, July 30, 2021, at Bridges Funeral Home followed by the funeral service at 7:00 PM with Rev. Toby Downey officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East TN Kidney Foundation or the National Kidney Foundation. Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, 865-523-4999.