Herman (Buster) W. Malone Obituary (1953 - 2021)

Herman W. Malone “Buster”, 68, of Greeneville, passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Johnson City Medical Center. A message to our father: The angles gathered near your side so very close to you, for they knew the pain and suffering you were going through. We thought about so many things as we held tightly to your hand, oh how we wished you were strong and happy once again, but your eyes were looking homeward to that place beyond the sky were Jesus held his outstretched arms it was time to say goodbye. Not goodbye forever but only for now. We will make it to you in Heaven, we solemnly vow. We love you daddy. Words simply cannot describe the many talents this man had. Rebuilding muscle cars to building houses from the ground up. Buster worked at Lawsons for several years until around 1996. He taught many people a lot of things. He was a true Jack of all Trades. Beyond that Buster was the best husband, father, uncle, papaw, cousin, brother, and friend anyone could ask for, and made a positive impact on anyone’s life he came in contact with. He will be missed by many. Buster is preceded in death by his mother: Floy Malone and father: Albert Malone; grandfathers: Frank Harrison, Elliot Malone; grandmothers: Naomi Harrison, Margaret Malone, Roxy Malone; sisters: Renell Shelton, Betty Jones; niece: Gaye Spears; nephew: Brett Bledsoe. He is survived by his wife: Rhoda “Polly” Malone; children: Jonathan and Misty Malone, Caitlin and Luke Rogers, Kerry Ann Malone Waites, and Olivia Fillers, along with many more who looked at him like a father; sisters: Shirley and Tim Shanks, Wanda and Edward Malone, and Louise Shelton; grandchildren: Kara Waites, Aaron Davis and fiancé Shantel Gourley, Natasha Bright, Tracy Davis, Brittany Fallen, and Kayla Gibson; great grandchildren: Peyton “Sunshine” Rogers, Leeah “Cricket” Cox, Kennedy Davis, Ellie Pounders, Braley Dobner, and Koby Dobner; a special nephew: Jerry who was like a brother and wife Gaye Malone, ; very special uncle Chuck Malone,a very special niece Velma Malone who was like a sister, and his sweet dog Daisy. There are so many friends, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family unlisted. It would take the entire newspaper to write all the names of people he loved. Just know you are not forgotten. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 11, 2021 from 3-5PM at Jeffers Funeral Services Downtown. The graveside service will follow at 5:30PM at Caney Creek Cemetery with his son: Minister Jonathan Malone, and his brother Rev. Edward Malone. Pallbearers will be: Gary Porter, Jerry Malone, Shane Waites, Aaron Davis, Jonathan Malone, Luke Rogers, Cody Cox, and Scottie Foster. The family would like to thank everyone for the prayers from friends, family, and the community, as well as all the donations made to help get him to his final earthly resting place. Thoughts and memories may be shared with the family at www.jeffersmortuary.com. Jeffers Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Herman (Buster) W. Malone, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.