Dale “Shorty” Thomas Staggs

Dale “Shorty” Thomas Staggs, age 80, of Ethridge, TN,
passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at his home in
Ethridge. Dale was born on May 28, 1944 to the late Earl and
Annie Staggs in Delaware County, Indiana. He worked for
many years as a pipefitter all throughout the country and
would later retire from Murray Ohio. In his spare time, he
enjoyed gardening, working on cars and tractors, cooking,
fishing, and spending time with his loving family and friends.
He was known for his giving heart, and would often bless
those around him with gifts, candy, vegetables, and anything
else he had to give.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
brothers, Franklin Earl Staggs, James Hershel Staggs,
Carmen Ray Staggs, Millard Wayne Staggs, and Paul
Elbridge Staggs, and sister, Dana Lee Staggs.
He is survived by his sister, Mary Ann Staggs (James);
several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews;
close friend, Ronnie Bonner.
Visitation will be held at Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home on
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The funeral service will be held following the visitation
beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Interment will be held at Kidd Cemetery.
Pettus-Turnbo Funeral Home is in charge of handling all final
arrangements.