James Harold “Pete” Birdwell
1947 — 2026
From the Feb 17, 2026 e-EditionMcKENZIE, Tenn. — Graveside services for James Harold “Pete” Birdwell are on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Seminary Cemetery.
Mr. Birdwell, 78, died on Monday, February 9, 2026, at his residence. He retired from Gaines MFG and McKenzie Feed & Grain as a small engine repairman. He was born in McKenzie on December 30, 1947, to the late James and Pauline Harrison Birdwell.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Theresa Bryant Birdwell, a sister, Brenda (Billy) Harrison of McKenzie, Charles (Lydia) Birdwell of Greenfield, Dale (Kathy) Birdwell of McKenzie, and Joe Birdwell of McKenzie.
Brummitt-McKenzie Funeral Home.
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