Kay Layne Trull
1957 - 2025
From the Feb 25, 2025 e-EditionATWOOD - Mrs. Kay Layne Trull, 68, of Atwood, Tennessee died Wednesday February 19, 2025 at Jackson Madison General Hospital.
Kay was born on January 7, 1957 to the parents of David and Novalin Knott Johnson in Trezevant, Tennessee. She remained a lifelong resident of Atwood, Tennessee until her unexpected death on February 19, 2025. Kay’s adventurous, humorous, steadfast and never met a stranger energy was unbeaten and contagious.
In addition to her parents, Kay is preceded in death by her brother, Charles Johnson, three sisters, Marie Strickland, Joyce Ricketts and Barbara Guy.
Her legacy will continue through her beloved three sons, Dustin (Aprille) Graham, Dylan Graham and Benjamin (Jessica) Trull; five grandchildren, Kat, Chloe, David, Brenna (Christopher) Sigwerth, Bailey and great-granddaughter.
The bond of family will always be Kay’s cherished legacy.
A celebration of Kay’s life will be announced later.
Dilday-Carter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements 731-986-8281.
In the e-Edition
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