Jessie Hudgins

Mr. Jessie Lee Hudgins, age 85, of Buchanan, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at his home.

He was born on August 17, 1941, in Paris, TN, to the late Peter Hudgins and Delia Byrd Lowry. Mr. Hudgins served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He was an amazing storyteller who loved his family dearly. He had a soft spot for cats and was affectionately known as "Cat Daddy." He also enjoyed fishing and was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Andrea Walsh.

He is survived by his wife, Martha Hudgins, whom he married in 1966; sons, Richard Hudgins (Krista), Michael Hudgins (Jane), and Charles King (Sheryl); and daughter, Nina King. He also leaves behind seven grandsons, three granddaughters, four great-grandsons, and three great-granddaughters.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Anglin Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Anglin Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Wofford Cemetery with military honors.

Pallbearers will be Richard Hudgins, Michael Hudgins, Charles King, James Walsh, Jesse Hudgins, and Ryan Cueto.

Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home in Dover, TN. Online condolences may be shared at www.anglinfuneralhome.com.