Billy Joe Cope

McMinnville resident and Warren County native Billy Joe Cope, age 86, was born March 15, 1934 and died June 19, 2020 at his residence following an extended illness. A nurseryman, Tennessee Army National Guard veteran and member of Smyrna Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Charlie and Betty Powell Cope. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Katherine McGregor. Mr. Cope was married July 8, 1961 to Linda Fay Christian Cope of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Rita (Charles) Hamilton, Ricky (Carla) Cope and Jeff Cope all of McMinnville; two grandchildren, Greg Cotten and Justin Cotten; four great-grandchildren, Arya, Cattibrie, Sabriel and Stella; sister, Charlene Nunley of McMinnville; sister-in-law, Judy Lee and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2020 in High's Chapel with Bill Walkup and Carson Rust officiating. Burial will follow in the Smyrna Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday and 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at High's. Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com. High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.