McMinnville, TN resident and Warren County, TN native Jeffery Thomas “Big E” Eaton, age 61, was born September 5, 1960 and died February 3, 2022 following an extended illness. A self-employed transportation broker and lifelong member of the NRA, he was the son of the late James and Eloise Eaton. He was married to Lisa Eaton of McMinnville, TN on April 16, 2005. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, James R. “Jim” Eaton. In addition to his wife, Mr. Eaton is survived by step-son, Dustin Morley of McMinnville, TN; brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe and Cathy Eaton of Manchester, TN and Jack and Sue Eaton of Arkansas; sister and brother-in-law, Jane Ann and Kenny Pryor of McMinnville, TN; sister-in-law, Deborah Eaton-Keeling of California and several nieces and nephews. He was greatly loved by his nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2022 in High's Chapel with family and friends to officiate. Interment will follow in Viola Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at High Funeral Home. Eaton and Dunn Hunting Club will be serving as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com. High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.