Ralph Edward "Bulldog" Shockley

Ralph Edward “Bulldog” Shockley, age 53, a McMinnville, TN resident and Franklin County native was born October 3, 1966 and passed May 19, 2020 at St. Thomas Hospital West in Nashville following and extended illness. He was self-employed as a truck driver, a member of Freedom Life Church, and the son of the late L.V. and Billie Henshaw Shockley. He was also preceded in death by brother, Raymond Shockley. Mr. Shockley was married June 27, 1995 to Melinda Sue Nicholas Shockley. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by sons and spouses, Dustin (Tori) Watts of Morrison, Joshua (Kally) Watts of Murfreesboro, Brian (Brittany) Halfacre of Dibrell Community and Gage Shockley of Centertown Community; daughters and spouse, Shelby (Matt) Johnson and Melina Shockley all of the Centertown Community; nine grandchildren; one brother, L.V. (Sherry) Shockley of Morrison; several nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. A private graveside service and interment will be held for family only. No visitation will be held at High’s. Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.