Freddie Joe Beggs, age 70, was born on May 12, 1942 to Robert and Pauline Dunn Beggs. He passed away on February 23, 2013 at his home with his loving family and friends surrounding him. He was a technician for General Motors. he enjoyed mowing his yard, golfing, fishing and taking his wife to Tunica. His garage was his hangout, transformed into a calm, serene place giving everyone a sense of being outside. He did crossword puzzles, played spider solitaire, and hands and hands of gin with his wife.

He is survived by his wife- Linda Coughlin Beggs; sons- Mike Beggs, Brian and Lynette Germaine; daughters- Jana Warner, Lori and John Snyder; grandchildren- Shayne Beggs, Jayla Beggs, Miranda Warner, Bobby Garrow, Amanda Germaine, and Krystal Roberts; one great-grandchild; and a brother- Jerry Beggs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, bothers- Bob and Randy Beggs, and daughter- Marilou Beggs.

Arrangements were made by Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.