Cora Brickhouse

Cora Brickhouse, 85, passed away peacefully at her Crossville, TN home on October 31, 2026. Born the middle of five children to Roy and Belle (Saddler) Brickhouse in Columbia, NC she was preceded in death by her parents, eldest sister Shirley and husband Cecil Naylor, and her beloved husband Pat Brickhouse.

She delighted in being a Mom, enjoyed a career as a Bookkeeper, loved Gardenias, sewing, various crafts, reading and laughing and taunting while throwing a 'Draw 4' playing Uno.

Known by all for her kindness and grace she filled her relationships with love and care. John 3:16 was her favorite passage of scripture and the testimony she had with her family and friends was evident.

She is survived by her children Cindy Young (Bill) of Crossville TN, Mike Seats of Bakersville NC, Stacey Dowling (Tracy) of Hawthorne FL, and her siblings Nettie Daidone (Tony) of Clearmont FL, Coley Brickhouse (Lou) of Elizabeth City NC and Ray Brickhouse (Stephanie) of Elizabeth City NC.

Cora left a message to family and friends: "Just know, my children are my greatest treasures. My siblings are loved and have given me much joy. My friends are special people and much loved. Please be happy. You have achieved so much in your lifetimes. Give thanks for our parents who gave us life and their love and support. When you remember me, remember the joy you gave me and all the special times we had together, my love for all my family and friends, and my compassion for all people and animals."