Douglas Brasfield

Douglas Cherry Brasfield, age 92, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family as they told him good-bye in this world. He was born on March 4, 1933, in Gadsden, Tennessee, to the late Fonza and Nova Cherry Brasfield.

After serving his country in the United States military, Doug returned to Crockett County and farmed alongside his brother, Jim. He later began his career with the United States Postal Service in Alamo as a letter carrier, eventually serving as Postmaster in three different offices and retiring as Postmaster of Alamo. He was dedicated, hardworking, and well-known throughout the community for his kindness and service.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Sandra (Johnny) Maddux and Dave (Diana) Randall; his grandchildren, Johnna Klyce, Brandon (Tammy) Maddux, Marcy (Michael) Laxton, Pate (Susie) Randall, and John (Brandi) Fry; 12 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren and his sister-in-law, Doris Brasfield. He leaves a legacy built on faith, family, and service.

Douglas is preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Florence Kinzer, Reuel, Rachel, Travis, Jim, and Jane Carnal; and his loving wife of more than 70 years, Lola, with whom he built a lifetime of memories, love, and home.

Honored to serve as pallbearers are Eric Uselton, J.D. Marbry, Charlie Kingry, Xavier Cantu, Ryan Vaden, Trea Klyce, Daniel Beck and George Randall.

A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, December 29, 2025, at Ronk Funeral Home, conducted by Bro. David Brinkley. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., with the service to follow at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the First Baptist Church Building Fund in Alamo, Tennessee, in honor of Douglas’ life of devotion, community, and love.

As we encourage everyone, please feel welcome to leave your memories and pictures on Douglas’ memorial page so we can continue to remember the kind, caring, and hardworking man he was. Ronk Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Douglas Cherry Brasfield.