Robert D. Cathey

Robert D. Cathey, 87 years of age, of White Bluff, TN, passed away August 26th, 2023 at NHC of Dickson.  He was born December 24, 1935, to the late DeWitt Cathey and Louise Olds Sloan in Craggie Hope, TN. 

Proceeded in death by his wife of 58 years Loraine Cathey, his brothers Tim, James and Bo Cathey. Survived by his children Cindy Raines (Randall), Angela Scott (Gary), David Cauthen (Carolyn), Dallas Cauthen (Sue), Betty Davidson (Carlos) and Ricky Cauthen; grandchildren Melissa Lampley (Todd), Amy Beaird (Daniel), Candace Edwards (Dusty) and Valarie Head (Joel); several step-grandchildren; 10 great-grandsons; 1 great-granddaughter; sisters June Estes, Patricia Hall, Maxine Deal (Jimmy) and Burma Kay Carr; brothers Gene Cathey (Evelyn) and Ronnie Cathey; many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Robert D worked as a truck driver and heavy machine operator for many years. He enjoyed going out dancing with his wife Loraine, listening to music, riding horses & making moonshine. 

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00pm, Thursday, August 31^st with burial to follow at Hutton Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-8pm, Wednesday, August 30^th and 11:00am – 2:00pm, Thursday, August 31^st at Dickson Funeral Home, White Bluff Chapel, 310 Main Street, White Bluff, TN, 37187