Earl Henry Dodson of Heritage Lake passed away at home on December 27, 2022. He was born on January 17, 1947, in Cookeville, Tennessee to Hollis and Jessie (Warden) Dodson. Earl was a Vietnam Army veteran and truck driver.

Survivors include his wife Nancy Dodson; ex-wife and mother of his children Karla Leeke; son Steven (Kim) Dodson; daughter Vicki (Greg) Rodgers; grandchildren Logan Dodson, Mackenzie Dodson, Andrew Rodgers, and Zachary Rodgers; and sister Maxine Dodson. Earl was preceded in death by his parents Hollis and Jessie; brother Jim Dodson and sister Gerri Giles.

Bousley Funeral Home has been entrusted with Earl's care. Earl will be cremated and no service or visitation will be held. The family will plan a private ceremony to celebrate Earl’s life.