The funeral service for Mr. Barry Elvin Rochelle, age 66 of Centerville, who died unexpectantly from an accidental fall on Monday, January 15, 2024, will be held Tuesday, January 23, 2024, in the Chapel of McDonald Funeral Home in Centerville.

A native of Centerville, he was the husband of Tanya Booker Rochelle, to whom he was married for 37 years. He was the son of the late Luther and Myrtle George Rochelle. He was employed at Tencon for over 15 years, then by the former Gilbert’s Welding and Machine Shop for 29 1/2 years and most recently by Big G Metals.

In addition to his wife, he leaves his son Kyle (Jessica) Rochelle of Nunnelly; his daughter Kaitlyn (John) Harris of Oak Harbor, Washington; his grandchildren, Keegan, Adaleigh, Gage, Levi, and Wayland; sister, Joyce Connors of Clarksville, Tennessee, and other beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, family members, and his other “adopted sons and daughters”.

He was preceded in death by his parents Luther and Myrtle; brother John, sister Betty Daniluk, and nephews Keith Rochelle and Jim Connors.

Barry was a quiet and gentle man who loved his family and friends. There was not a child, teenager, or adult that came in contact with him that did not know his love and that they could count on him for anything. The racing world has lost a legend and a man who always devoted his time, knowledge, and skills to his son and fellow racers. He will be missed by all who knew him.  

Visitation with the family will be 22 Jan 2024 from 2:00 – 8:00 PM and 23 Jan 2024 from 10:00AM – 2:00 PM at McDonald Funeral Home – Hickman County,  Funeral Services will be 23 Jan 2024 at 2:00 PM at McDonald Funeral Home – Hickman County with burial to follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery, Centerville, TN.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his grandchildren’s college fund.