George Allen Booker – age 82 of Plainview, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. He was a member of Cedar Ford Baptist Church and was currently attending Fairview Baptist Church in Luttrell. He was a 58-year Freemason and a Shriner. George was a man who believed in the value of hard work, helping others, and standing by those he loved. He was never one to shy away from speaking his mind, and those who knew him always knew exactly where he stood. Behind his straightforward nature was a kind, loving and generous man who would gladly lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Throughout his life, George believed in the importance of hard work and dedication. He spent 40 years working for Norfolk Southern Railroad, where he demonstrated the strong work ethic and determination that defined so much of his life. He took pride in a job well done and carried those same values into everything he did. George enjoyed fishing, old cars, motorcycles, and dirt track racing, and in his earlier years served as crew chief for Little Bill Corum’s race team. All through his life, he valued friendship, fellowship and the opportunity to help others. Above all else, George loved his family. He cherished the time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, and the memories made together will forever hold a special place in their hearts. His strong work ethic, unwavering honesty, generous spirit, and love for his family are just a few of the many things for which he will be remembered.

George is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carole Booker; parents, U. S. Booker, Sr., and Mossie Booker; sisters, Ruth Booker, Ann Sanders, Emily Booker and Shirley Shockley; brothers, U. S. Booker, Jr. and Joe Booker. He is survived by his loving children, Gina (Mark) Gilbert, Barron, and Brandon (DeAnna) Booker; eight grandchildren, Chase Buckner, Peyton Booker, Bryce Buckner, Lane Booker, Briley Rives, Evan Booker, Brody Booker and Braylan Booker; four great grandchildren, Rhett Booker, Layton Booker, Turner Booker and Boston Buckner; and sister, Charlene Hill of Huntsville, Alabama. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to George’s special caregivers, Acacia Rutledge and DeAnna Booker for their kindness and compassion. Your patience, support and the comfort you provided George will never be forgotten. George was a true friend to many and leaves behind countless cherished memories with his beloved friends. He had a special way of making people feel valued and cared for and his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all whose lives he touched. Serving as pallbearers, Chase Buckner, Peyton Booker, Bryce Buckner, Lane Booker, Evan Booker, Brody Booker, Braylan Booker and Tanner Rives; honorary pallbearers will be, Carson Fields, Jim Phibbs, J. C. Smith, Tony Middleton, John Lett, Larry Lay, Eric Russell, Doyle Wade and Butch Grigsby.

The family will receive friends 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 21. 2026 in the Trinity Funeral Home Chapel. The service to follow with Reverend Jason Walker and Reverend Jimmy Davidson officiating. Family and friends will meet 11:30 a.m. at Trinity to proceed to Greenwood Cemetery for a 1:00 p.m. graveside service. Trinity Funeral Home, Maynardville, has the honor of serving the family of George Booker. 865-992-5002 www.trinityfuneralhome.net