William Lee Littlejohn passed away Saturday, January 22, 2011 at his residence at the age of 85.
He was an insurance salesman, history teacher, owned and operated Zippo Drive-In in Selmer, Tn and The BBQ Restaurant in Corinth, Ms. He started Littlejohn Sign Company in the late 60’s where he worked part time while working other jobs and retired from in 2009. He was a
32nd degree Mason. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed telling you about his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed traveling and talking to anyone. He was a very knowledgeable man.
He was also a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean conflict and a member of Oak Hill Christian Church.
He is survived by his Companion and Caregiver: Edith Bass
Sons: Randy Littlejohn and wife Denise – Selmer, Tn
Joel Littlejohn and wife Andrea – Selmer, Tn
Ronnie Littlejohn and wife Vickie – Selmer, Tn
Daughters: Cathy Taylor and husband Ed – Selmer, Tn and Lisa Hovater and husband Jim–Sheffield,Al
Grandchildren: Cary Littlejohn, Sarah Littlejohn, Jared Littlejohn, Bailie Littlejohn, Drake Littlejohn, Bryan Littlejohn, Stuart Littlejohn, Mistie Hanks and husband John, Briley Taylor, Shelby Cox and Alex Cox.
Step- Grandchildren: Jonathon Taylor, Shane Taylor and Mandy Hartley.
7 Step-Great Grandchildren
Sisters: Ruth Pittman and husband Arnold – Corinth, Ms
Annette Leigh and husband LeRoy – Memphis, Tn
Betty Moore and husband Des – Hurst, Tx
Sister-In-Law: Pat Littlejohn – Corinth,Ms
He is preceded in death by his son: Danny Littlejohn
Parents: Robert Lee and Aner Warren Littlejohn
Brothers: Herbert Littlejohn and Carl Littlejohn
Pallbearers: Grandsons: Cary Littlejohn, Jared Littlejohn, Drake Littlejohn, Stuart Littlejohn, Bryan Littlejohn and Briley Taylor.
Honorary Pallbearers: The Men of Oak Hill Christian Church