PAUL GILBERT GRAVETT

Paul Gilbert Gravett, a long-time resident of Dayton, passed away on Tuesday night, March 14, 2023, at his home in Dayton, TN.  He was a long time truck driver, tomato farmer, and business owner in Dayton.  He was known by many and treasured by his family and many other relatives and friends.  He and his family owned and operated Paul’s Produce for over 26 years.

He was born on February 4, 1936, to the late John and Affie Stinnett Gravett.  He is preceded in death by Lela, his wife of almost 67 years,  his infant son, Stephen Paul, and his nine brothers and sisters. 

He is survived by his children, Tina Roxanne Elsea (James), and his son Darryl, all of Dayton.  He will always be the beloved Pawpaw to his six grandchildren (Jay, Miranda, Austin, Jaylee, Logan, and his newest granddaughter, Elizabeth).  He loved them with his whole heart and often said how proud he was of them all.  He knew God had blessed him with his loving family.  He is also survived by his brother, Frank Gravett and many nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are being handled by Coulter-Garrison Funeral Home in Dayton.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2023, from 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM and on Friday, March 17, 2023, prior to the service which is scheduled for Friday, March 17, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the funeral home Chapel, officiated by Brother Ed Hughes and Brother Douglas Graham, with burial at Brown Cemetery.