Joe "Buck" Clarence Dunnagan

Joe “Buck” Clarence Dunnagan, age 85, passed away on August 21, 2026. Born on June 12, 1941, Buck lived a life filled with the people, pastimes, and simple pleasures that meant the most to him.

An outdoorsman at heart, Buck had a great love for hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed deer hunting and turkey shoots and appreciated any opportunity that allowed him to spend time outdoors. Whether he was on the water, in the woods, or simply enjoying the company of others who shared his interests, those were some of the times he enjoyed most.

Buck also had a special fondness for tractors and boats. He enjoyed being around them, talking about them, and appreciating the work and enjoyment they could provide. His interests reflected his love for the outdoors and the way of life he enjoyed throughout the years.

When he wasn’t enjoying the outdoors, Buck could often be found watching NASCAR, college football, or one of his favorite westerns. He took great pleasure in the things he loved throughout his life, but above all else, Buck was devoted to his family. They were always at the center of his life and meant more to him than anything. He held a particularly special place in his heart for his grandchildren and treasured the time he was able to spend with them. The love he had for his family, along with the many memories they made together, will remain an important part of Buck’s legacy.

His memory will live on through his family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. The stories shared, memories made, and times spent together will continue to be treasured for years to come.

Visitation: will begin on Sunday, August 23, 2026 from 10:00 AM – until time of services at Spann Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: will begin on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM from the Chapel of Spann Funeral Home with Bro. Thomas Southerland officiating.

Interment: will follow at Dickson County Memorial Gardens.

Survived by:

Wife:

Judy Lewis Dunnagan of Dickson, TN

Daughters:

Dana Dunnagan Broom (Ronald) of Charlotte, TN

Mesha Dunnagan Peters (Steve) of Dickson, TN

Half-Brothers:

Bracey Dunnagan of Murfreesboro, TN

Kimmy Dunnagan of Burns, TN

Half-Sisters:

Rita Dunnagan of Tennessee Ridge, TN

Donna Dunnagan of Tennessee Ridge, TN

3 Grandchildren:

Trace Bretoi, Lauren Broom, and Colton Bretoi

As well as several nieces and nephews.

Wayne Gray (Pennie), and Judy Williams (Eric)

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Joe Arnold and Mamie Bishop Dunnagan

3 Brothers: William Paul, Murray, George “Dinky”

5 Sisters: Louise Proctor, Lorene Morgan, Sarah Joyce Dunnagan, Doris Jean Gray, Shirley Reynolds.

Arrangements entrusted to Spann Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located in Dickson, Tennessee.

Spann Funeral Home serves families throughout Dickson County including Dickson, Charlotte, Burns, White Bluff, Fairview, Bon Aqua, Lyles, and Cumberland Furnace, as well as other surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.