Mr. Fred D. Muse

Fred Douglas Muse was born on September 19, 1928 to the late John C. and Lou Della Muse in Marshall County Mississippi. He died on September 25, 2014 at his home in Madison County, Tennessee. Mr. Muse received his education in the public schools in Holly Springs, MS. At an early age, he moved to Jackson, Tennessee where he made his home for the remainder of his life. Mr. Muse was a member of the Tabernacle of David, The House of Israel. He gave many years of faithful service to his church. He served as the Chairman of the Trustee Board for many years. He also served as Chairman of the User Board until his recent decline in health. For many years, Mr. Muse was employed at the former Jackson Utility Division (JEA). He was familiar with utility installations all over Jackson. Additionally, he worked for Summer Williams Plant and the old Jackson Packing House. Mr. Muse retired from Jackson Energy Authority after years of successful service. Mr. Muse was united in marriage to Frances Smith in 1946. After her death, he was united in marriage to Bessie Dunlap. Following the death of his second wife, he was united in marriage to Louise Carter Jones, who survives. Mr. Muse enjoyed the "country life". He made his home on Potts Chapel Road a farm to be proud of. He loved driving his tractors, building his catfish pond, making gardens and entertaining people from all over Jackson at his famous cookouts and birthday celebrations. Fred enjoyed seeing his relatives and friends enjoy themselves "out at his place". People who knew Fred, Knew that he truly appreciated punctuality. He was not just going to be on time, he was going to arrive early if at all possible which he did. One morning trying to get to work, his car would not start. So to make it to work on time, he drove one of his beloved tractors from Potts Chapel Rd. to JEA located downtown Jackson. He could usually be expected to be the first person at church or at any social function. Mr. Muse is preceded in death by his brothers, Clarence, J.C., and Williams Muse and a sister, Betty Lou Muse. Mr. Muse is survived by his wife, Louise Smith-Muse; two daughters, Linda Reaves (Mike) and Sharinda Muse; two sons, Joe Willie "Jacob" Nunnally and Jessie Jones (Carolyn); three granddaughters, Shayla Reaves Bhojani (Shawn), Krishara Muse, and Kadajha Estes; great-grandson, My'Kale Deberry, whom spent many wonderful days with granddaddy. He taught the girls how to drive his tractors and watch over the farm. Mr. Muse is also survived by his nieces, Sonjia Williams and Betty Frazier (John) and a host of other relatives and friends. "Mule Train" as he was known by his friends and co-workers will be fondly remembered.

Mr. Fred D. Muse

September 19, 1928 - September 25, 2014