R. Louis Jarrell, Jr., age 62, passed away on February 21, 2021 in Nashville, TN after an intense battle with CJD. Louis was born on July 9, 1958 in Wilmington, DE. He is the son of the late Ralph L. Jarrell, Sr. and Hannah Elizabeth Jarrell. Louis’ family moved from Delaware to Smyrna, TN when he was 12 years old. He is a graduate of Smyrna High School, Class of 1976, and attended Middle Tennessee State University where he received a BBA in Accounting.
Louis always had an incredible work ethic, starting with his paper route in Delaware when he was only 6 years old! While preparing for his CPA exam, he worked at UPS and for Gary Hunt, a CPA in Manchester, TN. It was while working at UPS that he met his wife of 33 years, Jennifer Corban Jarrell. Louis was an ambitious man, making great friends with every career move. Starting at Deloitte & Touche, LCC in 1985, he then went to HealthCare Corporation where he discovered his love of flying airplanes! He ultimately became an Independent Consultant, traveling weekly for the last 14 years. He sacrificed a lot to keep his eye on his goals of being a good provider for his family and living a good life.
Louis had many interests and hobbies. He loved golfing with his friends every possible weekend, fishing, scuba diving, flying, eating good food, driving classy cars, being a faithful Kappa Sigma brother, and taking on every project that needed attention at home. His favorite thing, however, was watching and guiding his children through their many life challenges and experiences.
Louis is survived by his wife, Jennifer and his children, Maxwell Corban Jarrell and Hallie Louise Jarrell of Nashville, his mother, Hannah Jarrell of Smyrna, his sister Sally Biggs of Coopertown and brother Doug Jarrell of Smyrna. He will be missed and eternally loved by his family and many, many wonderful friends.
An organized gathering for family, friends and colleagues honoring Louis is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kevin Paul Davis Scholarship Fund, C/O Father Ryan High School, 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville, TN 37204 or www.fatherryan.org>GIVE ONLINE>Make a memorial gift>Kevin Davis or make a donation
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Ken Maynard
My heartfelt condolences to the Jarrell family. I loved seeing Louis when we used to have our Alumni Lunches and again each year at the Kappa Sigma Alumni Golf Tournament… and I sure will miss him. He was a wonderful man and I pray for peace and comfort for his family.
Jennifer Jarrell
Louis loved the time he got to spend with his brothers. He especially loved the golf tournament! Thanks for your continued prayers for our family.
Miriam Drennan
Jennifer and family, please know how sorry we are to learn this. May peace and comfort come swiftly.
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you.
Marc Rogers
Louis, my friend and brother, you are greatly missed, but you remain in our hearts, memories of a life well-lived, and thru the legacy of your fine family. Prayers and much Love to all. AEKDB
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you, Marc.
Ginger Jordan
I’m so sorry for your loss! Praying for your family during this difficult time!
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you.
Cara Sanders
Thinking of you all during this incredibly difficult time. Hallie always spoke so highly of her father and I know that he will be greatly missed.
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you Cara.
Nancy and Jim Langdon
Jim and I send our love and prayers to Hallie and her family.
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you, she is a Daddy’s girl and continues to make us both so very proud.
Donny Bates
Louis, you were a great brother and friend. You pledged the semester after I did and we became great friends. You always had a big smile on your face and a welcome to all you met. You will be missed but never forgotten. AEKDB.
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you, Donny. He indeed provides us with many great memories of a life well lived…
Jimmy Burr
Just learned of Louis’ death this morning.
Jennifer, we are sincerely sorry for the loss of your friend and husband. Our prayers for you and the children. Love you and here for you whenever needed.
Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Kay
Jennifer Jarrell
Thank you Uncle Jimmy.
Cooper Torrez
Mrs. Jarrell – I’ve really been thinking of you, Max and Hallie during this time. It’s so obvious of Mr. Jarrell’s impact on everyone around him and especially Max and Hallie. Praying for you all.
Best,
Cooper and the Torrez family