March 7, 1985 – November 5, 2026
Zachary Wayne Gifford, age 41 of Winchester, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at his residence. A native of Franklin County, he was born in Winchester on March 7, 1985. A hard worker, Zachary had been employed at Tepro for twenty-one years and was the owner and operator of Gifford Small Engine. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed squirrel and deer hunting, fishing, and going to his dad’s property on the mountains to trail ride. He also enjoyed gardening and working on lawnmowers. Most of all, he loved having everyone together whether it was cooking beans, grilling, or just spending quality time with his beloved family and friends. His sweet, kind, and caring nature along with his jovial personality will be lovingly recalled by those left to cherish his memory. Zachary was preceded in death by his son, Gage Gifford; and grandparents, Donald Elliott, Dewey Gifford, and Grady Hensley. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of twelve years, Johanna Gifford; father, Mitchell Gifford; mother, Beth (Paul) Crabtree; grandmother, Carolyn Elliott; stepchildren, Rachael Russell, Charles Russell, and Dustin Russell; step grandchild, Ayden Russell; siblings, Terry (Felicia) Kelsey and Amanda Gifford (Josh Stephens); nieces and nephews, Katelynn Kelsey (Ty Phipps), T. J. (Abbie) Kelsey, Jasmine Conner, and Damion Conner; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and beloved fur babies, Buster, Rose, George, Pootnanner, and Nab. Visitation will be from 5-8pm on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in the Chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Pastor Kelly Cunningham officiating. Interment will follow at Clark Gardens. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
Source: Moore-Cortner Funeral Home
