Elbert "Buddy" Gadd, 88, of Germantown, TN, died peacefully on January 17, 2015, and now resides with our Lord and Savior. He retired after 38 years from Buckeye Cellulose Corp. and was a Marine veteran. Mr. Gadd lived a life of joy and brought much happiness to the lives of others. He was an avid gardener and believed in the value of hard work. Mr. Gadd was also a faithful servant to his Lord, member of Kirby Woods Baptist Church, and loved his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Melba Gadd; children, Steve (Debbie) Gadd of Germantown, TN, Ron Gadd of Franklin, TN; three grandchildren, Stefanie (Matt) Morris, Whitney (Dean) Shroyer, Rachael Gadd; and a great granddaughter, Charlotte. Visitation will be 11:30 a.m. until service begins at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 19 at Kirby Woods Baptist Church. Interment will be in Forest Hill East Cemetery. Forest Hill East Funeral Home 901-382-1000