Bobby Gene Lambert, age 74, of La Vergne, died Monday, Jan. 7, 2013.

He was a native of Rutherford County and the son of the late Preston Gene and Effie Mae Spurlock Lambert Sr. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Roberta Lambert and daughter, Shannon Johnson.

Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Friday at Mapleview Cemetery.

He is survived by his children, Michael T. Lambert of Nashville, Donna Lambert Oliveri of Smyrna, Teresa Bly of Nashville, brothers, Charles Lambert of Lavergne, Preston Lambert of Illinois, grandchildren, Lacey Tabor, Charles Matthew Bly, Kayla Wimberly, Shawn Wimberly, Breanna Lambert, Kristina Johnson, and great grandchild, Kylar Skinner, last but not least his Chihuahuas, Puppy and Peanut.

Mr. Lambert was retired from Collier Roofing.

Visitation will be from 4:00 until 8:00pm Thursday at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna. 615-459-3254. www.woodfinchapel.com