Arlon Hubert Way

Arlon Hubert Way, 85, of Crossville, passed away on June 6, 2026, at Preserve at Fairfield Glade.
Mr. Way was born on Aug. 11, 1940, in Jackson County, Tennessee, son of the late Hubert Way and Eula (Bussell) Way.
He is survived by his wife, Jane Way; daughter, Kimberly Way Gentry (Paul); grandchildren, Weston Gentry (Emily), Cranston Gentry (Brittney), Bryson Gentry, and Kenton Gentry (Emily); great-grandchildren, Annie Gentry, Brooks Gentry, Preslee Gentry, Saylor Gentry, Clayton Gentry, and Davis Gentry; sister-in-law, Margaret Way; nephew, Johnny Farran.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, Doyle Way and Carolyn Farran.
Arlon's personal education included a BA degree in Bible from Freed-Hardeman University and a BS, Masters, and Eds in education and administration from Tennessee Technological University.
More importantly, Arlon's priority was being a master of the Gospel of Christ. Arlon was a pulpit minister for over 60 years serving the congregation at Lantana Church of Christ and Mayland Church of Christ. He also held gospel meetings at numerous congregations all over the Southeastern United States.
In addition to preaching, Arlon served his community through the Cumberland County education system as a teacher, coach, high school principal, and culminating his tenure as the superintendent of schools.
Following his career in education, Arlon served as operations manager for McCormick Trucking, Inc., in Murfreesboro, TN, until retiring in 2022. In his role, he negotiated contracts with the United States Postal Service and oversaw the transportation of the U.S. mail.
Arlon was a man of integrity and influence throughout his life. He married many couples, eulogized countless friends and family, and baptized hundreds. His influence and leadership were also felt by his wife of 66 years, his daughter, four grandsons and six great-grandchildren. He lived by example with a kind heart but a stern hand of guidance.
Arlon leaves a legacy of strong family values, dedication to his country, and being a faithful servant known for "preaching the word."
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Bilbrey Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the service. A funeral service will also be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 4 p.m. at Union Hill Church of Christ in Bloomington Springs, TN with burial to follow at Union Hill Flatt Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Union Hill Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to either Union Hill Flatt Cemetery, Greg Pippin, 600 Gainesboro Hwy., Baxter, TN, 38544 or to LaVergne Church of Christ online at lavergnecoc.org\giving>GiveOnline>Other/SpecialPurpose:"Way Memorial."
Arrangements and care provided by Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service.