Longtime Crossville businessman Bill Matherly has passed away. He was 78. In 1975, Mr. Matherly opened a Burger Queen on Main Street in Woodmere Mall. Bill initiated the "Report Card Reward" program in Cumberland County, providing free food for good grades. Mr. Matherly was a long-term advocate for children, education and athletics in Cumberland County. The fast food restaurant changed its name to Druther’s in 1980 and became a Dairy Queen in 1990. In 1999, Bill and wife Joan sold that store located in Woodmere Mall. From 1995-2004, Mr. Matherly, along with Joe Lee Smith, co-owned and operated the Plateau Travel Plaza now known as the Eco Travel Plaza. Bill also served as a director of the Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce, was elected to the board of directors of Cumberland County Bank, now One Bank of Tennessee, and he and the late Grady Taylor developed property along Hwy. 127 North and assisted in the growth of Crossville. Survivors include his wife, Joan; sons Dale, Kevin, and Robert Matherly; and daughters Kelly Smith and Lori Dixon. A Drive-Thru Tribute service for Billy Matherly, will be held on Thursday, October 15th from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at Crossville United Methodist Church. Hood Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Crossville Businessman Bill Matherly Passes Away At Age 78
Oct 10, 2020 | 5:00 AM