Martha Elizabeth Watson
Martha Elizabeth Watson, 76 of Tullahoma died July 25, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 29th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Crowell's Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m.
She was a native of Coffee County; a retired employee of Worth Manufacturing and a member of the Baptist Church.
Martha loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved to dance and listen to Elvis. Her family and friends loved her peanut butter cookies and her laugh. She never knew a stranger.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Allen and Flora Bell Neal; her brother, Levanda Crowder and sisters, Ruby Dodson and Bobbie Everett.
Martha is survived by three daughters, Elizabeth "Bonnie" Crabtree (Jeff) of Unionville, Ellen Bailey of Winchester and Billie Jo Pursley (James) of Tullahoma; seven grandchildren, Tabitha Crosslin, Ashley Certain, Kirsten Stevens, Calah Stevens, Cody Reed, Gage Throneberry, Jared Acklen and ten great grandchildren.
Martha Dean Gilbert Winnette
Mrs. Martha Dean Gilbert Winnette, age 100, of Shelbyville, passed away July 23, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of her family, Hospice Compassus, and the caring and dedicated staff of the Waters of Shelbyville.
Funeral services will be 1 PM, Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Jeff Rasnick will officiate, with burial to follow in Old Orchard Cemetery in Petersburg.
The family will receive visitors 11 AM until service time Saturday at the funeral home.
She was born April 9, 1924, in Belleville in Lincoln County, to the late Sandford and Elsie Inez Pigg Gilbert. She was retired from Uniroyal and Dixie Grain and was a longtime member at First Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Winnette, in 2014, and a daughter, Susan Harris, in 2018, brothers and sisters, Sandra Willoughby, Dub Gilbert, Orelle Scott, Frankie Woodard, and Reba Beasley.
Survivors include a grandson, Christopher Harris, of Shelbyville; great granddaughter, Laken Harris; nieces and nephews, Sherry Lawell, of Shelbyville, Kerry (Debbie) Willoughby, of Nashville, Deedra Birk, of Lewisburg, and Doug (Malinda) Gilbert, of Nashville; numerous great nieces and nephews.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Ina Faye Curlee Pierce
Ina Faye Curlee Pierce, 91 of Shelbyville died July 24, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, July 28th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Mark Pierce officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m.
She was the daughter of the late Zach Mitchell Curlee and Nona Glyndon Foster Curlee. She married the late Billy Dale Pierce July 24, 1950 and she passed away on their anniversary.
She is survived by her son, Mark Edward Pierce; three grandchildren, Michael (Dana) Pierce, Christopher (Alexandra) Pierce and Michaela (Carl) Woodward; four great grandchildren, Carter Pierce, Nolan Pierce, Jillian Pierce, Jameson Woodward; sister-in-law, Marie Smith; nephew, Terry Smith; grandpups, Mia,
Thunder, Otis, Leela, Zoey; bonus daughters, Vicki Fleenor, Peggy Nolting and many beloved cousins.
She loved her family, friends and church family with her whole heart. She was a member of Horse Mountain Church of Christ. She was deeply respected and loved and will be dearly missed.
She loved animals of all kinds but especially dogs. She was a long-time volunteer with the Humane Society beside her sister-in-law, Marie Smith and dear friend the late Kitty Graham. She was a friend to dogs. She said of everyone of them "It was the most beautiful dog you ever saw!" She enjoyed feeding her birds, humming birds, raccoons and her possum. They always watched for her and one raccoon even peeked in her back door when she was late.
Over the years she got to know people from her different occupations such as Model Laundry, Jostens, raising chickens for Tyson, cattle farming and School Bus Driver for Bedford County Schools for 20 years.
Tania Lee Moulder
Tania Lee Moulder, age 51, of Unionville, passed from this life early Tuesday morning, July 23, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones and under the care of Gentiva Hospice after an extended illness.
A Bedford County native, Tonya was born July 1, 1973, to the late Jimmy Lee Moulder and Toni Marie Cole. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Penny Moulder and step dad, Dwayne Cole.
She is survived by her loving companion, David Nippers; children, Angel Moulder of Springhill, Devin Davis and wife Heather of Shelbyville, and Taylor Davis of Manchester; sister, Cindy Moulder of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Peyton, Alivia, Adrian, Kylie, Kyle, Ryleigh, and Macy; and also her loyal puppy, Rosco.
There will be a celebration of life service on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Brandon Lee Gentry
Brandon Lee Gentry, 28, of Shelbyville, TN passed unexpectedly in an automobile accident on July 22, 2024. Brandon was a 2013 graduate of Community High School. Brandon was known for his sharp wit and boundless humor, Brandon had a way of lighting up every room he entered. His intelligence was as vast as his creativity, always dreaming up new ideas and projects.
Brandon was not only smart and funny but also deeply caring and compassionate. He had a heart of gold and was always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need.
A passionate car enthusiast, Brandon could often be found under the hood, tinkering away or admiring the beauty of a well-crafted machine.
Brandon’s life, though far too short, was filled with joy, love, and laughter. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth and creativity that will forever live in our hearts.
Brandon is predeceased by his mother, Kristi Gentry, and grandfather, Jerry Hicks. He is survived by parents, Marty & Gwen Gentry, Lynchburg, T:, siblings, Sydney Gentry, Lawrenceburg TN, Haiden Penrod, Chapel Hill, TN, Riley Penrod, Chapel Hill, TN, Skylar Gentry, Lynchburg, TN, Shelby Hurst, Lynchburg, TN; grandparents, Greg and Debbie Penrod, Chapel Hill, TN, Mary Hicks, Lynchburg, TN, Tom and Diane Owens of Pulaski, TN.
Brandon had four nephews and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Brandon’s memory to one of your favorite charities.
Judy T. Elmore Cunningham
Judy T. Elmore Cunningham, age 80, of Shelbyville, passed from this life Friday, July 19, 2024, at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro after an extended illness.
A native of Bedford County, Judy was born August 9, 1943, to the late Thomas Elmore and Elizabeth Caldwell Elmore. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Timothy Cunningham; son, Timothy Scott Cunningham; and brothers, Albert Elmore, Richard Elmore, and Don Elmore.
Mrs. Judy was mainly a homemaker by trade and in her younger years owned and operated Elizabeth’s Day Care with her mother. She loved her family and enjoyed theater arts, movies, and Elvis.
She is survived by: son, Kevin (Jena) Cunningham of Shelbyville; siblings, Caroline Riddle of Tullahoma, and Tommy Elmore of Winchester; grandchildren, Morgan (Herbert) Sale, Mason (Katie) Cunningham, and Kade Cunningham; great granddaughters, Margot Sale, and Merritt Sale; along with several nieces and nephews.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Alive Hospice @ www.alivehospice.org or by mail: 1718 Patterson St. Nashville, TN 37203.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Thomas Anderson Foster
Thomas Anderson Foster, age 83, of the Flat Creek Community passed from this life on July 18, 2024, at home surrounded by his family after an extended illness.
A native of Bedford County Tommy was born June 7, 1941, to the late John Foster and Sally Mae Williams Foster. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Johnny Foster.
Tommy was a graduate of Bell Buckle High School class of 1959 and served in the US Army for two years followed by a 23 year career in the National Guard retiring in 1999. He had worked as a plumber electrician, and worked with Albea in maintenance for 33 years before retiring in 2006. During his free time, he enjoyed riding his lawnmower, taking care of his cats and dogs, storytelling and preparing delicious home-cooked meals for his family. He was a member of Philippi Independent Methodist Church and served as a trustee.
He is survived by: his loving wife of 60 years, Betty Lou Brannon Foster; two sisters, Jean West of Bell Buckle, and Martha Harold of Unionville; along with several nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 22, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Reverends Lester Hawkins and Tim Nowlin officiating. Burial will follow at Rosebank Cemetery in the Flat Creek Community.
Visitation with the family will be held prior to funeral services on Monday, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to Philippi Independent Methodist Church by mail: 522 Philippi Church Rd. Shelbyville, TN 37160.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Peggy Joyce David
Mrs. Peggy Joyce David, age 83, of Bell Buckle, passed away July 15, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of her family, Alive Hospice, and the dedicated and caring staff of Community Care of Rutherford County.
Funeral services will be 4 PM Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Brother Larry Chatman will officiate, with burial to follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive visitors 2 PM until service time Thursday at the funeral home.
She was born May 4, 1941, in Eagleville, to the late Roy Thomas and Kathrine Herrod Vincion. She was retired from Jensen’s Incorporated after 60+ years of service. She held membership at St. William Catholic Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, James Vincion and a sister, Dianne Stinett.
Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Roland David, Jr.; daughter, Maria Deason, and her husband Marty, of Bloomington, Illinois; a son, Ronald David, of Bell Buckle; sister, Sue Kirby, of Smyrna; grandchild, Ryan Deason, of Bloomington, Illinois.
Peggy would be honored with memorials to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Tennessee Special Olympics.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Debbie Sue Hendrix
Debbie Sue Hendrix, age 58, of Shelbyville, passed from this life on Friday, July 12, 2024, at her home.
Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Debbie was born on August 6, 1965, to Geraldine Pierce Hampton and the late Frank Hendrix.
Debbie’s memory will be one of true devotion, as she made sure everyone knew about her three biggest loves: her family, the San Francisco 49ers, and country music. She devoted the majority of her time to her family and close friends, forming a special bond with each of them. Her grandchildren held a special place in her life as their relationships brought her tremendous joy, love, and laughter.
On Sundays during football season, she could be found cheering for her favorite team and in the off-season always representing them with her favorite 49ers jersey. Her love of music took her to many places through the years as she shared her passion for live music and a good concert with those she loved. Always up for a good road trip, she enjoyed traveling and spending time with her siblings and cousins as they reminisced about their childhood together.
She leaves behind a wonderful man who loved her with everything he had and the legacy of a family to whom she gave selflessly and unconditionally.
She is survived by her loving partner, George Driver; three children, Sarah Grijalva, Michael (Rachel) Grijalva, II, and Kristin Grijalva; siblings, Ricky Jones, Cindy Majors, Dwayne Columbia, Marci Cook, and Jonathon Jones; ten grandchildren whom she loved more than anything, Hailey (Zach) Rollins, Allie Burke, Oren, Elan, Coen, and Reagan Grijalva, Makeena Farrar, Miles, and Daylynn Johnson, and Inzley Grijalva. She is also survived by wonderful cousins who were more like siblings, Pam Carter, Sharon Watson, and Robbie Hendrix.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with family and friends sharing memories of Debbie.
Visitation will be held before the celebration of life beginning at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association @ www.heart.org.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Tabitha Pearl Pewitt
Tabitha Pearl Pewitt was born at home in Anes Station, Marshall County, Tennessee on August 15th, 1940 to Aubrey Brown and Mary Sue (Horton) Turner. Tabitha was named after her maternal and paternal grandmothers and spent much of life explaining the pronunciation of her name- Tabitha with a long”i”. She attended elementary school there in Anes Station and graduated from Marshall County High School in Lewisburg, Tennessee.
The summer after graduation, she married Lester Pewitt. They met at a square dance in Lynchburg, Tennessee she attended with her sister and cousins. He watched her all night and saw she was leaving. He walked up to her and said, “won’t you be cold without your sweater?” One of their first dates was to Huntsville, Alabama to eat pizza because she had never tried pizza as no restaurant in Middle Tennessee served pizza in 1954.
In the beginning of their marriage, they rented a room in Shelbyville and later lived in two different homes on Hickory Drive. These were good years for Tabitha and where she brought home Shawn, Brenda and Les.
Tabitha moved with her family to a farm in the community of Halls Mill. This is where Lori was brought home. When Lester had short-term, debilitating back problems, Tabitha took over the farm and livestock. She often told of waiting until the cows were in the back field, running to the barn and throwing the hay down quickly before they returned.
Tabitha was an excellent cook and everyone hoped she brought her famous coconut cake to potlucks and picnics. She played the piano at Crowell’s Chapel church in Halls Mill before she and Lester eventually changed their membership to the First Church of the Nazarene in Shelbyville.
Tabitha worked at Jostens for decades and made lifelong friends there.
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To know Tabitha was to love her. Tabitha was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She possessed an inner elegance and determination, and had a great sense of humor. Tabitha taught everyone around her what unconditional love was and how to love others as Jesus loves us.
She leaves behind her sister and lifelong best friend, Betty Joe Robertson of Lynchburg and four children, Shawn (Mario) Diaz, Brenda (Jim) Sanchez), Les (Vickie) Pewittand Lori Ann (Brian) Swistak, eight grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Please join us in celebrating her life on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Gowen Smith Funeral Home in Shelbyville and burial to follow at Crowell’s Chapel Cemetery in the Hall’s Mill community.
Clara Mae Crosslin Jacobs
Funeral services for Clara Mae Crosslin Jacobs, age 79, of Shelbyville, will be held 1:00 p.m. Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the House of Prayer (865 Union St. Shelbyville, TN) with Pastors Bryan Nerren and Ray Wiser officiating. Burial will follow at Farrar Hill Cemetery in Manchester, TN. Mrs. Jacobs passed from this life on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at her home under the care of her loving family and Gentiva Hospice.
Visitation with the family will be held 4-7 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Doak-Howell Funeral Home.
Born November 24, 1944, Clara Mae was the daughter of the late James Marcus Crosslin and Zettie Mae Driver Crosslin. Along with her parents she has preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotte Richardson; brother, James Crosslin; sister, Louise “Polly” Richardson; and infant sister, Dorothy Crosslin.
Clara Mae was a native of Bedford County and was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a strong and faithful servant of God that always put Him first in everything that she did. She loved her family dearly and lead by example with love and grace. She was a dedicated member of her church where she made herself available for anything that was needed.
She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Charles Clifford Jacobs; sons, Michael Richardson and wife Lee Ann, Larry Richardson and wife Mary Grace, and Timmy Richardson and Debbie Swerske; daughter, Diane Woodward; brothers, Jackie Crosslin and wife Debbie, Billy Crosslin and wife Linda, Johnny Crosslin and wife Betty; and sister, Lula Nichols and husband Henry; along with, 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial donations may be made to Saint Jude’s children’s research Hospital @ www.stjude.org or by mail: 501 Saint Jude’s place Memphis, TN.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Johnny R. Vogel
Johnny R. Vogel born September 9,1957 went to be with his Lord & Savior on Monday, July 8th, 2024.
His parents were the late Roy and Mildred Landers Vogel. He is survived by his brother, Jerry (Carolyn) Vogel, his niece, Christy Morgan and family, and his 1st cousin, Faye Vogel Fuller. He is survived by his close friend Jim Ed Smith. He also had two dogs who he dearly loved, Casey and Jezebel.
He retired from Walmart Distribution Center in September of 2022 after 21.5 years of service.
Johnny enjoyed farming, hunting, riding his motorcycle, riding his ATV, cooking and making cooking videos. He would put in his videos that “God is in control”. His 1st love was God. He also loved his dogs and was a self proclaimed “simple man”. Johnny loved his neighbors. He would help anyone that he could and was extremely kind hearted. He inherited his ability to fix or repair anything from his father. He was an avid church goer and had many friends that he loved and that loved him. Johnny had a beautiful soul.
Per Johnny’s wishes, there will be no service. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to New Destiny Dog Rescue 202 E. Highland St. Shelbyville, TN 37160.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Betty Jean Avriett Sircy
Betty Jean Avriett Sircy, age 77, of Shelbyville TN, passed from this life Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at home surrounded by her loved ones and under the care of Hospice Compassus.
A native of Bedford County, TN, Betty was born on August 24, 1946, to the late Leonard Avriett and Marjorie Joe Reaves Avriett. Along with her parents she is proceeded in death by her brother-in-law, Tony Carrick.
Betty was a graduate of SCHS class of 1964 and had worked in data entry having worked with various companies over her career. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved all animals and found joy living on a farm. She enjoyed planting flowers, being outdoors, and enjoyed creating honey do lists for her husband and family members. In her younger years she showed quarter horses and traveled all around the country competing. She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church and was very active member until she was unable due to her health.
Survivors include: loving husband of 58 years, Jerry Mack Sircy; daughter, Christa Lynn Sircy Lahr and husband Carl of Shelbyville; grandsons, Joshua Neese and wife Samantha, and Connor Crawford; great grandchildren, Lexi, Landon, and Layna Jean Neese; sister, Linda Carrick of Shelbyville; nephew, Mark Carrick; nieces, Lisha Burgers, and Shawn Gentry; with many great nephews and great nieces. Also her three loving dogs, Angel, Tinker, and Tank.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024, at New Bethel Baptist Church with Bro. Kenneth Neill officiating. Burial will follow at New Bethel Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be held prior to funeral service on Saturday, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Memorial donations may be made to New Destiny Dog Rescue @ www.newdestinydogrescue.com
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Mrs. Lucy Lee Jones Christmon
Mrs. Lucy Lee Jones Christmon, age 82, of Shelbyville, passed away July 9, 2024.
Funeral services will be 12 PM Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Paul Rippy will be eulogist. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service Saturday at the funeral home.
She was born May 6, 1942, in Fayetteville, to the late John Willie and Mary Eugenia Thomison Jones. She was retired from Wal Mart, having worked in the pharmacy.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert “Corn” Chrismon.
Survivors include her daughter, Chevonne Christmon; a sister, Laura Marsh and a brother, Wilbert Jones.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Raymond Farrar McGregor
Raymond Farrar McGregor, 91 of Shelbyville died May 24, 2024.
Graveside Services will be held 10:00 A.M. Friday, July 12, 2024 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Rev. Bobby McGee officiating.
He was a painter by trade for the Tennessee Valley Authority in Nashville. He enjoyed his career and was great at doing it. A hard working man that did multiple jobs to support and care for his family.
Raymond served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. As he grew older his memory of the time seemed to develop and he was proud of his military service. He was a loving family man that had the best time when he was around the ones he loved. Raymond always had a smile on his face that was contagious and could turn a bad day into a good day just by being there.
Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, John Elmer McGregor and Florine Zada Bell McGregor; his wife, Judy McGregor, brothers Tom Bradford and Jake Bradford, sister, Linda Martin and daughter, Sherrie Miles.
He is survived by daughter Julie Corino (Bill); three grandchildren, Michael Miles, Jennie Corino Cook and Samantha Corino; seven great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Raymond will be loved and missed by all, but never forgotten.
Peggy Sanders (Burris) Webb
Peggy Sanders (Burris) Webb left this world for her heavenly home on July 6th, 2024, after a long battle with Parkinson’s.
She was born on June 6th, 1953, to the late Marvin Sanders and the late Nellie Lankford Sanders. She was preceded in death by her sister Dora Ann Sanders Bailey and brother Danny “Sue” Sanders.
She was retired from National Pen. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Shelbyville.
She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Randy Webb of Wartrace, TN, daughter Wendy (Jason) Piccirilli of Tullahoma, TN, son Eddy (Jenny) Burris, son Benji (Lizzo) Burris, all of Shelbyville, TN, step-daughter Kelly (Cain) Owens of Lynchburg, TN, step-son Ryan Webb, of Wartrace, TN, half-sister Linda (Ronny) Perryman of Shelbyville, TN, half-brother Miles (Clara) Sanders of Tullahoma, TN. She has ten grandchildren - Hannah Burris, Jackson and Garrett Burris, Gabrielle Piccirilli, Saebyn and Braxtyn Burris, Landon Webb and Joseph Owens, Eli Webb, and Row McLaughlin, and three great-grandchildren – Chasen, Walker, and Scarlett Fowler. Her grandchildren were her life. Her best friend, Katherine Victory, who was always there when she needed someone to talk to, as well as her special friend, Dawn Elliott.
There will be a celebration of life service on Thursday, July 11th, at 6:00 pm in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home, with Bro. Bobby McGee officiating.
The family will receive visitors from 4pm-6pm, followed by the service. After the service, the body will be taken to be cremated, with her ashes spread by her family at Folly Beach, SC, her “happy place”.
In lieu of flowers, Peggy’s wishes were to send donations to your favorite charity of choice.
The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the staff and caretakers of NHC Lewisburg and Caris Hospice for the impeccable care and empathy shown to Peggy over the last few months.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Thomas Wayne Boyce
Funeral services for Thomas Wayne Boyce, age 84, of Unionville, TN will be held Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:00p.m. in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Brother Ronnie Grooms officiating. Burial will follow at Simpson Cemetery. Tom passed from this life July 3, 2024 with his family by his side.
Visitation will be Saturday, July 6, 2024 from 12:00 – 2:00p.m.
Tom was born May 5, 1940 to the late John and Wilma Boyce. He was preceded in death by his wife Joyce Boyce, sisters, Betty Hinson, Jean Stevenson, Annette Ward, Susie Smith, Martha Clark, brothers, Billy and John (Jitter) Boyce.
Tom worked at Goggin Truck Line for 20 plus years as a truck driver. He loved watching basketball, riding his antique John Deere tractor and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Pinkston Boyce, daughter, Penny (Kent Holt), step sons, Jeff (Michele) Pinkston, Mike (Shelly) Pinkston, grandkids, Will (Liz) Holt, Allie and Bryson Holt, step grandkids Spencer and Lindsey Pinkston, Matt (Hannah) Pinkston, Sarah (Noah) Bourdon, and step great grandchild, Aiden Pinkston.
Memorial donations can be made to New Destiny Dog Rescue at 202 East Highland St. Shelbyville, TN 37160.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home will be serving the family.
Joseph Walter “Joe” Stovall
Mr. Joseph Walter “Joe” Stovall, Sr. age 85, of Shelbyville, passed away July 3, 2024, at his home, under the loving care and comfort of his family and Hospice Compassus.
He was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Marie Stovall. Joe is survived by his wife of 62 1/2 years, Patricia Stovall; Son Jody Stovall of Shelbyville, TN; daughter Kathy Williams of Owens Cross Roads, AL; and daughter Annette (Jason) Williams of Shelbyville, TN. He had 8 grandchildren; Chase (Witnee) Williams of Madison, AL; Ryann (Chris) Thomas of Owens Cross Roads, AL; Donovan (Kara) Williams of New Hope, AL; Hope Williams of Owens Cross Roads, AL; Kyle(Beth) Stovall of Normandy, TN; Colt (Taylor) Williams of Shelbyville, TN; Carston Williams of Shelbyville, TN; and Cami Williams of Shelbyville, TN. He also had 8 great grandchildren: Kanaan, Dajhuan, Brooklyn, Jadyn ,Haarlem, Skye, Dax, and JT.
Mr. Stovall was known for his wonderful of sense of humor. He was an account by trade, a veteran of the United States Navy, and a faithful member of Trinity Baptist Church.
Visitation will be Monday, July 8th at Feldhaus Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Funeral Service will be at Trinity Baptist Church on Tuesday evening, July 9th, at 6:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trinity Baptist Church and Shelbyville Central High School Baseball.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Patricia Ann Kelsey
Retired Major Patricia Ann Kelsey, age 73, of Shelbyville, passed away July 3, 2024.
Funeral services will be 1 PM Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Jonathan Curry will officiate. Burial, with full military honors, will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Murfreesboro.
The family will receive visitors 11 AM until service time Tuesday at the funeral home.
She was born March 2, 1951, in Lebanon, to the late Newburn Turner Dunn and Bonnie Mae Snyder Dunn. She was a retired registered nurse from Bedford County Hospital and retired with the rank of Major as a flight nurse with the Tennessee Air National Guard, 118 Air Lift Wing. She served in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. She was a faithful member of New Bethel Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Kelsey.
Survivors include her children, Laura Rueff (Brent) Moody, Matthew David (Shawn) Rueff, and Sarah Browning; a brother, Eugene Dunn; grandchildren, Morgan Rueff, Mason Moody, Addison Rueff, Grace Moody, and Dexter Browning.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Michael Bruce Pendergrast Sr.
Michael Bruce Pendergrast Sr. age 71 of Shelbyville, Tn passed from this life July 2, 2024. A Memorial service will be held 1 PM Friday July 5, 2024 at Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Jim Westmoreland officiating.
Mr. Pendergrast was born on June 27, 1953 in Nashville, TN to the late James Pendergrast and Joanne Furlow Pendergrast. Michael was of the Mormon faith and worked many years in construction sealing asphalt for many businesses, and residents in the surrounding area.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years; Lena Seibers Pendergrast, children; Michael B. (Wendy) Pendergrast Jr. of Shelbyville, Stacey Dudeck of Winchester, grandchildren; Keaton Isiah Pendergrast, Casson Malachi Pendergrast, Kaley Moore, Jacey Moore, Olivia Dudeck, Rivers Dudeck, and Allison Dudeck, siblings; Gerald Pendergrast, Mark Pendergrast, Mandel Pendergrast, Connie Sisk, and Pam Corbin.
Mr. Pendergrast was preceded in death by parents, and siblings; James Arlan Pendergrast, and Glenda Christie.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with funeral expenses.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Mrs. Ninnie Mai Smith Benson
Mrs. Ninnie Mai Smith Benson, age 85, of Shelbyville, passed away June 27, 2024, at her home, under the loving care and comfort of her family and the caring and professional staff of Alive Hospice.
Funeral service will be 12 noon Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Galilee Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Willow Mount Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service Saturday at the church.
She was born March 8, 1939, in Bedford County, to the late James Andy Greer Smith and Essie Mai Warren Smith. She was retired from Bedford County Nursing Home and held membership at Thompson Grove Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Benson and a son, Jerry Benson; brothers and sisters, Ruth Rucker, Ann Blackburn, Minnie Francis, Earnest Smith, James A Smith, Joe Lewis Smith, Jessie B. Smith, Ursula Smith, and Grandville Smith.
Survivors include her children, Linda Edwards, Jacqueline Jackson, Darlene Chavez, Caroline (James) Underwood), Terry (Karena) Sims, and Jackson Benson; a sister, Hattie King and a brother, Thomas R. Smith; numerous grandchildren nd great grandchildren.
James “Mr. Jim” Lester Patterson
Funeral services for James “Mr. Jim” Lester Patterson, age 82 of Shelbyville, will be held Monday, July 1, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Jarred Young officiating. Burial will follow at Hagewood and Hand Cemetery in Charlotte, TN. Mr. Jim passed from this life June 26, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Visitation will be Sunday, June 30, 2024, from 2:00 -5:00p.m. at Doak-Howell Funeral Home.
Mr. Jim was born August 21, 1941, in Nashville, TN to the late George & Marie Donnelly Patterson. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years, Ann M. Patterson; brother, Jerry Patterson; and sister, Linda Rolfe.
He was a graduate of Waverly High School and attended Austin Peay before serving his country in the U.S. Navy. He would then go on to be a tower engineer with AT&T for 35 years having retired in 1999.
He was a lover of softball, bird hunting, fishing, golf, dirt and street bikes. He especially loved spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his stepchildren; Beverly (Allen) Peralta, Joe Evans, Robin (Allen) Johnson, grandchildren; Heath (Chrissy) Young, Jarred (Natasha) Young, Brad Evans, Justin (Brittany) Evans, Brandy (Shawn) Graves, Elizabeth Gentry, Kyle (Beth) Stovall, brothers; Mike (Dianne) Patterson, Joe (Janis) Patterson, Charlie (Reatha)Patterson, sister; Margaret (Jim) Simmons and several great grandchildren.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home will be serving the family.
James A. Phelps
James A. Phelps, 75 of Tullahoma died June 26, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 29th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Bobby McGee officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will begin at 12:00 P.M.
He was born March 11,1949 in McDowell County, West Virginia; retired employee of Newell Rubbermaid.
He was a beloved dad and grandfather who would do for anybody.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Casley Jane Phelps; his wife, Rebecca Jean Nelson and a grandchild, Kimberly Adams. James is survived by his children, Katherine Jane Gurton (Spencer) of Shelbyville, Rebecca Renee Garman (Frankie Wilhoite) of Tullahoma; grandchildren, Aubrey Gurton, Ryan Gurton, Madeline Arnold, Anthony Arnold, Tristen Thibault and a great grandchild, Brynlee Sadler.
Bengamin Neil Davis
Bengamin Neil Davis, age 40, of Shelbyville, TN passed from this life Thursday, June 20, 2024.
Bengamin was born May 19, 1984, in Heidelberg, Germany to Gredi Gaifer Leams and Dieter Leams.
Originally from Germany, Bengamin’s mother moved them to the U.S. after he was 9 months old and landed in Tennessee. He was a graduate of Eagleville High School class of 2003. He worked for many years in construction and excavation as a heavy equipment operator until he was unable due to health concerns. He recently began working as a dietary cook.
Bengamin was a loving and caring individual, that always took the time to help anyone in need and never met a stranger. He always tried to make the people around him happy; either by helping or making them laugh.
Along with his parents he is survived by his loving wife Virginia Ann Ferrell Davis of Shelbyville; son, Josiah Davis; sister, Mary Ann Harris and husband Jonathan of VA.
His family chose cremation and his ashes will be scattered at his favorite spot by the creek behind his home. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Larry Eugene Presley
Mr. Larry Eugene Presley, age 76, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at his home.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, June 28, 2024, at Willow Mount Cemetery.
He was born June 23, 1948, in Winchester, TN, to the late Louise Ford Davis of Bixby, OK, and the late Lawrence Howard Presley of Franklin County, TN.
Larry was a source of wisdom and unconditional love for those who knew him, and his absence will leave an irreplaceable void in the lives he touched. A man of deep faith, Larry loved God and cherished spending time with his family on his farm, hosting family dinners and game nights until late hours. He was also a naturally-gifted mechanic and craftsman, able to fix or create almost anything with his hands. He retired from American National Can while operating a successful business as a highly sought-after auto body mechanic for over forty years.
He is survived by five children: Cynthia Presley Sullivan (Willie) of Shelbyville, TN; Jennifer Price (Wes) of Shelbyville, TN; Christopher Presley of Lynchburg, TN; Bradley Presley (Julia) of Estill Springs, TN; and David G. Presley of Nashville, TN. He is also survived by a sister, Mattie Rider, of Bixby, OK; 16 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, four nieces & nephews, and a host of extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Lori Ann Presley, and by his brother, David E. Presley, of Shelbyville, TN.
To memorialize Larry, the family asks that you give his love away to others in the same way he gave unconditional love to those in his life.
Memorial donations may be made to Homes of Hope of Bedford County @ www.hohobc.org.
"Love doesn’t die, People do. So, when all that’s left of me Is love, Give me away." - Epitaph, Merrit Malloy
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Flossie B Waterson
Flossie B Waterson, age 77, of Shelbyville, TN passed from this life Saturday June 22, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. Per her wishes she will be cremated and a graveside service will be held 10 AM Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Willow Mount Cemetery with Sister Faye Tucker will officiate.
Flossie was born on January 24, 1947 in Rogersville, TN she owned and operated Creative Touch Florist for many years in Shelbyville, TN. Flossie was preceded in death by her mother; Ruby Stapleton Jones, and sister; Jolynn Anderson.
Survivors include her husband of 33 years; Boyd Waterson, children; Darlene (Dennis) Perryman, Barbara (Jay) Pope, both of Shelbyville, TN, stepchildren; Dawn Hankins, Lyle Waterson, and Angela Neal, 11 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren, siblings; Charlotte (Elmo) Dodson, of Rogersville, TN, Wayne (Shelia) Wallace, of Surgoinsville, TN, and Jim (Debbie) Stapleton, of Bulls Gap, TN.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Margaret Ann (Faulk) McGee
Margaret Ann (Faulk) McGee passed away peacefully at her home on June 21, 2024 after a long fight with a number of health issues. She is enjoying her well-earned rest after going through a painful ordeal.
A native of Fosterville, Tennessee, Margaret was born March 25, 1936 to Mary Ruth (Crosslin) Faulk and Clyde Faulk. Her husband of almost 70 years, Mitchell Linden McGee, died November 9, 2022. They were married Dec. 8, 1952.
Margaret was a life-long member of the Church of Christ.
She is survived by Stephen Mark McGee, her only child, her granddaughter Sarah Margaret (McGee) Stone and her husband Roy H. Stone III, along with several cousins.
Visitation with the family will be Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.. The funeral service is 10 a.m. Thursday, all at Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Lance Bennett and Ed Boggess officiating.
Pall bearers are Dr. Howard Rupard, Jimmy Hillis, Roy H. Stone III, Adam Morgan, David McCallie, Hunter Helton, George Hetzel and Michael Morgan.
The family would like to thank all of the nurses from Compassus Hospice who were always ready and willing to work with mother in her final months and weeks.
Her caregivers – Betty Kilcrease, Rebecca Gene Cook, Tera Warren and Trina Hix were a true blessing to us all for their love and skilled care.
Jeff Collett, a pastor for Compassus, and Brenda Hodge were regular visitors Margaret always enjoyed talking with.
Dana Bobo, program director of Bedford County’s Caregiver Relief, was a wonderful and helpful counselor.
In addition we would like to thank Lisa Hillis and her daughter Lisa Marie Reccord, who watched over mother in the early stages of her health issues.
Until her senior year Margaret attended school in Christiana where she was a cheerleader. Before her senior year of high school she married Mitchell.
It was expected he would return to his ship, the U.S.S. Iowa, for another tour of duty. But he was assigned stateside at a naval station near Jacksonville, Florida. Margaret would move to Florida. She managed to be salutatorian of her class her senior year at Clay County High School in Green Cove Springs, Florida despite having to adjust to a new state and city, a new school and a first year of marriage.
When she and Mitchell moved back to Middle Tennessee she worked for attorney James Bomar, who would be lieutenant governor of Tennessee and later Rotary International President.
After taking time off to spend time with her son prior to his attending school, she would go to work for Home Beneficial Life Insurance Company in the office which would eventually be purchased by American General Life Insurance Company. During the transition she spent time on the road in Sparta, Clarksville and Murfreesboro assisting in the changeovers of those offices.
Sarah Margaret, her only granddaughter, became the center of her life. She also worked for several day cares and enjoyed being with the children until her health made it difficult for her to continue.
Margaret loved traveling, music, reading and supporting her son and granddaughter in all of their projects and life experiences. She also relished spending time in Atlanta watching the Braves play.
She saw many of the old-time rock-and-roll stars live including Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard and attended several concerts by The Beach Boys.
Margaret was especially fond of a band called The Road Crew, known as “America’s Route 66 Band”. Seldom did she miss one of their shows. The band members always introduced her to the crowd as “their oldest groupie”. It is fitting, in a way, watching them perform a show in Franklin would prove to be one of her last outings.
Donations can be made to Lipscomb University’s School of Communication, the Shelbyville-Bedford County Library, Bedford County Caregiver’s Relief and Fairlane Church of Christ.
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Larry Kent McLaughlin
Larry Kent McLaughlin (86) of Shelbyville, TN passed away June 21, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by family after a short illness. He was born in Little Otter, WV on October 2, 1938. He was the son of the late Carl B. (Doc) and Gladys McLaughlin. He graduated from Gassaway High School in 1957.
Larry retired in 2015 from Vecellio & Grogan, Inc. He spent his life in the construction industry building roads and bridges that span some of the highly traveled highway systems in the United States. Larry began his career in construction as an inspector in 1961 for the WV Dept. of Transportation, division of Highways. He quickly moved to a superintendent over highway and bridge projects for the WVDOT.
In 1969 Larry accepted a position at S.J. Groves and Sons where he would become the General Manager of Construction. While at S.J. Groves, some of Larry’s notable accomplishments included projects on I-79 in Sutton, WV, US 460 in Bluefield, WV and he was responsible for a 10,000 LF taxiway for the Raleigh-Durham Airport in Raleigh, NC.
In 1987, Larry made a shift to the Danis Southeast Highways Division where he worked on several highway and site projects in Florida. Larry served as the Vice President and Area Manager. His notable projects were for the FL Dept. of Transportation located on US 19 near Clearwater, FL. He also oversaw the completion of the Disney Corporation offices and the Dolphin and Swan Hotel in Orlando, FL.
From 1992 until his retirement, Larry served as the Vice President of Construction for Vecellio & Grogan, Inc. Larry was responsible for countless projects in his capacity at V & G. He was instrumental in overseeing the construction of over $100 million of work for the Piedmont Triad International Airport Authority. He also managed the construction of a new multi-lane highway with five bridges in Chesterfield County, VA on Route 288. There were numerous bridges and sites that Larry oversaw during his tenure at V & G, but the one he seemed most proud of was the project at Powell Mountain near Summersville, WV. Larry would often reminisce about the job and its challenges with moving massive amounts of
earth and keeping the black bears away. He was proud of a job well done and on time.
Larry continued his career with V & G until his retirement. Even then, he continued in a consulting capacity for many years, taking the helicopter to various job locations from WV, VA, NC, and IL. In 2015 Larry formally retired. Most people that worked with Larry kept his number on speed dial, because he was always willing to talk and help others with their challenges.
Larry was always a well-respected member of the construction industry. His leadership ability attracted talent because he was able to guide with liberty those being led. Most would say that Larry could convince you his way was right and have you believing it was your idea. His knowledge and experience were invaluable to those he mentored. When Larry retired, he and his wife Margaret moved permanently to Shelbyville, TN where he was very active in the TN Walking Horse Association and continued to show his horses until 2023.
Larry will be missed by his wife of 50 years, Margaret Corley McLaughlin. He is survived by his daughters Elizabeth (Ronald) Eason of Titusville, FL and Marian (Scott) Kuhn of Palm Bay, FL, seven grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. Also surviving are his siblings Frank McLaughlin, Valgene McLaughlin, Charlene Perkey and Darlene Maxwell, and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his Aunt Jenny Hardway. In addition to his parents, he was pre-deceased by his son Michael Kent McLaughlin.
Visitation will be held June 27, 2024, from 11:00-1:00pm at Richard Roach Funeral Home in Gassaway, WV, followed by his funeral at 1:00pm. He will be buried in Sugar Creek Cemetery, Gassaway, WV immediately after the service.
A memorial service will be held at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel in Shelbyville, TN on July 1 st with visitation at 5:00pm and service at 6:00pm.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Mason Douglas, ARNP-C and Compassus Hospice Care.
Derrick Dichon Kearns
Derrick Dichon Kearns, age 38, of Murfreesboro, passed away June 18, 2024.
Funeral services will be 3 Pm Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Pastor Jason Scales will officiate. Burial will be in Carolina Biblical Gardens of Guilford, in Jamestown, North Carolina.
The family will receive visitors 2 PM until service time Sunday at the funeral home.
He was born September 23, 1985, in Thomasville, North Carolina, to Colisa Cannon Kearns and James Edward Kearns, Jr. He was employed with General Mills in Murfreesboro, loved to fish, and was huge Dallas Cowboys fan. He liked to see people around him be happy, and was known as a “goofball”.
In addition to his parents, survivors include four children, Destiny Kearns, Aaliyah Kearns, Dichon Kearns, and Amari Kearns; sisters, Janice Kearns and Latasha Kearns.
Marion L. Beck Jackson
Marion L. Beck Jackson, born April 22, 1928, in Princeton, MN and passed from this life Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in Tullahoma, TN. She was the 4th youngest of 21 children born to the late Albert J. Beck and Isabella Engelmier Beck.
Marion met William H. Jackson in January 1946, and they married April 27, 1946. William Jackson was born April 2, 1925, and passed from this life on April 20, 2005, at the age of 80, they were married 59 years. Together they had three children, William Dennis Jackson, Deborah Jackson Kennedy, and Candace Nevelene Jackson.
Marion was a loving wife, mother, homemaker, and was very active in her church, Eastern Stars. She loved to sew, cook, and worked as an aid at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Palm Beach, Florida.
Along with her three children she is survived by: one brother, Charles Beck; daughter-in-law, Gloria Jackson; son-in-law, Kevin Kennedy; and 10 grandchildren, and 27 great grandchildren.
Marion is now at home with God and her family that has gone on before her. We love you, Marion.
Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, June 24, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Brother Bobby McBee officiating. Burial will follow at Willow cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be held prior to funeral service beginning at 9 AM on Monday morning, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Family Food Ministry c/o Westside Nazarene Church, by mail: 123 Westside Dr. Tullahoma, TN 37388.
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Dennie W. Maxwell
Mr. Dennie W. Maxwell, age 89, of Shelbyville, passed away June 16, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of his family, caregivers, and the dedicated and caring staff of Life Care Center of Tullahoma.
Arrangements are incomplete.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Kim Bates Byrom
Mrs. Kim Bates Byrom, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024.
There will be a memorial service at 2 PM, Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church.
She was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Pete and Jean Bates.
As well as her parents, she is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Byrom, of Shelbyville, and son Chandler Byrom.
Memorials may be made to the funeral home to help with expenses.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
Cicylee Vannetta Sutton
MS Cicylee Vannetta Sutton was born March 7, 1973, and called to Glory June 10, 2024.
She was born to Deborah Ophelia Sutton and the late Thomas Henry Sutton, Jr.
Cissy is preceded in death by her grandmothers’, Inez Lucille Rippie and Willie Margaret Cecil Sutton; grandfathers, Thomas Henry Sutton, Sr., Albert Roy Rippie, Sr., and Cofia Streeter. She is also preceded in death by two aunts, Rosa May Parsons and Jimmie Lean Sutton; five uncles, James Louise Sutton, Waymon Marsh, Damon Marsh, Arthur Louise Rippie and albert Roy Rippie, II; a nephew, Thomas H. Sutton.
Cissy accepted Christ at an early age,and attended Sevier Street Baptist Church. She attended Bedford County School System and graduated from Shelbyville Central High School.
Cissy leaves to cherish her loving memories, her loving and devoted mother, Deborah Sutton. She also leaves three sisters, Pastor Makeva Sutton, Kysa Frazier, and Regina Johnson; one step-sister, Latrice Ransom and a step-brother, Kerry Ransom.
She also leaves to cherish her memories four loving children, Annissa K. Stanton, Mayesha K. Stanton, Kennzie Burks, and her only son, James K. Carter, Jr.; four grandchildren, Jody McMurry, Markquise Stanton, Lsyn McMurry, and Journee McMurry.
Aunt Cissy also leaves to cherish her memories, two loving and devoted nieces, Prodeon L. Johnson and Miracle Champagne Holt; a loving a devoted nephew, D’Angelo Mason; devoted friends, James K. Carter, Jr. and Rochell Nelson; many cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be 2 PM Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Sevier Street First Baptist Church. Minister D’Angel Mason will be eulogist.
The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service Tuesday at the church.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Judy Kay Lovvorn
Funeral services for Judy Kay Lovvorn, age 60 of Bell Buckle, TN will be held 3:30 PM Thursday, June 13, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Reverend Carrol Crosslin officiating. Burial will follow in the Willow Mount Cemetery. Judy passed from this life Sunday, June 9, 2024 following an extended illness.
Visitation with the family will be held 4-7PM Wednesday, June 12,2024 at the funeral home.
Judy was born on September 28, 1963 in Murfreesboro, TN to the late Delbert Crosslin and Charity Armstrong Crosslin. She worked along side her husband for many years in the paving industry. Judy loved to cut grass, raise her flowers, and her pets were her children, she also was a member of Whiteside Methodist Church.
Judy is survived by her loving husband of 44 years; Richard Lovvorn, siblings; Jimmy Crosslin, Peggy Williams, Randy Crosslin all of Shelbyville, TN, Kathrine York of Wartrace, TN, and Tommy Crosslin of Unionville.
Along with her parents Judy is preceded in death by siblings, Patsy Turner, Ruby Tucker, Rollie D.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Bedford County Cancer Association.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Debra Renee Bedwell
On Saturday afternoon, Debra Renee Bedwell finished her course here on this earth, at the age of 63.
Left to cherish her memory here are her sons, Jonathon Bedwell and Jay Bedwell (Jennifer); daughters, Angela Stephens (Mike) and Mary Mills (Joel); brothers, Jordan Ritchie ( Katie) ; grandchildren, Savannah, Jacob, Noah, Reagan, Alayna, Isaiah and Emmett; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, from 12-2 p.m. at Grant Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. with Bro. Scott Howell officiating.
Arrangements Entrusted to Grant Memorial Chapel
Danny Earl Carver
Funeral services for Danny Earl Carver age 48, of Shelbyville, TN will be held 5PM Tuesday June 11, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with James Guinn officiating. Following the service he will be cremated. Danny passed from this life Friday, June 7, 2024.
Visitation with the family will be held prior to the service beginning at 3PM at the funeral home. In Danny’s honor the family request that everyone who attends the services to wear black, camouflage, or both if you are able.
Danny Earl Carver was born on July 4, 1975, in Carthage, TN to the late Robert Earl Carver and Phyllis Kay Shahan Carver. Danny was a self-employed handy man, he loved to sit by the water fishing, loved music and playing his guitar.
Survivors include a sister & best friend; Lisa Carver, nieces Kalynn Ferrell, Kalissa (Jordan) Lewis, great niece; Kei’ara Moss, and long-time friend Steven Hamilton, all of Shelbyville, TN.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.
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Joseph Ernest Claytor
Joseph Ernest Claytor, III, passed away June 7, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of his family, Hospice Compassus, and the dedicated and caring staff of The Waters of Shelbyville.
Funeral services will be 1 PM Monday, June 10, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Carl Hall will officiate, with burial to follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive visitors 11 AM until service time Monday at the funeral home.
He was born May 31, 1953, in San Diego, California, to Nancy Williams Batson, of Ashland City, and the late Joseph E, Claytor, Jr. He was employed with Pillsbury, in Murfreesboro. Joe ran a good race. Everyone who knew him, knew his passion was his guitar playing for the Lord. He had a love for aircraft of any kind, and passion for his ’57 Chevy Belair. Joe was one of the sweetest people you’d ever meet. He was a faithful member of Victory Celebration Revival Church.
In addition to his mother and step father, Nancy and Earl Batson, of Ashland City, survivors include his wife, DeEtta Norman Claytor, of Shelbyville; children, Jonathan Brian (Lauren) Claytor, of Nashville, Daniel Stephen (Heather) Claytor, of Ashland City, and a step daughter, Mary Margaret (Trent) Bisner, of Indiana; a brother, Sterling (Leah) Claytor, of Springfield; sisters, Kim (John) Engelman, of Nolensville, and Beth (Steve) Batson, of Pleasant View; grandchildren, Zachary, Jackson, Eddie, Richard, and Trinity Hope; great grandchildren, Richard Jr., Ryan, and Spencer.
Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or Hospice Compassus.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Fatima Amaro Grajales
Funeral Mass for stillborn infant, Fatima Amaro Grajales, will be 10 AM Monday, June 10, 2024, at St. William Catholic Church. Father Edwuin Cardona will officiate, with burial to follow in Willow Mount Cemetery.
The parents are Karen Grajales Vasquez and Antonio Amaro Amaro.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Terry “Sudie” Sanders
Funeral services for Terry “Sudie” Sanders, age 68 of Shelbyville, TN will be held 1 PM Saturday June 8, 2024 in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Bro. Randall Harmon officiating. Sudie passed from this life at his home in El Bethel Community of Bedford County surrounded by his family after an extended illness. The family request for everyone to dress casual or come as you are.
Visitation with the family will be held 4-7 PM Friday June 7, 2024, at the funeral home.
A native of Bedford County Sudie was the son of the late George Sanders and Coarene Helton Sanders. He repaired small engines for a trade, and was of the Baptist faith. Sudie was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Marvin, Gary, and Pokey Sanders, sisters; Carolyn Sanders and Shelia Allen.
Survivors include siblings; Doris Throneberry, Perry (Brenda) Sanders, Mary Ann (Slick) Dennis, all of Shelbyville, TN son; Jeramy (Rhonda) Blanton of Lynchburg, TN, grandchildren; Breonna, Paisley, Triston and Cameron, along with many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank special caregivers; nieces & nephew Amanda Helton, Kellie Brown, &Timmy Sanders, friends; Tracie Wachner, and Marylin Sanders. Sudie was one of the strongest people we will ever know and he was a fighter until the end. He did it his way and he knew when to say when then he would do just that.
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Steven Ray Melton
Steven Ray Melton, age 62, of Shelbyville, passed away June 4, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of his family and the professional and caring staff of Alive Hospice.
The family will receive visitors 6-8 PM Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
Graveside service will be 1 PM Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Lebanon Laurel Hill Cemetery in Cleveland, Tennessee.
He was born March 16, 1962, in Cleveland, to Boyd Melton, of Shelbyville, and the late Joyce Johnson Boyd. He was a retired trainer of Tennessee Walking Horses, loved to play golf and go fishing. He enjoyed spending time with his niece and nephew, and held membership at Northfork Baptist Church.
In addition to his father, survivors include a brother, Jeff Melton, a niece, Sydney Melton and a nephew, Reed (Julie) Melton.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Samantha Wynn Jackson Shreve
Samantha Wynn Jackson Shreve age 33 of Wartrace, TN passed from this life Sunday June 2, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family after an extended illness. Samantha’s wishes were to be cremated, and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Samantha was born on March 4, 1991 in Nashville, TN to Michael Jackson and Debra Martin Jackson who survives. Samantha was a graduate of Cascade High School Class of 2009, then she became a Dental Assistant having worked with Clements Dental formally known as Clark Dental. Then in the last 3 years with C.A.R.S. service center in Wartrace as a service writer. Samatha was a board member of the Bedford County Cancer Foundation and a member of Whispers of Hope, and Edgemont Baptist Church.
Survivors include her parents; Mike and Debra Jackson, her loving husband of 11 years; Colton Shreve, beloved children; Izzy & Gracie Shreve, sister; Katie (Robert) Smartt of Manchester, TN grandfather Charles Jackson of Columbia, TN, in-laws; Charlie (Michelle) Winchester, TN, Jimmy (Kim) Shreve of Shelbyville, TN brother/sister in-law; Jared (Kendall) Shreve, nieces & nephews; Wynnslee, Layla, Tyner, James, and Colt, aunts & uncle; Kathey (John David) Ledbetter of Flatcreek Community of Bedford County, and Betty Baker of Columbia, TN.
Samantha is predeceased by her grandparents; Lois Jackson, Thomas J. and Francis Martin.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Bedford County Cancer Foundation.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Barry Trent Sadler
Barry Trent Sadler, age 60, of Fort Worth, TX, passed from this life May, 29, 2024, at Medical City Dallas Hospital in Dallas, TX after diagnosed with an unexpected illness.
A native of Shelbyville, TN, Barry was born on January 11, 1964, to the late William Bailey Sadler and Willa Dean Oldfield Sadler.
Barry attended Shelbyville Central High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Navy. He worked with Calsonic for 20 years before becoming an aircraft mechanic and working with Vaught Aircraft Industries, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin. Throughout his life he enjoyed turkey hunting, admired classic cars, and greatly appreciated the game of baseball, anything from collecting baseball cards and watching his son play, to catching a Rangers game at Globe Life Field. He was a member of The Sons of Confederate Veterans, Machinist Local Lodge No. 776-A, and United Aerospace Workers Local 848.
He is survived by his children, Casey Sadler and wife Star of Normandy, TN, and Lilly Grace Sadler of Fort Worth, TX; grandchildren, Gwyn, Alyce, Freya, and Casper; sisters, Shelia Sadler McCullough, and Adriana Sadler Prince; brothers, Gary Sadler, and Brent Sadler; along with several nieces and nephews.
A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held Wednesday, June 5th from 5-6p.m. at Doak-Howell Funeral Home. The gathering will be concluded with special words from his children at 6:00pm.
Memorial donations may be made to Veterans Airlift Command, to honor Barry’s love for aviation and his family’s service in the U.S. Military.
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Manuel Rodriguez Rayas
Manuel was born January 14, 1972 in Dolores Hidalgo Guanajuato, Mexico. He was the son of the late Palemon Rodriguez Aravalo and Ermelanda Rayas Relles. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Guillemo.
Manuel grew up in Mexico and came to the United States in 1988, age 16 for more opportunity. Opportunity took him to Wartrace, where he found family and friends that love him and he found home. His family and home were his passion. He was an employee of Hawkins and Price Excavating, where he worked for 35 years. He overcame many challenges throughout his life, even suffering a life altering hay baler accident in 1996. On March 11, 2020, after lots of hard work and dedication he earned his U.S. citizenship, it was an accomplishment he was very proud of. He was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, and child of God. He always encouraged and helped others.
He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Dana Ferguson Rodriguez; his son, Luke Rodriguez; brothers, Geraldo, Rafael, Hugo, and Noe Ricardo; sisters, Leticia, Silvia, and Ana, 23 nephews and nieces; and in-laws, Bobbie Ferguson and Roy & Dana Ferguson; brother-in-law, Jeremy (Mandy) Ferguson; and his “American parents”, Lynn & Pam Edde.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Steven Flippo officiating. Burial will follow at Hollywood Cemetery in Wartrace, TN.
Visitation with the family will be held 4-8 p.m. Monday, June 3rd at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Manuel Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship Fund to benefit his son Luke. Donations can be made at Heritage South Community Credit Union of Shelbyville.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Ronald Glenn “Ronnie” Ledbetter
Ronald Glenn “Ronnie” Ledbetter, age 53 of Decherd, TN, passed from this life Wednesday, May 29, 2024.
Ronnie was born on March 7, 1971, to Odis Ledbetter & Brenda Siebers. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Ledbetter; and grandparents, Odis H. & Jessie Ledbetter, and Wallace & Margie Siebers.
He worked as a heavy machine operator for many years and in his free time, he loved driving and working on cars, especially Chevys. He also enjoyed the outdoors, mainly hunting and fishing. Some of his joys in life were, coaching and playing Open Legue softball. He had a kind and caring heart that was always willing to help others and loved his family.
Ronnie is survived by: children, Amber Baltimore and husband Chase of Shelbyville, Cody Ainsworth of Chattanooga, and Taylor Ledbetter of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Keegan, Lucas, Mayzie, and Cameron; brother, Bryan Ledbetter of Chattanooga; and step-mother, Patricia Ledbetter of Chattanooga.
Celebration of Life services will be held 4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Amanda Clark officiating.
Visitation will be held Sunday, prior to services beginning 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Doak-Howell Funeral Home to help assist the family with final expenses.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Mrs. Mary LaVerne Adcock
Mrs. Mary LaVerne Adcock, age 83, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024, at NHC Healthcare Tullahoma, under the loving care and comfort of her family, Caris Healthcare, and the dedicated and professional staff at NHC Healthcare Tullahoma.
A Memorial Service will be 4:00 PM Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
The family will receive visitors 2:00 PM until service time Sunday at the funeral home.
She was born March 11, 1941, in Shelbyville, to the late James and Adele Raby Freeman. She was retired from Wal Mart in Lewisburg, enjoyed working in her flower garden and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a long-time member at Victory Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Gene Adcock, in 2022, and a sister, Betty Adcock.
Survivors include her children, Rita (Andy) Lemmon, of Shelbyville. Phil (Shirley) Wilson, of Charlotte, Tennessee, Cindy (Paul) Piques, of Land O’Lakes, Florida, Barbara (Craig) Spillers, of Petersburg, Tennessee, and Jennifer (Bryan) Beasley, of Smyrna; step daughter, Renee Sanders; grandchildren, Angie (Richie) Barton, Jill Wilson, Bethany (Chad) Turner, Damon O’Dell, Stephen Wilson, Bridget (Kevin) Wills, Mindi (Taylor) Hicks, Dylan Arnold, Jacob Arnold, Alizaye Beasley, Nicole Skeeters; great grandchildren, Chase Williams, Allison Pitsinos, Devon Heath, Brianna Brown, Kase Hicks, Kole Hicks, Mia Wills, Trysten Bennett Barnes, Kendall Turner, Brian Payne and Paisley Wilson; great great grandchild, Arabella Grace Williams; sister, Judy Bonner, of Shelbyville.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Billy Wayne Clanton
Billy Wayne Clanton, 78 of Shelbyville died May 30, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 2nd, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Eddie Reed officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m.
He was a native of Shelbyville; a graduate of Bell Buckle High School; former employee of Rock City Construction; former Co-Owner of Clanton Paving; current Co-Owner of Clanton Pipe; a member of the Baptist Church and a member of Shelbyville Benevolent Lodge No. 122. He was a veteran of Duck River Speedway where he raced for many years.
His most important role was being a loving Dad, Grandfather, who was loved by all his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, C.J. Clanton Jr. and Frances Blackwell Clanton and the love of his life, Dorothy Arwood. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Elizabeth Clanton; brothers, Alvin Ray Clanton (Sue), Jerry Lee Clanton (Phyllis); a sister, Shirley Clanton Davis ("Bo"); two grandchildren, Amber and Whitney; five great grandchildren, Brooklyn, Tylen "Bubba", Grayson, Devin, Bella and a great great grandchild, Kinsleigh.
James Paul Fishback
James Paul Fishback was born January 14, 1949, in Shelbyville, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Mattie Mai Fishback and Robert Woodrow Fishback. He transitioned his life’s journey on May 22, 2024. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Robert Julius Fishback, a sister, Georgia Mai Fishback, and his wife, Leanna Elizabeth Fishback.
Paul attended Bedford County Training School, Harris High school, and Shelbyville Central High, where he would graduate with the Class of 1967. Paul played basketball in his high school years. His basketball skills would earn him trophies, all tournament awards, and a scholarship to Tennessee Technology School in Cookeville, Tennessee. He was also a Drum Major with the marching band at Harris High School. He played in an adult basketball league until the league ended. He also played competitive tennis. He was a very active individual. Paul was sometimes referred to as “Fish”.
Paul accepted Christ at an early age, where he obeyed the Gospel at East Cedar Church of Christ, now known as Bird Street Church of Christ.
Paul united in marriage with Leanna Elizabeth Buchanan in 1981, however, their relation spanned over 57 years. He would often tell people, “I love that woman”. He was also blessed with a Bonus son, Terrell Demanche’ Buchanan.
Over the years, Paul was employed with Eaton Corporation and Tyson Foods, from where he would retire.
Paul leaves to cherish his legacy and memory: a bonus son, Terrel (Tina) Buchanan; bonus grandchildren, Tristan Buchanan, Jayton Gray, Kassidy Buchanan, and Alexis Cleveland; two nephews, Aaron Williams and Chris Fishback; a devoted friend, Drexel Nelson. He leaves a host of relatives and friends who will miss him.
A Memorial Service will be 12 noon, Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Bird Street Church of Christ. Brother Anthony Booker will officiate. Mr. Fishback will be buried with his wife at Willow Mount Cemetery.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Jean Blanton Walls
Jean Blanton Walls, age 97 of Rover, TN, past from this life and went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
Jean was born on April 29, 1927 in Rover, TN to the late Sam B. and Ruth Elmore Blanton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Bill Walls; and her brothers, Sam, Jr. and James Blanton (twin brother).
She was a lifelong member of Rover Baptist Church. She loved going to church and did so until her health declined. She loved God and her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren with all her heart.
She is survived by two daughters, Melissa Cleek of Shelbyville, and Angela Thompson and husband Dwight of Bell Buckle; grandchildren, Zeke Cleek and wife Lauren, and Ben Thompson, along with four great grandchildren.
Per Jeans request, she is to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Doak Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Cleonne Rene Friedman
Cleonne Rene Friedman, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on April 30, 1936, in Brockton, MS, she was the cherished daughter of the late Elmer Marston Taber and Ann Louise (Benson) Taber. Her life was a testament to the power of faith, the joy of giving, and the strength of family bonds.
Cleonne's journey through life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family, friends, and community. She was a treasured mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Her sons Kent, Russell, Mark (Cindy), and Karl Friedman, as well as her daughters Donna (Vern) Tutty, and Karen (Billy) Reed, will forever hold her in their hearts. Cleonne's joy was multiplied by her adoring grandsons Russ Jr. Friedman, Joseph (Amber) Green, Tyler (Melinda) Green, Bronson (Izii) Friedman, and Noah (Rachel) Friedman, and her granddaughters Shannon Friedman, Abigail (Patrick) Johnston, Jennifer (Ross) Beavers, and Kasey (Will) Sliger. Her great-grandsons Samuel and Malachi Green, Gideon and Elliot Friedman, along with great-granddaughters Anna and Leia Johnston, Lydia Green, and Grace Anne Beavers, were the twinkles in her eye.
Cleonne was reunited in heaven with her parents and stepbrothers, Kent and Robert Taber, who preceded her in death. Her family takes comfort in knowing that she is now at peace.
Cleonne's life was one of active service and unwavering faith. She was a devoted member of Cedar Grove Church in Unionville, Tennessee, where she found great joy in teaching Sunday School and uplifting the spirits of all who crossed her path. Her commitment to her church family was evident in every action she took and every word she spoke.
Cleonne's interests were a reflection of her loving and generous spirit. She had a passion for giving gifts and making others feel special and important. She never forgot a birthday, whether it was a family member or someone from her church family. Her love for rescuing cats, collecting lighthouses, and teaching Sunday School were just a few of the ways she shared her warmth and kindness with the world.
The pallbearers honored to carry Cleonne to her final resting place include Mark Friedman, Karl Friedman, Billy Reed, Ross Beavers, Bronson Friedman, and Noah Friedman. Her great-grandsons Gideon Friedman and Elliot Friedman will serve as honorary pallbearers, a symbol of the future generations who will carry on her legacy of love and faith.
Cleonne's life can be summed up by the words of Mother Teresa, "Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love." This quote perfectly encapsulates the essence of Cleonne's being—her ability to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary through her love and generosity.
Services to honor and celebrate Cleonne's life will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2024. Visitation will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the service following at 1 p.m. in the chapel at Gowen-Smith Funeral Home. Pastor Danny Freeman will officiate the ceremony. The interment will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery in Shelbyville.
Cleonne Rene Friedman's memory will be cherished and kept alive by the countless lives she touched. Her spirit of giving, her faith-filled heart, and her boundless love will continue to inspire all who knew her. She will be deeply missed, but her light will never fade.
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Cedar Grove Church.
Mary Jean Jones Cates
Mary Jean Jones Cates age 83 of Wartrace, TN passed from this life Tuesday May 28, 2024, at her residence following an extended illness. Per Mary’s wishes she will be cremated, and no services are scheduled at this time.
Mary was born on May 16, 1941in Manchester, TN to the late Ruben Ernest Jones and Mary Emma Hailey Jones. Mary was of the Church of Christ faith and was a seamstress and homemaker for most of her adult life.
Survivors include children: Angie (Phil) Vincent of Wartrace, TN, Donnie Cates Jr. of Texas, and Shannon (Brooke) Cates of Wartrace, TN, Grandchildren: Cody Cates, James Cates, Emily Norris, Coy Cates, Mary Cates, Katie Schweitzer, Kassidee Cates, Adrianna Cates, Ryker Cates, Phillip Vincent, Jake Vincent, and 11 great grandchildren. Siblings: Dorothy Myers of Tullahoma, TN, and Jackie Jones of Indiana.
Along with her parents Mary was preceded in death by her husband Donnie Cates Sr, siblings: Helen Rhoton, Gladys Berry, Leroy Jones, John Jones, Wayne Jones, grandson: Jesse Lee Cates and great grandson River Scott Schweitzer along with many nieces and nephews.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Mark Christopher Graham
Mark Christopher Graham, age 61 of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life Friday, May 24, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
Mark was a native of Bedford County, born on February 6, 1963, to the late Richard & Katie Rambo “Kitty” Graham. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his nephew, Greg Graham.
Mark attended Shelbyville Central High School and would go on to become a talented machinist with a meticulous eye. He was a people person that never met a stranger, he always put others before himself but never shied away from speaking his mind. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and family trips to Tybee Island. He enjoyed fishing on the Duck River, having fun with family and friends, and all UT Vols sports.
Mark is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Regina Bailiff Graham; daughters, Shirley Merlo and husband Richard, and Veronica Adcock and husband Kris; grandchildren, Trisha Merlo, Kary Merlo, Justin Dunn, Mia Renner, Madison Adcock, and Kaleb Adcock; siblings, Bonnie Graham Rojas and husband Ed of Shelbyville, David Graham of Shelbyville, and Jeff Graham and wife Mary Jo of Murfreesboro; nephews, Richard Rojas, and Josh Graham; nieces, Ellen Osborne, and Mary Lee Ward; along with several great nieces and great nephews.
Celebration of Life services will be held 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 30, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Sorrell officiating.
Visitation will be held Thursday, prior to services beginning 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to New Destiny Dog Rescue @ www.newdestiny.org or by mail: 202 East Highland Ave
Shelbyville TN 37160
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Chad Michael Wallace Brown
Chad Michael Wallace Brown, age 49 of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Chad was born on November 26, 1974, in Bowling Green, KY to Janet Wallace Brown and the late Jim Brown.
He graduated class of 1992 from Calhoun High School in Georgia. By trade he was a brick mason and worked in masonry since the age of 19. He worked with a few different companies over the years before starting his own, Chad Brown Masonry, in which he ran for the past few years before his health declined. He was a member at Normandy Baptist Church and loved his church family. In his free time, he enjoyed riding his Heritage Softail Harley, cooking delicious meals, and playing his guitar. He was described by family as a quick-witted jokester that never wasted a funny moment. He loved his family very much and they will miss him very much.
Along with his mother Chad is survived by his children, Troy “TJ” Baker, Gage Brown, Savannah Brown and Regan Brown all of Manchester; grandchildren, Aurora Baker and Kainen Brown.
A private Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
James Donald “Jim” Hester
James Donald “Jim” Hester, age 82 of Shelbyville, TN passed from this life May 24th, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center with loved ones by his side.
A Shelbyville native, Jim was born April 21, 1942, to the late Joel H. Hester and Clarice Morton Lentz Hester.
Jim was a graduate of Community High School class of 1960. He served his country honorably in the Vietnam War having served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968. In 1961 He married the love of his life Mary Faye Burton and they spent 63 wonderful years together raising their daughter, Tina. They resided in California for 36 years before moving back to Shelbyville in 2002 to take care of his parents. He owned his own business (Aquarius Enterprises) for 25 years. Some of his favorite things he enjoyed doing was driving dune buggies at Gordon’s Well Sand Dunes, playing with his PTSD companion “Scout”, and was an avid lover of antique cars. He was a member of Eastside Church of Christ.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary Faye Burton Hester, their daughter Tina Renee Hester Gymer and husband Jonathan; grandchildren, Haylee Renee Gymer, Justin Doyle Gymer, and Heidee Renee Gymer.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Darryl Lewis and Mike Richardson officiating. Military honors and burial will follow at Pressgrove Cemetery in the Longview community.
Visitation with the family will be held Tuesday, May 28th, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Mr. Jimmy Alfred Burks
Mr. Jimmy Alfred Burks, age 73, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Funeral services will be Monday, May 27, 2024, at 1 PM at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Burial, with military honors, will be at Maplewood Cemetery in Tullahoma. Revend Jack Lambert will be officiating.
Visitation will be at 10 AM Monday until service time.
He was born July 7, 1950, in Bedford County, Tennessee to the late Lincoln and Hannah Cawthron Burks. He held membership at Homeland Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War where he obtained the rank of Sergeant. He worked for many years for Builders Supply in Tullahoma.
He was preceded in death by his parents, also preceding him in death were sisters; Ruby (Don) Gilliland, Judy (Jackie) McGee, and Lena Gibbs.
He is survived by his wife of many years, Faye Bennett Burks, a son, Addam (Carrie) Burks, a daughter, Shena (Leo) Pink, sister, Jeanette (Ronnie) Noggle, and brother in law, Bobby Gibbs. Grandchildren Austin (Nikkie) Reed, Megan Reed, and Kayla (Cody) Burns; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and step-children.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Rita Kaye Cantrell
Rita Kaye Cantrell, age 63, of Unionville, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Williamson Medical Center after an extended illness.
Rita was born on November 17, 1960, in Coffee County, TN to Lorene Dotson Rector and the late John Mooneyham. She had worked in various fields throughout her career but was mainly a homemaker. She enjoyed baking, flower gardening, spending time with family and friends, and loved spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchild.
Including her mother she is survived by; husband, Jeff Cantrell of Unionville; children, Josh Cagle of Shelbyville, Cassandra Cagle of Unionville, Dustin Cantrell (Brittany Finch) of Unionville, and Houston (Brittany) Cantrell of Chapel Hill; step-father, Ronald Rector of Murfreesboro; sister, Sandra Bridges of MS; brother, David Bridges of AL; grandchildren, Nic, David, Logan, Thaddeus, Aiden, Slaiden, Kinley, Alivia, Taylor, Abel, and Brady; great grandchild, Marigold; along with several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 26,2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with T.J. Burton officiating. Burial will follow at Crowell’s Chapel Cemetery in the Halls Mill Community.
Visitation will be held Sunday, prior to funeral services beginning 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital @ www.stjude.org.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Virgil Hal Smith
Virgil Hal Smith, 88 of Shelbyville passed away May 23, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Patricia David Smith July 20, 2000. He is survived by a son, David Hal Smith of Wartrace, a daughter, Anita Smith Heck and her husband Brad Heck of Murfreesboro; two grandchildren, Emma Grace Heck and Ethan Bradford Heck and a sister, Maxine Smith Odle of Wartrace.
He was born July 2, 1935 in Madison, TN. to the late William Parks and Oween Hix Smith. He was a 1952 graduate of Shelbyville Central High School; a 1956 graduate of Middle Tennessee State College in Murfreesboro and a 1980 graduate of Florida Institute Of Technology in Melbourne, FL.
He was ordained Deacon of Duck River Baptist Association while a member of Trinity Baptist Church, Manchester, Tn.; a current member of First Baptist Church Shelbyville. He was a retired Contracts and Acquisition Manager from Teledyne Brown Engineering, Huntsville, AL.
Visitation will be held Saturday, June 1st from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home with Graveside Services to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Rev. Jeff Rasnick officiating.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Benevolance Fund, 304 East Depot Street, Shelbyville, TN. 37160.
Doris Lowery
Doris Lowery, age 80 of Tullahoma, TN, passed from this life Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Life Care Center of Tullahoma after an extended illness.
Jo was born on November 11, 1943, in Bedford County, TN to the late Jerald and Mary Lou Patterson Lowery. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by: son, Joseph Sisk; and sister, Shirley Ann Lowery.
Survivors include: brother, Dwight Lowery of Augusta, GA; sister, DeDe McAnally of Shelbyville, TN; grandson, Sebastian Sisk; also several nieces and nephews.
Per Jo's request, she chose cremation and no public services held.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Danny Carlton Waggoner
Danny Carlton Waggoner departed this life on May 17, 2024, after a long illness. He was born to the late Jesse and Grace Hines Waggoner in Shelbyville on October 12, 1945. He was preceded in death by brothers, Lajeune Waggoner, Norman Waggoner; and sisters, Faye Cooper, and Jamie Stovall.
He is survived by daughters, Elaine Flippo, and Mattie Gibson; sons, Donald and Danny (Nicole) Waggoner; grandchildren, Rylee, Karley, Lucas and Levi Waggoner, McKayla, Dallas, Devon, Jacob and Jessa Gibson, great grandchildren, John, Waylon, Blake-leigh Lynn and Isabella, brother, Phillip Waggoner; and sister, Theresa Coltrane.
Danny suffered permanent brain injury from an early childhood illness. Nevertheless, he attended Shelbyville Mills School where he excelled in basketball. He worked in several jobs during his adulthood until his retirement.
Graveside services will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Fayetteville, TN on Wednesday, May 22,2024 at 11:00 a.m. with Phillip Waggoner presiding.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Bettie Jane Cartwright
Bettie Jane Cartwright, 84 of Cottontown, TN. passed away May 19, 2024 surrounded by the loving comfort of her family and the compassionate care of Hospice.
Graveside Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 23rd, at Triune Methodist Church Cemetery Jeff Collet officiating.
Bettie was born September 12, 1939 to L.C. "Claude" and Robbie Elmore Brown. She was preceded in death by her sons, Brian Brown and Ricky Clements; brothers, James C., Eldridge, Ernest, Robert Brown and a sister, Mary Margaret Brown Conway Watkins.
She is survived by a granddaughter, Crystal Brown and loving and devoted nieces, Brenda Brown, Dorothy "Dot" Parker, Barbara Brown and several great nieces and nephews. She was a graduate of David Lipscomb and retired from Walmart Optical Center after years of dedicated service. She had a passion for the outdoors, working in her yard and flower garden and was an avid reader.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Mrs. Linda Vincion Lynch
Mrs. Linda Vincion Lynch, age 79, of the Rover Community of Unionville, TN passed away May 19, 2024. She was born in Rutherford County and was a daughter of the late Robert Gordon Vincion and Annie Ruth Hendrix Vincion. Mrs. Linda was a homemaker and a member of Unionville Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Community High School Class of 1962. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Jason Lynch, a grandson, Cody Clark Lynch, sisters, Lilly Penn, Esther Hall, Wilma Myrick, Margaret Vincion, and a brother, Robert Vincion.
Mrs. Linda enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. She had a passion for gardening and raising flowers. She loved the Lord and reading her Bible. She truly liked to go to yard sales and watching soap operas. Most of all, she loved her family, especially her grandchildren and spending time with them!
Mrs. Lynch is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Cooper Lynch of Unionville, TN; children, Gail Lynch Wright of Wartrace, TN, Stephen (Joann) Lynch of Unionville, TN, Buddy (Lisa) Lynch of Unionville, TN; 10 grandchildren, Sheena (Ben) Landreth, Jenny (Scottie) Cantrell, Kaycee (Nick) Martin, Sherry Lynch, Steven (Rene) Wright, Timothy Lynch, Cody Wright, Haley Stewart, Chad Lynch, Jadon Lynch; 9 great grandchildren, Josh, Austin, & Tatum Cantrell, Landon & Sofia Martin, Oliver Wright, Zoee, Jaycee, & Azalee Stewart; 2 sisters, Alene (Jim) Deal of Unionville, TN, Rebecca (Tim) Collins of Unionville, TN; sister-in-law, Geneva Lynch of College Grove, TN; numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation with the family will be on Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 12 PM until 3 PM at Lawrence Funeral Home. The graveside service will be conducted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM at Cothran Cemetery in the Rover Community with Bro. Mike Hannah officiating. Interment will follow at Cothran Cemetery after the service.
Steven Wright, Cody Wright, Timothy Lynch, Jadon Lynch, Scottie Cantrell, Nick Martin, and Austin Cantrell will serve as pallbearers.
Lawrence Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Chapel Hill, TN is in charge of the arrangements.
Knox Pitts III
Knox Pitts III, of Nashville, formerly of Shelbyville, Tennessee, Bethesda, Maryland and Boca Raton, Florida, died 05/17/2024 in Nashville in his sleep.
He was born in Shelbyville on February 26, 1946. the son of Rufus Knox Pitts Jr and Mildred Streeter Steele Pitts of Shelbyville who predeceased him. He was predeceased by his lifetime partner, Walter L. Higgins, who was born the same day and knew Knox his entire life. Knox was a graduate of Shelbyville Central High, Vanderbilt BA History 1968, and Columbia University Law School JD 1974. He was a member of the District of Columbia Bar. Knox’s father was active in many campaigns and was Chairman of the Bedford County Democratic Party for 20 years. In Washington, Knox worked for the Democratic National Committee as Associate Director for the 1973-74 Campaign Committee.
Knox also served in 1975 as Assistant to the Campaign Director, Scheduler and New York Coordinator for the Carter Presidential Campaign. In 1976 he served as Political Director for Jim Sasser’s winning campaign for the US Senate and worked in his Washington office in 1977. He was active in many other campaigns, especially Jim Cooper's successful run for Congress in 1982. Knox attended every Democratic National Convention from 1956 to 2016.
In 1978, Knox returned to Shelbyville to run the family business, Knox Pitts Hardware. His father and mother had founded the business in 1946. Knox was joined by his brother, John, and they ran the store until closing in 1998. Walter joined the store after graduating from college in 1972. Like his parents and Walter, Knox was active in many civic affairs. He was Chairman of the Board of Bedford County Heritage Association, and on the Boards of the Argie Cooper Library, The Highland Rim Regional Library and the Shelbyville-Bedford County Chamber of Commerce.
Knox and Walter moved to Bethesda, Maryland in 2000 and sold designer plumbing and decorative hardware and retired in 2009 moving to Boca Raton, Florida.
Knox is survived by his brother John Steele Pitts (and his partner Joy Hunter) of Nashville. Nephews Jack Steele Pitts and wife Sydney Rhea Lilly Pitts of Oxford Mississippi and Ted Spencer Pitts of Memphis Tennessee and Great nephews Quinten Steele Pitts and Braxton Lynn Butler.
Services are still to be determined, memorial gifts may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Shelbyville, Tennessee or to a political cause of which Knox would approve.
Mary Ruth Verge
Mary Ruth Verge, age 85, passed away peacefully May 10, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of her family, Gentiva Hospice, and the dedicated and caring staff of Community Care of Rutherford County.
Funeral services will be 12 noon Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Brother Willie D. Young, Jr. will be eulogist, with burial to follow in Erwin Stokes Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors 11 AM until service time Saturday at the funeral home.
She was the third of thirteen children, born August 15, 1938, in Bedford County, to the late Willie D. and Anne D. Young.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Lula D. Hix, Buford Young, Johnny Young, Thomas Young, Hattie Pearl Young, and Paul Young.
Survivors include her daughters, Vivian (Anthony) Baldwin, Cassandra (Vince) Baker, Dana (Kevin) Howse; sons, Larry (Connie) Verge, Lynn (Katie) Verge, and Joseph (Veronica) Verge; twelve grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and four step grandchildren; sisters, Virginia (ST) Rucker, Shirley (Steve) Fowler, Pamela (Bill) Bailey, Martha Young, Betty (Charles) Kilcrease, Brother Willie (Linda) Young, Sr., and sister in law, Inez Young; a host of relatives and friends.
The family wishes to extend thanks to Creekside Assisted Living, and Community Care of Rutherford County, for the very wonderful care she received. A special “Thank You” to MS Wilda, who was her sitter and caregiver.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Mrs. Mary Esther Lamb
Mrs. Mary Esther Lamb, age 84, of the Rover Community in Bedford County, TN passed away May 14, 2024 in Nashville, TN. She was born in Bedford County and was a daughter of the late Ernest Ralph McClaran and Rubye Ollene Drennon McClaran. Mrs. Mary Esther was retired from the State of TN as a secretary and a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hollis Doyle Lamb, Sr., a son, Michael Lamb, a grandson, Hunter Dunaway, a brother, Leon McClaran, and a sister, Sherry Read Hobbs.
Mrs. Lamb enjoyed playing the piano and the organ. She had a passion for gardening and flowers. She loved sewing and crafting. She truly like to go to yard sales and cooking for everyone. Most of all, she loved her family and spending time with them!
Mrs. Lamb is survived by her children, Hollis (Judy) Lamb, Jr. of the Rover Community, Stacie (Byron) Paschal of the Hall’s Mill Community, Rebecca (Jimmy) Teague of the Rover Community; 8 grandchildren, Ryan Lamb, Krystal Lamb Mullins, Eric Lamb, Loren Lamb Hilton, Lance Paschal, Taylor Paschal, Blaine Paschal, Autumn Teague; 8 great grandchildren, Jacob Mullins, Zachary Mullins, Olivia Mullins, Levi Mullins, Bailey Merlo, Lincoln Hilton, Theodore Hilton, Hudson Hilton; sisters, Kay Smith of Unionville, TN, Cynthia Sudberry of Shelbyville, TN; brother, Marion (Sharon) McClaran of Shelbyville, TN.
Visitation with the family will be on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 4 PM until 8 PM at Lawrence Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11 AM in the Chapel of Lawrence Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Maxwell officiating. Interment will follow at Cothran Cemetery in the Rover Community in Bedford County, TN.
Ryan Lamb, Eric Lamb, Lance Paschal, Taylor Paschal, Blaine Paschal, and Byron Paschal will serve as pallbearers.
Lawrence Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Chapel Hill, TN is in charge of the arrangements.
James Cleveland Phelps
James Cleveland Phelps, aged 80, of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life on May 11, 2024, after an extended illness at Vanderbilt Harton Hospital.
A native of Moore County, TN, James was born on December 29, 1943, to the late Louis James Phelps & Ruthie Louise Warren Phelps Bridges.
Mr. Phelps was owner and operator of Champion Auto Electric for 30+ years. He enjoyed reading his bible daily and going fishing.
He is survived by his two children, James Lewis (Pam) Phelps of Shelbyville, and Renee (Richie West) Lamb of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Travis, Courtney, Matt, Drew, Autumn, Joshua, Jonathan, Ashlee, Logan, and Fallon; great grandchildren, Jayden, Mady, Macy, Paige, and Paisley; and brothers, Thomas Phelps, Daniel Phelps, and David Bridges, along with several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 16th, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Keith Warren officiating.
Visitation with the family will be held Thursday, prior to memorial service beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital @ www.stjude.org.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Carolyn Elaine Walker
Carolyn Elaine Walker, age 65, of Shelbyville, passed into a heavenly life on May 11, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was dedicated to her family. She was a very hard worker and proudly serve the community for 40+ years. She will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by: parents, the late James Ray and Thelma Siebers; three brothers, David Ray, Roger Ray, and Samuel Ray; two sisters, Mary Joyce Gregory and Deborah Ray; and one niece, Jamie Ray Casteel.
Carolyn is survived by: children, Beth Sullins and husband Robert of Kelso, William Sweeney and wife Christy of Shelbyville and Joe Walker of Shelbyville; 10 grandchildren, Michael Holston and wife Samantha, Philip Holston and wife Gracey, Colton Sweeney and wife Faith, Logan Sweeney, Emily Sweeney, Kaden Walker, Nathan Walker, Lexi Hunter, Charlie Walker, Kinsley Williams; and eight great grandchildren; brother, Ricky Ray and wife Judy; along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Brother Randall Harmon officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be held Wednesday prior to funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society @ www.cancer.org.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Bobby N. King
Bobby N. King, 79 of Shelbyville died May 12, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday, May 18th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Bishop Steve Simmons officiating. Burial will follow at Jones-Haynes Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 A.M.
He was born March 6, 1945 in Newbern, TN.; former truck driver and school bus driver for Bedford County School System; a Veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Bobby was an avid gun collector. He loved cars and car racing and enjoyed his time as a truck driver traveling around the country. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Lambert King and Mallie Lou Bridges King; his wife, Margaret Faye Jones King and a grandson, Kenny King.
Bobby is survived by his son, Shayne King; a daughter, Kimberly (Phillip) Wenger; step-children, Pam (Seth) McDonald, John Mark Phillips; grandson, Devon King; brother, Steve (Laurie) King; nephew, Mike King and several step grandchildren.
James Travis Cook
James Travis Cook, 84 of Shelbyville died May 8, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 12:00 p.m. Saturday, May 11th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Carrol Crosslin officiating. Burial with Military Rites will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M.
He was born December 13, 1939 in Shelbyville; former employee of Nissan Smyrna; a member of The Sons of the Confederate for over 30 years; a
Veteran of the U.S. Navy and a Veteran of the Tennessee Army National Guard.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Travis and Dorothy Cook; a son, Danny James Cook; two sisters, Sara Katherine Thomas and Janice Louise Barkley. James is survived by his wife of 60 years, Linda Louise Reed Cook; a daughter, Debra Cook Reed; granddaughter, Jordan Danielle Reed; a sister, Dorothy Cook Womble and a brother, William Roger Cook.
Patti Lynn Sudberry Moore
Patti Lynn Sudberry Moore, age 60, of Shelbyville, TN passed from this life Monday, May 6th, 2024.
Patti was a native of Shelbyville, TN born August 18, 1963, to the late Rufus and Martha Harris Sudberry. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Ricky Sudberry, and Ronnie Sudberry; and grandsons, Christopher Shane, and Malachi Sparrow.
Patti was born and raised in Bedford County, where she was a graduate of SCHS class of 1982. She mainly worked for local convenient stores; most everyone would remember her working at the Yellow Store. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She always enjoyed cooking for and taking care of her family. Planting flowers, fishing and spending time with family and friends were amongst her favorite leaser activities.
She is survived by children, Tamra (William Curry) Whitley, Amanda Farrar, James Farrar, Jr., Michael Farrar, Christina Tucker, and Sandra Taylor all of Shelbyville; sister, Deanna Sudberry of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Alyvia, Lilie, Alyssa, Aiden, Tatum, Tiffani, Alexis, Blue Jay, Taylor, Brooke Anne, Chloe, Logan, Harley, M.K., great grandchildren, Luna, Stone, Serenity, Joyner, Ky’ron, Briella, and Kingsley; nephews, Anthony, Michael, Ronnie Joe, Brandon, and Tyler; nieces, Crystal, Brandy, and Madison; great nieces and great nephews, Keirra, Douglas “Bubba”, Kingston, and Nolan; along with many other great nephews and great nieces. Also her best friend, her dog Roxy.
Funeral services for will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 11, 2024, in the chapel of Doak Howell Funeral Home with Tony Harris officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be held 4-7p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024, at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the Bedford Cancer Foundation.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Albert K Leverette
Mr. Albert K Leverette, Jr., age 93, of Chapel Hill, TN, died Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Born in Bedford Co., Mr. Leverette was a son of the late Albert K Leverette, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Carlton Leverette. He was a life-long farmer whose past-time was gardening and doing all sorts of work. Mr. Leverette was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served during the Korean War where he received the Korean Service Medal with 4 stars. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his 2nd wife, Margie Lou Dryden; 4 brothers, Paul, Wayne, Virgil and R.C. Leverette; 2 sisters, Alta Leverette and Dolly Leverette Johnson; a granddaughter, Paula Leverette; a grandson, Jeremy Leverette.
Survived by his 1st wife, Mary Anna Haynes Leverette of Chapel Hill, TN; 2 daughters, Teresa (Mogtaba) Jian-Najar of Sterling, VA and Marilyn Taylor of Chapel Hill, TN; 5 sons, Paul Eugene (Judy) Leverette of Unionville, TN, Steven Leverette of Chapel Hill, TN, Donny Ray (Vicky) Leverette of Christiana, TN, Neal (Elisa) Leverette of Shelbyville, TN and Anthony Albert (Kristianna) Leverette of Shelbyville, TN; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 4pm – 8pm at Lawrence Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be at 1pm, Friday, May 10, 2024 from the chapel of Lawrence Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Cothran Cemetery in Bedford Co.
Lawrence Funeral Home, 203 S. Horton Pkwy, Chapel Hill, TN in charge of arrangements. www.LawrenceFuneral.net.
Yvonne Lee Etheridge
Yvonne Lee Etheridge, aged 76, of Shelbyville TN, passed from this life on May 4th, 2024, with family by her side at Kindred Hospital of Chattanooga, TN after an extended illness.
A Tennessee native Yvonne was born on April 20, 1948, to the late Arthur Lafayette Ferguson and Virginia Ruth Brassell Ferguson. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Edward Etheridge; brother, Richard Wayne Seely; sister, Margaret Ruth Ferguson; and step-father, George Robert Seely.
She is survived by her children, Harvey J. (Annita McCaig) Lindsey of Antioch, and Michelle (Jamie) Stewart of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Chris (Rachel) Lindsey, and Blake Stewart; great grandson, James Harvey Lindsey; Also “Miss Jada” Hunter girlfriend of the grandson who became very close to Yvonne “Nana”.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Willow Mt. Cemetery at a later date.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Vicki Cortner Sweeney
Graveside services for Vicki Cortner Sweeney, age 69 of Murfreesboro TN will be held 1 PM Friday May 10, 2024 at Willow Mount Cemetery with Bro. Jimmy West officiating. Vicki passed from this life Monday May 6, 2024 at Community Care of Rutherford County following an extended illness.
Mrs. Sweeney was born on May 4, 1955 in San Diego, California to the late Harold and Inez Cortner. Vickie was a secretary in the auto industry for many years. She was a loving mother and will be deeply missed. Along with her parents Vicki was preceded in death by siblings: Terry Cortner and Julie Sons.
Survivors include her daughter: Tiffany Agent, her fiancée: Bill Zager of Christiana, TN, nieces: Jennifer, Erin, and Valory, cousins: Marlene (Mike) Fuller, and Glen (Vonnie) Prince.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children's Research Hospital (501 ST Jude PL Memphis, TN 38105-9959)
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Mattie Marie Trott Howard
Mrs. Mattie Marie Trott Howard, age 93, of Bell Buckle, passed away May 5, 2024, at her home, under the loving care and comfort of her family and Hospice Compassus.
Funeral services will be 4 PM Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Lisa Cook will officiate, with burial to follow in Cothran Cemetery.
The family receive visitors 2-4 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
She was born March 15, 1931, in Bedford County, to the late Teddy and Cassie Jo Douglas Trott. She retired from General Electric as a quality control technician. She loved to travel, traveled to Country Music Festivals around the country, and traveling with her husband. She was a faithful member of Greenhill Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Neal Howard, in 2005, and a brother and sister-in-law, Willard and Dorothy Trott.
Survivors include a niece, Linda (Jimmy) Tharp; great nieces, Sheila (Mike) Edmondson, Sherry (Travis) Wilson, Sharon (Steve) Amos, and Shanda Hargrove; great great nieces and nephews, Hunter (Kendall Hensel) Tharp, Colton Hargrove, Alyssa Amos, Paige Amos, Lauren Amos, Christian (Jenny) Edmondson, Haley (JJ) Webster, Sarah Brooke (Hunter Schmiede) Edmondson, Hayden Edmondson; great great great nieces and nephew, Landry Edmondson, McKenna Webster, and Sadie Rose Tharp, with whom she had a special bond.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
David Isaiah Westbrook
Funeral services for David Isaiah Westbrook, age 24, of Wartrace, TN will be held 12:00 p.m. Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Legacy Church (2011 S. Cannon Blvd. Shelbyville, TN 37160) with Pastor Caleb McCall officiating. Burial will follow at Hollywood Cemetery in Wartrace, TN. Isaiah passed from this life Sunday, May 5, 2024.
Visitation will be held prior to service time beginning at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, at the church.
Isaiah is survived by his Dad and Mama, Ricky and Rhonda Westbrook along with his mother, Nikia Shaunte Truss; siblings, Stephanie (Michael) Dennison of AL, Scott Gibson of Wartrace, Courtney (Fred) Morgan of Wartrace, Brittany (Tyler) Posey of AZ, Katherine Westbrook of Wartrace, Gabriel Westbrook of Manchester, JohnMark Westbrook of Wartrace, Matthew and Jeremiah Westbrook of Wartrace, Kerry Bower of AL, and Gary Bower of AL.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Susan Ashley Gibson.
He graduated class of 2017 from Gateway Christian School and worked with EST Tree Service for the past few years.
Isaiah had kind heart with an infectious smile that his family and friends will always remember.
Memorial donations can be made to the Be the Bush Recovery Ministry or Miriam House.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Laura Faye Robinson
Laura Faye Robinson, age 69, of Shelbyville, passed away May 3, 2024.
A Celebration of Life will be held 2 PM Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Jack Lambert will officiate.
The family will receive visitors 2-4 PM, Tuesday at the funeral home.
She was born February 5, 1955, in Murfreesboro, to the late Acey Quinton Gowings and Mary Katherine Burnett Warrick. She was a fan of Alabama football and enjoyed watching game shows.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Bonnie Gail and Betty Layhew.
Survivors include her children, Juanita Randolph and Katherine “Katie” (Daniel) Lynch; siblings, Judy Maxwell, Sue Warrick, Joyann Kist, and Roger Gowlings; grandchildren, Tyler Cawthron, Haley Lynch, and Noah Lynch.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Marilyn Maxine Baker
Marilyn Maxine Baker, aged 71 years, of Shelbyville TN, passed from this life on April 30, 2024, at Vanderbilt-Bedford Hospital.
A native of Bedford County, Marilyn was born on November 15, 1952 to the late Max and Mary Elizabeth Adcock Cunningham. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary “Lindy” Melinda Farrar; and sister, Linda Huffaker.
She is survived by her son, David Lee Baker, Jr of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Eldie Lee Farrar, Jr., and Jenna Lynn Farrar; 3 great grandchildren; and sisters, Donna Edens, and Shirley Carroll both of FL.
The family chose cremation and no public services will be held.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Briana Shea Paige Robb
A Celebration of Life Service for Briana Shea Paige Robb, age 31, of Bell Buckle, TN will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Rasnick officiating.
Visitation will be held prior to service time beginning at 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Born July 26, 1992, in Bristol, TN, Briana was the daughter of Kevin & Luawana Epperson Robb. She was a graduate of SCHS class of 2010 and worked with her family for 8 years at Southern Glow. She was described by her family as a Free Spirt and a very artistic individual. She loved to express herself through drawing, painting, and crafts. She enjoyed the outdoors and UT Vols. In her younger years she enjoyed playing softball and participating in beauty pageants.
Including her parents Briana is survived by: children, Ayden Robb, Ambrielle Robb and Eli Yates; fiancé, Jonathon Yates of Bell Buckle; sisters, Latasha Robb of Shelbyville, and Erika Robb and fiancé Simon Clarke of Nashville; grandparents, Linda Stroud of Springhill, and Ronald Robb and wife Leigh of SC; step-grandmother, Peggy Epperson of Bristol; nephew, Brock Robb; niece, Alissa Robb; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by: grandparents, Ralph Stoud, Jimmy Epperson, and Marie Hamilton Epperson; and uncles, David Eric Robb and Jimmy Epperson, Jr.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice in Briana’s name.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Monica Lee Harrell
Monica Lee Harrell, age 69, of Winona, died Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Gunderson Health System in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
She was born February 4, 1955, in Shelbyville, TN, to the daughter of June and Eunice (Partee) Harrell. When she was 14 years old, she lost both her parents in a house fire. She moved in with her grandmother, who died a year later. She then went to live with her aunt and uncle Martha and Howard Gartzke in Blue Earth, MN.
She started her career in health care from a young age with a job as a nursing assistant while she was in high school. She graduated from Blue Earth High School. She continued her education at Winona State, where she earned her Master’s degree in Social Work. After college, she settled in Winona, MN. She worked as a social worker at Watkins Home, Winona Health, Lewiston Villa, St. Anne’s, and St. Croix Hospice. She was a member of AAUW, where she served as the secretary.
Monica loved music, and singing in Sweet Adeline, Winona Community Choir, and the Wesley United Methodist Church Choir, until the very end of her life. She loved the music of John Phillips, claiming the title of Number One Fan. She also attended many concerts, including Andrea Bocelli, Yanni, Doobie Brothers, Beach Boys, Journey, Foreigner, and Jefferson Starship, to name a few.
She traveled extensively throughout Europe with her aunt Martha. She loved going to car shows in Minnesota and Wisconsin with her partner, David. She was an avid reader, and loved cats. She was an excellent cook, and took part in the gourmet cooking club. She was an outgoing woman, and enjoyed the company of others. She will be missed dearly by all of her good friends.
She is survived by her partner, David Endres, of Fountain City, WI; cousins: Carlos Gartzke, of Germany, Brad Gartzke, of Blue Eart, MN, Bill Bowen, of Hanover, PA, Walter Bowen, of La Vergne, TN, Dixee Partee and Polly Holbrook, of Portland, OR; and numerous other cousins and relatives.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.
A Graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 1 PM in Bell Buckle, TN, where Monica will be buried with her parents in Hazel Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to Wesley United Methodist Church at 114 W. Broadway St., Winona, MN 55987, Ofc. 507-452-6783 or email: office@winonawesley.ofg
James William Marr
James William Marr, 82 of Shelbyville died April 30, 2024. Graveside Services will be held 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 3rd, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Mark Pierce officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home prior to service.
He was born September 15, 1941 in Moore County, TN.; a Graduate of Moore County High School - Class of '59; a retired employee of Jostens where he worked for 46+ years; and a member of the Church of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Fred Marr and Gerta Wiser Marr; a brother, Herman Lee Marr and a sister, Carolyn Jane Delffs. James is survived by his wife of 59 years, Elizabeth Scott Faulkner Marr; his daughter, Tammy Leigh Marr Tucker (Christopher Norman); sisters, Brenda Warren (Charles), Judy Sanders (Charles), Sherry Nowlin and Cathy Prater; three grandchildren, Christopher James Tucker (Ashlee), Jeremy Charles Tucker, Elizabeth Carol Tucker and four great grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to the Bedford Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 1523, Shelbyville, TN. 37162.
Woody Dean Powell
Woody Dean Powell of Jackson, Tennessee died April 28, 2024. Graveside Services will be held 12:00 p.m. Friday, May 3rd, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Shawn Bain officiating. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home prior to service.
She was born September 20, 1944 in Shelbyville, TN. She was raised in the Wheel Community and started her life in Christ at Bedford County Church of Christ. She later married the love of her life, Wendell "Rabbit" M. Powell and was a minister's wife for 48 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell M. Powell; her parents, Arthur M. and Bertha M. Atnip Adcock; several aunts, uncles and cousins. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Christopher M. (Andrea D.) Powell, Timothy S. (Shanah K.) Powell and Beverly D. (R.Dale) Evans.
Felipe Iracheta
Mr. Felipe Iracheta, age 57, of Lewisburg, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024, at his home, under the loving care and comfort of his family and Hospice Compassus.
Funeral services will be 3 PM Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Lewisburg, with burial to follow in Sunset Park in Lewisburg.
The family will receive visitors 4-8 PM Friday, May 3, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
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Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Judy C. Smith
Judy C. Smith, 78 of Shelbyville died April 27, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2nd, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Jimmy Gray officiating. Visitation will begin at 3:00 p.m.
She was born February 1, 1946 in Wartrace; a retired Pharmacist Tech for Renegar's Drugs and Walgreens Pharmacy and a member of Wartrace Baptist Church. Judy was the daughter of the late James R. "Buck" Cunningham and Ailene Driver Bush.
She is survived by her children, Tony Ray Smith Jr. (Kendra), Angela Conner of Shelbyville, Annette Carroll of Chapel Hill; a brother, Lee Roy Cunningham (Elizabeth) of Shelbyville; five grandchildren, Dustin Carroll, Daniel Conner, Dillon Conner, Shae Lowe, Carson Smith and five great grandchildren.
The family would like to express their thanks to the staff of NHC Oakwood-Lewisburg and Aveanna Hospice for the care they gave Judy.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude's.
David Eric Thomas
David Eric Thomas aged 50 years, of Shelbyville Tennessee, passed from this life on April 11, 2024.
A native of Cooperstown, New York, David was born on March 25, 1974, to the late Harold Gill and Ruth Gage Thomas.
David graduated from Nantucket high school, Nantucket, Massachusetts with the class of 1993.
He is survived by his children, Kaiya Gabrielle Thomas, and Garion Elijah Thomas, both of Shelbyville, Tennessee; step-son, Salem Dakota Haynes of North Carolina; and the mother of his children, Michelle Courtney Thomas. Also by his sister, Suzanne Wheeler of Massachusetts; and brothers, Michael Thomas of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and Bradley Thomas Munich, Germany.
David was a beautiful sensitive soul, generous and loyal to his friends and family. A lover of nature, photography, and writing poetry as well as many other interests. His two favorite things were his children, Kaiya and Garion.
Please join us for celebrating his life on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at Doak-Howell Funeral Home in Shelbyville, Tennessee from 1p.m. to 3p.m.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Martha Elizabeth Parker
Mrs. Martha Elizabeth Parker, age 81, of Shelbyville, passed away April 25, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of her family, Hospice Compassus, and the dedicated and caring staff of The waters of Shelbyville.
Funeral services will be 3 PM Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. William Lynch will officiate, with burial to follow in Willow Mount Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors 11 AM until service time Sunday at the funeral home.
She was born September 20, 1942, in Bedford County, to the late Charlie Glenn and Irene Sutton Smotherman. She had perfect attendance from the first grade through high school, graduating from Shelbyville Central High School in 1960. She was a member of the Red Hats Society, and the Hudson Car Club. She retired from Calsonic of North America. A faithful member of El Bethel Baptist Church, she “always kept her faith in Jesus”.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher Blanton, and a great grandchild, Aidan Haynes.
Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Donald Eugene Parker; daughters, Joyce (Eddie) Sanders, of Bell Buckle, and Vicki (Ricky) Blanton, of Tullahoma; grandchildren, Lorie Gilliam, Tiffany Owens, William Lynch, Brooke Smith, and Patrick Blanton; great grandchildren, Hannah Gilliam, Mallory Gilliam, Valerie Rutledge, Richard Owens, Rocky Lynch, Alice Lynch, William Lynch, Jr, Faith Lynch, Dylan Hendon, Blake Haynes, and Aubriella Smith, great great grandchildren, Macie Henderson and Bryson Henderson.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Patsy Ann Floyd Franklin
Mrs. Patsy Ann Floyd Franklin, age 70, of Shelbyville, passed away April 25, 2024, under the loving care and comfort of her family, Hospice Compassus, and the dedicated and professional staff at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.
Funeral services will be 2 PM Monday, April 29, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Jeff Rasnick will officiate, with burial to follow in Willow Mount Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors 11AM until service time Monday at the funeral home.
She was born May 15, 1953, in Manchester, to the late Wiley Marion Floyd and Eula Mae Anderson Floyd. She was retired from National Pen and enjoyed going to Goodwill to shop. She loved summertime and being outdoors. One of her favorite pastimes was spending time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Kenneth Floyd, Jane Lamb, Vera Hoover, Wiley Owen Floyd, McKinley Floyd, Etta Mae Cook, and Martha Floyd.
Survivors include a daughter, Wendy Parker and a son, Robby Cook; grandchildren, Lindsey Parker, Matthew Cook, and Cassie Jo Cook; great grandchildren, Braylon Cook, Eadric Patton, Mason Cook, Bentley Cook, Weston Cook, Pate Cook, Mercy Cook, Stormi Cook, and Harper Swae; brothers and sisters, Danny (Rhonda) Floyd, Ricky (Charlotte) Floyd, and Annette Warren.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Ernest Lanier Campbell
Ernest Lanier Campbell, age 74, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
A Celebration of Life service will be 5 PM Friday, April 26, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
The family will receive visitors 4 PM until service time Friday at the funeral home.
Ernest Lanier Campbell was born in Bedford County on June 11, 1949, to Joe and Ida Campbell.
He graduated from Central High School in Shelbyville, Tennessee, in 1970. He went to work at American Can Company and retired from Stanley Tool.
He worked with horses for a while, and last worked with his brothers, Paul and Ronnie Campbell.
Ernest loved fast cars, horses, Kung-fu movies, and most of all western movies.
Above all else, he loved his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Joe and Ida Campbell; brothers, Joe Marshall Campbell, Ray Charles Campbell, and Tony Campbell; a nephew, Derrick Rankins.
Survivors include his wife, Linda Campbell; daughter, Nancy (Charles) Anderson; a son, Tory (Jeannie) Campbell; grandchildren, Kanesha, Jailain, Jamya, and Kayla Anderson; sister-in-law, Betty Sue Campbell; brothers, Lafayette (Diana) Campbell, Ronnie Campbell, and Paul Campbell; sisters, Carolyn Snelling and Beverly Campbell; an aunt, Earlene Sutton; a host of nieces and nephews.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Richard Paul Henderson
Funeral services for Richard Paul Henderson, age 69 of Unionville, will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Susan Springer officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Mr. Henderson passed from this life Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Visitation will be held 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the funeral home.
Richard Paul Henderson was born April 26, 1954, in Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone to the late Richard and Carol Henderson.
Mr. Henderson was a member of the Crowell’s Chapel Lutheran Church. He served his country in the United States Air Force for 11 years at the rank of Captain. He worked at ITT Industries for 20 years in research and development building missiles.. Richard liked to read, enjoyed learning new things, building projects, and working with his hands. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife.
Survivors include his loving wife Jennifer Crowell Henderson of 35 years; brother, John Henderson; brother-in-law, David Crowell; nieces, Rachel Crowell, Pamela Donalson and Sheila Henderson.
Doak Howell Funeral Home will be serving the family.
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Lillard Thompson "Junior" Driver
Lillard Thompson "Junior" Driver 93 of Wartrace died April 23, 2024. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 28th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Jimmy Gray officiating. Burial will follow at Hurricane Cemetery in Coffee County. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillard Thompson Driver Sr. and Ada Mae Teal Driver; wife, Harriet Helen Driver; daughters, Linda Kay Driver, Melva Gail Driver, Bobbie McGee and grandson, Bryan Adams.
He is survived by daughters, Marilyn F. Moss, Sharon Ann (Taylor) Hastings; sons, Barry Lee (Freida) Driver and Greg Driver; four grandchildren, six great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
Veronica Lynn McAnally
Veronica Lynn McAnally- "Tootie" was born November 11, 1959 in Texas. She passed from this world to the next on April 22, 2024 in Manchester, TN.
She is proceeded in death by her parents Mac and Francis McAnally, her brother Mikey McAnally and her precious son Richard Dale Alford.
Left to carry on her memory are her siblings- Teresa Bowman, Christy McAnally, Tammy McAnally and Winford "Winky" McAnally. Her Children- April Joy Alford and Winford Evans Alford. Her beloved Grandchildren- Brent Wix (Andrea), Victoria Anderson (Caleb), and Kendra Wix (James). Her great Grandchildren- Laythan, Mia, Adriana, Brodie, Bentleigh and Wesson Dale. As well as a host of other loved nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Veronica better known as Tootie lit up every room she entered and had a laugh that was recognizable to anyone. She was kind, caring and giving but also a woman who would stand her ground. She was the true definition of though she be little, she be fierce. Small in statue but big in everything else. She was a wild spirit with a soft heart and the sweetest soul. She loved playing cards, listening to music and being around the people she loved. Her smile, her laughter, her craziness and her cooking will all be deeply missed.
As a family we would like to ask for you to help us keep the memory of Tootie alive. Please don't stop telling her stories- Both wild and loving. Let her live on through you. Thank you.
Jonathan Wayne Utz
Jonathan Wayne Utz, age 34, passed away Monday, April 22, 2024 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.
A Memorial Service will be Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
Visitation will begin at 11 AM Saturday till service time.
He was born March 5, 1990, in Champagne, Illinois.
Jonathan is survived by his mother, Tracy Freeman Utz of Shelbyville; grandparents, Pete and Judy Arnold and Jack and Theresa Utz, all of Shelbyville. A son, Lucas Gabriel Utz, of Lynchburg, a daughter, Linda Marie Utz, of Lynchburg; a sister, Racheal LeeAnn Utz and a brother, Matthew Tyler Freeman, both of Shelbyville. Also, numerous loving aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews.
Elia Maria Navarrette
Elia Maria Navarrette, age 61, of Shelbyville, passed away April 19, 2024.
Funeral services will be 2 PM Friday, April 26, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Reverend Lloyd Warren will officiate, with burial to follow in Willow Mount Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors 11 AM until service time Friday at the funeral home.
She was born November 4, 1962, in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, to the late Efrain and Cecilia Guzman Navarrette. She was a homemaker and faithful member of Victory Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Michael Navarrete, and a sister, Ariam Navarrette.
Survivors include her children, Sheila Marie Navarrette, Talia Navarrete, and Joshua Michael(Alyssa) Navarrette; grandchildren, Jordan Navarrette, Tristan Navarrette, Xavian Navarrette, Alisha Navarrette, Elise Navarrette, Michael Navarrette, Ariel Navarrete, and Madison Navarrette; brothers and sisters, Frank Navarrette, John Guzman, and Helen Mendoza.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Doyle Medford Caffey
After a two-year absence from his beloved wife, Peggy, Doyle Medford Caffey went to join her in Heaven on April 22, 2024.
He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Jeff Rasnick officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Friday evening from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Stephen Caffey and Mary Lou Wheeler Caffey; his son-in-law, James Price and his wife of 64 years, Peggy Joyce Sanders Caffey. He is survived by his son, Steven J. (Nancy) Caffey. his daughter, Cindy K. Caffey, two grandsons, David Benjamin Caffey and Aaron Tyler (Ashleigh) Caffey.
He was often described as a "Gentleman Farmer". He was born and raised on the family farm here in Bedford County until it was foreclosed upon during the Great Depression. He bought back the family farm in the early 60's and after restoring the house in which he was born, moved his family back to the farm in 1975.
His was a life of service. Doyle was one of five young men from Bedford County who left on the same day to serve their country in Korea and returned safely. He was a Master Sargent/machine gunner. Upon returning he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Arts from MTSU. He was a designer for Arvin/Calspan at Arnold Engineering and Development Center (AEDC) until his retirement in 1986. He was instrumental in bringing Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) to the base. He became a professional land surveyor in the late 50's working on the weekends and at night until beginning his own company, Caffey Surveying, Incorporated in 1986. He was also a charter member of the Tennessee Association of Professional Surveyors
Just as he served his country, he firmly believed in serving his community. He was a member of the Jaycees and the Lions Club. He served on the power board for Shelbyville Power, Water and Sewer as well as the Shelbyville Planning Commission.
Finally, just as he served his country and while serving his community, he also served the Lord. He faithfully served First Baptist Church as an usher and later was ordained as a deacon. After joining Blankenship Methodist Church, he could be seen every month serving in the fellowship breakfast until he became too infirm to continue.
Jimmy Dewayne Flippo
Jimmy Dewayne Flippo, age 68, of Bell Buckle, passed away April 22, 2024, at his home, under the loving care and comfort of his family and Hospice Compassus.
Funeral services will be 11 AM Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in Pressgrove Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors 5-8 PM Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
He was born November 4, 1955, in Bell Buckle, to the late Jim Charles “Bud” Flippo, and Mary Westbrooks Flippo. He was a retired truck driver, enjoyed fishing, and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Sandra Flippo.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann Dillon Flippo; a daughter, Nicki Orr; adopted children, David (Amber) White; grandchildren Betty White, Leigh (AJ) White, Nicole White, Hunter White, Ava White, Ariel White, Bri White, Trey White, Rene White, Leland White, Karsyn White, and Gracelynn White.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Henry Carroll Adams
Henry Carroll Adams, 77, of Ocoee, Florida transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on April 13th, 2024.
Henry was born on October 8th, 1946, to O.C. and Maxie Adams in Andalusia, Alabama. Henry and his family moved to Ocoee, Florida in August of 1959. After graduating from Ocoee High School in 1965, Henry went on to attend a local community college, eventually landing in the field of industrial machinery and fabrication. Henry had the ability to fix all things broken, often being referred to as “MacGyver” because he could always make something out of nothing.
Henry had a love for all things outdoors. Earlier in life he enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting. Henry also appreciated nature and all the wonderful things it had to offer. He spent time bird watching and exploring their natural habitats. He also had a love of plants and flowers. Later in life, Henry planted a bamboo garden which ended up being a bird sanctuary. He loved to sit outside watching and listening to all the birds that lived there.
Henry had a passion for old muscle cars, collecting guns, and dogs. Over the years he owned several different muscle cars including a 1966 Chevy Camaro and his prized possession, a 1970 Chevy Chevelle. Henry also had a love for his gun collection. He had rifles, handguns, and shotguns the favorite being a 44 magnum that was never too far from him. Henry was an avid dog lover. He spent many years of his life starting at an early age raising and training dogs. He was particularly drawn to obedience training in which he taught during his prime.
One area of Henry’s life that was particularly important to him was his military service. Henry was a Vietnam Veteran and was very proud of the opportunity he had to serve his country. Henry served in the US Army as MP and Dog Handler in Okinawa from 1966-1968. Throughout his entire life, Henry had reverence for the military and those who served. He enjoyed spending time with others who shared that common bond.
Henry had one daughter, Daffney, and a grandson, Hank. He loved both unconditionally. The apple of Henry’s eye though was his grandson, Hank. From the day Hank was born, Henry was there to love, support, and guide him through life. Henry was extremely proud of Hank and was always eager to share his wisdom and knowledge with him when they spent time together.
Henry also has 3 siblings. Two sisters, Gail, and Cathy, along with a brother, Mike. Over the years, Henry developed a special bond with his sister Gail. They spent many days talking about life and the things they experienced. Their relationship was invaluable to Henry, particularly in his later years.
Henry was preceded in death by his parents Oliver Carroll and Maxie Chancellor Adams. Henry is survived by his daughter Daffney Eddins (Bill); grandson William Henry Eddins (Hannah); sisters Gail Adams, Cathy Baker (Henry), and brother Mike Adams (Tammy); one niece Cory Baker; one nephew Logan Adams; and two great nieces Adrie Ross and Vanessa Kiehm.
A memorial service with military honors will be held in Shelbyville, TN at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel, 2022 North Main St., on May 11th,2024 at 11:00 am. Henry will reach his final resting place at the Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery, Monday, 1;00 PM, May 13th, 2024.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, www.vvmf.org
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Connie Sue Price
Connie Sue Price, age 69, of Shelbyville, passed away April 12, 2024.
Memorial services will be 11 AM Friday, April 19, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel.
The family will receive visitors 10 AM until service time Friday at the funeral home.
She was born November 23, 1954, in Bedford County, to the late Cecil and Elvis Irene Smith Mullins. She was homemaker, enjoyed fishing, and watching old western movies.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Randy Price, and a daughter, Charity Price.
Survivors include a son, Billy Pittman, of Murfreesboro; grandson, Brandon Pittman; a brother, David Mullins; brothers in law, Larry Price, Don Price, and Phillip Price.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Phillip Eugene McClanahan
Phillip Eugene McClanahan, age 61, of Christiana, passed away April 14, 2024.
Per his request, he will be cremated. There will be a private service held at a later date.
He was born December 12, 1962, in Murfreesboro, to Shirley Inez Dalton Kirby, and the late James Bradley McClanahan. He was a commercial electrician, working with Vari Electric in Murfreesboro. He was an enthusiastic Tennessee Titans fan, and loved spending time with his family.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lori Qualls McClanahan, and a brother, Steven McClanahan.
In addition to his mother, survivors include his sons, Camron Dane (Kyrstal) McClanahan, Joshua Shane McClanahan, and Samuel Adam McClanahan; a sister, Theresa (Jimmy) Hillis; a brother, James (Kathy) McClanahan, Jr.; grandchildren, Trenton Dane McClanahan, Cheyenne Alexis McClanahan, and Molly Ann Marie McClanahan.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Bedford Louis Walls
Bedford Louis Walls, 82 of Shelbyville died April 14, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 12:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Swanson Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m.
He was a native of Bedford County; owner/operator of Walls Stump Grinding Service and a member of the Baptist Church. His famous words were "It'll Take Just A Minute."
He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom Walls and Mattie Ellen Sanders Walls Thornberry; his first wife, Martha Gayle Walls; his second wife, Barbara Gayle Walls; a son, Toby Louis Walls and a daughter, Tina Gayle Walls.
He is survived by a son, Tracy Hugh Walls (Vickie); two grandchildren, Jennifer Warren (T.J.), Miranda Barnes (Calvin); three great grandchildren, Hailee Warren, Alyssa Walls and Weston Barnes.
Jason Gentry Atkins
Jason Gentry Atkins, age 52 of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life suddenly Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.
A Gathering of Family & Friends will be held 1-4p.m. Sunday, April 14,2024, at H.V. Griffin Park under the Lewis pavilion.
Jason was born on May 31, 1971, in Columbus, Mississippi to the late Carl B. Atkins and Patricia Bennett Atkins. He was an avid outdoorsman especially if it involved water, he enjoyed anything from fishing to arrowhead hunting, TikTok, and Nascar. Jason worked in construction for most of his adult life most recently with Black Diamond Construction as a superintendent. He attended Gateway Church.
Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Kellye Atkins; children, Jennah Atkins, Tate (Kelsey) Atkins both of Shelbyville, TN, Aaron (Sarah) Atkins of Arlington, IN; grandchildren, Shay, Hadlee, Clark, and Ace; sisters, Coby (Chris) Carson of Shelbyville, TN, and Patti (Danny) Holt of Fayetteville, TN; mother in-law, Ruth “Memaw” Clark of Shelbyville, TN. Jason is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother; Chris Atkins and father in-law; Olan Clark. He was a big teddy bear that loved his family, he will be greatly missed.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Hubert Eugene Groce
Hubert Eugene Groce, 62 of Fayetteville died April 11, 2024.
Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 14th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Rev. Donnie Rader officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
He was born May 16, 1961 in Fayetteville; employee of Jack Daniel's Distillery and a member of El Bethel Church Of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie O. Groce and Susie Obelene Wagster Groce. Eugene is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rhonda Ann
Leverette Groce; his daughter, Tonya (Daniel) Miller of Lynchburg; his son, Lee (Tara) Groce of Fayetteville; brothers, Randy (Dianne) Groce of Murfreesboro, J.L. (Teresa) Groce of Shelbyville; four grandchildren, Kallie (Jacob) Baker, Rylee Groce, Kinsley Miller and Landon Miller.
Richard Raymond “Rick” Deussen
Richard Raymond “Rick” Deussen, Jr. age 67, of Shelbyville, passed from this life early Saturday morning, April 6, 2024, at home surrounded by his loved ones and under the care of Alive Hospice.
A California native Rick was born December 10, 1956, in San Diago; he was the son of Dick Deussen and Shirley Ramey Deussen. He was a graduate of Taipei American High School class of 1974 and would earn a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from University of Redlands.
He is survived by loving wife of 37 years, Joy Livingston Deussen of Shelbyville; children, Richard Deussen and wife Andrea of CA, Dan Deussen of Nashville, Henry Deussen of Nashville and Isabelle Deussen of Shelbyville; brothers, Mike Deussen and wife Kathy of CA, Phil Deussen and wife Melissa of CO, and Ed Deussen and wife Joan of AZ; along with several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2024, First Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Rasnick officiating.
Visitation with the family will be held prior to services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the church.
Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.
Joel Dwight Clanton
Joel Dwight Clanton, age 71, of Shelbyville, passed away April 8, 2024, at his home, under the loving care and comfort of his family and Gentiva Hospice.
A Celebration of Life Service will be 3 PM Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Feldhaus Memorial Chapel. Pastor Jay Pope will officiate.
The family will receive visitors 1 PM until service time Sunday at the funeral home.
He was born, November 25, 1952, in Bedford Couty, to the late William Vernie Clanton and Mary Bell Harrison Clanton. A lifelong resident of Shelbyville, he was the owner of Clanton Custom Machines. A very talented machinist, he designed and built custom equipment for many well-known industries. He also enjoyed helping out his friends and neighbors repair and make parts for their needs. An avid fisherman, he enjoyed fishing with his son and grandchildren, a Clanton family tradition passed down through many generations. He enjoyed NASCAR, dirt track racing, and football. He was an active member of Kingdom Cultivation Ministries.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Doyle Clanton.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Jeffress Clanton; children, Mary Beth Clanton and James Bradley Clanton; grandchildren, Shelby Harmon, Emalye Beasley, Katey (Lane) Allen, and Joel Burton; great grandchildren, Gunner Harmon and Garrad Beasley; sister, Dorothy (Ezralee) Swing; several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kingdom Cultivation Ministries, 701 Kingree Road,
Shelbyville, or the Bedford County Cancer Society.
Feldhaus Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
