In Loving Memory: Obituaries Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 2022
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Darrell Wes Wilson
Darrell Wes Wilson, age 54, of the Martin’s Chapel community in Springfield, passed from this life on Saturday December 3, 2022, at his home. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday December 7th at 12 noon in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Kenny Hix officiating. Interment will follow in the Martin’s Chapel Cemetery with Brandon Hix, Drew Wilson, Dustin Wilson, Danny Smith, Daryl Pratt, Johnny Scott, and Kaul Wilson serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Darrell Wes was born August 23, 1968, in Springfield, to the late Ewing Wesley and Evalene Smith Wilson. He was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1986, he worked in Shipping and Handling at Springfield Unarco, and he attended Martin’s Chapel United Methodist Church. Darrell Wes enjoyed fishing, pitching horseshoes, playing cards, going to the horse races and casino, and he loved and supported Springfield High School Football. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter: Lindsey Wilson.
Darrell Wes is survived by his children: Kandis Wright and husband Cody of Pleasant View, Autumn Dean and husband Logan of Springfield, and Hunter Wes Wilson and wife Makayla of Springfield, by his sister: Melody Wilson Moulton and husband Tim of Springfield, by his grandchildren: Mallory Wright, Macon Wright, Maggie Wright, and Tenley Dean, by his nephews: Dirk Moulton and Zack (Brittany) Moulton, by his great nephews: Damien, Laine, and Walyn Moulton, and by his Ride or Die, the one he considered his brother: Daryl Pratt of Springfield.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Springfield High School Football program.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Dorris Ellen Iaquinta
Dorris Ellen Iaquinta was 84 years young. Dorris, of Clarksville, passed from this life on Friday December 2, 2022. She was about to celebrate her 85th birthday in this beautiful world. The world around us will certainly be a-little less bright without her physical presence lighting the way. Dorris was 1 of 5 children, Juanita, Joe, Thomas, Leda Grey, and of them being her twin, Dean. Twins actually ran in the family, as her dad was a twin himself!
Dorris lived a long life with a lot of love surrounding her. Her family members called her “Granny” and it had such a ring to it, that so many others called her that as well. Dorris had 2 children, Vickie Price and Guy Peters, who both went on to make big and beautiful families of their own. Dorris was even lucky enough to be called “Great Great Grandma”. Although she loved everyone dearly, she had a special spot for her great granddaughter Tristin Noelle. They were truly inseparable, and best friends until the end.
Her late husband Joe had passed in 1998. which was the hardest trial of her life. We truly rejoice knowing that they are being reunited at the gates of Heaven. If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them. Buildings fall, people die but real love is forever. We love you “Granny”
Dorris was preceded in death by her parents: Birch and Elizabeth Wallace Moore, by her siblings: Joe, Thomas, Juanita, Grey, Dean and by her husband: Joe Iaquinta. She is survived by her children: Guy Peters and Vickie (Johnny) Price, all of Clarksville, by her grandchildren: Paul (Dallas) Peters, Daniel (Jessica) Peters, Lynzee and Logan Price, by her great grandchildren: Dominique (Vincent), DeAndre, Desirae, Tristin, Oliver, Tristen, River Lily Ray and Andrew, and by her great great grandchildren Mia and Jamir.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday December 10th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield. Interment will follow in the Mt. Sharon Cemetery with Guy Peters, Logan Price, John Price, Paul Peters, DeAndre Peters, and Vincent Juanito serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 12 noon until service time at 1:00 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Donald Wayne Hester Sr.
Donald Wayne Hester Sr., age 53, of Cedar Hill, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022 in Cedar Hill. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30pm Friday, December 9, 2022 in the Bellwood Cemetery in Adams with Mr. Jeff Ayres officiating and Alex Washington, Jimmy Ayres, David Clardy, Donnie Martin, Timmy Head and Armando Cruz serving as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers are Jeff Ayres and Bobby Dowlen.
The family will receive friends from 11am until 1pm Friday at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.
Mr. Hester was born September 24, 1969 in Springfield to the late James Winfield and Glenda Evans Hester. He was a farmer and helped work on farming equipment all his life.
Mr. Hester is survived by his son, Donald Wayne Hester Jr.; brother, Kevin (Robin) Hester; sister, Jennifer (Jim) Fowler; niece, Jenna Fowler; and a host of real special friends.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Jane Ardith Payne
Jane Ardith Payne, age 85 of Greenbrier passed away Monday, December 4th, 2022 at St. Thomas West Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held 11 AM on Thursday, Dec. 8th at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Rev. Nathan Washburn officiating. The family will receive friends 10am until time of service at the funeral home.
She was born in Orlinda, TN on January 27, 1937 to the late Ogusta G. and Maudie Mae Krisle Payne.
She was a member of Greenbrier First Baptist Church and was employed as a Business Systems Specialist at National Life Insurance Co. and retired in 1999 with 43 years of service.
She loved to travel. Some of her memorable places to visit was Europe, Russia and the Smoky Mountains. She enjoyed reading, attending church and working at the Greenbrier Historical Society.
She is survived by a brother, Ed (Mary) Payne of Greer, SC; nephews, David (Jamie) Payne, Stephen (Angela) Payne; great nephews, Jack Payne, Sam Payne and great niece, Carolina Payne.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Greenbrier Historical Society, P.O. Box 695, Greenbrier, TN 37073.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41S, Greeenbrier, TN
Obituary for Peggy Sue Calvert
Peggy Sue Calvert “Sudie”, age 80, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin, Tennessee.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Friday, December 9th, with her cousin, David Patterson officiating. Burial will follow in Wilson Cemetery with family & friends serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mrs. Calvert was born on September 18, 1942, to the late Samuel & Kathreen “Shorty” Jones. She had a passion for hair & beauty and grand creativity. She loved “treasure hunting”, going to estate sales, thrift stores, and flea markets just to name a few.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Calvert; sister, Shearon Kehl; granddaughter, Jennifer Wix; great-granddaughter, Adrianna Wix; and son-in-law, Larry Nale.
Survivors include her children, Kathy Nale, John (Angela) Henderson, and Lisa Fierro; step-sons, Dustin “Bo” (Melanie) Calvert and Robby (Misty) Calvert; brother, Robert (Katrina) Jones; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Heather, Casey, Samantha, Jonathan, Abby, and Emma; 5 step-grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions to help with funeral expenses may be made to Austin & Bell Funeral Home.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Norma Jean Hunter
Norma Jean Hunter, age 94, of Adams, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 at Spring Meadows in Clarksville. Funeral services will be conducted at 1pm Tuesday, December 6, 2022 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Pastor Landon Meadow officiating. Burial will follow in the Bellwood Cemetery with Robert Hunter, Jack Hunter, Mike Eden, Joseph Henderson, Jason Hunter, Jeremy Henderson and Josh Henderson serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 11am until time of the service at 1pm Tuesday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Hunter was born November 18, 1928 in Morganfield, KY to the late John B. and Pauline Riggs Organ. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Buford “R.B.” Hunter; sons, Bill Stewart and Michael Hunter; brother, Donald Organ; and a sister, Sue Kasey.
Mrs. Hunter is survived by her sons, Robert G. (Pam) Hunter and Jack L. Hunter; daughter, Paula J. (Mike) Eden; 6 grandchildren, Jason Hunter, Adrienne Hunter, Billy Joe Stewart, Ricky Stewart, Kayla (Joseph) Henderson and Paige Eden; and 7 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dementia Society of America, P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901 https://www.dementiasociety.org/donate or to Amedisys Hospice, through the Amedisys Foundation
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Walter Riley “W.R.” Weaver, III
Walter Riley “W.R.” Weaver, III, 81, passed away on Saturday December 3, 2022, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday December 9th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Randy Harmon officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Michael Redfern, Jono Redfern, Greg Cox, Frank Cox, Eric Roe, and Brock Linder serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 12 noon until service time at the funeral home.
Mr. Weaver was born February 27, 1941, in Springfield, to the late Walter Riley and Marie LaVern Weaver, II. He was the owner of Weaver Roofing Company, was a member of the Springfield Gideons, and was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church, where he served as Sunday School director. Mr. Weaver enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, and building guns. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Rita Fay Weaver, and by his brother: George Weaver.
Mr. Weaver is survived by his wife: Tommie Jo Weaver of Greenbrier, by his son and daughter-in-law: Mark and Sherrie Weaver of Springfield, by his daughter and son-in-law: Christy and Mark Linder of Pleasant View, and by his grandchildren: Brock Linder and Angela Lee Weaver.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Rock Springs Baptist Church and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Kody Alisa Langford
Kody Alisa Langford, age 45 of Springfield, passed from this life on Monday, November 28, 2022 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 11:00 AM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with family members speaking. Burial followed in Martin’s Chapel Cemetery with Kaul Mitchell Wilson, Sam Wilson, Steve Wilburn, Johnny Scott, Danny Smith, and Hunter Wilson serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home Friday from 4 until 8 PM and Saturday from 9 AM until the hour of service.
Kody was born June 8, 1977 in Springfield to Beverly L. Wilson Langford and the late Joseph Oscar Langford. She was employed at Walmart and enjoyed antique shopping and playing cards. She also liked taking care of and feeding animals around the farm.
She is survived by her Mother, Beverly L. Wilson Langford of Springfield; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kelly M. Langford, Kathy J. and Tony Neal, and Melody and Tim Moulton, all of Springfield; niece Emily (Caleb) Hood; nephews, Samuel “Sonny” Neal, Dirk Moulton, and Zack (Brittany) Moulton; great niece, Annie Grace Hood; and great nephews, Damien, Laine, and Walyn Moulton.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to Martin’s Chapel Methodist Church. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Russell Lee Yoder
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A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 4PM (EST) at Abundant Life Church 6461 Proctor Road Sarasota, FL 34241
Age 74 of Portland, TN, formerly of Sarasota, FL, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at Bethany Center for Rehab and Healing. He was born October 16, 1947in Hartville, OH to George and Betty Heckman Yoder. He was self-employed and worked as a home inspector. Russell was an avid golfer and Florida Seminoles fan. He also enjoyed fishing, boating and watching rodeo. He was a member of Abundant Life Church in Sarasota, FL.
He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Linda Yoder, Portland, TN; sons, Preston (Lisa) Yoder, Bell Buckle, TN and Tim (Sarah) Newsome, Smyrna, TN; daughter, Leigh (Ryan) Booker, Portland, TN; sister, Barbara Elizabeth (Ken) Snyder, Massillon, OH; 6 grandchildren, Madison, Ryleigh, Desirae, Evander, Charlotte and Luke. His first great-grandchild is on the way.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House is in charge of these arrangements. 533 Hwy 76E, White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Bobby Glenn “Bob” Madison
Bobby Glenn “Bob” Madison, age 88, of Madison, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 in Hendersonville.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 2pm at the Goodlettsville Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Phillip Smith officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 10am Monday, December 12, 2022 in the Springfield Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 12:30pm until the time of service at 2pm.
Mr. Madison was born May 11, 1934 in Jasper, AL to the late Glenn H. and Annie Lucille Broom Madison. He received his Doctorate in Theology and was a Minister of the Gospel for 54 years. He devoted his entire adult life to the ministry and lead hundreds to the Lord. Mr. Madison was a true prayer warrior and loved his people.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Madison was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy Mae Madison; brothers, Jerry Madison and Jim Madison; and an infant sister, Emily Carol Madison.
Mr. Madison is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Ron and Carol Madison and Tim and Cindy Madison; grandchildren, Zachary Madison, Cody Madison and Sarah McDonald; great-grandchildren, Luke McDonald, Barrett McDonald, Peyton Madison, Brayden Madison, Bentley Madison and Jaxson Madison; and a sister, Margaret Thompson.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41S, Greeenbrier, TN
Obituary for Dollie Moon Mitchell
Dollie Moon Mitchell, age 90, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at NHC Springfield.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11am Monday, December 5, 2022 in the Austin & Bell Funeral Home chapel with Bro. Ronnie Smith and Bro. Bob Bell officiating. Burial will follow in the Good Springs Cemetery in Pleasant View with the family serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Sunday, December 4, 2022 and agin from 10am until time of the service at 11am Monday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Mitchell was born February 17, 1932 in Robertson County to the late Walter and Margaret Elizabeth James Hunter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Francis James Mitchell; 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
Dollie is survived by her sons, Dennis (Debbie) Moon and Danny (Cheryl) Moon; daughter, Dianne Goff; 5 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Kathleen “Kay” Louise Holt
Kathleen “Kay” Louise Holt, age 88 of Greenbrier passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at White House Health & Rehab.
A Funeral Mass was held at 10 am, Saturday, December 3rd at Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church with Father Peter Stryker officiating. Burial followed in Greenbrier Cemetery with Domenic Holt, Manny Holt, Tyler Stephens, Tim Holt, Dylan Rodeffer and Brad Stephens serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Friday, December 2nd from 5pm to 7pm at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
She was born January 13, 1934 in Quincy, IL to the late Ralph and Rosaila Myer Peter. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Frank Morris Holt; grandson, James Patrick Holt and a brother, Jerome P. Peter.
She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. She loved her kids and grandkids very much and enjoyed her cat, Toby, reading and attending Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
She is survived by sons, Stephen (Kathy) Holt of St. Louis, MO, Timothy (Lea) Holt of Raleigh, NC; daughter, Tess (Brad) Stephens of Goodlettsville, TN; grandchildren, Domenic Holt, Anais Holt, Manny Holt, Susie (Jeremy) Sidebottom, Tyler Stephens, Kasey Stephens; great-grandchildren, Eleanor Sidebottom and Forrest Sergie Holt.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41S, Greeenbrier, TN
Obituary for Dr. Allen Ray Slate
Age 89 of Cottontown passed away Monday, November 28, 2022 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born December 17, 1932 in Nashville, TN to Joe Bennett & Hazel Clark Slate. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. and was of the Unitarian faith. He worked as a Math Professor for Bakersfield College before his retirement. Dr. Slate enjoyed traveling, vegetable gardening, working advanced crossword puzzles, and reading. He was also very talented in updating the property he owned. He could take a room and completely renovate it into something beautiful.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Billy and Eugene; sister, Betty. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Jo Ann Slate, Cottontown, TN; daughter, Laurie Slate. Bakersfield, CA; son, Kenneth Slate, Oxnard, CA; grandchildren, Natasha Andrade, Nicole Mulholland and Naomi Burger; great grandchildren, Sophie, Ky, Steven and Nathan.
A graveside committal service with military honors will be conducted on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 1pm in Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery. There is no scheduled visitation. A memorial service is being planned for the spring. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are encouraged to an educational institution of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Martha Ann Ray
Martha Ann Wilson Ray, age 80, of Springfield, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022 at NHC Springfield.
As per Mrs. Ray’s wishes, there are no services scheduled and she is being cremated.
She was born June, 7, 1942 in Dewitt, Arkansas to the late Frank and Esther Clark Wilson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Wilson.
Mrs. Ray is survived by her sons, Chet (Tracy) Biggers and Shaun Biggers; 2 grandchildren, Dana (Justin) Frazier and Brooke (Adam) Stack; 3 great grandchildren, Jayden, Wyatt and Jace; and 3 sisters, Shirley Bowman, Eloise Bird and Sue Davis.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
(Updated) Obituaries Nov. 21-27, 2022
Obituary for Patricia Reynolds
Patricia Ann Reynolds, age 83, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at The Waters of Springfield.
In accordance with her wishes Mrs. Reynolds’ remains will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mrs. Reynolds was born June 27, 1939 in Petroleum, KY to the late Curtis Morgan and Addie Lee Harper Henderson. She was a homemaker and member of the Springfield First Assembly of God.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Reynolds is preceded in death by her brother, Lee Henderson and her sister, Wanda Elaine Henderson.
Mrs. Reynolds is survived by her husband, Benny Reynolds; daughters, Theresa Ann Reynolds of Springfield and Melissa Faye Reynolds of Greenbrier; brother, Charles Eugene Henderson of Appling, GA; sister, Sandra Faye Hayes of Appling, GA; granddaughter and husband, Kurstoni and Cody Vaughn of Manchester, TN; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family and dear friends.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Patricia Reynolds Memorial Fund. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for William G. “WG” Jones
Age 87 of White House passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at White House Health & Rehab. He was born January 20, 1935 in Greenbrier, TN to Thomas Clendenin & Fannie McCowan Jones. He worked as a warehouse manager for Ozburn-Hessey Logistics before his retirement. WG was the longest serving member of Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church and was a 50 year member of Burton Lodge #272 in Greenbrier, where he served as a 32nd Degree Mason. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, watching the Predators and football, especially the University of Tennessee Vols, gardening and part-time farming. He had served on both the Robertson and Sumner County Planning Commissions.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Imogene Liebengood and Susie Coultas. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Judith Jones; daughter, Melissa (Chris) Villines; grandchildren, Brad Villines and Kaylee Villines, all of White House, TN.
Funeral service was Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Sam Brown officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery with Chris Villines, Brad Villines, Donnie Jones, Bill Jones, Kevin Kinle and Kenny Hix serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were David Palmer, Jimmy Villines, John Kelley, Paul West and John Kinle. Visitation with the family was Thursday, December 1, 2022 10am-1pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church. P.O. Box 422 White House, TN 37188
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Charles Raymond “Charlie” Walker
Charles Raymond “Charlie” Walker, age 95, passed into his eternal home with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 27, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at his home. Charles Raymond was born on September 29, 1927 to the late Raymond and Genese Rawls Walker in Coopertown, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife of 74 years, Maxine Lee Walker, and his brother, Joe Walker. He is survived by two brothers, Philip Walker of Nashville and Gerald Walker of Florida.
Together, Charlie and Maxine raised three children: Daryle (Wanda) Walker of Springfield, Linda (Hoyte) Owen of Murfreesboro and Bonnie (Jim) Drew of Springfield, IL , 9 grandchildren; Todd (Julie) Walker of Clarksville, Adam (Kim) Walker of Cottontown, Megan (Nico) Gregali of Thompson Station, Will (Jaymie) Owen of Murfreesboro, Jake (Kristi) Owen of Mufreesboro, Chris (Kristin) Drew of San Carlos, CA, Kelley (Dustin) Henry of Springfield, IL, Kassie (Steve) Redmond of Kansas City, MO and Jimmy (Suz) Drew of Jefferson City, MO. His legacy will extend for generations through his 22 great-grandchildren, of whom he was most proud.
He served his Lord in many capacities as a sixth-generation member of Mt. Sharon Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He and Maxine structured their lives around their love for God, hard work, family, friends and church community. Their passion in life was loving, advising, and supporting their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In recent years caregiver, Linda Woodson, has provided loving care, support and friendship for them.
Charlie retired from United States Tobacco Company in 1995 after 36 years of service, during which he worked himself up from part-time plant worker in Springfield to Vice-President of Leaf Operations in Hopkinsville, KY. Never meeting a stranger, Charlie enjoyed his work with local tobacco growers, warehouse owners, and his co-workers and treated everyone with integrity and respect.
Funeral services were conducted at 2pm Wednesday, November 30, 2022 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Rev. Kim Moore officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with his grandchildren serving as pallbearers and his great-grandchildren serving as honorary pallbearers. The family received friends from 12pm until time of service at 2pm Wednesday at the funeral home. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the building fund of Mt. Sharon C.P. Church, Greenbrier, TN.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Patricia Reynolds
Patricia Ann Reynolds, age 83, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022 at The Waters of Springfield.
In accordance with her wishes Mrs. Reynolds’ remains were cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mrs. Reynolds was born June 27, 1939 in Petroleum, KY to the late Curtis Morgan and Addie Lee Harper Henderson. She was a homemaker and member of the Springfield First Assembly of God.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Reynolds is preceded in death by her brother, Lee Henderson and her sister, Wanda Elaine Henderson.
Mrs. Reynolds is survived by her husband, Benny Reynolds; daughters, Theresa Ann Reynolds of Springfield and Melissa Faye Reynolds of Greenbrier; brother, Charles Eugene Henderson of Appling, GA; sister, Sandra Faye Hayes of Appling, GA; granddaughter and husband, Kurstoni and Cody Vaughn of Manchester, TN; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family and dear friends.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Patricia Reynolds Memorial Fund. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Luke Wilson Parker
Luke Wilson Parker, age 93 of Springfield and formerly of Michigan, passed from this life on Friday, November 25, 2022 at Vanco Manor in Goodlettsville.
There was a time of visitation with the family on Sunday, November 27, 2022 from 1 until 4 PM at Robertson County Funeral Home. His body was conveyed to Otisville, MI to be buried at Millington Township Cemetery in Millington, MI
Mr. Parker was born March 4, 1929 in Greenbrier to the late Tom and Georgia Pittman Parker. He was a member of Otisville Church and Christ in Michigan and had attended Center Point Baptist Church. He was a retired mechanic and a true believer in his Lord and Savior. He enjoyed reading his Bible and historic romance novels. He also enjoyed fishing and gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Joan Carney Parker, and brothers, James and Lloyd Thomas Parker.
Surviving him are his sons, Dennis (Faye) Parker of Springfield and Joseph Luke (Sue) Parker of Otter Lake, MI; daughters, Melody Ann (Boyce) Barger of Millington, MI and Mary Ella (Kenneth) Skoglund of Sweden; grandchildren, David Parker, Phillip Barger, Saryna Parker, Cynthia Rose Morgan, Sarah Barger, Andrew Parker, Georgia Lynn Sisk, Joanna Skoglund, and Crystal Smith; and several great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Annie Marie Crumpler Martin
Annie Marie Crumpler Martin, age 53 of Goodlettsville, TN died at her home on Tuesday morning November 22, 2022, after courageous and inspiring fight with cancer.
Funeral services were held at 2 pm on Sunday November 27, 2022, in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Greenbrier Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. The family received friends on Sunday from 10 am until the hour of service at 2 pm.
Annie was born March 19, 1969, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Thomas and Ruth Warren Crumpler. Her son, Shawn Martin also preceded her in death. She spent her life as a homemaker taking care of her family. She was a member of GreenRidge Church of Christ. Annie was also a huge Tennessee Titan fan, and her request is for anyone who comes to the funeral home if possible wear Titans gear, you can bet Annie will have hers on.
Annie is survived by her husband, Michael Martin; her son, Austin Martin; brothers, Leslie Crumpler, Tommy Crumpler, Jr., and Jackie Wayne Ligon and her sisters, Sherry Ligon and Lori Crumpler.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Shane Ford
Robert “Shane” Ford, age 51 of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Thursday, November 24, 2022 at his home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Monday, November 28th, with Bro. Randy Hester and Mike Scoggins officiating. Burial followed in Mallorys Cemetery with Lisa Scoggins, Dawn Perry, Melanie Ford, Gary Ford, Mike Scoggins, Jarrod Chandler, Slate Highers, and Luke Templeton serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Sunday, November 27th from 12:00PM until 6:00PM and again on Monday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Shane was born on January 7, 1971 in Nashville, Tennessee to Jimmy & Hilda Balthrop Ford. He loved to watch Hee Haw, Bob Barker on The Price Is Right and Chris Clark on Channel 5 News. He also loved working puzzles and riding his bike. Music was important to him and he loved Elvis and many country music stars and liked to be sung to as well. Shane’s favorite foods were pizza and KFC and had to be eaten with his own special fork that nobody else was allowed to use. He dearly loved his family.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John Edgar & Margaret Beatrice Ford; maternal grandfather, Jesse Balthrop; and brother-in-law, Larry Perry.
In addition to his parents, survivors include his brother, Gary (Melissa) Ford; sisters, Lisa (Mike) Scoggins, Dawn Perry, and Melanie Ford; maternal grandmother, Mable Balthrop; nephew, Slate Highers; nieces, Baby Ashley Perry, Kayla Ford, Jessie (Jarrod) Chandler, and Amanda (Luke) Templeton.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to special caregiver, Elizabeth Gill, for all the kindness and love that she has shown to Shane and all the family.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1211 Medical Center Drive, Nashville, Tennessee 37232
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Betty Sue Watts
Betty Sue Watts, age 78, of Joelton, Tennessee, died Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at Hillcrest Healthcare Center in Ashland City.
Her remains were cremated and there are no services planned.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home
Obituary for Marsela Reyes
Marsela Renee Reyes, age 24, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at her home.
Her remains were cremated and there are no services scheduled.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home
Obituary for Homer Gerald Lindsey
Age 87 of White House passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Hendersonville Medical Center/. He was born July 11, 1935 in Nashville, TN to James Earl & Velma Johnson Lindsey. He worked in the parts department of several car dealerships before his retirement. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and in the U.S. Army. He was a high school referee for TSSAA and he umpired little league football all over Nashville, spending 12 years as the head umpire at Jess Neely Park. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid Dale Earnhardt, Sr. and a Vanderbilt and Tennessee Titans football fan.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Dorothy Lindsey and Dorothy Mae Thomas; brothers, Tommy Carver and Bill Lindsey. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Nancy Lindsey, White House, TN; sons, Dwayne (Diane) Lindsey, Whites Creek, TN and Barry Lindsey, White House, TN; daughter, Darlene (Ronny) Huff, White House, TN; brothers, Oscar (Betty) Carver, Bellevue, TN, James E. (Barbara) Lindsey, White House, TN and Rudy A. (Faye) Lindsey, Hendersonville, TN; 3 grandchildren, Christie, Jessica and Hanna; 5 great-grandchildren, Becca, Jaylee, Alley Faith, Jackson and Jameson.
Funeral service was Monday, November 28, 2022 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Whie House with Bro. Keaton Bell officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers and with military honors. Visitation was Monday, November 28, 2022 10am til 2pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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