Obituaries: Week of April 27, 2025, In Loving Memory
ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE:
(Smokey Barn News)
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Helen Marie Poole
May 3, 1952 ~ April 21, 2025 (age 72)
Helen Marie Poole, age 72 of Orlinda, passed from this life on Monday, April 21, 2025 at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Orlinda Baptist with Pastor Lance Wamble and Dr. David Jicka officiating. Burial will follow in Jake Link Cemetery in Cottontown with Dalton Poole, Danny Poole, Dillion Poole, Roger Carter, William Carter, Joel Bernard, and David Poole serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer will be James Larry “Jimmy” Poole, Jr. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday from 4 until 7 PM and Saturday from 11 AM until the time of service.
Helen was born May 3, 1952 in Cottontown to the late Lois and Sue Ethel Rigsbee Poole. She was a member of Orlinda Baptist Church and had worked at Orlinda Shirt Factory. She liked hummingbirds, windchimes, dogs, photography, flowers, and painting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, James Larry and Jerry Dean Poole, and a sister, Shirley Ray Ketron.
Surviving her are her daughter, Emily Poole of Orlinda; sisters, Icy Rennier Sautter of Orlinda and Wanda Kay Goodman of Florida; nephews, James Larry “Jimmy” Poole, Jr., Andrew Ketron, and Bubba Sautter; and nieces, Ashley Thorhauer, Sarah Ketron, Kristen Goodman, Jennifer Fortenberry, and Sherry Gammon.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to Robertson County Funeral Home to help the family with funeral expenses.
Arrangements entrusted to Robertson County Funeral Home
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Albert Alden Fentress
December 21, 1943 ~ April 21, 2025 (age 81)
Albert Alden Fentress, age 81 of Greenbrier, Tennessee passed from this life on April 21, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Monday April 28, 2025, in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. A private graveside service will follow in Mt. Sharon Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday at the Robertson County Funeral Home from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at 1 pm.
Mr. Fentress was born in Greenbrier on December 21, 1943, to the late Albert C. Fentress and Mildred Dunn Fentress. His wife, Susan Groth Fentress also preceded him in death. He attended Hillcrest Church of Christ, was retired from Ford Glass and served in the Tennessee National Guard..Mr. Fentress found great joy and satisfaction in taking care of his home and property.
Surviving him are his son and daughter-in-law, Dave M. and Heather Fentress, his daughter, Emily Fentress, his grandchildren, Molly and Caroline Fentress, his brother Irving Fentress and his sister Janice Surti.
If so desired the family request that memorial contributions may be made in Alberts memory to the St. Jude Childrens Hospital. All donations may be sent in care of Robertson County Funeral Home.
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Debbie “Tooley” (Wilson) Riggins
January 10, 1951 ~ April 24, 2025 (age 74)
Debbie “Tooley” Riggins, age 74 of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Thursday, April 24th, 2025, at Tristar Skyline Medical Center. Memorial services will be conducted Saturday May 3rd, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of service.
Ms. Riggins was born January 10th, 1951, in Springfield to the late James H. and Peggy “Sue” Wilson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Felix Ray Riggins and her sister Scarlett (Wilson) Harris. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and retired from Dometic Corporation. She loved spending time with her family. She also enjoyed reading, sitting outside, feeding the birds, thrifting, listening to gospel music and attending gospel singings.
She is survived by her daughters: Jana Michelle Lasalle (Dennis), Chastity Suzanne Malugen (Jason) and Destiny Rae Riggins all of Greenbrier. Her brother James “Jim” Wilson (Carol) and grandchildren: Payton Aldred (Justin), Logan Malugen and Parker Lasalle.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Robertson County Funeral Home.
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Jimmy Lambert
June 7, 1944 ~ April 25, 2025 (age 80)
James Arthur “Jimmy” Lambert, age 80 of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Friday, April 25, 2025 at his lake house in Lewisburg, KY. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Ralph Carter officiating. Burial will follow in Greenbrier Cemetery with Brayden Chunn, Treble Chunn, Dalton Burroughs, Larry Chunn, Steve Teague, Dale Cohea, and Brandon Lambert serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Juil Bennett, Jr. and Aiden Lambert. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11 AM until the time of service.
Mr. Lambert was born June 7, 1944 in Antioch to the late Walmouth Lawrence and Annie Bell Walpole Lambert. He was the oldest living member of Ridgetop First Baptist Church and was retired from the Tennessee Department of Transportation. He was a member of the 1963 graduating class of Antioch High School and was a lifelong resident of Robertson County. He enjoyed spending time with his family, bluegrass music, and gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Lambert.
Surviving him are his wife of 58 years, Rita Davenport Lambert of Greenbrier; son and daughter-in-law, William and Gabrielle Lambert of Cumberland Furnace; daughters and sons-n law, Angela and Juil, Jr. Bennett and Cherryl and Larry Chunn, both of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Brandon Lambert, Faith Armes, Aiden Lambert, Machalia Burroughs, Brayden Chunn, and Treble Chunn; great grandchildren, Raylynn Lambert, Autumn Lambert, and Callum Burroughs; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond and Harriett Lambert of Nashville, Wayne and Sandy Lambert of Smyrna, and Josephine Lambert of Mt. Juliet.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to the Make A Wish Foundation. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
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Jane Ellen Keith
February 22, 1953 — April 23, 2025
Cross Plains
Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935, and passed away at his home in Memphis, TN on August 16. 1977. Did you know that? Jane did. Did you know that the first movie she saw “in color” was The Wizard of Oz at Linda Kincaid’s house? The Wizard of Oz was always her favorite movie. Do you know how many little people were part of the ensemble cast to film The Wizard of Oz? Jane would want you to know the answer is 124. Do you prefer John Wayne’s Rio Bravo, El Dorado or The Searchers? FYI, the correct answer is The Searchers. Can you name all the members of the Rat Pack? If not, the answer is Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford and Joey Bishop. People always forget about Joey Bishop, but not Jane, she knew all of them. Jane watched all the Elvis movies in the theatre and then would immediately purchase the album soundtrack and learn all the songs. Jane leaves behind an impressive stock of Elvis memorabilia worthy of any yard sale in the south.
Jane was an “old movie” aficionado, well versed in mafia culture and took to her grave that as an actor, Marlon Brando was overrated. In addition to a house full of movie memorabilia, Jane leaves behind 53 pairs of scissors because “you never know when you’re going to need them”. Jane was banned from Hip Donelson, Hip White House, and Hip Cross Plains for violating platform guidelines in the same week. This may have been the best week of her life.
Jane loved her 30 plus years working at Nacarato Volvo GMC. She held a great deal of affection for Bob, Mike Jr, Joe, Lynn F, Little Lynn, Maria, Clyde and many more. She treated her brother Billy, like a baby well into his 60’s. She admired the strength of her sister Joan, her entire life. She adored her mother, Betty. She loved Her Tina, Treyman, and Candi. She embraced the roll of Granny Goober “Goo Goo” for Charlee Rose, Okleydude, KinleyBeth, Easton, Tatum and was proud Baby Kohen made it home from the hospital. Jane remained close with her high school friends and enjoyed the frequent lunches and visits over the last few years. This author has a contractual obligation to remind everyone she was awarded the Two Rivers High School superlative for Most Courteous in 1971. Finally, she loved her son Chris. Jane always said, “kids are like a bad poker hand, and sometimes you have to play the cards you were dealt”.
She is survived by her son, Chris (Allison) Keith; granddaughter, Charlee Rose; sister, Joan Barnfield; brother, Billy Barnfield (Cindy); nieces and nephews, Candice Haggard (Thomas), Kristina Stubblefield (Mark), Trey Barnfield (Kalee), Casey Cappadona (Nick), and Rachel Barnfield. She is also survived by her great nieces and nephews, Kinley, Easton, Jennifer, Isaiah, Okley, Tatum and Kohen.
She is preceded in death by her parents Betty Ann Barnfield and Billy R. Barnfield, and her aunt Mary Jo Etheridge.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to The Nashville Rescue Mission or the American Red Cross Disaster Relief.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Cole & Garrett Funeral Home
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Carolyn “Patsy” Meadows
November 19, 1940 – April 21, 2025
Carolyn Patricia (Patsy) Meadows, age 84 went home to be with the Lord, Monday, April 21, 2025 at her home. She was born November 19, 1940 in Nashville, TN to Harold & Orene Linder Clark. She was a graduate of Isaac Litton High School, where she played basketball from the 7th grade through the 12th grade. She attended Volunteer State and Vanderbilt studying Business Administration. Patsy started her business career with J.C. Bradford and continued in their research department for 38 years.
She was a member of Madison Creek Baptist Church, where she served faithfully in the Sanctuary Choir and as Treasurer. She met the love of her life, Robert Carl Meadows in White House, TN. Patsy loved traveling, having traveled with Carl around the United States, all of the islands and five cruises. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Carl Meadows; two sisters, Norma and Geraldine.
She is survived by her daughter, Tammy (Michael) Hammer, White House, TN; two granddaughters, Brook (Nick) Legan and Brittney (Corey Baker; three great-grandchildren, Madison Legan, Joseph Baker and Nova Baker; nth brothers, Ray (Wilma) Clark, FL, Claude “Buddy” Clark and Ronald Clark, both of TN. Funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Dr. James Ryan officiating. Interment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Thursday, April 24, 2025 10am-2pm at the funeral home. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AUSTIN & BELL 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188 (615)672-5000 www.austinandbell.com
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Isaac Hugh Reynolds
August 30, 1977 – April 21, 2025
Isaac Hugh Reynolds, age 47 of White House passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 21, 2025 at his home. He was born August 30, 1977 in Nashville, TN to Robert Hugh & Teresa Dyan Graves Reynolds. He was retired from the Portland Fire Department and had also worked for the White House Fire Department. His children were his entire life.
He loved firefighting, Alabama football, cooking on the grill and spending time with his family. He enjoyed mentoring young firefighters. Isaac is survived by his parents; Bobby and Teresa Reynolds, Portland, TN; sons, Benjamin Isaac Reynolds and Nathaniel Hugh Reynolds; daughter, Catherine Elizabeth Reynolds; mother of his children, Cathy Reynolds; brother, Robby (Monica) Reynolds, all of White House, TN, Funeral service is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Paul Edwards officiating.. Visitation is planned for Thursday, April 24, 2025 5-9pm and Friday, April 25, 2025 9-11am at the funeral home. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AUSTIN & BELL 533 Highway 76 WHite House, TN 37188 (615)672-5000 www.austinandbell.com
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Phyllis Del Muro
July 12, 1934 – April 24, 2025
Phyllis Lee Del Muro, age 90, of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Her wishes were to be cremated, and no services are planned at this time.
Mrs. Del Muro was born on July 12, 1934, in Los Angeles, California, to the late Hassel & Katherine Ratliff. She was a retired surgical nurse who loved traveling, dancing, and fine dining.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Barbara Calhoun.
She is survived by her husband, Luis G. Del Muro; son, David (Deanna) Del Muro; daughter, Toni (Steve) Barrios; sister, Myrna Dougherty; and 12 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433 www.austinandbell.com
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Bobby Ray Armour
February 11, 1945 – April 26, 2025
Bobby Ray Armour, age 80 of Greenbrier passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield. A Funeral Service will be held at 6pm on Monday, April 28th, 2025 in the Chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Rev. Donnie Bryant officiating. The family will receive friends from 4pm until the time of service at 6pm on Monday.
Bobby was born February 11, 1945 in Bowling Green, KY to the late Charles E. Devore and Mary Josephine Callis Armour. He was also preceded in death by his adopted father, William H. Armour; brothers, Michael Armour, Herbert; sisters, Connie Witt, Teresa Keymon and Ella Ruth Graves.
He is survived by daughters, Bobbie G. Dorris, Jackie R. Taylor; brother, Billy Armour: special friend of 18 plus years, Lana Atkinson; grandchildren, Nicholas (Hatty) Mazur, Trysten Spicer, Brandy (Aaron) Freeman, Brooke Dorris; great-grandchildren Freya Mazur and Chase Spicer.
He was a Meat Cutter at Kroger for 33 years.
Bobby loved playing and singing music around the area. One place he played at often was Morningside Assisted Living in Springfield and he loved going to the YMCA. Online condolences may be made at www.austnandbell.com. Austin & bell Funeral Home Greenbrier is in charge of arrangements.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41S, Greenbrier, TN 37073 – 615-643-4000
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Cody Fletcher
June 15, 1994 – April 27, 2025
James Cody Fletcher, age 30, of Springfield, Tennessee, died Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12 o’clock noon, Thursday, May 1st, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Pastor Ronnie Wiley officiating.
Burial will follow in Adams Cemetery with Bud Bollinger, Grant Burleson, Matt Franey, Toby Forrester, Hunter Chapman, Cody Friday, Carl Anderson, and Colton Lassiter serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, April 30th from 4:00-8:00PM, and again on Thursday beginning at 10:00AM until the hour of service at noon.
Cody was born on June 15, 1994, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, to Jim Fletcher and Lesa Miller Newman. He was a lineman at NES (Nashville Electric Service) and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jean & Jerry Miller and Jimmy Fletcher.
He is survived by his father, Jim (Chandra) Fletcher, mother, Lesa (Stacy) Newman, partner, Jordan Justice, son, Weston Fletcher, sister, Makayla (Cody) Talbott, grandmother, Joyce Fletcher, aunt, Jennifer Raines, “uncle” Mark Head, aunt & uncle, John & Stephanie Brown, uncle, Jonathan Newman, great-aunt, Linda Warren, step-grandparents, Mike & Bridges Albright, David & Jackie Poole, and Jerry & Sondra Newman, step-sister, Chloe Loftis (fiancé, Austin McWhirter), step-brothers Chris (Aubrey) Newman, Trace (Morgan) Crockett, and Trent Crockett (Kyleigh Ballard), and numerous nephews & cousins.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Cody’s son, Weston, for future expenses. Please make checks payable to Weston’s mother, Jordan Justice, and send in care of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433 www.austinandbell.com
Cody lost his life in a tragic motorcycle accident. You can find news coverage here.
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