Obituaries: Week of March 1, 2026, In Loving Memory
ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE:
(Smokey Barn News)
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Donald Ray Burney
March 3, 1935 ~ February 20, 2026
90 Years Old
Donald Ray Burney, 90, of Cedar Hill, passed away on Friday February 20, 2026. His remains were cremated, and a graveside committal service will be conducted Friday March 13th at 11:00 a.m. in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tim Harris officiating.
Donald was born March 3, 1935, in Robertson County, to the late Harry and Annie Murphy Burney. He was a self-employed contractor and was of the Church of Christ faith. Donald enjoyed hunting, fishing, junking, and tinkering. His favorite pastime was going to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, where he especially loved going to the Dixie Stampede and riding go-carts.
Donald will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Sue Burney, who died in October of 2011. In addition to his parents and his beloved wife, he was preceded in death by his daughters: Paula Marie Burney and Donna Sue Leavell, and by his siblings: J.W. Burney, Odell Burney, and Elizabeth Watts.
Donald is survived by his granddaughter: Brandy Rae Crawford and her husband Samuel Nichalous Crawford of Springfield, by his great granddaughter: Angel Rae Crawford, and by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.
Services have been entrusted to the Robertson County Funeral Home
In the news, Donald lost his life tragically in an automobile accident. Click here for the report.
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Lee Allan Simpson
November 27, 1939 ~ February 25, 2026
86 Years Old
Lee Allan Simpson, age 86 of Springfield, passed from his life on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Morningside of Springfield. His wishes were to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mr. Simpson was born November 27, 1939 in Harmony, WI to the late Edwin and Francess Salek Simpson. He was retired from AT&T as an engineer and was a veteran of the United States Air Force and the National Guard. He enjoyed reading and learning and was passionate about his health. He also enjoyed eating out and going on cruises, especially for the buffets. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Bonnie Sprouse; brothers, Edwin “Pat” and Kenneth Simpson; and a sister, Annette Nowicki.
Surviving him are his wife, Brenda Goldate Simpson of Springfield; son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Stephanie Simpson of Greenbrier; daughters, Laurie Simpson of New Orleans, LA and Wendy Simpson of Gretna, LA; sister, Sharon Simpson of Oak Forest, IL; six grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
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Joseph “Sonny” Long, Jr.
January 9, 1949 ~ February 27, 2026
77 Years Old
Joseph Byrns “Sonny” Long, Jr. died Friday February 27, 2026 at NHC in Springfield, Tennessee, having battled the vicissitudes of infirmity and age for over two decades. (He chose to leave the field of his own accord and on his terms).
He was born in Springfield, Tennessee, January 9th, 1949, and lived in Cedar Hill, Tennessee until 1956. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1967 and received a BA degree in political science from Vanderbilt University in 1972 (It took him an extra year to figure out that he was not cut out to be an engineer and that college required more effort than high school.)
After graduation Mr. Long worked for Architect-Engineer Associates in Nashville, Tennessee as a technical writer/architectural historian. During his tenure with that firm, he authored several reports cataloging historic buildings and districts in Tennessee cities. Notable among these were the Beale Street Historic District in Memphis and the Second Avenue Historic District in Nashville, as well as sites in Knoxville and Clarksville.
In 1978, he joined the U.S. Border Patrol and worked as a Border Patrol Agent in Eagle Pass, Texas until 1983. In 1984 he joined the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). As a DEA Special Agent, he served in Nogales, Arizona; Lexington, Kentucky; Birmingham, Alabama and El Paso, Texas. He also served a four- month tour of duty as an instructor at the DEA Academy in Quantico, Virginia, and three ninety-day tours in Peru. He held the collateral position of field firearms officer for most of his DEA career. He was promoted to Supervisory Special Agent in 1999 and retired from Federal service in July of 2002 as the Executive Assistant to the Director of DEA’s El Paso Intelligence Center.
He was a member of the Robertson County Historical Society, Sigma Nu Fraternity, the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, and a Life Endowment Member of the National Rifle Association
He enjoyed hunting, and read extensively, especially on the subjects of U.S. history. aviation, military and architecture. He made it a point throughout his years of law enforcement service to encourage, counsel and support persons interested in pursuing law enforcement careers. He did not suffer fools gladly, but considered his greatest blessing to be the quantity and quality of persons he was privileged to call his friends.
Mr. Long was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Byrns Long, Sr. and Stella Anderson Long. He is survived by his sister, Emily Long Dugan (Terry) of Lilburn, Georgia.
Mr. Long has requested his remains be cremated with his ashes spread over a special place in Texas and his farm in Humphreys County. He also requested there be no service.
If so, desired memorial contributions can be made to the 100 Club of Nashville, the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund or the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation.
Services have been entrusted to the Robertson County Funeral Home
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Sue (Beliles) Davenport
March 31, 1938 ~ February 24, 2026
87 Years Old
Sue Davenport, 87, of Springfield, passed from this life on Tuesday February 24, 2026, at her home. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday March 4th at 12:30 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Anne Proctor and Andrew Hunter officiating. Interment will be at 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday in the Spring Hill Cemetery, in Nashville, with Terry Hunter, Donnie Bryan, Jered Goodfred, Hunter Goodfred, Jackson Goodfred, and Mark Bryan serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Andrew Hunter and Finn Hunter. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Ms. Sue was born March 31, 1938, in Belton, KY (Muhlenberg County) to the late Dallas Dalton and Edith Annes Beliles. She grew up in the country on a farm and was one of seven children. She attended East Nashville High School and then on to Hume Fogg in Nashville, where she graduated in 1956. After graduating, she was employed for one year at WSM Radio, where she answered phones, made copies, and was considered a “runner”. She then went to work at Genesco, where she trained and became a chemist in the glue portion to glue shoes. After meeting Franklin “Gene” Davenport at a YMCA dance on a Saturday night, they later married and moved to Greenbrier. After all her children were born, she decided to stay close to home and was employed at Tennlite and then on to Ingersoll-Rand where she worked for 20 years and retired as a supervisor in the shipping and receiving department. After retirement, she was the bookkeeper for their rental properties and then became caregiver to her husband.
Ms. Sue loved gospel music and sang in the choir at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where she was also an Act Teen and GA leader. She loved NASCAR racing and would take her kids to Highland Rim on Saturday night to enjoy the races. Ms. Sue also enjoyed league bowling and won many trophies. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the highlight of her life.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Franklin “Gene” Davenport and by her sister: Janice McPherson. Ms. Sue is survived by her children: Kenneth Davenport of Springfield, Deborah Hunter and husband Terry of Springfield, and Donna Bryan and husband Donnie of Mt. Juliet, by her grandchildren: Cassie Goodfred and husband Jered, Andrew Hunter and wife Andrea, and Mark Bryan and wife Reagan, by her great grandchildren: Jackson and Hunter Goodfred, and Finn Hunter, by her special nieces: Anita Clark and Darlene Ayers, and by her siblings: Dalton Beliles of Belton, KY, JoAnn Drumheller of Beachmont, KY, Shirley Carver of Beachmont, KY, Marta Morphew of Central City, KY, and Karen Trent of Browder.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Kenny Ray Elliott
August 19, 1964 ~ March 1, 2026
61 Years Old
Kenneth Ray “Kenny” Elliott, 61, of Springfield, passed away from this life Sunday, March 1, 2026, at his home. Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM with brother Jim Lassiter officiating. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 4:00 – 8:00 PM and on Thursday from 12:00 noon until the service at 2:00 PM. His wishes were to be cremated following the services.
Mr. Elliott was born on August 19, 1964, in Denver, Colorado to the late Jesse Jones Elliott and the late Phyllis Irene Donkin Pendleton. He was a graduate of the Springfield High School class of ’83, and he retired from the U. S. Navy after ten and a half years of service. Mr. Elliott was a machinist for 28 years. He was a member of Robertson County 4-H, and he was active with the American Legion. In his free time, Mr. Elliott enjoyed fishing, coon hunting, raising goats, bailing hay, chopping wood, making walking canes, playing BINGO, and most of all, spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Elliott is preceded in death by his brother: Scott Allan Elliott, and sisters: Kerry Kay Spicer, and Rebecca Lynn Daniels (Hardaway). He is survived by his daughters: Amanda (Clarence) Carthren of Dyersburg, Heather (Jonathon) Barrett of Greenbrier, and Elizabeth (Jeremy) Burgess of Cornersville, by his sister: Lanette Spicer of Keysburg, KY, by his eighteen grandchildren, by his great-grandson: Teegan, by his special friend: Cheryl Parker of Springfield, by his step-sons: Andy (Magen) Honeycutt of LaVergne, and Joey (Morgan) Honeycutt of Brush Creek, by the mother of his children: Patricia Elliott of Portland, and by several nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
The family requests, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made payable to the Wounded Warrior Project. Memorial donations may be sent in care of Robertson County Funeral Home.
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Charley Holland
April 28, 1972 ~ March 1, 2026
53 Years Old
Charles Clayton “Charley” Holland, 53, of Orlinda, passed away on Sunday March 1, 2026, at his home. A time of visitation with the family will be held on Friday March 6th from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Charley was born April 28, 1972, in Portland, to the late Johnny and Edwena Spivey Holland. He was a graduate of East Robertson High School Class of 1991 and was a member or Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Orlinda. Charley worked over 25 years for Electrolux in Springfield as a forklift operator and worked for over 10 years at Wal-Mart in Springfield. He loved NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt, and football, especially the Tennessee Titans and Tennessee Vols. Charley loved helping at the Byrum Porter Center in Orlinda and going camping. His favorite pastime was watching the Dukes of Hazard, Ghost Hunters, and horror movies on TV.
Charley is survived by his wife: Connie Ruland of Russellville, KY, by his daughter and son-in-law: Emma and Jesse Hutchison of Adairville, KY, by his son: Clayton Holland of Russellville, KY, by his grandchild: Cooper Gilliam, and by his brother and sister-in-law: Buster and Tonya Holland of Springfield.
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William Clark Bellar
December 31, 1942 ~ March 3, 2026
83 Years Old
William Clark Bellar, 83, of Orlinda, TN passed away suddenly on March 3, 2026, at his home. Services will be conducted Friday, March 6, 2026, at 6 PM at Cross Plains United Methodist Church with Pastor John Vida officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 2 PM- time of service at the church.
William was born December 30, 1942, in Greenbrier, TN to the late Guy Bellar and Ethel Parker Bellar. He was a member of the Greenbrier High School Class of 1963. He served in the US Army from 1964-1966. He retired in 2005, from AVCO Aerostructures in Nashville, TN after 32 years of service. In the 1970’s he coached Junior Pro football in Greenbrier. In 2007 he along with other team members of the 1960-’61 football team were inducted into the Greenbrier High School Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2009 he was individually inducted into the Hall of Fame.
William was an active member of the Cross Plains United Methodist Church where he served as a Trustee until his death. He was also an active member of the Cross Plains Heritage Commission from 1994 until his death where he served on the Board of Directors and helped with the restoration and maintenance of the Doctor’s House Museum & Archives.
Known as a Mr. Fix-It, he helped friends and family with many furniture restorations and other projects. He was an accomplished craftsman who enjoyed building furniture for his family. From 1992-1997 he restored Patterson Place, a historic home in Cross Plains, and assisted others with home restoration projects. He enjoyed playing golf, working in his wood shop, landscaping and yard work, attending grandkids sporting events, helping others and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, John, Claude, Tommy and Charles Bellar and sisters Elizabeth Reid, Annie Crabtree, Myrtle Ayers, Lou Bryant and son-in-law, Scott Breedlove.
William is survived by his wife of 59½ years, Nancy Richards Bellar and children; Richard C Bellar (Cindy), Sharon Harrison (Bryan) and Nancy Janelle Breedlove; grandchildren, Cristin Fletcher, Preston Albright, Josh Bellar, Janie Breedlove, Jacob Bellar, Anthony & Katie Breedlove, Dillon & Hannah Harrison and Luke Bellar and great-grandchildren; Maleigha Fletcher, Mason Bellar, Karma Albright, Laya Albright, Ava Bellar and Houston & Silas Harrison. He is also survived by brother-in-law, Robert Bryant, and Mike Richards and sisters-in-law, Becky Bellar, Nancy Pennington Bellar, Sharen Jones Bellar, and Shea Krisle
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Cross Plains United Methodist Church or the Cross Plains Heritage Commission.
At William’s request, William will be cremated and a private burial will be held at a later date.
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Dorothy Danise (Davis) Draughon
February 27, 1935 ~ March 4, 2026
91 Years Old
Dorothy Danise Davis Draughon, age 91 of Springfield, passed from this life on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at her home. There will be a private graveside at the Springfield Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with Tim Harris officiating and Katherine Greer, Jeremiah Greer, Bradley Martin Steven Martin, Michael Greer, Dennis David, and Tommy Marshall serving as pallbearers.
Mrs. Draughon was born February 27, 1935 in Lynnville to the late John W. and Mattie Sue White Davis. She enjoyed reading, doing crafts, sewing, working crossword puzzles, and traveling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Harold Draughon; brothers, Willie, Lonnie, Bobby, and J.W. Davis, Jr.; and sisters, Louise Marshall and Evelyn Marshall.
Surviving her are her daughters and sons-in law, Debra and Geary Greer of Goodlettsville, Bonny and Kevin Martin of Cedar Hill, and Dianna Dorris of Springfield; grandchildren, Katherine Greer, Jeremiah Greer, Bradley Martin, and Steven Martin; and great grandchildren, Marshall Greer and Everly J. Martin.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to the American Cancer Society. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
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Jerry Johnson
December 24, 1949 – February 23, 2026
Jerry “P-Joe” Brady Johnson, age 76, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by family, Monday, February 23, 2026, at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 o’clock pm, Friday, February 27th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Randy Riggs and Bro. Larry Dunlap officiating.
Burial will follow in Goodsprings Cemetery in Pleasant View with Brent Johnson, Todd Johnson, Ryan Parker, Matthew Nicholson, Benji Knight, and Logan Hunter serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, February 26th from 4:00-8:00PM, and again on Friday beginning at 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mr. Johnson was born on December 24, 1949, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Samuel & Juanita Pinkleton Johnson. Jerry was the owner and started Innovative Energy Solutions. He was a great electrician and created 7 patents. He loved to laugh, joke, and to help people along the way. Jerry was a friend to many, a great husband, dad, grandfather and was a member of Good Springs Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, Tom, Susan, Larry, and Bill; and granddaughter, Ellison “Ellie” Johnson.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Janice Johnson; son, Andy (Kristen) Johnson; brothers, Lewis Johnson and Pat (Sherry) Johnson; and grandchildren, Evie and Millie Johnson.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Johnson’s memory to St.Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl., Memphis, Tn 38105-9959.
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James Caldwell Burkey
July 28, 1951 – February 24, 2026
James Caldwell Burkey, age 74 of White House passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at The Residence of Alive Hospice. He was born July 28, 1951 in Osaka, Japan to William Alfred & Henrietta Smythe Burkey.
He was employed as a computer programmer with the State of Tennessee before his retirement. He enjoyed playing guitar, horse racing and was an avid Washington Commanders and Baltimore Orioles fan. He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Ilene Forsht and Etta Herrin.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Susan Burkey; son, Michael (Brittany) Burkey, both of White House, TN; brother, William Burkey, VA; 3 grandchildren, Micah Keeler, Penelope Burkey and Willa Burkey.
A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 12 noon in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Inurnment immediately following in White House Memorial Gardens.
Visitation is planned for Thursday, March 12, 2026 10AM-12PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are requested to Alive Hospice 1718 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203.
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Mildred “Millie” Maurene Felts
July 16, 1939 – February 26, 2026
Mildred Maurene “Millie” Felts, age 86 of Portland, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026 at The Residence of Alive Hospice. She was born July 16, 1939 in Mayfield, KY to Jack & Effie Rogers Raye. She worked as a homemaker.
Millie enjoyed watching Westerns, listening to Elvis, dancing, collecting and wearing all kinds of earrings and eating catfish and drinking “margaritas”. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, James “Junior” Felts; son, Rickie Felts; brother, Floyd Raye and sister, Vivian Kinsley. She is survived by her son Steve (Maribeth) Felts, Cross Plains, TN; daughter, Gayna Felts, Louisville, KY; brother, Bill (Jo) Raye, Paducah, KY; 9 grandchildren, Shane, Samuel & Andrew Hook, Cameran Fuentes, Colton Felts, Skylar &Emma Singer, David & Athena Felts; 2 great-grandchildren, Isla & Matilda Hook.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Alive Hospice or The Byrum Porter Senior Center. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AUSTIN & BELL 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 3718 (615)672-5000 www.austinandbell.com
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James Robert Keeler Sr
April 6, 1954 – February 26, 2026
James Robert “Bobby” Keeler, Sr. age 71 of Cottontown passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026 at his home. He was born April 6, 1954 in Clarksville, TN to James Greenfield & Frances McCloud Keeler. He worked as a truck driver for MS Logistics and was a member of Long Hollow Baptist Church.
He enjoyed fishing and hunting, was an avid UT Football fan and loved spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Joe Frank McCloud and James Wesley Keeler. He is survived by his loving wife of 53-1/2 years, Brenda Keeler, Cottontown, TN; son, Rob (Glennda) Keeler, Portland, TN; sister, Ava Ann Hudgins, Cross Plains, TN; 3 grandchildren, Ally Keeler, Clayton Keeler and Braxton Keeler; great-grandchildren, Daxton and Oak..
A Celebration of Life memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026 in the Long Hollow Baptist Church chapel at 12PM. Visitation will be held at the church from 10AM-12PM prior to the service at the church.
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Diann Kay Palmquist
August 18, 1948 – February 27, 2026
Diann Kay Palmquist, age 77 of Portland, TN went home to be with the Lord Friday, February 27, 2026 at Hendersonville Medical Center. She was born August 18, 1948 in Titusville, PA to William & Mary Ann Kitelinger Kolacek. She worked in various clerical positions over the years before becoming disabled. She enjoyed fishing camping, especially helping her husband on Boy Scout campouts.
She attended Orlinda First Baptist Church when she was able. Diann is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving husband and caregiver of 56 years, Ernie Palmquist, Portland, TN; sons, Steven Palmquist, Portland, TN and Dmitro Palmquist, Franklin, KY; brother, Karl (Debbie) Kolacek; sister, Linda Shaffer, both of PA; 2 grandchildren, Dmitro Palmquist, Jr. and Catherine Palmquist.
There is no visitation or service scheduled. Mrs. Palmquist’s ashes will be inurned in PA at a later date.
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Roger Dale Phelps
July 20, 1959 – February 28, 2026
Roger Dale Phelps, age 66, of Springfield, made his Journey to the Spirit World Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the home of a family member. Funeral services will be conducted at 11am Friday, March 6, 2026, in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield, with Bro. Mike Brady officiating. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 5-8pm Thursday and again from 10-11am Friday at the funeral home.
Mr. Phelps was born July 20, 1959, in Ashland, KY, to the late Robert Gene Phelps, and the late Florence Loubell Plunkett Phelps. He is a U. S. Army veteran and had worked as a Maintenance Technician at the hospital for many years.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Phelps was preceded in death by a son, Todd Needham; and brothers, Jimmy Craig and Bobby Phelps.
He is survived by his children, Bonnie (Bo) Moore, Brian Phelps, Iris (Ricky) Mantlo, and Brad (Lori) Needham; 7 grandchildren, Cameron Phelps, Christopher Warren, Chloe Mantlo, Bailey (Chase) Swainson, Kaitlyn (Jacob) Carroll, Tyler Jackson and Caitlyn (Zach) Lee; 4 great grandchildren, Tyra Lee, Tori Lee, Tanner Lee, and Paisley Swainson; brothers, Ray Phelps and Terry (Janet) Phelps; special friends, Kathy Phelps and Kathrine Surerus Davis; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial donations be made to Austin & Bell Funeral Home to assist with final expenses.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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Janet Elaine Long
August 9, 1951 – March 1, 2026
Janet Elaine Long, age 74 of White House passed away Sunday morning, March 1, 2026 at her home. She was born August 9, 1951 in Kingsport, TN to Ernest & Kate Craddock Barrett. She was employed with GMC before her retirement. She enjoyed dancing, traveling and was an avid reader.
She enjoyed watching her grandchildren play sports of any kind. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobbie Carter Long; brother, Wayne Barrett. She is survived by her sons, Joshua Aaron (Laura) Porter, Chattanooga, TN and Justin Chad (Christy) Porter, Clayton, NC; daughter, Krystal (Kevin) Catlin, White House, TN; sister, Frankie (JD) Myers, Padre Island, TX; 12 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren.
There is no service or visitation planned. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AUSTIN & BELL 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188 (615) 672-5000 www.austinandbell.com
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Jo Ann Smith
August 13, 1938 – March 1, 2026
Jo Ann Smith, a dearly loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, pastor’s wife, and nurse, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on August 13, 1938, Jo Ann lived a life defined by faith, compassion, service, and unwavering devotion to her family and her Lord.
Her life was firmly anchored in her love for Jesus Christ and her love for her family. Jo Ann did not simply speak of faith — she lived it daily. Through seasons of joy and seasons of challenge, she trusted God completely.
She was preceded in death by her Father, George Kinder, her Mother Frances Kinder and her Husband Ralph E. Smith Jr.
She is survived by her sisters, Linda Billham (Don), Erva Reardon (Jim), sons Ralph E.Smith III (Maria),Daniel Smith (Connie) and her daughter Julie Elerick (Jimmy),12 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 12pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with her son, Pastor Dan Smith officiating. Interment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens with family serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Wednesday, March 4, 2026 10AM-12PM at the funeral home.
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Keith William Bay
November 13, 1958 – March 1, 2026
Keith William Bay, age 67, of Mt. Juliet, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 at the TriStar Summit Medical Center. Graveside services will be conducted at 3pm Friday, March 6th in the Bellwood Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 12-2pm Friday at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.
Mr. Bay was born November 13, 1958, in Rockingham, NC, to the late Willie Bee Bay, and the late Ruby Lee McMurtry. He was the Owner/Operator and Mechanic of his own Automotive Repair Shop.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bay was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Wade Bay; grandparents, Earl and Edna Bay, Sr.; uncles, Charles Bay and Earl Bay, Jr.; and special aunts, Sandra Faye McMurtry, Genevia Bradshaw and Dorothy Reed.
He is survived by his daughter, Jamie (Damon) Lewis; grandson, D.J. Lewis; brother, Gary Wayne (Becky) Bay; sister, Sandra Elizabeth (Frank) Hoilman; aunts, Juanita Stephenson and Peggy Bay; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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Margaret Douglas
July 7, 1940 – March 2, 2026
Margaret Elizabeth Douglas, age 85, of Springfield, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026 at The Waters of Springfield. A graveside service will be held in the Springfield Memorial Gardens at 11am, Friday, March 20, 2026 to bury Ms. Douglas’ cremains.
Ms. Douglas was born July 7, 1940 in Robertson County to the late Bill and Adeline Douglas. She was a homemaker and was of the Christian faith. She loved working puzzle books and watching The Lawrence Welk Show and Days of Our Lives. She loved her grandbabies and great-grandbabies and truly enjoyed her life. She was good and kind to everyone and never met a stranger.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Douglas is preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Knight. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Susan Knight of Springfield; daughter and son-in-law, Margaret “Sissy” and Brad Pearson of Goodlettsville; grandchildren, Kurstie (Beau) Scruggs, Michael Maynard, Chris Freels, and Courtney (Tyrees) Jones; and great-grandchildren, Kaiden, Lexani, Davon, Nikolai, Brylan, Kobie, Isiah, Emma and Brackon.
Ms. Douglas’ family would like to thank the nurses at The Waters of Springfield and Gentiva Hospice for the love and care for their mother.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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Margaret Ann White
November 26, 1946 – March 2, 2026
Margaret Ann White, age 79 of Greenbrier, passed away Monday March 2, 2026 at her residence. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 in the Chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier at 2pm with Bro. Bob Kirby officiating. Burial will follow in Greenbrier cemetery with Troy Parker, Tracy Parker, Josh Winters, Brady Parker, Daniel Parker and Josh Burton serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends beginning at 10am until time of the service at 2pm on Thursday, March 5th.
Margaret was born November 26, 1946 in Nashville, TN to the late Jesse Crews Smith and Martha Lurlene Bailey Smith. She was also preceded in death by a brother, William Smith.
She loved her children and grandchildren very much. She also enjoyed gardening and caring for animals. She was a member of Metro Baptist Church.
She is survived by husband, James White; sons, Troy Parker, Tracy (Mariann) Parker; sister, Jessica Mayo; grandchildren, Josh Winters, Christopher Ray, Savannah Parker, Brady Parker, Daniel Parker, Julia Parker and great-grandchildren Hailey Parker and Kaci Ray.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. Online condolences may be made at www.austinandbell.com
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Joyce Ann Holman
August 2, 1935 – March 4, 2026
Joyce Ann Holman, age 90, of Clarksville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at her home.
In accordance with her wishes, her remains will be cremated and no services are scheduled at this time.
Mrs. Holman was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on August 2, 1935, the daughter of the late Victor Charles & Maude Virginia Fehliman Myers. She was a homemaker.
Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Doyle Holman; children: Cheri, Teri, David, and Julie; seventeen grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View assisted the family with these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615)746-4433 www.austinandbell.com
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Wanda Rodriguez
September 13, 1942 – January 23, 2026
Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God.”
Wanda Nell Rodriguez, age 83, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026 at her home.
As per Wanda’s wishes, she will be cremated and her memorial service will be at Mallory’s Church, 4330 Thomasville Road, Chapmansboro, Tennessee 37035, on March 7, 2026 at 10:00AM.
Mrs. Wanda’s life journey began on September 13, 1942 in Jackson, Tennessee. As a devoted believer in Christ Jesus, she embodied the values of love, kindness, and compassion. Family time and holidays held a special place in her heart. Mrs. Wanda’s generosity and care for others inspired those around her. She found joy in music and movies, particularly classic country and family dinners. With a passion for cooking, Mrs. Wanda spent over 30 years in the restaurant business, sharing her talents and creating lasting memories for her loved ones. Mrs. Wanda’s legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched.
Mrs. Wanda is preceded in death by her father, James Henry Sullivan, and her mother, Nellie Varnell Trice; sons, Charles D. Hubbard and Roy D. Hubbard; brother, Jerry Sullivan (wife, Beverly); sister, Cora E. Ray (husband, Clyde, Jr.) sister-in-law, Barbara Sullivan; niece, Lori L. Ray.
Survivors include her life partner, Gary L. Jones; daughter, Victoria Hubbard (Gary “Steve” Watts); brothers, Earlis Sullivan (wife, Renae), and Jimmy Sullivan; brother-in-law, Ron Jones; cousin, Michael C. Montoya; grandchildren, Ambermarie Lowe, Christina Baird (Ryan), Erika Colon (Christian), Allison Burgo (Henry), and Matthew Niebuhr; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; and many, many extended family members.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View assisted the family with these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433 www.austinandbell.com
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