In Loving Memory: Obituaries April 22-28, 2024
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Marlene Gregg
Marlene L. Gregg, age 90 of Springfield, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 26, 2024 at her home. She was born on November 19, 1933 in Bellingham, WA to the late Waldermer “Curly” and Ethel Whitney Gallman. She was a graduate of Mt. Baker High School in Denning, WA. After graduation she began working for the telephone company and met her future husband, Thurman Gregg at a dance hall while he was stationed at Oak Harbor as a part of the United States Navy. They married in 1955 in Mt. Vernon, WA and later moved to Tennessee. Thurman went to MTSU and Marlene worked for the phone company in Nashville and they later moved to Springfield, arriving in a 1949 automobile that never started again. Marlene then opened the Sewing Basket with the help of her father-in-law, Jim, which she ran for 35 years.
Early on, Marlene, who did not want to be a golf widow, was taught by Thurman and they went as a family to play golf. She was a believer and a longtime member of Springfield Baptist Church, where she taught 2nd grade and participated in Vacation bible School and Senior Adult Choir.
Preceding her in death are her husband, Thurman, who passed away in November of 2023; her parents; her son and daughter-in-law, Steven J. and Rita F. Gregg; and brother, Merle Gallman.
Surviving her are her granddaughters, Keri Ann Gregg of Springfield and Kristen Gregg of Virginia; great granddaughters, Nona and June; nieces, Martha Bray, Margaret Gallman, and Marlene Gallman Thurston; and sisters-in-law, Marion Gallman, Wanda Gregg, and Patti Gregg.
A Celebration of life will be held Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 1:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Dr. David Evans officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 11 AM until the hour of service.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Fred Morris
Fred Thomas Morris, age 92, of Clarksville, Tennessee, died Sunday, April 28, 2024 at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 11:00AM on Thursday, May 2nd, with Bro. Gene Parton officiating. Burial will follow in Mallory’s Cemetery with family serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 1st from 5:00PM until 8:00PM and again on Thursday from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM.
Mr. Morris was born on August 6, 1931, in Clarksville, Tennessee, to the late William & Cora Johnson Morris. He was retired from A.O. Smith after 20 years of service. Prior to that he worked for over 20 years in the snuff/tobacco industry. He also farmed and was a member of the East Montgomery Fire department for many years. Mr. Morris was a longtime member of Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church where he served as a deacon.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Marcia Jean Morris; sons, Roger Morris & Danny Morris; grandson, Jimmy Parshall; and 10 brothers & sisters.
Survivors include his daughter, Dawn (Karl) Parshall; grandchildren, Jeremy (Dana) Morris, John Morris, Nick Morris, Jessica (James) Cole, and Cody (Vicki) Parshall; and great-grandchildren, Austin, Aspen, Wyatt, Luke, Carsyn, Savannah, Jude, Hayden, Oliver, Colton, and Makayla.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church, 1280 Oaklawn Road, Chapmansboro, Tennessee 37035
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Jennifer Larsson
Jennifer Marie Larsson, age 33, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, died Friday, April 26, 2024.
There will be a private family memorial service held at a later date.
She is survived by her parents, Doug Larsson & Lori Wozny Larsson; and sons, Eryk Larsson & Dominic Larsson.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for John Nicholson
John Baxter Nicholson, 77, of Springfield, passed from this life on Saturday April 20, 2024, at his home.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday April 24th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Jason Jones officiating. Interment followed in the Hart Cemetery with Jerry V. Wooden, Corey Richardson, Jeff Walker, Mike Farmer, John Beasley, and John Fox serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Donnie Hart, Robert Head, Morton Penick, JL Alley, Bobby Choate, Winfield Wilkins, and Denny Choate. The family received friends on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.
John was born July 27, 1946, in Ashland City, to the late Baxter and Pauline Hagewood Nicholson. He was a graduate of Battle Ground Academy (BGA) Class of 1964. He went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from Austin Peay State University, where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha, and he then later graduated from the LSU School of Banking. John was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a community banker for many years and was a retired Senior Vice President from F&M Bank in Springfield. John was a member of Springfield First United Methodist Church, was a past president of the Springfield Country Club, a former member of the Springfield Lions Club, and was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution-Descendants of Valley Forge. John enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, antiquing, and playing golf.
John is survived by his wife: Mary Hart Nicholson of Springfield, by his son: Brian Nicholson and wife Lara of Springfield, by his daughters: Kimberly Nicholson Walker and husband Jeff of Springfield, and Kristen Nicholson of Nashville, by his grandchildren: Sarah and Lauren Nicholson, by his sisters: Gerri Nicholson of Buffalo, NY, Emily Savage of South Riding, VA, and his twin sister, Mary Nicholson of Woodbridge, VA, by the mother of his children: JoAnne Nicholson of Springfield, and by several nieces and nephews.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Springfield First United Methodist Church or to the Robertson County Animal Shelter.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Peggy Lynn Gower
Peggy Lynn Gower, age 74, of Springfield, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin and Bell Funeral in Greenbrier with Brother Randy Riggs officiating. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens, with William Eugene Gower, Jr., Joseph Irwin, Joshua Gower, Tyler Cato, Seth Gower, Jay Shutt serving as pallbearers and Jeremy Sneed serving as honorary pallbearer.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 3:00pm- 6:00pm at the funeral home and Wednesday from 11am till time of Service at 1pm.
Mrs. Gower was born July 17, 1949 in Hamilton County to the late Eugene and Marian Burns Smith. She worked as a truck driver and was of the Baptist faith. In her spare time she would play bingo, do puzzles, color, read, cook and watch game shows.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Gower is preceded in death by her husband, Roy B Gower, brothers, Johnny and Dennis Smith, and daughter Jennifer Gower.
Mrs. Gower is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Roy Bennett and Melody Gower III of Greenbrier and William Eugene and Cindy Gower of Adams; and daughter and son-in-law, Stacy Lynette and Robert Sneed of Cedar Hill; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren with one on the way.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Oscar Benton Jones
Oscar Benton Jones, age 77, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at the Waters of Springfield.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2pm Sunday, April 28th in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Pastor Jack Fry officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenbrier Cemetery with Zack Jones, Nick Jones, Baylee Jones, Noah Jones, Luke Jones, Blake Jones, and Nate Jones serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 12-2pm Sunday at the funeral home.
Mr. Jones was born December 27, 1946, in Robertson County, to the late William Sidney Jones and Marion Katherine Hughes Jones. He was a General Contractor most of his life.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Kaye Hulsey Jones; son, Thomas Lee Jones; and brothers, David Hughes, William Jones, and Ronnie Jones.
He is survived by sons, Christopher Benton (Kathy) Jones, Oscar Scott (Della) Jones, and David Keith (Tina) Jones; 10 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and a sister, Martha (L.C.) Glenn.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Doris Annette Mears
Doris Annette Gorrell Mears, age 86, of Greenbrier, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services will be held Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:30am in the chapel of Austin and Bell Funeral in Greenbrier with Brother David Goule officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenwood North Cemetery, 1248 Dickerson Rd. Goodlettsville, TN 37072 with friends and family serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends on Sunday from 4:00pm- 7:00pm at the funeral home.
Mrs. Mears was born October 5, 1937 in Nashville to the late Shelby and Maude Ray Blick Gorrell. She worked for a cleaning service and was a member of First Wesleyan Church of Nashville. Mrs. Mears loved yard sales and catching up with family and friends.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Mears is preceded in death by her husband, James Edgar Mears, brother, Hunter Gorrell, sisters, Nola Stone and Eurene Tate and grandson, Terry Lee Merritt, Jr.
Mrs. Mears is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and George Gunter of Crab Orchard, TN and daughter Vicki Thomas of Greenbrier, TN; sister, JoAnn Brooks of Nashville; 3 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great grandchildren, with one on the way.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Richard Brady
Richard Cleveland Brady, age 60, of Lebanon, Tennessee, formerly of Pleasant View, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at NHC Place Sumner in Gallatin.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Saturday, April 27th, with Bro. Jon Forrest officiating. Burial followed in EverRest of Cheatham with Jeremy Patrick, Jacob Patrick, Daniel Brady, Joseph Leurs, Joshua Myers, and Daramy Ford serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday, from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Richard was born on March 5, 1964 in Neptune City, New Jersey, to Linda Lou Brady & the late Richard Allen Brady. He was the owner and operator of R & R Drywall. Richard was a huge fan of any type of car and motorcycle racing and was especially fond of Dale Earnhardt. He loved his family and was very faithful and steadfast as a husband, father, son, grandfather and brother. He was a member of Bethel Free Will Baptist Church where he served as a trustee.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 38 years, Cherri Brady; son, Richard “Daniel” (Katrina) Brady; daughters, Brittany (Jeremy) Patrick and Victoria Shea (fiance` Joseph Leurs); brother, Ronald Brady; grandchildren, Jacob Patrick, Joshua Patrick, Brooklynn Patrick, Blakely Patrick, Luke Brady, Lily Brady, Aksel Brady, Ally Brady, Haley Leurs, and one on the way (Aeryn Shaye Brady); and one great-grandchild on the way.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Free Will Baptist Church, 2400 Mosley Ferry Rd, Ashland City, Tn 37015.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
(Updated) Obituaries April 15-22, 2024
Obituary for Dennis Gregory
Dennis R. Gregory, 73, of Springfield, passed away on Friday April 19, 2024, at his home.
Funeral services were conducted Monday April 22nd at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Taylor officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Ryan Gregory, Mac Gregory, Matthew Wikberg, Banie Winn Robertson, Ralph Dean, Chad Gregory, Mike Byrum, and Mark Pinkleton serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were James Curtis, Banie Robertson, Billy Ray White, and Jimmy Hart. The family received friends on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Dennis was born May 30, 1950, in Russellville, KY, to the late Palmer and Pearl Grimes Gregory. He was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1968. Dennis worked as a Tool & Die maker for ten years at Fred D. Wright company. He was a retired owner/operator of Palmer Gregory & Son Trucking, but his passion and what he loved most was being a farmer and working the land that God blessed him with. Dennis was a member of the Springfield Gideons and was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Stephen Gregory and Lynn Gregory.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 54 years: Sharon Evans Gregory of Springfield, by his son and daughter-in-law: Michael and Kerri Gregory of Springfield, by his daughter and son-in-law: Michelle and Kyle Wikberg of Springfield, by his grandchildren: Ryan Gregory, Olivia Gregory, Mac Gregory, Matthew Wikberg, and Madeline Wikberg, by his sister-in-law: Marie Gregory, by his nephew: Chad Gregory and wife Elizabeth, and by his great nephews: Alex and Colton Gregory all of Springfield.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Cedar Hill Baptist Church building fund and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Renee Redfern Obituary
Dovie Renee Redfern, age 58 of Orlinda, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Skyline Medical Center.
Her remains were cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Renee was born May 28, 1965 in Springfield. She worked as a caregiver in Home Health. She enjoyed family time and taking care of others, looking after their needs and especially cooking for them. In her spare time she enjoyed going fishing. She was preceded in death by her father, Marshall Redfern; a son, Eric Redfern; and a brother, James Redfern.
Surviving her are her son, Bryant (Hailey) Hassell of Springfield; daughter, Christa Hassell of Springfield; mother, Patsy Pulley (Darrell) Anderson of Cottontown; grandchildren, Kadyn Redfern, Nevaeh Hassell, Jace Redfern, Easton Redfern, Kingston Redfern, Ella Redfern, Keshawn Holman, and Ayana Holman; brother, Dewayne Redfern of Orlinda; sisters, Rita Redfern (Sammy Barry) of Cross Plains, Rhonda (Tommy) Collins of Cross Plains, and Robin Redfern of Springfield; and step mother, Joanne Redfern of Portland.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for William Marion Clouse
William Marion Clouse, age 77, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Mr. Clouse’s wishes were to be cremated. The family held a memorial service at Red River Assembly of God church, 1033 Bradley Drive, Springfield, TN, on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7pm with Pastor Buddy Hagerman and Pastor Tracy Hagerman officiating. Visitation was held at the church from 5pm until the hour of service at 7pm.
Mr. Clouse was born April 20, 1946 in Springfield, to the late Risteen Sidney Estes Clouse and Alma Loucille Bolding Clouse. He was a carpenter and farmer all his life.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Clouse was preceded in death by brothers, Donnie Clouse and Walter Clouse; and a sister, Eva Moore.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Geraldine Clouse; brothers, Wayne (Betsy) Clouse, David Clouse, Lonnie Clouse, and Ronnie Clouse; sisters, Wanda Caldwell, Connie Goodman, and Hellen Locke; and several nieces and nephews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Juanita Spurlock
Juanita Holt Spurlock, age 80, of Salem, Indiana, and formerly of Adams, Tennessee, died Monday, April 15, 2024 at her home in Salem.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 12 o’clock noon, on Friday, April 19th, with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating.
Burial followed in Sango cemetery with Donnie Pope, Thomas Davidson, Jimmy Blankenship, Mark Spurlock, Wayne Spurlock, and Charlie Riggins serving as pallbearers.
Visitation with the family was at the funeral home on Friday, April 19th, beginning at 10:00AM until the hour of service at 12:00 noon.
Mrs. Juanita was born in Montgomery County, Tennessee on March 2, 1944, to the late Charles & Lucille Miles Holt. She was a retired caregiver and a member of the Stroudsville Church of Christ.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by daughter, Karen Attebery; brother, Marvin Holt; and sister, Nancy Sharp.
Survivors include her husband, Bill Spurlock, Jr.; daughter, Sharon Davidson (fiancé, Donnie Pope); sister, Joann Paulk; grandchildren, Anthony Barnett and Thomas Davidson; great-grandchildren, Connor Barnett, Nathan Davidson, Karter Barnett, and Serenity Davidson.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Sandra Lynn Borah
Sandra Lynn Borah, age 64 of Springfield passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at her home. She was born October 27, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to Harold & Woodrow Mason Borah. She worked as a special education aide for Upper Freehold Regional Middle School District in New Jersey. She enjoyed farming, working with and teaching children and taking care of all of her animals. She was an Activist for her beliefs especially women’s rights, animal cruelty laws and advocating for maintaining adequate space for farming and agricultural industry.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Michael Pepe. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle (Noah) Attardi, Hermitage, TN and her unborn granddaughter that she was so excited to welcome.
There are no services or visitation scheduled.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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