In Loving Memory: Obituaries Sept. 24 – Oct. 1, 2023
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Joseph Frank Wilson
Joseph Frank Wilson, age 76 of the Martins Chapel community died Saturday September 30, 2023, at the Nashville VA Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday October 4, 2023, in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Barry Simpson and Bro. David Dell officiating. Burial will follow in the Martins Chapel Cemetery with Jacob Smith, Joe Privitt, Maverick Privitt, Chad Wilson, Pat Raymer and Mark Snowden serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Dickie Thompson, Randy Wilson, Sam Wilson, Ricky Wilson, Don Osborne and the New Hope Freewill Baptist Church family. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday October 3rd from 4 until 8 pm and again on Wednesday from 11 am until the service time at 1 pm.
Frank was born March 4, 1947, in Springfield, Tennessee to the late Houston and Bonnie Sloan Wilson. His wife, Barbara Roberts Wilson, a brother, Bud Wilson and a sister, Iris Snoffer also preceded him in death. He was a member of New Hope Freewill Baptist Church for 51 years and a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in Vietnam. Frank was a retired security guard, which suited him well as he loved walking and the outdoors. Frank loved to drive and did all the driving when taking trips. He was also a self-taught artist in painting and drawing.
Surviving him are his daughter, Maria Barnett of Hermitage, brothers, James “Shine” Wilson, Chester Wilson and a sister Brenda Jung all of the Martins Chapel Community; grandchildren, Mandy (Joe) Privitt and Heather (Jacob) Smith; great grandchildren, Madison and Maverick Privitt and Maxwell and Sandler Smith and many nephews and nieces.
The family wishes to express their appreciation and gratitude to the MICU team at the VA for their care of Frank.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Neada Carr
Neada Ray George Carr passed away peacefully at her home in Cedar Hill, Tennessee on September 29th in the comfort of her living room surrounded by the family that she so dearly loved. She was born on September 4th 1939 in Big Rock, Tennessee to Ray and Mildred George. She was the oldest of their four children. On November 9th 1957 she married the love of her life and for the next 66 years they built an amazing life together.
She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother. A force to be reckoned with she unapologetically lived her life how she saw fit. Confident and in control of every situation, she welcomed her own and other’s obstacles and challenges and enjoyed coming up with creative solutions. She had a long and successful real estate career, teaching, mentoring, and serving so many. She lived her life with open arms and an open door, extending an invitation to all she met to share a meal at her dining room table.
She was predeceased by her parents, Ray and Mildred George, brother, Jimmy George, brother, Johnny George, son, George Carr, son, Andrew Carr, and grandson, Gunther Helm. She is survived by her husband, Phillip Carr, daughter-inlaw, Debbie Carr, son, Tony Carr, daughter, Mary Castleman, son, Chris Carr (and wife Joan), daughter-in-law, JoAnna Carr, daughter, Eve Helm (and husband Wayne), son, Stephen Carr (and wife Beth), son, Nathan Carr (and wife Michelle), 28 grandkids, 23 great grandkids, 1 great granddaughter on the way, 3 great great grandkids, 1 great great grandsons on the way, many more extended family members, and countless others that she called her own.
A Celebration of Life will be held at The Cedars at Carr Farm in Cedar Hill, Tennessee on October 7th. Visitation will be from 10 AM until 2 PM with a memorial service starting at 2 PM followed by a burial on the family farm.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Mary Ruth Trumphour
Mary Ruth Trumphour, age 85 of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday, September 29, 2023 at Morningside of Springfield.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Rev. Rick Robinson and Rev. Robert Earl Bell officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Cross Plains with Daniel Chaney, David Chaney, Samuel Osborne, William Osborne, Robert Fulcher, Dewayne Fulcher, Jimmy Payne, and Timmy Payne serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 2 until 8 PM and Tuesday from 11 AM until the hour of service.
Mrs. Mary Ruth was born February 10, 1938 in Cross Plains to the late E.H. and Velma Swann Osborne. She was a member of Milldale Presbyterian Church and was a retired teacher and librarian at East Robertson High School. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Trumphour.
Surviving her are her son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Kris Fisher of Cross Plains; granddaughters, Ashton Fisher Kreps and husband, Robert of Nashville and Anna Fisher of Nashville; great granddaughters, Iris Joan Kreps and Ivy Ruth Kreps; brother and sister-in-law, Will Ed and Lana Osborne of Cross Plains; nieces, Katie Osborne of White House and Sara Moseley of Cedar Hill; and nephews, Samuel Osborne of White House and William Osborne of Franklin, KY.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to either Milldale Presbyterian Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. 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 Faye Eden Bagwell
Faye Eden Bagwell, 79, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Wednesday September 27, 2023, at TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center.
Graveside services will be conducted Monday October 2nd at 11:00 a.m. in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Terry Martin officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Ms. Faye was born February 27, 1944, in Springfield, to the late Thomas and Helen McEwing Eden. She was retired from Datrek Professional Bags. Ms. Faye loved her electronic Solitaire and Yahtzee games, and she loved sports, having played softball in her younger years. She was an avid Atlanta Braves, Nashville Predator’s, and Tennessee Titan’s fan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son: Robert Dwayne Bagwell.
Ms. Faye is survived by her husband of 60 years: Joe Bagwell of Greenbrier, by her daughter and son-in-law: Angie and John Martin of Greenbrier, by her grandson: Justin Martin, by her bonus grandchildren: Autumn (Bradley) Nicholas and Brian (Sam) Tinch, by her daughter-in-law: Karen Bagwell of Franklin, and by her brother: Wayne Eden of Ohio.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Kristy Dawn Gainous Maldonado
Kristy Dawn Gainous Maldonado, age 35, of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away quietly on September 27, 2023, at her family home in Springfield following a courageous battle with cancer.
Kristy was born on December 7, 1987, to her parents living in Barren Plains, TN. She graduated from Springfield High School and enjoyed her time working at HG Hills. Kristy loved being a homemaker, cooking, and spending time with her beloved Shi-tzu, Gracie.
Kristy is survived by her husband: John Maldonado of Clarksville, her parents: Kerry Dawn and Randy Allyn Brons of Springfield, her sisters: Kayla Cox of Portland, TN and Kristen McEwing of Glasgow, KY, her adopted Mom: Susan Tidwell of Burns, TN, and special friend: Lucy Mills of Madison, TN.
Mrs. Maldonado is preceded by her father: Robert Earl Gainous, and by her grandparents: Ray and Francis Gainous, Mildred Ruge Samon, Virginia and Theodore Brons.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Centennial Hospital who cared for Kristy this past year, and to RN Dana and CNA Lashawndra of Tennova Hospice who gave loving care to Kristy and support to her family during this time.
Kristy requested cremation with a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date at her parents’ home in Springfield, TN.
For those desiring, a memorial gift may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Billy Joe Hornberger, Sr.
Billy Joe Hornberger, Sr. died, Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Anne Proctor and Tim Harris officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Billy Hornberger, Jr., Roger Dorris, Todd Dorris, Thad Dorris, Troy Farrar, and Gordon White serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Will Hornberger, 2019 Grand Family and the Woodland Street United Methodist Church. The family will receive Saturday from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. with Masonic service at 7:00 P.M. and again on Sunday from 12:00 Noon until hour service at 2:00 P.M.
Billy Joe was born on February 12, 1943, to the late Billy Batts Hornberger and Eliza Eunice Webb. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death, daughter; Melissa Hornberger, brother; Jerry Russell Hornberger, and sister; Jane Broadrick. Billy Joe was a member of Woodland Street United Methodist Church and served as former choir director. Billy Joe served in the United States Army Reserve. He loved his family, woodworking, horses, motorcycles, and fishing. He was a past Grand Chaplain for the Grand Chapter of Tennessee of the Eastern Star.
Billy Joe Hornberger, Sr. is survived by; wife Sherry Farmer Hornberger of Orlinda, sons; Will (Elaine) Hornberger of Springfield, Billy Joe (Sommer) Hornberger, Jr. of Cross Plains, Roger (Kathy) Dorris of Springfield, Todd Dorris of Greenbrier, Thad (Stephanie) Dorris of Springfield, daughters; Judith Ann Dotson of Springfield, Paulette (Troy) Farrar of Gallatin, Sister; Ann Felts of Springfield, 17 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
If so desired memorial contribution may be made to Woodland Street United Methodist Church. All donations can be sent in c/o the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Mark Allen Shadrick
Mark Allen Shadrick, age 52 of Adams, passed from this life on Monday, September 25, 2023 at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 1:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Brother Rick Burton officiating. Burial followed in Bellwood Cemetery in Adams with Gary Shadrick, Brad Shadrick, Matthew Stewart, Blake Shadrick, Tyler Shadrick, Scott Rainey, Neil Murphy, and Colter Jetton serving as pallbearers. The honorary pallbearer was Max Schlueter. The family received friends at the funeral home Saturday from 9 AM until the hour of service.
Mark was born September 16, 1971 in Nashville. He was a farmer and especially enjoyed working with his cattle. To know him was to love him, as Mark would do anything that he could for anyone.
Surviving him are his wife, Kelly Shadrick of Adams; son SGT Tyler Shadrick and wife, Destiny Sparacino-Shadrick of El Paso, TX; daughter, Brandy Jetton and husband, SGT Colter Jetton; grandchildren, Milo Jetton and Lilith Shadrick; father, Jimmy Shadrick of Adams; mother, Connie Shepard of Ashland City; and brothers, Gary Shadrick and wife, Missy of Adams and Brad Shadrick and wife, Amy of Adams.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Ivory Jean Gardner Quarles
Ivory Jean Gardner Quarles was born March 20, 1952, in Springfield, Tennessee. She was the first of 11 children. She was a faithful and active member of the First Baptist Missionary Church until her health failed her. She served on the mother board and was the women’s Sunday school teacher.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Woodard Gardner, Sr. and Mamie Jean Toliver Gardner, her late husband, Reverend Ronald Lee Quarles, son, Michael DeWayne Quarles and two siblings, Woodard Gardner, Jr., and Selina Gardner.
Ivory was a graduate of Jo Byrns High School in 1970. She attended Falls Business College, graduated nursing school, and was an LPN for over 40 years at NorthCrest Medical Center. She loved reading and watching basketball. On September 25, 2023, she transitioned from this life to be with her Lord. Left to cherish her memories are her son, Marcus Quarles, grandchildren, Joshua, Amber, Joe and Jonavon, great granddaughter, Kyndall Quarles. Also, left to cherish her memories are her siblings, Wilma Gardner, Daniel Gardner, Carolyn Hudgens, James Gardner, Thomas (Annabelle) Gardner, Melissa (Abdul) Rashada, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Visitation was held Friday September 29, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at First Missionary Baptist Church – 1204 Cheatham St
Springfield, TN 37172. Funeral service followed. Burial was at Restlawn Memorial Gardens 6330 Hwy 41 Cedar Hill, TN 37032
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. 2nd Timothy 4:7-8 KJV
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Richard Davis “Dick” Stroud
Richard Davis “Dick” Stroud, age 79 of Cedar Hill, Tennessee, joined our Savior Lord on September 30th, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Ola Davis Stroud, brothers; Clarence Stroud, Jr., and Robert “Bobby” Stroud. Mr. Stroud is survived by step-daughter Melonie Roberts Carideo, son-in-law Paul James Carideo; granddaughters, Bethany Elaine Carideo and Taylor Noel Klippel; sisters, Betty Stroud Griffin and Patsy Stroud Walker; as well as many loved and adored nieces and nephews.
Dick graduated from Jo Byrns High School where he lettered in Varsity Football. After high school, Dick enlisted in the US Marine Corp. A proud Vietnam Veteran, he served in the infantry and as an artillery gunner. He was employed at Oscar Mayer and Reddy Ice in Nashville, Tennessee and was a member of the Cedar Hill Baptist Church.
He coached women’s slow pitch softball for over 30 years – including The Flames and Nashville Express and also enjoyed bowling and canoeing. Dick spent his last years of retirement in Athens, Tennessee attending local sporting event, walking, attending services at the Athens First Baptist church and cheering on his family and lifelong friends of the Marine 1/12th Whiskey Battery.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 7th, 2023, at 2 p.m. CST at Springfield Memorial Gardens, 400 Memorial Blvd., Springfield, Tennessee with Pastor Eric Taylor officiating and music provided by nephew Bob Stroud. Active pallbearers will be Josh Jackson, Jacob Fuqua, Michael Stroud, Matthew Jackson, Jaylen Barnette, Cody Stroud and Bob Stroud.
Visitation with the family will be Saturday, October 7th from 11:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. at Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 509 Walnut Street, Springfield, Tennessee.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Robert Steven “Steve” DeSheles
Robert Steven “Steve” DeSheles, age 69, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at his home. Graveside services will be conducted at 2pm Wednesday, October 4th in the White House Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 11am until 1pm Wednesday at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.
Mr. DeSheles was born August 14, 1954 in Springfield, to the late Dalton T. and Helen Marie Berry DeSheles. He spent most of his life as a welder doing steel work.
He is survived by his son, Dustin DeSheles; daughter, Deanna (Dustin) Anderson; 2 grandchildren, Bryce Anderson and Emmarie Anderson; and sisters, Dorsey Bennett and Sheryl (Kelly) Minnis.
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 Haskle “Curtis” Felts
Haskle “Curtis” Felts, age 91, of Joelton, Tennessee, died Friday, September 29, 2023 at the Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
A graveside service will be conducted at Spring Hill Cemetery in Nashville at 2:45PM on Tuesday, October 3rd, with Dr. Hubert Cunningham officiating.
There will be no visitation at the funeral home prior to the graveside service.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Ted Warren Weakley
Ted Warren Weakley, age 76, of Clarksville, Tennessee, died Thursday, September 28, 2023 at the Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:30PM on Monday, October 2nd, with Bro. Gene Parton and Bro. Matt Honeycutt officiating. Burial will follow in EverRest of Cheatham with Justin Eads, Tyler Eads, Isaiah Weakley, Ely Weakley, Nathan Griffy, and Brian Mann serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, October 1st from 2:00PM until 6:00PM and again on Monday from 1:00PM until the hour of service at 2:30PM.
Mr. Weakley was born on March 12, 1947 in Clarksville, Tennessee, to the late Leonard & Lorene Binkley Weakley. He was a retired machinist from Trane Company where he was a work leader. He was also a tobacco farmer. Mr. Weakley was a member of Harper Road Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Donnie Ray Weakley; brother, Ronnie Weakley; and son-in-law, Darryll Griffy.
Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Sue Weakley; sons, Chad (Lisa) Weakley and Bryan Eads; daughters, Cindy Griffy and Tammy (Charlie) Axley; sister, Debbie Wolford; 9 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice, Inc., 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, Tennessee 37203-9658
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Janice Diane Greenwood
Janice Diane Greenwood, age 68, of Greenbrier, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023 at St. Thomas Midtown.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1pm Wednesday, October 4, in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Brother Jeremy Sisk and Brother David Andrews officiating. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Jason Mathis, Devon Greenwood, Austin Barden, Randy Weaver, Walker Weaver and Logan Eagles serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Tuesday, and again from 11am until time of the service at 1pm Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Mrs. Greenwood was born May 27, 1955, in Greenbrier, to the late Paul Thomas and Felicia Ledbetter Weaver. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Greenwood was preceded in death by her brother, Johnny Weaver.
She is survived her husband, Charles Lee Greenwood; son, Jason Mathis; daughter Chanda Greenwood; brothers, Ronnie (Charlotte) Weaver and Randy Weaver; sisters, Faye Williams, Betty Allgood, Sandra Merkel and Joy Bollinger; 6 grandchildren, Austin Barden, Shelby Barden, Kaitlin Mathis, Logan Eagles, Devon Greenwood and Mackenzie Mathis; and 2 great grandchildren, Roman Eagles and Austin Rinaldi.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or St Jude’s Children’s Hospital c/o Austin and Bell Funeral Home.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Harold Uygene Evans
Age 89 of White House passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his home. He was born August 1, 1934 in Senath, MO to Joseph & Eva McDaniel Evans. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for 27 years, retiring as a Command Sgt Major. He then worked for the Petersburg, VA Sheriff’s Department, where he retired with 21 years of service. He volunteered for Skyilne Medical Center as an Ambassador for 13 years, working in Same Day Surgery and other departments. He enjoyed fishing, listening to country music and baseball. He could have been a professional baseball player but chose the military and service to his country instead. He was most proud to have been chosen by the Pentagon to attend Command Sgt Major Academy in Texas. He attended White House First United Methodist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; 3 sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Maxine Evans, White House, TN; daughter, Sue Evans, Portland, TN; nieces, Liv Justice and Michelle Stewart, both of White House, TN; nephew, Mike Stewart, Goodlettsville, TN.
Funeral service is scheduled for Monday, October 2, 2023 at 2pm at White House First UMC Church in White House with Pastor Paul Edwards officiating. Interment will follow on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 11am in Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation with the family is planned for Monday, October 2, 2023 10AM-2PM at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to White House First United Methodist Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for “Dottie”
Age 82 of Cross Plains, TN passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at her home. She was born February 17, 1941 in Orlinda, TN to Edward Morgan and Carrie Bell Dixon Graves. She was the owner of The Smoke House Restaurant in the 1970’s and later owned and operated Dottie’s Fine Foods for 20 years. She was a member of The Church at Grace Park. After retirement, she became a caregiver to many, enjoyed flower gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Harold Graves and Landon Graves; great-granddaughter, Alexis Dawn. She is survived by her son, Frankie Allan (Joanna) Mefford, Boston, MA; daughters, Deborah Ann Parsons, Cross Plains, TN, Linda Darleen (Jesse) Parker, Shirley, IN, Virginia Caralee Mefford, White House, TN, Reginia Cathilynn Tuttle, Russellville, KY and Christi Shealee (Glen) Eller, Portland, TN; brothers, David (Sonja) Graves, Lloyd (Sandy) Graves, both of Indianapolis, IN and Ricky (Risa) Graves, Nashville, IN; sisters, Hazel Howard and Bertha (Gerald) Russell, both of Indianapolis, IN; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Bob Cook officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery with Gareth Eller, Jason Ebert, Jeremy Ebert, Dustain Kelly, Robie Graves and Ricky Marr serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Friday, September 29, 2023 4-8PM and Saturday, September 30, 2023 9AM-11AM at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Coach Harold Franklin Swinea
Age 89 of Springfield passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his home. He was born February 10, 1934 in Union City, TN to John Emmett & Evelyn Bardill Swinea. He was employed as a coach and educator at Goodlettsville High School for 37 years. He coached tennis, wrestling and football and taught special education children. He also loved farming and gardening, fishing, riding motorcycles and raising cattle. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during Korea and was of the Methodist faith. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Merle Swinea; sisters, Frances Littrell, Dot Warren and Margaret McNeal.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Marilyn Swinea; son, Hal (Claudia) Swinea; daughter, Lynne (Dixie) Braswell, all of Springfield, TN 5 grandchildren, Rachael (Robert}, Ace (Shyloh), Seth (Claire), Ian (Hannah} and Erin (Tim); 8 great-grandchildren, Austin, Ethan, Lucian, Ani, Catherine, Fitz, Eliza, and Dashiell; 1 great-great-grandchild, Grayson.
A private family burial will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 11am on the family farm with Seth Swinea, Shyloh Timmermeier, Ian Swinea, Ethan Murray, Austin Murray and Lucian Murray serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Samuel Fitzgerald Swinea, Colt Murray, Dawson Braswell, Corey Braswell, Chris Braswell, Tyler Braswell and Tim Porter. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Owens Chapel Methodist Church. A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held at a later date and this obituary will be updated when those arrangements are finalized.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Jo Reece
Reverend Jo Ellen Bentley Reece left this earth on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at the age of 77. She was born on Sept. 20, 1946, to Kathryn Rebecca Qualls Bentley and Joe Melvin Bentley of Russellville, Kentucky.
Growing up she loved going to youth group at church, the movies on Saturday (if she wasn’t working at her dad’s five and dime store), and playing sports, especially tennis, golf, and diving. She loved to dance, whether in her living room or at the county fair contests where she won several medals. She was also the drum major of her high school band and twirled fire batons at the games.
After graduating from Russellville High in 1964, she attended Samford University for two years and went on to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Kentucky in 1968, before moving to Nashville, Tennessee.
In 1972, Jo met and married her husband Wayne, an ordained Elder with the United Methodist Church (UMC), and instantly became mom to four daughters (ages 3-12), whom they raised together.
In her early career, Jo served as an administrator/researcher/planner in non-profit settings in business, health, university, and church sectors. She also felt called to professional ministry, and she completed the Board of Ministry seminary requirements within the United Methodist Church. She became a Certified Christian Educator and Consecrated Diaconal Minister for the West Michigan Conference and an Ordained Deacon in Full Connection with the Tennessee Conference.
She served at First UMC in Lansing, Michigan, and at First UMC in Mason, Michigan; at Donelson Heights UMC in Nashville; and as editor for Children’s Teacher Magazine for the United Methodist Publishing House for six years.
In 2005, Jo founded Quiet Center Retreat Ministries and apprenticed to become a Traditional Reiki Master Teacher of the Usui Method of Natural Healing in 2006. She was also the co-founder of Spiritual Friends Network of Middle Tennessee in 2007.
Along with her husband, Jo enjoyed travel around the world, especially cruises to the Mediterranean where they served as chaplains for three Princess Cruises. Their other joy was attending St. Louis Cardinals games together each year.
Jo will be remembered as a bright light of love and peace to all who knew her, someone who was quick to laugh, listen with an open heart, and be present for the people and places she loved. She lit up when someone she cared about entered a room, and her generosity of spirit led her to both see, and bring out, the best in everyone.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband Wayne, and her sister Rebecca Byrd Bentley Burns Gay. Left to cherish the many wonderful memories are C. David (Judi) Reece, her brother-in-law and sister-in-law; Wayne (Jean Griffin) Gay, brother-in-law; four treasured daughters and sons-in-law: Marcie (John) Mills, Angela Reece Pierce; Kirsten (Adrian) Goodnight, and Kendra (David) Gray; and four nieces dear to heart: Catherine Burns, Rebecca Burns Wilson, Amy Reece Connelly and Emily Reece. She also leaves behind 15 grandchildren: Heather, Jessica, Jillian, Jonathan, Daniel, Richard, Nick, Jamie, Shawn, Amanda, Ashley, Breanna, David, Jacob, and Samuel; and 17 great-grandchildren, along with all of their families and a multitude of other family and friends.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Springfield, Tennessee, with Rev. Debra Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of the service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be held in the Elmwood Cemetery, 1029 Richard Street, in Springfield, immediately following the service.
For those wishing to make memorial donations in Jo’s honor, they can be made to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation by visiting dystonia-foundation.org.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Richard Anthony Mayo “Rick”
Richard Anthony Mayo “Rick”, age 71, of Cedar Hill, Tennessee, died Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his home.
A graveside service was conducted at Resthaven Memorial Gardens in Clarksville at 1:00PM on Friday, September 29th, with Bro. Tim Agee officiating. Burial followed with Tommy Mayo, Ronny Mayo, Kevin Mayo, Randy Hester, James “Rabbit” Evans, and Wade Blackwell serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View on Friday from 9:00AM until 12:00 noon.
Mr. Mayo was born on June 29, 1952, in Ashland City, Tennessee, to the late Howard & Rowena Morris Mayo. He was a retired sprinkler fitter of Local Union 669 and later became a dark-fired tobacco farmer. He was a longtime member of Pleasant View Church of Christ.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 3 brothers, Harold, Danny and Roger Mayo; and sister, Mavis Perry.
Survivors include his wife of soon to be 50 years, Betty Mayo; son, Jordon (Amy) Mayo; daughter, Andrea (Tammy) Mayo; brothers, Tommy (Neva) Mayo and Ronny (Belinda) Mayo; granddaughter, Riley Mayo; step-grandson, Austin Bishop; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and close friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View Church of Christ, 2500 Highway 49 East, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
(Updated) Obituaries September 18-24, 2023
Obituary for Ann Marie Long Henderson
Ann Marie Long Henderson, age 70, of Greenbrier, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services was held Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 1pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Randy Riggs officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held Tuesday, September 26, 2023 from 4-8pm and again on Wednesday from 11am until the hour of service at 1pm.
Mrs. Henderson was born November 14, 1952 in Robertson County to the late Paul and Valley Marie Leftrick Long. She was a cafeteria worker for the Robertson County School System.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Henderson is preceded in death by her brothers, Paul Junior Long and Ralph Anthony Long, and her sisters, Betty Paulette Young and Edith Diane Long.
Mrs. Henderson is survived by her husband of 51 years, Ronald Curtis Henderson; sons and daughter-in-law, Ron and Jamie Henderson, Jr. and Jason Henderson; daughter, Leslie Ann Henderson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Maureen Long, James Eddie and Jenny Long, and Paul Eugene Long; sisters and brothers-in-law, Sheila and Randy Hurst, Paula Jean Long, and Carolyn and Tim Kelly; and grandchildren, Nicholas (Taylor) Henderson, Mady Henderson, Jacey Brooke Henderson, Grayson Henderson, Presley Henderson and Bryson Baird.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Ronnie Holmes
Ronnie Holmes age 70 of Greenbrier, TN passed away September 25th, 2023.
Ronnie was a man of many hobbies. His most favorites were Civil War Reinactments and Racing and he loved anything to do with History. He always had a smile on his face and he never met a stranger. Always quick to help anyone in need and loved being around others. He will be missed by so many. Chance Holmes and Destany Shalee Holmes (Son/Daughter)
Ronnie was preceded by Roy B. Holmes, Father, of Ridgetop, Shirley Kyle Holmes, Mother, of Old Hickory, Mary M. Holmes, Step-mother, of Ridgetop, and Delores Dixon, Sister, of Nashville, Jeff Odom, Step-Brother, of Greenbrier.
Ronnie is survived by Roy Holmes (Elizabeth) Brother, of Gallatin, Mickey Preston, Step-Sister, of Brentwood, Tina Holmes, Wife, of Greenbrier, Chance D. Holmes (Jennifer), Son, Greenbrier, Destiny Shalee Holmes (Jonathan), Daughter, of Gallatin, Bell Gossett, Step-Daughter, of Greenbrier, Cody Lane Holmes, Grandson, of Greenbrier, Chase Hudson Holmes, Grandson, of Greenbrier and many extended friends he considered as family. Sign Guestbook
Visitation was held Friday, September 29th, 2023 from 3PM until the hour of Service at 6PM at Anderson and Garrett Funeral Home. 3501 Old Clarksville Pike Post Office Box 68 Joelton, Tennessee
Obituary for William Lawrence “Bill” Powers
William Lawrence “Bill” Powers, age 70 of Nashville, passed from this life on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at his home.
His remains were cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mr. Bill was born May 17, 1953 in Toledo, OH to the late William Joseph and Delvia VanOrt Powers. He worked for GrafTech as a customer Tech Serviceman. He was a Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns fan, enjoyed mowing and working in his yard, and loved decorating for the holidays.
Surviving him are his wife, Karen Joan Harvey Powers of Nashville; daughters, Lauren Kathleen (Brandon) Shacklett of Castle Rock, CO, Stacey Leigh (Joe) Hill of Gallatin, TN, and Chelsea Rose (Gary) Quezada of Alburquerque, NM; grandson, Oracio Lawrence Quezada and 2 grandsons on the way that are due in January; sisters, Cheryl (Bill) Behrend of Wooster, OH and Coleen, (Joe) Krajniak of Wilmington, NC; and brother, Terence Powers of Cleveland, OH.
The family request for memorial contributions to be made to either the Humane Society of America or Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Billy Don Moates
Billy Don Moates, age 77 of Lebanon, Tennessee, formerly of Robertson County, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 at his home.
Graveside services were conducted at EverRest of Cheatham in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Monday, October 2nd, with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating. Burial followed with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
There was no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Moates was born on February 24, 1946 in Pulaski, Tennessee to the late Fred Harris and Louise Kimbrough Moates. He was retired after 30 years as an accountant for the State of Tennessee. He loved the great outdoors and enjoyed gardening, canoeing, music and riding his motorcycle. Billy was of the Church of Christ faith.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Jerry DeWayne Moates.
Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Carol Moates; son, Courtney Moates of Cedar Hill, TN.; daughters, Christel Moates (Micah) Westmorland, D.D.S. of Morristown, TN., Brandy Moates (Matt) Atkins, N.P. of Anchorage, AK., and Colby Moates of Lebanon, TN.; and grandchildren, Summer Moates, Scarlett Turner, Claire Atkins, and Owen Atkins.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 478 Craighead St., Suite 200, Nashville, Tn 37204.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Dean Potts
Anthony Dean Potts “Dino”, age 63, of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at his home.
A graveside service was conducted at EverRest of Cheatham in Pleasant View at 11:00AM on Monday, September 25th, with Morgan Pitney officiating. Burial followed with family & friends serving as pallbearers.
There was no visitation at the funeral home prior to the graveside service.
Dean was born on December 19, 1959, in Franklin, Tennessee to the late Dorris, Sr. and Joann Green Potts. He was a carpenter in the construction business and was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Dorris Potts, Jr.; and sister, Claressia Hampton.
Survivors include his son, Samuel Dean Elkins (Lisa Marie Elkins) Potts; sister, Donna DeLoach; step-sons, Jimmy Dale Baker and Rodney (Angie) Baker; step-daughter, Lisa Marie (Scott) Binkley; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; several step-grandchildren; and numerous nieces & nephews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Dewey Raymond Newberry
Dewey Raymond Newberry, age 84, of Springfield, died Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Funeral services were held Monday, September 25, 2023 at 12pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Randy Riggs officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Jeff Morris, Josh Henderson, Ben Armistead, Dusty Morris, Eli Henderson and Easton Henderson serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Monday from 10am until the hour of service at 12pm.
Mr. Newberry was born November 13, 1938 to the late Herman and Gladys Smith Newberry. He was veteran of the U.S. Army and worked as a tractor mechanic until his retirement from Nashville Ford Tractor.
In addition to his parents Mr. Newberry is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Annie Catherine Gregory Newberry, his brother, Billy Newberry, and his nephew Jerry “Buster” Morris. Mr. Newberry is survived by his nephew, Jeff Morris of Barren Plains; great nieces and nephews, Ashley (Josh) Henderson of Cedar Hill, Dusty Morris of Barren Plains, and Ben (Candy) Armistead of Springfield; and great-great-nieces and nephews, Eli Henderson, Easton Henderson, Addie Armistead and Kaylee Morris.
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 Joyce Elizabeth Krantz
Joyce Elizabeth Krantz, age 80 of Joelton, Tennessee, died Monday, September 18, 2023, at Centennial Medical Center.
Her remains were cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Mrs. Krantz was born on February 22, 1943, in Sweet Lips, Tennessee, to the late William & Mildred Maddox Hill. She enjoyed being outdoors doing yard work, cooking, and helping others. She was a member of Third Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Eddie Joe Johnson; and grandson, Robert Joe Johnson.
Survivors include her husband, Leroy Krantz; son, Wesley Goad; daughter, JoAnn (Ricky) Daniel; grandson Terry (Larae) Johnson; 10 other grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
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