In Loving Memory: Obituaries April 23-29, 2020
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Reba Hope Harris
Reba Hope Harris, age 96 of Greenbrier passed away Thursday, April 29, 2020 at The Waters of Robertson. A private family service will be held with Bro. Donnie Bryant and Bro. Gary Dillard officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
She was born July 20, 1923 in Goodlettsville, TN to the late John Stafford and Minnie Sircy Butler. She was also preceded in death by husband, William Dorris Harris; daughter, Sandra Young; siblings, Liddie Burton, Baxtor Butler, Henry Butler and grandson, Devon James.
She was a Housewife who enjoyed her family and caring for them and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She also enjoyed sewing, quilting, game shows and fishing.
She is survived by son, Gary (Jo) Harris of Greenbrier; daughters, Donna Baldwin and Doris Gannon both of Lexington, KY; son-in-law, Stanley Young of Greenbreir; grandchildren, Stacey Young, Scott Young, Cindy Redferin, Dustin James, Trent Harris; great-grandchildren, Katlyn Young, Will Young, Avery Harris, Sophia James, Jonah Harris, Deacon Harris, Zane Lydon, Skylar James and Ethan James.
Pallbearers will be Stacey Young, Scott Young, Dustin James, Trent Harris, Gary Dillard and Will Young. Honorary pallbearer will be Stanley Young.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 2806 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Patricia Moore
Moore, Patricia Ann Pascall, Age 90 of Pleasant View, Tennessee
Pat died peacefully on April 29, 2020 after a twenty – year struggle with Alzheimer’s. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 19, 1929. She was the daughter of the late Harold Howard Pascall and Ruth Lucille Laughlin Pascall. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Charles Robert Moore, and her brother, Robert Lee Pascall. She is survived and beloved by Virginia Eileen Moore Lacy, Steven Paul Lacy, David Harold Moore, Rocky Thomas Craft, Matthew David Lacy, and Daniel Thomas Lacy.
Throughout her long life, Pat consistently defied the odds. She was a great example of service, love, and courage throughout her life. Pat was baptized as a child at Fairfax Christian Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. After the death of her father, when she was 13, she joined Westbrook Church of the Nazarene on the West side of Indianapolis. She always missed her dad throughout her life. Pat graduated from Ben Davis High School in 1947. She completed her nursing degree at St. Vincent’s School of Nursing in 1950 after having saved Roosevelt dimes to pay for her tuition. She married Charles Robert Moore on December 23, 1950. She cared for her brother until his death in 1952 from melanoma. She supported her husband while he attended Olivet Nazarene Col-lege. During her time working at St. Mary’s in Kankakee, Illinois, she and Bob adopted David and Ginger. She then became a pastor’s wife while her husband pastored sev-eral Church of the Nazarene congregations in Indiana, Nevada, and Florida. During this time, she also cared for her mother who died of Alzheimer’s. By the time of her re-tirement, after 50 years in nursing, she had worked in over 30 hospitals. Pat was in-strumental in the formation of Ft. Myers Community Hospital in Florida with an empha-sis on their surgery department. For a time, she taught nursing and health services. Near the end of her career, she cared for patients in home health care focusing on AIDS patients. She found great satisfaction in all of the relationships formed in these settings. In retirement, she and Bob moved to Cincinnati, Ohio and finally to Pleasant View, Tennessee in 2012. She loved being a nurse. She also loved to read and quilt. She did not love to cook, do housework, or move, but she did all three very well. She loved her children immensely, but her greatest joys were her two grandsons.
Thank you to Debbie Allen, Brenda and Scott Magill, Beverly Baugh, Dr. Robert Beck, and the NHC Springfield Nursing Home staff for all of their kindness, help, and sup-port.
A memorial service will be held at GracePointe Church of the Nazarene, Indianapolis, Indiana, later this summer.
”Rest eternal grant to her, Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon her.”
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Christine Beard
Christine Beard, age 81 of Chapmansboro, Tennessee died Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
A private family Funeral Service will be held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View and her remains will be cremated following the service.
Mrs. Beard was born on January 7, 1939 in Glasgow, Scotland to the late John and Jean Finlayson Broadfoot. She was a retired hearing aid specialist. Mrs. Beard was a very avid gardener and was actively involved in a number of clubs and organizations and was a Christian. “She never met a stranger.”
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Marian Hamilton.
She is survived by her husband, Frederick Beard; son, David (Susan) Beard of Pleasant View; daughter, Sara Beard of Chapmansboro; sister, Helen Lockhart of Doune, Scotland; and granddaughter, Taegen Beard.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Beard’s memory to a charity of one’s choice.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Leroy R Smith
Leroy R. Smith, age 71, of Nashville, TN passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2020.
No services are planned at this time.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Billy Milom
Billy Wayne Milom, age 82 of Chapmansboro, Tennessee died Monday, April 27, 2020 at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Ashland City.
A graveside service will be held at 11 o’ clock am on Tuesday, May 12 at Bethel Church Cemetery with Bro. Barry Raper, Bro. Terry Forrest, Bro. Jon Forrest, and Bro. Donnie Stevanus officiating.
Mr. Milom was born on August 1, 1937 in Chapmansboro, Tennessee to the late John Thomas and Ozena Batts Milom. He was part owner for Ideal Printing Company. In his spare time, he loved to fish and was a true artist, especially carving and whittling birds from wood. He was a member of Bethel Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Milom.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Martha Milom; sons, Kenneth (Patty) Milom, Scott Milom (fiancée, Sharon Sutton); brother, James Lee Milom; sister, Evelyn Gupton; grandchildren, Jeremy Milom, Kayla (Tyler) Muniz, Amber (Marco) Moyers, Skylar Threadgill, Kirsten Harvey-Milom, and Stephanie (Ben) Clark; eleven great-grandchildren; and daughters by heart, Charlcie, Cheryl, Diane, and Kathey.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Free Will Baptist Church Youth Fund at 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
Obituary Kenneth Lee Reynolds
Kenneth Lee Reynolds, 67, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Skyline Medical Center.
Memorial services will be conducted Friday June 5th at 3:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. Honorary pallbearers are Monty Stewart, Buddy Duffer, Randy Holland, Ricky Balthrop, Michael Cobb and Clyde Dean. The family will receive friends on Friday from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Everyone is asked to respect the CDC guidelines of social distancing.
Mr. Reynolds was born October 16, 1952 in Springfield to the late James Edward and Louise Priest Reynolds. He was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1971. He worked in automotive repair. Kenneth and his father established an auto repair business in Springfield until his father’s retirement. He married Angela Cook on August 17, 1973 and together they raised their family. Kenneth enjoyed spending time with his friends, fishing, barbequing and playing pool. After retirement, he enjoyed cruising the back country roads with friends enjoying the sites and nature.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Connie Reynolds Kloeckener. Mr. Reynolds is survived by his wife Angela Cook Reynolds of Greenbrier and his son Nicholas of Springfield, his brother Jamie Reynolds of Springfield, and his sister Mary Reynolds of Paris, TN.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital and sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Ben Plunkett
Benjamin “Ben” Lloyd Plunkett, age 46, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Monday, April 27, 2020, at NorthCrest Medical Center.
A private family funeral service will be held Friday, May 1 with Bro. Barry Raper officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Ashland City with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic regulations, a limited visitation with social distancing will be held from 9-11AM, Friday, May 1. Only 10 visitors at a time will be allowed in the chapel.
Ben was born on December 9, 1973, in Burian, Washington, to Lloyd Plunkett and the late Betty Halliburton Plunkett. He was a writer for various magazines. He loved writing, learning, family and his friends. He was the church librarian and was a member of the Bethel Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his father, Ben is survived by a brother, Daniel (Jennifer) Plunkett of Hawaii; sisters, Rebekah Plunkett and Leah (Donnie) Stevanus both of Pleasant View; and loving aunts, uncles, five nieces, and three nephews.
If so desired, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Bethel Free Will Baptist Church at 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
Obituary for Joe Murphey Teasley
Joe Murphey Teasley, age 91, of the Sandy Springs/Gause community, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020 at his home.
A private family service will be held Saturday, May 9th with family members officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bryson Dew, Joe Dew, Donny King, Ryan King, Seth King, and Will Teasley. Honorary pallbearer will be Paul Bracey.
He was born February 14, 1929 in the Sandy Springs community to the late Will Farmer and Grace Murphey Teasley. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Lynda Dunn Teasley. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Doug Teasley, Jean Dowlen, and Edith Nichols.
He was a graduate of Coopertown High School, Class of 1946. He attended Coopertown Church of Christ all 91 years of his life. He served as the song leader for many years as well as a deacon and an elder until he turned 90 years of age. He was raised on a farm and farmed his whole life. He was a Robertson County Commissioner for 16 years, then known as Quarterly Court. He served on the Planning and Zoning Commission 14 years, was the chairman and purchasing agent for the Robertson County Highway Department for 12 years and was a director for the Robertson Cheatham County Co-op for a number of years. He served on the National Advisory Committee for Tobacco Inspection Services. He was very active in Farm Bureau for over 50 years, serving as vice president for several years and serving as president for 20 years. He was awarded the prestigious Distinguished Leader Award by the Tennessee Farm Bureau in 2006. He was a friend to all and loved by all. He never met a stranger. He loved and served his community. He loved and served the church. Very simply, he loved.
He is survived by son, Andy (Jenni) Teasley of Pleasant View; daughters, Dr. Myra (Joe Dew) Teasley of Raleigh, NC and Cara (Donny) King of Pleasant View; grandchildren Seth (Jenna) King, Ryan (Maite) King, Bethany (Kyle) Harman, Will (Kaeli Jo) Teasley, Lauren Teasley, and Bryson Dew; great grandchildren Evie King, Libby King, Georgia King, Silas King, Teddy Mac King, Joe Teasley and Jed Teasley; and sisters Evelyn White of Gallatin, Teady Justice of Cedar Hill, and Betty Potts of Vail, AZ.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Coopertown Church of Christ Food Pantry. Any donations may be sent in c/o of Austin and Bell.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home
Obituary for Norman Reece Cooke Sr.
Norman Reece Cooke, Sr., 79, of Hendersonville, TN passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2020 in The Villages, Florida.
He was born in Rock Hill, South Carolina and was a 50-year resident of Hendersonville. He retired from E.I. DuPont in 1998 after 35 yrs. of service there. He also served in the United States Army with the 101st Airborne Division in the 3rd Infantry.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Gertrude (Pippens) Cook of Charlotte N.C.; wife of 44 years, Leslie Joyce (Oliver) Cooke; son, Stephen Cooke; and grandson, John Hicks.
He is survived by daughters, Laura Nelson of Memphis, TN; daughter, Jenni Hicks-Griffin (Scott) of Hendersonville, TN; son, Norman Reece Cooke, Jr. (Melody) of Westmoreland, TN; 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren also survive.
An Inurnment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashville, TN will be scheduled at a later date.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Richard Lee Douglas
Richard Lee Douglas, 70, of Springfield, passed away on Thursday April 23, 2020 at North Crest Medical Center.
A private family graveside service was conducted on Monday April 27th in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tim Harris officiating.
Richard Lee was born April 10, 1950 in Cedar Hill to the late Dixie Lee and Jewel Dean Armes Douglas. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for many years for the Robertson County Highway Department and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 
grandparents: Tom and Anna Lou Knight Douglas, Herman Armes, and Ina Lee Beason Armes Brooksher, and by his step-grandfather: Mason Brooksher.
Richard Lee is survived by his sister and brother-in-law: Wilma Diane Douglas Swindell and Frank Swindell of Springfield, and by several cousins and friends.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
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Obituary for Harold E. “Mr. Harold” Douglas
Harold E. “Mr. Harold” Douglas, 83, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday April 21, 2020 at his home.
A private family graveside service was conducted on Friday April 24th in the Palestine Cemetery with Reverend Diane Coppock and James Marshall officiating. No visitation will be held.
Mr. Harold was born July 13, 1936 in Clarksville to the late R.J. and Mary Martin Douglas. He was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1955. Mr. Harold was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Over the years he was an employee of Ford Glass, Texaco Oil, Daniel and BE&K Construction. He was most proud of being co-founder of Douglas and Co., forever known as Douglas Amoco, where he was Pit Master. Mr. Harold loved his horses and farm, where he spent many hours of enjoyment.
Mr. Harold is survived by his loving wife of 62 years: Faye Reid Douglas of Springfield, by his son and daughter-in-law: Eric and Betty Lou Douglas of Springfield, by his grandson: Todd Helmintoller, by his great grandchildren: Myra, Sloane, and Hope Helmintoller, by his faithful dog: Samantha, and by a number of cousins, nieces, nephews, many best friends and caretakers.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Mary Joe “Mama Joe” Carter Dorris
Mary Joe “Mama Joe” Carter Dorris, 88, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Monday April 20, 2020.
A private family graveside service was conducted on Friday April 24th in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Don Sensing officiating.
Mrs. Dorris was born January 3, 1932 in Springfield to the late Joe Henry and Polly Sanford Carter. She was a graduate of Greenbrier High School Class of 1949 and loved being a part of the 49’ers lady’s group of her graduating class. She was a homemaker and a lifelong member of Greenbrier United Methodist Church, where she was very active in the United Methodist Women’s ministry. Mrs. Dorris was a charter member of the Greenbrier Historical Society. She lived a life of faith to her Lord and her church, and she always treasured being involved in the lives of her family that she loved so much.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years: Charles “Charlie” Fate Dorris, and by her brother and sister-in-law: Judge Charles Carter and Vivian Baggett Carter. Mrs. Dorris is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Charlotte and Terry Dorris of Greenbrier, by her son and daughter-in-law: Joe and Monica Dorris of Greenbrier, by her grandchildren: Rob Dorris and wife Margarete, Ken Dorris and wife Erica, Jody Dorris and wife Sarah, Blake Dorris and wife Skylar, by her great grandchildren: Luke, Kate, Heidi, and Wesley Dorris, by her dear friend: Dorothy Helen Elliott of Townsend, and by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Jimmy and Melba Dorris of Greenbrier.
If so desired, you may honor her memory with donations to the Greenbrier United Methodist Church Memorial Fund or the American Heart Association. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home 2201 Memorial Blvd. Springfield, TN 37172
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary Kenneth Alva Brooks, Sr.
Kenneth Alva Brooks, Sr., 85, of Adams, passed away on Sunday April 19, 2020 at his home.
His remains were cremated.
Mr. Brooks was born April 1, 1935 in Baltimore County, Maryland. He was a retired electrician and was a member of Electrical Union (IBEW) Local 70 in Maryland. Mr. Brooks enjoyed farming and raising cattle. For many years he traveled the country showing Angus Cattle. He was preceded in death by his wife: Virginia Feight Brooks.
Mr. Brooks is survived by his sons: Kenneth Alva Brooks, Jr. of Kansas, Dennis Brooks of Maryland, David Brooks of Tennessee, James Brooks of Tennessee, by his daughters: Deborah Miller of Maryland, Judith Cobb of Tennessee, and Barbara Tittel of Maryland, by his sisters: Janet Matthews, Bonnie Nash, and Audrey Keys, by 26 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Doris Jean West Butrum
Doris Jean West Butrum, 83, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Friday April 17, 2020 at The Waters of Robertson.
A private family graveside service was conducted on Monday April 20th in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Pastor Jon Briggs officiating. Pallbearers were Jeffery Butrum, Bruce Jackson, Adam Henson, Jordan Henson, Ravi Butrum, and Dontavius Butrum. There was no public visitation prior to the graveside service.
Mrs. Butrum was born December 7, 1936 in Springfield to the late Homer and Myra Briggs West. She was a retired cashier from Springfield Kroger and was of the Baptist faith. Mrs. Butrum enjoyed crafting, going to yard sales, playing bingo, and going to the Long Hollow Jamboree. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughters: Marcia Brown and Donna Butrum.
Mrs. Butrum is survived by her son: Ray Butrum of Springfield, by her daughters and sons-in-law: Patricia and Larry Jackson of Greenbrier, Debbie and Mark Lewis of Goodlettsville, Stephanie and Troy Henson of Greenbrier, by her brother and sister-in-law: Paul “P.R.” and Tammy West of Adams, by her sisters and brothers-in-law: Carolyn and Billy Wood of Springfield, Mary and Tony Keith of Springfield, by her special friend: Howard Eidson of Greenbrier, by her 13 grandchildren, and by several great and great great grandchildren
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Arnold Gibson, Jr.
Arnold Gibson, Jr., 81, of Hermitage, passed away on Thursday April 16, 2020 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
A private family graveside service was conducted Wednesday April 22nd in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Michael Smith officiating. The family plans for a Memorial Celebration of Life service at a future date.
Mr. Gibson was born November 15, 1938 in Pikeville, KY. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and he worked many years as a heavy equipment operator for Wright’s Industry. Mr. Gibson was of the Baptist faith. He was the type person that always had to be doing something and when ever you asked him what he was doing, he always said “just piddlin”. Mr. Gibson was preceded in death by his father: Arnold Gibson, Sr., by his mother: Babe England Clark, and by his wife: Gladys Elizabeth Ledbetter Gibson, who died in January of this year.
Mr. Gibson is survived by his son: William Gibson of Abingdon, VA, by his daughter: Lisa Gibson of Johnson City, by his step-son: Kenneth Melvin “Kenny” Head and his wife Willie Head of Cedar Hill, by his step-daughters: Brenda Kay Head of Madison and Rita Fay Williams of Nashville, by his brothers: Richard Gibson of Pikeville, KY and Dean Ray Gibson of Hellier, KY, by his sisters: Alice Fay Courtney of Pikeville, KY, Rita Ann Tackett, Amanda DeRosett, and Arnette Simpson all of Hellier, KY, and by several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Dewall Murphey, Jr.
Dewall Porter Murphey, Jr., age 96, of Pleasant View, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
A private graveside service was held Friday, April 24, 2020 in the Elmwood Cemetery with Brother Kenneth Wayne Head officiating. Burial followed with Donny Browning, Phillip Murphey, Preston Murphey, Zach Shelton, Jacob Shelton, Freddy Head, Cam Myatt and Josh Pulley serving as pallbearers.
Mr. Murphey was born November 8, 1923 in Cedar Hill to the late Dewall and Mary Morgan Murphey, Sr. He loved to fish and hunt and was a member of the Coopertown Church of Christ. He loved celebrating his birthday and holidays and especially loved getting greeting cards.
In addition to his parents Mr. Murphey is preceded in death by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Ann and Rufus Head and Dimple and George A. Price. He is survived by his brother, Jimmy (Faye) Murphey of Pleasant View; 6 nieces; and 5 nephews.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Norman Plank
Norman Wayne Plank, age 78, of Greenbrier, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at NHC Healthcare in Hendersonville.
A private graveside service was held Tuesday, April 21, 2020 in the Bellwood Cemetery with Brother Dennis Stirewalt officiating. Burial followed with family and friends serving as pallbearers. No visitation was held prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Plank was born July 25, 1941 in Madison, Illinois to the late Clarence N. and Elizabeth Glore Plank. He worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Mr. Plank is survived by his son, Jeff Plank of Adams; daughters, Sherri Davis, Sheila (Robert) Rish and Shanon Haskins, all of Hendersonville; sister, Marcy (Lynn) Jones of Greenbrier; mother of his children, Nancy Tucker of Hendersonville; and grandchildren, Amanda Brown, Stephen Osborne, Dustin Wyatt, Kelsey Rish, Dalton Clinard, Wyatt Plank, Cheyenne Plank and Shelby Plank.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Annie Turner Crabtree
Annie Turner Crabtree, age 88, of Greenbrier, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, April 19, 2020 while at home. She was surrounded by her family during her final moments. Annie was born on May 7, 1931 in Smith County and was the daughter of the late Guy and Ethel Bellar. She was an active member of Bethel Baptist Church. Annie was known for her warm-hearted spirit, selfless loving nature, and being a hard worker throughout her life. Her passion was sewing, reading, gardening, attending Sunday School and most importantly her time spent with her family. Annie had many life-long friends, too numerous to name. The family appreciates every one for the cards and visits during her extended illness.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Crabtree as well as her brothers, Charles Bellar, John R. Bellar, Tommy Bellar; sisters, Myrtle Ayers, Elizabeth Reid and Lou Bryant.
She is survived by her siblings, William (Nancy) Beller, Claude (Nancy) Bellar; children, Harold (Debra) Crabtree, Bee (Dennis) Williams, Mark Crabtree, Bradley (Denise) Crabtree, Eric Crabtree; 13 grandchildren and 8 greatl-grandchildren.
Annie was laid to rest alongside her husband at Bethel Cemetery, where a private family graveside service will be held with Bro. Brandon Pugh officiating.
Pallbearers were Lee Crabtree, Ben Williams, Daniel Williams, Robert Crabtree, Preston Crabtree and Nathan Miller.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Comfort Care Hospice, 471 Northcrest Dr., Springfield, TN 37172.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN
Obituary for David Ernest Vaughn
David Ernest Vaughn, age 64, of Madison, Tn. passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020.
He was a caring husband and father who worked hard to provide for his family. He loved his grandchildren and the outdoors.
He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 45 years, Debra Vaughn; his sons, Chris (Melissa) Vaughn and Daniel (Mary) Vaughn; his grandchildren, Colton, Chloe, Brannon and MacKenzie Vaughn.
It was David’s request that memorial contributions be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
No services are planned at this time.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Patricia Ann Hunt
Patricia Ann Hunt, age 61, Bethpage, TN passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020 at Sumner Regional Hospital. She was born November 7, 1958 in Nashville, TN the daughter of Joseph Dewey Sain, Jr. and Esther Elizabeth Atwood.
She was preceded in death by her father Joseph Sain, Jr. and sister, Toni Barnes.
A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Patricia loved being outdoors, camping and caving. She was a true animal lover and especially loved horses and dogs. She was her ‘own person’ and always made the best of what she had.
She is survived by son, Jayme Hunt and his wife Amy, Hendersonville, TN; daughter, Lanee’ Hunt, Manchester, TN; mother, Esther Elizabeth Brown; sister, Vicki Ernser; 5 grandchildren, Danny Sewell, Jr., Tiffani Sewell, Ryan Hunt, Rolley Hunt & Easton Hall.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Springfield is in charge of the arrangements.
Obituary for Dorothy Williams Gourley
Dorothy Williams Gourley, age 91, of Hendersonville, TN passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020.
She was born on April 24, 1928 to the late Will and Florence Williams in Trousdale County. Since 1959, she had been a resident of Hendersonville. She was a loving homemaker who never stopped taking care of her children.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by several siblings. She is survived by her children, Tony (Jonna) Gourley, Todd (Chee Chee) Gourley, and Debbie (Dave) Farmer; siblings, Robbie Vance and Tootie Edwards; grandchildren, Mitchell (Brittany) Gourley and Heather (Brandon) Kelly; and great-grandchildren, Donavon and Hannah Presley.
Private visitation was held before a Graveside Service at Hendersonville Memory Gardens on Friday, April 17 at 11:00 a.m. with Merrol Hyde officiating and family and friends serving as pallbearers.
Memorial contributions may be made to the 100 Club of Sumner County.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN
Obituary for Linda Dyer
Linda Marie Dyer, age 43 of Pleasant View, Tennessee died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Her remains were cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Linda was born on April 11, 1977 in Cleveland, Ohio to Sandy Maranville Loiacano and the late Sal Loiacano. She was employed at White House Dental and loved shopping, Disney World, and the beach. Linda was especially fond of her purses. She was a member of Battle Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to her mother,she is survived by her husband, Scott Dyer; daughter, Keely Dyer; sister, Theresa (Brad) Cressman; niece, Libby Wallace; mother-in-law, Carol Dyer; and sister-in-law, Lori Dyer.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for John William Black
John William Black, 82, of Gallatin, TN passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020.
He was a member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. He loved his church and visiting with his family. He was a resolved man.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John W. Black, Sr. and Katherine Trotter; brothers, James Bills and Andrew Bills. He is survived by his daughter, Christine Black and brother, Maxie Trotter.
No services are planned at this time.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Arrangements for Joseph Willie “Jt” Wilkerson
Joseph Willie Wilkerson, III “JT” was born June 7, 1985 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Joseph Willie Wilkerson, II and the late Shelia J. Collier. “JT” gained his wings April 19, 2020.
“JT” professed a hope in Christ at an early age and attended Beards Chapel with Pastor Randy Taylor, First Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Johnson, and recently Lighthouse Baptist Church with Pastor Land Stapleton in Springfield. Tennessee.
“JT” was loved by all and he never met a stranger. “JT” was known to have the biggest heart of gold. He was always ready to help anyone at anytime. His recent supervisor, Emily, with no hesitation admitted that “JT” was by far the best employee “ever.” Those closest to him, Margie Sharkley and Family knew “JT” to be a companion, a brother, an uncle, a great friend and a kind loving soul.
In addition to his Mom and Father, “JT” was also preceded in death by his brothers, Percell Murray, Kenneth and Ken Collier.
He leaves to cherish his memories: loving companion, Margie Scharkley; brothers, Bryan Murray, John and Leon Collier; little brother, Lamarion Ashley; sister, J Rose (Jonika) Burns; stepfather, Kenneth (Rayboone) Collier; nieces, Shatayla and Zipporah Murray; nephew, Martavion Murray; best friends, James Chatman and Jordan Lunsford, and a host of extended and other relatives and friends.
Private services due to COVID-19 were held Friday, April 24, 2020 with Elder James Traughber, eulogy with private interment in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
W. D. Crowder Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements
