In Loving Memory: Obituaries Dec.6-12, 2021
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for George Roy Wallace
George Roy Wallace, age 76 of Springfield, passed from this life on December 12, 2021 at his home. There are no public services planned at this time.
George was born June 17, 1945 in Nashville. His family moved to a ranch in Florida where he grew up. While in Florida, George found joy in bull riding, gaining the title of “Champion Bull Rider” at age 15. His family moved back to Tennessee, where George attended East Robertson, followed by Springfield High School. After that he served in the Army in the 101st Airborne Division and was a member of the American Legion Post 45 in Greenbrier.
George was known take the most difficult, challenging, and impossible Steel fabrication tasks. When people claimed there was no way to make a project work, he always came up with a way to make it possible, astounding others within his field. Due to his expertise, George always got calls from others in the field on how to make the “no way” projects work. Those calls always thrilled him. He loved his work, along with helping others.
He is survived by his loving wife, Janice Wallace, only daughter, Ellen Wallace, and his two granddaughters, Janna and Hollie Morgan. He is also survived by his sister and brothers-in-law, Joyce and Bobby Parks, Jr. of White House, Louise Redferin of Cross Plains, and Betty-Joe and Eric Amudson of Apple Valley, CA; Brothers and sister-in-law, Jerry Wallace of Springfield and Donnie and Vicky Wallace of Springfield; uncle and aunt, Bill and Pam 
Holloway of Sioux Falls, SD; nephew, Michael Cook; and niece Stefani Cook of Coopertown.
If you wish to make a donation in George Wallace’s memory, donations can be sent to The Wounded Warrior Project Inc. (855) 448-3997 or www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Nancy Lee Resler
Nancy Lee Resler, age 89 of Springfield, TN and formerly of Mayfield, KY, passed from this life on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Morningside of Springfield. Visitation with the family will be conducted Friday, December 17, 2021 from 4 until 7 PM with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 PM at Springfield Baptist Church at the courtyard entrance on Main street.
Mrs. Resler was born August 15, 1932 in Wakarusa, IN to the late Donald and Katherine Darkwood Rohrer. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Mayfield, KY where she taught Sunday School for several years and was a retired English Teacher at Mayfield High School. She loved teaching and was a big supporter of the Mayfield Cardinals. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and she enjoyed antiques.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, A.E. “Gene: Resler, and her sisters, Maxine Middleton and Rebecca Voigt.
She is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Melissa and Anson Woodall of Cedar Hill and Ramona Resler of Tampa, FL; grandchildren Mikel (Tyra) Woodall and Austin (Emikate) Woodall; great grandchild, Ezykiel “Zyk” Woodall; a sister-in-law, Lois Resler, and several nieces and nephews.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to First United Methodist Church of Mayfield, KY. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
This obituary is courtesy of Robertson County Funeral Home
Former Greenbrier Mayor & Fire Chief Billy Wilson Dies, He Was 64
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GREENBRIER TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Former Greenbrier Mayor and Greenbrier Fire Chief for many years, Billy Wilson has died, he was 64, his family confirmed Monday.
According to a family rep, Billy passed this morning around 5 am. Billy had several health battles in recent years culminating with a diagnosis of Small-Cell Lung Cancer just weeks ago.
“We are deeply saddened at the death of our dad, Pap, and husband. He lived a life of helping and serving others. He loved God, his family, and the Greenbrier community. As our family grieves, we are comforted by the stories and good memories of those who were blessed to know him. Please be respectful of our family and pray for us in the coming days.” Wilson family…
Wilson joined the Whites Creek Fire Dept when he turned 18 then later moved to Greenbrier around 1994 and joined the Greenbrier Fire Department shortly after. Wilson was made Fire Chief in 2002 and became Greenbrier Mayor in 2003. He held both titles until 2013.
Visitation is Sunday, December 12 from 2-7 then Monday 9-11 am with service at 11. Both will be at Jackson Park Church of Christ. 4103 Gallatin Pike, Nashville. Afterward, there will be a procession to Forest Lawn Cemetery for the burial.
Back in 2012, the Guns and Leather store in Greenbrier ignited into a fireball. The Greenbrier Fire Department, under Mr. Wilson, led the battle to control the blaze. Below is our coverage of the fire and interviews with Chief Wilson.
UPDATE: OBITUARY Added below.
On July 3rd, 1957, Billy Wilson, also known as Punkin, Chief, Mayor, and most importantly Honey, Dad, and Pap, was born in Nashville, TN. This was the beginning of what was to become a life of service to others.
At the age of 18, he became a firefighter which ultimately led to becoming a First Responder and Fire Chief of Greenbrier, as well as the mayor. He cherished these titles, and having enormous pride for his city, he worked tirelessly to fulfill those duties to the betterment of the community. He began attending Jackson Park Church of Christ as a baby.
He loved his family there and made every effort to attend, no matter how bad he felt. It was there that he married the love of his life, Lisa, and raised their family. He spent many years serving the homeless community through the church and has served in many other capacities throughout the years. Beyond his community and church, Billy provided a home to over 100 foster children, acted as Santa through Toys for Tots for thousands of others, all while running his own construction company and providing for his family.
Billy loved his family, church, and community beyond measure doing everything he could for them all up until his death. After several years of health troubles and a diagnosis of lung cancer, he was called home to finally rest pain-free on December 6th, 2021. Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Billy G. and Helen J. Wilson, and grandsons Hartley Wilson and Bentley Garcia.
He is survived by wife, Lisa Hartley Wilson , children April (Evan) Wilson, James Wilson, Steven (Rachel) Wilson, Beth (Joe) Rhodes, Aaron (Morgan) Wilson, Breyannah Wilson and grandchildren, Katie, Wesley and Alie Wilson, Kyran Williams, Bennett Huntington, Bradley and Carrie Ann Wilson, Hunter Merrill, Layla and Lucy Wilson, Collin, Preston, Harrison and Scarlett Rhodes, KenzieLou Oden and Weston Wilson. He is also survived by his brother Jerry (Angela) Wilson and many beloved aunts and cousins.
Visitation will take place at Jackson Park Church of Christ, 4103 Gallatin Rd on Sunday, December 12 from 2-7 PM and Monday, December 13 from 9-11 AM with the service at 11 AM. Burial will commence after procession to Forest Lawn at 1150 S. Dickerson RD. Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Pallbearers will be James Wilson, Steven Wilson, Aaron Wilson, Wesley Wilson, Kyran Williams, Bradley Wilson, Hunter Merrill, Evan Huntington, and Joseph Rhodes. Honorary pallbearers are Doug Downey, Chuck Hawkins, Zane Williams, Miguel Malgioglio, Jeremy Medley, elders of Jackson Park Church of Christ, and Greenbrier Fire Dept. Jim Olive, Heath Pickard, Scott Trew, and Robbie MacKenzie will be officiating. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ForestLawnFuneral-Goodlettsville.com for the Wilson family.
Coopertown Street Department Supervisor Johnny Diven Dies, He was Age 51.
“We are all saddened by this tragic loss. When I was first elected, the first thing that struck me about Johnny was just his deep desire to always do what was right. Next came his incredible work ethic.
It didn’t matter what day it was…what time it was…or really what it was…if Johnny could help…he was there.
My heart goes out to his son Hunter and the rest of his family during this very difficult time.
Johnny my friend…you left us to soon and you will be missed by so many but I will keep those you held dear in my thoughts and prayers in hopes that you rest in peace.” Coopertown Mayor Becca Werner
Obituary – Johnny Diven, age 51 of Indian Mound, TN passed away December 5, 2021.
He was born June 11, 1970 the beloved son of the late Bobby Diven and Mary Cruse. Johnny served as the Street Department Supervisor for Coopertown, TN for over two years. He was a beloved member of the community and worked hard for the citizens. Whether it was working to clear the roads during rain or snow storms, helping set up for festivals, fixing potholes or picking up trash, he did what needed to be done with a smile on his face. Johnny was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and loyal friend to many.
He left behind to cherish his memory, son; Hunter Diven (Caitlyn), the mother of their son; Kimberly Pipkins; step daughter; Alyssa Pipkins, grandchildren; Kynleigh Jo 3 years old, Lakelynn Cait 4 months old; brothers; Billy Woodward, Shawn Woodward, sisters; Anna Bush, Dawn Mathis and Lisa Woodward.
Visitation will be Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 4:00 pm and continue until the hour of the funeral service at 7:00 pm with Bro. Tony Chester officiating the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hunter Diven, c/o Anglin Funeral Home; P.O. Box 100; Dover, TN 37058
Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home, Dover, TN, and online condolences may be made at anglinfuneralhome.com
Obituary for Patricia Gail Steed
Patricia Gail Steed, 71, of Cross Plains, TN passed November 22nd, 2021, with her family by her side in Springfield, TN
Pat was born January 2nd, 1950 in Nashville, Tennessee. She graduated from Maplewood High School in Nashville, TN then went on to become a childcare provider and an Appaloosa Horse breeder.
Patricia is survived by her sisters, Teresa (Billy) Tomlin and Debbie (Jack) Holcomb; daughter, Debra Boger; sons, John Steed and William (Crystal) Steed; and her grandchildren, Christina, Preston, Raven, Tanner, Tristan, Sarah, and her great-grandson Roman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Steed and her parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to TLC Mortuary Services, LLC 2558 HWY 41 S Greenbrier, TN
Obituary for Lois Ballard
Lois Ballard, age 84 of Springfield, passed from this life on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 10:00 AM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Mike Duff officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Joshua Brown, Andrew Brown, Isaac Brown, Justin Keyt, Kaleb Stratton, and Tyler Jacobs serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home Friday from 4 until 8 PM and Saturday from 9 AM until the hour of service.
Mrs. Lois was born September 20, 1937 in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Blake and Nina Marie Spencer Franklin. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church and was a retired teacher with the Robertson County Board of Education. She loved the Lord, reading her Bible, and was a prayer warrior. Because of her faith, she looked forward to the day she could go and be with her husband, daughter, sister, and other family members that had gone on before her. She loved her family dearly and was an excellent listener to anyone who needed to talk.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bob C. Ballard; a daughter, Elizabeth “Lisa” Gainous; and her sister, Miriam McNeil.
Mrs. Ballard is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah and Gary Keyt of Cedar Hill, Rebecca and Bob Brown of Springfield, and Damaris and Kenny Stratton of Springfield. Grandchildren, Jeremiah Brown, Joshua Brown, Heather Keyt, Justin Keyt, Kara Jacobs, and Kaleb Stratton; 15 great grandchildren; and caregiver, Laurie Long.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to the Salvation Army. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Donnie Bowen
Donnie Bowen, age 64, of Cedar Hill, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021 at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, December 15, 2021 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Pastor Jeff Gregory officiating. Burial will follow in the Bellwood Cemetery in Adams with Tyler Bowen, Dalton Moss, Dylan Moss, Bailey Bowen, Matthew Bowen, Bryson Carroll, DeWayne Moss and Jeff Narhart serving as pallbearers.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 from 4-8pm.
Donnie was born June 14, 1957 in Cedar Hill, TN to the late William Jessie and Elizabeth Rose Bowen. Donnie was of the Baptist faith, and loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Brenda Joyce Bowen.
Mr. Bowen is survived by son, Donnie (Nichole) Bowen; daughter, Elizabeth (DeWayne) Moss; son, William Bowen; daughter, Shannon Carroll; 10 grandchildren, Tyler Bowen, Aubrey Moss, Dalton Moss, Dylan Moss, Bailey Bowen, Jeanie Bowen, Matthew Bowen, Bryson Carroll, Brayden Carroll and Brody Carroll; 3 great grandchildren, Weston Bowen, Brinkley Moss and Zadee Bowen; 4 brothers; and 2 sisters.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Arrangements for: Dwanna Sue Darden
Dwanna Sue Darden was born on June 12, 1939, in Robertson County, Tennessee to Roy and Betty Harris Darden, who preceded her in death. Dwanna was the first child of this union along with Ninnie Mae Holland, and George Luster Darden. She departed this earthly life on December 8, 2021.
Dwanna Sue accepted Christ at an early age at Antioch Baptist Church in Adams, Tennessee. Upon her return to Springfield, she attended Greater White Chapel CME Church until her health would not allow her to attend.
She was a graduate of Bransford High School in Springfield, Class of 1956. She was also a graduate of Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education in 1960. After graduation she taught Elementary School for 43 years in the Saint Louis School System in Saint Louis, Missouri. Upon her retirement in 2003 she returned to Springfield.
Dwanna loved her dogs and cats which she called her children. Her children were Sugar, Little Man Scampy, Coco, Queenie, Sandy, and Sweets. She had an undying love for them. She loved reading and listening to gospel music. Her favorite song was “Take Your Burden to the Lord.
Dwanna Sue was also preceded in death by sisters, Leora Gift, Etheline Elliott, Maxine Shannon, Janie Couts, Ninnie Mae Holland; brothers, Sory Darden, James “Boots” Darden, and George Luster Darden.
Dwanna Sue is survived by thirty -six nephews and nieces; a host of cousins, extended family, friends, great nephew, and great nieces.
Viewing, Visitation and Funeral was Thursday, December 16, 2021 at Greater Whites Chapel CME Churchi with Reverend Dr. Susan Sawyer, Officiant and Eulogy; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
Keep the Darden family in your prayers.
W. D. Crowder Funeral Home in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Carl Chambliss
Carl Bernard Chambliss, age 88, of Joelton, Tennessee, died Saturday, December 11,2021 at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 o’clock a.m., Monday, December 20th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with his family conducting the service.
Burial will follow in Joelton Hills Memory Gardens with Bro. Greg Smith officiating the committal service.
Serving as pallbearers will be Scott Kerr, Sean Moule, Brent Miller, Bryan Laurenson, Samuel Bruce, and Michael Booker. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Tabor, Randy Hasse, Ronnie Mayo, Gary Lee, Ricky Williams, Bruce Chambliss, Scotty Chambliss, Mark Chambliss, John Baynham, Thomas “T” Berry, and Bud Milliken.
The family will receive friends at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View from 12 noon-6:00PM on both Saturday, December 18th, and Sunday, December 19th, and again on Monday beginning at 9:00AM until the hour of service at 10:00AM.
Mr. Chambliss was born on September 4, 1933, in Cheatham County, Tennessee, to the late Pete & Beulah Chambliss. He was the owner of Chambliss Construction, and former owner of C & W pools. In addition to his other endeavors, he helped many people start their own businesses; and he established his companies in the community to serve and support the people. Mr. Chambliss was a co-founder of the Clarksville Highway Church of Christ.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Gloria Williams Chambliss; brothers, JW Chambliss and Marvin Chambliss; sisters, Muriel Herron and Nadene Leibfritz.
Survivors include his son, Nelson (Jamie) Chambliss; daughters, Carla (Ralph) Bruce and Lesa (Mike) Mulcahy; grandchildren, Sarah (Scott) Kerr, Rebekah (Sean) Moule, Tiffany (Brent) Miller, Hannah (Bryan) Laurenson, Ashely Chambliss, Jessica Chambliss, Samuel Bruce, Michael Booker, and Elanah Bruce; step-grandchildren, Justin McCain, and Gloria (Nick) Garton; great-grandchildren, Josh Randall, Sophie, Audrey, & Eleanor Laurenson, Grayson Kerr, Daniel Moule, and Annabelle Garton.
If so desired, memorial contributions in memory of Carl Chambliss may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Jeanette Brown
M. Jeanette Brown passed away on December 8, 2021. She was born in Robertson County, TN on August 10, 1925.
She was predeceased by her parents, George Wallace Brown and Lucile Orand Brown of Springfield, TN. In addition, both of her sisters, June Brown Moore (Charles) and Christine Brown passed prior to her death.
She is survived by her niece, Marcia M. Olewine (John) of Fort Mill, SC and her nephew, Alan G. Moore (Diana) of Nashville, TN.
In addition, her great nieces Kimberly T. McQueen (Jason) of Birmingham, AL and Kelly T. Parlier (Chris) of Fort Mill, SC and great nephew, Spencer G. Moore of Nashville survive her. She is also survived by her great, great niece Rowan G. Parlier and great, great nephew Christopher Graham Parlier, both of Fort Mill, SC.
Following high school graduation, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Middle Tennessee State College (now MTSU) and a Master’s Degree from Austin Peay State University. She enjoyed a 40- year teaching career split between West Tennessee and Middle Tennessee. Her last active role was at Hillsboro High School.
Visitation was held at Austin Bell Funeral Home at 509 Walnut Street, Springfield, TN 37172 on Friday December 10th, 2021 at 10am prior to a graveside service at 11:30 am at Elmwood Cemetery in Springfield.
Memorial contributions may be made to Belmont United Methodist Church 2007 Acklen Ave, Nashville, TN 37212.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Thomas Wayne Hoover
Age 70 of White House passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Centennial Medical Center. He was born June 21, 1951 in Madison, TN to Roy Franklin & Janell Carmack Hoover, Jr. He worked as the owner/operator of the White House Feed Mill before his retirement.
He is preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his mother, Janell Hoover, White House, TN; son, Rodney W. (Kelley) Hoover, White House, TN; daughter, Lori Watlington, Red Boiling Springs, TN; sister, Teresa Harrison, Cottontown, TN; 5 grandchildren, Peyton (Lekse), Logan, Cody, Courtney and Cameron.
A Graveside Service and interment was Friday, December 10, 2021 at 11am in Hillcrest Cemetery with Chief Joe Palmer officiating and with family and friends serving as pallbearers. There was no visitation planned.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Barbara Lynn Troxell
Barbara Lynn Troxell, age 69, of Springfield, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021 at her home.
Barbara is survived by her life partner, Arlene Hall; daughters, Tonja (lloyd) Branch and Andrea (Gary) Whitaker; stepchildren, Joe Slate and Tish Ray; grandchildren, Lloyd Branch, Tangela Branch, Athena (David) Vallejo and Christian (Jesse) Vallejo; 9 step-grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 13 step great grandchildren.
Barbara’s wishes were to be cremated and there are no services scheduled at this time.
The family request that in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to help with cremation expenses.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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Obituary for Bettye Anne “Honey” Chaffin
Bettye Anne “Honey” Chaffin, 86, of Ridgetop, passed from this life on Friday December 3, 2021, at her home.
In honor of her wishes, she was cremated, and no public services will be held.
Mrs. Chaffin was born April 14, 1935, in Nashville, to the late Otis Lee and Louise Spence Mangrum. She was a retired business owner and a member of First Baptist Church in Ridgetop. Mrs. Chaffin enjoyed painting and in her younger years, playing her guitar. More than anything, Mrs. Chaffin loved the Lord, and she enjoyed being a homemaker and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a wonderful loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Harold Chaffin, and by her siblings: Archie Mangrum, Garner Mangrum, and Ima Mangrum Whitlock. Mrs. Chaffin is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Dwayne and Gail Chaffin of Joelton, by her daughters and sons-in-law: Teresa “Terri” and Gary Morris of Greenbrier, Karen and Gary Dean of Greenbrier, by her grandchildren: Rachel (Chris) Hunter, Amy (Rob) DeBerry, Daniel (Lauren) Dean, Beau (Michelle) Morris, Shelby (Taylor) Carr, by her 5 great grandchildren, by her siblings: Wayne (Joey) Mangrum of Nashville, David (Pam) Mangrum of Smyrna, Helen Sawyer of Nashville, and Laura Cole of Smyrna, by her devoted caregiver and extended family member: Keren McComas, by her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, her late husband’s family, that she loved and cared for so much: Paula McCord, Judy (Jimmy) Adkins, Joan (Ralph) Gregory, and Neil (Sandra) Chaffin, and by several nieces, nephews, and her neighbor’s that were so dear to her.
The family wishes to extend their love and appreciation to Comfort Care Hospice for their devoted care, attention, and love for Mrs. Chaffin.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Chaffin’s memory to the Open-Door Pregnancy Center in Springfield. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Ester Lucille Hand
Ester Lucille Hodges Hand, age 84, of Greenbrier, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021 at her home.
Funeral services were held Friday, December 10, 2021 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Pastor Jim Clark officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Sharon Cemetery with Bobby Hand, Jr., Mark Hand, Jr., Nick Oplinger, John Pokorny, Les Hand, and Jason Warden serving as pallbearers. Mr. Michael Hand was an Honorary Pallbearer.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 4-8pm and again on Friday from 12pm until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mrs. Hand was born March 25, 1937 in Sumner County, TN to the late James Franklin and Sadie Pauline England Hodges. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist Faith.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Hand is preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Hand, her son, Jimmy Dean Hand and her grandson, Matthew Hand.
Mrs. Hand is survived by her sons, Kenneth Hand, Bobby Hand, Sr., and Mark (Julie) Hand, Sr., all of Coopertown; daughter, Lisa (Brad) Oplinger of Atlanta, GA; brothers, Gordon Hodges of Portland and Doug Hodges of Bethpage; sisters, Shirley, Janie and Patty; grandchildren, Mark Jr., Bobby Jr., Linda, Ashley, Michael, Heather and Nick; and great-grandchildren, Dalton, Radley, Anna, Skylar, Journey and Haliah.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Bobby Wayne Cobb
Bobby Wayne Cobb, age 58 of Springfield, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center.
A Memorial Service was held at 7PM on Friday, December 10th at Austin & Bell Funeral Home with Pastor Robert Gardner officiating. The family received friends 3pm until time of service at 7pm on Friday at the funeral home.
Bobby was born in Springfield, TN on July 27, 1963 to the late Herman Horace Cobb and Charlotte Jackson Cobb.
He was a Framer in the construction industry and a member of Greater Faith Community Church in Springfield. He loved all his family very much. He also loved his friends and his Lord.
He was known as the best framer around. He enjoyed golfing, playing pool, watching sports and family gatherings. He loved his YouTube and his favorite passion was being at the race track helping with the cars and being a spotter for his driver, Ricky Sanford.
He is survived by his mother, Charlotte Jackson Cobb; sisters, Pamela Cobb, Rita (Ronnie) England, Sherry (Brent) Beadle; brother/cousin, Christopher Shawn Jackson; nephews, Kyle G. Wix, Conner R. Beadle and numerous cousins.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Martha Ann Alley
Martha Ann Bussell Alley, age 88, of Greenbrier was called home to our Lord on Saturday, December 4, 2021.
The family received friends from 11:00am until time of funeral service at 1:30pm Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Greenbrier with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating. Burial followed in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens with David Brehm, Stephen Williams, Cade McDonald, Keeton Bunn, Richard Jones, Charles Winans, Josh Magee, Wyatt Williams, Wrex Williams, Wrett Williams and Bryson Alley serving as pallbearers.
Martha was a 1949 Graduate of Greenbrier High school. She was also a member of The Greenbrier First Baptist Church. Martha was a pillar in the community and spent many hours helping anyone who may have been in need. She was the owner of Alleys Antiques and was known for her fine work refinishing antique furniture. Martha also was an account manager at Anderson/Hickey for 15 years as well as a bookkeeper for Alley’s Auction Barn. She loved her family above all and lived her life for each and every one of them.
Martha was born in Goodlettsville on January 7, 1933 to the late Henry Haskel and Pauline Porter Bussell. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Alley was also preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Elgia Harris Alley; daughter, Carol Ann Alley; and a brothers, Johnny Bussell and Bobby Bussell.
Martha is survived by her daughter, Doris Lee Alley Brehm and husband David of Cross Plains; and a son, Edward Harris Alley of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Cari McDonald, Cacy (Stephen) Williams , Kimi Bunn and Colt Alley; great grandchildren, Alley and Cade McDonald, Destiny Sircy, Cheznie (Brandon) Searcy, Keeton Bunn, Wyatt, Wrex, Wrett and Lily Willams, Bryson and Aubrey Alley.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Bill Sutherland
William Neil Sutherland
August 10, 1927 – December 2, 2021
William Neil “Bill” Sutherland passed away on Thursday, December 2, at age 94, in Springfield Tennessee. Bill is preceded in death by his wife Margaret Sutherland, his granddaughter Clare Sutherland, his parents Earnest and Vivian Sutherland, and his two brothers Gene and Keith Sutherland. He is survived by his large family. By his children Ann and Greg Peterson, of Gering Nebraska, Neil and Mona Sutherland, of Cedar Hill Tennessee, Jane Sutherland of Lincoln Nebraska, and George and Carol Sutherland of League City Texas. He and his wife Margaret started a large family, with thirteen grandchildren and twenty-six great-grandchildren scattered from Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Texas, Tennessee, and Massachusetts.
A memorial service will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, 410 N. Pine Street, Florence Alabama, on Sunday December 19 at 1:30 pm. Funeral services are being provided by Austin & Bell Funeral Home, of Springfield TN. Honorary pallbearers for the service will include lifelong friends Scotty Bobo, Kris Engelstad, Steve Engelstad, and Marty Engelstad. The family asks that donations be made in lieu of flowers to either Trinity Episcopal Church or Habitat for Humanity – Restore in Florence, Alabama
Born on August 10, 1927, on a small farm near Adel Iowa, he saw a great deal of life in his 94 years. Born to Earnest Morris Sutherland and Vivian Martha Sutherland, and a family of older brothers Gene and Keith, he grew up during the depression years and WWII. No indoor plumbing in the home, farming with horses, and picking corn by hand was typical of life on an Iowa farm. Educated at Washington Township Consolidated, where he was confident that he was in the top ten of his graduating class. “There were only eleven of us in the graduating class,” he once said, “and I knew I just had to be smarter than at least one of them.” Like his brothers before him, he enlisted in the military, serving in the Navy when his turn came near the end of WWII. “It’s just what we all did,” he would say. He was home on leave from the Navy when he learned of the death of President Roosevelt. “I was digging a ditch by hand for a water line from the windmill to the house, when Mom came out to tell me the news she heard on the radio.” That was how he learned of that historic event, and the first time there was running water in the home.
Upon the close of WWII, thoughts turned to his future. Bill enrolled at Iowa State University and earned a BS in Farm Operations in 1950. He earned an MS in Soil Management in 1954, and ultimately a PhD in Soil Fertility in 1960. While in graduate programs, he worked as a youth assistant in the Iowa Extension Service, and as a soil conservation Agent in the Minnesota Extension Service. Upon completing his PhD, Bill joined the National Fertilizer Development branch of Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Starting with TVA in Knoxville, TN and Florence AL, he introduced TVA fertilizer production and use technology. Upon relocation to Lincoln, NE in 1964 he served as Program Director in several states in the Midwest, Great Plains, and Rocky Mountains. He served as an agronomist on a joint TVA/ State Department team in Viet Nam in 1967, studying projected nutrient needs for crop production in several Southeast Asian countries. Relocating to Muscle Shoals AL headquarters in 1978 he served as branch agronomist and assistant chief for TVA’s national programs in soils management, land use, and development of markets for high value crops. Bill retired from TVA and sunset his highly accomplished career in 1988. He spent his career figuring out how to feed the world.
Along the way Bill met a very nice young lady named Margaret Fowler in an Iowa State chemistry class they shared. After an hour exam he took the opportunity to introduce himself to her, and the conversation reportedly was rather awkward as she had done poorly on the exam. Of course, he had aced the test and was in a great mood. Yet somehow he persevered in the conversation, she agreed to a first date, a second, a third, and finally he and Margaret Diantha Fowler were married in September of 1949.They were inseparable, and their love story lasted 65 years until her death in 2015. Now they are reunited, and have picked up right where they left off. Four children were born: Ann Leslie in 1951, Neil Rockwell in 1953, Jane Elizabeth in 1955, and George Duncan in 1958. They started off their family life in Iowa, moved to Rochester, Minnesota, and upon completing his PhD joined Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and relocated to Knoxville TN in 1960, to Florence AL in 1962, and Lincoln NE in 1964. His final assignment with TVA brought him back to Florence, Alabama in 1978 where he and Margaret lived their lives woven deeply into the fabric of the community. Bill was a long-time member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Florence, Alabama, serving as Junior Warden for several years. He spent many days volunteering and working for the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, helping people in need to improve their housing. Bill was also a very active member of the Florence Exchange club, sponsoring many projects and serving as President.
Bill and Margaret lived their lives with a high sense of travel, adventure, and learning. A love of the outdoors often combined these things, where family vacations would be four kids and a dog in a station wagon, pulling a pop-up camper with a rowboat on top. Off to adventure to camp for a few weeks in the North woods of Minnesota or Canada, the Rocky Mountains, or even the Gulf Coast and down to the Florida Keys. Bill raised his two sons pheasant hunting, and spent many weekends freezing in a tent on a boy scout campout during Nebraska winters. With retirement came the love of travel in a motor home, and he and Margaret traveled extensively across all fifty states, including two extended road trips to Alaska, to the Canadian maritime provinces, and even deep into Mexico inside the Sea of Cortez. They placed a special focus on spending time with their many grandchildren along the way. Nothing delighted the grandkids more than seeing their grandfather back their large motor home into the driveway with a smile and a hug. Several extended tours of Europe and the British Isles in England, Ireland, and of course Scotland. Bill and Margaret were touring France when 9/11 struck and changed our history. Not able to fly home, they spent several days in a hotel awaiting the chance to return home. He was accosted by a hotel employee, who asked if he was an American. When he acknowledged that he was, the woman looked at him and said, in rough English, “but you saved us.” Bill just replied “well, we saved each other.” She wept and swept he and Margaret into a long warm hug. Bill had a unique ability to connect with people, from boardroom executives in agri-business to housekeepers in a Parisian hotel. As lifelong learners, they frequently included an “Elderhostel” on their travels. These were week-long courses, typically taught by a university, where they immersed in history and culture of an area. From the history of NW Washington in Bellingham WA, to British history in Nova Scotia, to Cajun culture in Lake Charles, Louisiana they broadened their worldview and love of people from all walks of life and locations. Bill was highly intelligent, and extremely well versed in a broad range of subjects. Always a tall stack of books near at hand, he could discuss at depth anything from the development of mechanized farming, US and world history, world economics, and politics. If you ever disagreed with him in a frequent post-dinner discussion one quickly learned that you had better have your facts straight, because you could be sure his were. Yet he was always gracious about it.
Bill leaves us with quite a legacy, one rich in the people left behind and the values he imparted. We’ll always smile when we think of his big heart, with a soft spot for kids and dogs, his big laugh, his generosity, and his big hands. He left behind an unshakable set of values that that taught us many things. To value all people. To get yourself educated in whatever you choose, and never stop learning. To work really hard, and be really, really good at whatever you choose. He once said “if you want to be a ditch digger, fine. Just make sure you are a really good ditch digger.” To love people, love your wife, and love your family. To get out on the open road with your window down. And always carry a pocketknife. Bill was dearly loved and is missed by a great many people.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Darrell Ray Osborn
Darrell R. Osborn passed away on December 1, 2021. He was born on July 1, 1959 in Orleans, France, but grew up in Trenton, KY. He was predeceased by his parents, Annie Elizabeth Newcomb Osborn and James Richard Osborn. Survivors include his beloved wife, Stephanie Anne Gannaway Osborn, originally of Cunningham, TN, whom he married on June 18, 1983. Other survivors include his brother James Osborn, brother Will Osborn, sister Carol Ann Osborn Manley, and their families, including many nieces and nephews.
Darrell worked as a Senior Graphic Artist and Illustrator for Teledyne Brown Engineering where he was employed for 34 years. He also created imaginative cover art for numerous publishing houses and authors, including his wife.
Prior to Teledyne Brown Engineering, Darrell worked at Opryland for 3 years where he worked in Live Entertainment as both a tech and a live performer, often wielding puppets during the various stage shows.
He volunteered at the Fantasy Playhouse, Theatre Huntsville, Huntsville Community Chorus, and more, where he designed and built sets for productions and plays, applied special-effects makeup, and often appeared in the shows. He also did special-effects makeup for commercials in Nashville, TN, where at least one won a Clio, the industry equivalent of an Oscar.
Darrell was a well-known local celebrity in the U.S. Southeast, where he performed as Doctor Osborn. His magic shows, comedy and “Balloons of Doom” brought smiles to countless children and adults throughout the southeast for decades. He also won awards for magic, comedy, and ventriloquism.
Darrell’s contagious humor, boundless creativity and fun-loving attitude will be greatly missed by all who met him.
A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, December 7th at Legacy Chapel Funeral Home and Crematory in Madison, AL.
The family received friends at Louise United Methodist Church (4861 Louise Road, Cumberland Furnace, TN 37051) on Saturday, December 11th, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The funeral was held at 1:00 PM at the church. Burial followed afterward in the Church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Mary Ann Glidewell Browning
Mary Ann Glidewell Browning, 87, of Cross Plains, passed from this life on Thursday December 2, 2021, at her home.
Graveside services were conducted Saturday December 4th at 1:00 p.m. in the Cross Plains Cemetery with Reverend Rick Robinson officiating. Pallbearers were Daniel Pearson, Barry Jones, Jim Fisher, Mack White, Chris White, Joey Drury, Braden Jones, and Knox Jones. The family received friends at the graveside services on Saturday.
Mrs. Browning was born April 1, 1934, in Cross Plains, to the late Ewell and Priscilla Swann Glidewell. She was a retired clerk with the ASCS Office and was a member of Milldale Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Browning loved watching basketball and football. She was an avid Tennessee Titans fan and U.T. Vols fan, especially the Lady Vols Basketball team. More than anything else, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Richard Browning, and by her siblings: Tim Glidewell and Bertha Campbell. Mrs. Browning is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Ann Beth and Harold Pearson of Cross Plains, by her son: Robert Ewell Browning of Mt. Juliet, by her grandchildren: Nicole Jones and husband Barry, Daniel Pearson and wife Shanda, by her great grandchildren: Nataleigh Pearson, Braden Jones, Faith Pearson, and Knox Jones, and by her beloved cat: Callie.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Milldale Presbyterian Church and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Paul Wisener
Paul Wisener, age 79 of Springfield, passed from this life on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Funeral services were conducted Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 4:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Marvin Crouch officiating. Interment service was Monday, December 6, 2021 at 11:00 AM in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Dale Swearingen officiating. Pallbearers were John Wisener, Gabe Wisener, Connor Wisener, Cole Chaudoin, Michael Ashburn, Daniel Ashburn, Dale Swearingen, Jim Wisener, Jesse Wisener, and Bob Bruce. The family received friends at the funeral home Sunday from 1 PM until the hour of service. There was no visitation on Monday prior to the burial service.
Paul was born October 27, 1942 in Nashville to the late James William and Martha Ann Scales Wisener. He was a member of Orlinda Church of Christ and was a lifelong 3rd generation dairy farmer, which was the life he dreamed of. He was a hard worker, having moved to Springfield from Antioch in 1973. He loved his family and his church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of almost 59 years Gayle Chapman Wisener, who died in October of this year; brothers, Buster and Billy Wisener; and sister, Thelma Clark.
He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Steven Brent and Amy Wisener of Springfield; daughters and sons-in-law, Sherri Lynn and John Ashburn of Lafayette and Vicki Denise and Robert Chaudoin of Bowling Green, KY; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jesse and Pat Wisener of Christiana and Jim and Julie Wisener of Antioch; sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Ellen Wayman of Antioch, Jane and Roger McMurtry of Livingston, Sally and Tom Thomas of Ormond Beach, FL, and Dot and Bill LeVaugh of Pace, FL; grandchildren and spouses, Gabe and Meredith Wisener, Connor and Sutton Wisener, Cole Chaudoin, Kate Chaudoin, Daniel Ashburn, Michael Ashburn, Jamie Ashburn, and Emily Ashburn; and great grandson, Cale Wisener.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to Orlinda Church of Christ. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Charles Edward Abernathy
Charles Edward Abernathy, age 68, of Nashville, TN passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Mr. Abernathy was born May 23, 1953 in Springfield, TN to the late Charles Gleason and Marie Bush Abernathy.
The family is having a private graveside service for Mr. Abernathy.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Harold Corlew
Harold Benjamin Corlew “Dixie”, age 78 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Thursday, December 2, 2021 at The Residence of Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Funeral services were held at 2:00PM on Monday, December 6th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Gene Parton officiating. Burial followed in Mallory’s Cemetery in Chapmansboro with Chad Corlew, Santiago Cirilo, Cade Corlew, Ricky Knox, John Carr, Dale Shearon,and Phil Welker served as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Monday from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mr. Corlew was born on August 19, 1943 in Clarksville, Tennessee to the late Harry & Gladys Shepard Corlew. He started a career at State Industries and then a supervisor at KFC manufacturing. He worked several years at East Montgomery Utilities where he retired. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam war. In his younger years he enjoyed bird hunting, square dancing, drag racing, and tobacco farming. He also played softball in the military. Mr. Corlew spent time playing golf and fishing and he loved to watch western movies. He never met a stranger and loved his family, most especially his grandchildren. He was of the Baptist Faith.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Ronnie Adkins.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patsy Knox Corlew; son, Chad Corlew; daughter, Misty Corlew-Cirilo (Santiago); and grandchildren, Cade Corlew, Jaycee Corlew, and Haven Cirilo.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38102-9959.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Jo Ann Hess
Jo Ann Eskew Hess, age 84, of Cedar Hill, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at her home.
Funeral services were held Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 12 noon in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Reverend Steve Freeman and Chaplain Saul Eady, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Donnie Keith, Coty Harris, Ronnie Stovall, Michael Baujan, Scott Hugger and Mike Byrum serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 4-8pm and again on Sunday from 10am until the hour of service at 12 Noon.
Mrs. Hess was born August 19, 1937 in Springfield to the late Richard and Lula Richardson Eskew. She was a homemaker and loving mother and grandmother.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Hess is preceded in death by husband, LeRoy Hess; her brothers, Bobby Eskew and Douglas Eskew. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Donnie and Paula Keith and Ronnie and Linda Stovall; daughters, and sons-in-law, Glenda and Howard Decker and Amelia and Terry Hastings; sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Ralph Hayes; close friend and caregiver, Drudie Hughes; grandchildren, Ashley (Coty) Harris, Michael (Tina) Baujan, Angela (Scott) Hugger; and great-grandchildren, Marley Jo Harris, Sarah Baujan, and Bradley Baujan.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN.
Obituary for Brenda Joyce Shoemaker
Brenda Joyce Shoemaker, age 73 of Springfield passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center.
Funeral Services were held at 12pm, Friday, December 3rd at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Bro. Steve Freeman officiating. Burial followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Goodlettsville with Kenneth Drake, Kyle Drake, John allen, Chance Hughes, cody Ledbetter and Matthew Kernell serving as pallbearers. The family received friends 4pm to 8pm on Thursday, December 2nd and 10am until time of service on Friday, December 3rd at the funeral home.
Brenda was born in Nashville, TN on August 28, 1948 to the late Thomas Edward, Sr and Regina Joyce West Hughes. She was also preceded in death by her husband James Ezra Shoemaker, Jr and her first husband, Gerald Peter Pash.
Brenda and Jim owned and operated Shoemakers Equipment Service where she was the bookkeeper.
Together they ran a very successful business. She dearly loved and adored her husband Jim very much. She also loved her family very much. She enjoyed helping others and that was what brought her the most joy. She enjoyed traveling extensively with Jim, loved listening to music and singing as well. Sewing was a big part of her early life.
She is survived by daughter, Jennifer Lynn Pash of Erin, TN; brother, Thomas Edward Jr. (Karen) Hughes of Brunswick, GA; sister, Lisa Anne (John) Allen of Springfield; grandchildren, Ryan Taylor (Hannah) Bagwell, Garrett Mitchell Abbott; great-grandchildren, Dani Leigh Bagwell, Weston Pratt Bagwell and Deklan James Bagwell.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier, TN.
Obituary for James Phillip McCormack
Age 81 of White House passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at his home. He was born October 29, 1940 in Nashville, TN to James Vaughn & Sophia Susko McCormack. He worked as a carpenter until his retirement. Mr. McCormack enjoyed playing and watching poker games, visiting casinos, gambling, watching football, westerns and game shows, especially Jeopardy.
He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister; his lifelong companion, Goldie Nicholson. He is survived by his step-sons, Mike Nicholson, Hendersonville and Ricky Nicholson, Cottontown, TN; step-daughters, Kathy Nicholson, Cottontown, TN and Billie (Ray) Hampton, Goodlettsville, TN; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11AM in the chapel of Austin and Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Dennis Wallace officiating. Interment followed in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens at 1pm with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Friday, December 10, 2021 4-8PM and Saturday, December 11, 2021 9-11AM at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Joan Crawford Parchman
Age 82 of Goodlettsville passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Hendersonville Medical Center. She was born April 16, 1939 to Henry Seay & Norma Pauline England Crawford in Simpson County, KY. She worked as a bookkeeper for Ridgetop Haven Nursing Home before her retirement and was a member of Gideon United Methodist Church. She played high school basketball and still enjoyed watching basketball games. She loved her husband more than anything else in the world. She enjoyed crafting, sewing, cross stitch and was an absolutely wonderful cook. She and her husband enjoyed traveling the country and all over the world. They especially enjoyed their trip to the Holy Land.
She is preceded in death by her mother; husband, Coy Parchman; brother, Lee Crawford. She is survived by her sons, Tim Parchman, Goodlettsville, TN and Greg Parchman, Nashville, TN; brothers, Ray Crawford and Junior Crawford, both of TN; grandson, Brandson (Molly) Parchman, Goodlettsville, TN; great-grandchildren, Madalynn Parchman and Journee Parchman, both of Goodlettsville, TN.
A memorial service was Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 4:30PM at Gideon United Methodist Church, Visitation with the family was held 3PM-4:30 at the church prior to the service. A meal prepared by the church was served immediately following the service. A private family burial will take place at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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