In Loving Memory: Obituaries February 22-28, 2021
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for James Edward “CHIEF” Dodderer
James Edward “CHIEF” Dodderer, 75, of Greenbrier, passed away on Saturday February 27, 2021 at NorthCrest Health. His remains were buried in Springfield Memorial Gardens on Tuesday March 2nd. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Tuesday March 9th at 2:00 p.m. at South Haven Baptist Church with Dr. Frank Gagliano officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the memorial service.
Chief was born February 2, 1946 in Oklahoma City, OK to the late James Fredrick and Rose Marie Novak Dodderer. He retired as a welder, and then went on to work in building maintenance at Heritage High School. Chief was a member of South Haven Baptist Church. He enjoyed bowling, participating in Senior Olympics, and going to movies.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Peggy Dodderer. Chief is survived by his brother: Raymond Dodderer of Oklahoma, and by Jo Ann Linnemeier, of Springfield, who Chief always introduced to others as “My Friend”.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the South Haven Baptist Church building fund in Chief’s memory.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Charles Elmer (Chuck) McBride
Charles Elmer (Chuck) McBride, 69, a loving husband, dad, and Papa, passed away on Wednesday February 3, 2021 at his home, after an extended illness. He was a resident of Grove City, Ohio. He was born September 18, 1951 in Nashville, TN to the late Elmer E. McBride and Colleen McBride Minton.
Chuck was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp serving from 1968-1973. He was a police officer for Metro Nashville. In 1976 he started his railroad career with CSX Railroad as a switchman and retired as an executive from G & W RR in 2016. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed hot rod cars and showing his 1937 Plymouth at antique car shows. The light of his life was attending sports events watching his grandson Charlie compete in baseball, basketball, and football.
Chuck is survived by his wife of 49 years: Donna Elliott McBride of Grove City, OH formally of Springfield, by his son Charles “Gator” (Amy) McBride of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, and by his four grandsons: Charlie McBride, Adam, Aaron, and Austin Elliott. He is also survived by his sisters: Patty (Rob) Carpenter and Barbara McBride of Murfreesboro, and numerous other family and friends. Chuck’s remains have been cremated and a memorial service will be held at 12 PM on Saturday April 17, 2021 at Robertson County Funeral Home. The family will receive friends beginning at 11 AM on Saturday.
Honorary Pallbearers are Deland Elliott, Rodger Elliott, Mike Elliott, Todd Elliott, Rob Carpenter, Neal Cole, Len Wagner, and Dan Pavick.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Carl Edwin Slate
Carl Edwin Slate of Greenbrier, TN passed from this life Sunday, February 28, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield, TN surrounded by his family. Funeral Services will be held at 1pm on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Bro. Johnny Trail and Bro. Jon Briggs officiating. Burial will follow in Greenbrier Cemetery with grandsons serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends 4pm to 8pm on Friday, March 5th and 10am until time of service on Saturday, March 6th at the funeral home.
He was born October 30, 1936 in Greenbrier, TN to the late Novella Howard Slate and Jack Martin Slate. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Slate; sister, Peggy Browning and grandson Cody Adcock.
He was married to the love of his life, Shirley Moore Slate for 65 years. He was a baseball coach in Greenbrier for nearly 20 years, serving several of those years as District Director for Dixie Majors Baseball. During that time, he helped shape the lives of many young men. He was very proud of each and every one of them. In the past, he served as a dedicated member of the Lion’s Club in Robertson County. He also served as a Robertson County Highway Commissioner for 12 years. He was a General Contractor for over 50 years and was a member of Hillcrest Church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Slate; son, Steve (Sheila) Slate; daughters, Sherry Adcock, Karen Jackson and Cindy (Ed) Stansberry; 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren and sister, Patsy Nevels.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S. Greenbrier, Tn 37073
Obituary for Alex Cabiera Benefield
Age 53 of White House passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at his home. He was born July 12, 1967 in the Province of Cagayan in the Philippines. He worked as a flight attendant for United Airlines. He enjoyed caring for the home, gardening. He was a computer nerd but he loved sharing his knowledge with others. He proudly served his country in the USAF.
He is preceded in death by his father, Dante Cabiera. He is survived by his spouse, Charles Evans, White House, TN; mother, Flora Pasion Benefield, CA; brother, Allen Benefield, CA; sisters, Elizabeth Glosson, Alexandria, VA and Anna Benefield-Velazquez, CA.
There are no services or visitation planned. Inurnment in the Nashville National Cemetery will be Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 2pm with military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA in Alex’s memory.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Lisa Walker
Alisa “Lisa” Louise Walker, age 19 of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Wednesday, March 3rd with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating. Burial will follow at EverRest of Cheatham with Michael Walker, James Upchurch, Brandon Upchurch, Rowdy Sischo, Dustin Nicholson, and Lee Cox serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4-8PM and again on Wednesday from 10AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Lisa was born on March 2, 2001 in Nashville, Tennessee. She loved to dance, had a beautiful smile and a free spirit. She attended the 24 Church.
She is preceded in death by her grandfathers, Ronny Walker and J.W. Nicholson;and uncle, Archie Henderson.
She is survived by her parents, Melinda & Terry Nicholson and Edwin Walker; brothers and sisters , Michael (Stephanie) Walker, Crystal Dabney, Brandon (Elizabeth) Upchurch, James (Brittany) Upchurch, and Sammie Nicholson; grandmothers, Shirley Matthews, Barbara Nicholson, and Claudia Chamberlain; ten nieces & nephews and numerous aunts, uncles & cousins; sisters by heart, Christine Grissom, Izzy Heck, and Mandy Buyukolmez.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Mary Ella McLind Clarkson
Mary Ella McLind Clarkson passed away at the age of 85, 2/20/2021, at her eldest daughter’s home in Springfield after a lengthy illness. She had family at her bedside holding her hand.
She had chosen cremation (TN Cremation Care) and a memorial service is planned on her birthday, 3/19, in Roseburg, OR, where her remains will be buried with her parents.
Mary was born in 1935 in the town of Alamosa, CO, to Velma Ledinski and Gustave McLind. She was the eldest of 3 children and is survived by her sister, Jenny Sanford, Medford, OR and her brother, Victor McLind, Shingletown, CA.
She married Larry Clarkson, who has proceeded her in death, and had 3 children; Lynne (Matt) Herscher, Springfield, TN; Mark (Andrea) Clarkson, Salem, OR; and Michele (Steve) Tilley, Oakland, OR. She was blessed with 9 grandchildren including Bethany Herscher, Greenbriar, TN, Bonnie (Ric) Burks, Brentwood, TN, and Brenton Matthew Herscher, Springfield, TN.
Mary was an accountant and worked in the Dept. of Human Resources for the State of Oregon for 23 years until retirement. She loved writing letters and corresponded with friends for life. She also enjoyed sewing, shopping, and reading. Her trademark was her energetic laugh.
The last 12 years of her life have been with/near her daughter here in TN where she got to enjoy 7 of her 15 grandchildren.
Arrangements entrusted to Tennessee Cremation Care
Obituary for Gladys Marie Hamsley Cook
Gladys Marie Hamsley Cook, 98, of Nashville and formerly of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday February 26, 2021 at Barton House in Nashville.
Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday, March 3rd at 2:00 p.m. in the Bethlehem Cemetery with Brother Martin Babb officiating. Pallbearers will be Reece Dean, Lanny Dean, Preston Dean, Max Dean, AJ Amendola, Joey Dean, Kailee Amendola, Molly Dean, Justin Simpson, Susie Simpson, Emmaline Dean, and Taylor Simpson. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Gladys was born September 26, 1922 in Springfield to the late William and Nellie Henderson Hamsley. She was a graduate of Barren Plains High School class of 1937. Gladys was a member of Springfield Baptist Church. In the mid-forties Gladys worked at AVCO building airplanes, a real Rosie the Riveter! She later worked several sales and clerical positions including the City of Springfield before finding her true passion of interior design. She became a certified Interior Designer and worked at Ethan Allan and Suddarth Furniture Companies. She retired from a clerical position with the State of Tennessee. Gladys was a property flipper before it was fashionable. She built and re-habbed countless properties in her lifetime using her keen eye, sewing skills, and hard work to always make “the next one better than the last”. Gladys was an avid dancer and a regular at the Senior Citizen Center on Friday nights as well at the Thursday Coffee Club at Hardee’s and most days would be having her child’s plate of vegetables at Larry’s.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: John Wesley Cook, by her sister: Nell Wilmoth Brown, and by her brothers and sister-in-law: Joe Rayburn Hamsley, William Roy and Becky Hamsley. Gladys is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Reece and Mary Ann Dean of Nashville, Lanny and Shireen Dean of Springfield, and by 2 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff and employees of Barton House for their care, concern, and love of Gladys.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Reese Jones Payne
Reese Jones Payne, age 84 of Springfield, Tennessee passed peacefully in his home on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. Born September 2, 1936 in Carnesville, Georgia to the late John Burruss and Rachel Banks Payne, the family was of the Methodist faith.
His brother, Harold Ross Payne, also preceded him in death. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving 1960-1964, where he worked with computers, before they were a common household item. Reese graduated and met his wife Emily at Young Harris College in 1955 and completed his education after his service at Georgia State. Reese was a passionate lifelong “car man” working originally in finance, before becoming an auto wholesaler and spending over 50 years in the Nashville automobile business. He was a friend of Bill W. and was a humble servant for 32 years in the recovery community, especially with the Alumni of Cumberland Heights, always giving back what had been given to him.
Surviving him are his wife of 63 years, Emily Larmore Payne; son and daughter-in-law, Lyle and Mary Frank Payne; daughter, Lisa Jones, all of Springfield; sister-in-law, Fannie Payne of Toccoa, GA and grandchildren, Allyson (Charles) Payne Manfredi, Rachel Payne, Reese Payne and Harrison Long.
His remains were cremated, and no public services are scheduled.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements, and the family requests any donations to be made to Cumberland Heights in Reese Payne’s honor.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Ollie Ruth Hart Head
Ollie Ruth Hart Head, 86, of Springfield, passed from this life on Tuesday February 23, 2021 at her home.
Graveside services were conducted Thursday February 25th at 3:00 p.m. in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Jim Woodard officiating. Pallbearers were Lewis Head, Thomas Head, Jack Head, Drew Hix, Mason Head, Mitchell McCormick, Barrett Brown, and David Turner. The family received friends on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Mrs. Head was born April 30, 1934 in Springfield to the late Thomas Henry and Dora Jackson Hart. She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1952. Mrs. Head was a retired office manager with Hail & Cotton in Springfield, a member of New Chapel United Methodist Church, a member of the Red Hats Ladies Society, and a member of NorthCrest Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading, sewing, bird watching, cooking, and especially spending time with all of her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Billy Powell Head, by her brother: Thomas Melvin Hart, and by her sister: Rebecca McCormick. Mrs. Head is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Thomas Raymond and Sarah Head of Adams, Larry Powell and Kim Head of Clarksville, William Melvin and Julie Head of Springfield, by her daughter and son-in-law: Linda Ruth and Mark Hix of Springfield, by 16 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, by her brothers-in-law: Joe W. Head of Adams and Mitchell McCormick of Shelbyville, and by many nieces and nephews.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to My Father’s House Mission or to APSU Advancement for the Tyler Head AG Scholarship Fund. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary For Raymond Woodard
Raymond Allen Woodard was born June 4, 1955 to the late Dorothy Jean Holman and Raymond J. Woodard. He transitioned to be with the Lord, February 19,2021. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death, by his sisters, Renita L and Pamela J. Woodard.
He married Carolyn Elaine Payne on September 4, 1976 for a total of forty-three beautiful years. Within this bond of marriage two beautiful children were born, Leslie RaCarol and Randall Allen.
Raymond was educated in Robertson County Schools and a proud graduate of Springfield High School, Class of 1973. He is a graduate of Austin Peay State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education. Later, a Special Education endorsement was added. He furthered his education at Trevecca University receiving a Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision.
Raymond was employed by Robertson County School System for forty-one years. Within these years he was on the Springfield High football coaching staff that won the State Championship in 1993. In 1992, 1993, 1994 the Springfield High wrestling team had three state runner ups. In 1989 the only state individual champion, Travis Kirby. He was a teacher and administrator in the following schools; Judges School, Bransford Elementary, and Cheatham Park Elementary. He also served as Assistant Director of School Bus Transportation. Raymond was an active member of the Robertson County Education Association, Tennessee Education Association, and National Education Association.
Raymond was baptized and became a member of First Missionary Baptist Church at a youthful age. He was a Sunday School Teacher and Superintendent, member of Male Chorus, dedicated Deacon, Tennessee State Congress, Little Fork District Association, Brotherhood, and served in the Church Culinary. He was an active member of King David Lodge #187 PHA, R.E. Boyd #12 Holy Royal Arch Mason, A. M. Webb #10 Royal Select Mason, G.C. Jenkins #25 Knights of Temple, Kelly Consistory #227, United Supreme Council 33 degree. Past Master (King David Lodge #187), Past District Grand Master District #19, Grand Lecturer. Currently, serving as District Deputy Grand Master District #19. Worthy Patron of Pearl Paradise O.E.S. #121. Raymond was an active member of ICARE Inc. He helped many people in the community young and old that needed assistance with rent, food, transportation to doctor’s appointments, volunteering at the voting polls, and other acts of kindness. He served on the City of Springfield Hospitality committee. Many young people that he taught or encountered considered him as their mentor.
He leaves to cherish his memories: a devoted and loving wife Carolyn; two children, Randall Woodard of White House, TN, and RaCarol Woodard, Springfield, TN; grandsons, Noah Allen Woodard and Elias Charles Woodard of White House, TN; brothers, Phillip Woodard of Elkton KY, and Robert D. (Carolena) Woodard of Clarksville, TN; nieces, Joycelyn (Remel) Davis of Clarksville, TN, Robyn (Greg) Lawrence of Clarksville, TN, Tiffany Woodard of Elkton, KY; great nephew, Kylan Gardner; great niece, Symphony Lawrence; uncle, Donald (Ruth) Holman of Chester, VA; devoted aunt, Irene Holman of Springfield, TN; aunts, Ann Lee of Springfield, TN, and Earlene Holman of Springfield, TN; first cousins, Vincent (Constance) Holman, Staci Holman, and Kevin Holley; sister-in-law, Cathy (Greg) Ford. Special friend like a brother; Harold (Vicki) Barbee, Marlon (Janet) Pate; godchildren; Janelle Lawson, Gordon Bell, Dominique Barbee and Ormonda Gregory; a host of relatives and friends.
Viewing, Visitation and Masonic Service was Friday, February 26 at First Missionary Baptist Church and Funeral Service, Saturday, February 27 at Springfield Civic Center with Pastor Robert Gardner, Officiant and Pastor Emanuel Haygood, Eulogy; Interment was in Springfield Memorial Garden.
Keep The Woodard Family In Your Prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
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Arrangements Incomplete at this time
Obituary for Elvis Bradley Jones
Elvis Bradley Jones was born on December 10, 1956 to the late Milton Cole and the late Willa Dean Jones. He peacefully departed from this life on Wednesday February 24, 2021 at NHC Nursing home. He was able to spend his last few hours surrounded by love, prayers, and songs of praise.
Elvis Jones was educated in the Logan County School System in Adairville KY. He then later became employed at Tappan until he started to have a decline in his health and became disabled.
He professed his hope in Jesus Christ at an early age, he was a member of Banks Chapel where he would go and worship until his health would no longer allow him to attend.
Elvis is preceded in death by both of his parents; his eldest brother, Larry Jones; nephew, Marcell Jackson and his companion, Diane Moore.
He leaves to cherish his memories: Two siblings, Edward (Elizabeth) Jones of Springfield, TN and Sandra (Freddie) Bigbee of Adairville, KY. Three nieces, Myesha Jones, Misty Bigbee, and Casandra Bigbee. Two nephews Verdell Brooks and Adrian Jones. Three great-nieces and (two great-nephews. Also his second family, the Farmer Family: Jeffery Farmer, Janice Farmer, Michael Farmer, and Lee (Barbara Ann) Woodard. Special friends, Bubba Carney, James (Monty) Grady; and a host of many other family and friends.
Viewing, Visitation and Funeral to be held Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with Pastor Phillip Washington, Eulogy and Officiant; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden
Keep The Jones Family In Your Prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary For Roderick Mabone
Roderick Sentell Mabone was born August 3, 1989 in Robertson County, Tennessee to the late George Mabone and Deborah Rochelle King-Mabone. He left his earthly home on February 16, 2021 with his loving sister, Denita Felts, by his side.
He was educated in the Robertson County School System where he was active in sports during his early years, including football. He attended Springfield High School.
Roderick was known for his fun-loving personality and kind heart. He was extremely polite and respectful. A very generous and kindhearted man that was loved by many and that loved his family, especially his children. People that knew him best called him “Rod” and knew how much he loved playing his video games.
He worked at Goodwill Industries for several years and attended South Haven Baptist Church in Springfield, Tennessee for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Mabone and Deborah Rochelle King-Mabone.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories: his daughters, Karlecia Lynn Mabone and Nevaeh Sheree Mabone; siblings, Denita Felts, Jeremy Felts and Gwendolyn Mabone all of Nashville, TN, and Prentice Yates of Dallas, TX; aunt, Patsy King of Springfield, TN; nephew, De’Monte; nieces, Dehovonna and Diamond, one great nephew, EJ all of Nashville, TN; a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.
Walk through viewing and visitation was Thursday, February 25, 2021, 2-4 with funeral to follow at 4 pm.
Keep The Mabone Family In Your Prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for Laura Dehmlow
Laura Dehmlow, age 73 of Springfield, TN passed away Saturday, February 27, 2021 at her residence.
There will be a private service at Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery.
She was born in Chicago, IL on September 4, 1947 to the late William Elgie and Emma Hernandez Davis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Ray Dehmlow and a brother, Alan Joseph Davis.
She attended St. Matthews Catholic Church. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, cooking and sewing.
She is survived by son, Dennis (Jett) Dehmlow of Springfield, TN; daughter, Marci (Rob) Thomas of Kingston Springs, TN; sister, Maria Gail Davis of College Grove, TN; grandchildren, Megan Dehmlow, Axle Dehmlow, Easton Thomas, Johnathan Thomas and great-grandchild, Mariah Dehmlow.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut Street Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for J. D. Hodges
J. D. Hodges, age 83 of Clarksville passed away Friday, February 26, 2021 at his residence.
Funeral Services will be 2pm on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Springfield with Bro. Terry Bear officiating. The family will receive friends 1pm until time of service at the funeral home on Sunday. Entombment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Due to COVID 19, the family request that those in attendance to please wear a mask and practice social distancing.
He was born in Clarksville, TN on May 26, 1937 to the late Henry Douglas and Eula Mae Mackens Hodges. He was also preceded in death by sister, Ruth Sykes and husband, Andy Sykes.
He loved spending time with his family and also enjoyed picking on others and joking. He loved watching the Tennessee Titans and old westerns on TV.
He is survived by Wife, Joyce Ann Wilson Hodges of Clarksville; son, Danny Hodges of Clarksville, TN; daughter, Lisa (Dwayne) Miller of Springville, TN; siblings, James (Gloria) Hodges of Adams, TN, Clara (Allen) Rushing of Clarksville, TN, Eugene (Dick) Hodges of SC, Betty (Ray) Peters of TX, Randall (Gisela) Hodges of Huntingdon, TN, Gwen (Pat) Hodges of AL, Larry (Paula) Hodges of FL; grandchildren, Ryan Hodges, Stacey Cleary, Danielle Fleming, Jarrett Miller and 11 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jarrett Miller, Dwayne Miller, Darrell Van Meter, Lucas Wilkins, Gabriel Rylee and Jason Cleary. Honorary pallbearer will be Liam Cleary.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Hospice Promise Foundation, 901 Hugh Walls South, Lafayette, GA 70508 email; [email protected].
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 509 Walnut Street Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Mark Edward Davis
Mark Edward Davis, age 61 of Goodlettsville passed away Thursday, February 25 at his home.
Funeral Services will be held at 6pm on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at Ridgetop Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Dennis Stirewalt and Pastor William Little officiating. The family will receive friends 4pm until time of service at the church on Wednesday.
Mark was born February 23, 1960 in Nashville, TN to the late William Edward and Ruby Virginia Young Davis.
He enjoyed playing the piano and guitar, riding motorcycles, playing video games and cooking.
He is survived by son, Josh (Christy) Davis of Watertown; daughter, Brandi Davis of Hendersonville; step-children, Amanda Brown and Dustin Wyatt of Greenbrier ; sister, Tracy Davis of Westmoreland, TN; grandchildren, Malachi Davis, Makenzy Davis and Clover Roadarmel.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S. Greenbrier, Tn 37073
Obituary for Ernest Ray Hutcheson
Age 70 of White House passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born December 18, 1950 in Nashville, TN to Columbus Utah & Lydia Mai Page Hutcheson. He was the owner/operator of Magic Marker Sealing and Striping before his retirement. He enjoyed playing Bingo, poker, card games and fishing. He was a hard working man, a loving Husband, Father and Papa and a man that loved his family so very much. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
He was preceded in death by his father, Columbus Utah Hutcheson; mother, Lydia Mai Page Hutcheson-Smith;; infant daughter, Kimberly Darlene Hutcheson; sister, Teresa Guthrie; 3 brothers, David Glen Hutcheson, Kevin Roy Hutcheson and Timothy Quinton Hutchison. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Darlene Barker Hutcheson, White House, TN; sons, Ernest Ray (Janis) Hutcheson, Jr., White House, TN and James Alan (Amy) Hutcheson, Cross Plains, TN; daughter, Tonya Marie (Chase) Jones, Gallatin, TN; sisters, Donna Gale Anderson, Joelton, TN and Karen Lee Comer, Shelbyville, TN; 5 grandchildren, Kimberly Gilbert, Ashley Jones, Breanna Jones, Konnie Hutcheson and Daniel Hutcheson; 2 great-grandchildren, Leo David Hutcheson and Addysen Rylee Lawson; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service is scheduled for Monday, March 1, 2021 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Doug Baggett officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Sunday, February 28, 2021 3-8pm and Monday, March 1, 2021 10am until the hour of the service at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Justin Aaron Malone
Justin Aaron Malone, age 22 of Greenbrier, passed away Tuesday, February 22 at his home.
Funeral services were held at 12pm on Friday, February 26, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Bro. Graham Sims officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Fredo Juarez, Austin Pizano, Zay Henley, Cheven Jones, Fonzo Coleman and Nate Sears serving as pallbearers. The family received friends 10am until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home.
Justin was born in Nashville, TN on October 3, 1998 to Jeffrey and Lisa Malone.
He was a 2017 graduate of Greenbrier High School. He enjoyed playing video games, fortnite, hanging out with friends and buying tennis shoes. He was a loveable young man with an outgoing personality. He could be described as a “gentle giant”.
He is survived by his parents, Jeffrey Lee and Lisa Michelle Stafford Malone of Greenbrier; brothers, Zac Malone of Madison, Jordan Malone of Greenbrier; sister, Mackenzie Malone of Greenbrier; grandparents, Mike and Sherry Malone of Goodlettsville, Wayne Muncy of Sulphur, OK and Uncle Michael Stafford of Chattanooga.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S. Greenbrier, Tn 37073
(Updated) LAST WEEKS OBITUARIES
Obituary for Rickey Ward
On Wednesday, February 17, 2021, Rickey Ward, loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 65 after a long battle.
His remains were cremated, and no services are scheduled at this time.
Rickey was born May 12, 1955 in Little Rock, AR to James Earnest Ward and Shirley Whitney. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a retired electrician and maintenance man. Rickey enjoyed the outdoors where he spent most of his free time sitting around a bonfire, playing horseshoes, fishing, or relaxing in the pool.
On November 13, 1981, he married his wife, Pamela Sue Grayson Ward. They enjoyed 39 years together and raised three children, a son: Rickey Lee Ward, Jr, a daughter: Amber Nicole Walker Ward, and a stepdaughter: Brandy Michelle Waterman Walton. Rickey is also survived by his son: Brandon Lee Ward and by 4 grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Darlene Prium Griede
Darlene Prium Griede, 75, of Springfield, passed away on Friday February 19, 2021 at Morningside of Springfield.
Memorial services will be conducted Monday March 1st at 12 noon in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Brother Martin Babb officiating. Inurnment will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the National Cemetery in Madison. The family will receive friends on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mrs. Griede was born January 28, 1946 in Chicago, IL to the late John and Hilda Vansyle Prium. She was a homemaker and a member of Springfield Baptist Church. Mrs. Griede enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, especially Christian Bible studies, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Harry James Griede, Jr., and by her brothers: Henry and Hardy Prium.
Mrs. Griede is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Michael and Carrie “C.J.” Griede of Springfield, by her sisters: Joanna Schultz of Phoenix, AZ and Grace Debore of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and by her godchild: Robin Hunter of Demoine, IL.
If so desired, memorial contributions can be given to the Robertson County Animal Shelter and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Taylor Macrafic
Taylor Patience Macrafic, age 26 of Joelton, Tennessee, died Sunday, February 21, 2021.
Funeral services were held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 7:00PM on Friday, February 26th, with Pastor Rick Roberts of St. John’s Lutheran Church and Bro. John Richardson of Mt. Hermon Baptist Church officiating. Burial was in EverRest of Cheatham at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 27, with Trevor Williams, Asa Williams, Travis Peterson, Alec Williams, Houston Hudspeth,and BJ Macrafic serving as pallbearers.
There was no visitation on Saturday prior to the burial.
The family received friends at the funeral home from 4:00PM until the hour of service at 7:00PM on Friday, February 26.
Taylor was born on July 21, 1994 in Tomah, Wisconsin to Sammy Jo (Winston Vaughn) and JW Williams. She was a Christian that dedicated her life to serving others as a friend and as a beloved cosmetologist at Terra Medspa in Pleasant View. She had an unforgettable and infectious smile. Taylor was a great human being and a friend to everyone that met her. She had a presence that was unrivaled. She was a proud hairstylist and had the ability to show everyone their own true beauty inside and out.
She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Manuel Macrafic; great uncle, Dan Peterson; and great grandfather, Papa John.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brothers, Trevor (Lana) Williams, Asa Williams and daughter, Jade, and Alec “Cowboy” Williams; great grandmother, Eileen Macrafic; grandmothers, Sandy Jo & Patty; Aunt Mandy & Mark Brockman and their children, Jonathan Hendrickson, Kylie and Makenna Brockman, Aunt Chris Peterson and children Travis and Heather Peterson, Uncle B J Macrafic and child Evan Macrafic, Uncle Mike Macrafic and children, Kayla Macrafic (Nathan “Tater” Whitehead) and Danielle Mills; grandparents, Nana & Papa, grandma Sandi, Tara and Chris Heintz, Erin Radcliffe; The Krupa Boys, and special friends, Ashley, Mattie, Matt, Bec, Maryann, Grady, Samantha, Dalton, and a host of other loving friends; and her special fur-child, Oakley.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Taylor’s mother, Sammy Jo Williams, for a future scholarship in cosmetology in her memory.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Robert E. Ellis
Robert Elder Ellis, age 78 of Greenbrier, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center.
Funeral Services were held on Thursday at 12pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Brother Ralph Carter officiating. The family received friends 4pm to 8pm of Wednesday, February 24th and 10am until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens.
He was born September 6, 1942 in Cedar Hill, Tennessee to the late George C. and Maude Agnes Ogg Ellis. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Melba Rhea Moulton Ellis; brothers, Hershel Ellis, Ray Ellis; sister, Dot Justice and son-in-law, Mickey Petty.
He loved his family very much and enjoyed bowling, basketball and baseball. He was a 1961 graduate of Coopertown High School where he played on the basketball team.
He is survived by children, Scott Ellis of Greenbrier, Shelia Petty of Goodlettsville, Mike (Tonia) Ellis of Greenbrier; sister, Leona Ayers of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Whitney Nowik, Daniel Ellis, Ashley Biggs, Cameron Ellis, Cason Ellis and 7 great-grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier, TN is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Norris Dean Day
Age 68 of Cottontown, TN, formerly of Michigan, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at his daughter’s home. He was born November 26, 1952 in Detroit, MI to Anthony Ira & Doris Keeney Day. He worked as a maintenance supervisor for Taylor Door before his retirement.
He was an avid golfer and he enjoyed listening to Classic Rock music and loved spending time with his family and friends. He also loved attending the annual CMA Festival and had become a lover of Country music as well. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his daughter, Katrina (Rick) Doty, Jr., Cottontown, TN; brother, Lenny (Marilyn) Day, Auburn Hills, MI; sisters, Diane (Jim) Schmitt, West Branch, MI and ; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews also survive.
The family received guests from 5-8PM Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Buresh Funeral Home and from 10AM until the time of the service at 11AM on Friday, February 26, 2021. Funeral services were handled by Buresch-Bennett Funeral Home 101 East Harrison Street Prescott, MI 48756 Interment was in Clayton Township Cemetery in Sterling MI with a luncheon to follow at the Clayton Township Hall.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Arrangements for Wayne Dickerson
Wayne Donnell Dickerson was born June 4, 1953 to the late Robert and Rowen Dickerson. On Sunday, February 14, 2021, Our Lord and Savior saw fit for Wayne to take his rest.
Wayne accepted Christ at a early age at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church. He was currently a member of The Temple Church in Nashville, Tennessee. He truly enjoyed good preaching and good singing.
He was educated in the Robertson County School System, graduating from Springfield High School with the Class of 1971. He continued his education by attending Tennessee State University, Nashville, Tennessee.
Wayne worked for over thirty years with the Tennessee Housing Development Agency as an Investment Specialist with the state in Nashville Tennessee.
Wayne was affectionately known as “Donnie” to family and friends. He was a very loving, caring, and dedicated Son, Brother, Uncle (where he was a Daddy figure as well as a Granddaddy.) He was loved and will be missed by many.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, A. D., Robert (Bobby), and Darrell (Butch) Dickerson; and niece, Mia Shaw.
Wayne leaves to cherish his memories: loving and dedicated sister and brother-in-law, Mary Sue and Timothy Martin; loving and dedicated nephews and nieces, Kelvin and LaKisha Dickerson; Alonna and Kelvin, Jr.; nieces, Carmen (Robert) Sikora, Carol Lynn (Terrence) Payne, and Vondra (Damien) Smith; nephew, Jeffery Dickerson; great-nieces, Natasha Dickerson and Damaria Smith; great-nephews, Darius Hyde, Andrecus Dickerson, Calvin and Calvonta Shaw and Damarion Smith; a host of other nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Shirley Dickerson and Martha Dickerson; loving and special friends, Virginia Matthews, Tereasa Taylor, Cheryl Roberts, Brenda Austin, Elaine Woodard, Kemekis Reshon, Deborah Luter, Gloria Johnson, Connell Garrett, Jeff Easton, Silas Gardner and Herbert Barbee.
Services were Public walk through viewing and visitation, Sunday February 21, 2021 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with graveside services at Restlawn Memorial Garden with Pastor Darrell Drumwright, officiant and eulogy, Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
Keep The Dickerson Family In Your Prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Arrangements for Maria “Reasha” Taylor Pacheco
On February 13, 2021 God called one of His angels home, Maria Shonsha Taylor Pacheco. Maria was born July 21, 1970 to Vera Leavell Taylor and the late John E. Taylor in Robertson County Tennessee.
She attended Robertson County Schools with the Class o 1988. Maria professed a hope in Christ at an early age at the Church of God, and she later joined Community Baptist Church.
In 1992 Maria was united in Holy Matrimony to Jose B. Pacheco, and one beautiful child was born, Alexcz V. Pacheco Turnley from this union. Maria “Resha” loved the Lord, and was a faithful member of the church serving on the Usher Board. Resha” was a fighter and wouldn’t let her sickness or anything get her down. “Resha,” baby, no more pain, weary days or sleepless night, baby, It’s all over. Take your rest.
She also loved working with the B.S.W. and the Springfield Children’s Clinic. She had just started her new business, that was something that she put her whole heart into.
She was preceded in death by her father, John E. Taylor; grandparents, Elizabeth Farmer, George Leavell, Sr., Jesse Farmer, Gladys Taylor and L. C. Taylor.
Maria leaves to cherish her precious memories: her loving and devoted daughter, Alexcz (Mantavious, Sr.) Turnley; her loving and devoted mother Vera Taylor; one step-daughter, Samira Pacheco of Springfield, TN; two step-sons, Marco and Jose Copeland of Texas; two step grandchildren, Mantavious, Jr and Montavious Turnley; three aunts, Mary Darden, Lillie Taylor of Springfield, TN , Jeanette Leavell of Madison, TN; one uncle Bobby R. Darden of Springfield, TN; two devoted cousins who grew up like sisters, Tracie and Jackie Leavell; Resha helped raise her cousins, Okatavian “Tay Tay” Moss who will truly miss her and Sierra Savage who she helped raise. “Resha” had a host of cousins who were very kind and devoted to her, they were there when she needed them. We can’t leave out her second child, she was a great part of “Resha’s life,” Coco Chanel; two very special friends, Tara Lewis and James Flood and a host of many, many more devoted friends.
Walk-through viewing and visitation was Saturday, February 20, 2021 with Private Family Funeral Service to follow at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden with Reverend Jimmy Townsend eulogy and officiant.
Keep The Pacheco And Taylor Family In Your Prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for Joy Gregory
Linda Joy Gregory, age 62 of Hendersonville, passed away on February 20, 2021.
She is survived by Steve, her husband of 39 years; two daughters, Emily Wicke (Andy) and Ellen Smithmier (Kenny); four grandchildren, Eden Wicke, Everett Wicke, Elm Wicke, and Hunt Smithmier; two sisters, Robbie Millsaps (Bryant) and June Lunn (Gary); seven nieces, Stacy Eubank, Kari Powell, Melissa Baker, Becky Chastain, Sarah Tarpley, Harper Lunn, and Hadley Lunn; two nephews, Jesse Lunn and Tanner Lunn; and her stepmother, Shirley Dorsey. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Jo Dorsey.
Joy, the middle child of three daughters, was born in Aiken, South Carolina and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. She attended Nashville public schools and was a graduate of Stratford High School. She attended Middle Tennessee State University and Southeastern College in Springfield, MO. She married Steve and they made their home in Hendersonville, TN. She was an active member of the Community Church of Hendersonville. Joy operated an interior decorating business, but considered her most important role to be a mother and grandmother.
Even though her parents didn’t know at the time, they gave her a name that described her perfectly – “Joy”. She was the epitome of her name. She would light up a room with her presence and brought “joy” to those she encountered. Life, to her, was meant to be enJOYed. Joy was, above all else, a woman who loved and trusted the Lord. She led by example, gave without asking for anything in return, and loved without condition.
The family gratefully appreciates all the expressions of love and kindness that have been made throughout the last few months.
No immediate funeral service is planned.
The family will host a Celebration of Life in Joy’s memory at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tennessee Oncology or Alive Hospice online or Alive Hospice
Funeral arrangements by Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 104 Sanders Ferry Rd., Hendersonville, TN 37075
Obituary for Jason Dietsch
Jason Allen Dietsch, age 45 of Old Hickory, Tennessee, died Thursday, February 18, 2021 at his home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Wednesday, February 24th, with Elder Terry Hall officiating. Jason’s remains were cremated following the service.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, February 23rd from 4-7PM and again on Wednesday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Jason was born on September 25, 1975 in Omaha, Nebraska to Debbie Fields Silva and the late Rick Dietsch. He was a mechanic for Emergency Vehicle Services in Nashville and a veteran of the United States Army. He also received the Purple Heart award. He was a great mechanic, funny, loving and enjoyed four wheeling. He loved to cook, camping and most of all, to help people.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his father-in-law, Roy Dwight Spivey.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Jennifer Dietsch; son, Kolton Dietsch; stepmother, Susan Dietsch; brothers, Eric (Jennie) Dietsch, Danny Dietsch, Quenten Vanderford; sister, Mandy Vanderford; loving aunts and uncles: and mother-in-law in Patricia Spivey.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Cheatham County Veterans Memorial, P.O. Box 52, 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 Kathryn Miles-Anderton
Kathryn Miles-Anderton, age 78 died peacefully on the morning of February 18, 2021 surrounded by family in her home outside Goodlettesville, TN. She was born Kathryn Lynn Pickens to parents, William E. Pickens and Loretta Higgins Pickens on April 2, 1942 in Tulsa, Oklahoma and went on to live in Texas, Illinois, Missouri, Arizona, Pennsylvania, California, Hawaii, and Georgia as she traveled with her husband, Gerald, during his career as a mechanical engineer.
Kathryn was a lifelong artist. From the time an elementary school art teacher told her she had talent, she strived to create visual art. As a young mother Kathryn attended classes at East Central College and Missouri University before graduating with a BFA from Arizona State University in 1987. After graduating, she changed her name to Kathryn Miles-Anderton, combining the maiden names of her two grandmothers. Over the next 20 years, she created hundreds of works of art developing her own abstract style that often focused on themes of religion and nature. She perfected a unique method using acrylic paint and mixed media, frequently incorporating found objects that reflected her travels and daily life.
Kathryn knew how to make experiences and environments around her beautiful and she was generous with her time and her resources. Birthday celebrations; holidays; graduations: Kathryn would plan and decorate to perfection. She created custom artwork for the homes and offices of her immediate and extended families, showing up to help paint and decorate in addition to delivering the art she had specifically created for the space. She was a patient and loving grandmother who was willing to spend endless hours on the floor building Lego towers, pretending to be a dinosaur, and finger painting regardless of the damage to her carpet.
Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents, Loretta and William Pickens, her husband of 50 years, Gerald Elroy McClendon and her brother, Andrew Jackson Pickens. She is survived by her sister, Anna Laura Pickens McClendon (Dale), her children Carol McClendon Casteel (Mel), Paul Gerald McClendon (Tracy), and Mary McClendon Mumford (David) and Seven grandchildren: Isaiah Casteel, Haley Casteel, Katie Casteel, Noah McClendon, Eli McClendon, Anna Mumford and Isaac Mumford. She is also survived by her niece, Laura Ann McClendon, and nephew, Mark Andrew Jackson Pickens McClendon.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Larry Pogue Scholarship Fund for aspiring artists at East Central College.
Please send checks to the East Central College Foundation, 1964 Prairie Dell Road, PO Box 387, Union, MO 63084 and write “Kathryn Miles Anderton” on the Memo line, or make a gift online and indicate in the comments that the gift is in memory of Kathryn Miles-Anderton.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home
Obituary for Mary Swaffer
Mary Lynn Carney Swaffer, age 80, of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Signature Health Care.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Tuesday, February 23rd, with Dr. Kathy Gaines officiating. Burial followed in Mallory’s Church Cemetery with Billy Pentecost, Ray Gates, Larry Rediker, Richard Gillingham, Ann Swaffer, and Rachel Willhite serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Monday, February 22nd from 3:00PM until 7:00PM and again on Tuesday from 12:00 Noon until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mary was born on November 9, 1940 in Pleasant View, Tennessee to Phineas and Mabel Head Carney. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, William “Bill” Swaffer and three children, Gary, Ann, and Mark; two granddaughters, Abbie and Ellie. She is also survived by her brother, Jerry Carney and preceded in death by her sister, Vera McNabb.
Mary graduated from Cheatham County Central High School in 1958. She married Bill in 1960 and lived in both Tennessee and Texas during that time. She was a devoted, caring and loving wife and mother who was beloved by family and friends. Mary had a remarkable 25-year career with the State of Tennessee retiring as the Finance Manager with Tennessee Supreme Court. She helped countless people gain employment with the State during her tenure and undoubtedly solved many of the world’s problems with her carpool riders during that time driving to and from Nashville.
Starting at age 4, Mary was an active member of Mallory’s United Methodist Church. She was involved in every facet of the church during her lifetime, especially after returning to Tennessee in 1974. She was a firm believer in doing what’s right and what’s good; to be kind and help others; would rather give than receive. She was so supportive, encouraging and uplifting to everyone she knew. Her light shined very bright and she will be greatly missed by family and friends.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Mallory’s Cemetery Fund, 4776 Old Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, Tennessee 37043.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Phillip E. Haley
Phillip Earl Haley, age 69 of Greenbrier passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Skyline Medical Center.
Funeral Services were held at 6pm, Saturday, February 20th at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier. The family received friends 2pm to 6pm on Saturday at the funeral home.
There will also be a Funeral Service at 1pm on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at the Haskel & Morrison Funeral Home, 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, IN 47043. Due to COVID-19, masks are required along with social distancing. Friends may call from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the Haskel & Morrison Funeral Home 208 Ferry Street, Vevay, IN 47043.
Phillip was born April 16, 1951 in Cedar Hill, TN. He was the 10th child born to Sharecroppers, the late Robert Lester & Emma Lou (Jackson) Haley. He was also preceded in death by baby brother, Lester Haley Jr., brother, Robert Henry Haley; sisters, Emma Laura Haley, Frances Balance and nieces Pansy Bledsoe and Stephanie Riddle.
Phillip was a proud 1969 graduate of Adairville High School, Adairville, KY. Being raised on a farm, he learned the value of hard work which included everything from milking cows to mowing yards as a kid. Phillip is also a graduate of Bowling Green Vocational School with a degree in Electrical Work. He was a Journeyman and holds a Master Electrical License in the State of KY.
Once Phillip became a member of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in Goodlettsville you might say that he became the unofficial maintenance man. Thanks to Phillip the church is lite up like a Christmas tree. He added new lighting throughout the whole church. He installed security cameras and a LED light accent to the cross at the center of the church. He was also the beloved maintenance man for his sisters-in-law, Harriet and Alice Faye in IN as well as beloved friend, Martha Moore.
Phillip retired from Tyson Foods in Goodlettsville, TN on August 1, 2020 where he was an Electrical Technician for 17 years prior to that he worked as the Maintenance Supervisor for BathFitter in Madison, TN. He worked at All American Homes in Springfield, TN. He also worked for Knight Electric in Russellville, KY as well Kendall Corporation in Bowling Green, KY.
While at Kendall he made a machine that he could not get to work. He always worked things out in his sleep so he had his wife to write the answers down and the next day he completed the project and sold the rights to Kendall for $1,500.00. He also built a snake light in shop class in 1969. He was an inventor before his time and only wished he had a patent for the snake light.
Phillip and Patty loved to fish, especially after purchasing their pontoon boat. They spent as much time as possible on the water at Lake Malone State Park near Dunmore, KY with his brother Jerry and his wife, Peggy. They also took their grandkids fishing as much as possible teaching them to catch crappie, even though he spent most of his time repairing their poles.
He is survived by the love of his life, Patty Edwards Haley, whom he married on May 24, 2003 at Barren River State Park, Glasgow, KY; Children, Phillip Bruce (Deanna Engler Johnson) Haley of Auburn, KY, Christina (Bobby Douglas) Blake of Auburn, KY, Steven (Michelle) Shuler off Exeter, CA, David (January) Shuler of Franklin, KY, Daniel (Krissa Ennis) of Seymour, IN; 24 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Sheldon of Springfield, TN, Martha Jane White of Springfield, TN; Barbara Hyams of Russellville, KY, Gracie Hyde of Greenbrier, TN; brothers Ernest Haley of Oakville, KY, Jerry Haley of Russellville, KY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Linda Riddle of Goodlettsville, TN and numerous nieces and nephews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier, TN is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Rex Allen McMurtry
Age 63 of Greenbrier passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born October 15, 1957 in Nashville, TN to Ross & Blanche Swift McMurtry.
He worked in the construction industry. Mr. McMurtry enjoyed fishing, gardening and loved to ride and build motorcycles.
He is preceded in death by his parents; He is survived by his companion and friend, Pam Finks; several cousins.
There are no services or visitation scheduled at this time.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Lauren Ashley Reid
Age 31 of White House passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at her home. She was born August 23, 1989 in Nashville, TN to Douglas Scott & Paige Workman Reid. She was a 2007 graduate of White House High School. She then attended Nashville College of Medical Careers, where she learned medical coding. She loved tattoos and cats and worked in sales.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Paige Jolynn Workman Reid; paternal grandfather, James Reid; maternal grandparents, Charlie and Linda Clemens. She is survived by her father, Douglas Reid; sister, Kristen Reid; paternal grandmother, Sherold Reid, all of White House, TN.
A graveside service and inurnment is scheduled for Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 2pm in Hillcrest Cemetery with Rev. Bob Snodgrass officiating. There is no public visitation scheduled.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Kimberly Kay Alliss
Age 58 of Springfield passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at her home. She was born September 8, 1962 in Brook, Indiana to Willie Robert & Martha Kay Brown Sisney. She worked as a trainer for the Lowe’s Distribution Center. She was an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed History and museums and she enjoyed going “junking” to collect antiques.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Erna Woodby. She is survived by her daughter, Terri (Jason) Rich, Omaha, NE; sister, Michele Danford, Raub, IN; 3 grandchildren, Braden, Kaylee and Cameron.
Funeral service was held Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Kris Freeman officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Wednesday, February 24, 2021 10am until the hour of the service at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Catherine Price Foster
Age 79 of Cottontown passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born January 1, 1942 in Charleston, WV to Millard and Dollie Mae Guthrie Price. She worked as a homemaker and was a member of Trinity Fellowship Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Ray Foster; son, Michael R. Foster; 2 sisters. She is survived by her sons, Vincent Foster, Hermitage, TN and Rex Allen Foster, Cottontown, TN; daughter, Dollie J. Yeager, Biloxi, MS; sisters, Ruth Ann, Lorraine and Darlena; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 6pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Jeff Lamberth officiating. Visitation was held Tuesday, February 23, 2021 3-6pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for George Rinehart Jr.
George Leonard Rinehart, Jr., “Big George”, age 76 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Monday, February 15, 2021 at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Ashland City.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 11:00AM on Monday, February 22nd with Bro. Dwayne James and Bro. Cecil Boswell officiating. Burial followed in the Friendship Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Len Rinehart, Joe Rinehart, Roger Darding, Jeremy Perry, Stephen Reed, Justin Yates, Jeff Yates, Walt Haynes, and Troy Simpkins serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Abby Sho, Bobby Lamb, Dale Hall, Tommy Langley, Darold Teague, Randy Stewart,Leon Newman,Dwight Newman, Tildon Perry, Jr. Larry Simpkins, Wayne Sisk, and all of his jet ski family and friends nationwide.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00PM until 6:00PM and again on Monday from 9:00AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM.
Mr. Rinehart was born on November 20, 1944 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late George Leonard, Sr. and Margaret Campbell Rinehart. He was a retired over the road truck driver with over 4,000,000 safe miles driven, finishing his career at State Industries. He was an avid jet ski enthusiast and his most prized possession was his grandchildren. George was a member of Friendship Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by nieces Brittany & Megan Newman and brother-in-laws, Mitchell & Stevie Newman, and Johnny Whitworth.
Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Elaine Rinehart; sons, Len (Liesa) Rinehart and Joe Rinehart; sister, Kay Rinehart; grandchildren, Faith, Hope, Knox Rinehart & their mother, Joy Rinehart; many loving nieces & nephews, cousins, extended family, and his nationwide jet ski family.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Miracle Network, or Pleasant View Christian School, 160 Hicks Edgen Rd, Pleasant View, Tn 37146
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
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