In Loving Memory: Obituaries July 21-26, 2020
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Mrs. Donna Louise Watts Groves
Mrs. Donna Louise Watts Groves, age 71, of Orlinda, died Monday, July 27, 2020 at Hendersonville Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday August 2nd at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Portland Memorial Gardens with Josh Likens, JP King, Eddie Watts, Matthew Groves, Jody Thompson, and Lee Goostree serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 noon until service time at the funeral home. .
She was born December 22, 1948 in Springfield, TN, and is the daughter of the late Otto and Olean Shoulders Watts. Mrs. Groves was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Donnie Groves. She is survived by her son: Scott Pitt of Cross Plains, by her daughter: Carol Pitt Likens of Hendersonville, by her step-son: Danny Groves (Melissa) of Portland, by her step-daughter: Wendy Thompson (Jackie) of Portland, by her brother, Glenn Watts (Linda) of Greenbrier, by her grandchildren, Jesse Likens, Josh Likens, Kayla Love, Christy Wright, Jody Thompson, Matthew Groves, and Kara Dickens, by her three great-grandchildren, many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Donna always had radiant smile on her face. She loved the Christmas season and her hobbies included antique shopping and collecting Fenton Glassware. Donna loved to travel with Donnie and adventures took them far and near.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, to please make donations to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Robertson County Funeral Home was in charge of services.
Obituary for Sherrie Ann Jones Wiggins
Sherrie Ann Jones Wiggins, age 75 of Springfield, TN died Sunday July 26, 2020 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Saturday August 1, 2020 in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Walter George officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Jack Wiggins, Scott Wiggins, Troy Walling, Grant Garst, Jeff Garst, Marty Cook, Chris Cook. James Riley, Will Ed Osborne, Samuel Osborne and Joey Randolph serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 4 pm until 7 pm and again on Saturday from 11 am until service time at 1 pm.
Sherrie was born April 17, 1945 in Nashville, TN to the late George Gilbert Jones and Fronie Ruth Bowers Jones. Her sister, Glenda Hayes also preceded her in death. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for a time. Sherrie was a 1963 graduate of Clarksville High School and a 1967 graduate of Austin Peay College, later getting her Masters plus 45 degree. She retired from teaching physics and chemistry, the last 20 years at Greenbrier High School where she was a Career Ladder 3 teacher. She was Teacher of the year once and served as president of the Robertson County Teachers Association. She was an accomplished pianist.
Surviving Sherrie are her college sweetheart and husband, John Bynum Wiggins III of Springfield; sons and daughter’s-in-law, John Bynum (John B.) Wiggins IV and Kerry of Cross Plains, TN and David Randolph Wiggins and Tiffany of Decatur, TN; brother, George Gilbert Jones Jr. of Miamisburg, OH; sister’s and brother-in-law, Juanita Osborn and Larry of Fairfax, VA and Connie Sue Jones of Tarrytown, NY; brother-in-law, Johnny Hayes and grandchildren, Jack Wiggins, Scott Wiggins and Kate Wiggins.
Robertson County Funeral Home was in charge of services.
Obituary for Herbert Eugene “Gene” Pack
Herbert Eugene “Gene” Pack, 80, of Greenbrier, passed away on Sunday July 26, 2020 at his home. Funeral services will be conducted Friday July 31st at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Eric Pack and Ron Smiley officiating. Interment will follow in EverRest of Cheatham with David Beard, Zachary Beard, Dustin Beard, Darin Kendall, Jim Kilgore, and Ron Smiley serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. The family request that everyone planning to attend the visitation and/or funeral service, to please comply with the County Mandate Order of wearing a mask or facial covering and to also comply with the CDC guidelines of social distancing.
Eugene was born February 27, 1940 in Williamson County. He attended West High School where he helped lead the boys’ basketball team to their best regular season record in the school history, earning a place in the 1959/1960 regional tournament. Sometime thereafter, he left school and began working to support his family after the death of his mother. At some point, through mutual friends, Herbert Eugene Pack met Linda Joyce Clement. They must have been smitten as they soon were engaged and were married September 14, 1963 and would celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary this year. He worked for local food service and trucking companies including Kraft and Sysco. By working many hours, he supported his wife and family, that he loved so much and that he always wanted to have the best possible. Eugene and Linda raised three children together, Angela, born in 1969, Eric, born in 1971, and Stephanie, born in 1974. All three children married later in life and they were then blessed with 3 grandchildren, Ashlea, Amber, and Autumn, and then by 2 great grandchildren: Gabriel and Lily. Family brought great joy and spending time with family was one of the most important things to Eugene and Linda. They often opened their home for cookouts, celebrations, and weekly dinners. Eugene led his family spiritually and made sure that they were part of a church and provided an example of seeking God, reading the Bible, and looking towards God in all situations. He was a man of great integrity, great character, and great love for his family and friends. Eugene will be forever missed but his family is grateful for God’s promises and they find comfort that his resting place is in heaven where he has been reunited with his family, loved ones, and where they will each see him again.
Eugene was preceded in death by his parents: William Herbert and Addie Mae Hughes Pack, and by his sister: Marie Beard. He is survived by his wife: Linda Clement Pack of Greenbrier, son and daughter-in-law: Eric and Bethany Pack of Bethpage, daughters and sons-in-law: Angela and Ron Smiley of Greenbrier, Stephanie and Jim Kilgore of Nashville, by his grandchildren: Ashlea (Colton) Crain, Amber (Darin) Kendall, and Autumn Smiley, by his great grandchildren: Gabriel and Lily Prosser, and by his nephew: David Beard.
Robertson County Funeral Home was in charge of services.
Obituary for Alice Bailey
Alice Bailey, age 95 of Greenbrier, died Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Stone Ridge Healthcare in Ridgetop.
Her remains were cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Mrs. Bailey was born December 13, 1924 in Hilo, HI. She was one of five children born to the late Tokichi and Tei Takahi Honma. Before her health declined, she attended South Haven Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Jeffrey Lutas; a daughter, Dianne; and a great grandchild, Avery.
She is survived by her daughter, Lordes Hauanio of Hawaii; special friend, Norma Bass of Greenbrier; 4 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home was in charge of services.
Obituary for John David Wilson
John David Wilson, age 69 of Springfield passed away Saturday, July 25 at his home.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, July 29 at 12pm with Rev. Doug Spain officiating and Ronnie Pendleton, Jerry Arms, Josh Tripp, Brandon Chapman, Kenny Carrolland and Kenny Carlisle serving as pallbearers. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, 4pm to 8pm and again on Wednesday, 10am until time of service at 12pm at the funeral home..
Mr. Wilson was born in Springfield on December 23, 1950 to the late Robert Lewis Wilson and Sallye Mae Horn Wilson. He attended Grace Free Will Baptist Church. He worked in the body shop at Payne Chevrolet for 45 years. He enjoyed farming, fishing and woodworking. He was a hardworking man who loved his family and especially his grandchildren very much.
He is survived by his mother, Sallye Mae Horn Wilson; wife, Pamela Gayle Pendleton Wilson; daughters, Angela (Tim) Teasley, Amanda Wilson, Alisha (Jason) Hester; grandchildren, Makayla Ellis, Makenley Ellis, Haley Hester, Izzy Hester, Kimber Teasley; brothers, James (Sandy) Wilson and Paul (Maria) Wilson.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Benjamin Henry Lewis
Services Pending
Obituary for Mae Galdoni
Mae Marie Galdoni, age 89 of Pleasant View, Tennessee formerly of Michigan died Friday, July 24, 2020 at her daughter’s home.
Mrs. Galdoni’s funeral services will be held in Livonia, Michigan at a later date. Their website is www.mannsfuneralhome.com.
Mrs. Galdoni was born on May 23, 1931 in Farmington, Michigan to the late Frank and Pearl Ross Brown. She retired as a cafeteria manager. She enjoyed going on vacations, playing with her grandchildren, and loved watching fireworks. She was a member Galilean Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband William Richardson, her second husband, Raymond Galdoni; and sisters, Anna Baker, Mary Teeples, and Frances Brown.
She is survived by her son, Robert (Sue) McDonald of Fenton, Mi.; her daughter, Mary Jane (Steve) Molepske of Pleasant View; grandchildren, Aiden Molepske, Tammy Marie (Jim) McGaugh, and Crystal Sue Sinarski; and nine great-grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View assisted the family in these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Barbara A Smythe-Tidwell
Age 71 of Smyrna, TN, formerly of White House, TN passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at The Residence of Alive Hospice in Nashville. She was born March 5, 1949 in White House, TN to James William & Nancy Evelyn Gregory Searcy. She worked as a factory worker and in food service before her retirement. She attended White House Church of Christ.
She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Wayne Searcy and Stevie Searcy. She is survived by her son, Michael Smythe; daughter, Dena Johnson, both of Nashville, TN; three grandchildren, Sarah, Katie and Rachel; one great-granddaughter, Sadie.
Funeral service was held Friday, July 24, 2020 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Richard Garza officiating. Interment followed in Palmer Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Friday, July 24, 2020 10am until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Second Harvest Food Bank 331 Great Circle Road Nashville, TN 37228 or to The Wounded Warrior Project 223 Rosa L. Parks Blvd, Suite #201 Nashville, TN 37203
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Virginia White
Virginia Nichols White, age 95, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at NHC Healthcare.
Funeral services were held Friday, July 24, 2020 at 10am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Reverend Bradley Van Vleet officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Scott Prowse, Andy Prowse, Cole Van Vleet, Luke Van Vleet, Bryan Van Vleet, Jordan Vaughn, Nathan Vaughn, Kaleb Vaughn, Daniel Ashburn, Michael Ashburn and Sawyer Hilliard serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Thursday, July 23, 2020 from 4-8pm and again on Friday from 9am until the hour of service at 10am.
Mrs. White was born May 22, 1925 in Springfield to the late Herbert and Lula Ellis Nichols. She was a homemaker, member of the Flewellyn Baptist Church and liked basketball games, going to the Catfish House and country music. Mrs. White was an “all around good farmer’s wife.” She loved the happy life she and her husband had created for themselves and their family.
In addition to her parents Mrs. White is preceded in death by her husband, John “Billy” White, her brother, Ellis Nichols and her sister, Lorena Fuqua.
Mrs. White is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Kenny and Susan White of Springfield and Billy and Linda White of Barren Plains; daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Tim Prowse of Springfield; brother, Earl Nichols of Springfield; 7 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Francis Bernard McNutt Jr
Age 82 of White House passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born May 31, 1938 in Salem, West Virginia to Francis Bernard & Mary Molean Dillion McNutt. Mr. McNutt proudly served his country in the USAF, where he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after 24 years of service, having served two tours in Vietnam. He also served in Japan, the Philippines and in Berlin, Germany. He was a proud member of MOAA and attended White House First United Methodist Church. He collected old cars and enjoyed gardening and spending time manicuring his yard. He is preceded in death by his parents; two step-sons, Donald L. Spink and Michael D. Spink.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Mary McNutt, White House, TN; sons, James Campbell “Cam” (Stacey) McNutt, Beaumont, TX, John Huntington “Hunt” McNutt, Tachikawa, Japan and William Hood “Will” McNutt, Greencastle, IN; step-son, Nicholas J. “Nick” (Diane) Graham, Kosciuslo, MS; sisters, Suzanne Kinch, Casa Grande, CO and Mary Molean; 3 grandchildren, Noa McNutt, Brinn McNutt and Tanner McNutt; 2 step-grandchildren, Tyler Spink and Kaitlin Garrett.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date due to the Covid-19 restrictions at the present time.
Memorial contributions may be may to MOAA, the Hendersonville VFW or to Second Harvest Food Bank. This obituary will be revised when a memorial service is scheduled. Mr. McNutt’s ashes will be buried at Rural Hill Cemetery in McCool, MS at a later date with full military honors.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Stanley Walter Clevett
Age 96 of White House passed away, Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at White House Health Care & Rehab. He was born June 15, 1924 in Souris Manitoba Canada to Reuben & Alice Cathline Flyer Clevett. He worked as a sheet metal worker until his retirement and was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local #104 Union for over 35 years. He loved history and was a world traveler.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Clevett; 2 brothers, Harold Clevett and Jerry Clevett. He is survived by his sweetheart of 16 years, Jan Pool, White House, TN; sons, Walter (Cindi) Clevett and Arnold Clevett, both of California; daughters, Rita (Roy) Garcia, Morgan Hill, CA and Stanlie (Curt) Daniels, Gettysburg, PA; brother, Bruce (Janet) Clevett, Manitoba, Canada; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren.
There are no services or visitation scheduled.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Patsy Dowlen
Patricia “Patsy” Ann Dowlen, age 77 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at her home.
Funeral services were held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1 o’ clock pm on Thursday, July 23rd, with Pastor Chris Royalty officiating. Burial followed in Dowlen Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home from 4:00PM until 8:00PM on Wednesday, July 22, and again on Thursday, from 11AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mrs. Dowlen was born on October 6, 1942, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Cecil W. and Helen Elder Burns. She was a cook for many years at the local grocery store formerly known as Foodtown, and enjoyed reading and working puzzles. Mrs. Dowlen was a member of the 24 Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Scott Cole.
She is survived by her loving husband, Marvin Dowlen Sr.; sons, Marvin Dowlen, Jr., Kerry Dowlen, and Tracy (Regina) Dowlen; daughters, Susan (Mark) Bradshaw, Teresa (Mitch) Walker, and Pam Ivey; a brother, William C. (Anna) Burns; granddaughter, Chelsea (Peter) Garratt, nine step-grandchildren; and 6 step-great-grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Annie Mantlo
Annie Lucille Mantlo, age 99, of Bowling Green, KY and formerly of Springfield, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at Greenwood Nursing and Rehab Center.
A Graveside Service was held Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 11am in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Jerry Wallace officiating. Burial followed.
There was no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Mrs. Mantlo was born April 14, 1921 in Robertson County to the late Edgar Hulon and Mattie Holman Porter. She was a home maker and member of the Springfield First United Methodist Church. Mrs. Mantlo was a member of the Red Hat Society and was also involved in activities with the Robertson County Senior Center.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Mantlo is preceded in death by her husband, James L. Mantlo, her sisters, Hazel Armstrong, Eva Harris and Rebecca Leding, and her brother, Edgar Porter. Mrs. Mantlo is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Joyce Mantlo of Bowling Green; daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Johnny Guthrie of Nashville; and grandchildren, David Mantlo, Angela George, and Michael Guthrie; and 9 great-grandchildren.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Springfield First United Methodist Church. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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Obituary for Dorothy Frances Nixon Rader
Dorothy Frances Nixon Rader, 95, of Springfield, passed from this life on Thursday July 16, 2020 at Springfield Heights Assisted Living.
Memorial services were conducted Saturday July 25th at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Adam Hodges officiating. The family received friends from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mrs. Rader was born December 15, 1924 in Springfield to the late William Robert and Eula Bloodworth Nixon. She was a retired Office Administrator with Eastland Heights Baptist Church. Mrs. Rader, and her family, were charter members of Eastland Heights Baptist Church, where she was active in the WMU and taught Sunday School for many years. She loved working on her family history and genealogy and watching any type of westerns on TV.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Howard Earl Rader, and by her siblings and their spouses: Charles and Ann Bruce Nixon, Joe Nixon, and Jean Nixon Armstrong and James Armstrong. Mrs. Rader is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Dan and Fayrene Rader of Springfield, by her grandson: Beau Nixon Rader, and by her sister-in-law: Mary Nixon of Springfield.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Jeffrey Holman Barbee
Jeffrey Holman Barbee, age 66, died on Wednesday July 15, 2020 at his home. He was born July 8, 1954 in Robertson County.
He is survived by his sister: Amelia Barbee Fletcher, and her husband Randy, of Springfield, by his niece: Allyn P. Faenza, and partner, Rachel Zisette of Brooklyn, NY, and by a host of friends. He is pre-deceased by his parents, Marjorie Holman and Harold Anderson Barbee, a brother: Gary Wayne, and his niece, Jenny Katherine Faenza.
A graveside service was held at historic Elmwood Cemetery in Springfield Saturday, July 18th at 10:00 a.m. The service was conducted by Johnnie Baldwin, Jr., pastor of Apostolic Faith Mission in Springfield, where Jeff was a charter member. Pallbearers will be David McCoy, T.J. Faenza, Matteo Fanza, Mark Cox, Jack Nixon, and C.L. Nixon. The family received friends at the graveside service.
A retired farmer, Jeff had a plethora of interests and hobbies including hunting, fishing, listening to music, keeping up his farm, and working on his classic car collection. His most recent hobby was watching a bald eagle that had decided to roost on his farm. He will be remembered by all as a loyal friend with an easy smile and funny chuckle. He was a member of Springfield High School, Class of 1972.
If desired, friends and relatives may make donations to the Apostolic Faith Mission church to be passed along to various projects and foundations that are deemed appropriate. Such donations in the past have included Smile Train, an organization that helps children born with cleft lips and palates.
All donations may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home, who is in charge of the arrangements.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Mary E. Turner Blakemore
On July 13, 2020, the Lord called another one of his Angels home, Mary Elizabeth Turner Blakemore. Mary was born October 7, 1933 to the late Joe and Annie Patterson.
She was married to the late James H. Turner and the late Minister Nevel Blakemore.
Mary professed hope in Christ at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church and later joined Fairview Missionary Baptist Church where she served faithfully on the Mother’s Board.
She attended school in the Robertson County School System. Mary was employed at Jesse Holman Jones Hospital and NorthCrest Medical Center for over 30 years. She loved to cook, spending time with family and talking on the phone to her friends and family.
She is preceded in death by son, Randy Turner; daughter, Shirley Turner; brothers, James, Joe, and Robert Patterson; sisters, Annie Williams, Dorothy Coleman and Lula Mae Williams; grandsons, James “Boo” and Larry “Pootie” Turner. Mary leaves to cherish her memories: daughter, Leann Cross; sons, Perry (Joyce) Patterson, Larry Turner and James Ray Turner; stepdaughter, Helen (Marion) Lunsford; step-sons, Tommy (Annetra) Blakemore and Nevel (Joann) Blakemore Jr.; sisters, Louise (Mike) Holcomb and Peggy Young; brothers, Elmo Patterson; granddaughters, Denise Douglas, Bridgette Turner, Rocquesha (Keenan) Chatman and Terri (Jeffrey) Gaddy; grandsons, Marques (Jeanel) Johnson, Devon Turner, Randerickus Turner, Juwan Cross, Lamarion Turner and D’Angelo Patterson; fourteen great-grandchildren as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; special friends, Joe and Cora Wells, Flossie Blakemore and Rose Page.
Funeral was Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 1 pm at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with Pastor Mark Washington, Officiating and Reverend Lindsay Edmund, Eulogy; Interment was in Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for Robert D. Woodson
On July 18, 2020 the Lord called home another one of his faithful soldiers. Robert Dee Woodson, 83, of Springfield, Tennessee was born to the late Admire and Ethel Woodson on January 17, 1937. He is preceded in death by two brothers, and four sisters.
He married the love of his life Peggy on July 12, 1957 and they have four children, Steve (Vickie), Ilisa, Tony and Lynell (Johnny). He was self-employed for 40 years as a concrete finisher.
Robert Dee accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and became a member of Beard’s Chapel Baptist Church. He was well known for his singing and playing the piano. He would often accompany Reverend Samuel H. Grider of Beard’s Chapel Baptist Church by singing “The Little Wooden Church Out on the Hill.” He sang in various groups throughout his lifetime. The first group was the Gospel 5 and there were various others. He founded the male chorus at Beard’s Chapel Baptist Church.
Robert Dee is survived by his spouse, Peggy Woodson; four children; five grandchildren, Corey Chatman, Latoya (Kelsie) Henning, Danielle (Myron) Walker, Ashley Woodson, and Jonel Gardner; One grandchild preceded him in death, Natalie Woodson; three step-grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; six step-great grandchildren; one step-great-great grandchild and one sister of Indianapolis Indiana along with a host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral Service was Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with Pastor Randy Taylor, Eulogy and interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for James “Bub” Powell
James “Bub” Meredith Powell, III, age 68, of Springfield, died peacefully at his home Sunday, July 19, 2020.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 11:30 am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Marty Jacobus officiating. Burial followed in the Elmwood Cemetery with Jason Jacobus, Lucas Haley, Steve Haley, Perry Pratt, Allen Powell and Jeff Justice serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 9:30am until the hour of service at 11:30am.
Mr. Powell was born June 12, 1952 in Nashville to the late Jim and Ruth Hudgens Powell. He was lovingly known as “Bub” to family and friends. He completed school at Oakland Bethlehem in Robertson County, rode with his dad to dairy farms across the county and for the last 20 years enthusiastically attended the Habilitation and Training Services (H.A.T.S.) workshops in Springfield. He was a member of New Chapel United Methodist Church and attended the Sunshine Class at Springfield First United Methodist Church. He grew up loving family get-togethers, country music, Coca-Cola, and later in life, Mondays, so he could go to the H.A.T.S. workshop!
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Jenny Powell Jacobus, grandparents, Annie Lou and James Powell, Mary and Milton Hudgens and many loving aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Melody and Steve Haley of Springfield; brother-in-law, Marty (Barbara) Jacobus of Palm Springs, CA; nephews, Jason (Susan) Jacobus, Seth (Amber) Jacobus, Tyler (Missi) Jacobus, Cole Jacobus, Lucas (Alexa) Haley and niece Logan Haley; 5 great-nieces and 2 great-nephews; aunts, Joan Powell and Hilda (Richard) Best; H.A.T.S. roommate and many loving caregivers.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to H.A.T.S. of Springfield. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Mark Batchelor Stadlberger
Age 61 of Goodlettsville passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at his home. He was born May 30, 1959 in San Antonio, Texas to Walter and Gloria Joyce Batchelor Stadlberger, Jr. He worked as an aircraft mechanic for AirMed International. He enjoyed working on airplanes and he also rebuilt cars, especially muscle cars. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and listening to all kinds of music.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Walter Stadlberger, III; sister, Deborah Joyce Bair. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patti Stadlberger, Goodlettsville, TN; son, Mark Stadlberger, Jr., Hampton, VA; daughter, Ashley (Chris) Songy, Goodlettsville, TN; 2 grandchildren, Kyle Songy and Elle Songy; many loving nieces and nephews.
There are no local visitation or services scheduled at this time.
Mr. Stadlberger’s ashes will be inurned at Rocky Hill Cemetery in Autaugaville, AL at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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Obituary for Bill Shaw
William “Bill” George Shaw, age 90 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Brighton Gardens in Brentwood, Tennessee.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View, Tennessee at 11 o’clock am, on Monday, July 20th with Bro. Paul Edwards officiating. Burial followed at Pleasant View United Methodist Church Cemetery with his grandchildren and nephews serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home in Pleasant View, Sunday, July 19th from 5:30PM-8:00PM and again on Monday from 10AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM.
Mr. Shaw was born on September 15, 1929 in Ashland City, Tennessee to the late Thomas Earl, Sr. and Nancy Clark Shaw. He was a retired accountant for over 30 years. He was a U. S. Army veteran having served in the Korean War. Mr. Shaw was a lifetime member of Pleasant View United Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ramona Hamilton Shaw.
He is survived by his sons, Chuck (Wanda) Shaw of Murfreesboro, Hamilton (Donna) Shaw of Victorville, California and George (Terri) Shaw of Nashville; brother, Thomas Earl Shaw, Jr. of Brentwood; grandchildren, Garrett (Amy) Shaw of Murfreesboro, Brandon Shaw, Hannah Shaw, Isaac Shaw all of Nashville; and one great-granddaughter, Olivia Shaw.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View United Methodist Church at 2621 Church St., Pleasant View, TN 37146.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Richard Cannon
James “Richard” Cannon, age 77 of Springfield passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 at Vanderbilt Medical Center.
The family received friends from 2pm to 4pm Sunday, July 19th and again 11am to 1pm Monday at the funeral home.
The funeral service was at 1pm on Monday with Bro. Kenneth Wayne Head and Bro. Jeff Smith officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens.
He was born February 8, 1943 in Coopertown, TN to the late Robert and Myrtle Wilson Cannon. He was also preceded in death by a son, John Richard Cannon; brothers, Don Cannon, Jerry Cannon and sister, Ann Cannon Smith.
He was an educator for the Robertson County Board of Education. He loved playing and teaching guitar, hosted a local radio program and wrote and published books of poems.
He is survived by his wife, Carole Brown Cannon; daughter, Terina Carol (Ron) Garrison; grandson, Dustin Fuller (Maggie) Garrison; great-grandchildren, Raylan Fuller Garrison and Landon Lee Garrison. Pallbearers will be William Brown, Jody Brown, Tony Cobb, Trent Cobb, Anthony Cobb and Bill Wilson.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Any donations may be mailed to Austin & Bell, 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN 37172.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Roy Lee Breeding
Roy Lee Breeding, age 89 of Hendersonville, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020. He was the former owner of Family Billiards. He was preceded in death by his parents, Talmadge and Willie Breeding; 1 brother and 2 sisters.
He is survived by his long time dear friend, Earline Holt; her son, Darren Holt (Shelley Sircy); her daughter, Dianne Stoop; brothers, Fred Breeding and James Breeding.
There was no visitation or services at the funeral home. Interment services were conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, July 23 at Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery with Military Honors.
Service entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Loren Burton Earle
Age 81 of Cross Plains, TN passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at his home. He was born April 19, 1939 in Syracuse, NY to Milton Elmer & Hazel Etta Reid Earle. He worked in management in the food industry until his retirement. Mr. Earle proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy in Korea. He also served as a volunteer fireman in Baldwinsville, NY He loved attending truck rodeos. One of his hobbies included racing go-carts. He also loved driving tractor trailers and snowmobiles.
He is preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers, Bob Earle and Charles Earle. He is survived by his wife, Janice Earle, Cross Plains, TN; sons, Larry (Sue) Earle, Charlotte, NC, Stephen (Sue) Earle, Martville, NY and Loren (Lorraine) Earle, Jr., Lockport, NY; daughters, Jo Anne (John) Sangillo, Roanoke, VA and Micki (Robbie) Gibbs, Cross Plains, TN; brother, Jim (Judy) Earle, Baldwinsville, NY; sisters, Janice Thompson, Baltimore, MD and Karen Cooper, Baldwinsville, NY; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.
There are no services or visitation planned at this time. Mr. Earle’s ashes will be buried at a later date in Cato-Meridian Cemetery in Meridian, NY.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Marie Stanley
Elizabeth “Marie” Heald Stanley, age 72 of Greenbrier passed away Wednesday, July 15 at Alive Hospice – Nashville.
The family received friends 4pm to 8pm, Monday, July 20th and again 10am to 11am on Tuesday at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier. The funeral service will be at 11am Tuesday at the funeral home with Bro. Donnie Bryant officiating. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens.
She was born March 10, 1948 in Nashville, TN to the late Joseph Allen and Cathrine C. Coakley. She was a Forman in the Manufacturing Industry and was of the Baptist faith.
She is survived by husband, Sammy Gober of Greenbrier; daughter, Melissa Wallace of Madison and brother, Jack Heald of Arizona. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home
Obituary for Ellis Lee Jones
Age 69 of Goodlettsville, TN went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at his home. He was born October 9, 1950 in Lebanon, Missouri to Delmer L. & Vergie Jones. He worked as an auto mechanic for Toyota. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and was a member of Metro Baptist Church. He was considered to be a very humble man by all who knew him, always willing to do for others. He was also known to be a very hard working man, honest and caring in everything he did.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Curtis Jones and Danny Jones. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Karen Jones, Goodlettsville, TN; son, Jared (Nicole) Jones, White House, TN; daughter, Michelle (Mark) Marullo, Pearl River, LA; brothers, Doyal (Judy) Jones, Picaynne, MS and L.D. (Nena) Jones, Baton Rouge, LA; sister, Bonnie (Dave) Pickering, NE; 2 grandchildren, Morgan Marullo and Atticus Jones.
There is no service or visitation scheduled at this time.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Rosa Garcia
Rosa Lee Dickey Garcia, age 82 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted at 2 o’ clock pm on Thursday, July 16th at Friendship Free Will Baptist Church in Ashland City with Bro. Don Lamb, Bro. Cecil Boswell, and Bro. Dwayne James officiating. Burial will follow at Friendship Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Barry Perry, Jeremiah Perry, Joshua Williams, Jonathan Williams, Jacob Williams, and Ben Butler serving as pallbearers. Her granddaughter, Chasity Perry served as honorary pallbearer. A meal was served after the burial at the church.
The family received friends at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View from 12:00PM until 7:00PM on Wednesday, July 15th, and again on Thursday, from 12 Noon until the hour of service at 2:00PM at the church.
Mrs. Garcia was born on June 27, 1938, in Rogersville, Alabama to the late Clarence and Lilly Holden Trousdale. She was a homemaker who loved her family, enjoyed socializing, and attending church at Friendship Free Will Baptist Church. She also loved to shop, shop, shop….
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her first husband, Freeman Dickey; ten brothers, the most recent, Johnson Trousdale; and two sisters.
She is survived by her husband, Alberto Garcia; daughters, Teresa (Barry) Perry, Selisa (Dan) Beeler, and Tammy Sergio; grandchildren, Jeremiah (Amanda) Perry, Chasity Perry, Joshua (Katie) Williams, Jonathan Williams, Jacob (Kate) Williams, and Benjamin (Kelly) Butler; and great-grandchildren, Bryson Perry, Madison Perry, Molly Williams, Lyndon Williams, Miles Williams, Violet Butler, George Douglas Butler, and Layla Williams.
Mrs. Garcia’s husband and primary caregiver, Alberto, would like to thank Centennial Medical Center for the extraordinary care she received for the last nine years. Special thanks to Doctor Andrea Beck and her medical team, Doctor Borek, Doctor Johnston, and Doctor Reddy, heart surgeon, and many others with Centennial Heart Clinic. Each one had great medical skills, but above all, they showed tremendous compassion and love for Rosa. They all made a difference in our lives.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Laurence “Larry” Burlingame
Laurence “Larry” Evert Burlingame, age 73, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
A Memorial Service was held Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 2pm at the Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church.
Mr. Burlingame was born June 24, 1947 in Cortland, NY to the late Laurence Alva and Helen Cottrell Burlingame. He worked at Home Depot, was a Veteran of the U.S. Army Military Police, loved working on yard art, and was a member of the Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church.
Mr. Burlingame is survived by his wife, Jeri Carney Burlingame; children, Tim (Jenny) Burlingame, Traci (Tony) Chambliss, Laura (Brian) Lowe, Kevin (Joette) Bowlby and Kimberly (Ben) Martin; and 13 grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Walter Corey Maxey
Walter Corey Maxey, age 37 of Hendersonville, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Corey was a loving son, husband and father whose family meant everything to him.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Paul Maxey and paternal grandparents, Oscar and Irene Cook. He is survived by his wife, Natasha Maxey; mother, Donna Ricketts; father, Robert Cook; grandmother, Carol Maxey; children, Evan Carstedt and Lucas and LeAna Maxey; brother, Robbie Cook; sisters, Stephanie Cook, Alicia Cunningham, Morgan Cook, Tonya Ricketts and Tammy Ricketts.
Due to the Covid outbreak, visitation for family members only was held from 5:00pm until 7:00pm on Friday, July 17, 2020 at Austin and Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville. His Celebration of Life Service was at 11:00am on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Cornerstone Church Nashville, 726 W. Old Hickory Blvd. Madison, TN 37115. Interment will be in Beech Cemetery. Family and friends served as pallbearers.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations be made to Natasha Maxey for the Corey Maxey Memorial Fund c/o First Horizon Bank. Those funds will be used for the benefit of a scholarship fund for his children: Evan, LeAna and Lucas Maxey.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home Hendersonville is honored to have Corey’s family entrust his services to us.
