In Loving Memory: Obituaries June 20-27, 2020
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Wayne Robertson
Wayne Robertson, age 69 of Springfield, died Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the Waters of Robertson.
Private family graveside services will be conducted Tuesday, June 30, 2020 in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tim Harris officiating. The family will serve as pallbearers.
Mr. Robertson was born June 26, 1951 in Logan County, KY to the late Robert Morton and Janie Frances McEwing Robertson. He was a member of the Baptist faith and he enjoyed baseball, lawn mowing with a push mower, western shows, and the tv show Gas Monkey Garage.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Gregory Robertson; brothers, 
Robert C. Robertson and William Allen Robertson; and sisters, Betty Jane Robertson and Peggy Keith.
He is survived by his brother, Howard Robertson (Lisa Downey) of Hopkinsville, KY; and sisters, Evelyn (David) Keith of Springfield, Vikki (Jimmy) McQuiston, of Greenbrier, and Dail (Jay) Zeligman of Greenbrier.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Sylvia D Evans
Sylvia D. Evans, age 72, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at home.
Mau Mau, as her family knew her, was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. For 50 years, she enjoyed her work as an insurance agent. She also loved sewing quilts, camping and horseback riding.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Kenneth R. Evans; daughters, Angie (Ted) Hinsley, Sherri (Steve) Craig; siblings, Dianna (Len) Worley, Dennis Woratschek; grandchildren, Drew Hinsley, Hannah Craig, Shelby Craig, and Carson Craig.
Her family will receive friends for a memorial gathering on Sunday, July 5, from 2-5pm at Austin & Bell in Hendersonville.
Memorial contributions may be made to Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt or at 2200 Children’s Way, Nashville TN 37232.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Bobbie Lois Cole
Age 88 of Goodlettsville went home to be with the Lord Saturday, June 27, 2020 at St. Thomas Midtown. She was born January 21, 1932 in Savannah, TN to Delbert Morris & Nina Milligan James. She was retired from JC Penneys, where she worked in sales. Mrs. Cole loved gardening and bowling. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, but in her later years had been attending Cherry Mound Baptist Church with her family. Her home was the social gathering place for the family. She enjoyed spending time holding all of her grandbabies.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elwin Risteen Cole; twin brothers, Frank and Jesse James. She is survived by her son, Randy (Patricia) Cole, Goodlettsville, TN; daughters, Diane Jackson, Goodlettsville, TN and Angie (Tony) Tate, White House, TN; 6 grandchildren, Chris (Kim), Craig, Chad (Breane) and Clay Cole and Amy (Jason) Shapton and Adam (Katrina) Tate; 11 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; special friends, Don and Ruby Templeton, Goodlettsville, TN.
Funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 3pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Greg Young officiating. Interment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens with Chris, Craig, Chad & Clay Cole, Adam Tate & Jason Shapton serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Monday, June 29, 2020 4-8pm and Tuesday, June 30, 2020 10am-3pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Bobby Watts
Robert Glenn Watts “Bobby”, age 73 of the Battle Creek Community in Robertson County, Tennessee, died Friday, June 26, 2020 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 o’clock pm, Tuesday, June 30th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Jewell Barrett officiating. Serving as pallbearers are grandsons, Randy Reeder, and Roy Biggs, Jr.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home 4:00-8:00PM Monday, June 29th, and again on Tuesday beginning at 12 noon until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Bobby was born at home in Robertson County on July 1, 1946 to the late Ernest Cates “Montana” and Ruth Roman Watts. He was a tobacco farmer and his hobbies including hunting, fishing, and his game roosters. He was a member of Battle Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Watts; and sister, Betty Ruth Smith.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jane Watts; son, Boo (Sandra) Watts; daughters, Melissa (James) Jones and Avle Perry; grandchildren, D.J. “Catfish” (Erin) Wheeler, Megan “Maggot” Wheeler, Cody “Toad” (Emily) Norrod, Jeffrey “Terrapin” Perry, Bridget “Cricket” (W.T.) Farmer, Jacob “Bear” Watts, Tristan “Squirrel” Watts; and eleven great-grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions in Bobby’s memory may be made to Battle Creek Baptist Church, 2655 Battle Creek Road, Springfield, TN 37172
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Lora Lee McGee
Age 66 of Springfield passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at Quality Care for Rehab and Healing in Lebanon, TN. She was born July 26, 1953 in Chicago, IL to Denver and Joan Pugh McGee. She was a factory worker in the manufacturing business/ She loved spending time with her family and friends and listening to music. She was known to have a big heart and a strong will.
She is preceded in death by her father, Denver McGee; lifelong companion, Ron Keene. She is survived by her mother, Joan McGee, Springfield, TN; sons, Robert (Brandy) White, Wisconsin, Anthony White, Tennessee and William (Jennifer) White, Florida; brothers, Brian McGee, Springfield, TN, Patrick McGee, Illinois and Danny McGee, Colorado; sister, Faith (Jeff) Sopher, Illinois; 7 grandchildren.
Funeral service is scheduled for Monday, June 29, 2020 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor TL Page officiating. Interment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Monday, June 29, 2020 10am-2pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Treva Cope
Treva Miller Cope, age 80, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at her home.
A Graveside Service was held Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10am in the Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens with John and Jeffrey Cope officiating. Burial followed. No visitation was held prior to the graveside service.
Mrs. Cope was born March 1, 1940 in Nashville to the late Clifford H. and Nannie Sue Collins Miller. She was a homemaker and member of the Full Gospel Non-Denominational Belief. She loved her family and especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Cope is preceded in death by her husband, John David Cope, Jr., daughter, Kimberly Cope, son, Brian Cope, brother, Sonny Miller, and her sister, Norma Williams.
Mrs. Cope is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Jeffrey and Jennifer Cope of White House and John and Mary Cope of Springfield; grandchildren, Katie Cope, David Cope, Heather (Stephen) Dowell, Kimberly Cope and John M. (Kamee) Cope, Jr.; and great-grandchild, John M. Cope, III.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Jimmy Swaggart Ministries. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Dorothy “Tot” Evans
Dorothy June Evans “Tot”, age 88 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Hillcrest Healthcare Center in Ashland City.
Funeral services will be held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Saturday, June 27th, with Bro. Gene Parton officiating. Burial will follow at EverRest of Cheatham with Phil Sanders, Mike Allen, Harry Hammock, Dennis Gilmore, Emory Henley, and Dwight Thornton serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday, June 26 from 2PM until 8PM and again on Saturday from 10AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mrs. Evans was born on August 21, 1931 in Ashland City, Tennessee to the late Jess and Blanche Shivers Boyte. She was retired from State Stove in Ashland City as a data processor. She was a member of Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Evans; and her twelve brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her son, Jim Evans; daughter, Debbie (Jeff) Duncan; grandsons, Jeremy Dale Binkley and Todd Evans Duncan; and great-grandchildren, Madison Rene` Binkley, Jansen Dale Binkley, Easton James-Lee Duncan, and one on the way, Rylee Dorothy June Duncan.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Edward Hunter, Jr.
Edward C. “Mackey” Hunter, Jr., age 85, of Cedar Hill, passed away June 24, 2020 peacefully at St. Thomas West Hospital after an extended illness.
Visitation was held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield on Friday, June 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The family held a private graveside service with Father Anthony Lopez as Celebrant. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at a later date.
Interment took place at St. Michael’s Catholic Church Cemetery with Kevin Ramsey, Hunter Duncan, Joshua Hunter, Kenton Deitch, David Ball and Mike Murdock serving as pallbearers.
Mr. Hunter was born December 8, 1934 in Springfield, TN to the late Edward Carmack and Marie Traughber Hunter, Sr. He retired from Ford Glass Plant after 41 years of service. He loved his family, friends, the UAW, Notre Dame football and was a proud Democrat. He was a life-long and active parishioner of St. Michael’s Catholic Church. He enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fishing, raising finches and gardening. He loved telling stories about his life, his family and “the guys at the Plant.”
In addition to his parents, Mr. Hunter is also preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, JoAnn Oakes Hunter, his son-in-law, Jerry McClain, and his sister, Margie Chowning.
Mr. Hunter is survived by his children Janet McClain, of Springfield, Joy (Fred) Ramsey, of Harriman, Mack (Sheila) Hunter of Clarksville, Mike (Tara) Hunter of Joelton, Beth Duncan of Ashland City, and his sisters Lynda (Karl) Brown, of Springfield and Dianne Hunter of Nashville. He was “Pop” to his grandchildren, Kerry (Kenton) Deitch, Haley (David) Ball, Kevin Ramsey, Hunter Duncan, Shelby and Josh Hunter and great-grandchildren, Kiersten, Kenley and Samuel Deitch, and Benjamin Ball.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the JoAnn Hunter Memorial Scholarship for Nursing Students, the St. Michael’s Cemetery Fund or the charity of your choice. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Lorene Hurtig Gasper
Lorene Hurtig Gasper, age 89, of Lafayette and Red Boiling Springs TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 in Hendersonville, TN.
Lorene was a loving mother who lived life to the fullest. She was always happy and very kind. She was blessed to have been able to travel and see a lot of the country. She found herself happiest in Tennessee, where she lived out her final days. A special thanks goes to Lorene’s caregivers Delilih Marshal, Loretta Kernell, Katie Blansford, and Larry Delk of At Home Healthcare.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Renee Hunter
Linda “Renee” Hunter, age 53 of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Alive Hospice Residence in Nashville, Tennessee.
Funeral services were held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View, Tennessee at 11 o’clock am, Tuesday, June 23rd with Dr. Ashley Mofield officiating. Burial followed at EverRest of Cheatham with family serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home in Pleasant View, Monday, June 22nd from 4-8PM and again on Tuesday from 10AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM.
Renee was born on December 12, 1966 in Mayfield, Kentucky where she grew up, to George, Jr. and Linda Hunter. She worked at Ingram Barge for over 20 years. Renee graduated from Mayfield Kentucky High School and received her B.S. and MBA degree from Murray State University. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Mayfield.
She is preceded in death by her brother, Richard Hunter; nephew, Joshua Hunter; and grandparents, George “Dub” and Nell Hunter and Alton and Louise Whittemore.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her children, Lisa and Brandon Holt; and brother, George, III (Angie) Hunter of Nashville.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society at 2000 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37203.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Barbara Jean Whitaker
Barbara Jean Jones Whitaker, age 76, of White House, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the home of her daughter in Portland.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Brent Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the First General Baptist Church Cemetery in Russellville with Leslie Canter III, Leslie Canter IV, Brody Walker, Joshua Kelly, Jacob Sureda, Jeremy Pilkerton and Austin Pilkerton serving as pallbearers. Dillon Walker served as an honorary pallbearer.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10am until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mrs. Whitaker was born August 29, 1943 in Ridgetop to the late Lois Ray and Gladys Lee Dorris Jones. She was a homemaker and member of the Calvary General Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Whitaker is preceded in death by her husband, James Albert Whitaker and her brother, Carl Ray Jones.
Mrs. Whitaker is survived by her daughters, Wanda W. Canter and husband Leslie of Goodlettsville, Cynthia Ann Tucker of White House, and Michelle Leah Kelly and husband Richard of Portland; brothers, Wayne Jones of White House and Richard Jones of Springfield; sisters, Shirley Minnis of Springfield and Patricia Hysner of White House; grandchildren, Leigh Ann (Jeremy) Pilkerton, Leslie (Lacey) Canter, Amanda Tucker, Brody (Samantha) Walker, Dillon (Carrie) Walker, Maggie Kelly and Joshua Kelly; and 8 great-grandchildren.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
(Updated) LAST WEEKS OBITUARIES
Obituary for Chester Alan Pinson
“Buddy”-Age 72 of Goodlettsville passed away Friday, June 19, 2020 at Sarah Cannon/Centennial Medical Center. He was born November 3, 1947 in Nashville, TN to Boyd Richard & Beatrice Carlisle Pinson. He graduated from White House High School in 1965 and then went on to Tennessee Technological University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in 1969.
He married Janette Davenport on December 7, 1974 at McKendree United Methodist Church in Nashville. They were married for 45 years. He retired after 30 years of service from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation. After his retirement, he started his own consulting business, working with Tennessee Concrete Association and Sweeping Corporation of America, INC. He received the Tennessee Concrete Association Presidents Award in 2005 and 2009 for his outstanding service.
He was an avid runner and completed thirteen marathons. He was known by his friends from the state as the Marathon Man. Alan also loved horse racing. He spent lots of time calculating racing statistics to make sure that he had made a wise bet. He made many friends at the track over the years, and they always held a special place in his heart. He had a flair for entertaining people. Whenever visiting his house, there was always a cheese plate there to greet you. He was the life of the party. Alan always made new friends everywhere he went. Many people Alan and Janette met on their travels still kept in touch.
He never met a stranger, always set goals, and loved family above all else. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church. He taught a Sunday School Class and was Chairman of the Board for many years. In his retirement years, he and his wife enjoyed traveling in the RV. They had visited all states in the United States and 48 of the National Parks. Alan and Janette spent lots of time camping with their grandkids at Defeated Creek. When not traveling, he could always be found sitting on his deck reading his James Patterson books and playing cards with friends. He was a ferocious Nashville Predators and Vanderbilt University fan. He loved attending games with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Janette Pinson, Goodlettsville, TN; daughters, Nachel (Chris) Tenbarge. Lebanon, TN and Janaree Harris, White House, TN; sister, Peggy (Len) Holman, Springfield, TN; 4 grandchildren, JC(Sarah Beth) Harris, Leander Tenbarge, Ellie Tenbarge and Addie Tenbarge; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service was held Monday, June 22, 2020 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Sam Brown officiating. Interment followed in Bethlehem Cemetery with JC Harris, Chris Tenbarge, Leander Tenbarge, Ronnie Davenport, Glenn Jenkins and Jason Spain serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Sunday, June 21, 2020 5-9pm and Monday, June 22, 2020 10-11am at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are requested to Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church 3390 N Mt. Pleasant Road Greenbrier, TN 37073.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Gregory Cecil Garner Jr.
Gregory Cecil Garner, Jr., age 43, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020.
Greg was a loving fiancé, father, brother, uncle and friend. He was the life of every room that he walked into and had friends everywhere he went. Even in pain and illness, he radiated joy. Among his working UBS family, he was the loud happy one as he walked onto the floor every day. He also loved attending Godwhy Church and his connect group there. Even recently when he couldn’t attend in person, he was still excited to tune in on TV every week to hear the worship and message there. Now Greg also loved to eat, even when it wasn’t in his diet to do so. Despite all the candy he consumed, he had a cavity free mouth that defied the odds
Greg was largely involved in coaching youth sports with his fiancé, Jasmine Quintana. A Civitan softball coach, he was always finding ways to give, teach, and serve his students. It was nothing for him to help a young athlete in need find a pair of cleats, a bat or glove, or stay late helping them perfect their technique. Jasmine never had room in their vehicles for groceries because of all the sports equipment that Greg deemed necessary for his coaching. He will be dearly missed by his Hendersonville Softball girls, among his other baseball and basketball students.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Ceriah Garner. He is survived by his fiancé of 12 years, Jasmine Quintana; parents, Kim and Eugene Washington; children, Noah Garner, Anthony Garner, Cecil Garner, Anabelle Arreaga; six sisters; four brothers, several cousins, nieces and nephews.
His family will receive friends on Saturday, July 4, from 9am until his Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 11am at Austin & Bell in Hendersonville.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary Ricky Lynn Hester (Updated Service Information)
Ricky Lynn Hester, age 58, of Springfield, died Sunday, March 29, 2020 at his home.
Memorial services were conducted Saturday June 27, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Darrell King officiating. The family received friends on Saturday June 27th from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Ricky was born on December 20, 1961 to the late William Eugene Hester, and Shelby Shepard Hill. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by their spouses Carol Hester, and Harry Hill, his maternal grandparents Comer and Learlean Shepard, and his paternal grandparents Henry and Cora Hester. Ricky was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness. He loved University of Tennessee sports, Jo Byrns High School Football, and was a big fan of the rock band KISS. He was retired from Unarco.
Ricky is survived by his wife of 36 years; Janie Hester of Springfield, sisters; Sheila and Bill Locke of Springfield, and Selena and Mitch Orr of Springfield, father and mother-in-law Chester and Betty Fuqua of Springfield, sisters-in- law; Lisa and David Sullivan of Springfield, Ann and Chipper Ellis of Springfield, brother-in-law; Mike Fuqua of Greenbrier, a special cousin that was like a brother; Gary Albright of Clarksville, nieces and nephews; Hannah and Dustin Thomas, Peyton and Ron Kemper, Cody and Ashley Ellis, Ashley and Chris Hooper, and Kelly Fuqua, and great nieces and nephews; Kloe Thomas, Dawson Kemper, Bella Buck, Maxton Hawkins.
If so desired, the family request memorial donations be made to the Jo Byrns Football program or the Robertson County Backpack program. All donations may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Judy Ann Strange
Judy Ann Strange, 68, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Wednesday June 17, 2020 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday June 23rd at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor David Price officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Nathan Strange, Jared Strange, Tyler Burnette, Kevin Litchford, Kevin Talley, Grant Palmer, and Neal Palmer serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Reed Palmer, Matthew Jakes, and Mark Thomas. The family received friends on Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. It is asked that everyone respect the CDC guidelines of social distancing. With the current Corona virus circumstances, the family extended an open invitation to anyone that had reservations about attending visitations and funeral services, to feel welcome to only attend the graveside committal that was held at approximately 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday following the funeral service.
Judy was born November 26, 1951 in Knoxville. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church in Coopertown and was a retired Underwriting Assistant in the Insurance profession. She loved being a mother, grandmother, and spending time with her family and friends. Judy loved planning family gatherings and activities. She was preceded in death by her parents: Orman and Elsie A. Hester Cherry.
Judy is survived by her husband of 48 years: George L. Strange of Greenbrier, by her daughter and son-in-law: Stefanie and Tyler Burnette of Nashville, by her granddaughter: Elizabeth “Lizzie” Burnette of Nashville, by her brother and sister-in-law: Larry and Shirley Cherry of Cave City, KY, and by her sisters and brother-in-law: Brenda Allgood of Greenbrier, Debra and Mark Thomas of Nashville.
The family request, if so desired, that memorial contributions be made to the Providence Baptist Church building fund.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary Charles “Buddy” Offutt
Charles “Buddy” Offutt, age 87 of Springfield, died Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro.
Graveside services were conducted Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 2:00 PM in Cross Plains Cemetery with Dr. Robert Blackaby officiating. Pallbearers were Scott Murphy, Blair Offutt, Chris Offutt, John Blackaby, David Blackaby, and Jason Offutt. The family received friends at the Robertson County Funeral Home on Friday from 4 until 8 PM and again on Saturday from 12 noon until 1:15 PM.
Mr. Offutt was born October 21, 1932 in Cross Plains to the late Charles N. and Irene Scott Offutt. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served during the Korean War. He was an electrician, having worked for Cumberland Electric and later doing work for individuals on his own. He loved flying model airplanes, fishing, hunting, woodworking, and football, especially the Tennessee Vols and the Tennessee Titans. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth Johnson Offutt.
He is survived by his son, Jon Offutt and wife, Carla of Clarksville; daughter Jo Susan Offutt-Blackaby and husband, Dr. Robert Blackaby of Calgary Alberta, Canada; brothers, Joe Offutt and wife, Anita and Jimmy Offutt and wife, Cheryl, both of Cross Plains; and grandchildren, Blair Offutt, Brendan Offutt, Rachel Blackaby, Chris Offutt, John Blackaby, David Blackaby, Shelby Pawlowski, and James Nolan Pawlowski.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Arrangements for Diane Moore:
Viewing and visitation was held Wednesday, June 17, 2020 11:00am- 1:00pm. Private family services followed At 1:00pm.
Due to Covid-19 Pandemic masks were required to be worn.
The service was live-streamed on W. D. Crowder Funeral Home Facebook Page.
Interment: Restlawn Memorial Gardens.
Full obituary to be published soon.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for Charles Edward Teague
Charles Edward Teague, age 78 of Greenbrier, Tennessee died Thursday, June 18, 2020 at his home.
A Graveside Service was held at 10 o’ clock am on Monday, June 22nd at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Nashville with Pastor John Nelson officiating. Family served as pallbearers.
Mr. Teague was born on September 14, 1941 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Newbern and Mary Mach Teague. He was retired with over 40 years with the United States Postal Service as a rural carrier. He loved to play pool, golf, cards and was an avid Tennessee football fan.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Teague; brothers, Sydney and Newbern Teague; and nephew, Jimmy Teague.
He is survived by a sister, Nelle Miles; sister-in-law, Virginia Teague; nieces, Rosemary Teague, Kathy Teague; nephews, Steve (Kelly) Teague and Sydney Teague.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Johnny “Shorty” Maynard
Johnny Thomas “Shorty” Maynard, age 70, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at his home. (Click here for a unique video interview)
Funeral services were held Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 11am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Judson Phenicie and Brother David Davis officiating. Burial followed in the Hopewell Cemetery with C.J. Estrada, Marco Estrada, Michael Maynard, Jr., Jamie Maynard, Don Toothman and Jerrell Rawls serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Friday, June 19, 2020 from 4-8pm and again on Saturday from 10am until the hour of service at 11am.
Mr. Maynard was born August 6, 1949 in Portland to the late Luther C. and Clara Wix Maynard. He owned and operated Springfield Recycling Company and was a member of the Springfield First Free Will Baptist Church. He loved big machinery, collecting antique tools, music and traveling.
In addition to his parents Mr. Maynard is preceded in death by his sister, Clara Dale Maynard, brother, Charles Maynard, and grandchild, Thomas Eric Maynard and great-grandchild Leonidas Estrada. Mr. Maynard is survived by his wife, Mary Anne Scott; children, Jonathan (Tammy) Maynard, Michael Maynard, Sherry (Carlos) Estrada and Bo Maynard; siblings, Earl Maynard, Jimmy (Charlotte) Maynard, Danny Maynard, Annie Rawls and Clara Gail (Jerrell) Rawls; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Springfield First Free Will Baptist Church Building Fund. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Carol Hattaway Johnson Caldwell
Carol Hattaway Caldwell, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020.
Carol was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who had an impact on everyone she met. She retired from Bank of America in Greenwood, SC after 38 years of service in many different roles. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Hendersonville and former member of Trinity Baptist Church and Harris Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Ida Mae Hattaway; her husband of 57 years, Ray Johnson; a grandson, Alex Willingham; and 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
She is survived by her husband, David Caldwell; daughters, Kim (Rocky) Zazzaro of Cottontown, TN and Kay Willingham of Hodges, SC; 4 grandsons, Addam (Brandi) Willingham, Drew (Briana) Willingham, Patrick (Sheldyn) Zazzaro, Thomas Zazzaro, plus her adopted grandson Tim (Jamie) Thomas. She was blessed with two great-granddaughters, Collins and Emersyn-James.
Carol also had a stepdaughter, Gail (Allen) Blackburn and a stepson, David (Neoma) Caldwell, Jr. of Hendersonville, TN. She is also survived by her sister, Dorothy (Russ) Wimmer of Winston Salem, NC and a brother, Ralph (Cuba) Hattaway of Greensboro, NC; and several nieces and nephews.
Her family received friends on Saturday, June 20, from 1:00pm until her Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 3:00pm at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to be made to the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for “Penny” Patrol Elizabeth Haag
Patrol Elizabeth “Penny” Haag, born on March 11, 1924, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at the age of 96. Penny left her residence at Park Place Retirement Community in Hendersonville, TN and took up her new residence in Heaven.
Penny was a wonderful and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and playing golf. She was a member of the Hendersonville Women’s Club and she volunteered at the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce. She was a long and faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Hendersonville and the Love II Sunday School Class. She has been a resident of Hendersonville for over 38 years.
She is preceded in death by her late husband, Vernis “Bud” Haag; sons, Allan Lester Haag and Carlton Randolph Haag; parents, Remer and Annie Wrenn of Collins, GA; and grandson, Brent A Haag.
She is survived by her sons, Edward V. (Faye) Haag of Smiths Station, AL, Gregory L. (Susan) Haag of Hendersonville, TN, and Timothy W. (Christine) Haag of Hendersonville, TN; her daughter-in-law, Jennifer Haag of Hendersonville, TN; grandchildren, Jon Edward (Chelsea) Haag, Eric (Tyra) Haag, Gregory Jr. (Carey) Haag, Crystal (Greg) Atkinson, Andrew (Sara) Haag, Rachel Haag (Art Arcinas); and 6 great-grandchildren also survive.
Her family received friends on Friday, June 19 from 11:00 a.m. until her Celebration of Life Service at 1:00 p.m. at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville with Rev. Roger Luther officiating. Interment followed at Hendersonville Memory Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to the GFWC- Woman’s Club of Hendersonville, Scholarship Fund at P.O. Box 813, Hendersonville, TN 37077-0813.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service,104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Billy Matthews
Billy Darden Matthews, age 90, died at his home on June 16, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, John H. and Mary Jo Matthews and beloved wife of 67 years, Becky Matthews.
Billy was born September 28, 1929 on the family farm in Cedar Hill where Matthews Cemetery is located. He graduated from Springfield High School and was the last surviving member of the 1948 football team. He went on to play football with his brothers, Albert and Ray Matthews, at Tennessee Tech where he graduated in 1952. Billy was also the last surviving member of the Tennessee Tech team. He coached football, basketball and taught biology at Cumberland High in Nashville and Hartsville High School.
For 33 years, Billy worked for the City of Springfield as Superintendent of Water and Waste Water Departments. He was a member of the Springfield Baptist Church and taught Sunday school for many years. Billy loved hunting, fishing, wood carving, loading his ammunition, and bird watching. He was known to be a master storyteller and loving sharing stories with family and friends.
Billy is survived by 4 children; Lucy (Randy) Holt of Springfield, Sherrie (Neel) Smith of Cedar Hill, Mike (Sherry) Matthews of Hoover, Alabama, and Mark Matthews of Springfield; grandchildren, Lesley (Joey) Haun of Christiana, Tennessee, Amy Holt of Springfield, Ashley (Aaron) Yoder of Hoover, Alabama, Blake (Amanda) Matthews of Helena, Alabama, and Brant (Katie) Smith of Nashville; great grandchildren, Evan Moncrief, Alex Mitchell, Britton Matthews, Taylor Smith and Garrett Smith; and lastly, his best buddy and devoted puppy dog, Angel.
A graveside service will be announced and held at a later date at Matthews Cemetery.
If so desired, memorial contributions are requested to Matthews Cemetery or The Gideons International. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Christine Edwards
Christine Brooks Edwards, age 89, of Springfield, gained her heavenly wings on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at her home after a long illness.
Funeral services were held Friday, June 19, 2020 at 11am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother David Evans and Reverend Doug Spain officiating. Burial followed in the Oakland Cemetery with Tony Brooks, Will Brooks, Greg Konkol, Brian Edwards, John Edwards and Anthony Edwards serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Thursday, June 18, 2020 from 4-8pm and again on Friday from 10am until the hour of service at 11am.
Mrs. Edwards was born March 22, 1931 in the Lakeview Community of Robertson County, to the late William Guy and Gladys Eden Brooks. She married William Lewis “Bill” Edwards on December 23, 1947 in Simpson County, KY. She was a seamstress, a member of Grace Free Will Baptist Church and a Lifetime Member of the Robertson County Rescue Squad. Mrs. Edwards’ favorite thing was being “Nanny” for many years to a host of loving children that she kept.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Edwards is preceded in death by her husband Bill, of 43 years, daughter, Joyce Lynn Edwards Whitaker, sons, Terry Bryant Edwards and Timothy Wayne Edwards, brothers, William Ray Brooks, Jesse Dailey Brooks and Archie Ray Brooks, and her sister, Alice Jeanette Brooks Chandler.
Mrs. Edwards is survived by her son, William Dewey (Deloris) Edwards of Springfield; son-in-law, George Whitaker of Adairville; brothers, Richard Earl (Mary) Brooks of Russellville, Charles Wayne (Kay) Brooks of Elkton and Andrew Eugene (Helen) Brooks of Gallatin; grandchildren, Nathan Ray Whitaker of Adairville, Shannon Denise (Dana) Edwards of Dickson, Tracey DeAnne (Greg) Konkol of Clarksville, Dana “Nikki” (William) Mitchell of Springfield, Michael Brian (Melanie) Edwards of Springfield and John Curtis (Amy) Edwards of Cedar Hill; and great-grandchildren, Markley Konkol, Lily Mitchell, Ethan Konkol, Celes Mitchell, Fin Konkol, Samantha Whitaker, Connor Edwards, Anthony Edwards, Chase Vreeland, Autumn Edwards and Ryman Edwards. Mrs. Edwards is also survived by a host of loving nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for James Anthony Hunter Jr
Age 33 of Greenbrier passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born September 11, 1986 in Nashville, TN to James Anthony & Tamantha “Tammy” Kendall Hunter. He worked for Volunteer Wall Systems. He enjoyed listening to all all kinds of music, watching movies, fishing, watching college football, especially his favorite team, the UT Vols.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, MJ Hunter; maternal grandfather, Marshall Lex Kendall, Sr.; step grandfather, Bobby Blackwell. He is survived by his wife, Olivia Hunter, White House, TN; parents, James Anthony & Tammy Hunter; brother, Jeremy Hunter, all of Greenbrier, TN.
Funeral service was held Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Ashley Mofield officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Sunday, June 21, 2020 12-2pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Austin & Bell Funeral Home to help pay for funeral expenses. Debit or credit card payments will be gladly taken by phone (615)672-5000.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Roger Feltner
Roger David Feltner, age 65 of Pleasant View, Tennessee died Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.
Mr. Feltner’s remains were cremated and there are no services planned at this time.
Mr. Feltner was born on February 10, 1955 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late William and Eula Madge Smith Feltner. He was a retired technician for AT&T, and enjoyed traveling, motorcycle riding, music, and playing his guitar.
He is survived by his wife, Anne Feltner; son, Gabe (Ashley) Feltner; daughter, Kayla (Michael) Pardue; brothers, Bill Feltner, Michael (Margie) Feltner; sister, Sandy (Jim “Coop”) Cooper; grandchildren, Annabel and Grace Feltner; Hilia, Hazeleigh, Mihi, Noah, Layla, Mayci, and Mylee Pardue.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Tim Helm
Timothy “Tim” Jayson Helm, age 54 of Joelton, Tennessee died Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at his home.
Funeral services were held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 9 o’ clock am on Thursday, June 25th, with Bishop Brad Hull and Bishop Joel Sims officiating. Burial followed at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery with Dillan Cary Bright, Michael Wayne Helm, and Jerimy Helm serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home from 8:00AM until the hour of service at 9:00AM on Thursday, June 25th.
Timothy was born on February 5, 1966 in Aurora, Colorado to the late Timothy Wood Stimpson and Anthony Leroy and Gloral Waynette Helm. He owned his own electrical business, and was a musician who could play every instrument. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Tim was also a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter -Day Saints.
In addition to his biological father, he is preceded in death by grandmother, Maxine Smith; grandparents, Wayne Allard and Nellie Jane Russell Barwick, and Tony and Ida Aruta Helm.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughter, Candace Annette (Raul) Helm; stepsons, Christian Johnson, Michael Roberts; brothers, Michael Wayne Helm, Todd Stimpson; sisters, Debbie Kay Helm-Licata, Kristine Ann Helm, Heather Stimpson; and granddaughter, Coral Ashlyn Cummard.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Charlotte Jeanene Baxter
Age 53 of Springfield passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. She was born December 11, 1966 in Ft. Oglethorpe, GA to Robert Alvin & Nellie Rosetta Bennett Baxter. She worked as a manager for Cash Express in White House. Charlotte enjoyed working Thomas Kincaid puzzles and watching Disney movies. She spent almost all of her adult life in White House and loved living in White House. She was a strong woman who never allowed anyone to see her weak points.
She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Alvin Baxter and Charles Baxter. She is survived by her daughter, Amanda (Justin) Thomas, White House, TN; brothers, George Baxter, Springfield, TN and Dale Baxter, Trenton, GA; twin sister, Charlene (Randy) Huff, Madison, TN, Beth (Doug) Shortsleeve, Cottontown, TN, Kathy Pace and Teresa (Adam) Pewitt, both of Woodbury, TN; 2 grandchildren, Abigail Thomas and Isabelle Thomas; dozens of nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Memorial service was held Friday, June 19, 2020 at 6pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Doug Thornton officiating. Visitation was held Friday, June 19, 2020 3-6pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Duke Swenter Morgan
Age 84 of White House passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at NHC Sumner in Gallatin. He was born October 13, 1935 in Paducah, KY to Robert Duke & Eloise Swenter Morgan. He worked in sales for Morgan Forrest Products until his retirement and was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. He loved spending time in the outdoors enjoying fishing, hunting and boating.
He is preceded in death by his parents; He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Peggy Morgan; son, Duke G. Morgan, both of White House, TN; daughter, Sara M. (Josh) Shelton, Cottontown, TN; 2 grandchildren, Matthew G. Morgan and Wally C. Shelton.
Graveside service and interment was held Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 11am (CST) in Maplelawn Park Cemetery 1305 N 13th Street Paducah, KY 42001 with Pastor Randy Sakach officiating. Visitation was held for Wednesday, June 17, 2020 5-8pm at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Michael Ewing Sisco
Michael Ewing Sisco, age 64 of Antioch passed away Sunday, June 14 at Centennial Medical Center.
A Memorial Service was held at 5pm, Friday, June 19, 2020 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Darrell Lassiter officiating. The family received friends from 3pm to 5pm at the funeral home prior to the service.
He was born June 16, 1955 in Madison, TN to the late Harold Mitchell Sisco, Sr and Helen Stark Sisco. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Mark Joseph Sisco.
He was a veteran of the US Army and a member of the 101st Airborne Division.
He was employed by YRC Trucking and loved old cars and car shows.
Other than his mother, Helen Stark Sisco he is survived by his wife, Teresa Burt Sisco of Antioch; daughter, Danielle Bentley of MN; brother, Harold Mitchell (Lisa) Sisco of Greenbrier; sister, Cathy (Fred) McCrary of Ashland City and grandsons, Aaron and Michael Bentley.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, Office of Development, 3229 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229-3095.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier, TN
Obituary for Paul Henry Zola
Paul Henry Zola, age 69, was called by his Creator to return home on the 14th of June, 2020, after a surprise diagnosis of a Glioblastoma in February. He fought hard for several months to slow the progress of a very aggressive form of brain cancer. He will lay peacefully with his parents at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Crittenden, NY.
Paul was born on April 19, 1951 to parents Michael and Florence Zola. He is survived by his wife, Arleen (Schoenfeld); brothers, Anthony and Michael (Beth); children, Ashley (W. Taylor Poteat) and Michael; and grandchildren, Caleb, Emily, and Kaylee.
Paul worked for Whiting Door Mfg Corp. in Akron, NY for 41 years, relocating to Hendersonville, TN in 1989 as an Area Manager for the company. He was well respected by his co-workers and customers and took great pride in his work and held a number of offices within the trucking industry trade associations. He was someone who never knew a stranger. He could walk up to anyone and start up a conversation. “I might be able to sell them a door!” he would say.
Paul enjoyed playing golf, was an avid follower of Xavier basketball and Buffalo Bills football, playing trombone in the Akron Community Band, traveling, volunteering at the Our Lady of the Lake Parish, and enjoying the company of friends and family. Paul could bring light to a room with his smile and personality. As Maya Angelou said “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Paul Zola has left his brightness wherever he traveled and likely will keep many who knew him motivated to keep his positive spirit alive by paying it forward to others.
A Memorial Mass followed by a gathering of friends and family will be held at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church, in Hendersonville, TN at a later date due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you would like to receive a notice with service details, please send an email to [email protected] or call Michael Zola at 615-513-8082. Another memorial mass will be held at St. Teresa’s RC Church in Akron, NY followed by a luncheon at a later date due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you would like to receive a notice with service details, please send an email to [email protected] or call Ashley Zola at 571-309-0752.
In lieu of flowers, we ask to please make a donation to the American Brain Tumor Association.
The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service,104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Adam Grant Evans
Age 40 of White House passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born April 9, 1980 in Hendersonville, TN to William Ray & Connie Champion Evans.Adam was a 1998 graduate of White House High School. He worked as a music producer. He loved music of all kinds and was talented at playing several instruments, especially loving his guitar. He attended the BMI School of Music on Music Row and was very knowledgeable about all areas of the music industry. Adam was a funny guy who enjoyed making people laugh. He loved spending time with his family and friends and especially his loyal canine companion, Shadow. He also enjoyed camping, fishing and dove hunting.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Woodrow & Janice Champion; paternal grandparents, Hiram and Mary Helen Evans; father, William Ray Evans. He is survived by his mother, Connie Evans, Cottontown, TN; sister, April (Dr. David) DeBoer, Nashville, TN; niece, Harper Middleton; nephew, Jacob Middleton, both of Nashville, TN; several uncles, aunts and cousins.
Funeral service was held Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 3pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Dr. David DeBoer officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with Jason Middleton, Jacob Middleton, Matthew Robb, William Sekyi, Joel Whitman and Travis Johns serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Monday, June 15, 2020 5-8pm and Tuesday, June 16, 2020 1-3pm at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made here in Adam’s name.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
