In Loving Memory: Obituaries May 31-June 7, 2021
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Sue Ellen Stites
Sue “Ellen” Stites, age 64 of Greenbrier passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at her residence.
A Memorial will be held at 12pm on Friday, June 18, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Bro. Nathan Washburn officiating. The family will receive friends 6pm to 8pm on Thursday, June 17, 2021 and 10am to 12pm on Friday at the funeral home. Inurnment for both Lester and Ellen Stites will follow in the Oakland Cemetery.
She was born in Springfield, TN on May 11, 1957 to the late William Frank Ellis and Sue Nelle Burr Ellis. Other than her father, she was preceded in death by her husband Lester Dean Stites.
She was member of Greenbrier First Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed teaching Bible classes, sewing, needlepoint, knitting, smocking, scrapbooking and journaling.
She is survived by her mother, Sue Nelle Burr Ellis of Greenbrier; daughters, Rachel (Steven) Wilson of Greenbrier, Rebecca (Chad) Clinard of Springfield; son, Jesse (Danielle) Stites of Ellington, CT; brothers, Joe (Tina) Ellis of Mt. Juliet, David (Stacey) Ellis of Springfield; grandchildren, Katie Rae Wilson, Wesley Wilson, Alie Grace Wilson, Nash Clinard, Noah Clinard and Ella Clinard.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 HWY 41 S Greenbrier, TN.
Obituary for Michael Nolan Eubank
Age 77 of Springfield went to his forever, heavenly home on June 7, 2021. He was born August 27, 1943 in Terre Haute, Indiana to Nolan Money and Winifred Rosemary Fear Eubank. Mike was a longtime member of Cherry Mound Baptist Church and felt as if the church congregation was his family. Mike’s love of horses, farming and the outdoors was only surpassed by his love of the Lord. He lived a full life, from being in the U.S. Navy to being a cowboy in Texas. He was a skilled carpenter and had a true love for draft horses and working with them. He was a man of God and did his best to teach others and share the Bible gospel of Jesus Christ to those he met. He leaves behind a legacy of following your dreams, loving your family and giving your all to the Lord.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Sue Woods. He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Charlotte Eubank, Springfield, TN and his 3 children Tiffany (Robert) Boldrey, Oblong, IL Scott (Heather) Eubank, White House, TN and Melissa (Clint) Ingram, Harrison, TN; 4 grandchildren, Chelsea (Mitchell) Nye, Nick Boldrey, Dylan Ingram and Sarah Eubank; 3 great-grandchildren, Peyton Krick, Noami Nye and Lydia Nye.
A Memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 1pm at Cherry Mound Baptist Church with Pastor Greg Young officiating. Inurnment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens with military honors. Visitation with the family is planned for Wednesday, June 16, 2021 11am until the hour of the service at the church.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Willie Hurst
Willie Lathern Hurst, age 88, of Hendersonville, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the Waters of Gallatin. Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 12pm in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with his family officiating.
Visitation will be held at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 4-8pm and again on Thursday from 11am until 11:45am.
Mr. Hurst was born November 23, 1932 in Camp Hill, AL to the late George and Cora Pike Hurst. He was a restaurant manager and member of the Church of Christ. He loved camping and gardening and also garage sales.
In addition to his parents Mr. Hurst is preceded in death by his brothers, Edwin Hurst, Milford Hurst, Junior Hurst and Paul Hurst, and his sister, Essie Hurst.
Mr. Hurst is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Ellen Pollock Hurst; son, Randall (Sheila) Hurst of Springfield; daughter, Jennifer (Jerry) Hayes of Goodlettsville; brother, Don Hurst of Sandy Springs, AR; sisters-in-law, Tina Hurst of LA and Frances Hurst of OK; grandson, Zachary (Julia) Hall of Goodlettsville; and great-grandson, Eli Hall.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Betty Ann Wright Davis
Betty Ann Wright Davis, 90, of Roswell, GA, and formerly of Springfield, passed from this life on Monday June 7, 2021, at the home of her daughter in Roswell. Funeral services will be conducted Friday June 11th at 2:00 p.m. at the South Haven Baptist Church with Dr. Frank Gagliano officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Nall Hensley, Orville Gilley, Kirk Johnson, Paul Stewart, Ryan Seger, and Ben Davis serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Friday from 12 noon until service time at the church.
Mrs. Davis was born August 27, 1930, in Bancroft, WV to the late Clyde William and Neva Tucker Wright. She and her husband were missionaries from 1961 until their retirement with Biblical Ministries Worldwide. She was a member of South Haven Baptist Church. Mrs. Davis was a virtuous woman that loved her Lord, her family, and her church. She dedicated and lived her life to sharing her testimony and the love of God with those she that crossed her path. Mrs. Davis was a fun-loving mother and grandmother, that loved spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Franklin C. Davis, and by her son: Randy Franklin Davis.
Mrs. Davis is survived by her children: David Gennings Davis and wife Jessica of West Virginia, Jonathan Allen Davis and wife Bridgett of Franklin, KY, and Pamela Joan Seger and husband Paul of Roswell, Ga, and by her 9 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Lewis Edgar “Louie” Pendleton
Lewis Edgar “Louie” Pendleton, 79, of Springfield, passed away on Monday June 7, 2021 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday June 9th at 3:00 p.m. in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Michael Smith officiating. Pallbearers will be Tom Cooper, Michael Norman, Tim Norman, Drew Cobb, Paul Beshear, and Jeff Poole. The family will receive friends at the graveside service.
Louie was born May 1, 1942, in Springfield, to the late Lewis Hilliard and Mattie Lou Bennett Pendleton. He was a member of Woodland Street United Methodist Church. Louie had worked at one time for Sunbeam Bread Company but spent most of his working years buying and selling scrap metal. He loved woodworking and made beautiful furniture. Louie was always willing to help others and spent many hours driving his friends to places they needed and wanted to go. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister: Delores Poole and by his nephew: Tony Poole.
Louie is survived by his sisters: Margaret Norman and Jean Cooper both of Springfield, by his brother-in-law: Henry Poole, by 2 nieces and 7 nephews, and by his special friends: Charlie Gutierrez, Patricia Walker, and Michelle Vazquez.
The family request memorial contributions be made to Woodland Street United Methodist Church or to North Springfield Baptist Church. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Joyce Kathryn Simms Woodall
Joyce Kathryn Simms Woodall, 87, of Cedar Hill, passed from this life on Saturday June 5, 2021, at her home.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted Tuesday June 8th at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of Springfield Baptist Church with Brother Martin Babb officiating. A private family graveside service will be conducted on Wednesday June 9th in the Cedar Grove Cemetery in Lebanon with Dr. David Evans officiating. Pallbearers will be Ryan Gardner, Eric Gardner, Mikel Woodall, Austin Woodall, Joshua Woodall, Caleb Woodall, Gerry Sand, David Dean, Jerry Gardner, and Kevin Evetts. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until service time at Springfield Baptist Church.
Mrs. Woodall was born March 23, 1934, in Lebanon to the late Will and Elizabeth Gaither Simms. She graduated from Lebanon High School Class of 1952. In 1954, she married Howard “Woody” Woodall, of whom she was married to for 67 years on this past Friday, June 4th. Together they owned Woodall Farms since 1966. She was very active in the farm operation and managed a vegetable garden as well. In the early 70’s, she operated a greenhouse, where she raised potted geraniums and mums for wholesale. Mrs. Woodall loved to read, sew, and do crafts. She loved her family, and especially her grandchildren that called her “Ma Woody”. She accepted Christ as her Savior during her high school years. Mrs. Woodall was a member of Springfield Baptist Church, where she was very active and served in the church nursery for over 39 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings: Vincent Simms, Julian Simms, Evelyn Carmichael, Lucille Harlan, Beth Lindsley, and Louis Simms, and by her sister-in-law: Linda Woodall Gill. Mrs. Woodall is survived by her husband: Howard “Woody” Woodall of Cedar Hill, by her children: Kathy (Jerry) Gardner of Santa Fe, Anson (Melissa) Woodall of Cedar Hill, Keith (Tish) Woodall of Springfield, by her sister-in-law: Karen Woodall of Bellvue, by her grandsons: Ryan Gardner, Eric Gardner, Mikel Woodall, Austin Woodall, Joshua Woodall, and Caleb Woodall, by her twin great granddaughter’s: Jayda and Brooklyn Gardner, by her great grandson: Ezykiel “Zyk” Woodall, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to her caregivers: Rosemary Graves, Rocio Mason, and Victoria Clary, and to her special friends: Chris Webster, Jean King, and the members of the Serendipity Sunday School Class at Springfield Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Springfield Baptist Church Library or Nursery programs. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Donald H Mummert
Age 85 of White House passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the Residence of Alive Hospice. He was born August 30, 1935 in Chicago, IL to Harold and Mildred Plaszo Mummert. He worked in Security/Logistics for Macy’s before his retirement.
He is preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Jake Rozell. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Sherry Mummert, White House, TN; sons, Donald (Jackie) Mummert, Ashland City, TN, Timothy Mummert, Cookeville, TN and Peter (Tanya) Mummert, Hendersonville, TN; daughter, Janie (Terry) Crumley, Chattanooga, TN; 12 grandchildren, Rhonda Mummert, Lisa Beasom, Rachel Mummert, Jennifer Rozell-Whitaker, Jewel Rozell, Jessica Rozell, Garrett Crumley, Matthew Mummert, Christopher Mummert, Alexis Mummert and Skylar Mummert; 7 great-grandchildren, Arrington Mummert, Aleigha Ellis, Andrew Beasom, Aiden Beasom, Alivia Beasom, Skylar Rozell-Whitaker and Huntleigh Rose Mummert.
Graveside commital service is scheduled for Monday, June 14, 2021 at 1pm in Hillcrest Cemetery Columbarium. There is no visitation planned. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are requested to The Residence of ALive Hospice 1718 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203 or to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Betty Ann Roberts
Betty Ann Roberts, age 76, of Hendersonville, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021. Mrs. Roberts retired from the City of Hendersonville after many years of service. She was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist Church.
Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Shelton and Florence Cauley.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Ronald Roberts; son, Jonathon Roberts; daughter, Tracy (Jerry) Loftis; grandchildren, Brittanee, Sierra and Lilly; great grandchild, Maisie; and a sister, Jackie Scott.
The family will receive friends from 4:00pm until 8:00pm Tuesday, June 8, 2021 and again from 12:00pm until time of service at 1:00pm Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Thomas Lesley “Les” Dorris
Thomas Lesley “Les” Dorris, age 62, of Greenbrier, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Brother Jon Briggs officiating. Burial will follow in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Billy Walker, Eric Roberts, Todd Ballard, Tate Ballard, Kenny Rawls and Danny Crabtree serving as pallbearers. Mr. Jerry Michael Dorris will be an honorary pallbearer.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 10 am until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mr. Dorris was born October 6, 1958 in Nashville to the late Willard and June Lamb Dorris. He worked at Ford Motor Company as a Mechanic, loved attending tractor pulls, and was a member of the Lights Chapel Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents Mr. Dorris is preceded in death by his sister, Pamela Susan Pulley. He is survived by his niece, Jodi (Todd) Ballard of Springfield; great-niece and great-nephew, Tate and Emri; and his dear friend, Mary Jane Bumbalough of Ridgetop.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary For De’lecia “Leelee” Vaughn
De’Lecia TraShall Vaughn entered this earthly life on November 28, 1989 and transitioned to be with the Lord on June 3, 2021. She was known and affectionately called “LeeLee” by many.
De’Lecia was a member of Leota Street Church of God under the late Bishop Boyd Kinzer, now current Pastor, Elder William Birdsong. She sang in the Majestic Choir as a soprano where she was very strong. She was a member of God’s Chosen Ones Mime Team at the church.
De’Lecia graduated from Springfield High School with the class of 2008. She was employed by Robertson County Transportation Department and Bold and Beautiful Diva with Style. Her hobbies were shopping, being with family, and she loved being a great mom.
She was preceded in death by one sister, Jay’Onna Black and grandparents, Barbara (Doyle) Stewart.
De’lecia leaves to cherish her memories: mother and stepdad, Felicia (B. J.) Black, father and stepmom, Derrick (Christy) Patterson; one son, Messiah TraShawn Vaughn, whom she loved dearly; grandparents, Matthew and Linda Vaughn; eleven siblings, Jay’Lecia Black, Jasmine and Briannna Traughber, Deionna, Dayvon, Trevian, and Sinterica Patterson, Tionna Martin, Aaronnia Gardner, Genetria Johnson, Anjalicia Durrett; three uncles, Mathis Vaughn, Reggie (Vanessa) Darden, Derrick (Helena) Hill; two aunts, Rochelle Drake (Pat), Tracy (Greg) Jones; many great aunts and great uncles; many cousins; three devoted cousins, Maurissa Gardner, Tre’ Witherspoon, Ashley White, De’lecia’s god children that she loved and spent a lot of time with, Savannah King, Kemaree Woodard, Zykeria Kinkendoll, Samaria and Samari Hall; devoted friend, Bubba Gardner.
Viewing and Visitation will be Saturday, June 12, 2021, 10 am-1 pm at Church of God Sanctified, Springfield, TN with funeral to follow at 1 pm; Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Garden
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for Elizabeth Marie Caywood
Age 42 of White House passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 at her home. She was born January 30, 1979 in Bellflower, CA to Michael & Marian Williams George. She married Ryan Caywood on December 3, 2000 and they had four beautiful children together, Rebecca, Allison, Zachary and Matthew. Elizabeth was working her way toward becoming a Registered Nurse just before they moved the kids to White House, TN in 2016, with dreams of a better future. She found a job in a hospital with hopes of that being her “foot in the door” for her nursing career. As 2017 began, she was struck with an awful, terminal disease called Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. She made the tough decision to give up her dream of becoming an RN, due to the physical strain it would put on her. She wanted to spend every minute of time she could with her kids. She then found a wonderful job at Skyline Emergency Department as a Unit Secretary and she loved the “family” she worked with. In August 2019, as Elizabeth was looking at the end of her life, she got the gift of more time when she received a double lung transplant. It was an extremely difficult road for her to recover, but she did and she was able to have more time with her kids. Unfortunately, 16 months after her transplant, she developed chronic lung rejection that eventually led to her passing. Elizabeth loved to bake, quilt, work on DIY projects, craft things, and she had an adventurous side to her. Before her diagnosis she had been skydiving twice! But most of, she loved spending time with her kids.
She is preceded in death by her father, Michael George. She is survived by her loving husband of 21 years, Ryan Caywood; their children Rebecca, Allison, Zachary and Matthew, all of White House, TN; mother, Marian George, Carritos, CA; sister, Kim (Robbie) Caywood, Long Beach, CA; “Soul Sister”, Nicole Best, Tustin, CA; extended family and many friends. Graveside service is scheduled for Monday, June 14, 2021 in Hillcrest Cemetery at 11am.
There is no visitation planned. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are encouraged to www.phassociation.org or to www.donatelifetn.org to honor Elizabeth.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Joyce Jean Hummel
Joyce Jean Hummel, age 88, of Hermitage, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021 at Bethany Health and Rehab Center in Nashville. She was an avid cook and baker, and loved to shop and travel, and enjoyed NASCAR. Jean was a devout Richard Petty and Tom Jones fan.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Don Nelson Hummel; and a daughter, Jacqueline Hummel.
Mrs. Hummel is survived by a daughter, Melissa (John) Griffith; grandchildren, Matthew (Sarah) Griffith and Daniel (Taylor) Griffith; great grandchildren, Karena, Lynnette and Pearl Griffith; and a brother, Gary (Joyce) Hicks.
There will be a gathering of family and friends from 6:00pm until 8:00pm Friday, July 2, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 www.nashvillehumane.org or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 www.alz.org
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Arrangements For Bryan D. Wilson “Big Ghost”
Viewing and Visitation Friday, May 28, 2021 1:00pm – 6:00pm at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home 1800 John L Patterson St. Springfield, Tn 37172.
Family Visitation Saturday, May 29, 2021 12:00noon-1:00pm with Funeral to follow at 1:00pm at First Missionary Baptist Church 1204 Cheatham St. Springfield, Tn 37172
Interment: Restlawn Memorial Gardens
Due To Covid-19 Pandemic Mask Are Required To Be Worn.
Service will be live-streamed on W. D. Crowder Funeral Home Facebook Page.
Full obituary to be published soon
Keep The Wilson Family In Your Prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for Dawn Casey Holloway
Age 52 of Cross Plains went home to be with the Lord Saturday, June 5, 2021 at her home. She was born August 16, 1968 in Elgin, Illinois to Emmett Michael & Dorothy Evelyn Sturgis Casey. She worked as a Beauty Consultant for Facial 5 and was a member of United Church in Gallatin, TN. Dawn loved the Lord and valiantly fought to live, battling cancer with such a positive attitude and such bravery. She is loved by so many friends and family and was someone you felt an immediate attraction to when you met her. She is preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Nelon.
She is survived by her loving husband and caregiver, Steven Holloway, Cross Plains, TN; son, Casey Simmons, Hendersonville, TN; daughter, Courtney (Brandon) Hall, Hernando, MS; father, Mike Casey, Mountain Home, AR; brother, Tommy (Connie) Keathley, Marion, AR; sisters, Lori (Terry) Armstrong, Memphis, TN and Kim (David) Peters, Hamburg, AR; two grandchildren, Elouise and Bridger.
Funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Dan Smith officiating. Interment will follow on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR at 12 Noon with Tommy Keathley, Brandon Hall, Kee Helton, Richard Simmons, Cory Mickelson and Frank Long serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family is planned for Tuesday, June 8, 2021 4-9pm and Wednesday, June 9, 2021 11am until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Friends are asked to bring a decorative headband to the visitation or to the service to be donated to cancer patients who lose their hair during chemo treatments.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Maureen Theresa Hefner
Maureen Theresa Hefner, age 68, of Gallatin passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. She loved being with her family especially her sister Beverly. She enjoyed reading scripture and she never met a stranger.
She had a larger than life personality, Maureen was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Bernice Hefner; brothers, Richard and James Hefner. She is survived by her son, Jason Snyder; grandson, Ryan (Taylor) Snyder; great-grandson Bentley Snyder; sister, Beverly Kenyon; brothers, David Hefner, Paul Hefner and Michael Hefner.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Elizabeth Ann Wilson
Elizabeth Ann Wilson, age 93 of Chapmansboro, Tennessee, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021 at Hillcrest Healthcare in Ashland City.
Funeral services were held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 3:00PM on Monday, June 7th with Bro. Gene Parton officiating.
Burial followed at EverRest of Cheatham with H.T. Wilson, Tyler Wilson, Keith Townley, Dalton Townley, Randall Pugh, Andy Wilson, and Maddox Wilson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Randy Fox and the Donnie Eley family.
The family received friends at the funeral home from 2-7PM on Sunday, June 6th, and again on Monday beginning at 1:00PM until the hour of service at 3:00PM.
Mrs. Wilson was born on November 23, 1927 in Chapmansboro, Tennessee to the late D & Annie Shaw Fox. She was a homemaker and loved to work in her garden- especially her Irises. Mrs. Wilson loved her church family, meeting with the seniors group every month, and adored her grandchildren. She was a member of Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church, attended Pleasant View First Baptist Church, and was proud of the accomplishment of 40 plus years of perfect attendance in Sunday School.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, F.E. Wilson; and a brother, Hillard Fox.
She is survived by her son H.T. (Sandy) Wilson; daughter, Sheila (Keith) Townley; grandchildren, Tyler (Haley) Wilson, Taite (Brent) Neal, Dalton Townley; and great-grandchildren, Maddox Wilson, Avery Wilson, Olivia Neal, and Adeline Neal.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the choice of one’s favorite charity.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Thomas Brennan
Thomas Hay Brennan, age 86 of Leesburg, Florida passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Saturday, June 12th with his son, Michael Brennan officiating. Burial will follow with military honors in the Good Springs Cemetery in Pleasant View with Bronson Brennan, Randell Bracey, Jim Holt, and Shawn Mackereth serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mr. Brennan was born on June 27, 1934 in Towanda, Pennsylvania to the late Robert and Elizabeth Hay Brennan. He retired after 32 years as a proud United States Navy veteran, having fought in the Vietnam War. He also served during the Gulf War and also received the Purple Heart award. Mr. Brennan was of the Free Will Baptist faith.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Brennan; brother, Bobby Brennan; and sister, Peggy Hochburg.
Survivors include his son, Michael (Monica) Brennan; daughters, Karen VanAmburg, Nancy Piepenburg, and Terri (Randell) Bracey; sisters, Carol Sue (Jim) King & Susan (Al) Decker; thirteen grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to either the Wounded Warriors, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516, or Fellowship of Christian & Jews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Wesley Andrew Kilgore
Wesley Andrew Kilgore (36), beloved father, son, and brother, passed away suddenly in a tragic car accident on June 2, 2021. Wesley (Wes) was born on August 14, 1984 to Alfred Allen and Judy Frances Kilgore (Jones) in Nashville, TN. He was a resident of Greenbrier, TN and was a Greenbrier High School 2003 graduate.
After high school, Wes earned a specialized Auto Body Repair & Design Degree from Tennessee Technological Center where he graduated in the top five percent of his class as well as a Commercial Art degree from Nossi College of Art. Wes was a gifted artist with a unique perspective. His talents extended across many forms of art including painting, sketching, graphic design, web and video as well as auto body detailing. He also wrote, recorded and performed his own music.
Wes went on to become a commissioned artist who showed his paintings at Nashville’s Downtown Art Crawl and whose clients included Graham Entertainment, Vestavia Hills High School and multiple independent music artists. Wes was a 2006 Oracle Award Winner and also served as the concept artist for the 15th Annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival. His designs appeared locally, regionally and nationally, across all brand collateral and promotion for the festival.
Wes felt that his greatest achievement; however, was his little girl Audrey who he loved more than anything else in this world. He will be remembered as a doting, nurturing and proud father and as a genuine and honest person who was fiercely protective of the people he cared about. He’ll be remembered for his tender heart, his love of animals, his awesome dance moves, his wit, his wicked sense of humor, his mischievous smile and his many loveable eccentricities.
Wes will also be remembered for his act of bravery in the final moments of his life, when he selflessly reached over and shielded his daughter from the impact of the collision that ultimately took his life.
Wes is survived by his daughter Audrey (Greenbrier, TN), mother Judy Kilgore (Greenbrier, TN), sister Natalie Kilgore (Nashville, TN) as well as his aunts, cousins and many true friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Alfred Kilgore (Greenbrier, TN).
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 7 from 4 pm – 8 pm at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield, TN. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 8 at 11 am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home Springfield with Rev. David Evans officiating. The family will receive visitors prior to the funeral from 9 am to 11 am that day. Burial will follow in the Robertson County Memorial Gardens with some of Wesley’s closest friends serving as pallbearers immediately after the service.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 509 Walnut St. Springfield, TN is in charge of these arrangements.
(Updated) LAST WEEKS OBITUARIES
Obituary for Harold Dean “Buster” Cantrell
Harold Dean “Buster” Cantrell, age 53 of Springfield, Tennessee, died Saturday May 29th 2021 at North Crest Health in Springfield.
His remains were cremated and a private family service was held.
Buster was born February 8, 1968, in Hendersonville, TN to the late Harold Lloyd Cantrell and Evelyn Settle Cantrell. His brothers, Kenneth Lloyd Cantrell and James Harrison Cantrell also preceded him in death. Buster was a building framer by trade and his sisters said he loved woodworking and especially loved anything that moved fast.
Surviving him are his sister’s and brother’s-in-law, Rhonda “Sally” Savley and Rob of Bowling Green, KY and Wanda Pyle and Bruce of Lexington, KY and many nieces and nephews.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Susie Pearson Williams
Susie Pearson Williams, 82, of Springfield, passed from this life on Thursday May 27, 2021 at Morningside of Springfield.
Graveside services were conducted Sunday May 30, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. in the Williams Chapel Cemetery with Brother Keith Wilson officiating. Pallbearers were Corey Williams, Kenneth Spivey, Carter Spivey, Joe Williams, Bryant Hallman, Jimmy Sanders, and J.L. Pearson. The family received friends following the graveside service on Sunday in the Williams Chapel Cemetery.
Mrs. Williams was born January 10, 1939 in Springfield to the late Herman and Clara Belle Aldridge Pearson. She was a homemaker and a member of Williams Chapel Baptist Church. Mrs. Williams loved sewing and gardening. Her favorite pastime was cooking, and everyone enjoyed her homemade biscuits and her chocolate pies. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son: Terry Lynn Williams, and by her siblings: Lee Allen Pearson, Jackie Pearson, and Jo Dean Honeycutt.
Mrs. Williams is survived by her husband of 65 years, Thomas Moore Williams of Springfield, by her son and daughter-in-law: Larry and Nancy Williams of Springfield, by her sister and brother-in-law: Glenda and Joe Williams of Springfield, by her grandchildren: Amanda (Kenneth) Spivey and Corey Williams, and by her 5 great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions can be made to the Williams Chapel Baptist Church building and grounds fund or to the Youth fund.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Jennifer Jo Johnson
Jennifer Jo Johnson, age 49 of Springfield, Tennessee died Tuesday May 25, 2021 at her home.
Funeral services were held at 5 pm on Thursday May 27, 2021 in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Smith officiating. Her remains were cremated after the service. The family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 1 pm till the hour of service at 5 pm.
Jennifer was born November 11, 1971 in Springfield to Shirley Pewitt Burns Adcock and the late Joe Thomas Burns. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Larry Joe Burns and sister, JoAnn Burns. She worked as a caregiver. Jennifer loved her family, especially her grandchildren and had a special fondness for animals.
She is survived by her mother, Shirley Burns Adcock of Springfield; son, Michael (Mandy Jackson) Johnson of Lewisburg, KY; daughter’s, Cassondra Norris of Lewisburg, KY, and Jessica Johnson of Springfield; sister, Melissa Drake of Cottontown, TN and grandchildren, Aydan Jones, Haley Norris, Thomas Burns and one on the way.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Jimmie Seabolt
Jimmie Seabolt, 66, of Gallatin, passed away on Monday May 24, 2021 at his home.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday May 29th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor William Sloan officiating. Honorary pallbearers were Dakota Smith, Caleb Smith, Jonathan Beretta, Jeremy Seabolt, Chris Seabolt, Brandon Clinard, Matthew Seabolt, Ronald Seabolt, Ricky Seabolt, and Randy Seabolt. The family received friends on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Jimmie was born May 22, 1955 in Sparta, TN to the late Marvin and Vinnie Howell Seabolt. He was a graduate of East Robertson High School Class of 1973 and was of the Baptist faith. Jimmie worked many years at Unarco in Springfield. He enjoyed woodworking, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son: Jimmie Seabolt, Jr., by his stepson: Jacob Beretta, and by his siblings: Betty Jean Donelson, Bobby, Harold, and J.D. Seabolt.
Jimmie is survived by his wife: Karen Pharris Seabolt of Gallatin, by his daughter: Brandie Olinger of Adairville, KY, by his stepson: Jonathan Beretta of Gallatin, by his brothers: Ron (Bethany) Seabolt and Ralph (Linda) Seabolt all of Cross Plains, by his sister: Darlene (Wayne) Clinard of Springfield, and by his grandchildren: Caleb and Dakota Smith.
If so desired, the family request memorial contributions be made to the Burn Unit at Vanderbilt Medical Center in memory of Jimmie Seabolt and his stepson: Jacob Beretta. They were both in a house fire in 2009 and Jacob passed away from his injuries.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Wayne Charles Shick
Wayne Charles Shick, age 70, of Hendersonville, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021 at TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center. Wayne was a Christian, musician, music teacher, Civil War buff, a U.S. Army veteran, and enjoyed politics. He was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.
Wayne was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Shick; and a brother, Donald Shick.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Laurie Shick; sons, Troy Shick, Adam (Stefanie) Shick, Austin Price, and Jesse Price; a daughter, Tracy Shick; 9 grandchildren, Lynnzie, Alicia, Anita, Alexandra, Carmen, Adriana, Xavier, Zack, and Josh; 2 great grandchildren, Roman and Malina; his mother, Maxine Evans Shick; and brothers, Raymond, Wendell and Glenn Shick.
The family received friends from 9:00am until time of the Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 11:00am on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Hendersonville.
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Richard Dewayne Meadows
Richard Dewayne Meadows, age 78, of Hendersonville passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Abner and Josephine Meadows; and his grandma Sarah.
Richard is survived by his wife of 46 years, Julia Ann Craft; sons, Jason (Lori) Meadows and R.J. (Dr. Renee) Meadows; daughter, Niki Meadows; grandchildren, Jaxson Blake Meadows and Harper June Meadows; brother, Robert Meadows; and a dear cousin, Melody VanDoren.
There are no services scheduled for Mr. Meadows at this time. There will be a memorial service scheduled at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s name to the Beech High School Football Booster’s Club.
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for John Hardin
John William Hardin, age 35, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021 at his home.
Funeral services were held Monday, June 7, 2021 at 12pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield. Burial followed in the Highland Memory Gardens in Mt. Washington, KY with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Monday from 9am until the hour of service at 12pm.
Mr. Hardin was born February 18, 1986 in Springfield to Mr. Billy Joe Hardin of Springfield and the late Mrs. Reba Fernette Calvert Hardin. He worked as a carpenter and was a mechanic. He loved being outside and enjoyed his four wheelers and dirt bikes.
In addition to his mother Mr. Hardin is preceded in death by his brother, Charles Adam Hardin. In addition to his father he is survived by his fiancé, Casie Hopkins of Springfield; children, Haylee Hardin, Kaylee Hardin, Kinsley Hardin, Skylar Hopkins, Brooke Hopkins, Kaylee Hopkins and Kayleigh Ayers, all of Springfield; sister, Rebecca May Hester of Springfield; and nieces and nephews, Austin Hester, Aubrey Hester, Paisley Hester and Colby Hester.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 509 Walnut St. Springfield, TN is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Gary Hale
Gary Dean Hale, age 76 of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at his son’s home in Pleasant View.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Sunday, May 30th with Bro. David Royalty and Gordon Beasley officiating. Burial followed in Bethlehem Cemetery in Ashland City with John Hale, John Jacoway, Joey Jordan, Jimmy McCool, Matthew Ward, Jeff Hinkle, Roger Nesbitt, and Jamie Fearns serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 4-8PM and again on Sunday from 12:00PM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mr. Hale was born on September 24, 1944 in Ashland City, Tennessee to the late Robert & Lois Choate Hale. He was retired after 40 years as a lab specialist. He loved to go boating, skiing, camping, and enjoyed woodworking. Gary loved to go watch his grandson play ball. He was a Christian.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Lora Hale; son, Brian Daniels; and daughter, Joy Perry.
Survivors include his son, Robert “Dino” (Kim) Hale; daughters, Pattie (Paul) Dean and Debbie (Johnny) Schmittou; sister, Pattie Sue (Larry) Bess; grandchildren, John & Eli Hale, Heather Welch, Michael Mai, Jaima Cross, Jordan & Jon Schmittou; six great-grandchildren; nephew, Jimmy McCool; and his beloved fur baby, Toodles.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Cheatham County Animal Control, 2747 Sams Creek Rd, Pegram, Tn. 37143.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Corrina Vincent
Corrina Lee Vincent, age 44, of Springfield, passed away Monday, May 24, 2021 at Hendersonville Medical Center.
A Memorial Service was held Sunday, June 6, 2021 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Rodney Dill officiating.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Sunday from 10am until the hour of service at 2pm.
Ms. Vincent was born December 29, 1976 in Nashville, TN to the late Gerald Nolan and Linda Stewart. She was a homemaker and also worked at Electrolux. She enjoyed shopping, watching crime shows and ghost shows but especially loved hanging out with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents Ms. Vincent is preceded in death by her grandson, Malcolm Grai Craig and her step-father, Sammy Ray Pewett. She is survived by her daughters, Lindsey Vincent of Joelton and Celsey Vincent of Pleasant View; sisters, Jessica (Melvin) Kimple of Springfield, Angela (Chris) Williams of Kingsport and step-sister, Amy (Joe) Parsons of Camden; step-mother, Peggy Nolan of Greenbrier; aunt, Vickey (Russell) Dill of Chattanoog; and grandchild, Adalynn Rae Croom. Ms. Vincent is also survived by a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Jessica Kimple to assist the family with expenses.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 509 Walnut St. Springfield, TN is in charge of these arrangements.
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