In Loving Memory: Obituaries March 21-27, 2022
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Lizzie Mae Neblett
Lizzie Mae Neblett, age 73 of Cedar Hill, departed this life on March 26, 2022 at NorthCrest Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Neblett, and her mother, Roberta Wright.
She was born March 7, 1949 in Cedar Hill. She professed her love and committed her life to Christ at an early age.
Lizzie Mae worked as a housekeeper and homemaker in her early years. When she wasn’t alongside her husband, she was dedicating her time caring for her home, children, and others. She spent many days cooking meals, gardening flowers, canning fresh vegetables, and welcoming strangers and loved ones into her home.
She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and enjoyed a good cup of chili, morning coffee, and ghost adventures on television.
She leaves to cherish her memory four sons, Gerald (Christina) Neblett of Cedar Hill, James (Sharon) Neblett of Adams, Troy (Kelly) Neblett of Springfield, and Stacy Neblett of Cedar Hill; as well as a daughter and caregiver, Erica (Tim) Neblett of Cedar Hill.
She’s preceded in death by three siblings, James Ray Wright, Michael Wright, and Harry Shannon. Of her remaining siblings, she has Robert (Wendy) Wright of Springfield, Delores (Jessie) McFadden of Rochester, NY, Clifford (Rochelle) Wright of Springfield, and Sylvia Wright of Springfield.
Special family to note, whom she spent most of her childhood and adulthood with include Willie Roy Wright, Brenda Wright, and Junior (Monaei) Wright. She had a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. She was loved and will be missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, April 4, 2022 at 1:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Ricky Summers officiating and Reverend Harold Carter delivering the eulogy. Burial will follow in Benevolent Lodge Cemetery in Port Royal. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 11:00 AM until the hour of service.
We, the family of Lizzie Neblett, express sincere thanks and gratitude for all the calls, food, and condolences.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Wanda Baker Shoulders
Wanda Baker Shoulders, 62, of Goodlettsville, passed from this life on Friday March 25, 2022, at the Sarah Cannon Cancer Center at Centennial Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted Friday April 1st at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Scott Dunn officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Kenneth Bottorff, Blake Burton, Dan Opthof, Chris Adkins, Nathan Arnold, and Coty Tobitt serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Wanda was born April 4, 1959, in Springfield. She worked as an inspector in the cleaning and laundry business and was of the Baptist faith. Wanda loved going to yard sales, playing bingo, gardening, go to the Casino, listening to country music, and working puzzles. She was preceded in by her father: Fred L. Baker, by her mother: Juanita Brooksher Kennedy, and by her husband: Ralph Lee Shoulders.
Wanda is survived by her daughters: Michelle (Paul Jenkins) Burton of Greenbrier, Kelly Brown of Goodlettsville, Amanda (Daniel) Opthof of Greenbrier, by her grandchildren: Krista Burton, Mattie Burton, Paul Jenkins, Jr., Braylin Harlan, Austin Owen, Cassidy Owen, Tyler Opthof, Allison Opthof, Derek Opthof, and Christian Opthof, by her great grandchild: Danny Opthof, by her brother: Dwayne (Jackie) Baker of Pleasant View, and by her sisters: Mary Jo (Chris Adkins) Watson of Portland, and Janice Wilkins of Dover.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Ayden Riley Gourley
Age 8 days went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. He was born March 18, 2022 to Ryan Gourley and Casandra Draper in Nashville, TN. Ayden enjoyed being rocked and didn’t like having his feet touched.
He is survived by his loving parents, Ryan Gourley and Cassandra Draper;; brother, Liam Gourley, all of Springfield, TN; maternal granparents, Raymond (Shasta) Draper, Springfield, TN and Sandy (Steve) Tomarchio, White House, TN; paternal grandparents, Jeremy (Nicole) Gourley, Springfield, TN and Karla Gourley, Greenbrier, TN.
Funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Bill Petty officiating. Interment will follow in Cawthon Cemetery on Highway 76 in White House.. Visitation is planned for Wednesday, March 30, 2022 11am until the hour of the service at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Mary K Hogan
Age 85 of Hendersonville, formerly of White House, passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 at Hendersonville Medical Center. She was born January 11, 1937 to Larry & Velma Adams Knoph. She worked as a registered nurse and had served as the Director of Nursing for Hendersonville Medical Center. She loved the color yellow, baking, quilting, flower gardening, scrapbooking and traveling.
She is preceded in death by her parents; infant brother, Glen. She is survived by her son, Jeff (Michelle) Hogan, Cottontown, TN; brother, John Knoph, Columbia, SC; 2 grandchildren, Brittany (David) Hogan and Rachel (Timothy) Clough; 3 great-grandchildren, Caden Williams, Olivia Louise Clough and Finnick Felton Clough; 3 step-great grandchildren, Gracie Mapes, Shelbie Mapes and Hailie Mapes.
A Celebration of Life Memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday evening, April 5, 2022 at 7pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Visitation with the family will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2022 4-7pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Barbara Jane Harris
Barbara Jane Harris, age 84, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at NHC Springfield surrounded by many of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 2 pm at Eastland Heights Baptist Church with her Pastor, James Shoulders, officiating.
Mrs. Harris was born November 10, 1937 in Springfield, TN, to the late Simon Durham and Thelma Stack. Barbara raised four children, mostly in Honduras, Central America, where she fostered a fun spirit of adventure in all of her children. She was always filled with amazing stories and ready to entertain her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her special and precious daughter, Jane, was the centerpiece of her life. Barbara especially loved her church, its members along with singing in the choir. Growing flowers, tomatoes, watching the squirrels and birds in her yard brought her a lot of joy.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Harris is preceded in death by her former husband Hugh Thomas (Bo) Harris. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Lillian Harris; daughter and son-in-law, Hope and Pete Fisher; son and daughter-in-law, David and Pam Harris and her daughter, Jane Harris; grandchildren, Dina (Clay), Sean (Jessica), Brenda, Chris (Morgan), Ethan (Amber), Olivia and Thomas; and great-grandchildren, Aubrey, Harlan, Thomas, Ella and Amelia.
Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the caring staff at NHC Springfield and Caris Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you please consider a donation to the Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee, Brightstone or the Alzheimer’s Association.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for David Anthony Odom
David Anthony Odom “Ebony Prince” was born September 1, 1963 to the late Mr. & Mrs. Willie Odom, Jr. of White House, Tennessee. On March 12, 2022 he was called home to be at rest.
He accepted Christ at a young age at Howard Chapel Missionary Baptist Church under the Pastorship of the late Robert McCullough. He was an active member of the Usher Board and sung in the Male Chorus.
David was educated in the Robertson County School System, where he played sports. He worked as a Brick Mason for many years at R.D. Williams Construction and other forms of employment until he became disabled. He was a hard worker and was always willing to help whether he knew you or not.
Anthony was the type of person who would give you the shirt off his back. He loved a good challenge, especially sports. His love for the Lord, his family and mankind is forever recorded on social media platforms for the world to see.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Willie and Nancy Odom, Jr.; one brother, Deon Odom; one son, Peter K. Williams; one grandson, Malikia Foster.
He leaves to cherish his memories: a loving and devoted wife of three years, Wilma Jean Odom; four sons, Terry Williams of Franklin, KY, Joshua D. Dowlen of Murfreesboro, TN, Anthony R. Dowlen Sr., and David Foster Sr. both of Nashville, TN; three daughters, Tara Rochelle Thomas of NC, Valerie N. Foster and Latonya Lee both of Nashville, TN; three brothers, Darrow Odom (Annette), Donnie Odom (Denise) and; Anthony Davis (Turkessia); two sisters, Donna R. Drain (Jeffery) of Indianapolis, IN and Valerie Street (Michael); twenty -one grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; sister -in -law, Joanne (Lloyd); other family and friends.
Viewing, Visitation and Funeral was Thursday, March 17, 2022 at Howards Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Robert Bell, Officiant and Pastor Joseph Washington, Eulogy; Interment was in Bigbee Chapel Cemetery.
W. D. Crowder Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Ramonia Carney
Ramonia “Ray” Carney was born October 9, 1937 to the late Ada Bell Woodson and the late Fred Walker. Her earthly life ended on March 23, 2022. She is now resting with Jesus.
Ray professed her hope in Christ and was a member of St. John Methodist Church. She was educated in Robertson County School System. She worked at the Tobacco Supply for several year later and retiring from Hail and Cotton.
She loved her family unconditionally. In her past time, she enjoyed baking, decorating for the holiday especially, Christmas, going to yard sales, shopping and a was a true fashionista.
Ray is preceded in her death by her companion, Charlie Myles; two daughters, Janis and Pamela Walker; son, Curtis Walker; three sisters, Marjorie, Betsy Jean, Dorothy; brother, Fred Jr.; nephew, Lonnie Woodson; two grandchildren, Dominique and Quinton Walker.
Ray leaves to cherish her memories: three daughters, Deborah (Ralph) Boyd, Latoya Carney, Deresha Patterson; son, Richard Lee Carney; daughter -in -law, Barbara Walker; one brother -in -law, Willie Mason; seventeen grand – children, Quincy, Nicole, Katina, Kenyada, Adrian, Terrell, Zoey, Latronda, Darion, Desiree, Bianca, Jeffrey, Kennetha, Kenneth, Kesha, Desmon, DeTreona; twenty great grandchildren; ten great -great grandchildren; one niece, Rosalyn Nobbin and one nephew, Christopher Mason; numerous great nieces and nephews, cousins, and a special friend, Lois Miles, other family and friends.
Ramonia viewing, visitation and funeral service was Tuesday, March 28, 2022 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with Pastor Marie C. King, Officiant and Reverend George R. Clemons, Eulogy; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
W. D. Crowder Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Shearon A. Kehl
Shearon A. Kehl, 77 of Indianapolis, passed away on March 16, 2022. Shearon was born on September 2, 1944, in Robertson County, TN to the late Samuel and Kathreen Jones. She was a 1962 graduate of Coopertown High School. From 1975 to 1977 she worked as an inventory clerk, 1975 to 1992 she worked as a distribution services supervisor both for Quaker Oats, and from 1992 until she retired, she worked as a payroll clerk at PFS (PepsiCo- Food Service).
Shearon enjoyed spending time with her family & granddaughters, spending time and having dinner with her good friend Bill, going to Goodwill with and helping her friend Pat with her church community closet, being involved in her community, gardening, and visiting with her adopted family, Roberto, Hestia, and their kids who called her grandma.
Shearon is survived by her daughters, Melody A. Woody, Stacey (Kevin) L. Toler; her granddaughters, Victoria L. and Vivian L. Toler; her granddogs, Buck and Remington Toler; her sister, Peggy Sue Calvert; and her brother, Robert (Katrina) E. Jones. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Sonya Kehl, father Samuel Jones, mother Kathreen Jones, husband Marion R. Kehl, and brother-in-law Harold Calvert.
Visitation was held from 10am-1pm on Friday, March 25, 2022, at Indiana Funeral Care, Greenwood Chapel. Funeral service was at 1pm. Burial followed at Washington Park East Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Indiana Funeral Care
Obituary for Donna Raye West Cherry
Donna Raye West Cherry, 58, of Springfield, passed from this life on Thursday March 24, 2022, at TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday April 2nd at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Saturday April 2nd from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Donna was born September 23, 1963, in Springfield to the late Roy “Dick” and Edna Faye Brown West. She was the Infant Department Manager at Springfield Walmart and was of the Baptist faith. Donna loved her job and her work family. She was very dedicated to both Wal Mart and the customers that she served while working there. She enjoyed being outside with the birds, and especially feeding the hummingbirds. Donna had a great love for windchimes, Harley motorcycles, horror movies, crime investigation shows, riding horses, and listening to her husband play his guitar or his drums. The main two highlights of Donna’s life were her grandchildren, and then her dogs: Max and Annie.
Donna is survived by her husband of 32 years: Edward Cherry of Springfield, by her sons and daughters-in-law: Cody and Melissa Kirby of Crossville, Corey and Alyssa Cherry of Clarksville, by her daughters and son-in-law: Cassie and Jady Groves of Greenbrier, Cindy Cherry of Crossville, and Kelsey Kirby of Crossville, by her grandchildren: Caden, Adeline, Damien, Carson, Evan, Ramey, Lilah, Zane, Jackson, and Owen, by her brothers and sister-in-law: Richard and Elaine West of Springfield, Roger and Kim West of Springfield, and by her sister and brother-in-law: Sandy and Joe Groves of Springfield.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Debbie Mott Brickles
Debbie Mott Brickles, age 68 of Orlinda, passed from this life on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at St. Thomas Mid-Town Hospital.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Terry McCormick officiating. Burial will follow in White House Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 4 until 8 PM and Tuesday from 12 noon until the hour of service.
Debbie was born July 27, 1953 in Springfield to the late Robert Floyd and Pauline Jones Mott. She was a member of Orlinda Church of Christ and was retired from Tennessee Bankers Association where she was a Senior Vice President over Education. She was a member of the East Robertson High School graduation class of 1971. She loved the church, the beach, and her family, especially her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Mac Mott.
Mrs. Brickles is survived by her husband, Alfred Brickles of Orlinda; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Cara Brickles of Goodlettsville; daughter and son-in-law, Shannon and Todd Patterson of Orlinda; brother and sister-in-law Curt and Nancy Mott, Sr. of Orlinda; sister Bobbie Daniels of Cross Plains; and grandchildren, Bryson, Olivia, Ellie, Sadie, and Jack Brickles and Kamry and Price Patterson.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to Orlinda Church of Christ. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for James Earl Freeland
James Earl Freeland, 85, of Cross Plains, passed from this life on Wednesday March 23, 2022 at Sarah Cannon Cancer Center.
Funeral Services will be conducted Monday, March 28th at 1:00 PM at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church with Pastor Russ Noss officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Kevin Clinard, Kenny Swann, Joe Swann, Wayne Leding, Samuel Osborne, and Brock Freeland serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home and Monday from 11 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Cross Plains.
Mr. Freeland was born on December 13, 1936 in Cross Plains, Tn. to the late Jewell Henry Freeland and Agnes Murrah Freeland. He was a graduate of Cross Plains High School Class of 1954, a retired tool and die quality control inspector with Goddard/Goddard and Carmel and was a lifelong member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Cross Plains where he was deacon emeritus. He was also a farmer who excelled at raising pumpkins. He really enjoyed meeting and talking with people while selling pumpkins at Freeland Farm in Cross Plains. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Mr. Freeland served throughout the years with a servant’s heart in multiple Bible centered ministries that include Royal Ambassadors, Sunday School, Prayer Groups, Stone Soup, deacon ministry, homebound visitations, and community outreach sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Martha Sue Traughber Freeland of whom he was married almost 60 years, his son: James Brian Freeland, his brother Richard Murrah Freeland and sisters: Martha Freeland Hackney and Nancy Jean Freeland and granddaughter: Gabrielle Freeland.
Mr. Freeland is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law: Stephen and Tina Freeland of Orlinda, Brent and Sabrina Freeland of Farragut, Tn, Debbie Freeland of Burlington, KY, by his grandchildren: Hannah, Brock, Corinne, Emma, Jessica, and Olivia Freeland, Elijah and Olivia Stewart.
If so desired, in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church’s Stone Soup Ministry and may be sent ℅ Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Mary K Hogan
Age 85 of Hendersonville, formerly of White House, passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 at Hendersonville Medical Center. She was born January 11, 1937 to Larry & Velma Adams Knoph. She worked as a registered nurse and had served as the Director of Nursing for Hendersonville Medical Center. She loved the color yellow, baking, quilting, flower gardening, scrapbooking and traveling.
She is preceded in death by her parents; infant brother, Glen. She is survived by her son, Jeff (Michelle) Hogan, Cottontown, TN; brother, John Knoph, Columbia, SC; 2 grandchildren, Brittany (David) Hogan and Rachel (Timothy) Clough; 3 great-grandchildren, Caden Williams, Olivia Louise Clough and Finnick Selton Clough.
A Celebration of Life Memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday evening, April 5, 2022 at 7pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Visitation with the family will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2022 4-7pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for William “Billy” Michael Peterson Jr.
William “Billy” Michael Peterson, Jr, age 32 of Adams, TN passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022 at his residence.
A Memorial visitation will be 11am to 3pm on Tuesday, March 29th at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier. His remains will be cremated.
Billy was born October 19, 1989 in Nashville, TN to the late William Michael (Sr) and Brenda Ward Peterson.
He was a laborer at Nystar, Inc. in Clarksville, TN. He was always known as being a hardworking man. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, kayaking, hiking and pretty much anything outdoors. He also enjoyed reading, especially James Patterson books.
He is survived by his son, Jace Michael Peterson; fiance’, Leandra Brook Newman; sister, amber (Thomas) Patterson.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier, TN.
(Updated) Obituaries March 14-21, 2022
Obituary for Miguel Diaz-Barriga
Miguel Diaz-Barriga, 85 years of age, was a resident of Springfield, TN at the time of his death on Monday, March 21, 2022. Miguel passed away after a hard-fought battle with Alzheimer’s disease while in the able care of NHC HealthCare Springfield.
Miguel was born in Mexico, in the state of Michoacan on March 12, 1937, to Miguel Diaz-Barriga, Sr. and Maria Teresa Huato Diaz-Barriga. Miguel grew up with three siblings, an older sister and younger sister and brother, and spent much time on the family’s ranch where he enjoyed hunting and horseback riding.
While a university student in Mexico City, Miguel vacationed in Chicago, IL where he met and fell in love with Dolores. Miguel and Dolores celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in December 2019, with a party attended by friends and family. Upon Miguel’s passing his devoted wife of 62 years was at his bedside.
Miguel and Dolores started a family in Chicago where they lived until 1976, when Miguel’s employer, Hall Printing, built a plant in Corinth, MS. Miguel and Dolores moved their family to Corinth, where Miguel remained in the printing industry until he retired in 1998.
Soon after Miguel retired, he and Dolores relocated to Springfield, TN to be near the bulk of their grandchildren. Miguel left Corinth with an abundance of appreciation and fond memories. Miguel was a fantastic grandparent giving generously of his time, resources, and love to his grandchildren–those who lived nearby and those who he saw far less than he would have liked. While Miguel’s love for his children was without question, his adoration of his grandchildren was borderline ridiculous—and his grandchildren and their parents remain extremely grateful.
While in Springfield, Miguel became active in the community, especially at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, where he and Dolores attended regularly. Miguel, an immigrant himself, who proudly became a Naturalized United States Citizen, was a leader in the Hispanic community in Springfield, where he worked diligently to assist Hispanic families. Miguel was very grateful to those he worked with that welcomed good hardworking people with open and caring hearts.
Miguel is survived by his wife, Dolores, of Springfield, TN; his children Miguel, III (Margaret) of Richmond, VA, Lisa, of Manchester, TN, David (Caroline), of Madison, TN, Herman Christy), of Springfield, TN, Chris, of Nashville, TN, and James (Amy), of Franklin, TN; his grandchildren Gabriel, Brady, Brendan, Isabel, Nadia, Lizzie, Dean, Gabriella, Noah, and Max; and his sisters Maria Elena and Graciela.
Miguel is predeceased by his parents, Miguel and Maria Teresa; his brother, Pedro; and his grandson, Nathaniel.
Visitation for Miguel Diaz-Barriga was Thursday March 24th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00p.m., with a Rosary service at 7 p.m., at the Robertson County Funeral Home. Funeral Mass was celebrated at 2 p.m. on Friday March 25th at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, with Father Anthony Lopez as Celebrant. Burial followed in the Elmwood Cemetery with his sons and grandson, Gabriel, serving as pallbearers.
Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Springfield TN, in lieu of flowers, and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Patsy Meadows
Patricia Gayle Meadows “Patsy”, age 74 of Springfield, Tennessee, died Sunday, March 20, 2022 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Friday, March 25th, with Bro. Gerald Prior officiating. Burial followed in Bellwood Cemetery with Brandon Payne, Sr., Malcom Meadows, Brandon Payne, Jr., Jason Bilbrey, Jordan Payne and Jonathan Payne serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Jacob Bilbrey, Clayton Payne, Ethan Walker, JayBo Bilbrey, and Jay Walker.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday, March 24th from 2:00PM until 8:00PM and again on Friday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mrs. Meadows was born on October 25, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Malcolm & Lena Jones Morris. She was a homemaker and a national horse judge. She dearly loved her family and her Jesus and was a minister to all. She was a member of New Life Community Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. Meadows, Sr.; son, Ralph W. Meadows, Jr.; and siblings, Anne Morris, Randy Morris, and David Morris.
Survivors include her daughter, Marilyn Meadows; daughter-in-law, Renee Meadows; brother, Wayne (Margaret) Morris; grandchildren, Brandon Payne, Sr., Brandy (JayBo) Bilbrey, Lacey Dawn (Jay) Walker, and Malcom (Meghan) Meadows; great-grandchildren, Tristan Payne, Brandon Payne, Jason Bilbrey, Jordan Payne, Jonathan Payne, Jacob Bilbrey, Clayton Payne, Ethan Walker, and Ava Raine Walker; and great-great grandchildren, Kensley Payne, Cora Payne, and soon to be Lovie Mai Meadows.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Go Ministries, 3671 Apache Trail, Springfield, Tennessee 37172
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Stanley Bryan Smith
December 27, 1949 – February 27, 2022
Stanley Bryan Smith, 72, passed away February 27, 2022. He was a McMinnville, TN resident, and a past resident of Rockvale, TN and Springfield, TN. He was born in Ironton, MO, on December 27, 1949.
A retired engineer at Kuehne and Nagel, he was the son of the late Cecil Dale and Iona Mae Murray Smith, and younger brother to the late Jerry Smith and Kay Walker. In addition, he was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Deborah Seaton Smith.
Mr. Smith is survived by eight children, Ted Smith of Murfreesboro, TN, Andrea (husband Thomas) Bauer of Round Hill, VA, Vanessa Smith Neal of McMinnville, TN, Audrey Smith of Murfreesboro, TN, Suzanne (husband Craig) Harris of Murfreesboro, TN, Julie (husband Gary) Proctor of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, Joey (wife Lesley) Haun of Christiana, TN, Scott (wife Holly) Haun of Murfreesboro, TN and a very proud Poppy to seventeen grandchildren.
Stan was passionate about his faith in God, love of music and simply said, a master at “collecting things”. His giving and loving heart left a beacon of light for all those who knew him. His home was always open, his heart was always full of love and his jokes and quick wit never failed him.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00pm, May 7, 2022, at Corner Stone Free Will Baptist Church, 3071 Hwy 99, Murfreesboro, TN 37128.
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Arrangements for Mr. Timothy Trice
age: 61
(Springfield, TN)
Services are as follows: wake/public viewing: Thursday march 24, 2022 1:00pm-6:00pm, Family present 4:00pm-6:00pm
Visitation: Friday March 25, 2022 12:00pm
Funeral service: 1:00pm
All events will take place at the Chapel of Legacy Memorial Funeral Home located at 310 21st Avenue West Springfield, TN 37172
Please keep the Trice, Townsend, and Jackson families in your prayers
Arrangements entrusted to Legacy Memorial Funeral Home
Obituary for Keith Leroy Schultz
Keith Leroy Schultz, 82, of Springfield, was called by the angels to be with his heavenly family on Friday March 18, 2022, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville after a short illness.
Funeral services were held on Thursday March 24th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Rebekah Rochte Votral and Reverend Paul Purdue officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Michael Palmer, Matt Bell, Michael Armstrong, Steven Armstrong, Brandon Head, and Landry Bibee serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Earl Britton, Ceanna Armstrong, and the members of the Springfield Rotary Club, the Coopertown Men’s Club, and the New Chapel Men’s Club. The family received friends on Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Keith was born June 14, 1939, in Logan, Ohio to Keith L. Schultz, Sr., and Ruth Mildred Laube Schultz. He was preceded in death by his parents, by his first wife and the mother of his daughters: Frieda Fortner Schultz, and by his daughter Lisa Schultz Thurtell.
Keith was a Christian first, then a statesman and scholar. He graduated from Logan High School and attended The Ohio State University. A man that loved and served the Lord by reading his Bible, praying and sharing his word of Scripture with his Sunday School Class, and as a Lay Speaker. He was a member of New Chapel United Methodist Church and was currently attending Porter’s Chapel United Methodist Church.
Keith retired from Kroger as manager of several of their different entities that was located in Ohio, Texas, Arkansas, and later settled in Springfield to manage Delight Products until his retirement. After his retirement, he purchased Spin A Pin Lanes Bowling Center from Mac and Evelyn Felts. He was the second owner and sold it when he retired to Marathon Oil Company, which is now Speedway.
He loved Springfield and wanted to see it grow. He became an alderman for his ward and later became Vice Mayor for the City. In addition to serving the City of Springfield, Keith wanted to serve his country by being part of the City, County, and State elections by being an Officer at a voting precinct. He was looking forward to serving with the upcoming elections. He believed that every legal person should have the right to vote and follow through by voting on election day or early voting.
He was a member of the Coopertown Men’s Club, the Springfield Rotary Club receiving the Paul Harris Fellow Award, the New Chapel Men’s Club, and served as chairman of the board for the Springfield/Robertson County Senior Citizens. He was a founder of the Springfield/Robertson County Food Bank, that later merged with Second Harvest Food Bank.
Keith was very knowledgeable and loved history. He was an advocate for everyone, but especially to children. As a member of the Springfield Rotary Club, he loved sharing in the bike give aways to children that were high achievers. He loved seeing that smile on their face when they were chosen as a recipient. When owning the Bowling Center, he donated his time and lanes free for any child in the school system that wanted to learn how to bowl.
If you knew Keith, you had a friend. He listened to what you had to say and even if he didn’t agree, he supported your opinion. He was all about helping other people. If you were down on your luck, he was there to help. He wanted everyone to be treated equally and fair.
He loved his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and was especially ready to watch his great grandchildren Xander and Kennedy participate in the sport they liked, and he didn’t mind telling people how proud he was of them.
Keith is survived by his wife of nineteen years, Pamela Britton Schultz, by his daughter Valarie Schultz Palmer and her husband Bob, by his grandchildren Kayla Schultz Head and husband Brandon, Melissa D. Palmer, and Michael Palmer, by his great grandchildren Xander Keith Head and Kennedy Head, by his stepsons Michael T. Armstrong and wife Kelley, Steven C. Armstrong and wife Celeste, by his step grandchildren Daniel W. Armstrong and wife Brittany, Dalton C. Armstrong and fiancé Addie Martin, Ceanna D. Armstrong, Landry Bibee and wife Brittany, Riley Bibee and wife Kayla, by his step great grandchildren Rylan Armstrong, Luke Armstrong, and Presleigh Bibee, by his siblings Ronald Schultz and wife Marlene of Marion, OH, Donald Schultz of Nelsonville, OH, and Marlene (Jim) Green of Monroe, TN.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Keith’s honor to the Springfield Rotary Club and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Obituary for Michael Gregory Smith
Michael Gregory Smith, 71, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday March 20, 2022, at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
His remains were cremated and there will be a Celebration of Life at a future date.
Mike was born May 20, 1950, in Oskaloosa, IA. He was a retired equipment operator in construction, and he was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the 101st Airborne during the Vietnam war. Mike was a Christian and a former member of both the American Legion and the VFW. Over the years, he had performed in plays with the Robertson County Players, but primarily did much of the set construction. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes and NASCAR fan. Mike was preceded in death by his father: Wendell Smith, by his son: Denver Smith, and by his brother: Tom Smith.
Mike is survived by his wife of 29 years: Connie Seay Smith of Springfield, by his daughters: Melissa Smith (Wayne) Woolery of Wister, OK, and Ashlee Smith of Lydard of Texas, by his mother: Helen Masterson Smith of Oskaloosa, IA, by his stepchildren: Ted Smith of Murfreesboro, Andrea Smith (Thomas) Bauer of Virginia, and Vanessa Smith Neal of McMinnville, by his brother: Ron Smith of Hendersonville, by his sisters: Deb (Tom) Lang of Oskaloosa, IA, and Cheryl Smith of Altoona, IA, by his grandchildren: Evan (Ashley) Weathers and Kenedi Loar, by his step grandchildren: Emma Harrietha, Lizzie Harrietha, Presley Smith, Everett Smith, Willow Neal, and Vader Neal, and by his great grandchildren: Ryan Mode and Forest Weathers.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Robertson County Players or to the Veteran’s organization of your choice.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for William John Molnar
William John Molnar, 83, of Cunningham, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord, surrounded by his family on Wednesday March 16, 2022, at Veteran’s Hospital in Nashville.
A private family service will be conducted on Monday March 28th in the Middle Tennessee State Veteran’s Cemetery in Nashville.
Mr. Molnar was born May 26, 1938, in Pittsburg, PA to the late William Peter and Jane Katherine Losier Molnar. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a retired mechanical engineer. Mr. Molnar enjoyed family vacations and family time, especially with his grandchildren. The highlights of his life were his H.O. Model Train layout, enjoying a good cigar, and enjoying a good beer such as a Miller Highlife, a Rolling Rock, or a Yuengling, but he would never drink a light beer or in his words “a weirdo beer”.
Mr. Molnar is survived by his wife of 61 years, Betty Thweatt Molnar of Cunningham, by his son: Billy “Bubba” Molnar of Conway, Arkansas, by his daughters and sons-in-law: Debbie “Rootie” and Marc Simon of Pleasant View, Sherry “Porty” and Aaron Watson of Conway, Arkansas, by his grandchildren: McKenzie (John) Ponzio, Brock Simon, Sydney (Jay) Edwards, Amanda DuPlessis , Sadie Watson, and Cameron Watson, by his great grandchildren: Llewyn Ponzio and Aurora Edwards, and by his siblings: Terry Molnar and Phyllis Molnar Leslie both of Pittsburg, PA.
Mr. Molnar’s family would like to extend their love and appreciation to all the doctors and nurses in the Medical ICU and Palliative Care Unit at the Veteran’s Hospital in Nashville for the wonderful care and respect that was given to him during his illness.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. All donations may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Larry Douglas Norfleet
Larry Douglas Norfleet, 77, of White House, passed away on Tuesday March 15, 2022, at Skyline Medical Center.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday March 19th at 10:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Bill Norfleet, Tommy Norfleet, Zack Norfleet, Melvin Norfleet, Keith Read, and Emery Herrmann serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Larry was born August 30, 1944, in Nashville to the late Garner Earl and Mattie Louise Broadbent Norfleet, Sr. He was a retired forklift operator and had a great love for hot rod cars, especially mustangs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Kathryn W. Norfleet, son: Lee Norfleet, and by his siblings: Garner Norfleet, Jr., Bobby Norfleet, Ronnie Norfleet, and Dimple Norfleet Cantrell.
Larry is survived by his wife: Kay Norfleet of White House, by his daughter: Tina (Michael) Baker of Erin, stepchildren: Bruce (Susan) Johnson of Winchester, Donna (Sammy) Crabtree of Springfield, Vicky Dickey of New Mexico, by his brother: Melvin (Pat) Norfleet of Cross Plains, and by several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Salvatore Michael Ippolito
Salvatore Michael Ippolito, age 51 of Springfield, Tennessee, died Tuesday March 15, 2022, at Summit Medical Center in Hermitage.
His remains were cremated.
Sal was born June 15, 1970, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Salvatore and Anna Desena Ippolito. He worked as a truck driver and was a chef, having worked at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville.
He is survived by his son, Salvatore Anthony Ippolito, one sister and one brother and devoted friend, CJ Lapieta.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Mildred Alleyne Moseley
Mildred Alleyne Moseley, 90, of Nashville, and formerly of Logan County, Kentucky, passed from this life on Monday March 14, 2022, at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro.
Private graveside services were conducted Thursday March 17th in the Greenwood Cemetery in Adairville, Kentucky.
Mildred was born May 19, 1931, in Adairville, KY to the late Hummer H. and Alma Hughes Moseley. She was a retired payroll clerk with Logan Memorial Hospital and was a member of Glenwood Baptist Church in Nashville. Mildred was a member of the John Nolen Chapter of the DAR in Nolensville, the Claiborne Chapter of the Eastern Star in Nashville. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law: Doris and Fred Martin.
Mildred is survived by her nephew: Ken (Judy) Martin of Mt. Juliet and by her great nephew: Rudy (Margaret) Martin of Ashland City.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Cheryl Coles
Cheryl Deanna Coles, age 76 of Springfield, TN passed away Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Skyline Medical Center.
Funeral Services were at 2pm, Wednesday, March 23rd at Hillcrest Church of Christ with Bro. Johnnie O. Trail officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Jason Coles, Tony Weigant, Wade Nicks, Wesley Nicks, James Coles and Hayden Craig serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer was Jesse Nicks. The family received friends 4pm to 8pm on Tuesday, March 22nd at Hillcrest Church of Christ and 12pm until the hour of service at the Church on Wednesday, March 23rd.
She was born June 19, 1945 in Princeton, Maine to the late James Wesley and Farolyn McArthur Reynolds. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Eugene Coles and brothers, James Mulholland and John Mulholland.
She was a member of Hillcrest Church of Christ where she did the church bulletin and was a Secretary for the Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Effort.
She loved the Lord and her family first and foremost. She enjoyed watching TV, especially “I Love Lucy”. She also enjoyed Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays, taking care of others, sending cards to people and reading biographies and autobiographies.
She is survived by her children, Jason (Karen) Coles of Greenbrier, Jaime (fiance’ Tony Weigant) Craig of Auburntown, TN, Jennifer (Wade) Nicks of Springfield; sister, Imogene Bennett of Springfield; grandchildren, Rebecca Coles, James Coles, Hailee Craig, Wesley Nicks, Hayden Craig, Jesse Nicks; special childhood friend, Annette Wigglesworth Scott of Maine and other special family friends.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Effort.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Sandi Brewer
Sandra Hollis Brewer “Sandi”, age 60 of Springfield, Tennessee, passed away Friday, March 18,2022 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Tuesday, March 22nd, with Pastor William Little officiating. Burial followed at EverRest of Cheatham with Jonathan Barnes, Dewayne Fonville, Matthew Pippin, Andrew Conner, Brandon Hanner, and Roger Brewer serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Monday, March 21st from 4:00PM until 8:00PM and again on Tuesday from 12:00PM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Sandi was born on January 18, 1962 in Houston County, Tennessee to Anna Hollis Baskette and the late Loyd Hollis. She was a cook for many years at Stratton’s restaurant in Ashland City. She loved all kind of animals and was always trying to rescue them from danger. She loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren. She was a Christian.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Johnnie Brewer; daughter, Kori Barnes (fiance`, Brandon Hanner) ; brother, Ronnie (Brenda) Hollis; sisters, Suzan Norwood and Lisa (Andrew) Connor; grandchildren, Jonathan (Shelby) Barnes, Kaley Barnes & Katie Barnes; and great-grandchildren, Easton Barnes, Clay Barnes, and a baby girl, Emery Barnes on the way.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to ASPCA, 213 Oceola Ave, Nashville, Tennessee 37209
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Charles Douglas
Charles Anderson Douglas, age 79 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Friday, March 18, 2022 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Monday, March 21st, with Bro. Terry Forrest officiating. Burial followed in Coopertown Church of Christ Cemetery with Austin Douglas, Korey Douglas, Mike Burke, Mike Binkley, Madison Burnett, and Larry Tidwell serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are David Cargile, Lou Crocker, Chris Gilmore, Tony Jones, Tony Neal, and Eddie Ray Walker.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Sunday, March 20th from 2:00PM until 6:00PM and again on Monday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mr. Douglas was born on January 29, 1943 in Springfield, Tennessee to the late Richard Lee & Charlie Mae Hudgins Douglas. He was a veteran of the United States Army and retired with more than 36 years of service from the National Guard with the rank of 1st Sergeant. He was a member of Bethel Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Jan Douglas.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Rosemary Douglas; sons, Michael (Michelle) Douglas and Brandon (Tracy) Douglas; grandchildren, Ashlee (Austin) Taylor, Austin Douglas, Abbi Douglas, Alli Douglas, Kali (Dylan) Morton, Korey Douglas, Logan (Preston) Hall, Brooke (Kevin) Duquette, Megan Palmer, and Riley Palmer; great-grandchildren, Wesley Morton, Beau Taylor, Brilee Ray, Trace Hall, Charlie Duquette, and Archer Hall; and niece, Chelsea Douglas.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa Florida 33607
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Randall Pugh
Paul “Randall” Pugh, age 65 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Thursday, March 17, 2022 at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield.
A memorial service was conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Saturday, March 26th, with family & friends sharing memories.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 12:00PM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Randall was born on September 10th, 1956 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Paul & Myra Pugh. He worked for Solid Waste of Robertson County where he served as a Director for over 19 years. He also served on the Board for Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department and loved raising cattle and making sausage.
Survivors include his sons, Jacob and Ethan Pugh.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Tennessee Cattleman’s Association, 530 Brandies Circle, Suite B, Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37128 or Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 336, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Billy Mac Smith
Billy Mac Smith, age 83, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2022 at St. Thomas Midtown in Nashville.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 5pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Marvin Crouch officiating.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2pm until the hour of service at 5pm.
Mr. Smith was born January 29, 1939 in Livingston, TN to the late Hollis and Ruby Anderson Smith. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and member of the Coopertown Church of Christ where he served as a deacon and an elder. He worked as a salesman at Stewart Williams Company for 22 years and was a truck driver and member of the Teamsters Union for 20 years. Mr. Smith loved his family first and foremost, but he was also an avid crappie fisherman, loved turkey shoots and drag racing.
In addition to his parents Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Mary Alice Drake Smith, his sister, Betty Sue Murphy, and his niece, Susanne Murphy.
Mr. Smith is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Billy Scott Smith of Maryville and Chad Drake and Brooke Smith of Knoxville; grandchildren, Oakley Sloan Smith, Paxton Bryant Smith, Elizabeth Grace Smith, Emma Kate Smith and Ella Ruby Smith; and his dear friend and former daughter-in-law, Janice (Billy) Chausse of Franklin.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Coopertown Church of Christ. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Bobby Hester
Bobby Ray Hester, age 59, of Springfield, passed away Monday, March 14, 2022 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville.
A Memorial Visitation was held for Mr. Hester on Saturday, March 19, 2022 from 1-3pm at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.
Mr. Hester was born December 20, 1962 in Owensboro, KY to the late William and Lillith Shock Hester.
In addition to his parents Mr. Hester is preceded in death by his brother, Billy Hester, and his grandson, Jorden.
Mr. Hester is survived by his wife of 32 years, Denna White Hester; sons and daughters-in-law, James and Amy Hayes and Brandon and Kelsey Hester; daughter and son-in-law, Marissa and Victor Hester; brothers and sister-in-law, Tony and Joyce Hester, David Hester and Barry Hester; sister and brother-in-law, Anita and Todd Haysinger; grandchildren, Bently, Kaylee, Kayden, Alyvia, Maddox, Xzavaier, Madison and Mason; and great-grandchild, Jordan.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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