In Loving Memory: Obituaries April 18-24, 2022
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Edward L. Jones “Fido”
Edward Lee Jones was born December 14, 1953, to the union of the late James Jones and Willa Dean Woodson Jones in Adairville, Kentucky. He departed this life on April 19, 2022, in Nashville, Tennessee.
He accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age. He was a member of the Community Baptist Church for many years, where he was a member of the choir and deacon board. His pastor was Rev. Billy Townsend.
Edward attended the Logan County public school system and graduated from Adairville High School.
On February 9, 1980, Edward was united in Holy Matrimony to Elizabeth Ann Hyde. He was a very devoted, husband, father and grandfather.
Edward was affectionately known as “Fido” to all his family and friends. He was very quiet, loved sports and going fishing with his friends and riding with his dog Cee-Cee. He also loved listening to recordings of Al Green.
He was employed by Unarco Materials Inc. for many years.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Hyde Jones; brother: Elvis Jones and son, Marcellus Jackson.
Edward leaves to cherish his memories; sons: Verdell Brooks, Adrian Jones; daughter: Mye’sha Jones; grandchildren: Kandra (Taylor) Jackson, Montreal Brooks, De’Mesha Johnson, De’Seandre Jackson, and Day’Shanel Parker and a host of great-grandchildren; sister; Sandra (Freddie) Bigbee; sisters-in-law: Mary G. Barbee, Barbara (Timothy) Jamison; brothers-in-law: Michael (Patricia) Gray, David (Jennette) Hyde, Clifford Hyde, Harold (Felecia) Hyde and Terry Shannon; devoted aunt: Mary Jean (Charles) Trowell; 
devoted nieces: Latonia Miles, Sabrina Barbee, Stella Northington, and Cassandra Bigbee; host of nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
Viewing, Visitation, and Funeral was Saturday, April 28, 2022 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with Elder William Birdsong, Eulogy; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden, Cedar Hill, Tennessee.
W. D. Crowder Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. W. D.
1800 John L. Patterson Street Springfield, Tennessee 37172
Obituary for Joe Ed Fugate
Joe Ed Fugate, 84, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Friday April 22, 2022, at Skyline Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday April 28th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Jack Evans and Reverend Chad Phelan officiating. Interment will follow in the Owens Chapel Cemetery with full Military honors. Pallbearers will be Timmy Fugate, Tyler Fugate, Gabe Fugate, John Foxx Fugate, Tommy Malcolm, Stephen Howerton, and Thomas Fugate. The family will receive 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.
Mr. Fugate was born October 4, 1937, in Sneedville to the late John B. and Nina Gibson Fugate. He retired from the U.S. Army, with twenty years of service. While serving, he was the recipient of several medals and commendations, including 2 Bronze Service Stars, the German Shoot Cord, and the Purple Heart. Mr. Fugate also worked as a truck driver for J&E Trucking. He was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, the VFW, and the DAV. Mr. Fugate loved fishing, hunting, listening to bluegrass music, and especially loved cutting firewood.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife: Brenda Redmond Fugate, by his stepson: Cecil Ray Dean, and by his siblings: Walford Fugate and Elsie Yackle. Mr. Fugate is survived by his wife: Shirley Wooden Fugate of Greenbrier, by his children: Lisa (Steve) Bond of Pembroke, KY, Diana Hague of Smyrna, John (Brenda) Fugate of Adams, Ronald (Frances) Fugate of Greenbrier, Jennessa Fugate Elkins of Nashville, and Julie (Tommy) Malcolm of Murfreesboro, by his stepsons: Robert Earl Dean of Greenbrier, and Marshall Flynn Dean of Los Angeles, CA, by his siblings: Naoma Campbell, Velma Trent, Marvie Watts, Wanda Mackey, Reba Frazier, and Wilma Wilder, and by his 19 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Ebenezer Baptist Church building fund and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Barbara Evetts
Barbara Minnis Evetts, age 80, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Bowling Green Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield. Burial will follow in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Gene Minnis, Barry Minnis, Brad Minnis, Gary Minnis, Stephen Baldwin and Cory Derseweh serving as pallbearers.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 from 4-8pm and again on Wednesday from 10am until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mrs. Evetts was born October 7, 1941 in Georgia to the late Kelly and Eunice Highsmith Minnis. She was a homemaker and member of the Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Evetts is preceded in death by her husband, James Robert Evetts, her brother, Jerry Minnis, and her sisters, Diane Smith and Patsy Holt.
Mrs. Evetts is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Anita and Kenneth McGee; brothers, Gene Minnis and Gary Minnis; grandchildren, Chris (Kristin) Plamondon, Amanda Hanley, Hannah (Nick) Bess, and Carolyn (Jeremy) Bandy; and great-grandchildren, Jenna Bailey, Tristan Bailey, Cayden Plamondon, Hunter Hanley, Silas Bandy, Kimber Plamondon and Case Bandy.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Charlotte Sanford Fletcher
Charlotte Sanford Fletcher, 59, of Springfield, died at her home, on RomaLand farm, on Friday April 22, 2022.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted Saturday May 14, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at Mt. Denson Cumberland Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends at the Celebration of Life service.
Charlotte was born October 30, 1962, in Springfield. She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1980, and then went on to attend Bethel College in McKenzie, TN where she sung with the Bethel Balladeers. Charlotte was known for her musical abilities and for her whimsical art designs using her God given gifts. She often said, “I’m simply blessed to create”. She was the owner of RomaLand Woodcrafts, and she often sent acts of kindness, through her creations, across the world. Charlotte was a member of Mt. Denson Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she served as former pianist. She was preceded in death by her daddy: Robert F. Fletcher, Sr., and by her mother: Martha Sanford Fletcher.
Charlotte leaves behind her beloved fur-baby: Charcoal, her brothers and sisters-in-law: Robert F. “Bob” and Betty Fletcher, Jr., of Springfield, Brian A. and Joyce Fletcher of Cleveland, her nieces: Alexis (Jonathan) Biggs of Springfield, Ashland Fletcher of Springfield, and Kaylen (Ben) Climer of Murfreesboro, by her nephew: Kendall (Kelli) Fletcher of Sale Creek, and by numerous cousins and a virtual community of friends.
If so desired, memorial donations may be made to Robertson County Funeral Home to assist with final expenses.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Walter Lawrence Penick
Walter Lawrence Penick, 88, of Adairville, KY, passed away on Thursday April 21, 2022, at The Arbor’s at Springfield Heights.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday April 26th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Clay Burchett officiating. Interment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery in Adairville, KY with Eric Clark, Todd Clark, Lynn Clark, Christian Clark, CJ Freeman, Mason Freeman, Chad Freeman, and Terry Powell serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Morton Penick, Joe Penick, and Lee Penick. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mr. Penick was born December 10, 1933, in Hopkinsville, KY to the late Lynn Preston and Ruby Powell Penick. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Adairville United Methodist Church. Mr. Penick loved line dancing, square dancing, boating, and listening to Country music. He most enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughters and grandchildren.
Mr. Penick is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law: Sherri and Eric Clark of White House, Mary Ann and Chad Freeman of Adairville, KY, by his grandchildren: Christian and Lauren Clark, CJ (Cortney), Mason, and Megan Freeman, by his great grandchildren: Brayden Dial, Bryson and Baylee Freeman, and by his brother and sister-in-law: Morton Edward and Norma Jean Penick of Adairville, KY.
If so desired, memorial contributions can be made to the Adairville United Methodist Church 205 N. Church St. Adairville, KY 42202
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Samuel David Spears
Samuel David Spears, 73, of Springfield, passed away on Monday April 18, 2022, at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday April 25th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Dr. David Evans officiating. Interment will follow in the Hopewell Cemetery with John Spears, Jeff Mills, Ryan Ellis, Jim Dunn, Kenneth Lorne Green, and Raymond Spears serving as pallbearers. Kenneth Spears will serve as an honorary pallbearer. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Monday from 12 noon until service time at the funeral home.
Mr. Spears was born November 1, 1948, in Albany, KY to the late Howard and Fannie Wray Spears. He attended Springfield Baptist Church and was the owner and operator of Sam Spears Construction and Backhoe. He loved working, and in his free time he loved being with his family.
Mr. Spears is survived by his wife of 42 years: Gladys Wix Spears of Springfield, by his son and daughter-in-law: John and Janie Spears of Franklin, IN, by his daughters and sons-in-law: Naydia and Jeff Mills of White House, Katie and Ryan Ellis of Nashville, and Rachel Spears of Springfield, by his grandchildren: Elizabeth and Mason Mills, Evelyn and Silas Spears, by his brothers: Raymond Spears of Franklin, KY and Kenneth Spears of Ridgetop, and by his sisters: Connie Spears and Wanda Spears both of Bowling Green, KY.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin City Church Adoption fund in Franklin, IN or to the Robertson County 4-H program. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Faye Maxwell
April “Faye” Maxwell, age 75 of Clarksville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at her daughter’s home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Saturday, April 23, with Chaplain Benessa Sweat officiating. Burial followed in Bethel Cemetery in Sango with Bubba Baker, Jonathan Hackett, Brian Hackett, Sean Romero, Terry Duke, and Brandon Baker serving as pallbearers. A Celebration of Life cookout was held at her daughter’s home following the burial for family and immediate friends.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday, April 23rd from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mrs. Maxwell was born on April 3, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Ronnie & Christine Hendrickson. She retired after 15 years from the banking business. She was the former owner of FaRons Café and co-owner of Mama’s Southern Style Restaurant. Mrs. Maxwell loved to live life to its fullest. It took her a long time to evolve, but she aced it in the end. She adored her two dogs, Stinker and Poopoo. She was a wonderful aunt, mother, and a spunky well-loved grandmother. She attended LifePointe Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Maxwell; brother, Jerry Baker; sister, Brenda Waits; grandson, Corey Anderson; and nephew, Scott Wolfe.
Survivors include her sons, Sammy Maxwell and Christopher (Rosanne) Maxwell; daughter Tammy Maxwell (Brian) Hackett; brother, John (Terry) Baker; sister, Pamela Parman; grandchildren, John, Krista, Emily, Quinn, Emmitt, Luke, Eli, and Ryan; and great-grandchildren, John, Gage, Lexie, Marty, Laney, Lake, Novalee, Timber, Haley, Ella, and Abby.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to YAIPAK Outreach in care of LifePoint Church, 1915 Rossview Road, Clarksville, Tennessee 37043
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Raymond David Moran
Age 84 of Goodlettsville passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at The Residence of Alive Hospice. He was born December 6, 1937 in Waverly, TN to Sylvester & Anna Margaret Felts Moran. He was a machinist and the owner of M&M Machine before his retirement. He enjoyed restoring old cars and enjoyed working with his hands. He was known to be able to fix anything.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister Laverne “Dolly” Seigler; brother, Leo Moran. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ruth Ann Moran, Goodlettsville, TN; sons, David Wayne (Karen) Moran, Greenbrier, TN and Randall Edward (Melinda) Moran, Portland, TN; daughter, Brenda Darlene (Keeney) Lassiter, Greenbrier, TN; brother, Ronzo (Wanda) Moran, Waverly, TN; sisters, Margie Hagewood, Cumberland Furnace, TN, Margaret (Gary) Carrington, Vanleer, TN, Birdie Bishop (Joe Bledsoe), Dickson, TN, Nancy Hamm, Waverly, TN and Diane (Jim) Hotchkiss, McEwen, TN; sister-in-law, Doris Moran, Vanleer, TN; brother-in-law, Richard Seigler, Cumberland Furnace, TN; 8 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral service was Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Nick Moran officiating. Interment followed in Mayes Cemetery with Brandon Moran, Cody Wade, Nick Moran, Eli Moran, Bradley Moran and Joseph Bush serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Friday, April 22, 2022 5-9PM and Saturday, April 23, 2022 9-11am at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice 1718 Patterson St. Nashville, TN 37203 or to Mayes Cemetery Fund 7544 Swift Road Greenbrier, TN 37073 for the mowing and upkeep of the cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Penny Lynn Nocton
Age 64 of White House passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2022. She was born February 9, 1958 in Nashville, TN to Roosevelt & Margaret Ann Bennett Hinsley. She worked as a homemaker.
She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 30 years, Ken Nocton, White House, TN; daughter, Michelle Turner, Hendersonville, TN; brothers, Buddy Hinsley, Goodlettsville, TN and Teddy (Angie) Hinsley, Portland, TN; sisters, Connie Hartman, Goodlettsville, TN, Tammy (John) Mincey, Goodlettsville, TN and Kay (Sara Jane) Hinsley, Hendersonville, TN.
Funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Interment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens. Visitation is planned for Monday, April 25, 2022 4-8PM and Tuesday, April 26, 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 Richard Carl Nold
Age 83 of Goodlettsville went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at his home. He was born February 27, 1939 in Miami, FL to Jacob Ludwig and Louise Dora Beil Nold. He attended Miami Technical High School, where he received a degree in Diesel Mechanics. He later received an Associates Degree from Gwinett Technical College in Warehouse Management. He worked as a warehouse manager for Convergent Media before his retirement. Mr. Nold enjoyed woodworking, working on cars and was a handyman of all trades. He had served as a deacon for Decatur Heights Baptist Church in Decatur, GA before retiring to Hopkinsville, KY. He and his wife moved to Tennessee in 2019.. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jacob Arno Nold; sister, Elise Charlotte Marie Nold.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Elizabeth Nold, Goodlettsville, TN; daughter, Christine (Kevin) Holler, White House, TN; granddaughter, Caitlyn Elise Holler, White House, TN; nephews, David (Joann) Nold and Timothy (Brenda) Nold, both of Rockford, IL; 3 great nieces and 1 great nephew.
Funeral service was Friday, April 22, 2022 at 1 pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Doug Lee officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery. Visitation was Friday, April 22, 2022 10am-1pm at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers family is requesting donations to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Andrew Sikora
Andrew Jonathan Sikora, age 42 of Cedar Hill, Tennessee, passed away Monday, April 18, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his family and friends.
Funeral Mass was conducted at St. Ann Catholic Church, 5101 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, Tennessee at 10:30AM on Saturday, April 23rd, with Father Michael Fye as Celebrant. Burial at sea will be at a later date. John Sikora, Eric Cline, Lopaka Bounds, Justin Jenney, Sonny Lethcoe, Jayson Remfert, Tony Vaughan and Tim Sikora will be serving as pallbearers.
There was no visitation prior to the funeral mass.
Andrew was born on February 11, 1980 in Lorain, Ohio to John & Stephanie Cline Sikora. He grew up on Lake Erie which was the start of his love of the water and boating. His family later moved to Ashland, Ohio where he graduated from Ashland High School in 1998. After high school, Andrew enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served with the 2D RECON Battalion. Following his USMC service, he graduated from The Fisher College of Business, The Ohio State University all the while serving as a Load Master and Sensor Operator Trainer with the United States Air Force Air National Guard.
He was employed by Force X as a program manager in Nashville, TN. Andrew had a personality that was larger than life. He walked into a room and captivated his audience with his infectious personality, humor and smile. Andrew was a person who lived life with great passion; which showed throughout; in his dedication to work, his beloved family, friends, country and as a member of the Knights of Columbus at their church; St. Ann Catholic Church. Andrew spent his free time covered in diesel grease, tinkering with his trucks, tractors, classic car, or in the haul of his boat. He lived his best life in the mountains on his snowboard or speeding around on his boat, being silly with their 4 daughters, shooting guns, hunting with Kimber, paling around with his dad- simply living and loving life fiercely surrounded by those he loved most in his life.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Alicia Sikora; daughters, Kairi, Maryanne, Lily, and Andi Sikora; sister, Allison and Eric Cline; 3 nieces and all his Marine Corps brothers including; Lopaka Bounds, Justin Jenney, Eric Cline, Uncle Tim Sikora.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Ann Catholic Church or to his wife Alicia for their girl’s future fund.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Delores Thomas
Full obituary to follow:
Delores Faye Thomas, age 86, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Monday, April 18, 2022, in Fort Myers, Florida.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00PM Saturday, April 30th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Pastor Chris Royalty officiating.
Burial will follow in EverRest of Cheatham.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 4:00-8:00PM on both Thursday, April 28th, and Friday, April 29th, and again on Saturday, April 30th beginning at 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
(Updated) Obituaries April 4-10, 2022
Obituary for Ronnie Dale Jackson
On Saturday, April 16, 2022, (LTC) Ronnie Dale Jackson, died of ALS at the age of 76. Dale was born in Russellville, KY on August 21, 1945, to Maurice Edward Jackson of Olmstead, KY and Mary Della Perry of Bethpage, TN.
Dale grew up in Adairville and attended Eastern Kentucky University where he graduated in 1967 with a BS in Business and gained his commission through ROTC as a 2LT in the US Army. After retirement from the service, Dale worked at the Adairville Post Office from 1994-2006.
In 1967, Dale began his 25-year military career as a field artillery officer and Army aviator serving two tours in Vietnam. It was at the Field Artillery course in Lawton, OK that he met and married his wife of 47 years, Christine Holland. They raised two sons, Matthew and Mark. The military took the family twice to Ft. Campbell, KY to Neu-Ulm, Germany, and to Ft. Leavenworth, KS for Command and General Staff College. Dale’s last assignment was to the Pentagon and Ft. Belvoir, VA where he retired as a military intelligence officer in 1992.
Dale was an avid outdoorsman who loved taking family and friends hunting and fishing. He was a master storyteller and reveled in recounting the tales of these adventures at family gatherings. In later years, Dale shared those tales while playing poker with his friends at the Muhlenberg, KY VFW Post 5478.
But Dale’s greatest love was his role as father and beloved Papa to Adam, Abigail, Ben and Sarah. There was never a day that he wasn’t recounting what he had done with them, using a childhood ‘word’, or planning a new adventure.
Dale was a fierce protector of family and friends and generous to those in need.
In addition to his wife, his sons, and his grandchildren, Dale is survived by his sisters, Beverly Gail Bond of Bowling Green and Emily Faye Smith and brother-in-law Henry Smith of Adairville, and by several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service was conducted Saturday April 23, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield. Interment of ashes followed in the Greenwood Cemetery in Adairville, KY with full Military Honors. Honorary Pallbearers were Tom Matthews, John Ooley, Jim Starks, The Honorable Charlie Ehischide, Dwight Jordon, Sonny Gloyd, Jon Henbest, Chandler Perdue, Hunter Henbest, Ray Batey and Buddy Smith. Pallbearers were his sons, Matthew and Mark Jackson. The family received friends on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Post 5478 in Muhlenberg County, KY or to the Vanderbilt ALS Program. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home 2201 Memorial Blvd. Springfield, TN 37172
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Darren Alex Hern
Darren Alex Hern, 31 years of age passed away on Tuesday, April 12,2022.
Funeral Services were 2pm on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier.
Burial followed in Greenbrier Cemetery. The family received friends 10am until hour of service on Wednesday at the funeral home.
Darren was born February 26th, 1991, in West Nyack, New York and was the youngest child of Dimas Hern, Sr. and Belinda Fuller- Hern. The family relocated to the Nashville area in January of 1996, where Darren would spend his youth, teenage years and adulthood. Darren attended Hunter’s Lane High School, where he encountered many life-long friends. Being humbly social was a special gift upon which Darren was bestowed. Those around him were drawn to his infectious and ebullient personality. He had an unassuming and disarming smile that could put anyone at ease. To know Darren is to have laughed with or to have shared a kind word, whether you were, a close friend, family or a stranger. He had a sense of humor that was second to none and he was as compassionate and loving as he was funny. Darren loved to travel and visited many places, including the country of Panama where many of his family and friends resided. He had a love of music, specifically hip hop, rap and R&B. He was passionate about God’s creatures, specifically the stray animals or those without masters. He had dreams of becoming a veterinarian. One of Darren’s most jovial moments was the day his daughter was born. He was overjoyed with love, and they shared a unique bond. Darren professed his love of Christ in his youth, then again in 2017 at Cornerstone Church. He was a resilient figure in the face of adversity: although he met challenges, he would try to push forward and adapt in any situation.
Darren was a person that we were proud to call, our brother, son, nephew, cousin, father and friend. Darren leaves to cherish in his memory, loving parents; Belinda and Dimas Hern; brothers Dimas Hern, Jr., Dorian Hern: sisters, Dilsa Hern, Dayra Hern, Doris Garibaaldi; children, De’Andrea and Mariah Hern; numerous special friends, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other friends.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier, TN.
Obituary for Harold Gene Gary
“Snake Doctor”-Age 79 of Lascassas, TN passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at the VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro. He was born September 13, 1942 in Rabbit Ridge, KY to Harrison Thomas & Anna Louise Phillips Gary. He worked as a truck driver for Worthing Industries until his retirement and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed gardening, golfing, carpentry work, but most of all he enjoyed driving his truck.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Diana Hale Gary; brother, John; sister, Sue; brother-in-law, Jimmy Pirtle; sister-in-law, Lois Gary. He is survived by his sons, Chad (Lisa) Gary, White House, TN and Harold (Tammy) Gary, Jr., Smyrna, TN; daughter, Dana (Max) Epstein, Murfreesboro, TN; brothers, Charles Gary and Ray Gary, both of Henderson, KY; sister, Helen Pirtle, Henderson, KY; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 3pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date at the Nashville National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation is planned for Saturday, April 23, 2022 1pm-3pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for William “Billy” Warrick Jr.
William “Billy” Warrick Jr. born December 28th 1972 passed away the morning of April 13th 2022.
He is survived by his parents William “Scooter” and Mary Warrick; former wife Tina Warrick; children: Nathan Warrick, Amanda (Tony) Lavelle, Jasmine Warrick, and Dalton Warrick; grandsons: Michael and Leo Lavelle; brother Thomas (Jessica) Warrick; nieces Isabella and Elena; and numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
He was a complicated man who lived his life on his own terms. He left lasting impressions on all who knew him. He is gone from this life but not forgotten.
Arrangements entrusted to Tennessee Cremation and Mortuary Service 2558 HWY 41 S Greenbrier, TN
Obituary for Sara Catherine Johnson
Sara Catherine Johnson, 50, of Greenbrier, TN, formerly of Sullivan, IL, passed away 6:15 a.m. Sunday April 17, 2022, at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield, IL.
Celebration of life visitation was held from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 21, 2022, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to United Network for Organ Sharing: 700 N 4th St. Richmond, VA, 23219
Sara was born November 12, 1971, in Decatur, IL; the daughter of Gerald and Sharon (Evans) Rohman. She married Chris Johnson on July 2, 2011 in Sullivan, IL; he survives. Sara was an avid shopper; she loved her cats and her job.
She is survived by her husband, Chris Johnson of Greenbrier, TN; daughters, Andrea Miller of Lovington, IL and Allison Miller of Lovington, IL; brother, David (Terri) Rohman of Greenbrier, TN.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Condolences may be offered to the family on the Tribute Wall
Arrangements entrusted to McMullin-Young Funeral Home and Cremation Services
Obituary for Georgia M. Watson Bryant
Georgia M. Watson Bryant, age 91, of Springfield, TN, passed away on April 15, 2022, at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Georgia was born July 3, 1930 in Springfield, TN to the late Walter Wade and Clara Ella Leftrick Watson. She was a long-time member of Grace Baptist Church where she taught children and adult Sunday school classes. Georgia enjoyed children and homemaking.
In addition to her parents, Georgia was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Perry D. Bryant and her brothers: Howard (Buck) Watson, Robert (Rusty) Watson, and Edgar (Eddie) Watson.
Georgia is survived by her son, Mike Bryant, of Unionville, TN; her daughters and sons-in-law: Marilyn (Boyce) Byrum, of Goodlettsville, TN and Donna (Mike) Horton, of Greenbrier, TN; her grandsons: Trey Byrum, of Goodlettsville, TN, Brandon Bryant, of Charlotte, TN, and Ethan Bryant, of Unionville, TN; her great grand-daughter, Jenna Byrum; her sister, Shirley (Kirby) Holt, of Marietta, GA; and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Springfield Memorial Gardens with Bro. Bob Carroll officiating. There was no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Georgia’s family wishes to thank all the staff at Hickory Gardens Assisted Living who cared for Georgia for five years, Aveanna Hospice, and Alive Hospice.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to Grace Baptist Church in Springfield. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Vincent Edward Pentecost
Vincent Edward Pentecost, age 57 of Springfield, passed from this life on Monday, April 11, 2022 at his home.
Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Mike Duff officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Craig Pentecost, Joshua Pentecost, Billy Pentecost, Steven Pentecost, Ashley Givan, Kyle Givan, David Tucker, and Andy Grayson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Mark Pentecost, John Dempsey, and Vincent’s grandchildren. The family received friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 until 8 PM and Wednesday from 11 AM until the hour of service.
Vincent was born February 28, 1965 in Springfield to the late Billy Joe Pentecost and the late Yvonne Roney Pentecost Dempsey. He worked at Walmart and enjoyed animals of all kind and being outdoors. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren, and was always picking at them. He also enjoyed doing woodwork and going fishing. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step-father, Harrison Dempsey, and a dear friend, Jane Patton.
Mr. Pentecost is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Craig and Brittany Pentecost of Greenbrier, Joshua Pentecost of Springfield, Billy and Sierra Pentecost of Adams, and Steven Pentecost of Springfield; daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Kyle Givan of Cedar Hill; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mark and Macyl Pentecost of Springfield and John and Janet Dempsey of White House; sisters and brothers-in-law, Janet and Jimmy Fain of Palmyra, Dawn and Ronnie Stark of Orlinda, Mary Tucker of Springfield, and Amy and Andy Grayson of Springfield; and grandchildren, Adrianne, Dylan, Jayden, Bella, Tessa, Samuel, and Savannah.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Shirley B. Frey
Shirley B. Frey, age 87, went home to Heaven on Friday, April 15, 2022 at her son and daughter-in-law’s home.
Funeral services were at 2pm on Tuesday, April 19th at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Joann Morris officiating. Burial followed in Bellwood Cemetery. The family received friends 10am until the hour of service on Tuesday at the funeral home.
She was born in Old Hickory, TN on October 30, 1934 to the late Orma and Bertha Coy McKee. She was also preceded in death by brother, Author McKee and sister, Jean Beard. She worked for the State of TN, Washington Manufacturing and in retail sales. She loved to bowl, take pictures and yard sale.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, Maurice P. Frey, Jr; son, Paschall (Renee’) Frey; grandson, P.J.; granddaughters, Amber and Annie and seven great-grandchildren.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier, TN.
Obituary for Helen Pope
Helen Jean Pope, age 91 of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Saturday, April 16th, with Bro. Zachary Vickery officiating. Her remains were cremated following the service.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday, April 16th from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mrs. Pope was born on September 18, 1930 in Crum, West Virginia to the late Denny & Mary Sammons Ratcliff. She was retired from Union Carbide after 30 years. She loved to read, sew, and was a strong- willed woman. She was also a breast cancer survivor. Mrs. Pope loved her family, especially her many grandchildren. She was a lifelong member of Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Earsel Pope; son, Tubby Pope, Jr.; daughter, Sandra Jean Hayes; grandchildren, Daniel Dearfield, Billy “Bud” Tolley, Paula Ann Loafman & Cindy Hayes; and son-in-laws, Elmo Blankenship and Ira Baisden.
Survivors include her sons, Lacie (Carol) Pope, Donald Pope, and Tony G. (Sabrina) Pope; daughters, Barbara Blankenship, Sue (Bill) Tolley, Shirley Baisden, Jackie Dearfield, and Vicki (Bub) Presley; brother, Lacie (Pat) Ratcliff; sisters, Loretta Radaweic and Kay (Charlie) Mangus; grandchildren, Tammy Hayes, Theresa Brown, P.K. Hayes, Jimmy Blankenship, Tina Blankenship, Tanya Blankenship, Johnny Blankenship, Mary Tolley, Paul Tolley, Sherri Tolley, Athena Pope, Mike Pope, Crystal Baisden, Brian Baisden, David Dearfield, Damien Dearfield, Ashley Ervin, Ryan Pope, Tony Pope, Jr., Kyle Pope, Kerri Brooks, and Brandon Presley; and 105 great & great-great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Oaklawn Free Will Baptist Church, 1280 Oaklawn Rd, 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 Harold Jean Gary
“Snake Doctor”-Age 79 of Lascassas, TN passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at the VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro. He was born September 13, 1942 in Rabbit Ridge, KY to Harrison Thomas & Anna Louise Phillips Gary. He worked as a truck driver for Worthing Industries until his retirement and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed gardening, golfing, carpentry work, but most of all he enjoyed driving his truck.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Diana Hale Gary; brother, John; sister, Sue; brother-in-law, Jimmy Pirtle; sister-in-law, Lois Gary. He is survived by his sons, Chad (Lisa) Gary, White House, TN and Harold (Tammy) Gary, Jr., Smyrna, TN; daughter, Dana (Max) Epstein, Murfreesboro, TN; brothers, Charles Gary and Ray Gary, both of Henderson, KY; sister, Helen Pirtle, Henderson, KY; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 3pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date at the Nashville National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation was Saturday, April 23, 2022 1pm-3pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for James Alan Campbell
Age 74 of White House went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at his home. He was born September 2, 1947 in Tampa, FL to Julius Aldwin & Erma Ledonia Andrews Campbell. He served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He worked as a Geophysicist for Unical. He was the loving caregiver to his late wife, Linda, for 27 years following a car accident that left her a quadriplegic. He enjoyed computers and had a passion for genealogy/family tree history. He was very dedicated to studying the scriptures and spent time in God’s Word daily. The most important thing to him was spending time with his grandchildren and attending their activities and events. Mr. Campbell loved the Lord and was a member of Long Hollow Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Linda Presley Campbell.
He is survived by his sons, Jonathan (Brenda) Campbell, Franklin, TN, Christopher Campbell, CA and Nathaniel Campbell, DE; daughters, Malina (Brent) Newman, White House, TN and Laurinda (Matt) Steinmeyer, Franklin, TN; sisters, Joann, Sharon and Sandy; 9 grandchildren.
There will be a memorial service planned for Mr. Campbell in Texas and this obituary will be updated when those arrangements are finalized. There are no local services planned.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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