In Loving Memory: Obituaries February 6-12, 2023
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for John D. “Trey” Sprouse, III
John D. “Trey” Sprouse, III, son of Mary Kathryn Richards Sprouse and the late John D. Sprouse, Jr., was born May 30, 1962, in Springfield. He passed from this life on Saturday February 11, 2023 at Jackson-Madison General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
Trey grew up in Springfield, but has lived on the lake that he loved so much for the past 15 years in Springville, TN. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, he worked for ABG for nearly 30 years which afforded him the opportunity to travel all over the United States, and he was of the United Methodist faith. Trey loved fishing, being on the lake, boating, camping, and his Tennessee Vols. He loved all of his family.
Trey is survived by his wife: Jan Howell Sprouse of Springville, by his mother: Mary Kathryn Richards Sprouse of Springfield, by his daughters: Samantha (Jeff) Warick of Cleveland and Emily (Brandon) McGregor of White House, by is grandchildren: Audrey and Nathan Warick, Levi, Shia, and Haven Shea McGregor, by his brother: Tony D. (Daisy) Sprouse of Trezevant, and by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
A Memorial Graveside service will be conducted on Saturday February 25, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., in the Elmwood Cemetery in Springfield with Reverend Kenny Hix officiating. The family will receive friends at the graveside service on Saturday February 25th.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Fisherman’s Club in Adams or to the Cedar Hill United Methodist Church.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Wayne Gail Reece
Reverend Wayne Gail Reece, 87, left this physical world to go to live in his heavenly home on Sunday, February 12, 2023.
Wayne was born in Muncie, Indiana, on March 23, 1935, to Charles Sutton and Cleota Harbaugh Reece.
He attended DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in 1957 and went on to earn his master’s degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, in 1960. He was ordained as Elder in the Indiana Conference of The United Methodist Church (UMC) that same year.
Over his 42-year career, Wayne served two circuits of UMC churches in seminary and The First United Methodist churches of Marion, Indiana; Bangor, Michigan; Kalamazoo, Michigan; Big Rapids, Michigan; and Mason, Michigan. In each town, he was actively involved in social justice causes.
Wayne also served The United Methodist Church at the Conference, Jurisdictional, and International levels. As a Conference Staff member of the West Michigan Conference, he provided specialized training in Adult Education for clergy and laity. He also served as the Chair of the West Michigan Annual Conference Meetings for a number of years. He served two terms on the General Board of Discipleship, appointed by the North Central Jurisdictional Council representing the West Michigan Conference. Wayne and his wife, Jo, also represented the North Central Jurisdiction at the World Methodist Conference meeting in Brighton England in 2000. While appointed to Mason First UMC in Michigan, they also served churches in Wigan, England, in 1997 on an exchange through the World Methodist Conference.
As an editor at the United Methodist Publishing House for nine years, he edited many educational resources for youth and adults including, “Faith link,” “Adult Bible Studies,” and “Adult Leader.” He also wrote books at UMPH and for United Methodist Communications, such as “Giving Beyond Ourselves.” He continued this work freelance for a number of years in retirement.
Wayne gives credit for the spark that led to his calling to serve God in these ways to his parents and his grandparents, who were part of the founders of his home church, Madison Street United Methodist Church in Muncie, Indiana, that nurtured and sent dozens of young people into ministry. Additionally, his role as editor of the yearbook, The Munsonian, at Muncie Central High School and his lead roles in high school plays taught him the importance of writing and using words effectively, along with the arts to act out scriptures and sermons, such as his first-person monologues that touched so many over the years.
In retirement, he enjoyed working with Dr. David Watson for two years creating Covenant Discipleship Groups among clergy and laity in The Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference of The UMC.
Wayne also regularly wrote letters to the editor on social justice issues and won The Amy Crotts Award in 2005 “for exhibiting care and concern for fellow human beings,” given annually by The Tennessean newspaper in Nashville, Tennessee.
His fun passions in retirement included ushering for the Nashville Sounds baseball team for 19 years and ushering for sports and musical events at the Bridgestone Arena and plays, musicals, and ballet at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center.
He especially enjoyed filling in for pastors in many places including Donelson Heights UMC and McKendree Village, where he and Jo have resided since 2010. One of his special joys was having the honor of being invited by his niece, Catherine Burns, artistic director at The Moth, an international story telling nonprofit, to tell one of his ministry stories at the opening of an exhibit on Three Faiths at the New York Public Library in 2012.
Wayne, along with his wife Jo, enjoyed travel around the world, especially cruises to the Mediterranean, where he preached along Paul’s Journey in Athens, Greece, Central America, and the Panama Canal, where he served as Chaplain on three Princess Cruises. Their other joy was attending St. Louis Cardinals games each year, where he could visit his brick, a gift from his family celebrating 60 years of being a fan on his 70th birthday and meeting good friends at various baseball stadiums along the way (17 stadiums at last count).
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Judith Sharp Fenner, and his sister-in-law Rebecca Bentley Gay.
Left to cherish the many wonderful memories are Reverend Jo Bentley Reece, his wife of 50 years; C. David (Judi) Reece, his brother and sister-in-law; Wayne (Jean Griffin) Gay, brother-in-law; and four daughters and sons-in-law: Marcie (John) Mills, Angela Reece Pierce; Kirsten (Adrian) Goodnight, and Kendra (David) Gray. He also leaves behind 15 beloved grandchildren: Heather, Jessica, Jillian, Jonathan, Daniel, Richard, Nick, Jamie, Shawn, Amanda, Ashley, Breanna, David, Jacob, and Samuel, and 17 great-grandchildren, along with all of their families, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Wayne and Jo want to especially thank Brody Ray Runge, his very special caregiver and friend, and the staff at McKendree Village Health Center, Rehab 1 East and Long Term Care 2 North, for their wise, loving, thoughtful, and kind care.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2pm Sunday, February 19, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Springfield, Tennessee, with Rev. Debra Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 12pm Sunday until the time of the service at 2pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, 1029 Richard St., in Springfield.
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For those wishing to make memorial donations in Wayne’s honor, they can be made to the Donelson Heights UMC Pastor’s Discretionary Fund, 84 Fairway Drive, Nashville, TN 37214.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Frank O’Neal
Frank O’Neal (a.k.a. The “Rod” Father), 87, of Coopertown, TN, passed away on February 6, 2023, in Nashville, TN.
Visitation will be at 11:30 A.M. on Friday, February 10, 2023, at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens Funeral Home with the funeral following at 1:30 P.M.
Frank was born in Montgomery County Tennessee to H.B. and Christine O’Neal on October 8, 1935. He graduated from Litton High School. He was married to the love of his life, Judy O’Neal on May 16, 1958, in Nashville, TN. They spent nearly 65 years wonderful years together.
Frank was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving two years in in the Motor Corp in Korea from 1958-1960. After coming home and meeting his son for the first time, he worked as a manager for Universal Tire for 20+ years.
He was a Master Mason, member of the John B. Garrett Lodge #711: 32º Scottish Rite Mason, member of Al Menah Shrine Temple and active member of the Shrine Motor Corp.
Featured in numerous car magazines, Frank was a big car enthusiast and heavily active in the Nashville car scene. Starting back when the Nashville fairgrounds had a dirt track through the asphalt being laid, Frank raced in numerous divisions including the Hobby Division and Sportsman Car Division. Frank traveled all around the Southeast participating in various races like Daytona in 1968. He was one of the first charter members for the National Street Rod Association, one of the founding members of the Shade Tree Street Rods and was a member of ‘The Coasters’ – the first charter car club in Nashville.
He also enjoyed traveling out west with his wife and friends and stopping in little sleepy towns to go snowmobiling. Sharp as a tack, he always had a story to tell with great detail – no matter the topic and would tell them to anyone who would lend an ear and their time.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents, H.B. and Christine O’Neal.
Arrangements entrusted to Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens Funeral Home & Cremation Center
Obituary for Billy Wayne Parker
Billy Wayne Parker, age 82 of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at his home.
Graveside services were conducted Friday, February 10, 2023 at 1:00 PM in the Bellwood Cemetery with Jimmy Orand officiating. There was no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Parker was born July 12, 1940 in Saddlersville to the late Ellis and Lorene Qualls Parker. He was a member of Hillcrest Church of Christ where he had served as a deacon before his health began to fail. He was retired from Unarco where he worked as a computer operator. He loved his family and spending time with them, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a member of Jo Byrns Class of 1958 and was a Tennessee Titans and University of Tennessee Volunteers fan. He enjoyed traveling and antiques as well. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Lt. General Donald Parker.
He is survived by his wife, Rachel Cline Parker of Greenbrier; son and daughters-in-law, Mark and Lisa Parker of Springfield and Ricky and Cindy Parker of Russellville, KY; grandchildren, Jonathan Parker, Joshua Parker, Mackenzie Wilson, Marissa Parker, and Savannah Mohr; and 8 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Diana Lynn Edwards
On Friday, February 10, 2023 a beautiful wife, mother of two children and Nana of three grandchildren, Diana Lynn Edwards, age 63, of Goodlettsville, went home to be with the Lord.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11am Tuesday in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Pastor Nelson Garrett officiating. Burial will follow in Mayes Cemetery with Chris Edwards, Dalton Edwards, Chance Nelson, Robert Edwards, Matt Fru and Wayne Smithson serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Monday, February 13th and again from 10am until time of the service at 11am Tuesday at the funeral home.
Diana L (Diane) Edwards (Nana) that she was so lovingly called by the ones that loved her the most, was born June 30, 1959 in Chicago, IL to the late John Logan (J.L.) and Ernestine Payne Smithson. She graduated from Hendersonville High school in 1977 and at the age of 57 she went back to school and earned two Bachlor degrees, finishing at the top of her class. Diana worked as a childcare provider for more than 30 years. She was of the Baptist faith and a proud member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Millersville. One of her many proud moments was to witness all of her children saved and Baptized in the house of the Lord. Diana loved to cook, bake cakes, travel, and just spend time with her kids, and she also loved animals.
Diana is survived be her husband of 45 years, Dennis James Edwards: children, April (Chance) Nelson and Chris (Robin) Edwards; grandchildren, Dalton Edwards, Hailey Edwards and Analyn Nelson; and she was God Nana of Peyton Logan. She had three sisters and a loving Brother Wayne Smithson (Kelly) Smithson.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Johnny Lee McQuiston Sr.
Johnny Lee McQuiston Sr., age 46, of Cedar Hill, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. (News Report)
Memorial services will be conducted at 6pm Tuesday, February 14, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield. His remains will be cremated.
The family will receive friends from 4-until the hour of service at the funeral home.
Mr. McQuiston, Sr. was born October 23, 1976 in Daytona Beach, Fl to Faye Vernon McQuiston and the late Walter Smith. He was self-employed in flooring, loved riding motorcycles and living life.
In addition to his father, Mr. McQuiston was preceded in death by his step-father, Charlie McQuiston, brother, Oscar “Jr.” Briggs and grandson, Jayden Murphy.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sons; Johnny McQuiston, Jr. (Catrina McQuiston-mother) and Johnny Furr; daughters, Taylor Furr, Makayla Furr and Bradyn Osborne; brothers, Joe (Samantha) McQuiston, Walter McQuiston, Larry (Dawn) Armstrong, Michael Wayne Armstrong and Terry (Lindsey) McQuiston; sister, Denise (Adrian) Bernhardt; and grandchildren, Matthew and Grayson Murphy and Lynnlee Furr.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
(Updated) Obituaries Jan. 31 – Feb. 5, 2023
Obituary for Cordelia Ann Hartley Vernon
Cordelia Ann Hartley Vernon, age 75 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Sunday, February 5, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Saturday, February 18th, with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating. Burial will follow in EverRest of Cheatham with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mrs. Vernon was born on March 9, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Everett Daniel & Clara Doss Hartley. She was a homemaker who loved her family very much. She was always helping her husband, Larry on the road as a truck driver, driving duo and solo. She helped out with his crews and also took care of his secretarial needs. She was very organized and loved to knit and sew.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Vernon and a brother, Danny Hartley, Jr.
Survivors include her son, Tracy Hartley (Kim Gregory) and a granddaughter, Shyanne Hartley.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Troyce Gupton
Troyce Ann Gupton, age 84, of Clarksville, Tennessee, died Saturday, February 4, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Wednesday, February 8th, with Bro. Larry Robertson officiating. Burial followed in Good Springs Cemetery with her grandsons serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Jerry Nicholson, Reggie Nicholson, and Rick Nicholson.
The family received friends at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View on Tuesday, February 7th from 4:00PM until 8:00PM and again on Wednesday from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mrs. Gupton was born on May 9, 1938, in Coopertown, Tennessee, to the late Dock & Viola Woodall Nicholson. She was a homemaker for many years then later became a Certified Nursing Assistant and retired as Activity Director for Montgomery County Nursing Home. She was a member of Hilldale Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Gupton; and brothers, Wallace Nicholson and Natt Nicholson.
Survivors include her sons, Randy Gupton and Mark Gupton; daughters, Sheila (Joey) Shores and Lisa (Frank) Kellett; brothers, Don (June) Nicholson, Wayne Nicholson, and Danny Nicholson; sister, Patty (Tom) Barr; grandchildren, Randall (Taylor) Gupton, Cody (Katie) Gupton, Hunter (Amanda) Gupton, Wade Gupton, Stacia Gupton, Josh Shores, Leslie Shores, Justin Shores, Amanda (Travis) Mullinax, and Andrea (Chris) Elliott; and seven great-grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Steven Robert Calaway
Steven Robert Calaway, age 49 of Springfield, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at the Waters of Springfield.
His remains were cremated and the family held a visitation on Saturday from 2:00 until 4:00 PM at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Steven was born August 29, 1973 in Aurora, IL. He was a truck driver. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, and talking. His family said that he was very outgoing and loved telling jokes. He enjoyed being with the other residents at the Waters of Springfield and he also loved animals, especially horses.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Eugene Calaway. He is survived by his mother, Shirley Harding Calaway (Linus) Morgan of Springfield; sister, Tammy Calaway of Clarksville; nephew, Christopher (Kiley) Calaway; niece, Cierra (Brian) Burgess; great nephews, Liam and Haydon Calaway; great niece, Bristal Calaway; aunt, Misty Harding; and cousin, Joshua Harding.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Linda Dillard Dean
Linda Dillard Dean, 87, of Springfield, passed from this life on Monday January 30, 2023, at Morningside of Springfield.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday February 11th at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Alicia Burton and Tim Harris officiating. Interment will follow in the Elmwood Cemetery with Larry Dean, Chris Dean, Thomas Shetter, Bob Shetter, Walter Dean, Park Roach, Connor Dean, Emily Roach, Alex Dean, and John Dillard serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Friday February 10th from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday February 11th from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Linda was born February 5, 1935, in Springfield, to the late Ernest “Jack” and Nevie Rawls Dillard. She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1953 and went on to receive her bachelor’s degree from Murray State University. She was a longtime member of Central Christian Church in Springfield, where she served in many areas of the church and was an Elder Emeritus. Because Linda loved Springfield and Robertson County, she was active in many different organizations. She was a golden member of the Wednesday Study Club, she was named Robertson County Business Woman of the year in 2001 by the Robertson County Career Women (RCCW), she was a trustee and former board chairperson for the Glen Memorial Women’s Club, she was a member of the Robertson County History Museum, where she formerly served as a director for 18 years, she was a member of the Robertson County Historical Society, she worked with the Cumberland Valley Girl Scouts for many years and was awarded a Lifetime Membership, and she was a member of the former Robertson County Choral Society and enjoyed singing in their annual performance of The Messiah.
Linda loved working on genealogy, which led to her being a member of the Daughters of American Colonists (DAC). During her membership, she served as Honorary National Vice President, Blue Ridge Sections National Vice President, National Historian, National Recording Secretary, Honorary Tennessee State Regent, Tennessee State Regent, State First Vice Regent, State Librarian, State Corresponding Secretary, Chapter Regent. In her spare time Linda enjoyed playing bridge, reading a variety of books, and writing poetry but most of all she loved sharing time with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother: Jack Dillard, and by her sister and brother-in-law: Mary Sue and Vernon Johnson, Jr. Linda is survived by her husband of 65 years: Thomas Richard “Dick” Dean of Springfield, by her son and daughter-in-law: Ken and Julie Dean of Miami, FL, by her daughter and son-in-law: Karen Dean Burke and Stephen Burke of Nashville, by her grandchildren: Thomas Park Roach and wife Andrea, Emily Dean Roach, Connor Monroe Dean, and Alexander Thomas Dean, by her great granddaughter: Grace Roach, and by her sister-in-law: Carol Dillard of Clarksville.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Linda’s memory to the Robertson County History Museum or to the Central Christian Church. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Joyce Faye Stroud Head
Joyce Faye Stroud Head, age 85, of Adams, died Monday, January 30, 2023, at Oak Pointe Assisted Living in Adams.
Funeral services were conducted on Friday, February 3, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Ed Baumgarten officiating. Burial followed in Bellwood Cemetery with Will Vogle, Matt Vogle, Dustin York, Jacob Head, Scotty Cavender, Mark Bourne, Don Head, and Jeff Ayers serving as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers were Jimmy Fletcher, Ronnie Strange, and Bobby Dean Bagby. The family received friends on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and again on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service at 1:00 p.m.
Mrs. Head was born on February 6, 1937, to the late Mitchel and Johnnie LaVerne Edwards Stroud. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband; Billy Mac Head, her son; Garry Mac Head, and her brother; Ed Stroud. Mrs. Head was a member of the Adams United Methodist Church where she was a member of the United Methodist Women. She was a member of the Eastern Star. She loved spending time and reading to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Head loved cooking, flowers, reading to children in the Adams Community, and was a member of a special group of ladies from her high school days at Jo Byrns known as the “Fab 5”. She worked for many years at Bell School, and when she retired, she was a mail processing clerk for the United States Postal Service.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law; Cindy and Billy Vogle of Adams, her sister-in-law; Annette Gower Stroud of Springfield, her grandchildren; Jill (Dustin) York of Clarksville, Will Vogle of Adams, Matt (Megan) Vogle of Adams, and her great grandchildren; Carter York, Kinley York, Johnnie Vogle, Annie Vogle, Carter Ryan Vogle, and Charlie Vogle.
If so desired the family request that memorial contributions be made to the Jo Byrns Elementary School Library. All donations may be sent in c/o the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Cornelia Ann O’Bryan-Shreeve
Cornelia Ann O’Bryan-Shreeve, age 85, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Goodlettsville.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11am Tuesday, February 7, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Bro. Brandon Pugh officiating. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Sammy Kirby, Brayden Goostree, Brian Shreeve, Jeff Shreeve, Brian Kirby and Mike Donaho serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer will be Gavin Goostree.
The family will receive friends from 4-7pm Monday and again from 10am until time of the service at 11am Tuesday at the funeral home.
Mrs. O’Bryan-Shreeve was born June 14, 1937 in Cedar Hill, TN to the late Jarrett Ivory and Alberta Lee Anderson Kirby. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Greenbrier, sang in the church choir for 40 years and loved The Gaithers music.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. O’Bryan-Shreeve was preceded in death by her first husband, Charlie O’Bryan, and her second husband, James Shreeve; and a brother, Ray Kirby.
She is survived by daughters, Catherine (Craig) Sands and Lori (Eddie) Watts; sons, Brian Shreeve and Jeff Shreeve; 2 granddaughters, Meagan Moffett and Meredith Goostree; 3 great grandchildren, Brayden Goostree, Gavin Goostree and Avery Moffett; 2 brothers, Howard (Jane) Kirby and Edward Kirby.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Enoch Dibrell Barnes
Age 86 of Cross Plains passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at his home. He was born November 12, 1936 in Nashville, TN to William Keel & Bertha Mamie Huddleston Barnes. He worked as a printer and operated Barnes Screen Graphics. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, both with guns and bows and arrows. He was of the Church of God faith.
He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Richard Dale Barnes; brother, William Leon Barnes. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 68 years, Mary Catherine Barnes, Cross Plains, TN; sons, Daniel Gregory Barnes, Cross Plains, TN and Terry Wayne (Sherry) Barnes, Greenbrier, TN; daughter, Christine Carol (Mitchell) Smith; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild on the way.
A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, February 17, 2023 at 12pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Jack Oden officiating. Inurnment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park at 3pm. Visitation with the family is planned for Friday, February 17, 2023 9am-12pm at the funeral home..
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Patricia Karen Bunch Price
Pat Bunch Price, age 83 of Cross Plains passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at her home. She was born June 22, 1939 in Zanesville, Ohio to Charles & Gladys Rush Hendershot. Pat was a gifted songwriter, who has written many songs over the past 50+ years. She had been employed by Warner Brothers, Sony and ASCP to just name a few. She penned the words to “I’ll Still Be Loving You”, a Number 1 selling hit for Restless Heart, “I Want My Goodbye Back” recorded by Ty Herndon and “Wild One” sung by Faith Hill. She also loved collecting antique dolls.
She is preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Dane and Lance Daugherty She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, James Price, Cross Plains, TN; sons, Randy (Cathy) Archer, Scottsdale, AZ, Robin Archer, White House, TN and Rusty (Christine) Archer, Pueblo, CO; sister, Sally (Al) Litwalk, Minneapolis, MN; 9 grandchildren.
There are no services or visitation planned.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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