In Loving Memory: Obituaries January 23-29, 2023
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Shirley Fay Apple Chase
Shirley Fay Apple Chase, 86, of Adairville, KY, passed from this life on Friday January 27, 2023, at her home. Graveside services will be conducted Friday February 3rd at 2:00 p.m. (EST) in the Sherwood Memorial Park in Jonesboro, GA. The family will receive friends on Wednesday February 1st from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Mrs. Chase was born July 24, 1936, in Springfield, to the late James F. and Ola Mae Carroll Apple. She was a retired LPN and was a member of Hope Apostolic Church in Springfield. Mrs. Chase was a Genealogist, and after extensive research in her family genealogy she wrote a book entitled “Climbing the Apple Tree”. She also enjoyed fishing, camping, working puzzles, spending time with her family, especially the grandchildren, and just living life to the fullest.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Sam P. Chase, by her stepdaughters: Rita Lockwood and Gwen Kleva, and by her sister: Patsy Rucker. Mrs. Chase is survived by her son and daughter-in-law: Harold Lee “Buddy” and Nancy Jacobs of Dover, by her daughter and son-in-law: Tammy and Pete Reagin of Adairville, KY, by her stepdaughter: Brenda McDaniel and husband Shawn of Ridgetop, by her sister and brother-in-law: Connie and George Miller of Georgia, and by her 4 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Gary “Doc” Wills
Gary Clifford Wills “Doc”, age 81 of Chapmansboro, Tennessee, died Sunday, January 29, 2023 at his home.
A memorial service will be held at 12 o’ clock noon on Saturday, February 4, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View. Burial of cremains will be in Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery on Thursday, February 9th at 11:00am.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, from 11:00AM until the time of service at noon.
Mr. Wills was born on March 16, 1941, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Clifford & Irene Estes Wills. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Vietnam War and was a member of the VFW in Clarksville.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Reed.
Survivors include his brother, Douglas (Kelley) Wills; sister, Janet (Ron) Spencer; and granddaughter, Jennifer (Charlie) Parker.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Dale Marie Billings
Age 83 of Greenwood, SC, formerly of East Nashville, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Self Regional Medical Center in Greenwood, SC. She was born December 11, 1939 in Nashville, TN to Rhodes & Alice Dearman Graham. She worked as a technician for Bell South and also traveled with her husband, Jasper as he was a Colonel auctioneer. Dale was a proud alumnus of East Nashville High School and was proud to call Nashville her home. She was a people person and loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed thrifting, antique shopping, traveling to the beach and cooking for her family. She also enjoyed watching comedy shows and had a great sense of humor. She was a devout Christian who enjoyed serving others. Dale was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Jasper Newton Billings; brother, Morris; 3 sisters, Virginia, Thelma and Addean. She is survived by her son; Buck (Catia) Billings, Greenwood, SC; daughter, Tina Louise (Larry) Davis, Cross Plains, TN; step-sons, Darrell Billings, Atlanta, GA, Gary Billings, Nashville, TN and Keith Billings, Franklin, TN; 4 grandchildren, Jasper Billings, James Billings, Savannah Thiem and Brittany Davis; 6 step-grandchildren, Justin, Elizabeth, Marcella, David, Melody and Sharon; 2 great-grandchildren, Karson and Emma.
A memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 7pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Buck Billings officiating. Visitation with the family is planned for Wednesday, February 1, 2023 4-7pm at the funeral home. Inurnment is scheduled for 11am, Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery in Nashville TN.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Richard “Rick” Bonczek
Richard Anthony Bonczek “Rick”, age 67, of Cedar Hill, Tennessee, died Sunday, January 29, 2023 at his home.
A memorial service will be held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 10:00AM on Saturday, March 4.
There will be no visitation prior to the memorial service.
Mr. Bonczek was born on November 8, 1955, in Elmira, New York, to the late Stanley & Rita Kenchesski Bonczek. He was a retired salesman who loved and lived for his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Bonczek.
Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Carol Bonczek; son, Richard Bonczek II; daughters, Challis (Jason) Ryan and Emily Stacy; brothers, Raymond Bonczek, David Bonczek, Sr., and Steve Bonczek; grandchildren, Mahkenze Bonczek, Jackson Bonczek, Elinore Bonczek, Madison Ryan, Mac Ryan, Jacob Cornely, and Emma Stacy; nephew, David Bonczek, Jr., and numerous other nieces & nephews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Brandon Homer Hunley
Brandon Homer Hunley, age 53, of Joelton, Tennessee, passed away on January 22, 2023.
Brandon was born in Nashville, Tennessee and was no stranger to the city of Nashville and Tennessee as a whole. He spent the majority of his life working with his father. Most weekends, if not at a Titan’s game, Brandon could be found at the lake house fishing, repairing boats, working on the house, playing with Chastin, playing with the dogs, and cooking an AMAZING meal. Brandon lived life to its fullest. He was a beautiful soul and will be missed by all who knew him.
Brandon was preceded in death by his mother Sandra Kay Young.
Survivors include Alisa Herman and Devin Arrington; father Homer Hunley; brother Chad (Diana) Hunley; sister Katlyn Hunley; and nephew Chastin Pillow.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 26th from 1 P.M. until 7 P.M. and again Friday, January 27th from 9 A.M. until the hour of Service at 11 A.M. with Brother David Royalty officiating.
Anderson & Garrett Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements 3501 Old Clarksville Pike Joelton, TN 37080
Obituary for James Randall “Skeeter” Stout
James Randall “Skeeter” Stout, age 67 of Adairville, KY, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, January 30, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with his brother, Jeff Henley officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in Adairville with Chris Jackson, Trinity Stout, Nolen Stout, Josh Stout, Donnie Wallace, and Jerry Wallace serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Roy Maddle, Roger Daniels, Wayne Stout, and Bo Spencer. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 10 AM until the hour of service.
Skeeter was born March 6, 1955 in Evansville, IN to the late Willie Stout and the late Agnes Calista Holloway Bright. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ellen Jackson Stout. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a plumber in construction having worked for Jerry Bruce Plumbing and Hutch Pools. He loved his family which was the most important thing to him. He also loved his dog, Cole. He enjoyed canoeing, pitching horseshoes, dinking beer, and riding his Harley motorcycle.
He is survived by his sons, Christopher Jackson of Springfield, Trinity James (Tiffany) Stout of Greenbrier, Nolan Wayne (Trish) Stout of Nashville, and Joshua Jaylynn (Star) Stout of Springfield; grandchildren, Taylor Blackwell, Shelby Parrish, Gracie Stout, and Adrianna Stout; great grandson, Jameson Parrish; brothers, Wayne Stout of Adams and Jeff Henley of Bethpage; sister, Debbie Moore and her daughters, Julie and Lisa of Buffalo, NY; cousins, Donnie and Jerry Wallace; and best friend, Roy Maddle.
The family request, if so desired for memorial contributions to be made to Adrianna Stout. 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 Douglas Boyd
Douglas Boyd, age 84 of Ashland City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Saturday, January 28th, with Marvis West officiating. Burial followed at EverRest of Cheatham with his nephews serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday, from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mr. Boyd was born on July 3, 1938 in Ashland City, Tennessee to the late George & Jessie Cothren Boyd. Douglas graduated from Cheatham County High school where he was an outstanding football and basketball player. He was inducted into the Cheatham County Sports Hall of Fame in 2021. Douglas retired from the Tennessee Department of Transportation after 43 years of service. He loved to spend time in the garden, go to Kentucky, fish, hunt, go to any auction and play golf. He was a veteran of the United States Army.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, James, Clarence, Jewel, Tony and Jimmy Boyd; sisters Katie Darrow, Edith Hargrove and Virginia Gibbs.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years Frances Ann Hunter Boyd; daughter, Wendy Boyd of Sweetwater, Tn.; son & daughter-in-law, Adam and Laura Boyd of Naples, Fl.; three precious grandchildren, Hunter & Mackenzie Boyd and Kimora Lyon; sisters, Nellie Perry and Lillie Davidson; sister-in-law, Joyce Boyd; and his furry friend, Gus.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl., Memphis, Tn 38105.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Clyde Bedwell
Clyde Bedwell, age 92, of Greenbrier, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023 at NHC Springfield.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2pm Monday, January 30, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Bro. Ken Castleberry and Bro. Jon Briggs officiating. Burial will follow is Springfield Memorial Gardens with Michael Boyce, Michael Peterson, Mike Vaccarella, Jerry Gregory, Monty Gregory and Ivan Bell serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends from 10am until time of the service at 2pm Monday at the funeral home.
Mr. Bedwell was born October 27, 1930 to the late Ora Foden and Essie Marie Ellis Bedwell. He retired from the glass plant at Ford Motor Company.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bedwell was preceded in death by a brother, Russell Leo “Kitty” Bedwell.
He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Margery Bedwell; daughter, Nancy Mellinger; granddaughter, Christina Anne Peterson; and 6 great grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Gary Cranford Wehunt
Gary Cranford Wehunt, age 70, of Greenbrier, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at his home.
Mr. Wehunt’s wishes were to be cremated and there are no services scheduled at this time.
Gary was born January 5, 1953 in Ypsilanti, MI to the late Cranford and Nellie Elliott Wehunt.
He is survived by his sons, Aaron and Andy Wehunt; and a sister, Linda Boyle.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Dale Marie Billings
Arrangements Incomplete at this time
Obituary for Tim Head
Timothy Kent Head, age 61, of White House, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services were held Friday, January 27, 2023 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Kenneth Wayne Head officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Brandon Head, Eric Head, Austin Head, Justin Head, Randy Head, Jeffrey Head, and Keith Head serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Bruce Head, Carney Felts, Timmy Crutcher, Billy Corbin, Joe Maxey and Marc Garner.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Friday from 11am until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mr. Head was born June 14, 1961 in Springfield to the late Mr. Don Keith Head, Sr. and Mrs. Catherine Cohea Head of Coopertown. He worked in the Finance Department at Stewart Williams Company and was the co-owner of H&H Motors with his father. He enjoyed cars, grilling, attending tractor pulls with his brothers, spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and he was a member of the White House Church of Christ.
In addition to his father, Mr. Head is preceded in death by his brother, Don Head, Jr. In addition to his mother, Mr. Head is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Brandon and Kayla Head, Eric Head and Austin Head; brother, Randy Head; mother of his children, Terri Murphy; grandchildren, Bailey Elizabeth Head, Xander Keith Head, and Kennedy Reese Head; niece, Lindsey (Justin) Head; nephew, Keith (Giselle) Head; and a number of cousins and dear friends.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Walter William “Walt” Kaukas Sr.
Walter William “Walt” Kaukas Sr., age 53, of Goodlettsville, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at his home.
Walt’s wishes were to be cremated and no services are scheduled. The family will however receive friends from 11am until 1pm Saturday, February 4, 2023 at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier.
Mr. Kaukas was born March 10, 1969 in Springfield to the late Robert Lee and Ann O’Geal Mayes Kaukas. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved to travel and be outdoors with his wife and kids.
Mr. Kaukas is survived by his wife of 18 years, Carrie Kaukas; son, Walter Kaukas Jr.; daughters, Abbey and Aubrey Kaukas; step-mother, Donna Kaukas; and brothers, Rob (Jenny) Kaukas and Troy Kaukas.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for Mable Earline Sloan
Mable Earline Prentice Sloan, age 89, of Greenbrier, passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at Morningside Assisted Living in Springfield.
Funeral services were conducted at 2pm Saturday, January 28th in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Dr. Frank Gagliano and Bro. Jon Briggs officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Douglas Sloan Jr., O’Neil Sloan, Jordan Sloan, Caleb Sloan, Gaston Cabral and Luis Ortiz serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends from 10am until time of the service at 2pm Saturday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Sloan was born September 14, 1933 in Nashville to the late Earl Nelson and Rosie Smith Prentice. She was a lifelong member of Oakland Baptist Church where she served as the pianist for over 40 years. Mrs. Sloan retired from Dupont and enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas O’Neil Sloan Sr.; a son, Victor Sloan; and a brother, Joe Prentice.
Mrs. Sloan is survived by her sons, Douglas Sloan Jr., and Tim (Amy) Sloan; daughter, Donna (Phil) Vance; 7 grandchildren, O’Neil (Tenisha) Sloan, Jordan (Emily) Sloan, Tori Sloan, Caleb Sloan, Hannah (C.J.) Strehlow, Whitney (Luis) Ortiz and Stephanie (Gaston) Cabral; 3 great grandchildren, Alyssa Sloan, Cairistine Sloan and Lumen Sloan; sisters, Jeanette Hall and Marsha (Tommy) Crosslin; sister-in-law, Marie; and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
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Obituary for Lutellus “Lew” Ralph Baumgartel, III
A Celebration of Life service for Lutellus “Lew” Ralph Baumgartel, III, age 59, of Clarksville, TN, was Friday, January 20, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Sykes Funeral Home. The family received friends from 1:00 PM until the time of the service.
Lew was born on July 13, 1963, in PA. He passed away on January 16, 2023. Lew was a veteran of the United States Army and was a proud supporter of the 2nd Amendment. Aside from his family he loved 5 things: his dog Little Bit, his country, Alabama football, smoking a good cigar, and guns.
He is preceded in death by his father, Lutellus Ralph Baumgartel, II. Lew is survived by his loving wife, Melissa Baumgartel; mother, Marlene Baumgartel; children, Nicholas (Hannah) Baumgartel and Abbey (Patrick Gonzalez) Baumgartel; grandchildren, Grayson Knox Baumgartel and one on the way, Bodhi Baumgartel; and sister, Stephanie (Hunter) Short.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to That Others May Live Foundation, 871 Coronado Center Drive Suite 200, Henderson, NV 89052 or your local animal shelter of your choice in Lew’s name.
Arrangements entrusted to Sykes Funeral Home & Crematory 424 Franklin St Clarksville, TN 37040
Obituary for Joe Thomas “JoJo” Goodfred, Jr.
Joe Thomas “JoJo” Goodfred, Jr., 55, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday January 22, 2023, at Skyline Medical Center from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday January 28th at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Elmwood Cemetery with Barry Rice, Nolan Stout, Ryan Harrell, Fred Wesche, Mikey Murphy, and Allen Anderson serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
JoJo was born September 23, 1967, in Nashville. He was the owner and operator of Joe’s Lawn Service and was a member of Friendship Baptist in Millersville. JoJo enjoyed fishing, collecting miniature racecars, and watching NASCAR, wrestling, and football, especially the Tennessee Titans. He was preceded in death by his stepmother: Pamela Goodfred, by his stepfather: Joe Norris, by his brothers: Jeffery Allen and Ronald Dewayne Norris, and by his niece: Kelsea Lamb.
JoJo is survived by his mother: Carol Cohea Norris of Cedar Hill, by his father: Joe Thomas Goodfred, Sr., of Joelton, by his sisters: Kathy Jo Goodfred (Jeff) of Springfield, Precious, Breanna, and Joyce Norris all of Cedar Hill, by his brother: Jeremiah (Alyssa) Norris of Cedar Hill, by his aunts: Terry (Sam) Lawson of Indianapolis, IN, Deborah (Marshall) Baker of Cedar Hill, and Tina (Bo) Staton of Hendersonville, by his very special cousin: Patricia Pendleton Stout, and by his nieces: Shelby Goodfred and Haylee Lamb.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Josephine Kirkham Hulsey
Josephine Kirkham Hulsey, age 85 of Springfield, passed from this life on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Signature Healthcare of Portland.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. J.T. Curtis and Bro. John Rushing officiating. Burial followed in Providence Cemetery in Franklin, KY with Austin Hulsey, Preston Hulsey, Joshua Hulsey, Kyle Bush, Dustin Scott, and Kealan Wills serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 10 AM until the hour of service.
Mrs. Hulsey was born August 18, 1937 in Orlinda to the late William Deward and Edna Earl Dixon Kirkham. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church and was retired from Nutritive Sweetner’s in Nashville and had also worked for several years at Cut & Sew in Orlinda. She was a graduate of East Robertson High School Class of 1955 and Draughon’s Business College. She enjoyed rocking her grandchildren and great grandchildren, spending time with her family, and reading novels in her spare time.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Claiburn Hulsey; two sons, Randy Hulsey and Mark Hulsey; brothers, Gerald Kirkham, Lloyd Kirkham, Charles Kirkham, and Danny Kirkham; and sisters, Nancy Groves and Joan Crabtree.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Timmy and Rhonda Hulsey of Springfield; brothers and sister-in-law, David and Leslie Kirkham of Springfield and Allen Kirkham of Orlinda; 8 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Eunice Christine Cook
Age 83 of Red Boiling Springs, formerly of Orlinda, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Hartsville Health and Rehab. She was born July 17, 1939 in Calmer, KY to James Herbert & Alta Harris Smith. She worked as a homemaker and was a member of Cherry Mound Baptist Church. She loved the mountains, especially the Cumberland Gap area. She was talented in sewing, knitting and crocheting. She enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening and spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Thomas Cook; daughter, Cindy Lamb; great-grandson, Everett Cook; sister, Tammy Burke. She is survived by her son, Alan Cook, Lafayette, TN; daughters, Donna (Bruce) Rubley, Hayden, Idaho and Christi (Chris) Kellas, Portland, TN; brother, Ray (Marie) Smith, Morristown, TN; sisters, Phyllis Hoskins, Whitesburg, TN and Patricia Wilson, Middlesboro, KY; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Greg Young officiating. Interment followed in Pleasant Grove UMC Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Wednesday, January 25, 2023 4-8PM and Thursday, January 26, 2023 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 Meghan Vanatta
Jennifer “Meghan” Vanatta, age 33 of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023 at her home.
A celebration of life service was conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Thursday, January 26th with Alexander Young officiating. Her remains were cremated after the service.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 25th from 1:00PM until 5:00PM and again on Thursday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Jennifer was born on March 20, 1989 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late James Timothy Vanatta and Gwendolyn Robin Vanatta Delplane. She was employed with Kroger as an assistant manager. Meghan had a bubbly spirit that was felt by everyone around her. Her laughter will be missed by her family and friends.
Meghan had a bubbly personality and an unmistakable loud infectious laugh. She was brave, courageous, and if anyone needed courage she was right there and had plenty to share. She enjoyed her job and loved her family and friends fiercely. In her teenage years, she could be found with the ROTC at Wilson Central. Most weekends she loved nothing more than spending time with her mother, sisters, and any other family or friends that loved the water and wanted to be out on the lake boating. She was so daring and loved to try new sporting activities and sometimes she made them up as she went along. As a family a great many weekends were spent at the lake laughing, swimming, and challenging anyone and everyone she could. We visited many nearby lakes but her favorites were Percy Priest and Center Hill. Most Fourth of July’s were spent either in downtown Nashville or at Percy Priest lake skiing, tubing, swimming. After many fun filled hours we would pick a spot and watch fireworks shows while eating sandwiches, chips, and granola bars. Many times while waiting for the fireworks she would decide she wanted to get back in the water but Meghan’s way. She would run from the back of the boat to the front and jump off the bow and if she doused anyone well that was just fine with her and being her creative feisty self loved to do it Meghan style. Her creativity grew every day. She recently began making large bows for doors during her free time. Each one more “Meghan” than the last.
In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her step-father, Donnie Delplane; grandfather, Jerry Vanatta; grandmother, Nelle Pardue Williams.
She is survived by her mother, Robin Delplane; grandmother, Jessie Batts; grandfather, Robert Williams; brother, Eric (Christy) Vanatta; sisters, Kyla (Ryan) Chapman and Autumn (Alex) Young; nephews, Nathan Vanatta, James Vanatta, Callyn Chapman, Kodee Young and Alexander Young, II; nieces, Madison Pitts, Jaylen Vanatta, Annibell Arber, Alexis Young, and Alexandria Young; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Vanderbilt University Medical Center Development, P.O. Box 290369, 525 Royal Parkway, Nashville, Tennessee, 37229. Also, donations may be made online at VanderbiltHealth.org\giving. Gifts will support the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund in memory of Meghan Vanatta.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Debra Ann Mohon
“Debbie” Age 59 of White House passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023 at The Residence of Alive Hospice. She was born September 10, 1963 in Greenville, KY to Bobby & Ramona “Ann” Moore Tatum. She worked as the business office manager for White House Health Care. Debbie enjoyed crafting, flower gardening, home decorating and driving her little red jeep. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, who called her Mee Maw.
She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Bryan Vaughn. She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Glenn Mohon, White House, TN; son, Josh (Christine) Mohon, Fort Leonardwood, MO; brother, Joe (Cathy) Tatum, Central City, KY; 2 grandchildren, Finnik and Layla; cousin/best friend, Kim (Ryan) Drake; nieces, Ryan (Shane) Rizzo, Hope Mohon, Kaitlin (KC) Denson, Whitney (Andrew) Gaylen and Jenna Keltz; nephews, Jacob Mohon and Brandon Keltz; brothers-in-law, Brian (Kim) Mohon and Dirk (Kyle) Mohon; many more cousins, family, friends and co-workers.
A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, February 10, 2023 at 4pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Roger Heltsley officiating. Inurnment will be held in the spring at White House Memorial Gardens. Visitation with the family is planned for Friday, February 10, 2023 1-4pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Lisa Kaye Cochran McEwing
Lisa Kaye Cochran McEwing, age 63 of Springfield, Tennessee, died Sunday January 22, 2023, at TriStar North Crest.
Honoring Lisa’s request, she was cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Lisa was born November 12, 1959, in Griffin, GA to the late John M. Cochran Sr. and Evelyn Bishop Cochran. A brother, John M. Cochran Jr, sister, Teresa Davis and a grandchild also preceded her in death. Lisa loved her family and her animals with all her heart. Some of the activities Lisa enjoyed doing were going camping at Barren River Lake, shopping at Goodwill and bingo and casinos.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry McEwing, children, Angel (Scott) Nunn and Nathan (Felicia) Graham, brother, Kenneth Cochran, sister, Kim McGee, grandchildren, Aleeah Barnett, Layla Barnett, Trevis Nunn, Destin Nunn and one on the way.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Gladys Marie Eller Lambert
Gladys Marie Eller Lambert, 76, of Springfield, passed from this life on Tuesday January 17, 2023, at her home.
Memorial services were conducted Friday January 20th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. The family received friends on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Gladys was born September 11, 1946, in Pembroke, KY to the late Austin and Helen Ward Eller. She was a retired real estate agent, having worked for Patricia Searcy Realty and Greenbrier Realty. Gladys enjoyed singing, dancing, watching Fox News, eating sweets, and drinking coffee. She always loved having company in her home and talking to people. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Tommy Lambert and by her brother: James Robert Abney.
Gladys is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Rhonda and Jerry Lowe of Apple Grove, WV, by her granddaughter: Jessica Traughber of Springfield, and by her great grandson: Cason Coleman.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for James Gray Richards, Jr.
James Gray Richards, Jr., 96, of Adairville, KY, passed away on Monday January 16, 2023, at Creekwood Nursing Center in Russellville, KY.
Graveside services were conducted Friday January 20th at 1:00 p.m. in the Sulphur Spring Cemetery in Franklin, KY with Brother Marvin Crouch and Brother Flint Redwine officiating. Pallbearers were Dickie Richards, Donald Richards, Jerry Richards, Ben Richards, Steve Dorris, and James Jackson. Honorary pallbearers were Jesse Richards, Tom Richards, Lewis Richards, Linda Dorris, Judy Jackson, Lisa Richards, and Elizabeth Smith. There was no visitation prior to the graveside service on Friday.
Mr. Richards was born December 10, 1926, in Franklin, KY to the late James Penny and Chester Freas Richards. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a retired welder from Unarco, and was a member of the Adairville Church of Christ. Mr. Richards enjoyed flower gardening, cooking, and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and friends, and everyone that knew him knows how much he loved to laugh. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Edna Sjlournd Richards, and by his siblings: Robert Earl and Eugene Richards.
Mr. Richards is survived by his son and daughter-in-law: Dickie Lee and Tammy Richards of Adairville, KY, by his brothers and sisters-in-law: Tom and Jean Richards of Adairville, KY, Jesse Richards of Gold City, KY, Donald and Julia Richards of Springfield, Lewis Richards of Myrtle Beach, and Jerry and Linda Richards of Lizalla, GA, by his sisters and brothers-in-law: Linda Joyce and Steve Dorris of Franklin, KY and Judy Kay and James Jackson of Springfield, by his grandchildren: Ben Richards and Susan Lowry, by his step grandchildren: Brandi Addison, William Hallas, and Kristi Addison, by his 6 great grandchildren and 2 step great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for David Lee Gregory
David Lee Gregory, 73, of Springfield, passed from this life on Monday January 16, 2023, at his home.
Memorial services were conducted Thursday January 19th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Brother Greg Smith officiating. The family received friends on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
David was born January 18, 1949, in Springfield. He was a graduate of White House High School Class of 1967 and was a retired Inventory Specialist/Locator for the City of Springfield Gas Department. David loved shooting sports, guns, CB Radio, motorcycles, fishing, and was an athlete that enjoyed playing and watching all kinds of sports. He was a jack of all trades and loved playing ping pong with his buddies.
David was preceded in death by his father: Walter Lee Gregory, by his mother: Josephene Baldwin Nobach, by his brother: Randall Aaron Nobach, and by his grandson: Landon David Estes Gregory. He is survived by his wife of 34 years: JoAnn Moffitt Gregory of Springfield, by his son: David Lynn Gregory of Springfield, by his daughters: Teresa Gregory Smith and husband Brad of Greenbrier, Lisa Cadwell and husband Terry of Springfield, and Denise Routzahn and husband Eric of Springfield, by his brothers and sister-in-law: Timmy and Brenda Gregory of Ridgetop and Bryan Ferguson of Texas, by his sister and brother-in-law: Debbie and David Norman of Clarksville, by his grandchildren: Samantha Keith, Matt Richardson, Josef Urban, Kyle Cadwell, Emma Gregory, Thomas Gregory, Blake Smith, and Camron Smith, and by his great grandchildren: Emmitt Keith, Stoney Richardson, and Cayson Gregory.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Morriss-Gregory Child Advocacy Center and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Larry George McGee
Age 74 of White House went home to be with the Lord Saturday, January 21, 2023 at his home. He was born February 8, 1948 in Eupora, MS to William and Emma Hooper McGee. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. He was employed for 14 years with General Motors. In 1986 he was named one of GM’s top technicians in the US. He then retired after 25 years of service with PalfleetTrucking. Larry was an active member of Temple Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher. He had also served as past chairman of the deacons. He loved camping, fishing, working puzzles, reading, working in his yard and flowers, building things with his hands and as he put it just “piddlin”.
He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Brenda McGee, White House, TN; 5 children, Lori (Luke) Legg, Nolensville, TN; Christopher McGee, Quincy, Massachusetts; Brandon (Stephanie) McGee, Whites Creek, TN; Kimberly (Michael) Powers, White House, TN and Kevin Hopper, Murfreesboro, TN; sister, Sarah Waller, Maven, MS; 9 grandchildren, Cody Legg, Zachary Legg, Skylar McGee, Laken McGee, Blaze McGee, Garrett Davis, Logan Davis, Faith Powers and Hope Powers; 4 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 11am at Temple Baptist Church 117 Marlin Road White House, TN 37188 with Bro. H.D. Jones officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with Cody Legg, Zachary Legg, Blaze McGee, Garrett Davis, Logan Davis, Michael Powers and Luke Legg serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were the Bellsouth Pioneers Camping Club. Visitation with the family was Tuesday, January 24, 2023 4-8pm at Austin and Bell Funeral Home in White House and 10am-11am on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at Temple Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Temple Baptist Church Legacy Campaign 117 Marlin Road White House, TN 37188.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Vernon Ray Johnson Sr.
Vernon Ray Johnson Sr., age 90, of Cedar Hill, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023 at his home.
Funeral services were conducted at 1pm Tuesday, January 24, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Bro. Keith Howell officiating. Graveside services were conducted at 9am Wednesday, January 25, 2023 in the Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery with Christopher Hunter, Cory Hunter, Jimmy Hunter, Bradley Robinson, Joshua Graves and Martin Pruett serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Harold Johnson, Tony Johnson, Edwin Plush, Ron Bradshaw and BJ Lance.
The family received friends from 4-8pm Monday at the funeral home.
Mr. Johnson was born September 30, 1932 in Joelton, TN to the late Robert and Ethel Mary Krantz Johnson. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, a Mason and Shriner, and member of the Eastern Star, American Legion Post 105, and Coopertown Church of Christ.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by a son, Vernon Ray Johnson Jr.; sister, Ernestine Johnson; and a brother, Jimmy Johnson.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Celean Davidson Johnson; daughters, Karen Edwards and Celeste (Jimmy) Hunter; 4 grandchildren, Toni Graves, Kristie Farrell, Cory Hunter and Christopher Hunter; 6 great grandchildren, Joshua Graves Jr., Nicholas Graves, Owen Hunter, Brittney McKin, Cody Farrell and Zachery Farrell; brothers, Harold (Jean) Johnson and Tony Johnson.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Betty Jean Douglas
Betty Jean Douglas, age 81, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services were held Monday, January 23, 2023 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Brother Donnie Bryant officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tim Rawls, Andy Hall, Eric Hall, Blake Jenkins, Rion Edwards and Tom Rawls serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Monday from 10am until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mrs. Douglas was born April 18, 1941 in Greenbrier to the late Orin and Christine Baggett Hall. She grew up attending Rock Springs Baptist Church along with her parents and her sisters. The family was very active and engaged in most all services and events at the church. It was there where Mrs. Douglas made a profession of faith and was baptized. Although she moved her membership after marriage and was currently a member at Springfield Baptist Church, she was not a stranger to Rock Springs. She often attended homecoming and other special events with her sisters.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Douglas is preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Douglas, Sr. and her sister, Alice Faye Sullivan. Mrs. Douglas is survived by her son, Howard Ronald Douglas, Jr.; daughter, Lori Jean Douglas; sisters, Elizabeth Rawls and Shirley Franks; and grandchildren, Elizabeth Douglas, Rion Edwards, and Ragan Edwards.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church Building Fund or to Greenbrier High School Softball. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41S, Greenbrier, TN
Obituary for Douglas Eugene Downing
Rev. Douglas Eugene Downing, age 95, of Adams, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Brookdale Senior Living in Clarksville.
Funeral services were conducted at 1pm Monday Jnauary 22, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Rev. Tyler Estep and Bro. Jordan Estep officiating. Burial followed in the Bellwood Cemetery with Steve Haley, Paul Sholar, Ricky Poor, Neil Bourne, Buddy Bourne and Mark Bourne serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Mr. Downing’s nieces and nephews.
The family received friends from 2-6pm Sunday and again from 11am until time of the service at 1pm Monday at the funeral home.
Mr. Downing was born February 2, 1927 in Lyon County, KY to the late Robert Lee and Eliza Jane Sikes Downing. He was a U.S. Army Air Corp veteran having served during WWII and was a retired Baptist Minister, pastoring for over 60 years.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Downing was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Bourne Downing, 3 brothers and 7 sisters.
Bro. Downing is survived by a daughter, Sheila (Charles) Butts; 7 grandchildren, Tyler (Lauren) Estep, Jordan (Megan) Estep, Calob (Trisha) Butts, Jessica (Daniel) Cunningham, Amanda (Mack) Clayton, Emily Lepper and Stephanie Standridge; 10 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 947765, Atlanta, GA 30394 or by visiting https://donate.lovetotherescue.org
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Betty Lou Sherman
Age 93 of Gallatin went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Gallatin Center for Rehab. She was born December 13, 1929 in Woodstock, VA. She worked for the Sunshine Biscuit company when she was younger. She also played basketball in her younger years. She was a member of United Church in Gallatin. She loved working in the church and had served as a Sunday School teacher at several churches over the years. She lived most of her life in Mansfield, OH. But she moved to Tennesse in 2003. Miss Sherman never married but loved her 36 nieces and nephews and her special friends, JoAnn Smith, Ralph Smith, III, Dan Smith and Julie Elerick.
She is preceded in death by her parents; 6 brothers, Milton, Jack, Junie Donnie, Richard & Charles Sherman; 3 sisters, Nancy Hottle, Anna Marshall & Margaret Kibler. There are no services planned at this time, but a memorial service is being planned for a later date.
This obituary will be updated when those plans are finalized.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Charles Clyde Browning Sr.
Charles Clyde Browning Sr., age 90, of Springfield, passed from this life peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
A Memorial Service was conducted at 5pm on Saturday, January 28, 2023 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.
The family received friends from 2-5pm on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the funeral home.
Mr. Browning was born January 7, 1933 in Springfield to the late Clyde and Minnie Murphy Browning. He was a retired U.S. Army veteran and served during the Korean War. Mr. Browning also retired from ABF Freight as a truck driver. Charles enjoyed farming, driving tractors and his lawn mower. He loved his wife, children, and grandchildren very much.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Browning was preceded in death by a grandson, Ethan Biggs.
Charles is survived by his wife, Barbara Nell Dorris Browning; daughters, Lynn Browning, Johnna (Cliff) Presley and Kendall Hawk; sons, Chuck (Dawn) Browning, Blake (Lori) Browning and Boone Browning; granddaughters, Darby Browning and Emma Biggs; grandson, Zach (Maddey) Jackson; and a brother, Mack Browning.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Andrew Carr
Andrew Neilsen Carr, age 58, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at his home.
Funeral services were held Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 1pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Robert H. Bell, Stephen Carr and Bartley Burnett officiating. Burial followed in the Greenbrier Cemetery with Preston Carr, Taylor Carr, Nathan Carr, Anthony Carr, Chris Carr and Stephen Carr serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 4-8pm and again on Saturday from 12Noon until the hour of service at 1pm.
Mr. Carr was born April 10, 1964 in Nashville. He worked as a plumber at Jack Ward for many years, he loved the TN Vols and was an avid Nashville Predators fan.
Mr. Carr is preceded in death by his brother, George Carr. He is survived by his father, Phillip Carr; mother, Neada George Carr; sons, Andrew Taylor Carr and Preston Browning Carr; daughters, Suzanne Elizabeth Carr and Cathryn Jean Carr; brothers and sisters-in-law, Anthony Carr, Chris and Joanne Carr, Stephen and Beth Carr, and Nathan and Michelle Carr; sisters and brother-in-law, Mary Castleman and Eve and Wayne Helm. Mr. Carr is also survived by a number of extended family members and dear friends that will miss him dearly.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Flora Strauser
Flora Gaye Strauser, age 67 of Chapmansboro, Tennessee, passed away, Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at her home.
Her wishes were to be cremated and no services are planned.
Mrs. Strauser was born on November 12, 1955 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Eugene and Corrine Richards. She was in customer service with T-Mobile telephone company. Flora was an avid Cleveland Browns football fan. She was the most fun- loving person to be around and the most loving mother and grandmother ever.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a grandson, Bailey Hammonds; brother, James Richards; sisters, Ruth Benton and Martha Murray.
Survivors include her husband of 20 years, Terry Strauser; daughters, Amanda (Rick) Hammonds, Gwendolyn Coursey, and Krysta (Josh) Wade; son, Adam (Amanda) Strauser; brother, Bubba (Linda) Richards; and grandchildren, Tyler, Austin, Sayde, Alyssa, Ember, Jovi, and Oliver.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 2000 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, Tn 37203.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Arthur Wendell Gibson Jr
Age 87 of White House went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at his home. He was born December 10, 1935 in Nashville, TN to Arthur Wendell Gibson, Sr. & Loette Huggins Gibson. He worked in maintenance for Western Electric/AT&T until his retirement. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines in Korea. He also worked some in real estate. Mr. Gibson was a member of White House Church of Christ. He was an artist/painter and he loved playing and watching sports, boxing, football, basketball and softball.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert Earl Gibson; granddaughter, Tracy Gibson. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Betty Gibson, White House, TN; son, Steven Gibson, Knoxville, TN; daughters, Rhonda (David) Gourley, Portland, TN and Sharon Gibson, White House, TN; grandchild, Morgan Carter; 5 great grandchildren, Lexie, Jordan, Rylan, Hudson and Roman.
A memorial service was held Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 2pm at White House Church of Christ with Bro. David Swanger officiating. Inurnment was at the White House Church of Christ Cemetery. Visitation was Saturday, January 28, 2023 12-2pm at the church. Memorial contributions are encouraged to White House Church of Christ for their parking lot fund.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Mary Farmer Montgomery
Mary Elizabeth Farmer Montgomery, age 94, of Union, Kentucky, formerly of Pleasant View, died Monday, January 16, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Saturday, January 21st, with Bro. Paul Edwards and Bro. Jeff Weaver officiating. Burial followed in Pleasant View United Methodist Church Cemetery with family members serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mrs. Montgomery was born on April 6, 1928, in Montgomery, Alabama, to the late Pullman & Fannie Hall Kelly. She was a retired sales associate with Belk Department Store. She had a great love for her crochet group and her church family at Pleasant View United Methodist where she was a longtime member, and for her many friends at StoryPoint Senior Living in Union, KY.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, James R. Farmer; second husband, Douglas Montgomery; son, Paul Farmer; daughter, Gloria Farmer; and seven siblings.
Survivors include her son, James (Susan) Farmer; granddaughter, Melissa (Don) Gorbandt; and grandsons, Aaron (Sherri) Tice, Eric (Crystal) Farmer, and Scott (Teresa) Farmer; seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, Kentucky 41017 or Pleasant View United Methodist Church, 2621 Church Street, 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 Shirley Evans
Shirley Prince Evans, age 86, of Smyrna, and formerly of Greenbrier, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services were held Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 2pm at the Rock Springs Baptist Church in Greenbrier with Brother Randy Harmon and Brother Robert Tyson officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Dink Grogan, Mark Pinkleton, Joe Ford, John Maynard, Brent Bruce and Jesse Moles serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were James Nash, Bob Wooten and Jacky Webster.
Visitation was held at the church on Thursday from 12noon until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mrs. Evans was born October 18, 1936 in Rienzi, MS to the late William R. and Mary Rinehart Prince. She worked in education for over 30 years serving as a teacher and guidance counselor at Greenbrier High School. She was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church. She loved her church and taught Sunday School Class there for many years.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Evans is preceded in death by her son, David Evans and her brother, William Prince. Mrs. Evans is survived by her husband of 64 years, Brother Frank Evans; son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Cara Evans; brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Angela Prince, Tommy and Treva Prince, and Charles and Kay Prince; sisters and brother-in-law, Jane Browand and Kathy and Jerry Gately; grandchildren, Shelby Evans, Benjamin (Kelsea) Evans, and Alyssa Evans; and great-grandchildren, Emerson Evans and Pippa Evans.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut ST., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Norman Keith Shelton
Age 69 of White House went home to be with the Lord Monday, January 16, 2023 at Hendersonville Medical Center. He was born May 31, 1953 in Nashville, TN to Harlan and Dorothy Brooks Shelton. He retired with 31 years of service as a police officer, having served 14 years for the White House Police Department and then 17 years with the Belle Meade Police Department, where he retired. He enjoyed woodworking, vegetable gardening, mowing his yard, traveling to the beach, watching Andy Griffith and The Three Stooges and he was an avid Beatles fan. Most of all he adored his four grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them.. He was a member of White House Church of Christ.
Norman is preceded in death by his parents and an infant grandson. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Debbie Shelton, White House, TN; sons, Josh (Sara) Shelton, Cottontown, TN Jason (Hope) Shelton, Murfreesboro, TN and Jonathan Shelton, White House, TN; brother, Dean (Tina) Shelton, Nashville, TN; sisters, Linda (Wayne) Veach, Murfreesboro, TN and Carolyn Ivey, Huntsville, AL; 4 grandchildren, Wally Shelton, Birdie Shelton, Roscoe Shelton and Porter Shelton; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral service was held Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 1pm at White House Church of Christ with Bro. David Swanger, Bro. Matt Shouse and Bro. Keith Barnett officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with Chuck Williams, David Hindman, Pat Brady, Chuck Davis, Mike Cummings, Wade West and Matt Williamson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were his Bojangles and Hardee’s friends and past and present members of the Belle Meade and White House Police Departments. Visitation was held Wednesday, January 18, 2023 4-8pm and Thursday, January 19, 2023 10am until the hour of the service at the church.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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