In Loving Memory: Obituaries June 26-July 2, 2023
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Elizabeth “Betty” Tune
Elizabeth “Betty” Brown Tune, age 75, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023 at her home.
Inurnment of her remains will be held at 11am Saturday, July 22, 2023 in the Elmwood Cemetery with The Rev. Dr. Jason Jones officiating.
Mrs. Tune was born February 1, 1948 in Robertson County, TN to the late James W. and Sarah Holmes Brown. She was a graduate of George Peabody College, and was a high school English teacher in Metro Nashville Public Schools for over 30 years. She was a member of Springfield First United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Tune was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas B. Tune, Jr.
Mrs. Tune is survived by her sister, Anne Dare Brown Haynes; niece, Allison Haynes Holman, great-nephews, Jay (Libby) Holman and Alan Holman and her devoted friend and caregiver, Marcia Hale.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Richard Hayes
Born May 18, 1960 in Paris, Tennessee, he was proud to be a Tennessean. You could always find him cheering for the home teams: the Tennessee Volunteers, the Titans, and the Predators. He never met a stranger he couldn’t talk to, nor a truck or machine he couldn’t operate. He was most proud of his daughter, Krista, and his granddaughter, Kendra. After retiring from the State of Tennessee Highway Department, he spent most of his time helping his daughter, Krista, catering to his granddaughter, Kendra and caring for his mother. Nothing made him happier than helping others, especially if that meant he could go somewhere in his truck and talk to everyone he met along the way.
Mr. Hayes is predeceased by his grandparents, Lee and Ethel Hayes and John and Bertha Stokes and his father, Warren G. Hayes.
Mr. Hayes is survived by his mother, Mary S. Hayes, daughter, Krista, granddaughter, Kendra, and sister Marilyn. He is also survived by one uncle, Jack Stokes, and a multitude of cousins scattered from Tennessee to California. He met and connected instantly with his biological half-brother a couple of years ago, and a biological half-sister earlier this year. He was blessed with family and friends that will miss him dearly.
Per his wishes, there will be a graveside service only. It will be held Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 2pm in the Springfield Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, please embrace your loved ones, reconnect with family and friends, and smile, at the very least, at the strangers you meet along the path of life. You never know when one friendly word can make all the difference in someone’s day or week.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Jackie Wayne Raines
Jackie Wayne Raines, age 81, of Greenbrier, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023 at his home.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be conducted at 4pm Saturday, July 15th at the Robertson County Church of Christ.
The family will receive friends from 3pm until time of the service at 4pm Saturday, July 15th at the church.
Mr. Raines was born, April 19, 1942 in Nashville, to the late Jack and Katherine Raines. He was a truck driver most of his life, and a member of the Robertson County Church of Christ.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Raines was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Betty Mayo, and Peggy French.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Clarice Raines; sons, Daniel “Danny” Shouse, Paul (Shirley) Shouse, and Timothy “Timmy” Shouse; daughter, Janet (Doug) Raines Mundy; 8 grandchildren, Kristy Allen, Tara Goostree, Cody Shouse, Austin Shouse, Tyler Short, Shelby Short, Megan Short, and Ashley Mundy; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Bobby Raines; and sisters, Linda Boone, and Kathy Raines Gentry.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Highway 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for William Boyd “Billy” Jernigan
William Boyd “Billy” Jernigan, age 90 of Orlinda, passed from this life on Friday, June 30, 2023 at Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday, July 3, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Patrick Gill, Matthew Hudson, Wil Hudson, Jacob Hudson, Travis Jernigan, Aaron Tyree, Chase Tyree, and Richard Hudson serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends at the church on Monday from 12 noon until the time of service.
Mr. Billy was born January 2, 1933 in Orlinda to the late Gerald Payne Jernigan and Elizabeth Randolph Jernigan. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and was a retired dairy farmer and antique dealer. He was a graduate of East Robertson High School class of 51 where he played football and basketball. He enjoyed fishing in his spare time. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Goostree Jernigan; a grandson, Joshua Stamper; great granddaughter, Gabrielle Reeves; and his sister, Glynda Jernigan Hodges.
Surviving him are his son, James Riley Jernigan and wife Marty of Orlinda; daughters, Donna Jernigan Saad of Smyrna and Lisa Jernigan Hudson and husband Richard of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Dana Gill, Charlotte Tyree, Holly Herrold, Travis Jernigan, Wil Hudson, Jacob Hudson, and Matthew Hudson; 19 great grandchildren; special friend, Frances Long; and his dog Twister.
If so desired, memorial contributions can be made to the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. 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 Vickie Ann Spurlock
Vickie Ann Spurlock, 65, of Adams, passed from this life on Thursday June 29, 2023, at her home.
Her wishes were to be cremated and her ashes buried in the Bellwood Cemetery in Adams.
Vickie was born March 3, 1958, in Clarksville, to the late J.B. and Nancy Sue Herald Spurlock. She was a graduate of Jo Byrns High School Class of 1976 and went on to receive her bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University in 1980. Vickie was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a retired IT Specialist. She enjoyed cooking and working with computers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents: C.B. and Janie Spurlock, Jimmy and Margaret Herald.
Vickie is survived by her sister: Rhonda Mulcahy of Cedar Hill, by her brother: Michael Spurlock of Provincetown, Massachusetts, by her nephews: James Michael (Emily) Mulcahy of Cedar Hill, Matthew (Jaclyn) Mulcahy of Spring Hill, by her great niece: Kylie Ann Mulcahy, and by her great nephew: Brendan Mulcahy.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Jimmy Cook
Jimmy Cook, 87, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday June 27, 2023, at his home.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday July 1st at 1:00 p.m. at the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church with Pastor Russ Noss officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Brandon Smith, Troy Smith, Zachary Spicer, Peyton Smith, Tom Bell, Eddie Dickens, Zane Spicer, and Dicki Eskew serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Colton Shivers, Neyland Smith, Tyler Spicer, Hydden Smith, and Lily Shivers. The family received friends at the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service time.
Mr. Jimmy was born January 18, 1936, in Springfield, to the late James Henry and Frances Wilson Cook. He was a graduate of East Robertson High School Class of 1953, a member of Future Farmers of America (FFA), a retired truck driver with Humbolt Express, a lifelong farmer, and was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Mr. Jimmy enjoyed camping, boating, jet skiing, and hunting.
Mr. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Jean Swearingen Cook, whom he would be married to for 69 years in July of this year, by his daughters: Debbie Cook Bell and husband Tom of Springfield and Cheryl Cook and husband Eddie Dickens of Springfield, by his sister: Barbara Wood of Springfield, by his grandchildren: Brandon (Denise Stuard) Smith, Tiffany (Zane) Spicer, Troy (Brandi) Smith, and Tara Shivers, by his great grandchildren: Peyton Smith, Neyland Smith, Zachary Spicer, Tyler Spicer, Hyddan Smith, Lily Shivers, and Colton Shivers, and by his pet goose: Betsy and his cat: Precious.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for John “Barry” Russell
John “Barry” Russell, age 73, of Greenbrier, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at his home.
Funeral services were conducted at 11am Saturday, July 1st in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier, with David Dickerson officiating. Burial followed in the Mayes Cemetery with Walter Hackney, Randy Moss, John Barrett, Tyler Cato, Jay Shutt, and Eddie Russell serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Trey Gower, and William Gower.
The family received friends from 2-7pm Friday, June 30th and again from 9am until time of the service at 11am Saturday, at the funeral home.
Mr. Russell was born January 6, 1950, in Jonesboro, Arkansas to the late Jessie Andrew and Leona Mae Russell. He was an Assistant Plant Manager with Imperial Fabrication and attended South Haven Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Russell was preceded in death by 5 brothers, Andrew Russell, Sonny Russell, Edward Russell, Johnny Russell, and Ronald Russell; and 4 sisters, Dorothy Russell, Nell Russell, Katherine Russell, and Betty Jo Russell.
Barry is survived by his wife of 38 years, Deborah “Debbie” Russell; sons, Barry “Dwayne” Russell, David Ellis Dickerson, and Daniel Joseph Dickerson; daughter, Becky “Deanna” Russell; 8 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and brothers, Richard Russell, and Larry Russell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Highway 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
Obituary for LaDonne Ragland Hagan
Age 89 of Pleasant Plain, OH, formerly of White House, TN passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at her son’s home. She was born June 21, 1934 in White House, TN to Thomas Savage & Valley Mae Cope Ragland. She worked for Washington Manufacturing in the Accounting Department for many years. She was a former member of White House Church of Christ and Fountain Head Church of Christ before moving to Ohio. In her younger years, she wore many hats of service and was heavily involved with the Portland Little League.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, J.C. Hagan; sister, Carlene Wray; brothers, Frank Ragland and Edgar Ragland; daughter-in-law, Debbie Hagan. She is survived by her sons, Tom Hagan, Pleasant Plain, OH; Chris (Tonya) Hagan, Bowling Green, KY and Eric (Daphne) Hagan, Springfield, TN; daughter, Michelle Hagan Snyder (Bill), Murfreesboro, TN; 7 grandchildren, Mari Catherine, Ben, Philip (Alexandra), Haley, Siera (Bryce), Micah and Callie; 1 great-grandchild, Greyson.
Funeral service is scheduled for Monday, July 3, 2023 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Tom Hagan officiating. Interment will follow in White House Church of Christ Cemetery with family serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family is planned for Monday, July 3, 2023 10am until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions are encouraged to Potter’s Children’s Home 2350 Nashville Road Bowling Green, KY 42101 or to Midwestern Children’s Home 4585 Long-Spurling Road Pleasant Plain, OH 45162
Austin & Bell Funeral Home Arrangements entrusted to 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
(Updated) Obituaries June 19-25, 2023
Obituary for Stella Naomi Crutcher Morrison
Stella Naomi Crutcher Morrison, age 81 of Springfield, passed from this life on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at the Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 11:00 AM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Harmon and Karen Birdwell officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Hall, Jason Hall, Gary Hall, and Chris Crawford. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 9 AM until the hour of service.
Mrs. Morrison was born April 29, 1942 in Nashville to the late George Wesley and Katie Kathleen Pitt Crutcher. She was retired from American General and was of the Baptist faith. Because of health reasons, the last few years she has spent her time watching television, especially game shows. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wayne “Bobby” Morrison; brothers, Robert Crutcher and J.W. Crutcher and sisters, Juanita Newman, Alice Tatum, and Patricia Holman.
Mrs. Naomi is survived by her daughter, Karen Birdwell (Chester Kimble) of Springfield; grandchildren, Kayla Birdwell and Joshua Birdwell; and great grandchildren, Ayden Birdwell and Ella Kate Dawson.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for David Lee Rader
David Lee Rader, age 66 of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center.
His remains are to be cremated and buried in Ohio.
Lee was born September 1, 1956 in Hamilton, OH to the late Lee Roy and Verenda Ann Robertson Rader. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Zane Clark. He was a retired salesman and manager for GM Auto Dealerships. He enjoyed riding horses and farming.
Surviving Mr. Rader are his wife, Kathleen Rader of Greenbrier; children, LeeAnn Sawdey and husband Luke of Illinois, Lauren Rader of Cincinnati. OH, and Storm Clark of Gallatin; grandchildren, Elizabeth Sawdey, Blake Sawdey, Carter Erb, Dayne Clark, Levi Clark, Channing Clark, and Silas Clark; and siblings, Lynn Robertson and husband Donnie of Ohio, Mark Rader and wife Tisha of Gallatin, Wade Rader and wife Rebecca of Hendersonville, and Julie Ussat and husband Phil of California.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Mandy Jordan
Mandy Dawn Jordan, age 48, of Joelton, Tennessee died Wednesday, June 21, 2023 in Nashville.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 3 o’clock pm, Saturday, July 8th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Jackson Watts officiating.
The family will receive friends prior to the service on Saturday, July 8th, beginning at 1:00PM until the hour of service at 3:00PM.
Mandy was born on March 26, 1975 in Nashville, Tennessee to her mother, Wesley Bell, and her late father, Bobby Lee Scruggs.
She was a loving mother to her son who survives her, Drevin Jordan; also, in addition to her son and mother, Mandy is survived by sister, Coty Maxwell (Daniel); nephew, Dansby Maxwell; cousin, Donovan Bell; and best friend, Tina Corley.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Rena Mae Wix Haley
Rena Mae Wix Haley, age 85 of Springfield and formerly of Guthrie, KY, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023, at the home of her daughters.
Visitation with the family was on Monday, June 26, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Robertson County Funeral Home. Visitation on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, with funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Tyler Estep and Reverend Dr. Jason Wilkerson officiating. Serving as pallbearers were Kenneth Westerman, Tim Carter, Tommy Brashear, George Warren, Keith Sholar, Gary Traughber, Kevin Harris, and Mike LaBorg. Serving as honorary pallbearers were Wayne Wix, Bobby Chezem, Jerry Stokes, Alan Holman, Kenneth Holman, and Mark Lewis. Interment followed in Bellwood Cemetery in Adams, TN.
Mrs. Haley was born June 5, 1938, in Adams, TN to the late Dennis and Ruth Ledford Wix. She grew up in Adams and graduated from Jo Byrns High School in 1956.
She was a loving and kind wife, mother, and grandmother. Mrs. Haley worked several jobs through the years including grocery clerk, church secretary, and grain elevator secretary. Her last position was in the Bookkeeping department of Elkton Bank and Trust where she retired in 2003. Her favorite hobby was working in her yard and flower beds.
Mrs. Haley was a member of Tiny Town Baptist Church, Guthrie, KY, where she served as a nursery worker caring for infants and toddlers, leader of the Mission Friends and Girls in Action, mailing cards and sending flowers to the sick, and serving as a dedicated Deacon’s wife for over 30 years. In recent years, she attended the Springfield First United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Haley is preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Haley; her brothers, C.D. Wix, Dudley Wix, and her sister, Betty Buck.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her son and daughter-in-law, John Steven (Elaine) Haley, her daughters, Rena Denise Haley and Rhonda Carol Haley all of Springfield; her grandchildren, Timothy David (Laura) Haley of Chattanooga, Sarah Kathryn Haley of Nashville; her sister-in-law, Joan Wix of Adams; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
The family would like to thank Mrs. Donna Henry for her kind and attentive care of Mrs. Rena as well as the nurses and staff of Caris Hospice.
If so desired, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association or to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Donations may be sent in care of the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Richard Best
Richard Best, 92, of Franklin, TN, passed away on Tuesday June 20, 2023, at Franklin Wellness and Rehab Center.
Graveside services were conducted Monday June 26th at 2:00 p.m. in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tim Harris officiating. Family served as pallbearers. There was no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Best was born September 13, 1930, in Lynn, MA to the late William and Jane Lilley Best. His career was as General Manager of the OUIMET Corporation in Nashville from 1952 until his retirement in 1994. Mr. Best was a member of Johnson Chapel United Methodist Church in Brentwood and he enjoyed playing golf. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother: Robert Best, and by his sisters: Dorothy Noftle and Vera Best.
Mr. Best is survived by his wife of 48 years: Hildah Hudgens Best of Franklin, by his sons William Best and Kenneth Best both of Nashville, and Richard Best, Jr., of Dickson, by his daughters: Marjorie Tillman of Fairview, and Patti White, by his stepsons: Perry Pratt of Springfield and Kelly Pratt of Cedar Hill, by his sisters: Mary Wright of St. Louis, MO, and Jane (Joe) Mitchell of Murfreesboro, and by his 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Billy Ray Munday Sr.
Billy Ray Munday Sr. MGST, USAF, Ret., age 90, of Hoschton, GA, formerly of Orlinda, TN, who passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023. Mr. Munday was born in Orlinda, TN, a son to the late William and Dixie Rippy Munday. Mr. Munday was retired from the United States Air Force as a Master Sergeant serving during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was the recipient of fourteen service medals and also served overseas in North Africa and Germany. Mr. Munday was also Robertson County’s first juvenile investigator and served in other local police departments in Robertson County. Mr. Munday was a member of the Jackson County Baptist Church in Jefferson, GA and loved gardening and watching Gunsmoke. In addition to his parents, Mr. Munday is preceded in death by his great granddaughter, Olivia Bayer and his ten brothers and sisters.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Claborn Munday of Hoschton, GA; sons, Billy Ray (Terri) Munday Jr. of Cartersville, GA, George Barry (Bettye) Munday of Jamestown, TN, daughter, Beth M. (Earl) Bragg of Hoschton, GA; granddaughter, Amanda M. (Nick) Bayer of Colorado Springs, CO; great grandchildren, Carter and Charlotte Bayer; nieces, Christine Bailey, of Stewart, TN, Regina Chaffin of Cross Plains, TN, Geneva (Bob) Glenn, of Cottontown, TN; nephews, Ronnie (Linda) Munday, of Orwell, Ohio, Randy (Debbie) Munday of Sellersburg, IN and Donnie Munday of Florida also survives.
A Graveside Service was held on Friday, June 23 at 2:00 PM in the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Orlinda, TN with military honors.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to the Jackson County Baptist Church at www.jcbaptist.com or the St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org
Services are under the direction of Evans Funeral Home in Jefferson, GA and Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Helen Jane Mink
Age 80 of Greenbrier went home to be with the Lord Friday, June 23, 2023 at Skyline Medical Center. She was born February 14, 1943 in Hartsville, TN to Erby D. & Clara Lee Green Lankford. She had worked as a doctor’s assistant for Dr. Hollis Johnson. Mrs. Mink was a precious pastor’s wife for many years and was known as a QUIET ENCOURAGER. She was a member of The Way Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Gail Andrews; brother, Gwin Lankford; brother-in-law, Jack Suttle; sister-in-law, Janette Lankford. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Bro. Gary Mink, Greenbrier, TN; son, Daniel (Janet) Mink, White House, TN; daughter, Mary Beth (Kevin) Gammons, Cottontown, TN; brother, Brandell (Lois) Lankford, Hartsville, TN; brother-in-law, Wayne Andrews, White House, TN; sisters, Ann Suttle, Betty (Ralph) Mitchell and Brenda (Ray) Storey, all of White House, TN; 3 grandchildren, Lindsay (Michael) Marshall, Lauren Gammons and Caleb Mink; 2 great-grandchildren, Jax Marshall and Sawyer Marshall; many loved nieces and nephews.
Funeral service was held Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Jonathan Denton and Bro. Jack Stone officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Wednesday, June 28, 2023 5-8pm and Thursday, June 29, 2023 9:30-11am at the funeral home.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home Arrangements entrusted to 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Allen Stevenson “Steve” Crain
Allen Stevenson “Steve” Crain, age 72, of Greenbrier, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023 at St. Thomas West Hospital.
Private family graveside services were conducted Saturday, June 24th in the Oakland Cemetery.
Mr. Crain was born July 4, 1950, in Greenbrier, to the late Burton and Norma Crain. He was a Plant Superintendent at Unarco Material Handling in Springfield.
Steve is survived by his wife of 54 years, Debbie Crain; son, Chad (Angie) Crain; daughter, Tracy (Greg) Riddle; 5 grandchildren, Alexandria Allen, Ty Crain, Pierce Riddle, Victoria Riddle, and Trevor Crain; 1 great grandchild, Gunner Crain; and sister, Joy (Edgar) Carter, Linda Richards, and Melissa Bridges.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Teresa Hester
Teresa Marie (Phillips) Hester, age 63, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at her home.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 1:00PM on Monday, June 26th, with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating. Burial followed in Mallorys Cemetery with Michael Tisdale, Isaiah Stephens, Timothy Thomas, and Ed Kizer serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View on Monday from 9:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.
Mrs. Hester was born on October 1, 1959 in Clarksville, Tennessee, to the late Frazier & Lula Trailer Phillips. She was a homemaker who loved shopping at Goodwill and watching TV, particularly The Waltons. She dearly loved her family and her dog “Pixie”.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Hester; son, Jeffrey Hester; brothers, Mickey Phillips and Tray Phillips; and step-sons, Bobby & Steven Hester.
Survivors include her daughter, Judy Hester (Michael) Tisdale; sister, Tammy Phillips; and grandson, Isaiah Stephens.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Ruth Lee Hall
Age 82 of Millersville passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Nunnelly, TN. She was born December 13, 1940 in Nashville, TN to Earl and Dorothy Louise Temple Sadler. She was employed for many years as a meat packer for Oscar Mayer. She enjoyed playing BINGO, attending country music concerts and shopping at K-Mart.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles Ray Hall; daughter, Pamela Ruth Luckshis; 2 infant brothers. She is survived by her daughters, Peggy (Pork) Mapes, Goodlettsville, TN and Cheryl (Kenny) Nipper, Nunnelly, TN; brother, James K. Sadler, Nashville, TN; 5 grandchildren, Shawn, JR, Dustin, Kevin and Derek; 9 great-grandchildren, Aley, Gavin, Brodey, Easton, Declan, Rylee, Weston, Mika and Eleanor.
Funeral service was held Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Andy Burton officiating. Interment followed in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens with family serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Tuesday, June 27, 2023 2-8pm and Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10am until the hour of the service at the funeral home.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home Arrangements entrusted to 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Frances Milliken
Mary “Frances” Milliken, age 90, of Ashland City, Tennessee, passed peacefully at her home on the family farm surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
Funeral services were conducted at Friendship Free Will Baptist Church in Ashland City at 11:00AM on Saturday, June 24th, with Bro. Cecil Boswell officiating. She was eulogized by her grandchildren. Burial followed in Blue Springs Cemetery with family serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the church on Friday, June 23rd from 5:00PM until 7:00PM and again on Saturday at the church from 9:00AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM. There was no visitation at the funeral home.
Mrs. Milliken was born on October 26, 1932, in Ashland City, Tennessee, to the late Verner & Katherine Darrow Binkley. She was a homemaker who attended Friendship Free Will Baptist Church and dearly loved her church family.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Tillman Milliken; brothers, Charles, Lytle, and Wallace Binkley; and her infant son.
Survivors include her daughters, Shirley (David) Bradley and Judy (Ricky) Harris; sisters, Darlene Milliken and Kathleen Johnson; grandchildren, Stacey (Terry) Knight and Molly (Jason) Hudgens; great-grandchildren, Makayla Knight, Bradley Hudgens, and Henry Hudgens; and numerous loving nieces & nephews.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Pink Out For Hope, Inc., P.O. Box 263, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 or to Blue Springs Cemetery for cemetery maintenance.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Shirley Jean Davis
Shirley Jean Davis was a Christian, a caring aunt, loving sister and friend to many. She left this world on June 20, 2023 after a long battle with cancer at the age of 79. Her battle with cancer showed her courage in facing life challenges with a positive attitude and smile, while showing more concern for others than herself. Despite the pain, Shirley stayed strong until the very end.
Shirley was born on October 22, 1943, to the late Cecil and Esther Davis. She was preceded in death by her brother Cecil Leo (Patti) Davis and brother-in-law John Pelham. She left behind a brother Terry Wayne Davis (Rita); sisters Linda Pelham and Iva Lou Boyd (Kenneth); 12 nieces and nephews and 23 great nieces and nephews (whom she called her own).
After graduating from North High School in 1961, Shirley continued her education receiving numerous degrees. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Law Enforcement, BS in Criminal Justice and Master’s Degree in Public Service.
Shirley’s love for others and desire to serve led her to a lifelong career in law enforcement. She began working for Metro Police Department and was one of the first female graduates of the academy. Shirley received many awards and commendations for outstanding performance and was chosen as the IAWP Outstanding Woman Officer of the Year. She served for over 34 years before retiring as a Captain.
After retiring, Shirley spent her time with family and friends.
As per Shirley’s request, no memorial service or funeral will be held.
The family respectfully requests no flowers.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home Arrangements entrusted to 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
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