In Loving Memory: Obituaries May 16-22, 2022
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Ricky Gordon Gregory
Age 63 of White House passed away Sunday, May 22, 2022 at Hendersonville Medical Center. He was born August 27, 1958 in Carthage, TN to Harry & Eurine “Rebecca” Anderson Gregory. He worked as a fabricator for Tate Ornamental. He was an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan. He also enjoyed Larry Bird and the Celtics and Pat Summit and her Lady Vols. He was also talented in carpentry and was a member of Long Hollow Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Jamie Mitchell. He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Nancy Gregory, White House, TN; sons, Joey Ryan (Jera) Gregory, White House, TN and Christopher (Nicole) Gregory, Chattanooga, TN; brothers, Jerry Gregory and Randall (Connie) Gregory, both of Hendersonville, TN; sister, Karen Mitchell, Thompson Station, TN; 6 grandchildren, Zach, Aubrey, Jonah, Lily, Avah “Bob” and Ethan “Bob”
Funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 6pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Visitation is planned for Thursday, May 26, 202 2-6pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for David Alan Sherman
Age 51 of Portland went home to be with the Lord Friday, May 20, 2022 in Nashville, TN. He was born March 8, 1971 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to David Alexander & Rita Kay Wernecke Sherman. He worked as an office manager for the State of Tennessee and was a member of Revolution Church.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Sonya Sherman, Portland, TN; son, Sean (Lauren) Keyes, White House, TN; daughters, Meagan (Brandon) Orand, Navarre, FL, Courtney Sherman, Benld, IL; Zoe Sherman, Ashland City, TN and Grace Sherman, Portland, TN; parents, David and Rita Sherman, Portland, TN; sisters, Shawn Sherman Portland, TN and Patricia (Albert) Adams, Lansing, MI; aunt, Rhonda Wernecke, Portland, TN; uncles. Doug Sherman and James Fairchild, both of Bowling Green, KY; 6 grandchildren, Lainey, Bennett, Lochlan, Lexi, Jazmin and Xavier.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 2pm at the Church at Grace Park, with Pastor Eric Grenier officiating. Visitation is planned for Friday, May 27, 2022 4-8pm at Revolution Church.
Contributions may be made here.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Alan Davis Carroll
Alan Davis Carroll, age 68 of Springfield passed away on May 22, 2022, at NorthCrest Medical Center.
He was born on February 6, 1954, to David and Jo Ann Carroll in Paducah, Kentucky. Alan was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on May 10, 1970. He was a faithful member of the Springfield Congregation of Jehovah’s Witness. He graduated from Springfield High School in 1972 and began working for Peterbilt Motors for over thirty years. He enjoyed sharing his hope for the future with everyone he met. Alan was known for his adventurous spirit, keen sense of humor and agreeable nature.
Alan is preceded in death by his father, David M. Carroll.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry Carroll; daughter, Cara (Marcello) Santarsiera; mother, Jo Ann Carroll; siblings, Jimmy (Cindy) Carroll, Danny (Bridgette) Carroll, Julie (John) Fuqua and Kilp (Rebekah) Carroll; nephew, Jonathan Carroll and nieces Amelia Fuqua and Claire Carroll.
A Life Celebration will be held on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 3pm in the chapel of Springfield Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be on Saturday from noon until the time of service.
Arrangements entrusted to Springfield Memorial Gardens, Funeral Home & Cremation Center 4005 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Stephanie Anne Blakemore
On May 19, 2022, the Lord called another of his Angels Home, Stephanie Anne Blakemore. Stephanie was born July 6, 1972 to Dorothy Blakemore and the late Calvin Hudson in Robertson County, Tennessee.
She was a graduate of East Robertson High School, Class of 1990.
She professed a hope in Christ at Friendship Baptist Church in Cross Plaines, Tennessee. She was employed with Rescare Assisted Living Facility for twenty- eight years. She was a support staff employee as well as a driver for the van transporting the residents wherever they needed to go. She loved and enjoyed her job assisting others as needed. She was also employed with HATS.
She loved all kinds of music and had a large variety of music that she had collected throughout the years.
Stephanie leaves to cherish her precious memories: her loving mother, Dorothy M. Blakemore; brother, Troy Alan Blakemore; one uncle, Reverend Ricky (Anita) Blakemore; two aunts, Diane Wells and Annie (Frank) Jernigan; a host of cousins; special friends, Cynthia Hardesty, Katina Barbee, Stacy Payne, and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation with family, graveside services, and burial were Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at Restlawn Memorial Garden with Reverend Ricky Blakemore, eulogy.
Arrangements entrusted to W.D. Crowder Funeral Home 1800 John L. Patterson Street Springfield, Tennessee 37172.
Obituary for Aimee Michelle Kolaski
Aimee Michelle Kolaski, 33, passed away on Thursday May 19th, 2022, at her home in Clarksville, Tennessee. Aimee was born August 22, 1988, in Nashville, TN. She was a former resident of Ashland City, TN, and a graduate of Cheatham County High School. Aimee loved animals, music, horror movies and was an avid reader. She loved books. She enjoyed sitting outside on stormy nights. Aimee leaves behind her four children, Scarlett, Joline, Dahlia, and Logan as well as her loving companion and friend Jordan Bailey. Her parents Keith (Diane) Kolaski and Cathy (Hill) Lewis. Sisters, Cynthia (Joy) Perkins, Briana (Cody) Stewart. Brothers, Nicholas (Amber) Kolaski, Jake (Sabrina) Kolaski, Mason (Leah) Kolaski, David (Stacy) Gill and Michael (Brittni) Gill as well as, many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
The Memorial Service is Saturday May 28th, at Gateway Funeral Home, 335 Franklin St. Clarksville TN, 37040 at 11am. Visitation starts at 10am. In lieu of flowers please donate to your local animal shelter or humane society.
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Arrangements entrusted to Gateway Funeral Home & Cremation Center 335 Franklin Street, Clarksville, TN
Obituary for Faye Robertson Winters
Faye Robertson Winters, 85, of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday May 20, 2022, at the home of her granddaughter.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted Saturday June 11th at 1:00 p.m. at the Palestine United Methodist Church with Reverend Diane Coppock officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday June 11th from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the church.
Faye was born September 12, 1936, in Springfield to the late George Elvis and Verdie Mae Raymer Robertson. She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1955, was a retired cafeteria worker for the St. John’s County School Board in Florida, was a member of Palestine United Methodist Church, was a member of the Palestine Quilter’s, and was a member of the Larry’s Breakfast Club. Faye enjoyed quilting, sewing, reading, and working word search puzzles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Billie Winters, by her sons: Mitchell, Michael, and Donald Winters, by her daughter: Teresa Dawn Winters, by her siblings: George Elvis “Lucky” Robertson, Jr., Joe Robertson, Roberta Robertson Taylor, and Loretta Robertson Wix, and by her grandson: Daniel Scott Allen.
Faye is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Carole and Emory Renfroe of East Palatka, FL, by her son and daughter-in-law: Kevin and Wendy Winters of Hastings, FL, by her grandchildren: Jessi (Joey) Dorris, Cody (Monica) Winters, and Candice (David) Bent, and by her great grandchildren: Kyla Rae Dorris, Jayden Bent, Olivia Allen, Grayson Bent, and Alec Granata.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Palestine United Methodist Church and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Earl Scott Britton
Earl Scott Britton, 96, of Springfield, passed away on Thursday May 19, 2022, at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday May 25th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Rebekah Rochte Votral officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Wayne Britton, Fred E. Britton, Daniel Baker, David Baker, Phil Sneed, and Jamie Herndon serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mr. Britton was born April 9, 1926, in Cedar Hill to the late George Thomas and Thadie Elizabeth Cox Britton. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Korean War era. Mr. Britton was a retired mail carrier with the Cedar Hill Post Office, a lifelong member of Porter’s Chapel United Methodist Church, and a member of the American Legion. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife: Evelyn Herndon Stamps Britton, by his brothers: Gilbert Thomas Britton, Bailey Marshall Britton, John William Britton, and Robert Harold Britton, by his sisters: Nellie Britton Herndon Anderson, Virginia Britton Edgin, and Elizabeth Britton Baker, and by his buddy: Keith Schultz.
Mr. Britton is survived by his brother: Joe S. Britton of Concord, NC, by his nephews: Thomas Wayne Britton and wife Mary Ann of Charleston, NC, and Fred E. Britton and wife Mary E. of Hendersonville, by his nieces: Paula S. Wright of Portland and Pamela B. Schultz of Springfield, by his stepchildren: Clarence Stamps, Jr. and wife Paula of Rock Island, TN, and Patricia J. Kitchen and husband Doug of Nashville, by a step grandchild, a step great grandchild, and by several other nieces and nephews.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Porter’s Chapel United Methodist Church or to Alive Hospice. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Shelia Faye Thompson Smith
Shelia Faye Thompson Smith, 65, of Springfield, departed this life on Tuesday May 17, 2022, at TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday May 21st at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Brother Bobby Williams officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Todd Pendleton, Mac Leach, Joe Volk, Paul Shoulders, Justin Thompson, Jacob Thompson, Michael Stark, and Justin Tucker serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 12 noon until service time at the funeral home.
Shelia was born February 18, 1957, in Springfield to the late Jesse and Edna Dean Thompson. She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1976, a retired HR Specialist with the former Golden Living in Springfield, and was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. Shelia loved swimming, flower gardening, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with her family.
Shelia is survived by her husband of 46 years; Terry Smith of Springfield, by her daughter; Jennifer Smith of Goodlettsville, by her brothers and sisters-in-law: Jerry and Cyndie Thompson of Gallatin, John and Melinda Thompson of White House, by her sisters and brother-in-law; Deborah Leach of Springfield, Peggy and Paul Shoulders of Springfield, and by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Alexander Winter Moulton Jr.
Alexander “Alex” Winter Moulton, Jr, age 61 of Greenbrier, TN passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at his residence.
His wishes were to be cremated and buried at sea.
He was born in Maine on October 19, 1960 to the late Alexander Winter Moulton, Sr and Dorothy Rideout Moulton.
He worked in Maintenance for the US Postal Service and was a veteran of the US Navy. He enjoyed woodworking, flipping houses, tilework and was a very creative individual.
He is survived by spouse, Kervon C. Brust of Greenbrier; mother, Dorothy Rideout Moulton of ME; brothers, Tim and Tom Moulton of ME and sister, Sherry Lynn Bodeau of ME.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for William “Pookie” Davis
William “Pookie” “Big John” Darold Davis, age 82 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Friday, May 20th, with Bro. Randy Hester and Bro. Randy Scott officiating. Burial followed in Pleasant View United Methodist Cemetery with Terry Davis, Tray Davis, Sam Davis, Ethan Davis, Randy Davis, and Greg Davis serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday from 12:00PM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mr. Davis was born on October 6, 1939 in the Stroudsville Community, Tennessee to the late Ben and Eunice Shepard Davis. He was retired from State Industries as a foreman after 38 years of service. He enjoyed coon hunting, farming, fishing, playing poker and Rook, coaching jr. pro football and baseball, and loved to eat Beverly’s cooking. He was a jack of all trades and fixed things that were unfixable, especially what Tom tore up. Mr. Davis was a family man who dearly loved his grandchildren and was a member of Heads Free Will Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Harold Davis.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Beverly Head Davis; sons, Terry (Nancy) Davis and Tray (Debbie) Davis; sister, Peggy Elliott; grandchildren, Megan Davis, Kaitlin Smith, Maddie Davis, Sam Davis, Ethan Davis, and Morgan Davis; and 3 great-grandchildren.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heads Free Will Baptist Church Building Fund, 2792 Heads Church Road, Cedar Hill, Tennessee 37032
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
(Updated) Obituaries May 9-15, 2022
Obituary for Derrick Lamar Teasley
Derrick Lamar Teasley was born January 21, 1976 in Montgomery County to Leo Suggs and Anolia Teasley. He went home to be with the Lord on May 10, 2022.
Derrick professed a hope in Christ at an early age at New Hope Free Will Baptist Church in Ashland City, Tennessee. Derrick graduated from Springfield High School, Class of 1994 where he enjoyed playing sports.
Derrick had a smile that would light up the room. He was a devoted father and believed strongly in family over everything.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Lovie and Jimmie Suggs, Pete and Beulah Teasley; uncles, Charles and Sam Northington, George, Herman and Robert Teasley; aunt, Patricia Lisenbee; first cousin and best friends, Lioniel Scott, Danny Lunsford and Timothy Holland.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories: his parents, Leo Suggs (Emma) and Anolia Teasley; devoted wife, Tenesia Kendrick Teasley; children, Taneshia Horton, Damonate Teasley and Dontarrious Teasley; sisters, Tasha Suggs and Sha`netria Suggs (Michael); brother, Leo Suggs; step brothers and step sisters, Reginald Browder, Alexander Browder and Michelle Browder; aunts, Janelle Hendricks (Larry), Judy Suggs Browder, Bonnie Suggs and Mary Teasley; uncle, Glendon Teasley (Chanaliah) and Richard Teasley; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends; and host of devoted friends, Verdell Brooks and Keith Jones.
Viewing and visitation was Saturday, May 21, 2022 1-5 pm at the Crowder Funeral Home and Sunday, 1-2 pm the funeral followed at New Hope Free Will Baptist Church, Neptune community, Ashland City, Tennessee; interment, New Hope Free Will Baptist Church cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to W.D. Crowder Funeral Home 1800 John L. Patterson Street Springfield, Tennessee 37172.
Obituary for Marilyn Ruth Traughber Curtis
Marilyn Ruth Traughber Curtis, 72, of Springfield, passed from this life on Sunday May 15, 2022, at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
Funeral services were conducted Thursday May 19th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor John Jared officiating. Interment followed in the Williams Chapel Cemetery with Scott Burnette, Tony Drape, Kyle Pitt, Travis Pitt, Nick Traughber, and Austin Curtis serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mrs. Curtis was born December 19, 1949, in Springfield, to the late Francis and Evelyn Heatherly Traughber. She was a retired school bus driver with the Robertson County Board of Education and was of the Catholic faith. Mrs. Curtis enjoyed working in her flower garden, going to thrift shops, painting, and spending time with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Walter Miles Curtis, by her siblings; Shirley Elmore, Ray Traughber, David Traughber, and Tim Traughber, and by her brother-in-law: Wayne Curtis.
Mrs. Curtis is survived by her children; Cindy Rye (Tony Drape) of White House, Rhonda (Scott) Burnette of Cedar Hill, Steven Curtis of Orlinda, and Nick (Amy) Traughber of Portland, by her grandchildren; Kyle Pitt, Travis (Savanna) Pitt, Kara (Jordan) Vaughn, Celina Burnette, Maci (Austin) Watson, Ashlyn (Brandon) Henson, Austin Curtis, Bella Traughber, and Sofia Traughber, by her great grandchildren; Brooklyn Henson, Laura Pitt, Parker Vaughn, Mabry Vaughn, and Deacon Pitt, by her siblings; Don Traughber of Cedar Hill, Connie (Joe) Robertson of Springfield, Sharon (Ray) Ford of White House, Susan (Ernie) Miller of White House, and Donna Ewing of Bellefontaine, OH, by her brothers and sister-in-law: James (Wanda) Curtis of Russellville, KY, Glenn Curtis of Springfield, and by a host of nieces and nephews.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for L C Hyde
On May 15, 2022 the Lord called thy good and faithful servant, L C Hyde to his Heavenly Home. He was born August 5, 1942 to the late David and Birdie Mae Hyde. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Birdie Mae and Bird Ella Hyde; brothers, A C, Robert, David “Buckwheat,” Thomas “Pipe,” James L. , Charles Hyde; and brother-in-law, Rudy Joyner.
L C professed a hope in Christ at St. John A.M.E. Church. He loved his church and was faithful and dedicated in doing what was necessary to help the church. He was on the Steward Board, a member of the Male Chorus, and Chairman of the Family Day Services.
He was educated in the Robertson County Public School System and graduated from Bransford High School, Class of 1962.
L C was joined in matrimony to Emma Jean Wilson, and to this union a son, Troy was born. He was employed with the Brick Yard in Nashville, Tennessee for several years until it closed. He retired from Electrolux after forty-plus years of employment.
L C leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Emma Jean Wilson Hyde; son, Troy (Lataisha) Hyde of Springfield, TN; two sisters, Blanch Joyner and Lola Bell Davis both of Nashville, TN; two grandchildren, Ashley Hyde of Springfield, TN; and Tramale Hyde of Hendersonville, TN; two great-grandchildren, Tramonte and Armani both of Springfield, TN.; three sisters-in-law, Carolyn (Robert) Summers, Etta Hyde, Pauline Hyde; A host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Special friends, Cleophus Payne, Curtis Payne, Leona Lyle, Matthew Vaughn and Nay Darden and former co-workers of Electrolux.
Viewing and Visitation was Friday , May 20 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home and Saturday, May 21 at St. John A. M. E. Church with Pastor Michael Joyner, Officiant and Reverend Omar’an D. Lee, Eulogist; Interment, Restlawn Memorial Garden.
Arrangements entrusted to W.D. Crowder Funeral Home 1800 John L. Patterson Street Springfield, Tennessee 37172.
Obituary for Larry Thomas Heatherly
Larry Thomas Heatherly, age 78 of Cedar Hill, passed from this life on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 1:00 PM in the Bellwood Cemetery with Rev. Michael Smith officiating. Burial followed with Tracy Ayers, Dylan Presler, David Traughber, Andrew Traughber, Dawson Traughber, and Levi Traughber serving as pallbearers.
Mr. Heatherly was born November 23, 1943 in Cross Plains to the late Thomas and Gladys Moses Heatherly. He was retired from the City of Springfield where he was an equipment operator and he was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed being outdoors doing things such as hunting, fishing, and gardening. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Michael Heatherly.
He is survived by his wife Linda Holt Heatherly of Cedar Hill; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Tracy Ayers of Springfield; brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Polly Heatherly of Springfield; grandchildren; Jenna Traughber, Taylor Presler, Debra Raye Heatherly, Ashley Duncan, and Kaleb Heatherly, 15 great grandchildren and number 16 to arrive in September.
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Ted Curtis Ray
Age 75 of Goodlettsville passed away Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born October 5, 1946 in Nashville, TN to Walter Astor & Melba Little Ray. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam and was retired from CSX Railroad. Ted loved working on cars, woodworking and tackling remodeling jobs. He was known as a jack of all trades.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donnie Lee Ray. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Barbara Ray, Goodlettsville, TN; sons, Kevin Curtis Ray (Amy Madden Ray), Ridgetop, TN and Keith Lee Ray (Shelley Brooke Ray), Goodlettsville, TN; sister, Beverly Hosse, Goodlettsville, TN; 5 grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life Gathering is planned for Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 11AM-3PM at Ted’s home, 106 Morning View Court in Goodlettsville, TN 37072. All his friends and family are invited to come by and celebrate his life.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Jamie Perry
James “Jamie” Eugene Perry, age 44 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Friday, May 13, 2022.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Thursday, May 19, with Jake Lockert officiating. Burial followed in EverRest of Cheatham with Aden Perry, LA Altom, Gabe Altom, Logan Moore, Conner Fitzgerald, Bryan Rediker serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday, May 19th from 12:00PM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Jamie was born on January 6, 1978 in Nashville, Tennessee to his father, Keith Perry & his mother, Kimberly Perry. He worked as a welder and also loved to landscape.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, James, Sr. & Mary Knight.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son, Aden Perry (partner, Hope); daughter, Bryli Perry; and sisters, Keisha Perry (Clayton) Anderson and Mandi Perry (Fred) Matricardi.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Quintenn Clark Foundation, P O Box 488, Ashland City, TN 37015.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for James Donald “Maverick” Cardwell
James Donald “Maverick” Cardwell, 77, of Greenbrier died Monday, May16, 2022. James was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Gayla Cardwell and by his parents.
He served in the U.S. Navy. He was retired from the Roofers Local 176 where he served as the Vice President.
He is survived by his son, Nicky (Brittany) Cardwell, daughters Candy DeMoss, Cristy Cardwell and Tracey (Randy) Carson, and granddaughter, Tristin, whom he has had custody of from an infant, brother, Billy Cardwell and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at the Elks Lodge in Madison TN on Sunday May 22 from 3-6.
Arrangements entrusted to Tennessee Cremation and Mortuary Service 2558 HWY 41 S Greenbrier, TN
Obituary for Ruby Elizabeth Watts Shepard
Ruby Elizabeth Watts Shepard, age 101, left this life for eternal salvation on May 14, 2022. Mammie, as she was known by all that knew and loved her, was greeted at heavens gate by the love of her life, husband S.F. Shepard and children, Faye Johnson, Shirley Hester, Frank Shepard, and Donald Ray Shepard; parents, Joe and Hazel Watts; siblings, A.J. Watts, Cecil Watts, Gilbert Watts, Darlene Nicholson, Renee Holt, and Dorothy Brake.
Mammie leaves behind loving children, Dimple (Mike) Warren, Bill (Christine) Shepard, Tippy (Linda) Shepard and adoring grandchildren, Robin (Todd) Allman, Kendra (Bayard) Sheldon, Kimber (Gregg) Dills, Delvin (Susan) Hester and Steve (Cathy) Shepard along with 7 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-great-grandson. She is also survived by her sister, Margie Wall, along with numerous extended family and friends.
Mammie loved her family fiercely, raising and loving 6 generations of children. She loved to cook and believed the kitchen, where all would often gather, to be the heart of her home. There was very little in the world that Mammie’s Chicken n’ Dumplings, Fried Pies or Chocolate Buttermilk Cake couldn’t fix. She kissed thousands of boo-boos and gave many more of the best hugs but was quick to switch your legs if you got out of line, usually laughing as she chased you only to find a popsicle for punishment in the end as Mammie’s heart knew no bounds. Mammie will always be known for her stories, of which there were many, her love of quilting, painting, and sewing.
A lifelong member of Red River Baptist Church, Mammie loved Jesus and spread that love to all that would listen and even those that would not.
“I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race. I have kept the faith” 2 Tim. 4:7
Graveside Service May 17. 10:30 AM at Springfield Memorial Gardens Springfield, TN 37172
Austin & Bell Funeral Home is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Freeman Shannon Stark
Age 90 of Springfield passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at NHC in Springfield. He was born March 7, 1932 in Springfield, TN to Dallas & Mattie Shannon Stark. He retired as a mechanic from RC Bottling Company. He enjoyed working on and restoring old tractors. He enjoyed fixing anything with a motor. He loved attending tractor pulls and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Thomas Maynard; 3 brothers, Clyde Stark, Jesse Stark and Russell Stark; son-in-law, Billy Roberts. He is survived by his wife, Betty Stark, Springfield, TN; sons, Joe (Robin) Stark, Springfield, TN and Shannon (Jodie) Stark, Portland, TN; daughter, Rita Roberts, Springfield, TN; 5 grandchildren, Nikki (Dwight) Hinkle, Misty (Marshall) Romero, Whitney (Chris) Stark, Jimmie Joe Maynard and Luke Maynard; 10 great-grandchildren, Makenzie, Rylee, Savannah, Peyton, Colin, Kaylee, Karson, Ziya, Shayna and Chevey; great great grandson, Jack.
Funeral service was Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Tim Sharp officiating. Interment followed in Bethlehem Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Tuesday, May 17, 2022 2-8PM and Wednesday, May 18, 2022 9-11am at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Ronald Ray Wood
Age 88 of White House passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at Hendersonville Medical Center. He was born August 21, 1933 in Hurricane, Utah to William E. & Elsie Stout Wood. He worked in electronics manufacturing for Square D. He was retired from the U.S. Army, where he served in special forces as a green beret. He proudly served his country in Korea and in Vietnam. His highly decorated uniform is proudly displayed at the White House History Museum.
He is preceded in death by his parents; daughters, Lynette Wood and Rhonda Edwell; 5 brothers; 2 sisters. He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn Wood, White House, TN; daughters, Jeri Kimm (Fred) Houston, FL, Sue Willey, WA, Aileen Rae, Nashville, TN and Kathleen Dean, Whie House, TN; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Interment followed at 2pm in Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation was Monday, May 16, 2022 4-8pm and Tuesday, May 17, 2022 9-11am at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for William Clayton Jones Sr
“Billy”-Age 80 of White House passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin. He was born October 27, 1941 in White House, TN to Royce & Lorene White Jones. He was retired from AMF as a machinist and had worked at O’Reilly’s Auto Parts after retirement. He was a member of Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time outdoors, especially on his farm. He loved listening to Elvis music. He was a wonderful father and husband and Pa to the grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Brenda Jones; sons, William (Julie) Jones, Jr. and Christopher Jones; 3 grandchildren, Shawn Jones, Lavaeh Jones and Parker Jones, all of White House, TN.
Funeral service was Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 12 noon in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Morris Watson officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Friday, May 13, 2022 4-8pm and Saturday, May 14, 2022 10am-12pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Regina Ann Marshall Denami
“Gina”-Age 61 of Hermitage passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at Summit Medical Center. She was born November 9, 1960 in Nashville, TN to Charles & Ruth Hardin Marshall. She worked in payroll for the Transportation Industry. She loved the rock band Bon Jovi and was an avid Tennessee Titans fan. Gina enjoyed watching her grandchildren play softball, traveling to the beach and soaking up the sun at Nashville Shores.
She is preceded in death by her father, Charles Marshall; brother, Perry Joe Marshall; daughter-in-law, Becky Denami. She is survived by her loving husband of 38-1/2 years, Tony Denami, Hermitage, TN; sons, Anthony Joseph Denami, Jr., Hermitage, TN and William Lawrence (Betsy) Denami, Franklin, TN; mother, Ruth Marshall, Greenbrier, TN; brother, Randy (Joan) Marshall, Hendersonville, TN; 5 grandchildren, Houston (Rebekah), Zach (Kenzie), Reagan, Caylee and William; 1 great grandchild that’s on the way.
Funeral service was Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Gary Hall officiating. Interment followed in Hardin Cemetery in Portland, TN with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was Saturday, May 14, 2022 4-7pm and Sunday, May 15, 2022 12:30pm-2pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Ruth Ann Gilbert
Age 80 of White House passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at her home. She was born August 26, 1941 in Richmond, VA to Joseph P. & Katherine Powell Dobb. She worked as a homemaker. Ann enjoyed playing guitar and singing, going to flea markets and yard sales, playing bingo, flower gardening, cooking and spending time caring for her family, especially the grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, James E. Gilbert; son-in-law, Richard Nester. She is survived by her sons, James Gilbert, Jr. White House, TN, Joseph P. Gilbert, Mechanicsville, VA and Charles A. (Barbara) Gilbert, Madison, TN; daughter, Sharon Nester, Glen Allen, VA; sister, Joann (Robert E.) Chapman, VA; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was Friday, May 13, 2022 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Chaplain Bing Davis officiating. Interment followed in Hillcrest Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation with the family was Friday, May 13, 2022 10am until the hour of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice 1710 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Samuel Wyatt Moss
Samuel Wyatt Moss, age 25, of Greenbrier, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
The family held a memorial visitation and service at Travis Price Park on Saturday, May 21, 2022.
Wyatt was born May 13, 1996 in Springfield, TN to Samuel Matt and Sandra Renee Leftrick Moss. He enjoyed disc golf, listening to music, playing with dogs, roller blading, skateboarding, gaming with his nephew Trent, and he loved trying to figure out how things worked.
He was preceded in death by a grandmother, Norma Gammon.
Wyatt is survived by his mother, Sandra Renee Buckner; father, Samuel Matt Moss; brother, Gregory Buckner; sisters, Tasha Buckner and partner Phillip Dawson, and Teala Buckner and partner Sam Barnes; grandparents, Judy and Jim Dowlen; half-brothers, Jeremy Wayne Moss and Joshua David Moss; and his nephew, Trent Massey.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements.
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