In Loving Memory: Obituaries Sept. 5-11, 2022
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Elsie Brooksher McKinney
Elsie Brooksher McKinney, 90, of Mt. Juliet, passed away on Friday September 9, 2022, at American House Assisted Living in Lebanon.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday September 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Tony Rogers-Sirten and Pastor Paul Gunn officiating. Interment will follow in the Bellwood Cemetery in Adams with Danny Bourne, Mike Fowler, Randy Brooksher, Bruce Brooksher, Randy Ghee, and Randy Jones serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Sirten, Tom Tom Sirten, Anthony Sirten, and Christopher Bailey. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mrs. McKinney was born August 21, 1932, in Guthrie, KY to the late Joseph Morgan and Mary Myrtle Chandler Brooksher. She was the fifth of nine children, was raised in Adams, TN, and was a graduate of Jo Byrns High School Class of 1951. She married Morton C. McKinney on June 6, 1954. Mrs. McKinney retired from the State of Tennessee Department of Employment Security in 1990, after many years of faithful service. She loved working in her flower garden, was a member of Tusculum Hills Baptist Church, and was a member of Polio Hero’s. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings: J.W., Billy, Virginia, Irene, Dorothy, and Juanita.
Mrs. McKinney is survived by her son: Steven C. McKinney (Mike) of Mt. Juliet, by her sisters: Sue Dempsey of Murfreesboro and Inez Allen of Old Hickory, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank American House Assisted Living and Memory Care Unit in Lebanon for their professional and loving care provided to Elsie in her last few months.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Easterseals of Tennessee for Polio Hero’s, 500 Wilson Pike Circle Suite 228 Brentwood, TN 3702
Robertson County Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Don Sanford Morgan
Don Sanford Morgan, 73, of Greenbrier, passed away on Thursday September 8, 2022, at his home.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday September 11th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Steve Shauf and Reverend Kim Moore officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Don was born November 30, 1948, in Franklin, KY, to the late John Sanford “J.S.” and Nancy Freedle Morgan. He was a graduate of Franklin Simpson High School Class of 1966 and went on to attend Austin Peay State University from 1966 to 1969. Don received his CFP degree from Phoenix University in 1989, and was employed as CFP IDS Inc., American Express, and Ameriprise Financial from 1989 until 2015. He was the owner of Lad & Dad Men’s Store from 1973 to 2005. Don was a member and Past Master of Western Star Lodge #9 for 43 years and was a member of Mt. Sharon Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed cooking and watching University of Kentucky basketball and football. Don loved the Lord, his family, his dog Murphy, and his friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter: Allison Toutges. Don is survived by his wife and soulmate: Janice Binkley Morgan of Greenbrier, by his daughter: Ashley Morgan Coffee, by “the Boys” Brandon Stagner and Daniel Stagner and wife Kelsey, by his grandchildren: Easton, Dawson, Ava, Avery, Grace, Annabelle, and sweet Leah who will arrive in December, by his loving sister: Wilma Jean Gentry of Franklin, KY, by his nephews: David Gentry and John Gentry and wife Kathi, by the mother of his children and dear friend: Sandye Torphy of Mt. Juliet, by “Murphy”, and by many cousins and loving friends.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Sharon Cumberland Presbyterian Church or to Western Star Masonic Lodge in Springfield. 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 Jacqueline Clougherty
On Saturday, September 10, 2022, Jacqueline Renee Clougherty passed away at age 61.
The beloved mother and adored grandmother lived a wonderful life full of love, adventure, and friendship. She was a global marketing manager before retiring young to spend her life traveling and being with her family. From visiting Mt. Everest to relaxing on the beach in Florida, she led an extraordinary life. While some remember her as their crazy neighbor, we will remember her as our trusted advisor and crazy mother.
She is survived by her daughter, Rachel Elaine Bloom; son, Jason Allen Rodgers; and grandchildren, Connar, Gwen, and Liam Rodgers.
We love you, we miss you, and thank you for everything.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Bill Pryor
William Robert Pryor “Bill”, age 80 of Chapmansboro, Tennessee, died Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 11:00AM on Saturday, September 17th, with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating. Burial will follow in EverRest of Cheatham with military honors.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, September 16th from 5:00PM until 7:00PM and again on Saturday from 10:00AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM.
Mr. Pryor was born on November 21, 1941 in Manhattan, New York to the late Francis & Mabel Troy Pryor. He was a retired carpenter with over 34 years with the New York Board of Education. Mr. Pryor was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Vietnam War. He was of the Episcopalian faith.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor Pryor; brother, Raymond Pryor; sisters, Dorothy Cullen, Veronica Richmond, Louise Pryor; and his son, John’s fiancée, Amanda Felts.
Survivors include his sons, Donald (Alex) Pryor and John Pryor; grandchildren, Ace Pryor, Brook Lynn Pryor, Grace Felts, and Joshua (Sabrina) Milliken; and great-grandson, Miles Milliken.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Juanita Lemmons Wix
Juanita Lemmons Wix, age 82, of Springfield, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Funeral services will be conducted at 3pm Tuesday, September 13, 2022 in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Bro. Jeff Cripps officiating. Following the services, it was Mrs. Wix wishes to be cremated.
The family will receive friends from 11am until time of service at 3pm Tuesday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Wix was born June 24, 1940 in Robertson County to the late Lanny Hubert “Dooley” and Willie Mae Whiting Lemmons.
In addition to her parents, Juanita was preceded in death by a son, James Kenneth Wix; a brother, Lawrence Lemmons; and 5 half siblings.
Mrs. Wix is survived by her husband, James L. Wix; sons, Michael Wayne (Patricia) Wix and David G. Wix; 8 grandchildren, Fred Wix, Amanda Scott, Ashley Wix, Jennifer Wix, Jamie Wix, Holly Wix Teal, Megan Wix and Kyle Wix; 13 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson; brothers, Robert Lee “Pete” Lemmons, Loy Wayne Lemmons and Gary Lemmons; and a half brother, Paul Walker.
The family request that in lieu of flowers donations please be made to the Go Fund Me account that has been set up to help with the cost of the investigation and the reward in the disappearance of her granddaughter and great granddaughter by going to the following link.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN
Obituary for Steve Poole
Walter Steve Poole, age 66, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022 at his home. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 2pm in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Troy Pinkerton and Kent Boyd officiating. Burial will follow with Troy Pinkerton, Jamie Poole, Kent Boyd, Tony Owens, Tim Stagner and Milton Hergert serving as pallbearers. No visitation will be held prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Poole was born February 12, 1956 in Springfield to the late Walter Edward and Molly Marie Gibbs Poole. He served at the HOPE Center for many years and knew the Bible very well. He had a great heart and loved everyone.
In addition to his parent Mr. Poole is preceded in death by his sisters, Sandra Watson and Pam Poole. Mr. Poole is survived by his domestic partner, Helen Daniels; sons and daughter-in-law, Brad Poole, Chad and Jenny Poole, and Matt Poole; daughters, Rebecca Poole and Jessica Poole; brothers and sister-in-law, Eddie and Marion Poole, and Jamie Poole; sisters and brother-in-law, Barbara Jones, Karen Poole, and Cheryl and Troy Pinkerton; and eight grandchildren.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN
Obituary for Joyce Coleman
Joyce Spicer Coleman, age 85, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 11am at the Main Street Church of Christ in Springfield. Burial will follow at 3pm in the Totty’s Bend Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the church on Monday, September 12, 2022 from 4-8pm and again on Tuesday from 10am until the hour of service at 11am.
Mrs. Coleman was born June 16, 1937 in Bon Aqua, TN to the late A.D. and Pauline Spicer. She was a graduate of Hickman County High School and Austin Peay State University. She taught kindergarten in Maury County and Robertson County, retiring after 25 years of service. She was a member of Main Street Church of Christ where she worked at Mom’s Day Out and taught the nursery class during Sunday School. Mrs. Coleman loved traveling but her favorite place was at home surrounded by her family. She enjoyed shopping, cooking, and walking miles on the YMCA track.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Coleman is preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Paul Foriest Coleman and siblings, Paul Spicer, Lois Green, Buna Edney, Bobbie Somerville, and Ronnie Spicer. She is survived by four children, Sherrol (Stanley) Jones, Eric (Becky) Coleman, Connie (Al) Herchenhahn, and Phil (Ginger) Coleman; 8 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Main Street Church of Christ or the Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Fund. 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 Terry Lane
Terry Wesley Lane, age 68, passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2022.
Born in Smyrna and raised in Nashville, he and his wife of 49 years, Vickie Singer Lane, relocated to Cross Plains.
Proceeded in death by his father Charles Lane, Terry is survived by his wife, Vickie Lane, and his 3 children Angie (Nathaniel) Scates of Bon Aqua, Wesley (Lisa) Lane of White House, and Misty (Bryon) Keen of Gainesboro. Along with his wife and children Terry is also survived by his mother, Edna Mayton, sister Debbie Brown and brothers Jim Mayton and Bodie Lane; as well as 7 grandchildren Allison, Matthew, Garrett, Baylie, Kaylea, Bryson, and Charlotte, and 1 great granddaughter, Marceline.
Terry will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at Austin & Bell Funeral Home (Springfield) on September 17, 2022. Visitation is from 11am-1pm with service to follow from 1pm-2pm, proper attire is required.
If so desired small vases of memorial flowers or small potted plants may be sent in Mr. Lane’s memory to Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN
(Updated) Obituaries Aug. 29-Sept. 4, 2022
Obituary for Duane Head
Duane Jay Head, age 56, of Cedar Hill, passed away Friday, September 2, 2022 at HATS Group Home in Springfield. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 2pm in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Brother David Bradley officiating. Burial will follow with Scott Elder, Cody Elder, Carson Elder, Roy Osborne, Barry Barnett and Dalton Barnett serving as pallbearers. No visitation will be held prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Head was born July 4, 1966 in Nashville to the late Max and Marilyn Gower Head. He loved country music, gospel hymns, U.T. football and basketball, the TN Titans, and going to HATS. Mr. Head was also a member of the New Chapel United Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents Mr. Head is preceded in death by his sister, Marcia Head, brother, Kevin Head, grandparents, Mary Lou and J.L. Head, Nettie and Gailor Gower, and his step-brother, Mickey Elder.
Mr. Head is survived by his step-mother, Glenda Head; step-brother, Scott Elder; aunts and uncle, Suzanne and Roy Osborne, and Jan Stroud; and many nieces nephews, and cousins.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to H.A.T.S. 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 Bob Hoge, III
Lawrence “Bob” Hoge, III, age 70, of Springfield, passed away Friday, September 2, 2022 at Centennial Medical Center. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 4pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Tony Cobb officiating.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home that Saturday from 3pm until the hour of service at 4pm.
Mr. Hoge was born February 6, 1952 in Springfield to the late Lawrence R. and Katherine Summerville Hoge, II. He worked as a Planner for Robertson County and was a Christian. He was kind and fun-loving, hard working and generous.
Mr. Hoge is survived by his wife, Diane Pugh Hoge; nieces and nephews, Ivan Gregory, Kyle Gregory, Jennifer Dusky, and Rachel Hoge; brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Crystal Lee; his sister and brother-in-law, Ellen and Bruce Gregory; and a number of Jack Russell terriers he loved dearly.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Robertson County Animal Control. 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 Oliver Neil Williams
Age 82 of Springfield, TN passed away Sunday, September 4, 2022 at his home. He was born June 25, 1940 in Hartsville, TN to Clarence Ernest & Ivorene Cleveland West Williams. He worked as a computer technician for Unisys until his retirement. Neil proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines and was a member of McFerrin Missionary Baptist Church and Masonic Lodge #700. He enjoyed attending antique car shows and driving antique cars in parades. He enjoyed camping and traveling, having driven both to Alaska and to Mexico. Neil was known all around for raising emus for 16 years following his retirement.
He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Lois Williams, Springfield, TN; daughters, Debbie (Veit) Spero, Bethpage, TN and Cindy (Tony) McDonald, Springfield, TN; sister, Gale (Jimmy) Bamman, Cross Plains, TN; 5 grandchildren, Frankie (Lauren) Spero, Matt (Ivy) McDonald, Ellen (Alexis) Baez, Carrie (Nate) Usher and Casey (Wayne) Summers; 10 great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Sutherland, Whit, Abner, Hoke, Johnny, Morgan, Jackson, Sully and Hattie.
Funeral service was Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Derek Capello officiating. Interment followed at 2pm in Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery with military honors. Visitation was Wednesday, September 7, 2022 4-7pm and Thursday, September 8, 2022 10-11am at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are encouraged to a charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Mayron Huddleston
Mayron Frances Crutcher Huddleston passed away peacefully at home on September 2, 2022. She was 92 years old. Mayron, a daughter of William Sanders Crutcher and Lemma Hinkle Crutcher, was one of 10 children born on the pre-Civil War family farm at Coopertown, Tennessee. She cherished the farm all her life.
Mayron lived a full life. She attended George Peabody College in Nashville. She and her husband, Elwyn Huddleston, met at college and married in 1950. They had two children, Carrie Huddleston Nobles, and Robert Claiborne Huddleston, II, who died in infancy. She and Elwyn were great travelers, visiting four continents and spending five years in Peru working for an American mining company.
Mayron was an accomplished artist. The family home is filled with her paintings in oil, acrylics, watercolor and charcoal. She also sewed and crocheted beautifully. A lifelong community volunteer, Mayron was active for decades in the Garden Club of America, where she was a senior certified National Judge. Mayron almost always brought home the blue ribbon from the Garden Club’s flower shows. For many years she also served on the Board of the Friends of the Brentwood Library.
Mayron is survived by her husband and her daughter, her sister-in-law, Ann Collins Crutcher, her brother, Richard Crutcher and his wife, Shannon, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Mayron’s Memorial Service will be conducted by Dr. Robert Tyson at Battle Creek Baptist Church at 11am on Friday, September 16th.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be considered to the Battle Creek Cemetery Fund, c/o Battle Creek Baptist Church, 2655 Battle Creek Road, Springfield, TN 37172.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN
Obituary for James Dodge
James Arthur Dodge, age 81, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Red Cedar Glen in Hendersonville.
In accordance with his wishes Mr. Dodge’s remains were cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Mr. Dodge was born September 9, 1940 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Mr. Llewellyn Dodge and Mrs. Margaret Lynch Dodge. He was the owner and operator of a catering business and café.
In addition to his father, Mr. Dodge is preceded in death by his wife Gail Ann Vitters Dodge.
In addition to his mother Mr. Dodge is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Douglas and Stacy Dodge; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Ken Sutton; brother, David Dodge; sister, Susan Gebers; 5 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Robertson County Humane Society. 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 Homer Felts, Jr.
Homer Felts, Jr., age 85, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 1pm at the Cross Roads Baptist Church with Brother Rick Edwards, Brother David Evans and Brother Jon Briggs officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Allen Thomas, Adam Pike, Gayland Hester, B.J. Felts, Christian Thomas and Dallas Wilson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Charlie Stokes, Jerry McCreary, Jerry Boyte, Don Dungan and Howard Bradley.
Visitation was held at Cross Roads Baptist Church on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 from 4-8pm and again on Wednesday at the church from 10am until the hour of service at 1pm.
Mr. Felts was born February 5, 1937 in Cedar Hill to the late Homer and Nellie Pursley Felts, Sr. He was well-known in Springfield and held many jobs in his lifetime, including Genesco, Wilson Sporting Goods, One Hour Martinizing, Jewel T Company, Life & Casualty Insurance Company, Summers Motor Company and American General Insurance Company. Mr. Felts held other positions in the community such as the Music Director at North Springfield Baptist Church and the Music Director at Cross Roads Baptist Church for 22 years where he was a member. He was a member of the gospel quartet, The Mellowtones, since he was 14 years old. When they began, the group was too young to drive so they would need to hitch-hike to sing at engagements.
In addition to his parents Mr. Felts is preceded in death by his wife, Mary McIntosh Felts, whom he married on July 13, 1956; his brothers, Harold Felts and Ronnie Felts; and his sisters, Ruby Larmon, Margie Sawyers and Frances Moon.
Mr. Felts is survived by his children, Teresa Parrish, Rhonda and Gayland Hester, and Barry and Robin Felts; grandchildren, Adam Pike, Elizabeth (Christian) Pike Thomas, Jessica Wilson, B.J. Felts, and Kristina (Justin) Felts Hendrick; great-grandchildren, Josten Clayborn, Emma Clayborn, Dallas Wilson, Lily Thomas, Charlie Thomas, Melissa Kay Thomas and Mason Hendrick; and great-great-grandchild, Ian-James Chapman.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN
Obituary for Daniel Knight
Daniel Thomas Knight, age 24 of Elkton, Kentucky, died Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
A memorial service beginning with a Masonic service will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 4:00PM on Sunday, September 11th, with Bro. Toby Slate officiating.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00PM until the hour of service at 4:00PM.
Daniel was born on December 11, 1997 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Charles & Toni Knight. He was a marketing manager with Snapshotz Photography.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Bella Grace Knight; grandfather, Thomas Knight; and uncle, Orlando Knight.
He is survived by his former wife, Victoria Head Knight; parents, Charles & Andrea Brown Knight; biological mother, Toni (Ross) Whitworth; brothers, Tyler Knight of Murfreesboro and Jeremy Callihan of Friendswood, Texas; sisters, Victoria Greer of Central, Louisiana and Rebecca Whitworth of Friendswood, Texas; grandmother, Myra Knight of Louisiana; grandparents, Marion & Cris Brown of Sikeston, Missouri; 4 nephews & 1 niece; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the following GoFundMe account
Any excess funds above funeral and medical expenses will be donated to a suicide awareness organization.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Randy Biggerstaff
George Randall Biggerstaff “Randy”, age 69 of Clarksville, Tennessee, died Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at his home.
His remains were cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Mr. Biggerstaff was born on October 15, 1952 in Nashville, Tennessee, to Wilma Jean Shores Fleming and the late George Wilbur Biggerstaff. He was a carpenter by trade.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his grandparents, Floyd & Ewing Shores; aunt, Sylvia Shores; brother, Steven Howell Biggerstaff; and sister, Sherrie Lynn Spann.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Shelley Spann Haynes; brothers, Barry (Debbie) Gibbs and Michael Pardue; sister, Sandy (Denny) Daugherty; granddaughters, Tuesday Dwyer and Autumn Haynes; and grandson, Slayden Pope.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Lindsey Smith-Trostle
Lindsey Allison Smith-Trostle, age 42, of Joelton, Tennessee, died Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at her home.
She is survived by her parents, Greg Trostle & Wendy Smith.
There are no services planned at this time.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Cindy Lou Myers
Cindy Myers, the best wife, mother, grandmother, friend and family member that we know, passed away on August 29, 2022 with her family by her side.
She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Robert (Bob) Myers, her children, Stacia Blevins (Bill), Robert Myers, Allison Ward (Danny), Megan Myers (Heath), and her grandchildren, Dakota, Camaron, Zoe, Tyler, Sydney, and Eisley. Cindy was the most caring and loving woman to everyone from her family to her coworkers and her neighbors. Her smile would light up a room and she will be missed forever but will remain in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Project Lifting Spirits, Inc. PO Box 1322, Evans, GA 30809 or Shop with A Cop-Checks should be made payable to White House Rotary Foundation PO Box 763 White House, TN 37188 or can be dropped by The Farmers Bank on Highway 76.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Harold Head
Harold Dillard Head, age 75, of Cedar Hill, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022 at The Waters of Springfield.
Funeral services were held Friday, September 2, 2022 at 1pm at the Grace Baptist Church with Dr. Steve Freeman and Dr. Jason Wilkerson officiating. Burial followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Joshua Holt, Jesse Holt, Jacob Holt, Steven Head, Corey Head, Jason Head, Jacob Head, and Lake Head serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Blane Minnis, Jordan Head, Randy Justice and Donald Hester.
Visitation was held on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield from 4-8pm and on Friday at the church from 11am until the hour of service at 1pm.
Mr. Head was born August 8, 1947 in Springfield to the late Ralph and Francis Clinard Head. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in Korea, was a tobacco farmer, member of Grace Baptist Church, and retired from the Springfield Water Wastewater Department.
Mr. Head is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Sara Minnis Head; sons and daughters-in-law, Rusty and Kathy Holt of Adams and Timothy and Emily Head of Springfield; daughter, Cynthia “Princess” Estep of Dover; brothers and sisters-in-law, Fred and Sandy Head of Greenbrier, Jerry and Donna Head of Springfield and Ernie and Faye Head of Cedar Hill; sister and brother-in-law, Josie and Will Hicks of Springfield; grandchildren, Joshua Holt, Jesse Holt, Jacob Holt, Blane Minnis, Steven Head, and Jordan Head; and great-grandchildren, Jackson Holt and Harper Holt.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Grace Baptist Church Building Fund, Jo Byrns Athletics Association or to the Springfield High School Baseball Team. 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 Paul David Wolfert
Paul David Wolfert, age 72, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022 at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.
Funeral services were conducted at 11:00am Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at the Coopertown Church of Christ with Bro. Bob Wolfert, Bro. Jeff Smith, Bro. Adam Callis and Bro. Travis Pigg officiating. Burial followed in the Coopertown Church of Christ Cemetery with Jared Head, Joshua Head, Joseph Hunter, Justin Hunter, Casey Gillespie and Randy Head serving as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers were Bruce Head, Kyle Henley, Tim Head, Matthew Wolfert and Bill Wolfert.
The family received friends from 10:00am until time of service at 11:00am Wednesday at the church.
Paul was born February 20, 1950 in Pittsburg, PA to the late Ralph and Katie Cantrell Wolfert, but moved to Indiana during his early childhood. He made his way to Nashville where he enrolled in David Lipscomb College. Mr. Wolfert was employed as a Security Guard at David Lipscomb for 10 years and then took a job as a Security Officer with Vanderbilt University Police. He loved meeting people and helping them find their way around the Medical Center campus. Medical reasons caused him to take an early retirement after 10 years of service at Vanderbilt.
Paul met the love of his life, Linda, while at David Lipscomb College. They have lived in both Nashville and Springfield during their 40 year marriage. He enjoyed reading books of all kinds and was an avid sports fan, especially Vanderbilt baseball. He can be remembered as always having a smile, even on the difficult days he experienced throughout many illnesses. Paul was a member of the Coopertown Church of Christ.
Mr. Wolfert is survived by his loving wife, Linda Wolfert; brothers, Bob (Sue) Wolfert and Bill Wolfert; niece, Jamie Bomnskie; and nephews, Travis Pigg, Matthew Wolfert, Joseph Hunter, Justin Hunter, Jared Head, Joshua Head, Kyle Henley and Casey Gillespie.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Coopertown Church of Christ, 3618 Old Coopertown Road, Springfield, TN 37172 or to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Division of Kidney Transplantation, or mail: P.O. Box 290369 at 525 Royal Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37229
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St, Springfield, TN
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