In Loving Memory: Obituaries Aug. 30 – Sept. 5, 2021
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Rebecca Ann Brooks
Rebecca Ann Brooks, age 79 of Madison, TN passed away Saturday, September 4th, 2021 at Skyline Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 2pm on Friday, September 17th, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Springfield. The family will receive friends 4pm to 7pm on Thursday, September 16th and 12pm to 2pm on Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with grandchildren serving as pallbearers.
She was born in Springfield, TN on December 28, 1941 to the late Ranel Elvis ad Daisy Blonde Moon Farmer. She was also preceded in death by grandchildren, Renee Sanders, Chris Meadows and sister, Sarah Elaine Farmer Knight.
She was a 1959 graduate of Springfield High School and worked in Employment Security for the State of Tennessee. She loved her family very much and enjoyed card games, traveling and her friends.
She is survived by children, Jeff (Becky) Goostree of Nashville, Ginger (Kenny) Lewis of Christiana, TN; brothers, Jerry (Diana) 
Farmer of Mt. Juliet, Mike Farmer of Springfield; grandchildren, John Sanders, Steven (Leslie) Sanders, Jessica (Tommy) Padgett, Courtney (Chris) Martin; great-grandchildren, Brennon Cox, Tyson Lucas, Carter Meadows, Weston Sanders, Brookelyn Lewis, Nola Martin, Tammy Padgett and Brantley Padgett.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Helen Marjorie Mayes
Helen Marjorie Woodworth Mayes, age 91 of White House passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021 in White House, TN.
Funeral Service will be held at 11an Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with Bro. Jack Martin officiating. The family will receive friends 4pm to 7pm on Wednesday, September 8th and 9am until hour of service on Thursday at the funeral home.
She was born in Nova Scotia, Canada on March 25, 1930 to the late Walter A. and Nellie Branch Woodworth. She was also preceded in death by her husband Norman Bruce Mayes; daughter, Jacqueline Pruett; son, David Scott and 12 siblings.
She is survived by son, Walter Scott of Adams, TN; daughter, Lisa (Ricky) Hand of Lake City, FL; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Joseph Mitchell Kupiszewski
Joseph Mitchell Kupiszewski, age 75 of Hendersonville, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mitchell and Evelyn Kupiszewski and his sister, Roberta Schweig. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Suzanne Joseph Kupiszewski; son, Joseph Steven Kupiszewski; daughters, Deanne Marie Kupiszewski and Therese (Ed) Haley; nephews, Frank Schweig and Robert Schweig; grandson, Joseph Russell Kupiszewski.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be conducted at a later date at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville.
Memorial contribution may be made to the Polish Falcons at 1016 Greentree Rd. Suite 201, Pittsburg, PA. 15220-3125.
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Kenneth Douglas Curtis
Kenneth Douglas Curtis, 67, of Greenbrier, passed away on Friday September 3, 2021, at his home. At his request, his remains were cremated, and his family will hold a Memorial Service at a future date. Mr. Curtis was born March 7, 1954, in Westmoreland to the late Douglas and Juanita Howell Curtis. He was retired from Ford Glass, he attended Greenfield Missionary Baptist Church in Greenbrier, and was a member of the Ham Radio Club.
Mr. Curtis was a Civil War reenactor, a Sky Diving instructor with right at 1000 jumps himself. He enjoyed traveling and was an avid supporter of the Wounded Warriors and Tunnel to Towers organizations. He is survived by his wife: Diana Pyland Curtis of Greenbrier, by his daughter: Victoria Lynne Sloan of Greenbrier, by his brother: Mike (Mimi) Curtis of Mississippi, by his brother-in-law: Donald Wayne Pyland of Goodlettsville, by his nephew: John Douglas (Nichole) Curtis of Nashville, by his aunt: Era Mae (Thomas) Gregory of Gallatin, by his uncle: Don (Alice) Curtis of Gallatin, and by numerous friends, cousins, and church friends.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Curtis’s memory to either Wounded Warriors or Tunnel to Towers.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Arrangements for Lacresha Shanette Stewart
Lacresha Shanette Stewart, 41 departed her earthly life on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at St.Thomas Midtown Hospital. Please keep her Family in your thoughts and prayers.
Visitation was Saturday, September 4, 2021 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. This was a WALK THRU visitation only due to the rising of the Covid-19. Temperatures will be checked along with the wearing of masks.
Memorial Service will follow 1:00 p.m. for the Family Only.
Place: Serenity Funeral Home 1507 Batts Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home
Obituary for James Robert Spaunhorst
James Robert Spaunhorst, 77, of Greenbrier, passed away on Monday August 30, 2021, at his home.
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday September 11th at 1:00 p.m. at Lord’s Friendly Mission 915 B. Old Hickory Blvd. Madison, TN 37115. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until service time on Saturday September 11th at the Lord’s Friendly Mission.
Mr. Spaunhorst was born September 10, 1943, in Little Rock, Arkansas to the late Robert and Von James Spaunhorst. He was a retired Warranty Inspector of Groom’s Engines and was of the Church of Christ faith. He was an avid Arkansas Razorbacks football fan, enjoyed playing golf, and loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Mr. Spaunhorst is survived by his wife, Virginia Cole Spaunhorst of Greenbrier, whom he would be married too for 37 years this November, by his sons and daughters-in-law: Eric and Annetta Spaunhorst of Bald Knob, AR, Ben Spaunhorst of Bald Knob, AR, Christopher and Stephanie Spaunhorst of Greenbrier, and by 9 grandchildren.
If so desired, flowers may be delivered to the church starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday September 11th.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for William Deland Elliott
William Deland Elliott, 75, of Cedar Hill, passed away on Monday August 30, 2021, at Skyline Medical Center.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday September 4th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Duff officiating. Interment followed in the Lee Cemetery with R.J. Douglas, Dalton Elliott, Deven Elliott, Daniel Elliott, Brandon Rice, and Todd Elliott serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Rodger Elliott, Mike Elliott, Jennifer Brooke Rice, and Rachael Niven. The family received friends on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mr. Elliott was born July 29, 1946, in Springfield to the late William Odell and Rosetta Bugg Elliott. He was a retired woodworker and furniture builder, having owned and operated Elliott and W.D. Furniture. He was a member of Battle Creek Baptist Church. Mr. Elliott loved watching sports, especially the Tennessee Titans, the Tennessee Vol’s, NASCAR, and golf, watching Mountain Man and westerns on TV, listening to his grandson sing, and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents: William Jerome and Maggie Lee Elliott, Rufus and Lula Bugg, by his siblings: Ray Dean Elliott and Brenda King, by his son-in-law: Ken Wix, and by his brother-in-law: Chuck McBride.
Mr. Elliott is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Evelyn Denson Elliott of Cedar Hill, his sons and daughter-in-law: Anthony Deland Elliott of Cedar Hill, Jerry Scott and April Elliott of Springfield, by his daughters and son-in-law: Marica Kay and Craig Rice of Springfield, Shelia Renee Wix of White House, by his brothers and sisters-in-law: Rodger and Jeannie Elliott of Springfield, Mike and Lisa Elliott of Springfield, Todd and Karen Elliott of Franklin, KY, by his sisters and brother-in-law: Donna McBride of Ft. Wayne, IN, Betty and Jerry Smiley of Springfield, Rose Mary and Dale Crabtree of Greenbrier, and Pam Elliott of Springfield, by his nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made payable to Marica Rice for the Deland Elliott memorial fund or to the American Heart Association.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Ethel Mai Craighead
Ethel Mai Craighead, age 94, of Madison passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021. She was retired from the Tennessean after 38 years service. She was a former member of the Martha Baptist Church. Ethel enjoyed Bingo, game shows and loved Elvis. She was a feisty strong willed person who loved her family.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Polly Gibson. She is survived by her sons; James Craighead, Jr. and Jimmy Craighead; 9 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 7 great great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Her family will receive friend from 10:00 a.m. until her Celebration of Life Service at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Austin and Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville. Interment follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
You may offer your condolences online at www.austinandbell.com
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Dominick John Stewart
Dominick John Stewart, age 43 of Greenbrier, died Monday, August 30, 2021 in Davidson County.
Memorial services were held Friday, September 3, 2021 at 3:00 PM. The family received friends on Friday from 1 PM until the hour of service.
Dominick was born January 18, 1978 in Miami, FL to the late Debrah Bridger Stewart. He was an artist, a father, friend, and partner. He was selfless and kind.
He is survived by his self-built family, Marjorie Spencer of Greenbrier, Catherine Stewart of Cedar Hill, Leeann Holder of Hendersonville, Matt Thompson of Greenbrier, Zack Cristoforo of Greenbrier, Emily Cristoforo of Greenbrier, Kira Rogers of Hendersonville, Tali Martin of Cedar Hill, Raelynn Martin of Cedar Hill, and Maya Martin of Cedar Hill.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Arrangements for Blondell Moore
Viewing and visitation was held Saturday, September 4, 2021 12:30pm – 1:00pm with services following at 1:00pm all at City of Faith Church International 1001 Goldcrest Dr. Springfield ,TN 37172.
Interment: Restlawn Memorial Gardens
Full Obituary to be published soon
Keep the Moore family in your prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to W.D. Crowder Funeral Home
Obituary for James Lewis “Jimmy” Ayres
James Lewis “Jimmy” Ayres, age 68 of Springfield, died on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at the Hillcrest Healthcare Center in Ashland City, Tennessee.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 7:00pm on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield. Visitation with the family will be on Thursday from 6:00pm until the hour of service at 7:00pm.
Jimmy was born on June 1, 1953 in Russellville, Kentucky to the late James Wallace and Betty Margaret Holman Ayres. He worked for many years as an engineer for Electrolux in Springfield. Jimmy is survived by his son, Michael Dwayne (Rebekah) Ayres of Springfield; daughters, Jennifer Ayres (David) Lamb of Pleasant View, Misty Ayres (Endersone) Miranda of Franklin, Tennessee; brother, Ricky6 (Rosanna) Ayres of Springfield; grandchildren, Lexi, Daphne, Victor, James Burr “J.B.”. and Chloe.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Blanche Bracey
Blanche Alexine Bracey, age 88 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Vantage Point Village Assisted Living in Ashland City.
Funeral services will be conducted at Good Springs Free Will Baptist Church in Pleasant View on Wednesday, September 8th, 2021 at 11:00AM with Bro. Randy Riggs and Bro. Mike Hollis officiating. Burial will follow in Good Springs Cemetery with Justin Bracey, Daniel Hogue, Josh Hogue, and Weston Bracey serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View on Tuesday, September 7th from 4-7PM and again on Wednesday at the church from 9:00AM until the hour of service at 11:00AM.
Mrs. Bracey was born on March 22, 1933 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late J.B. & Vera Mae Dryden Parsons. She was retired after 30 years with the Department of Transportation. She was very active at Good Springs Free Will Baptist Church, where she served in the women’s auxiliary, teaching Sunday school, and was a youth leader. Blanche was one of the oldest members of Good Springs Church with over 80 years. She was an avid collector of porcelain dolls and loved to go riding with her husband, Jimmy in their shiny red convertible.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Karene Newman; brother, Rev. Julian “Jack” Parsons; sisters, Alice Eugenia Parsons, Lois Shores; and granddaughter, Judith Bracey.
Survivors include her husband of 70 years, Jimmy Bracey; sons, Randell (Terri) Bracey and Lynn (Valerie) Bracey; daughter, Vera (Keith) Hogue; son-in-law, Ricky Newman; grandchildren, Yeolanda King, Justin (Mary Margaret) Bracey, Daniel (Maggie) Hogue, Josh (Karah) Hogue, and Weston Bracey; step grandchildren, Wayne (Amanda) Jones, Joshua Jones, Jessica (Shawn) Partin, Greg (Sarah) Carter, and Ashley (Greg) Stevens; nineteen great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson St., Nashville, Tn 37203.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Ethel Mae Craighead
Ethel Mae Craighead, age 94, of Madison passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021. She was retired from the Nashville Tennessean after 38 years service. She was a former member of the Martha Baptist Church. Ethel enjoyed Bingo, game shows and loved Elvis. She was a feisty strong willed person who loved her family.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Polly Gibson. She is survived by her sons; James Craighead, Jr. and Jimmy Craighead; 9 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 7 great great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Her family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until her Celebration of Life Service at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Austin and Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville. Interment to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
Services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Porter Henderson
Porter Rawls Henderson, age 79, of Fairview, TN and formerly of Robertson County, passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021 at his home.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 11, 2021 at 12pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Reverend Tim Miles officiating.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on September 11th from 10am until the hour of service at 12pm.
Mr. Henderson was born October 16, 1941 in Springfield to the late William Roy and Jewel Rawls Henderson. He worked more than 50 years as a truck driver and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Henderson was an avid Vanderbilt football and basketball fan, loved farming, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Fairview.
In addition to his parents Mr. Henderson is preceded in death by wife, Mary Henderson and 7 of his siblings.
Mr. Henderson is survived by his current wife, Dianne Putman Henderson; sons, Tim (Lauran) Henderson, Kevin Henderson and John (Angela) Henderson; daughter, Beth (Tim Smith) Walker; brothers, Jimmy Henderson and David Henderson; sister, Joyce Smith; grandchildren, Brittie Henderson, Amos Henderson, Ellis Henderson, Josh (Miranda) Harris, Logen (Brad) Bennett, Jonathan Henderson, Abigal Henderson and Emma Henderson; great-grandchildren, Holden Harris, Hudson Harris, Ivy Henderson, Sophie Henderson and Alice Henderson; step-great-grandchild, Emett Brownfiel; and several loving nieces and nephews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Jacque Palmer Henson
Age 65 of Cottontown passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Portland Medical Center. He was born May 29, 1956 in Knoxville, TN to Jack & Evelyn “Etta” Palmer Henson.
He worked as a lab tech for Hoeganaes Corporation and attended Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville, TN.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Christopher Dee Henson. He is survived by his parents, Jack & Etta Henson, Louisville, TN; son, Thomas (Arisa) Henson, Twenty-nine Palms, CA; daughter, Crystal Bockhouse, White House, TN; brother, Joey (Jody) Henson, Rapid Falls, MI; 3 grandchildren, Shiloh, Safiyah and Isabella.
Funeral service is scheduled for Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 7pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House, with Thomas Henson & Chris Wood officiating. Visitation with the family is planned for Sunday, September 5, 2021 5-7pm at the funeral home. Interment will follow on September 15, 2021 at 2pm (EST) in East Tennessee State Veteran’s Cemetery in Knoxville, TN with military honors.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for George Don Sutherland
Age 85 of Cottontown passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021 at NHC Place in Gallatin. He was born April 7, 1936 in Nashville, TN to George & Aline Reed Sutherland. He retired from Nashville Bridge Company ,where he worked as an electrician, with 42 years of service. He was a member of Walnut Grove United Methodist Church. Mr. Sutherland enjoyed spending time with his neighbors and his church friends. He loved playing cards with the couples from church on Thursday evenings. They were an extended part of his family. He loved animals, especially wildlife. He loved watching and feeding the wild turkeys and the birds.
He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter-in-law, Stephanie Sutherland. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Norma Lee Sutherland; son, Randy (Debbie) Sutherland, both of Cottontown, TN; daughter, Joan (Richard) Whited, Gallatin, TN; sister, Sylvia Coles, Cottontown, TN; 4 grandchildren, Allie Spahn, Luke Whited, Lauren Sutherland and Andrew Whited.
A graveside service and interment are scheduled for Monday, September 6, 2021 at 2pm in Walnut Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers and with Sandy Shawhan officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Walnut Grove United Methodist Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Joann Steele
Age 66 of Madison, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at Skyline Medical Center. She was born January 4, 1955 in Madison, TN to John Wesley & Mabel Helen Goodermuth Steele. She retired with 20+ years service from CNA Insurance. She was a very kind hearted lady who loved animals, especially dachshunds and was always willing to give toward the treatment of animals in a generous way. She enjoyed collecting books and magazines and was an avid fan of Law and Order SVU. When she could get time off from work, she also loved to travel.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary Coles; brother-in-law, Allen Coles. She is survived by her sister, Phyllis (Ronnie) Tomlinson, Cross Plains, TN; niece, Sherry Annette Coles, Nashville, TN.
Funeral service was held Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House, with Bro. Billy Bowers officiating. Interment will follow in Old Brush Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Saturday, September 4, 2021 4-8PM and Sunday, September 5, 2021 12-2pm at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Beatrice Toothman
Clara Beatrice Ellis Toothman, age 89, of Goodlettsville, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Visitation was held Saturday, September 4, 2021 from 1-2pm in the Goodlettsville Church of Christ with Brother Charles Baugh officiating. Funeral services followed at the church at 2pm.
Burial will be held Monday, September 13, 2021 at 11am in the Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemeetery.
Mrs. Toothman was born November 3, 1931 in Robertson County, TN to the late George Edward and Clara Swallows Ellis. She graduated from Cedar Hill High School in June of 1949 and married Jess Toothman June 24th that same year. Mrs. Toothman chose early on to be a housewife and stay at home mother to their children, Jeff and Tina Louise. She was a long-time member of the Goodlettsville Church of Christ where she was known as a greeter to visitors. She was truly a “help-meet” for her husband during his 40 years of preaching, 11 years as an elder, and running the WBS of the Goodlettsville Church. She never worked outside the home except some brief periods helping her husband during his military service and college.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Toothman is preceded in death by her only sibling, Helen Bryant. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Jesse Toothman; son, George “Jeff” Toothman of Goodlettsville; daughter, Tina Louise Sipes of Mt. Juliet; and grandchildren, Trisha (Ryan) Crabtree and Jessica Sipes.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Donil Haines
Donil Louis Haines, age 91, of Chapmansboro, Tennessee died Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield.
His remains were cremated and a Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.
Mr. Haines was born February 10, 1930 in Myatt, MO to the late John Henry Jackson and Lamon Swindell Haines. He was retired from Ford Glass Company, was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and was a former member of Bordeaux Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents Mr. Haines is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Barnes Haines, his sisters, Pauline Duke, Colline Duke and Doris Hansen, and his brothers, Jackson Haines, Bill Haines, Charles Haines and Cledus Haines.
Mr. Haines is survived by his sons, Stephen (Karon) Haines, Johnny Haines, Jeff Haines and Todd (Tomeka) Haines; brothers, James (Sonya) Haines and Dennis (Fran) Haines; sister, Janet (David) Croney; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Pearl Mae Jones
Age 77 of Springfield went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at North Crest Medical Center. She was born May 10, 1944 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Alfred Eugene & Audrey Nadine Burress Bilbrey. She worked as the head Accounts Receivable clerk for Western Belting. Mrs. Jones was a member of New Life Fellowship. She enjoyed reading, Elvis music, studying her Bible, watching old movies and cooking. She loved to worship and lived her entire life serving the Lord. She enjoyed being a wife, mother and grandmother more than anything else.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Laurence Jones; grandson, Gabriel Kelly Jones; 2 sisters, Betsy Ann Bilbrey and Oda Lee Vaughn; sister-in-law, Catherine Bilbrey. She is survived by her son, Neal Jones; daughter, Shirley Jones, both of Springfield, TN; brothers, Olen Bilbrey, Murfreesboro, TN and Billy Joe (Becky) Bilbrey, White House, TN; 5 grandchildren, Bookie, Christian, Joee, Audrey and Landen.
Funeral service was held Saturday, September 4, 2021 at 2pm at New Life Fellowship with Bro. Steve Farmer and Bro. Rob Massie officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Saturday, September 4, 2021 11am until the time of the service at the church.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Karen Lynn Wilson
Karen Lynn Wilson, age 59, of Madison, TN, passed from this life on August 30, 2021. Karen was born on February 25, 1962, in Liberty, KY and grew up in Russell Springs, KY. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky in 1984 and an MBA degree from Belmont University in 2009. She was a former Accountant and CPA.
Karen is survived by brother, Beckham (Terrie) Wilson; two nieces, Abigail and Alexandra; two aunts, Eunice Thomas and Ramona Thornton; several cousins and many friends. She was preceded in death by parents, Merwyn and Hazel Gossage Wilson and sister, Kathie Wilson. Karen was passionate about her faith in the Lord and had a desire to help others. She was an active member of Madison First Baptist Church, where she faithfully served in the Elevate Café ministry, the Apartment Outreach ministry, Parents Night Out and Vacation Bible School. In addition, she worked with community organizations such as Project Connect Nashville; Celebrate Recovery at the Madison Campus Seventh Day Adventist Church, where she also led in organizing an angel tree project for children of prisoners; The Building Healthy Families Program of Lutheran Social Services; Metro Development and Housing Agency Cheatham Place; and, St. Paul’s Second Harvest Food Bank and Grief Share.
Karen lived her life loving God and loving others well. We will miss her greatly, but we are grateful to God our Father that she is now completely healed. “Jesus said unto her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:’ ” John 11:25 – KJV.
Celebration of Life Service to be held Saturday, September 11, 2021, at 2:00 pm, at Madison First Baptist Church, Madison, TN. In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of the above mentioned faith organizations.
Her services have been entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, Hendersonville.
Obituary for Carl Kelly, Sr.
Carl Franklin Kelly, Sr., age 74, of Springfield, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 9am in the Middle TN Veteran’s Cemetery in Pegram. There will be no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Mr. Kelly was born December 22, 1946 in Erie, PA to the late LaVergne F. and Williama Moodie Kelly. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines and retired after serving 22 years as a mechanic, a career he loved. He loved his family, reading, and M&M’s.
In addition to his parents Mr. Kelly is preceded in death by his son, Brian Kelly, his grand-daughter, Haven Ray, and his brother, John Earl Kelly. He is survived by his wife, Janice Harris Kelly; children, Carl (Rebecca) Kelly, Jr. of HI, Daniel Kelly of Bellvue, and Denise (John) Ray of Springfield; grandchildren, Rachel Kelly, Hannah Kelly, Alexis Kelly, Madison Kelly, Katelynn Kelly, Christopher Locke, Austin Kelly, Veronica (Nolan) Simmons and Taylor Ray; and great-grandchildren, Jaxson Simmons and Kaiden Kelly.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Toys for Tots. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Mary Boyd
Mary Frances Boyd, age 91 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Graveside services will be conducted on Friday, September 3rd at 10:00AM in Sunset Hills Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon, Illinois with Rev. Mark Maynard officiating. Burial will follow with Chris Wyatt, Shawn Dean, Frankie Cheatham, Brett Dean, Tony Dean, Sam Dean, and Nicholas Lance serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at Irwin Chapel Funeral Home, 3960 Maryville Rd, Granite City, Illinois 62040 on Thursday from 4-8PM. There will not be a visitation at the funeral home prior to the graveside service on Friday.
Mrs. Boyd was born on May 4, 1930 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late Dalton McCulley and Stella Slicer Dean. She was a homemaker. She loved to shop and tend to her flowers. Mary loved her family and grandchildren dearly and was a member of Calvary Life Assembly of God in Granite City, Illinois.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Dale Boyd; son, Jim Dean; sister, Louise Holtzclaw; brother, Allen Dean; step-father, Monroe Dean.
Survivors include her son, Michael (Louise) Dean; daughters, Sandra (Tommy) Wyatt, Debra (Robert) Boswell, and Karan (Mark) Monroe; sister, Juanita Whitehead;beloved wife of (Jim) Lisa Dean; twelve grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to one’s favorite charity.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of local arrangements.
Obituary for Angel Santos-Barreos
Angel Jesus Santos-Barreos, infant son of Heber Santos-Perez and Arelys Barreos-Carreto, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at NorthCrest Medical Center.
Funeral services were held Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Pastor Guadalupe Ramirez officiating. Burial followed in the Elmwood Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on Thursday from 12pm until the hour of service at 2pm.
In addition to his parents, Baby Angel is survived by his brothers, Victor Rivardeniera and Wylander Santos-Barreos; sister, Cusely Rivardeniera; uncles, Gerardo and Mayra; and aunt, Merlin, all of Springfield.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Mary Boyd
Mary Frances Boyd, age 91 of Pleasant View, Tennessee, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Graveside services were conducted on Friday, September 3rd at 10:00AM in Sunset Hills Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon, Illinois with Rev. Mark Maynard officiating. Burial followed with Chris Wyatt, Shawn Dean, Frankie Cheatham, Brett Dean, Tony Dean, Sam Dean, and Nicholas Lance serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at Irwin Chapel Funeral Home, 3960 Maryville Rd, Granite City, Illinois 62040 on Thursday from 4-8PM. There was no visitation at the funeral home prior to the graveside service on Friday.
Mrs. Boyd was born on May 4, 1930 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late Dalton McCulley and Stella Slicer Dean. She was a homemaker. She loved to shop and tend to her flowers. Mary loved her family and grandchildren dearly and was a member of Calvary Life Assembly of God in Granite City, Illinois.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Dale Boyd; son, Jim Dean; sister, Louise Holtzclaw; brother, Allen Dean; step-father, Monroe Dean.
Survivors include her son, Michael (Louise) Dean; daughters, Sandra (Tommy) Wyatt, Debra (Robert) Boswell, and Karan (Mark) Monroe; sister, Juanita Whitehead;beloved wife of (Jim) Lisa Dean; twelve grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to one’s favorite charity.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements.
(Updated) LAST WEEKS OBITUARIES
Obituary for Curtis E. “Curt” Hall
Curtis E. “Curt” Hall, 79, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday August 28, 2021, at NorthCrest Health.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday September 4th at 12 noon in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Michael Smith officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Dave Rose, II, Lunden Ruhstaller, Donnie Payne, Elijah Sherrod, Doug Heighton, and Alex Heighton serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mr. Hall was born August 20, 1942, in Canton, OH to the late Henry and Ruby Bollinger Hall. He was a retired machinist from Unarco, a member of North Springfield Baptist Church, and a member of the Board of Directors at Byrum Porter Senior Center in Orlinda. Mr. Hall enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing cards, and his favorite hobby was getting in the car with his wife and driving anywhere and everywhere they wanted to go. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son: Robert C. Hall, by his grandson: Kenneth Schutt, Jr., by his son-in-law: Troy Parks, and by his siblings: Ralph Hall, Henry Hall, Jr., and Connie Hall.
Mr. Hall is survived by his wife of 59 years: Helen Blackburn Hall of Springfield, by his daughters and son-in-law; Shelley and Donnie Payne of Springfield, Tracy Parks of Springfield, by his brothers and sisters-in-law: Carl and Linda Hall of Alliance, OH, Kenny and Cheryl Hall of Louisville, OH, by his sister: Charlotte Plympton of Springfield, and by his 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the North Springfield Baptist Church building fund or to the Byrum Porter Senior Center in Orlinda. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Sharon Lynne Ellis Norrod
Sharon Lynne Ellis Norrod, 54, of Springfield, passed from this life on Saturday August 28, 2021, at NorthCrest Health.
Celebration of life services were
conducted Thursday September 2nd at 6:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. The family received friends on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.
Lynne was born December 29, 1966, in Springfield to Robert Bell Ellis and the late Carolyn Lyons Ellis. She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1985, was a private caregiver, and was a member of Head’s Free Will Baptist Church. Lynne loved watching sports, reading, traveling to Myrtle Beach and Gatlinburg with her family, and especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Lynne is survived by her children: Kaleigha Arnold of Springfield, Jackie Leckbee of Springfield, and Nikolas (Jena) Norrod of Portland, by her fiancé: Donnie Cooper of Cedar Hill, by her father: Robert Bell Ellis of Springfield, by her siblings: Rob (Marla) Ellis of Springfield, Jean Johnson of Springfield, Becky (Timmy) Walker of Cedar Hill, and Jennifer (William) Spain of Cedar Hill, and by her grandchildren that she adored so much: Kason, Ezabellah, Rylan, Aleryck, Rickey, Lylah, Maire, and J.C.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Glen Dorris, Jr.
The Good Lord called Glen Dorris, Jr., age 71 of Greenbrier, formerly of Nashville, home on Sunday, August 29, 2021 to be with his Mom, Dorothy Kelso Dorris; his Dad, Glen Dorris, Sr.; and his brother, Gary Dorris, all of whom preceded him in death.
Glen’s remains were cremated and no public service is planned at this time.
Glen was a man of few words but many deeds. As an Eagle Scout he learned early the meaning of doing good and helping others but doing it quietly without fanfare.
After 17 years as a manager with Kroger and 20 years with Pepsi, being a doer, Glen tried his hand at mechanics, carpentry, concrete, landscaping, electrical, cooking, and he was good at all. He wasn’t all work though. He loved fishing, camping, sports, his koi pond, bird watching, growing wildflowers, driving his tractor, and reading.
Glen will be missed not only by his wife of 33 years, Linda Bowie Dorris of Greenbrier, by his two daughters, Olivia (Scott Smith) Dorris and Mende (Jason) Pattee, both of Nashville. His 2 granddaughters, Lana Pattee and Elise Pattee, will especially miss spending time with their Poppee. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association. All donations may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Jean Pace
Wilma “Jean” Christian Pace, age 94 of Greenbrier, passed away Sunday, August 29th, 2021 at The Waters of Robertson in Springfield, TN.
Funeral Services were held at 2 PM on Saturday, September 4th at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends 10 AM until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Wilma was a housewife and a member of Hillcrest Church of Christ.
She was born in Old Hickory, TN on July 6, 1927 to the late Samuel Clyde and Willie Mae Clark Christian. She was also preceded in death by husband, Roy Kenneth Pace; son, James Michael Pace; granddaughter, Megan Williams and sister, Mary Frances Ellis.
She is survived by children, Maruth (Charles) Hall of Greenbrier, Roy Kenneth Pace II of Quitman, GA, Juanita (Dr. Ken) Williams of Greenbrier, Barbara Ann Denisco of Springfield; Grandchildren, Robert Pace, Jamie (Matt) Elliott, Seth Crabtree, Lindsey King, Marcia (David) Floyd, Benjamin (Lindsay) Williams, James Pace Cornsilk, Chris (Sandy) Hall, Jon (Jackie) Hall; great grandchildren, Isaac King, Shaunna King, Abi King, Bryan Pace, Nathan Pace, Dayton Floyd, Gentry Floyd, Daphne Elliott, Ivy Elliott, Piper Williams, Maddie Hall, Abbie Hall, Alli (Riley) Vandervoorde, Kyle Hall, Natalie Hall, Sophie Hall and Lucy Hall.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier
Obituary for William Scott Rappuhn
Age 57 of White House passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Sumner Regional Medical Center. (News Covergae)
He was born June 1, 1964 in Nashville, TN to Gordon & Ann Nicollet Rappuhn. Coach Rappuhn was a 34 year veteran of education, teaching and coaching, with the past 28 years in Sumner County at White House and Beech High Schools. He was an English teacher, the head tennis coach for boys and girls teams, and served as the faculty advisor for The Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter of White House High School. He also served as a girls basketball assistant coach previously in his teaching career. He was a husband, father and community servant to White House and to everyone who knew him. He was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Thea Rappuhn; son, Jaxon Rappuhn; daughter, Danielle Rappuhn, all of White House, TN; brothers, Ed (Terry) Rappuhn, Jeff (Charlotte) Rappuhn and Alex Rappuhn, all of Nashville, TN and Joe Lancaster, Hendersonville, TN.
A Celebration of Life Memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Temple Baptist Church 117 Marlin Road White House, TN at 3PM. Visitation with the family will be held at the church prior to the service from 1PM-3PM.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Elizabeth Smith
Avey “Elizabeth” Smith, age 79, of Springfield, TN, passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Mercy Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY.
Funeral services were at 12 pm on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Springfield. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends 4pm to 8pm on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 and 10am until time of service on Wednesday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Smith was born in Springfield, TN on October 8, 1941 to the late John Henry and Tiny Frey Biggs. She loved her family very much and enjoyed flowers.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Smith preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Lauren Smith; brothers, J.B. Biggs, Charles Biggs and sister, Shirley Grant
She is survived by sons, Joseph “Lonnie” (Judy) Smith, Jr. of Adams, TN and James Ray Smith of Springfield, TN; brother, Billy Joe Biggs of Pleasant View, TN; sister, Tinnie Mendenhall of Cedar Hill; and grandchildren, Tiffany Nicole Wilson, Amber Noel Smith and Jalynn Smith.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
Obituary for Emerson Lee Morris, Jr
Emerson Lee Morris, Jr. age 90, of Springfield, Tennessee, died Saturday, at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
Funeral Services were conducted Tuesday, August 30, 2021, at 2:00 pm in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home. Interment followed in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Jody Ellis, Jason Ellis, Brandon Wilson, Robby McAlister, Jantzen Pendley, and Vernon Pendley serving as pallbearers. Elvis Wilson and Dennis Morris served as honorary pallbearers. The family received visitors at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:00 am until the hour of service at 2:00 PM
Mr. Morris was born on December 6, 1930, in Robertson County to the late Emerson Lee and Bessie Lee Morris, Sr. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean War. Mr. Morris was a member of Barren Plains Baptist church and worked as a shipping and receiving clerk for Delight Products. He loved to fish so much, that he built his own fishing boat from blueprints. He also enjoyed reading books especially westerns, and to paint oil paintings.
Surviving Mr. Morris are his daughters and sons-in law, Anita and Elvis Wilson of Springfield, Rhea-Anne and Vernon Pendley of Springfield, TN, Lacey Morris (Matthew Thompson) of White House, Pamela Robinson of Hendersonville, and son, Joey Morris of Springfield, TN five grandchildren, Brandon Wilson, and his wife Michelle, Jantzen Pendley, Alexis Pendley, Connor Walls, Jackson Thompson, and one great granddaughter, Joann Wilson.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Barren Plains Baptist Church. All donations can be sent in c/o the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Jean Groves Keith
Jean Groves Keith, 89, of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday August 27, 2021, at her home.
Graveside services were conducted Monday August 30th at 11:00 a.m. in the Owens Chapel Cemetery with Reverend Michael Smith officiating. The family received friends at the graveside service on Monday.
Mrs. Keith was born August 8, 1932, in Springfield to the late James Edwin and Georgia Vera Traughber Groves. She was graduate of East Robertson High School Class of 1950. Mrs. Keith was the Secretary/Treasurer and co-owner of Keith Circle Steel. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and the Youngville FCE Club. Mrs. Keith enjoyed crafts, sewing, crocheting, and watching sports, especially the Tennessee Titans and the Tennessee Vols. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings: James Groves, Harold Clayton Groves, Pauline Johnson, Edna Yates, Dot Fuqua, and Ann Sage.
Mrs. Keith is survived by her husband: William Medford Keith, whom she would be married to for 69 years this coming November, by her son and daughter-in-law: Steve and Kathy Keith of Springfield, by her daughter and son-in-law: Jo and Charles Hunter of Whites Creek, and by her special niece: Bettye Jo Palmer and her husband David of White House.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
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Obituary for Thomas Harold Draughon
Thomas Harold Draughon, age 86, of Springfield, Tennessee, died Saturday August 21, 2021, at North Crest Health in Springfield.
Private entombment services with military honors were held on Thursday August 26, 2021 in the Springfield Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with Bradley Martin, Steven Martin, Jeremiah Greer, Michael Greer, Dennis Davis, Paul Dorris and Mike Dorris serving as pallbearers.
Mr. Draughon was born January 31, 1935, in Springfield, TN to the late Rayburn and Louise Farmer Draughon. His brothers, Roy Draughon, Bill Draughon and Robert Draughon also preceded him in death. He was retired from the United States Air Force after originally serving in the United States Marine Corp. Mr. Draughon loved shooting, fishing, gardening and traveling.
Surviving him are his wife, Dorothy Davis Draughon whom he would have been married to for 63 years in September; daughters and sons-in-law, Debra and Geary Greer, Bonny and Kevin Martin and Diana Dorris; a sister, Betty Dorris; four grandchildren, Bradley Martin, Steven Martin, Jeremiah Greer and Katherine Greer and a great grandchild, Michael Greer.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Obituary for Beverly Jo Walker
Beverly Jo Walker entered this earthly life on November 2, 1956 to the late Porter Joseph Dowlen and Beatrice Marie Dowlen. God took her hand and led her to her Heavenly Home with Him on August 24, 2021. She had struggled with her health for years. She fought a long hard battle, but God knew it was time for her to get that well deserved rest that she has been needing.
Beverly was a loving and devoted mother who would have done anything for her children. She was a wonderful granny who doted over her grand-children and great-grandchildren. She loved spending time with her family, pranking people on the phone and she really enjoyed watching Tik Tok videos.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved son, Chad Lamont Dowlen; her siblings, Peggy Dowlen, Betty Green, Ann Green, Cecil Dowlen, Michael Dowlen, and Billy Dowlen; niece, Victoria Dowlen; nephews, Gregory and Bruce Dowlen.
She leaves to cherish her memories: two daughters, Catina Dowlen of Columbus, GA and Shantel (Marcus) Brewer of Springfield, TN; son, Starsky Mitchell of Springfield, TN; eight loving grandchildren, K’neshia, Tremaine, Keyon, KeArrah, Ke’Ondra, Lil Starsky, Octavius, and D’Neisha; seven great -grandchildren; sisters, Linda Gail Dowlen, Deborah Lynette Johnson, Sylvia Dowlen and Mary Helen Hicks; brother, Stanley Dowlen; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Viewing, Visitation and Memorial Service was Sunday, August 29, 2021 at W. D. Crowder Funeral Home with Pastor Mark Dowlen, Officiant and Eulogy; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home.
Keep the Walker family in your prayers.
Obituary for Robert Lee McCarter
Age 83 passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021 at The Residence of Alive Hospice. He was born January 30, 1938 in Red Boiling Springs, TN to Osia & Ruby Edith Coons McCarter. He worked as a mechanic for Peterbilt and retired February 28, 2001, after 17 years of service. He was an avid NASCAR fan. When he was younger, he enjoyed drag racing. He loved gardening, animals and spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Esther McCarter; son, Rickey McCarter; brother, Raymond McCarter; sister, Doris Dorris. He is survived by his son, David McCarter, White House, TN; daughter, Sharon (Dale) Martin, Macon, GA; brother, Jack (Audrey) McCarter, Mount Juliet, TN; sister, Dixie Morgan, Greenbrier, TN; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 11am in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Clay Baggett officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Monday, August 30, 2021 4-8pm and Tuesday, August 31, 2021 10-11am at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
Obituary for Helen L. Woodard
Helen L. Smith Woodard was born on February 14, 1932, in Springfield, Robertson County, Tennessee to the late Clyde Willie Smith and Emma May Darden Smith. On Friday, August 20, 2021,
God called for another musician to join the heavenly choir. Helen Woodard answered His call.
She attended Bransford High School in Springfield, Tennessee.
At an early age she united with Bigbee Chapel Methodist Church and later united with St. James Missionary Baptist Church where she faithfully served as pianist for forty-eight years. She was president of the Mothers’ Board and Superintendent of Sunday School. She loved worshiping and was very dedicated in performing her duties in the church. She was a member of the Ambassadors for Christ and Spiritual Twelve Gospel Group. She also played the piano for functions at the Springfield Senior Citizens Center.
She was united in holy matrimony to John Woodard in 1984. “Choppy,” as she was affectionately called by family, specialized in cooking and baking. A few of her special dishes were, strawberry cake, carrot cake, squash casserole, and homemade slaw; however, anything she cooked was always delicious.
She was preceded in death by two sons, Robert Leon Huskey and Donald Ray Huskey; two brothers, Clyde “Bud” Smith and Arthur “Chico” Thomas.
Left to forever cherish her precious memories are husband, John Woodard, seven grandchildren: Shelly (Robert) Herrera, Lawton, OK; Keifus (Becky) Malone, Springfield, TN; Butch (Kristy) Huskey, Lawton, OK; Tracie Leavell, Springfield, TN; Michael Miller, Deena Charity both of Lawton, OK; Dontez L. Huskey, Springfield, TN; eleven great-grandchildren: Victoria Herrera, William “Jesse” Herrera, Quintessa Fluellen, Wilson Charity, Xander Charity, Kennedy Huskey, Kyrbi Huskey, Myrakle Charity, Keturah Grace Malone, Keenan A. David, Mikayla S. David; one daughter-in-law: Patricia Huskey; three sisters-in-law: Leona Lyle, Dorothy Summers, Norma Jean Smith; niece, nephew, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Viewing, Visitation and Funeral Service was Saturday, August 28, 2021 at St. James Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Mark Washington, Eulogy and Pastor Quinton Yates, Sr. Officiant; Interment was in Restlawn Memorial Garden.
Arrangements entrusted to W. D. Crowder Funeral Home.
Keep the Woodard family in your prayers.
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