Obituaries: Week of November 23, 2025, In Loving Memory
ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE:
(Smokey Barn News)
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Benjamin Riley Byrd
October 24, 2000 ~ November 17, 2025
25 Years Old
Benjamin Riley Byrd, 25, of Springfield, passed away on Monday November 17, 2025, at his home. Funeral services will be conducted Friday November 28th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Dillard officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Sharon Cemetery with Michael Crain, Jayce Nichols, Colton Mayers, Lewis Henderson, Samuel Wix, and Robert Butterworth serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Riley was born on October 24, 2000, in Nashville. He hit the ground running by the time he was 9 months old, and he didn’t stop moving since. Riley enjoyed working at True Friends Moving Company and Jack Ward Plumbing and was currently working in maintenance at Hail & Cotton. He loved playing his guitar, singing, and loved watching movies and TV, especially all the Taylor Sheridan shows. He loved to put a smile on people’s faces. While he loved all these things, his biggest passion in life was getting to be a father to his son, Jordan Riley Byrd. He believed that Jordan was his biggest blessing in life.
Riley loved being around his friends, laughing, and just enjoying life to the fullest. He was vocal about his love for Jesus and was active in his journey to recovery. Riley did his best to live his life with integrity and believed in the importance of being kind to one another.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Julia Leigh Rockey, and grandmother, Ola Sue Bryant. Riley is survived by his son: Jordan Riley Byrd of Dickson, by his father: Phillip Riley Byrd of Portland, by his sister: Destanie Cass of Greenbrier, by his grandparents: Riley and Linda Byrd of Portland and Autry Benjamin Bryant of Springfield, by his uncles: Autry Ray Bryant of Springfield and Keith Byrd, by his aunt: Ruthie Byrd Pegram of Orlinda, and by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Riley was the kind of man who would do anything he could to help others. If you or someone you know is struggling, he would want you to seek help and to know you’re not alone. https://samctr.org/ and https://usa-na.org/find-na/
Services have been entrusted to Robertson County Funeral Home
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Stacey (Young) Bibb
June 4, 1977 ~ November 20, 2025
48 Years Old
We are heartbroken to say that Stacey Ann Bibb passed away on November 20th, 2025.
It is difficult to describe what a blessing Stacey was and still is to so many people. She was a selfless, loving mother. She poured her life into her and Jonathan’s children, Kaitlin and Connor, as well as Kaitlin’s husband, John Mark. Somehow, her devotion to their children did not prevent her from being the wife that most men long for. She was gorgeous, loyal, honest, attentive, nurturing, supporting, devoted, full of wisdom, and empty of pride. Anything that her husband achieved in life is solely because God chose her for him. As if these accomplishments weren’t enough, Stacey was an incredible sister, daughter, and friend.
What Stacey wanted all to know is that before all this, she was a true follower of Christ. She exemplified and lived out her faith in Jesus, her Lord. She loved her church family, studying scripture, singing and listening to worship music, and before cancer weakened her abilities, she loved serving others in various capacities.
In addition to her relationships, Stacey was very accomplished in business. She was part-owner of Covenant Heating and Cooling and served as CFO. Stacey also provided support in starting a nonprofit organization, a consulting business, and helping her husband publish his first book.
Stacey was born June 4th, 1977, in Canton, Ohio. Stacey is survived by her husband, Jonathan Bibb, daughter, Kaitlin N. Hardin and Kaitlin’s husband John Mark Hardin, and her son, Jonathan C. Bibb. Stacey is also survived by her sister Ann Young and her brother, John Young.
Stacey was preceded in death by her brother, Jay A. Young, mother and father, Linda Lou and John Young.
Visitation will be at Robertson County Funeral Home; Saturday, November 22nd from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and on Sunday, November 23rd from 12 noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. The funeral will be Sunday, November 23rd at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Ron Wells officiating. Interment will follow in the Whippoorwill Cemetery in Schochoh, KY.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Metro Christian Academy and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home 2201 Memorial Blvd. Springfield, TN 37172.
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Steven Rask
March 13, 1951 – November 8, 2025
Steven Mark Rask, age 74 of Pleasant View, Tennessee passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
A private graveside service will be conducted at EverRest of Cheatham in Pleasant View with his son-in-law, Tommy Swindle officiating.
Burial will follow with Tommy Swindle, Charlie Knobloch, Ricky Hines, and Noah Johnson serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Stan Harrington, and Harold & David Herrmann.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11 o’clock am, on Monday, November 24th, at First Baptist Church in Joelton. The family will received friends beginning at 10 o’clock am until the hour of service at 11:00 am.
Mr. Rask was born on March 13, 1951 in Alliance, Nebraska to the late Glen & Betty Gilliam Rask. Steven and his wife Pamela met in high school and after marrying were blessed with one son and four daughters. They started a family business, Gardner’s Supply in Bakersfield, California. He was chapter president of the FFA and worked with the youth in FFA and 4H. Their lives changed when they both asked Jesus in to their hearts. From that moment on God began a good work in Steven’s life. It was his desire for him to serve in men’s ministries. He loved to teach God’s word and sing His praises with his family. His life reflected one of his favorite songs, Amazing Grace; through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come, we’ve no less days to sing God’s praise as when we first begun. He was a member of First Baptist Joelton.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Christopher “Bubba” Rask, daughters, Joanna Knobloch and Sarah Rask, grandson, Caleb Johnson; and sisters, Patty Rask and Susan Sherlock.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Pamela Rask; daughters, Corrie Rask and Hannah (Tommy) Swindle; grandchildren, Noah Johnson, Grace Johnson, Sarah Swindle, and Norah Swindle; brothers, Glen (Roberta) Rask and Michael (Brenda) Rask; sisters, Laurel Cox and Fritzi (Ricky) Hines.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Steven’s memory to Samaritans Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 or Men’s Ministry Team at First Baptist Joelton, 7140 Whites Creek Pike, Joelton Tn 37080.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433 www.austinandbell.com
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Martha Jean Sutphin
September 11, 1938 – November 24, 2025
Arrangements Incomplete at this time
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Ava Grace Springer
November 20, 2025 – November 23, 2025
Ava Grace Springer, infant daughter of Brady & Melynda Springer, went into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
A private graveside service will be held in New Hope Cemetery in Joelton with Bro. Corey Minter officiating.
In addition to her parents, Ava is also survived by her brother, Jack; and her sister, Piper.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View assisted the family these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433
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Chelenia Ray Giardina
March 19, 1982 – November 20, 2025
Chelenia Ray “Chenia” Giardina, age 43, of Clarksville, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at her home. Funeral services will be conducted at 4pm Monday, November 24th, in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Michael Dunavin officiating.
The family will receive friends from 2pm until time of the service at 4pm Monday at the funeral home.
Ms. Giardina was born March 19, 1982, in Springfield, to the late Leonard Chester Whitaker, and the late Betty Jean Warren Whitaker. She worked as a Veterinary Technician at the Sango Veterinary Hospital.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Giardina was preceded in death by her grandparents, R.T. and Agnes Whitaker, and Ray and Dossie Warren.
She is survived by her sons, Alex Giardina and Dylan Giardina; the father of her children, Brad Giardina; sisters, Delia (Dwight) Reed and Cathy Rose; brother, Dale Arsenault; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
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Turner Eugene “Gene” Binkley
March 25, 1947 – November 20, 2025
Turner Eugene “Gene” Binkley age 78 of Greenbrier passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025. A Memorial Service will be held at 6pm on Monday, November 24th in the Chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating. The family will receive friends from 3pm until the hour of service at 6pm.
Gene was born March 25,1947 in Joelton, TN to the late Charles Clifford and Effie Luster Binkley. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Ann Nash.
He was an Army Veteran having served in Viet Nam. Gene loved people and having a good time. He enjoyed fishing, antiquing, metal detecting and being a UT fan and also loved his dog, Pepper.
He is survived by his wife, Madonna “Corky” Binkley; son, Stacey (Shelby) Binkley; daughters, Cheree (Doug) Spencer, Dena Martin, Tammy (Steven) Crawford; 9 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and 2 on the way.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Viet Nam Veterans Memorial Fund, 1530 Wilson Blvd., Suite 550, Arlington, VA 22209.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073 are in charge of arrangements. www.austinandbell.com
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Howard Temple Jernigan Jr.
February 6, 1930 – November 18, 2025
Howard Temple Jernigan, Jr. age 95 of Greenbrier, TN passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Skyline Medical Center. A graveside service will be held 11am on Monday, November 24th, 2025 at Springfield Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Howard was born February 6, 1930 in Dearborn, MI to the late Howard T. Jernigan, Sr. and Bertha Brant Jernigan. He was also preceded in death by son, Milton Dale Jernigan; sisters, Barbara Boggs and Ethel Martin.
He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and loved his family, fishing and playing bingo very much. He was a Veteran of the US Air Force and worked for Kelly Armstrong Tire Company.
He is survived by his wife, Edith Arnell Williams Jernigan; son, Joe Thomason; daughters, Debbie (Steve) Crain, Mitzi (Wilburn) Malugen; brother, Tommy Jernigan.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S, Greenbrier, TN 37073 is in charge of arrangements www.austinandbell.com
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Peggy Diane Lavigne
May 29, 1956 – November 17, 2025
Peggy Diane Lavigne, age 69, of Clarksville, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, at her home. Graveside services will be conducted at 2pm Monday, November 24th at the Springfield Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Lavigne was born May 29, 1956, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the late Kenneth Edward Beauchane, Sr., and the late Peggy Hutcherson. She was a U.S. Air Force veteran and worked in a Textile factory for many years.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Lavigne was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Beauchane; and brothers, Ronald Beauchane, Donald Beauchane, and Eugene Beauchane.
She is survived by her children, Stephen (Kimberly) Lavigne, Joseph (Heather) Lavigne, Daniel (Katrina) Lavigne, Andrew Lavigne, Charissa Burge, and Shaun (Sarah) Lavigne; 15 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; brother, Kenneth Beauchane, Jr.; and sisters, Sherry Clinard and Pam Ashley.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME-509 WALNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, TN (615) 384-1000 www.austinandbell.com
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Audrey Greer
December 30, 1936 – November 16, 2025
Audrey Ann Bess Greer Age 88 of Brentwood, TN passed peacefully in her sleep at home on November 16, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband John Greer, her older sister Evelyn Winters and older brother George Bess.
Born in Ashland City, Tennessee to Dewey Franklin Bess and Cora Marie Binkley Bess
Her early career included working at Third National Bank where she eventually became in 1959, one of Sports’ first woman executives as Vice President for the Nashville VOLS minor league baseball team. Through Herschel Greer, who was instrumental in Nashville’s baseball history from the Nashville VOLS through the Nashville Sounds, she met the love of her life John Greer. John’s sister Barbara worked closely with Audrey at Third National Bank and helped cement Audrey and John’s sixty year marriage.
Some of Audrey’s most notable accomplishments included serving as President of Middle Tennessee’s Muscular Dystrophy Association and President of her local Garden Club. A gifted artist with a creative spirit, she also ran her own wallpapering business called “The Paper Dolls.”
Those who knew Audrey remembered her for her wonderful sense of humor, kindness, generosity, affection and warmth. She seemed to be a best friend to everyone. She is survived by her sons David and John, her grandchildren Chandler, Jackson, Rainier and Noah as well as her great grandchildren Ryker, Raelyn and Raya.
The Family will receive friends January 02, 2026, at the Austin and Bell Funeral Home, 6316 Hwy 41 A, Pleasant View, TN 37146. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Gary Sinise Foundation will be accepted.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME- 509 WALNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, TN (615) 384-1000 www.austinandbell.com
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