Obituaries

Mr. Keith Shannon Hall, age 82, of Smyrna, TN passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025. He was born in Prestonburg, KY to the late Raymond, Sr. and Irene Powell Hall. Mr. Hall retired from General Motors after having worked on the line and become a supervisor. He then was a bus driver in Ann Arbor, MI before moving to...

William Curtis "Bubba" Darden, Jr. was born to the union of the late William Curtis Darden, Sr. and the late Elnora Mallory on January 20, 1932, in Robertson County, Tennessee, and entered eternal rest on June 26, 2025.

He accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church....

Funeral services and celebration of life will be on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 12 Noon from the chapel of the Taylor Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Baggett officiating. Visitation with her family will be on Saturday morning beginning at 10:00 a.m. until time of services. Place of rest will be in the Dickson County...

Graveside service for Mrs. Darlene Hunter Smith will be 3:00 P.M. Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Cedar Grove Cemetery with John House officiating. Visitation Sunday after 1:00 P.M. at Ligon & Bobo Funeral Home.

Mrs. Smith, age 73 of Lebanon, passed away July 9, 2025, at Quality Care.

Born March 6, 1952, in Wilson...

Vicki Leigh Gentry Grantham, age 71, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025 at her home in Gallatin, TN. The Funeral Service, conducted by Brother Ronnie Briley, was held Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11 a.m. Visitation with the family was Thursday from 4-7 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial followed...

Mrs. Hannelore Mayer, 95, died July 6, 2025.

Mrs. Mayer was born March 13, 1930, in Marbach am Neckar, Germany. She had a wonderful young childhood with her parents, three brothers, sister and grandparents. Many of the stories she would share were about happy times in Germany with her grandparents, picking apples,...

Horace Wayne Turbeville, 77, passed away on July 6, 2025. A devoted member of Walnut Street Church of Christ, Wayne deeply loved the Lord and his beloved wife. He was active in the Civitan Club and found joy in cheering on the Tennessee Titans and UT Volunteers. Wayne will be remembered for his faith, kindness, and...

Mrs. Mary Jo Taylor, 50, of Pulaski died July 8, 2025, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville.

Mrs. Taylor was born Nov. 19, 1974. She was so full of life, could cheer anyone up and could make any time a good time. She was a joy to be around. She worked at Maremont Gabriel, Appertain, the business office...

Mr. Ed Janes, 82, of Pulaski died July 5, 2025, at NHC, Pulaski.

Mr. Janes was born July 17, 1942, in Canton, Ohio. He was self-employed. He loved watching and attending UT football games, as well as shooting skeet. He is preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Bette Dodson Janes; brother Ralph Janes; sisters,...

Darlene Faulk, age 84 of LaFayette, GA, and formerly of Murfreesboro, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025. She was a native Coffee County, and was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Sons and Fannie Maurine Coffey Sons; brother, Roger Dale Sons; and her husband James R. Faulk.

Mrs. Faulk was a member of Mt...

Rebecca Lynn Beachboard, age 55, passed away on June 25, 2025, in Lascassas, Tennessee.

Born on September 27, 1969 in Royal Oak, Michigan, Rebecca — known affectionately as Becky—was a proud graduate of Dickson County High School, Class of 1987. Her life was marked by a deep appreciation for the natural world...

Mary Elaine Hargis, age 84 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. Born in Columbia, TN, she was the daughter of the late Sylvan Ernest Irwin, Jr. and Mary McCord Galloway Irwin. Mary Elaine was also preceded in death by her husband, Harry Lee Hargis, a daughter, Amy Elizabeth Hood, and a brother,...

Mrs. Cheryl Ann Benefield, age 62, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025. She was a life long resident of Murfreesboro and the daughter of Johnny and Patsy Jacobs Hilliard. Mrs. Benefield owned and operated a school bus for the Rutherford County School system for 30 years. She enjoyed making flower...

Harold Thomas, Jr., age 70, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marge Carter Shelby and Harold Thomas, Sr.; and sister, Barbara Gunkelmann.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie Thomas; children, Chris Caputo (Dusty), Patrick Caputo (Renata), April Caputo, William Caputo...

James Allen Austin, III (JJ), of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at the age of 41. He is survived by his wife, Michelle; children, Jude and Ava; parents, Jim and Lori of Clarksville, TN; and numerous beloved friends.

James loved Jesus, his family, people, tacos, and techno music. He...

Israel Luke Medlock, age 23, of Portland TN, went to sleep in Jesus July 6, 2025, after a two-year battle with cancer.

He was a brilliant, multi-faceted young man, with a bright future. A natural-born artist, he decided to study graphic design at Southern Adventist University, where he met the love of his life,...

William Lewis Thomas, III, age 78 of Manchester, Tennessee, died Monday, June 30, 2025. He was a native of Sullivan, West Virginia and a son of the late William Lewis Thomas, II and Oletta Josephine Grimmett Thomas. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Thomas.

Survivors include his children, Michael...

Carrie Yvonne Hill, age 67, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025.

Celebration of Life will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 2590 Madison St, Clarksville, TN with Mr. Jerry Bush officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery in Guthrie, KY....

Bobby L. Gibbs, age 84, of Chapmansboro, TN passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church with Revs. John Richardson, Mike Madewell, and Tim Ferrell officiating. Burial will follow at Woodall Cemetery. The family will receive...

Jeffery Dean Johnson, age 58, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Celebration of Life was held at 1 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Bro. Buck Tidwell & Bro. Mike Dukes officiating. Burial followed at Resthaven...

Reva Joylee Johns, age 90, passed peacefully on July 1, 2025, in Clarksville, TN, at Signature Healthcare.

Joylee was born on December 18, 1934, in Kennett, Missouri, to parents Elias Jackson White and Clara King White. She later married Richard Johns and made a life together as he farmed the land and she raised...

Mary Elizabeth Styles, age 84 of Tennessee Ridge, TN, passed away June 28, 2025 at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN.

A Celebration of Life Service was held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July, 2, 2025 at Cedar Hill Cemetery with Bro. Ben Clark officiating.

Mary entered this life on February 24, 1941 in Canada,...

SFC (Ret) Carl M. Gillis, a beloved husband, father, and proud soldier, passed away on June 26, 2025, at the age of 66 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Born on March 8, 1959, in Defuniak Springs, Florida, Carl lived a life marked by dedication, service, and compassion.

Carl's commitment to his country was exemplified...

Deborah McIver King Molder, 72, resident of Columbia, passed away on July 6th, 2025, surrounded with love from near and afar and in the presence of her husband and two sons.

The family will host a visitation at Columbia First United Methodist Church (Atrium) from 10:00-12:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 10, 2025. A...

Curry Gregory Ector, of Mount Juliet, TN, passed away June 4, 2025 after a long illness. Graveside Service with Military Honors, conducted by Brother Van Richmond, will be held Thursday July 10, 2025 at 11 a.m. in Sumner Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will serve as Pallbearers.

Greg graduated from...

Mr. Donald Clifford Cantrell, age 81 of Lebanon, passed away July 4, 2025, after battling a variety of health issues including cancer.

Don was born July 30, 1943, in Nashville, Tennessee at the old St. Thomas Hospital. He was the only child of Clifford and Johnnie Gill Cantrell. Don grew up in Detroit and St....

Linda Gail Rochelle, age 75, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday evening, July 3, 2025, at Poplar Estates.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Heritage Funeral Home with Rick Points officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Polk...

Ann Fowler, 75, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Gallatin. Born September 25, 1949, in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Robert Kyle Fowler and Anna Catherine Reinick Fowler. She was a remarkable individual whose selflessness and nurturing spirit...

Douglas Lee Luick, age 72 of Lebanon, died Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at his residence. Doug was born June 16, 1952 in Petersburg, VA, son of the the late retired Colonel Alton L. Luick, Sr. and Nell Douglas Luick. He was preceded in death by his brother, Alton L. Luick, Jr.

Doug was a graduate of Wakefield High School...

Dorothy Anne Dalton Pruitt, 84, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a resident of Columbia, died Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Tom Toner...

Mr. George Fredrick Wasson, 87, of Pulaski died July 3, 2025, at STRHS Pulaski.

Mr. Wasson was born May 15, 1938, in Anderson, Mo., and was a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He worked at Murray Ohio for 45 years and was a self-employed electrician and plumber. He loved attending church, leading...

Caitlyn Danielle Conquest, age 34 of McEwen, TN formerly of Dickson, TN, died in a vehicle accident on May 1, 2025. A memorial service was held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 17, 2025.

Caitlyn, known to many as "Catie Bug," was born December 18, 1990 in Nashville, TN. Having overcome many health issues and...

Dorothy Sensing Edwards, age 94 of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at her home in Dickson.

Visitation will be 4pm-8pm Saturday and 12pm-3pm Sunday at the Spann Funeral Home. Funeral Service for Mrs. Edwards will be conducted at 3pm Sunday, July 6, 2025, from the Chapel of Spann Funeral Home...

Mitchell Eugene "Gene" Faulk, age 80, of Rutherford County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and generosity. Born on July 30, 1944, to the late George Washington Faulk and Mildred L. McCory Faulk, Gene was a lifelong resident of Rutherford County and a well-known member...

Mr. Robert Clayton (Clay) Avent, 55, of Brick Church died June 28, 2025, at his home.

Mr. Avent was born May 16, 1970, in Memphis and was a life-long farrier, blacksmith and cattleman. He served on the Community Board at First National Bank. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially crappie fishing. Most of all,...

Angela Dawn Loupe, age 51, passed peacefully on June 29, 2025. Born in Thibodaux, Louisiana, and raised in Antioch, Tennessee, Angela's life was one of boundless creativity, deep compassion, and unwavering faith. She later made her home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree and...

Gwenda C. Underwood, 79, of Lebanon, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30th, 2025. She was born on April 4th, 1946, in Booneville, Mississippi. When she was still an infant, her family moved to Mount Juliet, Tennessee, where she raised and developed her deep-rooted love for family, community, and creating...

Vicki Leigh Gentry Grantham, age 71, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025 at her home in Gallatin, TN. The Funeral Service, conducted by Brother Ronnie Briley, was held Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11 a.m. Visitation with the family was Thursday from 4-7 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Burial followed...

Sandra Jean Lucas Doss was born on August 23,
1948 in Springfield, Tennessee. Sandra was a woman of strong faith, unwavering love, and quiet strength.

She devoted her life to her family, her church, and her community. A proud matriarch, Sandra was known for her warm heart, nurturing spirit, and the wisdom...

Mrs. Faye Thigpen Workman, 85, of Pulaski died June 30, 2025.

Visitation will be Thursday, July 3, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Rogersville Funeral Home. Funeral services will following with Terry Howard officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery.

Mr. William "Dale" Brasswell, age 65, of Smyrna, TN passed away Monday, June 30, 2025. He was born in Nashville, TN and was a 1978 graduate of McGavock High School. Dale proudly served his country in the United States Army. He then worked the remainder of his career as a long haul truck driver. Dale had a servant's...

Janet Ann Willison, age 64, wife of Donald Lee Willison, and a resident of Culleoka, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Heritage Funeral Home.

Born on August 4, 1960, in Johnson City, New York, Janet...

Billy J. Nesbitt, age 69 of Vanleer, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, Tennessee

Born on November 4, 1955, Billy was the son of the late William and Lillis (Nelson) Nesbitt. A sharp mind with an entrepreneurial spirit, Billy built a successful career as a...

Michael Steven Perry, Sr., of Clarksville, TN, passed peacefully at Tennova Hospital, surrounded by his dear family on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

Michael was born to Buford Perry and Nancy Richardson Martin in Nashville, TN, on March 27, 1964. He was a Truck Driver for most of his life, but in his down time enjoyed...

MAJ.(R) William David Goss, age 73, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on June 22, 2025.

A Memorial gathering was held at 4pm, Friday, June 27, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with a presentation of Full Military Honors at 6pm. The family received friends on Friday from 4pm until 6pm, the hour of honors,...

Oe Chom Edwards, age 70, of Clarksville, TN passed away June 22, 2025.

A Celebration of Life was held at 12 noon Thursday, June 26, 2025, at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral home with Rev. Jimmie Edwards officiating. The family received friends on Wednesday, June 25 from 4pm to 7pm and again on Thursday from 11 am...

Betty Sue Austin, age 89 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025. She was born March 15, 1936, in Nashville, TN to the late Fred and Edna Snoddy Bellar. Also preceded in death by her son, Michael Young Austin.

She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Denice Austin; son, Mark Alan Austin;...

Lucas Matthew Schaffer, a beloved son, grandson, brother, and friend, was born on January 30, 2004, in Charleston, South Carolina. He passed away on June 19, 2025.

Lucas was a bright individual who embraced life with both enthusiasm and passion. He graduated from Montgomery Central High School, where his talents...

Phyllis Humprey Luther, age 80, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

A Memorial Service was held at 12 pm on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Dr. Roger Freeman and Rev. Pat VanDyke. The family received friends on Saturday from 11 am until the hour of...

Chris Randolph, a cherished partner, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at the age of 52 in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on March 25, 1973, in Tuscumbia, Alabama, Chris was known for his vivacious spirit and generous heart.

In his professional life, Chris most recently worked for...

Tommy Wade Bowles, age 63, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 at his home.

The family received friends on Friday, June 20, 2025 from 3 to 5 p.m. at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home.

Tommy entered this life on December 12, 1961 in Clarksville, TN to the late James and Ceclia Bowles. He...

Mark Totten, a beloved pastor, educator, and friend to many, was called home to be with the Lord on June 12, 2025. Born on October 16, 1957, Mark lived a life dedicated to serving others, nurturing his faith, and enriching his community.

Mark's commitment to his religious journey began in his hometown of Logan,...

George Percy Williams, age 77, of Erin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 7, 1947, Percy was the son of the late Thomas Alton Williams and Ruth Ross Williams.

Percy lived a life rooted in family, hard work, and quiet strength. He is survived by...

Don Alan Rademaker of Clarksville, TN passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at home.

Funeral Services were held at 12:00 PM, Friday, June 27, 2025 at Neal-Tarpley Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040. Visitation was also Friday from 10 AM until the memorial service at 12 noon.

Don was born...

George (Geo) Paul Homa, age 61, beloved husband, father, son and brother, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee passed away peacefully at his home on June 23, 2025.

George was born on March 8, 1964, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania to the late George and Lillian Homa. He graduated from Pottsville Area High School in 1982 at the...

Stephen was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. He's survived by his mother, Clara; sister, Christina; brothers, David and Daniel; nephew, Mason; and countless family and friends.

Over 44 years, his life's journey carried him from New York City to Nashville by way of Miami, FL, and many other...

Mr. Robert Earl Miller, age 71, a resident of Columbia, passed away peacefully on, June 25, 2025 at LifeCare of Columbia.

A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, June 30 at 2PM at Heritage Funeral Home. A visitation will also be held on Monday from 1-2 PM. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with...

Margaret Gail Parson Marshall, age 79, a lifelong resident of Mt. Pleasant, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, June 30th at 11:00 AM at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Polk Memorial Gardens. The family visited with friends...

Alan Ray "Big Al" Jones, age 75 of Hendersonville, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at his home. He was born July 7, 1949 in Louisville, KY to Herman Ray & Clova Bell Hester Jones.

Big Al had lived and worked in Muscle Shoals, AL. He loved music, played bass guitar and was a vocalist. In the 70's, he...

Mrs. Bessie May Pickett Watson, 84, of Ardmore, Tenn., died June 27, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia.

Mrs. Watson was born May 18, 1941, in Pulaski and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed cooking, reading and her flowers. She deeply loved...

Mr. Barry Wayne Hughey, 61, died June 26, 2025, in Chattanooga.

Mr. Hughey was born Aug. 6, 1963, in Harrisburg, Penn. He was an alumni of Giles County High School and was a member of the class of 1982. He was a former member of Highland Baptist Church in Pulaski and attended worship at West End Baptist in...

Ms. Iris Verice Brown, 63, of Pulaski died June 23, 2025.

Ms. Brown was born Jan. 4, 1962, and was a loving mother and Te-Te. She was a spirited fan of the Tennessee Titans and Alabama Crimson Tide. Her love for her family and children was fierce and unwavering. She was an amazing cook, whose meals brought people...