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2008 Obituaries
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 ADAMSON,
Norman Wayne - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Norman Wayne Adamson, age 70, was born September
4, 1938 and died November 25, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in
Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A retired employee
of DeZurik Corporation, a United States Navy veteran and minister of the
Smithville Pentecostal Fellowship Church, he was the son of the late
Jessie Walling and Annie Laura Warren Adamson. He was married
April 14, 1962 to Peggy Ann Ervin Adamson who preceded him in death
March 10, 2008. In addition to his wife and parents, he was
preceded in death by one brother, Earl Adamson. He is survived
by one daughter, Kathy Adamson of McMinnville; son and
daughter-in-law, Michael and Shannon Adamson of McMinnville;
grandson; Eric Adamson of McMinnville; sister and
brother-in-law, Sue and Ray Tenpenny of Murfreesboro, TN and a host of
nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 30, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rickey Mitchell,
Rickey Klouse, Wade West and Veronica Watson officiating. Burial
followed in the Gardens of Memory with full military honors
administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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ADAMSON, Peggy Ann - McMinnville resident and DeKalb County, TN native Peggy Ann Adamson, age 64, was born December 24, 1943 and died March 10, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a short illness. A retired employee of A.O. Smith and a member of the Pentecostal Church, she was the daughter of Delcie Bain Ervin of McMinnville and the late Robert Ervin. She was married April 14, 1962 to Norman W. Adamson of McMinnville. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by one daughter, Kathy Adamson of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Shannon Adamson of McMinnville; grandson, Eric Adamson of McMinnville; brother, William Paul Ervin of McMinnville; three sisters, Emma Jean Poss and Linda Fults both of McMinnville and Janie Neal of Smithville, TN; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Earl and Juanita Adamson of McMinnville and Ray and Sue Tenpenny of Murfreesboro, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rickey Mitchell, Wade West and Tifford Gunnels officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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AKINS, Linda F. - Muncie, IN resident and native Linda F. Akins, age 63, was born November 25, 1944 and died April 18, 2008 at her residence. A switchboard operator with First Merchants Bank and a member of the Westside Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Bertha Shirley Summers. Mrs. Akins grew up in McMinnville and was a graduate of Central High School. She was married to James Franklin Akins who was killed in Vietnam May 19, 1967. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Waymon Summers; step-mother, Jackie Akins and sister-in-law, Keiko Akins. She is survived by one daughter, Angie Akins of Muncie, IN; brother and sister-in-law, John and Bettie Summers of Muncie, IN; sister and brother-in-law, Reba and Leroy Walker of McMinnville; sister-in-law, Rosemary Summers of Chattanooga, TN; mother-in-law, and step-father-in-law, Helen and Randolph Newby of McMinnville; two sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Randie and Michael Parks of Ohio and Kim and Rusty Thrasher of New York; father-in-law, Frank Akins of Rockingham, NC; three brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Judy Akins of Rockingham, NC, Joe Frank Akins of Ft. Myers, FL and Kevin Akins of Myrtle Beach, SC; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sarah and Hal Kidd of Charlotte, NC; several nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, 2008 in High's Chapel with Larry Reynolds and Mark Reynolds officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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ALLISON, Helen Garner - McMinnville resident and Tracy City, TN native Helen Garner Allison, age 84, was born December 23, 1923 and died November 11, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Estelle Overturf Garner. She was married to William Burgess Allison who preceded her in death January 7, 2003. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, William Kenneth Jones, Jr.; two brothers, Oscar and Homer Garner and sister, Estelle O'Brien. A graveside service and interment was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Cookeville Cemetery in Cookeville, TN with Dr. Steve Angus officiating. |
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AMPARON, Benjamin Ontiveros - Morrison, TN resident and Jimenez, Chihuahua, Mexico native Benjamin Ontiveros Amparon, age 47 was born March 31, 1960 and died January 29, 2008 at his residence. An employee of Odom Nursery and a member of the Catholic Church, he was the son of Juan Ontiveros Mendoza and Cruz Amparon Delgado de Ontiveros both of San Felipe, Chihuahua. He was married February 11, 2006 to Stephanie Mae Pinegar Ontiveros of Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by four children, Kristiane Kruz Ontiveros-Yesenia and Gisel Ontiveros-Damian Luis Hernandez both of Morrison, TN and Leslie Vanessa Ontiveros Garcia and Cynthia Elizabeth Ontiveros Garcia and her husband Jaime Gerardo Inojos all of San Felipe, Chihuahua; one grandson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Juan Ontiveros and wife Ivabeld Franco de Ontiveros, Rene Ontiveros and wife Teresa Rios de Ontiveros and Gabriel Ontiveros and wife, Maria de Jesus Morales de Ontiveros all of Morrison, TN, Jesus Ontiveros and wife, Mariana Gerrando de Ontiveros, Isidro Ontiveros and wife, Ana Maria Cabriales de Ontiveros and Servando Ontiveros and wife, Carmen Bonilla de Ontiveros all of San Felipe, Chihuahua and Hugo Ontiveros and wife, Susana Salas de Ontiveros of Smartt, TN; sisters and brothers-in-law, Yolanda Ontiveros de Espinoza and husband, Lorenso Espinoza, Graciela Ontiveros and Imelda Ontiveros de Reyes and husband, Gumaro Reyes all of San Felipe, Chihuahua; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Donnie and Betty Pinegar of Morrison, TN; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Donnie and Tammy Pinegar of Morrison, TN and BilliJoe and Ashley Pinegar of McMinnville and thirty-five nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 1, 2008 in High's Chapel with T.L. Smith and Hervin Antonio officiating. Burial was in the Jimenez Municipal Cemetery in Jimenez, Chihuahua, Mexico. |
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ANDERSON, Ann Mae McDowell - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Ann Mae McDowell Anderson, age 89, was born April 26, 1919 and died August 23, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A retired employee of Genesco and member of the East End Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Honas and Bertha Ellen Buff Stevens. She was married to Cecil McDowell and Sam E. Anderson both of whom preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Linda Ann McDowell in 1953. She is survived by one son, J.C. McDowell of McMinnville; daughter and son-in-law, Janette Sue and Gerald McBride of Williamsburg, IN; two grandchildren, Leigh Emerson McBride and Cecilia Ann Norman both of Indiana and five great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 27, 2008 in High's Chapel with Carson Rust officiating. Burial followed in the Salem Cemetery. |
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ANDERSON, Johnnie Lee - Morrison, TN resident and Warren County native Johnnie Lee Anderson, age 90, was born October 31, 1917 and died January 27, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a one-year illness. A homemaker and a member of the Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Joe Floyd and Willie Lou Cates Anderson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Frances Marshall and Betty Hart; brother, Joe Harris Anderson and son-in-law, O.D. Murray. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Geneva A. Murray of Cleveland, TN, Jodie and Wayne Holder of the Centertown Community, Sandy Anderson of Morrison, TN and Shirley and Tom Elam of Manchester, TN; sister, Nancy Keevers of Indianapolis, IN; grandchildren and their spouses, Dee and Teresa Murray, Ricky and Tonya Murray and Pam Murray all of Cleveland, TN, Greg and Lisa Holder and Jennifer and Darrell Gribble both of McMinnville, Kim and Tim Burns of Murfreesboro, TN and Brent and Dana Elam of Manchester, TN and great-grandchildren, Dale, Nikki, Lynndee and Kristian Murray all of Cleveland, TN, Elena Holder of McMinnville, Tyler Burns of Murfreesboro, TN and Megan and Alison Elam of Manchester, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 31, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bobby Wheeler and Charles Williams officiating. Burial followed in the Morrison Cemetery. |
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ARGO, Hazel Leona Wanamaker - McMinnville resident and Grundy County, TN native Hazel Leona Wanamaker Argo, age 87, was born June 3, 1920 and died February 20, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Philadelphia Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Beecher and Ollie Coppinger Wanamaker. She was married March 2, 1939 to Luke Lee Argo who preceded her in death July 12, 2005. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Conard, Clifton and Glenn Wanamaker. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Gail Argo of McMinnville; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Janet and Richard Anthony of Franklin, TN; great-grandson, Blake Anthony of Franklin, TN; great-granddaughter, Margo Anthony of Franklin, TN; three sisters, Beatrice Hillis and Pauline Campbell both of McMinnville and Nelma Sullivan of Beersheba Springs, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 23, 2008 in High's Chapel with William Wanamaker officiating. Burial followed in the Hebron Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Lazarus House Hospice. |
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ATNIP, Robert Lee - McMinnville resident and White County, TN native Robert Lee Atnip, age 91, was born May 15, 1916 and died January 16, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following an extended illness. A self-employed carpenter and a member of the Highland Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Ephriam and Rebecca Norris Atnip. He was married June 4, 1938 to Nannie Amelia Walker Atnip who preceded him in death August 18, 1999. He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Bobbie Atnip of the Centertown Community and Johnny and Gail Atnip of McMinnville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Jill and Fred Davenport and Jane and Rocky Davenport both of McMinnville; four granddaughters and their spouses, Jackie and Buddy Killian of the Centertown Community, Jenny and Regan Kelsey of McMinnville, Becky and Scott Stubbe of Smithville, TN and Allison Davenport of Seabring, FL; two grandsons, John Atnip of McMinnville and Chad Davenport and his fiancée, Sarah Robbins of McMinnville; six great-grandchildren, Keirsten Killian, Peyton and Walker Kelsey, Chloe Davenport and Katelyn and Anthony Robbins; two sisters, Tennie Womack and Mary Bell Moore both of McMinnville; two step-grandchildren and their spouses, Ramona and Jerry Cooper of Rock Island, TN and Teresa and Jeff Hinkle of McMinnville; three step-great-grandchildren, Christopher Cooper, Renee Willis and Shelly Cope; five step-great-great-grandchildren, Ryan and Katelyn Cooper, Jennifer Adams, Brady Willis and Madison Cope; sister-in-law, Rose Walker of McMinnville; several nieces and nephews and special caretaker Jean Killian of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 18, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ed Wilhite officiating. Burial followed in the Salem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Robert L. Atnip Scholarship Fund for Warren County 4-H Club c/o High Funeral Home. |
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BAILEY, Lynn Rene Henny - Murfreesboro, TN resident and Warren County native Lynn Rene Henny Bailey, age 41, was born August 15, 1966 and died May 19, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospice in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A homemaker, a graduate of Warren County Senior High School and member of the Hwy. 231 Church of Christ, she was the daughter of Howard and Peggy Smith Henny, Jr. of McMinnville. She was preceded in death by one brother, Michael Corey Henny; maternal grandparents, Kathleen Smith and James Clarence Ramsey and paternal grandparents, Alice Mae Henny and Howard Henny, Sr. She was married to James Bailey of Murfreesboro, TN. In addition to her parents and husband, she is survived by two children, Jeremy Michael Henny-Lusk and Keosha Symone Henny-Lusk both of Murfreesboro, TN; two sisters, Michelle Denise Henny and Whitney Shanea Henny both of McMinnville; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends and including devoted friends, Mary Curtis, Dee Malone, Renaye Wilson and Dorothy Rucker. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 24, 2008 in High's Chapel with Anthony Walker officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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BALLARD, William Thomas "Tommy"
- McMinnville resident and Tipton County, TN native William Thomas
"Tommy" Ballard, age 68, was born May 23, 1940 and died August 19,
2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A
construction supervisor with Dikes Water Flow and member of
McMinnville First Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Thomas
Woodrow and Helene Marie Richardson Ballard. He was also a
member of the Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star of Winchester, TN where
he served as Past Worthy Patron. In addition to his parents, he
was preceded in death by his first wife, Shelia Ozment Ballard.
He was married May 12, 2007 to JoAnn Leslie Ballard of McMinnville.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son and
daughter-in-law, Chris and Allison Ballard of El Paso, TX;
grandson, Christopher Ballard of El Paso, TX; two sisters and
brothers-in-law, Carol and Don Pharris of Lebanon, TN and Jeanette and
Doug Fryar of Estill Springs, TN; brother and sister-in-law,
Danny and Wynette Ballard of McMinnville; step-son and his wife,
Les and Sherry Trotman of McMinnville; six step-grandchildren,
fourteen step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service was held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008 in
High's Parlor with Bill Martin officiating. Memorial
contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Renovation Fund. |
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BARKS, Dennis Allen - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Dennis Allen Barks, age 46, was born January 19, 1962 and died July 2, 2008 at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga, TN following an extended illness. A former employee of McMinnville Manufacturing, and member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of Hubert Barks of Spencer, TN and the late Laura McCormick Barks. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Myra McCormick. In addition to his father, he is survived by two brothers and sister-in-law, Gary Barks of Morrison, TN and Russell and Melissa Barks of McMinnville; sister, Kathy Rankhorn of Morrison TN and several cousins. A graveside service and interment was held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 5, 2008 at Crain Hill Cemetery with George Roberts officiating. |
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BARKS, Elsie Lou Ada - Doyle. TN resident and White County, TN native Elsie Lou Ada Barks, age 75, was born July 9, 1932 and died February 11, 2008 at White County Community Hospital in Sparta, TN following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Matthew Mae and Cora Bell Clemons Barks. She is survived by three brothers and sisters-in-law, Merle and Betty Barks and Charlie Ray and Linda Barks both of Rock Island, TN and Hubert Barks; sister, Sally Thomas of Woodbury, TN; several nieces and nephews and special friends at Pacesetters of White County, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 13, 2008 in High's Chapel with Buck Martin officiating. Burial followed in the Morrison Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses. |
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BARNES, III, Carl D. - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Carl D. Barnes, III was born November 17, 1963 and died January 17, 2008 at Middle Tennessee Medical Center in Murfreesboro, TN following a brief illness. An employee of Patton Welding and a member of the Bonner Church of Christ, he was the son of the late C.D. and Lucille Vera Tenpenny Barnes, Jr. He was married December 9, 1988 to Wanda Patton Barnes of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Harry Lee and Janet Barnes of Morrison, TN and Jimmy and Paula Barnes of McMinnville; two sisters and brother-in-law, Joyce Barnes of Morrison, TN and Vickie and Mike Bouldin of the Vervilla Community; mother-in-law, Bettye Patton of McMinnville; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sonja and Edd Walker of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 19, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tim Long officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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BARNES,
Edward Sherman - Morrison, TN resident
and Warren County native Edward Sherman Barnes, age 60, was born
September 15, 1947 and died March 7, 2008 at River Park Hospital.
An engineer at A.O. Smith, a United States Army veteran of Vietnam and
a member of the Covenant Fellowship Church, he was the son of Alma
Barnes of McMinnville and the late Elbert Sherman Barnes. He was
married to Delorise Newberry Barnes who preceded him in death February
10, 2007. In addition to his wife and father, he was preceded in
death by one brother, Lonnie Barnes and sister, Wilma Rhea. In
addition to his mother, he is survived by one son and daughter-in-law,
Travis and Amy Barnes of Centre, AL; granddaughter, Charlie
Barnes of Centre, AL; three sisters, Freda Hennessee and Deborah
Barnes both of Murfreesboro, TN and Marie Caldwell of St. Louis, MO;
three brothers, Hugh Barnes, Terry Barnes and Charles Barnes all of
McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with
Dean Northcutt officiating. Burial followed in the Shady Grove
Cemetery in Coffee County, TN. |
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BARNES, Jimmy - Beech Grove, TN resident and Georgia native Jimmy Barnes, age 72, was born November 7, 1936 and died November 30, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A self-employed brick mason and member of Eastside Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Issic and Gladys Mathis Barnes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wives, Jane Brown Barnes and Shirley Macafee Barnes and sixteen brothers and sisters. He is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Angela Marie Tatum of Georgia, Gwendolyn Sue and Kenneth Wright of McMinnville, Sherry and Danny Brown of Beech Grove, TN and Jimmie Lou and Terry Weaver of Manchester, TN; two sons, Jimmy James Barnes and George Stephen Barnes both of Georgia; two step-daughters, Debra Brown and Sandy Brown both of Georgia; three brothers, Robert, Curtis and Horace Barnes; four sisters, Lilly Mae, Barbara, Eileen and Maybelle; ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jim Hunt officiating. |
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BARNES,
Raymond N. "Ray" - McMinnville resident
and Warren County native Raymond N. "Ray" Barnes, age 83, was born
July 19, 1925 and died November 29, 2008 at Middle Tennessee Medical
Center in Murfreesboro, TN following an extended illness. The
former owner of Gay-Lo Cafeteria, a Warren County Judicial
Commissioner, a United States Army veteran of WWII and member of the
Baptist Church, he was the son of the late James P. and Mary Jane Espy
Barnes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by
seven brothers, John, Jesse, George, Ernest, Ezra, Howard and Bill
Barnes and five sisters, Dollie Carr, Hersie Elam, Elsie Barnes, Ruby
Simmons and Hazel Adcock. He was married to Jean Lewis Barnes of
McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons
and daughters-in-law, Charles Ray and Ann Barnes of Murfreesboro, TN
and Tommy and Patsy Barnes of Lebanon, TN; daughter and
son-in-law, Linda and Mike Durham of McMinnville; four
grandchildren, Lynn Martin of Spencer, TN, Dawn McCravy of
Murfreesboro, TN, Chuck Barnes of Lascassas, TN and Melissa Barnes of
Lebanon, TN; seven great-grandchildren and one
great-great-grandchild. Funeral service was held at 1:00
p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Andy Gay and
Nestor Stewart officiating. Burial followed in the Trousdale
Cemetery with full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064
and American Legion Post 173. |
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BASHAM, Opal Lucille - Morrison, TN resident and Cannon County native Opal Lucille Basham, age 90, was born August 3, 1918 and died August 31, 2008 at River Park Hospital. A homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Jesse "Doc" and Melissie Emaline Winnett Jones. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by husband, Herman Basham; one son, Charles Basham; one sister, Ercie Davenport; four brothers, Calvin, Jewell, Carmen and Lytle Jones. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Billy Jean Fults of Morrison, TN; Helen and David Jennings of Morrison, TN; five sons and daughters-in-law, Donald and Helen Basham of McMinnville; David and Marion Jo Basham of Rock Island, TN; Ray and Pat Basham of McMinnville; Bernice and Dianne Basham of Morrison, TN; Bobby and Diannia Basham of McMinnville; Nancy Basham of McMinnville; eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Billy Campbell officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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BELL, John "Jeff" - McMinnville resident and Warren County native John "Jeff" Bell, age 46, was born January 31, 1961 and died January 5, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. An employee of Metal Products Company and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late William Carl and Sarah Frances Craven Bell. He is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Trena G. and Chris Gibbs and Carla A. and Kelsy Burks both of McMinnville; sons, Shawn E. Bell and his mother, Betty Bell of McMinnville and Kalon J. Bell and his mother, Cindy James of Beersheba Springs, TN; sister and brother-in-law, Rhonda and Coleman Barnes of McMinnville; three grandchildren, two nephews and special friend, Linda Shavers. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 8, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jerry Steakley officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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BENNETT, Christie Darlene Bouldin - Dowelltown, TN resident and Warren County native Christie Darlene Bouldin Bennett, age 47, was born November 21, 1960 and died May 18, 2008 at DeKalb Community Hospital in Smithville, TN following a sudden illness. A homemaker and member of Mt. Herman Baptist Church, she was the daughter of Ann Whitler Bouldin of Rock Island, TN and the late Clyde Bouldin. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by one brother, Jodie Crick. She was married July 10, 1993 to Vernon Bennett of Dowelltown, TN. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by two sons, Charles William Boles of Winchester, TN and Michael Lloyd Boles of McMinnville; step-son, Christopher Vernon Pasarew of Austin, TX; step-daughter, Kelsye Blair Reynes of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Wesley Coppinger, Sam Boles and Alyssa Boles; sisters, Debbie Hayes of Fairview Heights, IL and Judy Martin of Rock Island, TN and brothers, Gary Wayne Bouldin of Carthage, TN and Michael Allen Bouldin of McMinnville. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 22, 2008 in High's Chapel with David Carden officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:00 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. Thursday at High's. |
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BERGER,
Barry Steven - McMinnville resident and
New York native Barry Steven Berger, age 59, was born April 24, 1949
and died October 7, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden
illness. A drug rehab counselor and United States Navy veteran
of Vietnam, he was the son of Harriette Lieberman Ragazzo and the late
Sheldon Berger. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his
significant other, JoAnn Lemieux of McMinnville; sister, Phyllis
Noretsky of Cooper City, FL and brother, Bruce Berger Louisville, NC.
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BERGJANS, Maxine Hayes - Memphis, TN resident and DeKalb County, TN native Maxine Hayes Bergjans, age 86, was born June 17, 1922 and died September 6, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A retired employee of Kroger in Sparta, IL, a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Sparta, IL and a member of the Protestant Faith, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Vada Austin Hayes. She was married to Cornelius Bergjans who preceded her in death September 1, 1990. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ralph and John Thomas Hayes and two sisters-in-law, Vern Hayes and Betty Jo Hayes. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Norman and Lorene Harmon of Atlanta, GA; daughters and son-in-law, Sharon and Al Braun of Missouri and Sylvia Cox of Memphis, TN; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathleen and Dr. Thomas Parker of Lebanon, TN and Betty and Harry Dunn of McMinnville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert Hayes and Don and Lucille Hayes both of McMinnville; Frank Hayes of North Carolina and Jimmy Lee and Sheila Hayes of Smyrna, TN; sister-in-law, Patricia Hayes of Michigan and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tim Long officiating. Burial followed in the Stroud Cemetery. |
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BESS, Wilda Airbella - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Wilda Airbella Bess, age 67, was born June 2, 1940 and died March 20, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Christian Fellowship Church, she was the daughter of the late Franklin Benjamin and Martha Emma Killian Scott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters and brother-in-law, Noma Mae and L.B. Pease and Cairlean Bess Brady and three brothers, Boog, Odous and T.L. Scott. She was married to Earl Bess of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Darlene and Danny Polson and Diane and Ruble Price both of McMinnville and Sherrie and Calvin Hammond of Rock Island, TN; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; sister, Georgia McBride of Cookeville, TN; six brothers and sisters-in-law, Livy Scott of Beersheba Springs, TN, Abidine and Rachel Scott of Altamont, TN, Randy and Virginia Scott of Tracy City, TN, Osban and Jean Scott and H.B. and Joyce Scott both of McMinnville and Priceford Scott of Chattanooga, TN; several nieces and nephews and special sister, Tommy Sue Nunley of Grundy County, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 22, 2008 in High's Chapel with Danny Sullivan officiating. Burial followed in the Philadelphia Cemetery in Grundy County, TN. |
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BILLINGS, Avo Hennessee Pelham - McMinnville resident and Van Buren County, TN native Avo Hennessee Pelham Billings, age 84, was born June 9, 1924 and died July 31, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and of the Baptist faith, she was the daughter of the late A.C. and Lillie Hillis Hennessee. She was married to Artis L. Billings who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. She is survived by four children and their spouses, Melissa Carol and Jerry Green of Rock Island, TN and Jackie and Brenda Pelham, Rose Mary and Kenny Duncan and Becky and Carl Green all of McMinnville; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Hassie Wright of Doyle, TN and LouEva McBride and Agnes Wilson both of McMinnville; brother, Clifford Hennessee of Sparta, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 2, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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BLEVINS, Robert Marion - McMinnville resident and Ft. Payne, AL native Robert Maron Blevins, age 83, was born January 1, 1925 and died March 29, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following a four-month illness. A truck driver and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Marion Baxter and Bertha Jane Blevins. He was married November 11, 1989 to Margie Lee Vanatta Blevins of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Terry Blevins of Sacramento, CA; daughter, Claudine Blevins of North Carolina; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and one great-great-nephew. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 31, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ray Skyles officiating. Burial followed in the Gath Cemetery. |
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BODKER, Virginia Alene - McMinnville resident and Dekalb County, TN native Virginia Alene Bodker, age 80, was born September 15, 1927 and died February 23, 2008 at her residence following a four-month illness. A hairdresser and a member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Henry Iverson and Jenny Pearl Taylor Jones. She was married to Noel Davis and later to Chris Bodker, both of whom preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Gary Dean Davis; sisters, Jessie Owens, Mae Roberts, Dorothy Johnson and Doris Evelyn Smith and brother James Thurman Jones. She is survived by one brother, Henry I. Jones, Jr. of Old Hickory, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Gary Few officiating. Burial followed in the Salem Cemetery. |
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BOND, Jack Little - McMinnville resident and DeKalb County, TN native Jack Little Bond, age 75, was born June 4, 1933 and died November 25, 2008. An employee of Batesville Casket Company and a member of the First Baptist Church, he was the son of the late William J. and Annie Ellen Little Bond. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Joanne Taliaferro. He was married October 14, 1956 to Anna Jean Foutch Bond of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Teresa Beth and Ken Moran of Searcy, AR; son and daughter-in-law, Jeffery Lynn and Angela Faye Bond of Rock Island, TN; two grandchildren, Rachel and Joshua Moran of Searcy, AR; two sisters and brother-in-law, Sarah Myers of McMinnville and Vivian and Max Putnam of Chattanooga, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 28, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tony Lawrence officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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BOREN, Franklin Dee - Rock Island, TN resident and Warren County native Franklin Dee Boren, age 69, was born January 18, 1939 and died June 10, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A retired nurseryman and member of Pleasant Cove Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Delbert and Willie Mae Harper Boren. He was married to Emma Dell Wright who preceded him in death May 22, 1991. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Cynthia Boren; granddaughter, Elaine Walker and two brothers, James and Roy Boren. He is survived by five children and their spouses, Debra Ann and James Inman of Camden, TN, Diana Jean Ferrell of Smithville, TN, Richard Dee Boren of Nashville, TN and Betty Mae and Jason Bouldin and Lisa Annette and Gary Hillis both of Rock Island, TN; five step-daughters and their spouses, Teresa and Billy Jones and Delita Dodson both of Morrison, TN and Karen and Joe Curtis, Sheila and Dwayne Brown and Deana and William Hudson all of McMinnville; sixteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; five brothers, Curtis, Ray and Herman Boren all of Rock Island, TN, Marvin Boren of McMinnville and Lynn Boren of Morrison, TN; four sisters, Betty Moore, Brenda Hawkins and Opal Hartman all of McMinnville and Linda Redmon of Rock Island, TN; several nieces and nephews and special friend, Rufus Ballew of Rock Island, TN. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 13, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ray Weddington officiating. Burial followed in the New Bybee Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or New Bybee Cemetery Fund. |
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BOULDIN, Danas David - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Danas David Bouldin, age 51, was born September 6, 1956 and died June 13, 2008 at River Park Hosptital from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. A nursery worker and member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late John David and Wanda Faye Smartt Bouldin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jerry and Cecil Bouldin and sister, Lisa Bouldin. He is survived by four sisters, Betty Faye Price, Carolyn Ross, Terry Boyd and Velina Bouldin all of McMinnville; four nieces, five nephews and special friends, Charles Conry, Jeff Underhill and Bennie Adams. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 16, 2008 at Armstrong Cemetery with James Hampton officiating. |
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BOULDIN, Gary Wayne - Carthage, TN resident and Decatur, AL native Gary Wayne Bouldin, age 55, was born March 20, 1953 and died June 28, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness. An automobile salesman, he was the son of Ann Bouldin of McMinnville and the late Clyde Bouldin. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one sister, Christie Bennett and brother, Jodie Crick. In addition to his mother, he is survived by one daughter, Nicole Marie Stevens of Amarillo, TX; son, Kevin Scott; four sisters, Judy Martin, Charity Rutledge and Martha Wooley all of Rock Island, TN and Debbie Hayes of Fairview Heights, IL and two brothers, Michael Allen Bouldin of McMinnville and Lester Bouldin of Rock Island, TN. A memorial service was held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 5, 2008 at New Bybee Methodist Church with John Padgett officiating. The family requests no flowers or gifts. |
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BOULDIN, Helen Grissom Hillis - Spencer, TN resident and Van Buren County native Helen Grissom Hillis Bouldin, age 83, was born June 8, 1925 and died August 30, 2008 at NHC following a lingering illness. A housewife and a member of Bethlehem Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Morgan Lewis and Emma Pauline Delong Grissom. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by first husband Lossie Monroe Hillis. She is survived by husband, Paul Bouldin of Spencer, TN; one son and daughter-in-law, Kelly and Gaye Hillis of McMinnville; two granddaughters and spouses, Kellie Beth and Brent Groce of Smyrna, TN; Tara Leann and John Hanson of McMinnville; Four great-grandchildren, Tyler and Taylor Groce of Smyrna, TN; Mitchell and Meghan Madewell of McMinnville; Mr. Bouldin's family, six children, Bill Bouldin, Edna Milstead, Faye Bouldin, Dorothy Barnes, Paulette Boyd and Delaine De Bord all of Spencer, TN; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; Mrs. Bouldin's sisters and Brothers, Lottie Bea Roberts, Charlene Bouldin, Bernice Denney, Mildred Walling and Paul Grissom all of Spencer, TN; and Truman Grissom of Dunlap, TN; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service was held at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Billy Reed and Tony Lawrence officiating. Burial followed in the Crain Hill Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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BOULDIN, Robert Clyde - Rock Island, TN resident and Painesville, OH native Robert Clyde Bouldin, age 47, was born August 16, 1960 and died May 1, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A supervisor at Dell and a member of the Christ United Methodist Church, he was the son of the late Amasa Berne and Estell McGuire Bouldin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Cassandra Bouldin. He is survived by two sons, Joshua Adam Bouldin of Lebanon, TN and Jacob Aaron Bouldin of McMinnville; two daughters, Emily Grace Bouldin and Abby Gail Lynn Bouldin both of McMinnville; two uncles, Robert and Jewel McGuire of Rickman, TN and Powell and Emily McGuire of Spencer, TN and two aunts, Mattie Cadle of Pikeville, TN and Zada Bouldin of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ralph Tucker and Mark Carrigan officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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BOYD, David Sumner "Doodle" - McMinnville resident and Edgartown, MA native David Sumner "Doodle" Boyd, age 59, was born May 12, 1949 and died August 2, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A carpenter with Lawson Mill Construction, he was the son of the late Clifford and Olga Jordan Boyd. He was married November 25, 1993 to Patricia McKeown Boyd of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Sarah Boyd Medley and husband William and Scarlet Boyd and loving partner, Mr. Kelly Stewart; two grandsons, Alden and Avery; step-grandson, Trevor Medley; brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Joyce Boyd of Martha's Vineyard, MA; niece, Carla; nephews, Chris and Aaron; aunt and uncle, Kurt and Sissy Boyd of Martha's Vineyard, MA; other children, Mathew, Kayleigh and Austin of Florida and grandson, Jackson Hodges of McMinnville. A private service was held. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boyd family. |
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BOYD, Edward Leon "Billy" - Sunbright, TN resident (formerly of McMinnville) and Warren County native Edward Leon "Billy" Boyd, age 76, was born October 23, 1931 and died February 26, 2008 at Roan Medical Center in Harriman, TN following an extended illness. A forty-seven year employee of Burroughs-Ross-Colville and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Dermis Richard and Evelyn Mae Boyd. He was married to Phyllis Ann Kirchbaum who preceded him in death in 1992. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one son, David Vaughn; brothers, Clifton, Corbin, R.J., Joe and Donald Boyd and sister, Ollie Sanford. He is survived by six children and their spouses, Joseph Vaughn and Roger and Darlene Vaughn both of McMinnville, Donnie and Margaret Vaughn of Sunbright, TN, Lonnie and Diane Vaughn of Baxter, TN and Drucilla Reed and Sharon Johnson both of Indianapolis, IN; thirteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 29, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Center Hill Cemetery @ Hills Creek. |
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BRATCHER, Elaine D. - McMinnville resident and Detroit, MI native Elaine D. Bratcher, age 81, was born April 5, 1927 and died May 8, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A self-employed medical transcriptionist and member of the Catholic Church, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Blanche D'Aigle Kohnert. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, Alvie Bratcher, Jr. and Donald Brandenburg and two grandchildren, Brian Collins and Angela Billings. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Roger Collins of Northville, MI and Sandra and Houston Billings of McMinnville; four sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Zelma Brandenburg of Sparta, TN, Dennis Brandenburg of Key West, FL, David and Marilyn Brandenburg of Gainesville, FL and Randy and Linda Brandenburg of Northville, MI; eight grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren; sister, Pauline Lyons of Belleville, MI and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 11, 2008 in High's Chapel with Willard Ralph, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Banks Cemetery in DeKalb County, TN. |
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BRATCHER, Rayburn - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Rayburn Bratcher, age 69, was born August 18, 1938 and died August 4, 2008 at his residence following a short illness. A retired truck driver and bull dozer operator and member of Sunny Hills Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Jacob Payton and Rosie Lee Cope Bratcher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Alton Bratcher. He was married August 24, 1957 to Rose Mary Johnson Bratcher of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Gary Grove of Collierville, TN; son, Mark Bratcher of McMinnville; granddaughter, Erica Grove of Chattanooga, TN; brother, Melvin Bratcher of McMinnville; three sisters, Dean Prater and Eva Ralph both of McMinnville and Shirley Young of Woodbury, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 6, 2008 in High's Chapel with Richard Haley and Rex Jones officiating. Burial followed in the Banks Cemetery in DeKalb County, TN. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. |
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BRITT, Brenda S. - McMinnville resident and Bledsoe County, TN native Brenda S. Britt, age 58, was born May 15, 1950 and died November 9, 2008 at Alive Hospice at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A factory worker and member of New Hope Full Gospel Church, she was the daughter of the late J.L. and Verena Mae Bickford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Faye Goff and brother, Thomas Lee Bickford. She is survived by one son, Patrick D. Britt of Nashville, TN; "#2 son", Richard Lancaster of Nashville, TN; sister, Helen Ladd of McMinnville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, James & Rose Bickford of Sterling Heights, MI and John and Ann Bickford of Cookeville, TN; niece, Jewellene England and husband, Ray of Spencer, TN; special friend, Betty Talbert; several nieces, nephews and former husband, Robert Britt. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 13, 2008 in High's Chapel with Terry Grissom officiating. Burial followed in the Walling Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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BRITTON,
Johnny Jackson - McMinnville resident
and Stokes County, NC native Johnny Jackson Britton, age 83, was born
May 7, 1924 and died February 17, 2008 at his residence following an
extended illness. A retired employee of Powermatic and a United
States Army veteran of WWII, he was the son of the late Benjamin and
Minnie Mabe Britton. He was married to Geneva Hobbs Britton who
preceded him in death October 3, 2006. In addition to his wife
and parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Ada Martin and
brother, Jimmy Britton. He is survived by two sons, Mike Britton
of Corbin, KY and Jerry Britton of McMinnville; two daughters,
Barbara Hale of Manchester, TN and Beverly Rogers of McMinnville;
five grandchildren, Jeff Rogers, Jeremy Britton and Clint Walker all of McMinnville and
Shane and Brian Britton both of Kentucky and three
great-grandchildren, Jeffery Rogers and Brian and Abbigail Britton.
Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 20, 2008
in High's Chapel with Danny Sullivan officiating. Burial
followed in the Mt. View Cemetery with full military honors
administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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BROGNO, Doris Leona Bradshaw - McMinnville resident and Sweetwater, TN native Doris Leona Bradshaw Brogno, age 72, was born December 12, 1935 and died October 5, 2008 at River Park Hospital following and extended illness. She was the daughter of the late Albert Lewis and Bessie Mae Treadway Bradshaw. She was married to Joseph Brogno who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Brianna Phifer. She is survived by one daughter, Dwana Phifer of Morrison, TN; daughter-in-law, Judy Phifer of Quebeck, TN; five grandchildren, Nicki McBride and David Phifer, Jr. both of Quebeck, TN, Kerrie Rigsby of Morrison, TN, Jamie Phifer of McMinnville, TN and Justin Phifer of Florida; three great-grandchildren, Bronson McBride, Jr., Arenda Rigsby and Alia Phifer and several nieces and nephews. There are no services planned at this time. |
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BROWN, Charles Mabry - Viola, TN resident and Ladonia, TX native Charles Mabry Brown, age 105, was born June 4, 1902 and died April 9, 2008 at Manchester Medical Center in Manchester, TN. A farmer and mule/cattle trader, he was a member of the Viola United Methodist Church, University of Tennessee Alumni Association, United Methodist Laymen's Club and served as president of Grundy County Farm Bureau. He was the son of the late Andrew and Martha Mabry Brown and was a third generation heir of the late William Biles. He was married to Jessie Stubblefield Brown who preceded him in death December 15, 1986. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Charles M. Brown, Jr.; one brother and one sister. He is survived by one daughter, Mary Ann Krickel of Viola, TN. three grandchildren and their spouses, Johnny and Bonnie Krickel of Conyers, GA, Martha and Mike Gibbs of Ranburne, AL and Charles Edward Krickel of Viola, TN and nine great-grandchildren and their spouses, Charles Krickel, Jr. and Courtney Krickel both of Viola, TN; William Mabry Gibbs of Carrolton, GA, Jessie and Shane Gardner of Guyton, GA, Lindsey and Jake Holloway of Bowdon, GA, Jeremy Krickel of Chicago, IL, Kristi and Jason Hale of Honolulu, HI and Sarah and Rachel Gibbs of Ranburne, AL. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 13, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bob Case and Bill Ramsey officiating. Burial followed in the Viola Cemetery. |
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BROWN, Frances H. - McMinnville resident and Warren County native, Frances H. Brown, age 92, was born July 21, 1916 and died December 19, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a two-week illness. A homemaker, a dietician for Methodist Assembly for 17 years, and a member of the Grace Chapel Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late J. H. and Charlotte Woodlee Hughes. She was married to Dennis Smith Brown, who preceded her in death in 1987. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Edna H. Hughes and Lucille Beasley. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Robert Boyd, Jr. of McMinnville; granddaughter, Emily H. Haston of McMinnville; grandson, Robert W. Boyd, III and wife, Janna of Knoxville, TN; three great-grandchildren, Lucy McGill, Emma Kathleen Haston and Sarah Morgan Boyd and nephew, Joe Beasley of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 22, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Bob Case and Rev. Clayton Jones officiating. Burial followed at Grace Chapel Cemetery in Grundy County, TN. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Neighbor Program c/o Grace Chapel Methodist Church, Beersheba Springs, TN. |
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BROWN, Gwendolyn Watson - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Gwendolyn Watson Brown, age 88, was born January 7, 1920 and died February 5, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Central Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late William Thomas and Quixie Milligan Watson. She was married to Franklin H. "Chick" Brown who preceded her in death in 1985. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Waldon Watson and sister, Modeana Watson. She is survived by five daughters and sons-in-law, Rena and Colin McDowell of San Diego, CA, Sharon and David Hammer of Wilder, KY, "B" and Neal Cox and Gwen and Ricky Hildreth both of McMinnville and Jeri and Jerry Brown of Nashville, TN; twelve grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and two sisters, Audrey Henry of Franklin, TN and Dean Magness of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2008 in High's Chapel with Nestor Stewart and Bill Zechman officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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BRUBAKER, Lala Brown - McMinnville resident and Florence, AL native Lala Brown Brubaker, age 70, was born December 8, 1937 and died November 26, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A member of Christ United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Arthur E. and Moss Martin Brown. She was married August 5, 1972 to Gerald Eugene Brubaker of McMinnville. Lala grew up in Nashville where she attended West End High School and earned a degree from Peabody College. She met Gerald at McKendree Methodist Church in Nashville where they married. They moved to McMinnville in 1983. In younger years, she worked as a medical technologist and was an accomplished knitter and an avid Titans fan. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Arthur Edward and Betty Brown, Jr. of Chattanooga, TN; sister, June Brown Doak of Nashville, TN; three nieces and one nephew. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with Mark Carrigan officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ United Methodist Church/U.M.C.O.R. or the St. Thomas Foundation, P.O. Box 380, Nashville, TN 37202. |
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BRYANT, Quim Cantrell - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Quim Cantrell Bryant, age 97 was born March 4, 1911 and died August 26, 2008 at Boulevard Terrace Rehab and Nursing Center in Murfreesboro, TN following a lingering illness. A furniture salesman and appliance repairman and member of McMinnville First Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Frank and Luella Banks Bryant. He was married December 18, 1934 to Kathryne Irene Felty Bryant who preceded him in death January 27, 2005. Mr. Bryant was a starting member of the Masonic Lodge # 125, F.&A.M. and the McMinnville Lion's Club. His happiest moments were spent at the Warren County Fair, frying hamburgers and hot dogs at the Lion's Club Booth. Quim loved Warren County and McMinnville. He lived here most of his life. He thought Warren County was the greatest place in all of God's world. Mr. Bryant was a walking historian. He remembered the first car he saw, the first telephone and the first airplane. He remembered his uncles going off to WWI. They deployed to France, one returned, the other did not. The Bryant family would like to thank the First Baptist Church,. Riverview Terrace, Barr's Furniture, Snuffy, The Chicken Chef Gang, The McMinnville Lion's Club, The Masonic Lodge and all the people who made his life so wonderful. He is survived by one daughter, Susan Cantrell of Murfreesboro, TN; three loving and devoted granddaughters and grandsons-in-law, Anna Iverson of Brentwood, TN, Marie and Jeff Crowley of Spring Hill, TN and Leah and Derrick Cathey of Murfreesboro, TN; three great-grandchildren, Garrison Crowley and Kaityln and Dylan Cathey; sister, Effie Lee Bryant of McMinnville and best friend, Whitson "Snuffy" Burton of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 28, 2008 with Bill Zechman officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery where Masonic Graveside Rites were conducted. Memorial contributions may be made to the Middle Tennessee Lions Sight Service. |
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BURCH, Earl Franklin - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Earl Franklin Burch, age 71, was born August 21, 1936 and died February 9, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A self-employed electrician, he was the son of the late Lee and Annie Parrot Burch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Sue Burch. He was married to Mary Alice Romine Burch of the Centertown Community. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Patty Coppinger of the Centertown Community and Lisa Bess of the Irving College Community; son, Tracy Burch of the Centertown Community; seven grandchildren, Amber McMellon, Dana White, Kaine Robinson, Lacey Bess, Josh Burch, Chandi Nunley and Kaylin Burch; two great-grandchildren, Kyler Robinson and Kacen Nunley and two brothers, Roy Burch of McMinnville, TN and Clarence Burch of Hermitage, TN. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 11, 2008 at Walling Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN with Sonny Lee officiating. |
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BURCH, Jerri Lynn - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Jerri Lynn Burch, age 50 was born February 3, 1958 and died September 20, 2008 at her residence following a six-year illness. A scuba instructor at Middle Tennessee State University and member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of Jerry "Buddy" and Doris Dunlap of McMinnville. She was married August 11, 1979 to Dwight Burch of McMinnville. She was an avid cross stitcher, reader and fisherman. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, George E. and Margie Breedlove; paternal grandfather, Elbert Wilson Dunlap and father-in-law, Johnny Burch. In addition to her husband and parents, she is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Stephanie Dunlap of McMinnville; sister, Suzy Dunlap of McMinnville; paternal grandmother, Mary Ruth Dunlap of McMinnville; nieces and nephews, Kelly Rutledge, Ryan Dunlap and Tristan Dunlap all of McMinnville and Terran Dunlap of Germany; great-niece and great-nephew, Rylin and Dicen Dunlap; mother-in-law, Betty Burch of McMinnville and special friend, Savannah. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 22, 2008 with Steve Breedlove officiating. Burial followed in the New Bybee Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Warren County Relay For Life. |
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BURTON, JR., Walter Whitson "Snuffy" - McMinnville resident and DeKalb County, TN native Walter Whitson "Snuffy" Burton, Jr., age 84, was born September 13, 1924 and died December 10, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a two-year illness. A retired employee of General Telephone and member of Liberty Cumberland Presbyterian Church, he was the son of the late Walter Whitson and Hazel Jacobs Burton, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Landon Tom Burton and sister, Gloria Ann Burton. He was a member of the McMinnville Lions Club for twenty-six years and an American Red Cross Volunteer. He is the only Warren County resident to have donated twenty-five gallons of blood. He was married August 14, 1948 to Laura Louise Maggart Burton of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Shannon Burton and Fred Byrd of McMinnville; son, Scott Burton of Dallas, TX; grandsons, Lance and Logan Byrd of McMinnville; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Jack Burton, Michael and Judy Burton and Terry and Ann Burton all of Silver Point, TN and Bill and Micki Burton of Lavergne, TN; two sisters and brother-in-law, Jean Kelly of Nashville, TN and Keeble and Jack Helm of Silver Point, TN and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2008 at Liberty Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Gary Whitworth, Harry Green, Buddy Pope and Lanny Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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CAMPBELL, Bertie Christine - McMinnville resident and DeKalb County, TN native Bertie Christine Campbell, age 84, was born February 12, 1924 and died July 30, 2008 at her residence. A homemaker and member of West Riverside Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late John R. and Della E. Barrett Jaco. She was married to Alexander Campbell who preceded her in death May 6, 1973. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Marlene Green and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by four children and their spouses, Patricia and Clarence Curtis, Kay and Gary Whiteaker, Gary Campbell and Trent and Teresa Campbell all of McMinnville; thirteen grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren, nine great-great-grandchildren and son-in-law, Aubrey Green of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Vernon Joines officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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CAMPBELL, Bruce Wayne - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Bruce Wayne Campbell, age 48, was born April 19, 1960 and died August 27, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness. A mechanic and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of John C. and Anna Lou Cummings Campbell. In addition to his parents he is also survived by one daughter, Jennifer Campbell of McMinnville; one son, Cody Campbell of McMinnville; two brothers, Jason Campbell and Steve Campbell both of McMinnville; five sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathy Griffith of McMinnville; Debbie and Travis George of McMinnville; Darlene and Rocky Pack of Altamont, TN; Melissa Cruz of Altamont, TN; and Ethel and Mike Tidwell; several nieces and nephews and special friend, Carla Wood of McMinnville; also survive. He was preceded in death by one brother, David Campbell. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 30, 2008 in High's Chapel with Micah Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the Little Johnny Cemetery in Grundy County, TN. |
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CAMPBELL, Marie - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Marie Campbell, age 52, was born January 2, 1956 and died December 1, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. An employee of River Park Hospital and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Olin Earl and Etta Louisa Crawford Steele. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Edward Campbell; sister, Shelby Jean Hudson and two infant brothers. She is survived by one daughter, Rebecca Lynn Campbell of McMinnville; son, Jack Earl Campbell of McMinnville; two grandchildren, Abbi Grace and Eligah Cole Campbell; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Terry and Gail Steele, Jerry and Kathleen Steele and Phillip and Lori Steele all of McMinnville; three Sisters and brothers-in-law, Judy and Bobby Brown, Patsy and John Myers and Phyllis Renee Steele all of McMinnville and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Kenneth Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Zion Hill Cemetery in Coffee County, TN. |
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CANTRELL, Ethel Boren Greene - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Ethel Boren Greene Cantrell, age 79, was born February 13, 1929 and died August 9, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A cook with the Warren Count School System, owner/operator of Green Hill Market and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late William Bevely and Katie Myrtle Schrock Boren. She was married to Earl Ray Greene and Charles Hugh Cantrell both of whom preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Boyd, Lloyd, Oscar and Wilton Boren. She is survived by seven children and their spouses, Wanda Faye and Carl Hillis and Brenda Kaye and Clinton Gribble, Jr. both of the Dibrell Community, Shirley Ray and Roger Hawks of Bell Buckle, TN, Vickie Earlene Frizzell, Tammy Sue and Grady Bouldin and Perry Gene and Rita Greene all of McMinnville and Paula Michelle and Bruce Turner of Smithville, TN; sixteen grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and three brothers and sisters-in-law, Embert Ray and Mary Boren of California, Robie and Illa Vae Boren of McMinnville and Floyd and Rachel Boren of Rock Island, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 12, 2008 in High's Chapel with Richard Bowman officiating. Burial followed in the Webb Cemetery @ Bluff Springs. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Alzheimer's Association. |
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CANTRELL, Katie Frances - McMinnville resident and DeKalb County, TN native Katie Frances Cantrell, age 73, was born October 18, 1935 and died December 17, 2008 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a brief illness. A homemaker and member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Lonnie and Madie Young Pack. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Penny Cantrell; three sisters, Betty Jo Redmon, Lear Wright and Vestie Green and three brothers, D.G., Charles and Franklin Pack. She was married October 16, 1954 to Dennie Denton Cantrell of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by four children and their spouses, Steve and Doris Cantrell of Smithville, TN, Pam Cantrell and Kathy and Jesse Bratcher both of McMinnville and Kim and Bennie McBride of Morrison, TN; three grandchildren, Misty Arnold and Zach and Jamie McBride; three great-grandchildren, Gabe, Garrett and Abbigail; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Paul Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the New Union Cemetery in DeKalb County, TN. |
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CANTRELL, Lewis -
Rock Island, TN resident and Warren County native Lewis Cantrell, age
82, was born March 14, 1926 and died October 3, 2008 at River Park
Hospital following a
sudden illness. The owner of Rock Island
Nursery, he was a United States Marine Corps veteran and a member of
the Church of Christ. He was the son of the late Jim and Zinnie
Martin Cantrell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in
death by one great-grandchild; brothers, Keffer and Rayburn
Cantrell and sister, Emma Mullican. He was married to Juanita
Walker Cantrell of Rock Island, TN. In addition to his wife, he
is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Danny Lewis and Kathy
Cantrell of Rock Island, TN; daughter and son-in-law, Jo Carolyn
and Wayne Ellis of Seymour, TN; four grandchildren and eight
great-grandchildren; two brothers, Joe Preston Cantrell of
Warren County and Leonard Cantrell of Ozark, AL; two sisters,
Christine Womack of Dalton, GA and Willie C. Tittsworth of
Scottsdale, AZ and special daughter, Donna Sullivan Cantrell of Van
Buren County, TN. Funeral service was held at 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 5, 2008 in High's Chapel with Comer Mullican
officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery with full
military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion
Post 173. |
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CARR, William Howard - Tullahoma, TN resident and Warren County native William Howard Carr, age 57, was born August 26, 1950 and died January 11, 2008 at Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma, TN from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. A nursery worker, he was the son of Pearlie McKinley Mount of McMinnville and the late William Eugene Carr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Georgia Lee Carr and Ambergerline Carr and three brothers, Leonard, Willard and Woodard Carr. He was married to Margaret Louise Noon Carr of Tullahoma, TN. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by one son, Anthony Carr of Tullahoma, TN; two grandchildren, Seria Carr and Andrea Carr both of Tullahoma, TN; four sisters, Norma Jean Coonrod, Wanda Sue Thomas and Cathy Alicia Spencer all of McMinnville and Mary Jane Pinchon of Sparta, TN; several nieces and nephews and brother-in-law, Rev. Jewell D. Noon, Sr. of Tullahoma, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 16, 2007 in High's Chapel with Rev. Jewell D. Noon, Sr. and Rev. Robert Utley officiating. Burial followed in the Bethlehem Cemetery @ Martin Charge. |
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CARTWRIGHT, Betty Sue - McMinnville resident and Coffee County, TN native Betty Sue Cartwright, age 66, was born August 18, 1942 and died October 23, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of Horace and Grace Avare Ramsey of Morrison, TN. In addition to her parents, she is survived by husband, Billy Cartwright of McMinnville; daughter, Marlene Cartwright of Decatur, AL; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and LeAnn Cartwright of McMinnville; two grandchildren, Zachery and Ethan Cartwright of McMinnville; brother, Larry W. Ramsey, Sr. of Lebanon, TN and nephew, Larry W. Ramsey, Jr. of Smyrna, GA. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jonathan Stubblefield and Nestor Stewart officiating. Burial followed in Mt. View Cemetery. |
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CATEN, Bessie P. - McMinnville resident and Van Buren County, TN native Bessie P. Caten, age 72, was born August 14, 1935 and died May 2, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late George and Levina Hale Johnson. She was married to William Lloyd Caten who preceded her in death in October of 1979. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death one brother, Coney Lee Tribble. She was a loving mother who cared deeply about her family and loved her friends. She never complained about anything, and always thought of others. She enjoyed working in the yard, collecting frogs and spending time with family. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Brenda M. and Timothy Elkins of McMinnville; brother and sister-in-law, Johnnie and Brenda Johnson of McMinnville; sisters, Stella Caten and Kay Beech both of McMinnville; special cousin, Reba McFarland of Indiana; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, 2008 in High's Chapel with George Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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CATHEY,
Billy Reece - Morrison, TN resident and
Coffee County, TN native Billy Reece Cathey, age 76, was born July 24,
1932 and died October 13, 2008 at his residence following an extended
illness. A farmer and retired forklift operator with Carrier, he
was the son of the late Samuel Wade and Mattie Lou Harrell Cathey.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister,
Barbara Jean Cathey and brother, J.N. Cathey. He was married to
Margaret Miller Cathey of Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife,
he is survived by three children and their spouses, Mary Lou and Jan
Davidson and Gregory Reece and Toni Cathey both of Morrison, TN and
Jeffery B. and Blenda Cathey of Chattanooga, TN; five
grandchildren, Alex and Eric Davidson and Justin and Judith Cathey all
of Morrison, TN and Matthew Bennett of Unicoi, TN; five brothers
and sisters-in-law, Samuel Wade "Buddy" Cathey, Jr. of Beech Grove,
TN, Marshall Leon and Emma Cathey, Jerry and Dorothy Cathey and Donald
and Martha Cathey all of McMinnville and Richard and Elaine Cathey of
Woodbury, TN; sister, Dorothy Hollis of Bowling Green, KY;
sister-in-law, Wilma Jean Cathey of McMinnville; brothers-in-law
and sisters-in-law, Jimmy and Karen Miller, Joseph E. and Jean Miller,
Frank and Barbara Miller and Delbert Nettleton all of Illinois and
several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00
p.m. Thursday, October 16, 2008 in High's Chapel with Chris Sparkman
officiating. Burial followed in the Shady Grove Cemetery in
Coffee County, TN with full military honors administered by the VFW
Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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CHISAM, James Wilburn - McMinnville resident and Warren County native James Wilburn Chisam, age 78, was born June 28, 1929 and died June 2, 2008 at his residence. A retired employee of the McMinnville Water Department and member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late James and Mollie Rankhorn Chisam. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Charlie Bryan and Billy Gene Chisam. He was married June 18, 1959 to Lucille Berg Chisam of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by six children and their spouses, James and Loretta Chisam and Susan and Eddie McCormick both of Spencer, TN, David and Michelle Chisam, Kathy and Ricky Priest and Beth and Kevin Woodlee all of McMinnville and Joyce and Doug Keener of Morrison, TN; thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; brother, Robert Chisam of McMinnville and three half-brothers, Charles Chisam, John Chisam and Roosevelt Chisam all of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Old Bybee Cemetery. |
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CHRISTIAN, Herman
- McMinnville resident and Warren County native Herman Christian, age
80, was born April 6, 1928 and died June 9, 2008 at River Park
Hospital following a one-year illness. A machine operator at
Findlay, a United States Army veteran and member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late
Oscar and Della Pearl Taylor Christian. He was married to Josie
Juanita Rice Christian who preceded him in death June 23, 1996.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his
twin brother, Thurman Christian and sisters, Ella Lee Hillard and
Lucille Cantrell. He is survived by two daughters and
sons-in-law, Kaye and Darrell Pendlum of McMinnville and Sherry and
Chester Chandler of Bone Cave, TN; son and daughter-in-law,
Dwayne and Tommie Christian of Murfreesboro, TN; seven
grandchildren, Shelley Christian and Nick Christian and his wife,
Lauren both of Murfreesboro, TN, Kerry Chandler and his wife, Melissa
of Cookeville, TN, Loranda Chandler and Clint Chandler both of Bone
Cave, TN, Monte Mason and his wife, Kristy of Rock Island, TN and
Devin Mason of McMinnville; great-grandchildren, Hannah Mason,
Megan Mason and Kylie Mason and two sisters, Daisy Seals of Bledsoe
County, TN and Dorothy Jean Mullican of McMinnville. Funeral
service was held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 12, 2008 in High's
Chapel with Billy Reed officiating. Burial followed in the
Hills Creek Cemetery with full military honors administered by the VFW
Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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CLARK, Lillie May - Harlan, KY resident (formerly of McMinnville and Campaign, TN) and Warren County native Lillie May Clark, age 77, was born August 25, 1930 and died June 20, 2008 at Harlan Appalachian Regional Hospital in Harlan, KY. A retired librarian at Magness Memorial Library, retired employee of Kuhn's 5 & 10 and Lay's 5 & 10, and member of the McMinnville First Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Troy Beacher and Myra Louada Safley Clark. She is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Joanne and Gordon Hollins of Harlan, KY; nephew and his wife, Greg and Laurie Hollins of Harlan, KY; niece, Amelia Hollins Gagiliano of Vaccaville, CA; great-nieces and great-nephews, Forrest, Zachary and Leah C. Hollins of Harlan, KY. A host of other friends and family also survive. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 23, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Steve Angus officiating. Burial followed in the Friendship Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Magness Memorial Library. |
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CLENDENON,
Arthur Levon - Nashville, TN resident
and Warren County native Arthur Levon Clendenon, age 76, was born
August 28, 1931 and died April 23, 2008 at Alive Hospice in Nashville,
TN following an extended illness. A retired accountant with
Metropolitan Nashville, a United States Air Force veteran of Korea and
a member of the Una Church of Christ where he served as a deacon, he
was the son of the late Eston and Ruby Cass Clendenon. He was
married to Annie Myra Smoot who preceded him in death May 23, 2007.
He is survived by one son, Mickey Clendenon of Mt. Juliet, TN;
daughter, Toni Clendenon of Smyrna, TN; three grandchildren,
Geoffrey Clendenon and Casey Clendenon both of Nashville, TN and Emily
Brooks and her husband, Kevin of LaFayette, GA and brother-in-law,
Malcolm "Pat" Smoot of McMinnville. Funeral service
was held
at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 25, 2008 at the Una Church of Christ in
Nashville, TN with Steve Blackman, Todd Elliott and Geoffrey Clendenon
officiating. Burial was in Mt. View Cemetery with full military honors
adminstered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173.
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CLENDENON, Douglas Fred - Fayetteville, TN resident and Akron, OH native Douglas Fred Clendenon, age 46, was born February 27, 1961 and died February 3, 2008. A soil scientist with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and a member of the Fayetteville First Baptist Church, he was the son of Fred W. Clendenon of McMinnville and the late Mildred Dilllmore Clendenon. He was married to Judy Darlene Turnbo Clendenon of Fayetteville, TN. In addition to his wife and father, he is survived by one son, Kyle Clendenon of Fayetteville, TN; daughter, Callie Clendenon of Fayetteville, TN and brother and sister-in-law, Gary Wayne and Betty Clendenon of McMinnville. A graveside service and interment was held at 1:45 p.m. Thursday, February 7, 2008 at Center Hill Cemetery @ Hills Creek. |
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CLENDENON, James Lofton "Dib" - Irving College Community resident and Warren County native James Lofton "Dib" Clendenon, age 74, was born November 11, 1933 and died suddenly March 13, 2008. A farmer and nurseryman and a member of St. Mary's Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Lofton C. and Erma Panter Clendenon. He was married June 5, 1954 to Mary Sue McBride Clendenon of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Kent Clendenon of McMinnville; daughter and son-in-law, Frankie and Chris Kelly of Lebanon, TN; three grandchildren, Nick and Ben Kelly of Lebanon, TN and Macaulli Clendenon of McMinnville; great-grandson, Mason Lofton Kelly; brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Eunice Clendenon of Johnson City, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 16, 2008 at Hebron Church of Christ with Greg Rains officiaitng. Burial followed in the Hebron Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Clendenon Memorial Fund @ Homeland Community Bank. |
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COLVARD, Sumner Dews - McMinnville resident and Davidson County native Sumner Dews Colvard, age 96, was born January 31, 1912 and died October 26 ,2008 following an extended illness. A secretary at Tennessee Power Company and a member of the First United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Terrell and Medora West Dews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Barrett Colvard, Sr. and son, Joseph Barrett Colvard, Jr. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Leigh and Frank Moore of McMinnville; daughter-in-law, Diane and Harry DeBoard of Chattanooga, TN; grandchildren, Matthew Terrell and Penny Bost Colvard of Iraq, Sumner Amelia Moore of Nashville, TN, Rebecca Barrett Moore of Nashville, TN; great-grandchildren, Ella and Claire Colvard. A graveside service and interment was held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Mt. View Cemetery with Bob Case officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Magness Library or to your favorite charity. |
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CRABTREE, Jessie Lee - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Jessie Lee Crabtree, age 95, was born June 22, 1912 and died April 22, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a brief illness. A retired school teacher and a member of the Clark United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Carthew and Mary Martin Hunter. She was married to Charles Morgan Crabtree, Sr. who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by five sisters and one brother. She is survived by one son, Charles M. Crabtree, Jr. of McMinnville; daughter, Carolyn Borum of McMinnville; grandchildren, and their spouses, Robyn Crabtree of Smyrna, TN, Nedra and Dewayne Carr of McMinnville, Andrea and Shawn Hicks of Christiana, TN and Megan Stallworth of Plano, TX; great-grandchildren, Ashley Evans, Paige Evans and Landis Crabtree; great-great-grandson, Noah Crabtree; sister, Alma Willmore of Elyria, OH; nieces, Vera Childs, Vivian Gilliam and Marlene Sanders all of Nashville, TN and Marva Reed of Alcoa, TN; nephew, Stanley Sims of Nashville, TN and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Clark United Methodist Church with Rev. Shirley Rayford officiating. Burial followed in the Riverside Cemetery. |
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CRAIG,
Carroll Clifford - Joelton, TN resident
and Warren County native Carroll Clifford Craig, age 74, was born
February 23, 1934 and died August 6, 2008 following an extended
illness. A retired employee of Ford Motor Company, a United
States Army Veteran and member of the Church of Christ, he was the son
of the late Clifford Clayman and Rosetta Baker Craig. He was a
member of the Rock Island Masonic Lodge #452 and UAW Local 737
Nashville Glass Plant. He was married to Mae Denton Craig who
preceded him in death April 26, 2005. He is survived by two
daughters and son-in-law, Carolyn Craig of Joelton, TN and Amy and
Thor Catalogne of Nashville, TN and two grandchildren, Luke and Lucie
Catalogne both of Nashville, TN. Funeral service was held at
11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 9, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial
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CRAWFORD, Carl Gene
- McMinnville resident and Warren County native Carl Gene Crawford,
age 74, was born June 12, 1934 and died October 11, 2008 at his
residence following a lingering illness. A carpenter and
nurseryman, he was a United States Army veteran and was the son of the
late Eugene and Bessie Kelley Crawford. In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Charlie, Billy,
Kelley, M.L. and Marvin Crawford and two sisters, Lucille Moffitt and
Ophia Ross. Mr. Crawford was a former minister at the New Union
United Methodist Church, served as minister at the Shiloh United
Methodist Church for the past seven years and was a member of the
Warren County Laity. He was married December 24, 1956 to Bobbie
Panter Crawford of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is
survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Hal Mayfield of
McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, David and Brenda Crawford
of Newport, TN; grandchildren, Jake and Drew Crawford of
Newport, TN and Madison and Gaines Mayfield of McMinnville; two
brothers, Paul and James T. Crawford both of McMinnville;
several nieces and nephews and special friends, Joe and Alta Faye
Gribble of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00
a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Wayne Simmons,
David Grissom and Tim Lewis officiating. Burial followed in the
New Union Cemetery.
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CROUCH, Drucilla "Decie" - McMinnville resident and Birmingham, AL native Drucilla "Decie" Crouch, age 80, was born March 4, 1927 and died January 19, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a brief illness. A retired employee of McMinnville Garment Company and a member of the Bybee Branch Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Linzy Elton and Anna Tanner Mason. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-mother, Bessie Mason; son, Doyle Lewis Crouch; sisters, Jean Ralph and Virginia Mason; step-sisters, Elizabeth Womack and Cornelia Hammonds; step-brothers, Joe and Herbert Womack and sister-in-law, Evelyn Mason. She was married March 9, 1946 to her husband of sixty-one years, Ralph Crouch of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Tommy and Gail Crouch of McMinnville; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Cynthia and Michael Stender of Murfreesboro, TN; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Brentt and Nicole Crouch of McMinnville; great-grandchildren, Gillian, Brennan, Alyssa Beth, Sara Faith and Aleiagrace Stender all of Murfreesboro, TN and Alexis, Addyson, Ashton and Ansley Crouch all of McMinnville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth Mason and Billy and Violet Mason both of McMinnville; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Carolyn and Hubert Turner of Smithville, TN and Paulette and Bobby Mingle of Gassaway, TN; step-brother and step-sister-in-law, J.C. and Jean Womack of McMinnville; step-sisters and step-brother-in-law, Beatrice and Robert Gosnell and Alma Adams both of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 21, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tony Lawrence officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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CROUCH, Homer H. - Nashville, TN resident and Warren County native Homer H. Crouch, age 81, was born March 25, 1927 and died August 22, 2008 following an extended illness. A retired employee of United Radiator Service and member of the Oakland Freewill Baptist Church in Joelton, TN, he was the son of the late Roy and Clarcy Kennedy Crouch. He was married to Cora Evelyn Webster Crouch of Nashville, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Danny Howard Crouch and Roger Dale Crouch both of Nashville, TN; daughter, Marian (Carl) Fortner of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Jason (Chasity) Crouch of Smyrna, TN, Angela (John) Crutcher of Lavergne, TN and Jennifer Fortner of Nashville, TN; two great-grandchildren, Taylor Crutcher of Lavergne, TN and Kobe Crouch of Smyrna, TN; three brothers, Willie Crouch of Woodbury, TN and Ralph Crouch and H.L. (Mildred) Crouch both of McMinnville; sister, Lucille Crouch of Woodbury, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ricky Burks officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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CROUCH, Ruby Bell Blankenship - Rock Island, TN (Belk Community) resident and Warren County native Ruby Bell Blankenship Crouch, age 83, was born July 27, 1924 and died February 25, 2008 at DeKalb Community Hospital following a brief illness. A homemaker and a member of the Corinth Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Martha Cantrell Blankenship. She was married to Winford Price Crouch who preceded her in death November 15, 1994. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one great-grandson, Trace Underhill; sisters, Octie Walker, Eunice Boren, Bessie Mason, Cleo Hutchins and Nora Blankenship and brother, J.G. Blankenship. She is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Pat Crouch and Wayne Crouch both of Rock Island, TN; three grandchildren and their spouses, Tina and Kim Milligan and Alan and Sasha Crouch both of McMinnville and Julie and Ken Underhill of Smithville, TN; six great-grandchildren, Andrew and Alyssa Milligan and Samari and Dennis Crouch all of McMinnville and Zack and Tyler Underhill of Smithville, TN; several nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rickey Burks and Nestor Stewart officiating. Burial followed in the Corinth Cemetery. |
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CURTIS,
James Howard - Smithville, TN resident
and DeKalb County, TN native James Howard Curtis, age 82, was born
December 29, 1925 and died January 7, 2008 at his residence. A
retired employee of Carrier and a United States Navy veteran of WWII,
he attended the Assembly of God. He was the son of the late
William Thomas and Jody Era Driver Curtis. In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Rufene Dunham.
He was married September 19, 1946 to Grovene Campbell Curtis of
Smithville, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one
son and daughter-in-law, James L. and Sharon Curtis of Smithville, TN;
daughter and son-in-law, Rita and Willy Young of Smithville, TN;
three grandchildren, Kevin Curtis and Tiffany Young both of
Smithville, TN and Bryan Curtis of Marietta, GA; great-grandson,
Coty Barr of Manchester, TN; two brothers, Alvie Thomas Curtis
of Manchester, TN and George Curtis of McMinnville and sister, Gradie
Dale Brown of Fayetteville, TN. Funeral service was held at
2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2008 in High's Chapel with Billy
Campbell officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion
Cemetery with full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064
and American Legion Post 173. |
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CURTIS, Mabel Irene Hennessee - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Mabel Irene Hennessee Curtis, age 78, was born November 24, 1929 and died February 7, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. An educator at Irving College School and a member of the Smyrna Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late John Louy and Minnie Ola McGee Hennessee, Sr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Virginia Northcutt and brother, J.L. Hennessee, Jr. She was married December 1, 1951 to Elvin Curtis of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Sharon Patrick of McMinnville; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Jason and Tabitha Patrick of McMinnville and great-grandsons, Lucus and Kendall Patrick. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tim Long officiating. Burial followed in the Smyrna Cemetery. |
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CURTIS,
William Wesley - Cleveland, OH resident
and Lincoln County, TN native William Wesley Curtis, age 83, was born
January 19, 1925 and died September 12, 2008 at Marymount Hospital in
Cleveland, OH. A foreman with Anchor Industries and a United
States Army veteran of WWII, he was the son of the late Clarence and
Bessie Curtis. He is survived by three daughters, Linda Curtis
Edwards of Cleveland, OH, Peggy Curtis Porter of Sammamish, WA and
Gail Curtis of N. Las Vegas, NV; son, Ralph (Linda) Curtis-Bey
of Brooklyn, NY; nine grandchildren and five
great-grandchildren; sister, Lera Nowlin of McMinnville and
loving companion and dear friend, JoAnn Germany. Funeral service
was held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2008 in High's
Chapel. Burial followed in the Faulkner Cemetery @ Pike Hill
with full military honors administered by the American Legion Post 173
and VFW Post 5064. |
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DAVENPORT, JR., James Monroe "Sonny" - McMinnville resident and Warren County native James Monroe "Sonny" Davenport, Jr., age 66, was born September 9, 1941 and died July 18, 2008. He was the retired superintendent of Middle Tennessee Natural Gas and the son of the late James Monroe and Willie Frances Elrod Davenport, Sr. He was married December 19, 1964 to Velma Pearl Jones Davenport who preceded him in death April 12, 2007. He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Jason Mellons of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Susan Davenport of Columbia, TN; three grandchildren, Alex and Mary Davenport both of Columbia, TN and Ryan Mellons of McMinnville; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary Ann and Walter M. Bishop of McMinnville, Joann and Earl Dove of Rock Island, TN, Lucille and Don Hayes of McMinnville and Faye and Joe Bryan Glenn of Madison, AL; aunt, Agnes Rigsby of Morrison, TN; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dudley and Sheryl Jones of Jacksonville, FL and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Harry Green officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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DAVIS, Wilson Ray "Bunion" - Rock Island, TN resident and Warren County native Wilson Ray "Bunion" Davis, age 70, was born August 27, 1938 and died September 27, 2008 at his residence following a short illness. A retired employee of the Tennessee Department of Transportation and member of Friendship The Baptist Church, he was the son of Lola Mae Davis of Rock Island, TN and the late Zollie Ray Davis. He was married April 25, 1970 to Wanda Patrick Davis of Rock Island, TN. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by five children and their spouses, Becky and Randall Stewart, Tiereah Davis, Timmy and Donna Davis, Kevin Davis and Kurt Rutledge all of Rock Island, TN; grandchildren, Dakota Gilmore, Dalton Stewart, Shayla and Rickie McCormick and Jessica and Morgan Rutledge all of Rock Island, TN, Taylor Davis of McMinnville and Dena Davis of White County, TN; five great-grandchildren, Charity Davis of Rock Island, TN and Starla Davis, Junior Baker, Joseph Baker and Nathaniel Garza all of White County, TN; sister and brother-in-law, Treva and Ronnie Holland of McMinnville; two brothers, Wayne Davis and Wade Davis both of Rock Island, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 30, 2008 in High's Chapel with Steve Breedlove and Roy Terry officiating. Burial followed in the Friendship Cemetery. |
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DEATON, Nina Adelaide - Rock Island, TN resident and Van Buren County, TN native Nina Adelaide Deaton, age 83, was born January 26, 1925 and died November 13, 2008 at White County Community Hospital in Sparta, TN following an extended illness. A retired employee of the McMinnville Garment Co. and a member of Friendship the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Elbert and Ethel Cole Yates. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Josephine Yates. She is survived by one son, Allen Deaton of Rock Island, TN; one grandson, Seth Deaton of Rock Island, TN; one granddaughter, Karaline Deaton of Rock Island, TN; one sister, Janiette Yates Deaton of Rock Island, TN; one niece, Doris Dryden of Murfreesboro, TN; two great-nephews, Matt Dryden of Smyrna, TN and Jason Dryden of Murfreesboro, TN; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 16, 2008 in High's Chapel with Steve Breedlove officiating. Burial followed in the McElroy Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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DILLARD, Walter Lewis - McMinnville resident and Larkinsville, AL native Walter Lewis Dillard, age 69, was born June 15, 1938 and died January 6, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a brief illness. A retired employee of Carrier and a member of the East End Drive Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Tom and Nellie Bibb Dillard. He was married to Johnnie Lusk Dillard of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Eva and Clark Lyons, Evelyn and James Officer and Sandra and Allen McKinley all of Murfreesboro, TN; five sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff and Doris Womack of Memphis, TN, Danny and Malissa Womack of Sparta, TN, Gary Womack of Murfreesboro, TN; Barry and Anna Dillard of Portland, OR and Ricky Womack of McMinnville; thirteen grandchildren, Antwaun, Alexus, Chase, Octavian, Taylor, Colby, Logan, Ashley Day, Demario, Demarcus, Marcus, Emma and Jaden; sister, Amanda Whitaker of McMinnville and brother, John Dillard of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with Phillip Smith, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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DISHMAN, Mary Ruth - Williamston, SC resident and Van Buren County, TN native Mary Ruth Dishman, age 70, was born October 30, 1937 and died September 11, 2008 at Greenville Memorial Hospital in Greenville, SC following a sudden illness. A homemaker and member of Friendship Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Arzie James and Mary Frances Haynie Simmons. She was married to Bobby Dishman who preceded her in death February 11, 1999. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Donald Hillis of McMinnville and Janice and Sandy Kelly of Georgia; six sons and daughters-in-law, Bobby and Earlene Dishman, Anthony and Maggie Dishman, Nathan Dishman and Johnny and Annette Dodson all of McMinnville, Mark and Carolyn Dishman of Algood, TN and Edward and April Rigsby of Georgia; twenty-six grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren and two brothers, James and Tommy Simmons both of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Steve Breedlove officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery |
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DOAK, Dorothy - McMinnville resident and Grundy County, TN native Dorothy Doak, age 83, was born February 9, 1925 and died February 18, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, she was the daughter of the late James and Eoda Bess Turner. She was married to Jim Doak who preceded in death in 1993. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Franklin Doak. She is survived by two sons, Richard Doak of McMinnville and Jimmy Doak of Flint, MI; daughter, Deborah Doak of McMinnville; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and three brothers, Clayborn Turner of Altamont, TN, John Turner of McMinnville and James Turner of Sedelia, MO. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 23, 2008 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in McMinnville with Joe Moffitt, Michael Weeter and Tim Hitchcock officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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DODD, Lawanna Faye - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Lawanna Faye Dodd, age 76, was born August 1, 1931 and died June 16, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a five-year illness. A homemaker and member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Wilson and Lola Frances Davenport Holt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Lloyd and Floyd Holt and two sisters, Rowena Carr and Omega Jones. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and Victor Cole of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Joe M. and Joyce Dodd, Jr. of Rock Island, TN; six grandchildren, April Dodd of Mt. Juliet, TN, Jason Smith of Smartt, TN, Heather Smith of Rock Island, TN and Gregg Dodd, Nikki Cole and Kaiti Cole all of McMinnville; two great-grandchildren, Gregg and Craig Dodd and sister, Vivian Chandler of Hammond, LA. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bob Vickers and Tim Pelham officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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DODSON, Darrell Winford - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Darrell Winford Dodson, age 76, was born June 8, 1931 and died May 22, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following an extended illness. A nursery worker, he was the son of the late George Thurman and Jessie Farless Dodson. He is survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A graveside service and interment was held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 23, 2008 at Smyrna Cemetery. |
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DOVE, Benjamin Ross - Rock Island, TN resident and Dekalb County, TN native Benjamin Ross Dove, age 18, was born February 5, 1989 and died January 26, 2008 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. A landscaper and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of Bobby Dove of Rock Island, TN and Debbie A. Dove also of Rock Island. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters and brother-in-law, Miranda Dove and Misty and Blake Cope both of Rock Island, TN; grandparents, Sue and Stanley Fults and Linda and Chester Dove all of Rock Island, TN; great-grandparents, Ray and Naomi Fisher of Smithville, TN; two nieces, Lexi and Jacie Cope both of Rock Island, TN and several aunts and uncles. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 28, 2008 in High's Chapel with Joey Spicer officiating. Burial followed in the Old Bybee Cemetery. |
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DRAKE, Dorothy Helen Hennessee - Rochester Hills, MI resident and Warren County native Dorothy Helen Hennessee Drake, age 84, was born August 30, 1924 and died November 29, 2008 at Gratiot Medical Center in Alma, MI. A retired employee of General Motors and a member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Arcie and Icie L. Nunley Hennessee. She was married to James Edward Drake who preceded her in death May 4, 2001. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Louise Sizemore, Ruby Simmons and Judy Hester; three brothers, Jim, Billy and J.D. Hennessee and granddaughter, Amanda Renee' Gipson. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Jimmie Faye and Dennis Bossow of Rochester Hills, MI and Barbara Jane Stewart of Manchester, TN; son, Thomas Lester Doak of Lawrenceville, GA; grandsons, Eddie Boyd of Abingdon, VA, Shawn Boyd of Murfreesboro, TN and Thomas, Paul, and Todd Doak all of Enterprise, AL; several great-grandchildren and two sisters, Frances Hale of McMinnville and Maxine McCrary of Smyrna, TN. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ed Fults officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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DUNHAM, Agnes P. - LaFollette, TN resident (formerly of Nashville, TN) Agnes P. Dunham, age 92, died March 11 ,2008 at St. Mary's Medical Center in LaFollette. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hermon and Edna Jones Dunham; sister, Avis Ray; brother-in-law, Burnice Ray and nephew-in-law, Paul Blankenship all of Smithville, TN. She is survived by two brothers and sister-in-law, James M. Dunham of Nashville, TN and Royce and Betty Dunham of LaFollette, TN; nieces, Geraldine Blankenship of Smithville, TN, Candy Dunham and Beth Nelson both of Nashville, TN and Susan Tucker of Knoxville, TN; nephew, Grady Ray of Smithville, TN and several great-nieces and great-nephews. She has several relatives in Warren County. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 2008 at New Union Baptist Church in DeKalb County, TN with Anthony Pelham officiating. Burial followed in the New Union Cemetery. |
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DYKES, Gary Ray - Harrison, TN resident and Warren County native Gary Ray Dykes, age 49, was born September 15, 1959 and died December 23, 2008 at his residence following an eight-year battle. An employee of FLR Hosiery, he was the son of Harold Dykes of McMinnville and Frances Fults of McMinnville. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Otis and Josie Dykes. He was married to Karen Dykes of Harrison, TN. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by his step-mother, Hassielee Dykes of McMinnville; two sons and daughters-in-law, Randal and Jamie Ellison of Harrison, TN and Danny and Michelle Ellison of Chattanooga, TN; three grandchildren and brother, Robert Tate of McMinnville. He is survived by many other family members that will miss him greatly. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 27, 2008 in High's Chapel with Billy Campbell officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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EATON, Don Kelly - Silver Point, TN resident and Warren County native Don Kelly Eaton, age 75, was born December 18, 1932 and died May 17, 2008 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, TN following an extended illness. He was the son of the late James Lloyd and Emma Sue Willis Eaton. He is survived by one brother, Glen Eaton of Tuscaloosa, AL; three nephews, Craig Eaton of Palm Springs, CA and Ken and Dan Eaton both of Tuscaloosa, AL and niece, Suzanne Wimberly of Tyler, TX. A graveside service and interment was held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Mt. View Cemetery with Tim Parish officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Tennessee Alliance For The Mentally Ill. |
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ELAM, Wanda Sue - Morrison, TN resident and Warren County native Wanda Sue Elam, age 58, was born March 7, 1950 and died May 8, 2008 at her residence following a sudden illness. An x-ray technician and member of Shady Grove Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Pete and Lennie Miller Lockridge. She was married October 23, 1970 to David Elam of Morrison, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Stacie and Stephen Potter of Christiana, TN; son and daughter-in-law, James and Cindy Elam of McMinnville; four grandchildren, Jacob, LeeAnn, Jaime and Courtney; great-grandson, Zachary; brother, Wayne Lockridge of McMinnville; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rayford and Vada Elam of Morrison, TN and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with Charlie Nunley and Keith Sims officiating. |
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ELKINS,
SR., James Nuton - McMinnville resident
and Warren County native James Nuton Elkins, Sr., age 82, was born
December 4, 1925 and died January 29, 2008 at Alive Hospice in
Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A forklift driver
at Burroughs-Ross-Colville a United States Army veteran and a member
of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late James Franklin and
Violet Johnson Elkins. In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by four sisters, Ida Mae Harmon, Patsy Spalding,
Jennie Bell Hoppye and Irene Muncey and brother, Robert E. Elkins.
He was married May 24, 1947 to Ruby Pearl Green Elkins of McMinnville.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters and
sons-in-law, Ann and Dale Smith of McMinnville and Irene and Randall
Fuston of Rock Island, TN; two sons and daughters-in-law, James
and Nancy Elkins, Jr. of McMinnville and Franklin and Ann Elkins of
Manchester, TN; eight grandchildren and seven
great-grandchildren; three sisters, Frankie Elrod of Manchester,
TN, Annie Fults of McMinnville and Maggie Sartin of Detroit, MI;
brother-in-law, and sister-in-law, Virgil and Bonnie Green of
McMinnville and sister-in-law, Inez Pitman of McMinnville.
Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 2, 2008
in High's Chapel with Richard Bowman officiating. Burial
followed in the Salem Cemetery with full military honors administered
by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. Memorial
contributions may be made to
Alive Hospice
or to the charity of your choice. |
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ELROD, Geneva Ruth - McMinnville resident and Coffee County, TN native Geneva Ruth Elrod, age 71, was born April 21, 1937 and died November 1, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a sudden illness. A seamstress and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Aubrey Lee and Irma Pauline Parker Jernigan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Steven Parker and Michael Parker; brothers, Aubrey Lamont, Charles Edwin, Harold David and Thurman Lee Jernigan and sister, Shirley Marlene Lytle. She is survived by two sons, Ricky Parker of Murfreesboro, TN and James H. Turner, Jr. of Rock Island, TN; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and James Koons of McMinnville; five grandchildren, April McGee, Jennifer Parker, Chantell Koons, Mikha Piper and Brad Parker; five great-grandchildren, Tyler McClure, Cody McGee, Caleb Willeby, Andrew Willeby and Tanner Piper; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Norman and Louise Jernigan of McMinnville and Jerry and Mary Jernigan of Viola, TN; several nieces and nephews; special friend, Melanie Johnson and many other friends. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bobby Newby officiating. Burial followed in the Asbury Cemetery in Coffee County, TN. |
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ELROD, Nina Ellen - McMinnville resident and Pickett County, TN native Nina Ellen Elrod, age 86, was born April 28, 1922 and died September 23, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home. A retired employee of Genesco an a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Lillie Conner Holt. She was married December 10, 1955 to Samuel David Elrod who preceded her in death February 2, 2007. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Joyce Maurice Elrod and two brothers, Arthur and Algie Holt. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, David and Kathy Elrod of McMinnville; daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Robert Causey of Cragford, AL; five grandchildren, Katelyn Elrod of McMinnville, Ashley Elrod of Virginia, James Causey of Jacksonville, AL and Sarah Causey and Karen Williams both of Weaver, AL; two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Belle Williams and two sisters, June Dayton of Woodbury, TN and Olene Mims of Nashville, TN. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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EVANS, Jacob - McMinnville, TN resident and Warren County native Jacob Evans, age 78, was born October 12, 1929 and died August 22, 2008 at Alive Hospice in Nashville following an extended illness. The owner of McMinnville Freight Lines and a member of the Cornerstone Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Pauline Gertrude McGregor Evans Cowell and Avery Evans. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brother, Arthur Evans and sister Eva Sims. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sara Moore Evans, of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Joy Evans of McMinnville; three grandchildren and spouses, Kristie and John Eads of Lexington, KY; Julie and John LaForte and Jenifer Evans of McMinnville; two great-grandchildren, Jacob Eads of Lexington, KY; and Hallie LaForte of McMinnville; one sister, Carmen Martin of Indianapolis, IN; one half-brother, Douglas Cowell of Florida; two caregivers, Carol Hollandsworth and Shawn Huff. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 24, 2008 in High's Chapel with Carl Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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EVERHARDT,
George Edsel - Morrison, TN resident and
Johnson City, IL native George Edsel Everhardt, age 83, was born April
30, 1925 and died October 4, 2008 at his residence following a
three-month illness. A c.b. antenna manufacturer, a United
States Army veteran of WWII and member of Fountain Grove Methodist
Church, he was the son of the late Fred and Ada Odle Everhardt.
He was married August 7, 1946 to Marvyl "Queenie" Sark Everhardt of
Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two
daughters and sons-in-law, Karen and Jim Flora of Crown Point, IN and
Peggy and Bill Costello of Satsuma, FL; five grandchildren and
ten great-grandchildren; sister, Evelyn Hutfilz of Hobart, IN
and special nieces and nephews, Ray and Sharon Hickenbottom, James and
Kay Holt and Cathy and Jr. Cagle all of Morrison, TN. There are
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FARLESS, Wanda Jean - Cookeville, TN resident and Warren County native Wanda Jean Farless, age 65, was born September 24, 1942 and died March 7, 2008 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center following an extended illness. A supervisor with the Oster Corporation, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Eugene and Laura Edith Craven. She was married to Philip Martin Farless who preceded her in death January 22, 1993. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, James and Donnie Craven. She is survived by one son, Mike Farless of Cookeville, TN; daughter, Kathy Myers of Cookeville, TN; two grandsons, Brandon Myers of Cookeville, TN and Ryan Gilbert of Woodbury, TN; granddaughter, Amber Gilbert of Woodbury, TN; sister, Joyce Colwell of the Jacksboro Community and three brothers, Larry Craven of Byrdstown, TN, Ed Craven of Viola, TN, and Billy Craven of the Smartt Station Community. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 2008 in High's Chapel with Brent Craven officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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FIELDS, Regina Gay - Morrison, TN resident and Hamilton County, TN native Regina Gay Fields, age 59, was born September 7, 1948 and died March 13, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following an extended illness. A waitress and a member of the Locust Street Church of God, she was the daughter of Willie H. Teeters of McMinnville and the late Evelyn Loretta Smith Teeters. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by one sister, Frances Whitaker and aunt, Frances Whitaker. In addition to her father, she is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Cyd and Steve McMillen of McMinnville; brother and sister-in-law, Phillip Harold and Shannon Teeters of Morrison, TN; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Debbie and Larry Fults and Tanise and Lloyd McCormick both of McMinnville; three grandsons, Logan and Hunter Moore and Tyler Womack all of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 15, 2008 in High's Chapel with Roland Sharp officiating. Burial followed in the Morrison Cemetery. |
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FISHER, Elbert Ray - Smithville, TN resident and Warren County native Elbert Ray Fisher, age 84, was born March 9, 1924 and died November 10, 2008 at DeKalb Community Hospital in Smithville, TN following an extended illness. A retired employee of Stoneman and Warren County Sanitation Department and a member of the Church of God, he was the son of the late Albert and Willie Hutchins Fisher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Janie Elizabeth Fuqua; son-in-law, Charles Fuqua; grandson, Benjamin Dove and sister, Wilma Stevens. He was married March 9, 1944 to Naomi Breedlove Fisher of Smithville, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Sue and Stanley Fults and Patricia and Freddy Wright both of Rock Island, TN; eleven grandchildren, twenty great-granchildren and twelve great-great-grandchildren; five brothers, Paul Rigsby of Indiana, Fred Rigsby and Earl Rigsby both of Rock Island, TN, Bobby Rigsby of McMinnville, TN and Ted Rigsby of the Centertown Community and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jeff Lea officiating. Burial followed in the Old Bybee Cemetery. |
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FISHER, Willie Mae Scott - Rock Island, TN resident and DeKalb County, TN native Willie Mae Scott Fisher, age 83, was born October 31, 1924 and died May 25, 2008 at her residence. A retired inspector at Levi's and member of the Church of God of Prophecy, she was the daughter of the late Sam Neal and Liza Bell Parker Scott. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Robert Wallace Scott, Alvie Lee Scott and Edward Brown Scott; two sisters, Sarah Bratcher and Martha Davenport and granddaughter, Charlotte Buss. She was married March 13, 1948 to William G Fisher of Rock Island, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by five children and their spouses, Joe and Fay Fisher of Smyrna, TN, Brenda and Charles Bell and Randy and Debbie Fisher both of McMinnville, Deborah and Joe Sliger of Morrison, TN and Teresa and Dale Yates of Spencer, TN; twelve grandchildren and twenty-one great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Roberts of Doyle, TN and Opal Hankal of McMinnville; two brothers, Sammy Scott and Lloyd Scott both of Murfreesboro, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p. m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008 in High's Chapel with Kenneth Merritt and Danny Hale officiating. Burial followed in the Old Bybee Cemetery. |
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FLEMING, Isabelle Effie - Morrison, TN resident and Athens, OH native Isabelle Effie Fleming, age 85, was born October 11, 1922 and died February 14, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Protestant faith, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Izetta Rouch Kelley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Carolyn Randall and son, Neil Gatchel. She was married to Herbert H. Fleming of Morrison, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Linda Reed of Morrison, TN and Elizabeth and Robert Murphree of Alabama; ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. All services were private. |
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FOSTER, Roy Albert - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Roy Albert Foster, age 90, was born February 5, 1917 and died January 2, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A farmer and nurseryman and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Arthur Ross and Hassie Reeder Foster. He was married to Mary Estie McGinnes Foster who preceded him in death February 22, 2005. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Eula Frances Foster; brother, Robert Foster and sister, Minnie Medley. He is survived by one son, Roy "Bud" Foster of McMinnville; two grandsons, Bradley Foster of Mt. Juliet, TN and Tracy Foster of McMinnville; two great-grandchildren, Owen Franklin and Parker Hildreth; brother, Thomas Foster of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Richard Bowman and Nestor Stewart officiating. Burial followed in the Webb Cemetery. |
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FOSTER,
Thomas Don - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Thomas Don Foster, age 82, was born November 13,
1925 and died April 28, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an
extended illness. A retired school teacher with the Warren
County School System and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the
son of the late Arthur Roscoe and Hassie Reeder Foster. Mr.
Foster was also a farmer and a friend to many. He was a Life
Member of the VFW and a member of the American Legion. He served
on the VFW Post 5064 Honor Guard and volunteered at the Alvin C. York
V.A. Medical Center in Murfreesboro, TN. He was a United States
Army veteran of WWII and received the Bronze Star and Combat
Infantryman's Badge. In addition to his parents, he was preceded
in death by two brothers, Robert and Roy Foster and sister, Minnie
Medley. He was married June 6, 1947 to Christine Sullivan Foster
of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one
son and daughter-in-law, Tommy and Kay Foster of McMinnville;
two grandsons, Craig Foster and his wife, Carla of McMinnville and
Chad Foster and his wife Mica of Hood River, OR; granddaughter,
Robin Bell and her husband, Dale of Rock Island, TN;
great-grandchildren, Daulton and Danielle Foster and Samantha and
Kaleb Bell; several nieces, nephews and many friends. A
private graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 1, 2008 at Foster Cemetery with Julian Goodpasture
officiating. Full military honors were administered by the VFW
Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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FULTS, Christopher Vandy - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Christopher Vandy Fults, age 33, was born April 26, 1975 and died August 3, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness. An employee of Yorozu Automotive and member of the Locust Street Church of God, he was the son of Brenda Fay Kozel of Morrison and the late Clarence Moore, Jr. and Betty and Roosevelt Fults of McMinnville. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Clarence Moore, Sr. and maternal grandfather, Billy Thomas Martin. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sons, Hunter and Christopher Lynn Fults both of McMinnville; two daughters, Jullanne McKayla Fults of Florida and Marissa Fults of McMinnville; two brothers, Jason and Sarah Lyn Moore of Murfreesboro, TN and Travis Joe Davis of Moss, TN; step-daughter, Bethany George of McMinnville; brother, Craig Fults of Pikeville, TN; paternal grandmother, Marie Moore of Rock Island, TN and maternal grandmother, Louise Martin of McMinnville, TN. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 7, 2008 in High's Chapel with George Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the Crain Hill Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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FULTS, Kathy Elaine - McMinnville resident and Coffee County, TN native Kathy Elaine Fults, age 51, was born March 18, 1957 and died September 22, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. An office manager at Willmore Ford and member of the Methodist Church, she was the daughter of Jo Ann Phillips Dodson of Morrison, TN and the late Jimmy Brown. In addition to her mother, she is survived by one son, Michael B. Fults of Manchester, TN; sister, Patty Woodlee of the Centertown Community and two brothers, Terry Carr of McMinnville and Jeff McAmis of Morrison, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 in High's Chapel with Dean Northcutt officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Coffee County, TN. |
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FULTS, Mildred Lenora - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Mildred Lenora Fults, age 69, was born June 15, 1938 and died May 11, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A retired employee of Carrier and member of the Pearls of Christ Church, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Elizabeth McCormick Keel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Charlie W. Nunley and brother, Parker Keel. She was married to Jeffery Michael Fults of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, Carl Nunley of Woodbury, TN, Joe Nunley of Richardsville, KY and Kenny Nunley of McMinnville; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother, Richard Keel of Smyrna, TN and two sisters, Linda McBride of Smyrna, TN and Kathy Bowdoin of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Anthony Wanamaker and Jason Brown officiating. Burial followed in the Armstrong Cemetery. |
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FURBOCK, Kurt - McMinnville resident and Kianbirg, Traisa, Germany native Kurt Furbock, age 68, was born February 27, 1940 and died May 12, 2008 at Alive Hospice Residence in Nashville following an extended illness. A machinist at S&S Screw Macnine Company and member of the Catholic Church, he was the son of the late Josef and Anna Halbelsberger Furbock. He is survived by his wife, Norma Bates of McMinnville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Herbert and Annemarie Furbock and Ewald and Giesela Furbock both of Germany; nieces, Ursula and husband Hanst Eckerh and Sabine Furbock both of Germany and great-nieces, Alexandra, Carolyna and Isabelle. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Dustin Drake and Fred Dodson officiating. Burial followed in the Smyrna Cemetery. |
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GALLANT, Edith Hendrixson Ward - Ft. Pierce, FL resident and Warren County native Edith Hendrixson Ward Gallant, age 96, was born November 13, 1911 and died September 28, 2008. She was retired from Tree Sweet Packing Plant in Ft. Pierce, FL, and a member of the Church of Christ. She was the daughter of the late Jonathan and Rosa Perkins Hendrixson. She was married to David Martin Ward and William Floyd Gallant both of whom preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, David Martin, Jr. and Carol Rayburn Ward and granddaughter, Ingrid Edith "Tinky" Gallant. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Sonya Ward Mayfield, Queita Ward Willison and William Akers, Jr., Fredelene Dale Ward-Gallant and Carolyn Ward and Paul Lundy; son and daughter-in-law, Gary William and Jane Gallant; grandchildren, Charles Mayfield, Jr., Timothy Mayfield, Larry Willison, Jr., Queita Jane Willison, Tammy Willison Allard and Selena Lundy Hilliard; seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. A graveside service and interment was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 2, 2008 at Mt. View Cemetery with Chuck Mayfield officiating. |
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GAY, Dewey
Brown - McMinnville resident and Warren
County native Dewey Brown Gay, age 74, was born August 26, 1934 and
died December 16, 2008 at his residence following a brief illness.
A retired insurance agent with State Farm, a United States Army
veteran and a member of the Westwood Church of Christ, where he served
as a deacon, he was the son of the late Glennie and Pauline Sauls Gay.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother,
Ernest Gay. He was married April 20, 1962 to Dean Griffith Gay
of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one
son and fiancée, Dewey Michael Gay and Karen Tobin of Las Vegas, NV;
two grandchildren, Robert Gray of Las Vegas, NV and Elena Gray of
Youngstown, OH; sisters and brothers-in-law, Patsy and Bobby
Mullican of McMinnville, Marie and Bobby Fred Ramsey of Brentwood, TN,
Peggy and Lannie Goodwin of Murfreesboro, TN and Yalta and Vernice
Dunlap of Rock Island, TN; brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and
Melba Griffith of McMinnville; several nieces, nephews and
cousins. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday,
December 19, 2008 at Central Church of Christ with Coy Hathcock
officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory with
full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American
Legion Post 173. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Warren County Chapter of American Red
Cross, P.O. Box 66, McMinnville, TN 37111. |
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GEHRING, Kelly Rochelle - McMinnville resident and Kansas City, MO native Kelly Rochelle Gehring, age 20, was born September 19, 1987 and died February 22, 2008 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A 2006 graduate of Warren County High School and a member of Calvary Worship Center, she was the daughter of Denise L. Gee Gehring of McMinnville. In addition to her mother, she is survived by one sister, Geneva Marie Gee of Nashville, TN; two brothers, Ricky Gehring and Glenn Gehring both of McMinnville; niece, Fallon Gehring of Virginia; maternal grandparents, Richard Gee and Willie Dotson both of Kentucky and maternal, great-grandmother, Vera Hopkins of Iowa. Funeral service was held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 25, 2008 in High's Chapel with David Snowden, Jack Batson, Jeff Robinson, Brandon Major and Steven Robinson officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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GEORGE,
Robert Paul - McMinnville resident and
Wilson County, TN native Robert Paul George, age 88, was born February
12, 1920 and died October 2, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a
brief illness. A retired meat processor at local supermarkets
and a United States Army veteran of WWII, he was affiliated with Liberty Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was the son of
the late Willie Dayton George and Jessie Wooden George Turney.
He was a member of the VFW Post 5064, American Legion Post 173 and
Disabled American Veterans. In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by three sisters, Willie Veach, Ruby Baker Taylor
and Louise Dunn. He was married July 20, 1943 to his wife
of sixty-five years, Doris Moore George of McMinnville. In
addition to his wife, he is survived by four children and their
spouses, Jimmy and Emily George, Shirley Luna, Ronnie and Barbara Jane
George and Billy and Connie George all of McMinnville; eight
grandchildren and their spouses, Christy Luna, Justin and Mandee Luna,
Clark George, Heather George, Chris and Carolina George, Susan George,
Laura and Matt Vandiford and Allison George; three
great-grandchildren, Thomas George, Lucy George and Bennett Luna and
several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00
p.m. Sunday, October 5, 2008 in High's Chapel with Harry Green and Lanny Johnson officiating. Burial
followed in the Liberty
Cemetery with full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064
and American Legion Post 173. Memorial contributions may be made to
National
Kidney Foundation of Middle TN or
National Multiple Sclerosis Society. |
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GILLEY, Kenneth Ray - Green Hill Community resident and Huntsville, AL native Kenneth Ray Gilley, age 75, was born June 21, 1932 and died March 31, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A mail carrier and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Mahoney and America Elizabeth Bennett Gilley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Gilley and granddaughter, Christina Wing. He was married June 14, 1952 to Dean Conner Gilley of the Green Hill Community. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Debby and Mike O'Brien of Southfield, MI and Diane and Bill Wing of Livonia, MI; sister and brother-in-law, Geraldine and Lindon Stanley of Nashville, TN; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Fred Bivens officiating. Burial followed in the Oak Grove Cemetery. |
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GILLEY, Vergie Elizabeth Steele - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Vergie Elizabeth Steele Gilley, age 85, was born October 28, 1922 and died February 26, 2008 at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN following an extended illness. A retired practical nurse at Warren County Hospital and a member of the Northside Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Maynard G. and Claudia Ann Warren Davenport. She was very proud of her nursing career and was an accomplished artist and quilter. She was married to Flavil Steele who preceded her in death and later married Howard A. Gilley who also preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by six brothers, Robert, Cecil, James, Clarence, George and Charlie Davenport and two sisters, Lola Holt and Fannie Fuson. She is survived by four sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Myrna Steele of Hixson, TN, Bob and Barbara Steele and Carl Steel both of McMinnville and David and Laura Steele of Signal Mountain, TN; three daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Tony Rymer of Wimington, NC, Carolyn and Pat Patterson of Morrison, TN and Brenda Blackburn of McMinnville; step-daughter, Jane Gilley Bouldin of McMinnville; step-son and step-daughter-in-law, Tommy and Doris Gilley of McMinnville; twenty-one grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Northside Baptist Church with Jim Hunt and Tim Miles officiating. Burial followed in the Providence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society. |
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GILLIS, Dot - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Dot Gillis, age 80, was born December 19, 1927 and died October 27, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and member of the First Baptist Church. She was the daughter of the late Hugh and Nannie Greene Van Hooser. She was married May 19, 1946 to Vernon E. "Beau" Gillis who preceded her in death October 3, 2005. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Van Gillis; two sisters, Elizabeth Short and Nannie Lee and two brothers, Nelson and Hugh Van Hooser, Jr. She is survived by three children and their spouses, Debbie and Jimmy Crafton of Murfreesboro, TN, Greg Gillis of McMinnville and Tammie and Jerry Wall of Rowlett, TX; seven grandchildren, Jessica Smith, Holden and Mackensey Gillis, Shayne and Toby McGiboney and Chad and Brooke Gillis; two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Brady McGiboney; two sisters, Margaret White of McMinnville and Bet Farless of Huntsville, AL and brother, Bill Van Hooser of Chattanooga, TN. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2008 in High's Chapel. |
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GODSHALL, William - McMinnville resident and Allegheny County, PA native William "Bill" Franklin Godshall, age 45, was born February 2, 1963 and died December 10, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a brief illness. A spindle engineer at Accu-Router and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Jack and Louise Rossell Godshall. He was married December 11, 1988 to Stephanie Lee Godshall of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Connor and Devin Godshall both of McMinnville; sister, Linda Weaver of Franklin, TN; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Steve and Judi Petty of Nashville, TN; father-in-law, Jerry Lee of Tullahoma, TN; brother-in-law, Chris Lee of Manchester, TN; nephew, Brad Weaver of Estill Springs, TN; niece, Alexis Lee of Manchester, TN; great-niece, EmmaLyn Lee of Manchester, TN and great-nephew, Dylan Weaver of Estill Springs, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 12, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Jim Hunt officiating. |
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GOSNELL, Robert Lee - McMinnville resident and Indian Head, Maryland native Robert Lee Gosnell, age 78, was born January 1, 1930 and died May 24, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A retired carpenter and United States Army veteran of Korea, he was the son of the late Welby C. and Margaret Ann Boswell Gosnell. He was married July 31, 1968 to Octa Beatrice Womack of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Beverly Ritter and Jean Gale both of Maryland, Sharon Chance of Florida and Rose Kranker of New York; son, Jerry Greene of the Green Hill Community; nineteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and two brothers, William and James Gosnell both of Maryland. A graveside service and interment was held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at Webb Cemetery with J.C. Womack officiating. Full military honors were administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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GRAY,
JR., Robert Alan - McMinnville resident
and Allegan, MI native Robert Alan Gray, Jr., age 78, was born
November 28, 1929 and died July 3, 2008 at River Park Hospital
following a sudden illness. He was a member of First United
Methodist Church and was the son of the late Robert Alan and Dorothy
Fitchthorn Gray, Sr. Mr. Gray was a graduate of Gorge Washington
and Columbia Universities and worked for the Department of Defense as
a superintendent, building schools for children of active duty service
personnel, affording he and his beloved wife of forty-five years the
opportunity to travel the world. He was a proud member of the
American Legion, having served his country in the Army Air Corps
during World War II. He is survived by his wife, Rae Gray of
McMinnville and sister, Dorothy of Michigan. There are no
services planned at this time. |
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GREEN, Jeffery Mike - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Jeffery Mike Green, age 43, was born May 6, 1964 and died January 11, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. He was the son of Judy Ewell of Florida and the late Junior Green. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Michelle Wilder in 2005. He was married to Janie Ferrell Green of McMinnville. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by two daughters, Nikki Green of Florida and Jammie Brock of McMinnville; eight grandchildren; sister, Jeanne Weitlauf of Florida and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service and interment was held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, January 13, 2008 at Smyrna Cemetery. |
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GREEN, Marlene - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Eunice Marlene Green, age 67, was born January 21, 1941 and died July 15, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. She was a homemaker and a member of the Arlington Church of Christ. She is the daughter of Bertie Jaco Campbell and the late Alexander Campbell. In addition to her mother she is also survived by her husband, Aubrey Green of McMinnville; two daughters, Debora Bouldin of McMinnville and Stacey Judy Keel of Spencer, TN; son and daughter-in-law, David and Becky Sullins of Rock Island, TN; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, two brothers, Michael Trent Campbell of McMinnville and Gary Lewis Campbell of Rock Island, TN; two sisters, Kay Whiteaker and Patricia Curtis both of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 18, 2008 in High's Chapel with Vernon Joines officiating. Burial followed in the Salem Cemetery. |
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GREENE,
Aubrey Warren "Jim" - McMinnville
resident and Bedford County, TN native Aubrey Warren "Jim" Greene, age
71, was born July 14, 1936 and died January 31, 2008 at his residence
following an extended illness. A retired machinist at Oster a
United States Navy Veteran and a member of the Clark United Methodist
Church, he was the son of the late Clayton and Alice Nelson Greene.
He was married to Barbara Evans Greene who preceded him in death in
1990. He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and
Julia Evans of McMinnville; four grandchildren, Ashley Evans,
Paige Evans, Sharanda Pleasant and Alec Pleasant;
great-grandson, Julius Robertson; brother and sister-in-law,
James and Lurla Greene of Wartrace, TN; sister and
brother-in-law, Margaret and Morris Cooper of Shelbyville, TN; a
host of nieces and nephews; special friend, Willie Cameron;
brother-in-law, James Evans and his wife, Loretta of McMinnville and
sister-in-law, Shirley Martin. Funeral service was held at
2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 3, 2008 at the Clark Untied Methodist
Church with Robert Utley and George King, Jr. officiating.
Burial followed in the Bethlehem Cemetery @ Martin Charge with
military honors administered by the United States Navy Honor Guard. |
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GRIBBLE, Pauline Pryor Golden - Cookeville, TN resident (formerly of Rock Island, TN) and Warren County native Pauline Pryor Golden Gribble, age 87, was born April 17, 1921 and died June 13, 2008 at her residence following a one-year illness. A homemaker and member of the Arlington Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Alaska Elcana and Josie Estella Pryor Golden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two daughters, Marilyn Sue Gribble and Trudy Zo Gribble and two brothers, Arthur and Hubert "Hoss" Golden. She was married September 28, 1942 to Newton Price Gribble, Sr. of Rock Island, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Price and Penny Gribble of Killen, AL and Sid and Sheila Gribble of Cookeville, TN; two grandchildren, Chris Gribble of Atlanta, GA and Andy Gribble of Cookeville, TN; five sisters, Henrietta Patton Mayberry, Doris Whitlock, Stella Parker Grissom and Nelta Cantrell all of McMinnville, Alice Cantrell of Viola, TN and two brothers, Austin Golden of McMinnville and Edwin Golden of Tishamingo, MS. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 15, 2008 in High's Chapel with Wymer Wiser officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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GRIFFITH, Ralph Clayton - McMinnville resident and Davidson County native Ralph Clayton Griffith, age 79, was born June 4, 1929 and died July 16, 2008 at his residence following a brief illness. He was owner/operator of Ole South Carpet for 30 years. He also owned and operated a laundry mat during the 1960's and served as the McMinnville Police Chief 1969-1975. He was a member of Dibrell Church of Christ where he had served as an Elder for thirty five years. He is the son of the late Chester Clayton and Edith Ioda Cantrell Griffith. He was married April 28, 1951 to Joyce Turner Griffith of McMinnville. In addition to his wife he is also survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Bruce Tuner and Sherry Griffith of McMinnville; Randall Clayton and Vickie Griffith of Dibrell, TN; and Brent Eugene and Dawn Griffith of McMinnville; one daughter and son-in-law, Leigh Ann and Todd Strange of McMinnville; grandchildren and spouses, Benjie and Kristy Griffith, Kayla Griffith, Nathan Clayton Griffith, Justin Griffith, Tara and Jamie Stanton, Lucus Griffith and fiancée Kristen Blackburn, Lindsey Griffith, Lacey Griffith, Nikki and Blaka Reynolds, Casey and Brittany Fults, Cole Crim and Quinn Crim, all of McMinnville; ten great-grandchildren; aunt, Frances Holcomb of McMinnville; several cousins and other family members and friends also survive. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 19, 2008 in High's Chapel with Brian Wynne and Bill Walkup officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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GRISSOM, David Russell - Rock Island, TN resident and Alameda, CA native David Russell Grissom, age 52, was born September 8, 1955 and died April 23, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A self-employed welder and fabricator and a United States Navy veteran of Vietnam, he was the son of the late William Joel and Jamie Doris Ramsey Grissom. He was an avid outdoorsman, with a love for animals and fishing. He had a vivacious sense of humor that attracted people to him. His love and generosity knew no boundaries. He was a prince among men. He was married September 8, 1990 to Paula Irene Norris of Rock Island, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one sister, Brenna Grissom of Belvidere, TN; brother and sister-in-law, John Michael and Pat Grissom of Murfreesboro, TN and several nieces and nephews. |
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HALE, Bonnie Fay - McMinnville resident and Van Buren County, TN native Bonnie Fay Hale, age 60, was born February 4, 1947 and died February 1, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A homemaker and a life member of the Christian Fellowship Church, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Hassie Yates Sullivan. She was married July 31, 1964 to Eddie Gene Hale of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Eddie and Betty Hale of McMinnville; daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and David Northcutt of Morrison, TN; six brothers and sisters-in-law, James Sullivan of Spencer, TN, Rev. Danny and Betty Sullivan, Lester and Sue Sullivan, Chester and Wanda Sullivan and Clyde and Brenda Sullivan all of McMinnville and Bobby and Wilma Sullivan of Smithville, TN; four sisters and brother-in-law, Gean and Joe Hamrick, Mary Jo Johnson and Louise Young all of McMinnville and Lillian Young of Rock Island, TN and four grandchildren, Alan and Lee Northcutt and Amber and Dustin Hale. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Danny Sullivan, Jarvis Johnson and Mike Ray officiating. Burial followed in the Liberty Cemetery. |
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HALE, Mary Frances Rowland - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Mary Frances Rowland Hale, age 98, was born August 5, 1909 and died May 8, 2008 at her residence following a lingering illness. A homemaker and member of Christ United Methodist Church and Order of Eastern Star McMinnville Chapter #349, she was the daughter of the late Jim and Mary Delia Cantrell Rowland. She was married in January of 1928 to Leon Hale who preceded her in death in 1961. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, J.N. and M.R. Hale; brothers, William, Powell and Tom Rowland; sister, Louise Armstrong; daughter-in-law, Modene Hale and son-in-law, Smithy Kirby. She is survived by five daughters and sons-in-law, Brinda Hale and Linda and Malcolm Simpson both of McMinnville, Myrtle Kirby of Cookeville, TN; Peggy and Joe Ward of Manhattan Beach, CA and Nancy and Tom Vickers of Collierville, TN; grandchildren and their spouses, Jimmy and Karen Hale of Smithville, TN, David and Brenda Hale, Debbie Hale, Brinda and Allen Buckner and Thomas and Kelly Simpson all of McMinnville, Jeff and Lisa Hale of Valdosta, GA, Jamie Kuhn of California, Kim and Steve Taylor of Manhattan Beach, CA and Jamie Vickers and Melissa Vickers both of Collierville, TN; great-grandchildren, Nathan and Misty Hale of Pulaski, TN, Jennifer and Darrel Cook, Bethany Hale, Sara and Cain Buckner and Kade, Tyler and Tanner Simpson all of McMinnville, Robert Kuhn and Dylan Kuhn both of Action, CA, Chad and Chris Hale of Valdosta, GA and Mary Frances and Jessica Taylor both of Manhattan Beach, CA; great-great-grandchildren, Riley Hale and Aiden Cook; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 11, 2008 in High's Chapel with Mark Carrigan officiating. Burial followed in the Friendship Cemetery. |
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HAMILTON, Alda Adell - McMinnville resident and Grundy County, TN native Alda Adell Hamilton, age 85, was born May 5, 1923 and died December 12, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following a brief illness. A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Marion and Brittanne Smartt Savage. She was married to William Hamilton who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Jerrell and Waymon Hamilton. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Cyffie and Milo Hobbs and Carolyn and Dennis Flanigan both of McMinnville, Betty and Ray Arredondo of Cataula, GA and Ellene and Charlie Gailbreath of White House, TN; son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Linda Hamilton of McMinnville; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Hamilton of McMinnville; eight grandchildren and their spouses, Alan and Stacie Hobbs, Cory and Andrea Hobbs and Jeremy Hamilton all of McMinnville, Matthew and Amanda Gailbreath of White House, TN, Jan and Kevin Kennington of Midland, GA, Jeffrey and Stacy Arredondo of Fayetteville, NC and Chris Flanigan of Auburn, ME and three great-grandchildren, Carter Kennington, Blayton Hobbs and LaiLah Arredondo. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bob Deason officiating. Burial followed in the Armstrong Cemetery. |
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HARPER, Toby Edward - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Toby Edward Harper, age 28, was born January 20, 1980 and died February 19, 2008 at River Park Hospital. A woodworker, he attended the Bridges of Hope Fellowship and was the son of Patty Grissom of McMinnville and Grady Edward "Sonny" Harper of McMinnville. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Grady Edward Harper, Sr. and cousin, Chad Nunley. In addition to his mother and father, he is survived by one brother, Andrew Thomas Grissom of McMinnville; maternal grandparents, Havern and Paulette Wheeler of McMinnville; paternal grandmother, Peggy Miller of Amarillo, TX; aunts and uncles, Ms. Jamie Wheeler, Ms. Gail Wheeler, Bobby and Barbara Wilson, Tim Wheeler, Sandy Francies and Karla Westberry; step-fathers, Richard (Jana) Grissom and Ty Eaton and two step-brothers, Zachary Breeding and Ethan Price. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 22, 2008 in Highs' Chapel with Dewayne Howard officiating. Burial followed in the Walling Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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HARRIS, Beta Mae Jordan - Columbia, TN resident and Warren County native Beta Mae Jordan Harris, age 88, was born April 4, 1919 and died March 14, 2008 at Maury Regional Hospital in Columbia, TN following an extended illness. A retired food service manager with Tullahoma City Schools, a homemaker, and a member of the West Seventh Street Church of Christ in Columbia, TN, she was the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Gladys Elizabeth Lively Jordan. She was married to Clarence Thomas Harris who preceded her in death May 14, 1984. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Martha Jordan Newby and two brothers, Harold Lively Jordan and Robert Kelton Jordan. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Betsy and Reeder Martin of Bowling Green, KY and Nancy and Gynn Rice of Columbia, TN; grandchildren, James Martin of Dyersburg, TN and Lee and Zack Rice of Columbia, TN; great-grandson, Jordan Martin of Dyersburg, TN; nieces and nephews, Jackie Newby, Becky and Doug Bost, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Jordan, Mary Jordan, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Newby, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Newby and Kelton Jordan; several great and great-great nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 16, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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HARRIS,
Jr., Robert Edward - McMinnville
resident and Grundy County, TN native Robert Edward Harris, Jr., age
83, was born February 24, 1925 and died August 17, 2008 at River Park
Hospital following a sudden illness. A retired Tennessee
Wildlife Resource Officer and a United States Army veteran of WWII, he
was a member of Oakland Church of Christ where he served as an elder.
He was the son of the late Robert Edward and Ella Ada Manley Harris,
Sr. He was married to Pauline Williams Harris who preceded him
in death January 17, 2000. In addition to his wife and parents,
he was preceded in death by three brothers, Paul, Bonnell and Benny
Ray Harris and sister, Ruth Yarworth. He is survived by three
children and their spouses, Linda and Tolbert Gilley, Jr., Lillian
Harris and Donnie and Rhonda Harris all of McMinnville; two
grandchildren and their spouses, Toby and Laura Gilley of
Murfreesboro, TN and Tiffany and Dean Cromwell of Sellersburg, IN;
three great-grandchildren, Isabella and Grant Gilley of Murfreesboro,
TN and Chloe Cromwell of Sellersburg, IN; sister and
brother-in-law, Dorothy and Roy Steiful of Tracy City, TN and several
nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ernest Laws and Bobby Cloyd officiating. Burial
followed in the Mt. View Cemetery
with full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064 and
American Legion Post 173. |
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HARRIS,
III, Samuel Russ - Hermitage, TN
resident and San Antonio, TX native Samuel Russ Harris, III, age 79,
was born September 25, 1928 and died May 6, 2008 at his residence
following an extended illness. A retired engineer with
Northwestern University and NASA, a United States Army veteran of
Korea and member of the Episcopal Church, he was the son of the late
Samuel Russ and Nancy Lee Talbot Harris, III. He was married to
Juanita Ruth McDaniel Harris of Hermitage, TN. In addition to
his wife, he is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Susan and
Charles Shannon of Knoxville, TN; son, Russell Rhea Harris of
Cookeville, TN; two grandchildren, Rachel Rhea Shannon of
Knoxville, TN and Samantha Grace Harris of Hermitage, TN; four
step-children and their spouses, Doris and Bob Barnett of Plano, TX,
Gloria and Bill Crank of Hotchkiss, CO, Curtis and Barb Graeber of
Crested Butte, CO and Marie and Dan Anderson of Itasca, IL;
seven step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren;
sister-in-law, Nancy Potter Newby of Cookeville, TN and former wife,
Robbie Harris of Brentwood, TN. A graveside service was held
at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008 at Mt. View Cemetery. Full
military honors were administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American
Legion Post 173. |
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HENNESSEE, J.D. - McMinnville resident and Warren County native J.D. Hennessee, age 72, was born May 1, 1935 and died March 29, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A retired employee of General Motors and a member of the Church of God, he was the son of the late Arcie and Icie L. Nunley Hennessee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Louise Hennessee Sizemore, Ruby Hennessee Simons and Judy Hennessee Hester and two brothers, Jim and Billy Hennessee. He is survived by three sisters, Maxine Hennessee McCrary of Smyrna, TN, Helen Hennessee Drake of Detroit, MI and Frances Hennessee Hale of McMinnville and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Monday, March 31, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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HERMAN,
Kenneth Ray - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Kenneth Ray Herman, age 58, was born June 1, 1949
and died May 17, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended
illness. A self-employed nurseryman, a United States Army
Veteran of Vietnam and member of the Smartt Church of God, he was the
son of the late John B. and Daisy Herman. In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Julie Herman;
granddaughter, Megan Henson; sisters, Carol Ann Herman and Mary
Frances Turner; brother and sister-in-law, Bobby and Billye
Herman and brother-in-law, Jerry Reeder. He is survived by one
daughter, Lesa Wilson of McMinnville; two brothers and
sister-in-law, Jack and Brenda Herman of Smithville, TN and John E.
Herman of Christiana, TN; two sisters and brother-in-law, Kathy
Reeder of Ringgold, GA and Anita and Tony Martin of Smithville, TN;
sister-in-law, Marilin Herman of McMinnville; brother-in-law,
Paul Turner of McMinnville; special grandson, Jay Martin of
McMinnville; special friend, Jerri Mason of McMinnville;
special nephew, John Turner of McMinnville and a host of nieces and
nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May
20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Johnny Carr officiating. Burial
followed in the Smyrna Cemetery with full military honors administered
by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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HIGGINS, Ernest Gray - Morrison, TN resident and Cannon County, TN native Ernest Gray Higgins, age 84, was born September 17, 1924 and died December 26, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A farmer and livestock dealer and a member of the Ivy Bluff Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Robert France and Georgia Lee Melton Higgins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Shirley and Murf Higgins. He is survived by his wife, Frances Higgins of the Ivy Bluff Community; three children and their spouses, Wanda and Charles Gann of Morrison, TN, Wayne and Sally Higgins of Park City, UT and Beverly and Larry Garrett of Morrison, TN; three grandchildren and their spouses, Laurie and Kevin Mingle of McMinnville, Randy and Heather Davis of Memphis, TN and Holly and Keith Bain of Morrison, TN; four great-grandchildren, Conner Grey, Peyton Davis and Morgan and Allison Mingle; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Brenda and Jimmy Tate, Ora Rains, Linda and Johnny Moore, and Jackie Higgins all of Woodbury, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 28, 2008 in High's Chapel with Kenneth Mears officiating. Burial followed in the Ivy Bluff Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Lunch With Love Program @ Ivy Bluff Church of Christ, Vanderbilt Children's Hospital or the Phil Hyatt Scholarship Fund. |
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HILL,
Donald Keith - McMinnville resident and
Ohio native Donald Keith Hill, age 54, was born February 2, 1954 and
died July 5, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness.
An electrician and United States Navy Veteran, he was the son of the
late Ernest and Mary Ellen Hesler Hill, Sr. He is survived by
one son and daughter-in-law, Dustin and Lacy Hill of Lawton, OK;
daughter, Dawn Hill (Brian West) of Nashville, TN; step-son,
David Hill of Columbus, OH; two brothers, Ernest Hill, Jr. of
Conroe, TX and Dale Hill of Manchester, TN; sister, Loraine
Maynard of Santa Fe, TX and four grandchildren, Haylee, Lane, Jerzee
and Maycee Hill. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with Mark Carrigan
officiating. Full military honors were administered by the VFW
Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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HILL, Mary Hesler - McMinnville resident and Cuba, OH native Mary Hesler Hill, age 78, was born August 3, 1929 and died June 7, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A homemaker, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Everett and Clara Belle Bryan Hesler. She was married to Ernest Hill, Sr. who preceded her in death March 13, 2006. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Loretta Sue Hill and brother, Wayne Everett Hesler. She is survived by three sons, Ernest Hill, Jr. of Conroe, TX, Donald Keith Hill of Tennessee and Dale Hill of Manchester, TN; daughter, Loraine Maynard of Santa Fe, TX; ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and two sisters, Doris Hill of Woodbury, TN and Ruth Crown of New Vienna, OH. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 12, 2008 in High's Chapel with Mark Carrigan officiating. Burial followed in the DeKalb Memorial Gardens in Smithville, TN. |
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HILL, Norma Louise - McMinnville resident and Dayton, OH native Norma Louise Hill, age 54, was born April 7, 1954 and died October 6, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following a five-day illness. A homemaker, she was the daughter of the late James Estell and Ola Mae Jones Vaughn. She is survived by one daughter, Misty Hill of McMinnville; two sons, Joseph "Mike" Hill and Grady "Zack" Hill both of McMinnville and six grandchildren, Trista Nunley, Infiniti Hill, Aryes Hill, Kalel Harris, Shia Hill and Alora Hill. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2008 in High's Chapel. |
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HILL, Winona Maude - Beersheba Springs, TN resident and Lubbock, TX native Winona Maude Hill, age 92, was born January 22, 1916 and died November 8, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late James M. and Willie Smartt Fults. She was married June 10, 1932 to Marshall Marion Hill who preceded her in death July 26, 2003. She is survived by one daughter, Kaye Denton of Lebanon, TN; four sons, Bobby Baxter Hill of Strongsville, OH, James Phillip Hill of Sparta, TN, Thomas Edward Hill of Austin, TX and Anthony Allan Hill of Hixson, TN; seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; brother, Jim Fults of Niceville, FL and sister-in-law, Susan Hill of Beersheba Springs, TN. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with Don Hill officiating. Burial followed in the Hunerwadel Cemetery in Beersheba Springs, TN. |
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HILLIS, Arliss Norman - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Arliss Norman Hilis, age 62, was born February 21, 1946 and died September 9, 2008 at Alive Hospice @ St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A self-employed caterer and member of Shellsford Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Zera and Wavie Bottoms Hillis. He is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Laddie and Suzanne Hillis of Nashville, TN and nephew, Bryce Hillis of Nashville, TN. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2008 at Shellsford Baptist Church with Donald Owens and David Daugherty officiating. Burial followed in the Shellsford Cemetery. |
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HILLIS, Bonnie Lee Miller - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Bonnie Lee Miller Hillis, age 78, was born May 9, 1930 and died June 26, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A retired cashier at Lentz Cee Bee Grocery and member of the Pleasant Cove Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Worth and Dora Scott Miller. She was married May 17, 1947 to Ralph Lindon Hillis who preceded her in death December 19, 2006. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by six brothers, Bill, Wesley, James, Price, Paul and Horace Miller. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Ross Rains of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Dottie Hillis of McMinnville; four grandchildren and their spouses, Heather and George Newman, Dano and Misti Hillis and Alissa Rains and friend, Kenneth Wolf all of McMinnville and Amy and Michael Moody of Murfreesboro; three great-grandchildren, Shelby Newman, Kaylee Hillis and Evan Moody; sister, Lucille Parker of Viola, TN; several nieces and nephews and special caregivers, Jeannie Heath, Wilma Smartt, Vida Fann, Thelma Duncan and Donna Morris. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 28, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ray Weddington officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels or Alzheimer's Association. |
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HILLIS, M.B. - McMinnville resident and Van Buren County, TN native M.B. Hillis, age 88, was born October 6, 1919 and died March 1, 2008 following an extended illness. A retired truck driver with the Gulf Oil Company, a retired United States Air Force veteran of twenty years, serving in WWII and a member of East End Church of Christ, he was the son of the late John and Myra Roberts Hillis. He was married March 9, 1946 to Lorena Martin Hillis of McMinnville. In addition to his wife he is survived by, daughter and son-in-law, Patricia & Bob Young of Rock Island, TN; two grandsons, Chris and Blane Young of Rock Island, TN; four great-grandsons, Logan, Dillon, Colton and Lucas Young all of Rock Island, TN; half-brother, Jerry McCormack of McMinnville, TN; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Edna Curtis, Gladys Walker, Martha Martin, Juanita King, Sam & Gerri Martin and Harold & Claudia Martin all of McMinnville and Jessie & Leon Gillentine of Michigan. Funeral service was held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ray Weddington officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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HILLIS, Pauline - Morrison, TN resident and Warren County native Pauline Hillis, age 86, was born August 3, 1922 and died October 22, 2008 at St. Thomas Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a sudden illness. A homemaker and member of Mt. Zion Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Leslie Parker and Bertha Roach Wood. She was married to James Willard Hillis who preceded her in death June 28, 1990. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Kay and George Thaxton of Viola, TN and Ann Womack of Manchester, TN; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Travis and Zane Thaxton of McMinnville; two great-grandchildren, Mason Thaxton and Jewell Frame; two sisters-in-law, Mildred McClain of Morrison, TN and Wilma Tolbert of Nashville, TN; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Lloyd and Dot Hillis of Fairborn, OH and two nieces and two nephews. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jon Bell officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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HITCHCOCK, Verna Mae - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Verna Mae Hitchcock, age 69, was born June 24, 1938 and died March 27, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Locust Street Church of God, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Lillie Pugh Maxwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Matthew Roberts and Lillian Gerdom. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Donna Brown, Linda and Jim Wanamaker, Karen Roberts and Anita and George Gerdom all of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Donna Womack of Crosby, TX; twelve grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and one sister, Jean Grosch of Manchester, TN. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with Josh Vandergraph officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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HOBBS, Carl Maloney - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Carl Maloney Hobbs, age 71, was born February 4, 1937 and died February 7, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a short illness. A retired employee of Carrier, he was the son of the late Charles Maloney and Ruby Irene Woodlee Hobbs. He was married to Billie Jean Adams Hobbs who preceded him in death November 24, 2003. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Vickie Darlene Hobbs. He is survived by three sons, Roy Lee Hobbs and Jimmy Dale Hobbs both of McMinnville and Carl David Hobbs of Morrison, TN; six grandchildren, Jimmy Dwayne Hobbs, Amanda Nicole Hobbs, David Allen Hobbs and Marie Renea Hobbs all of McMinnville, Viki Marie Andrews of Florida and Skyler Wayne Hobbs of Morrison, TN; three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Gary Keith Hobbs and Milo Clark Hobbs both of McMinnville; sister, Alma Dean Hobbs McCormick of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with George Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the Pleasant View Cemetery in Cannon County, TN. |
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HOBBS,
Leonard Paul - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Leonard Paul Hobbs, age 76, was born June 1, 1932
and died June 21, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness.
A self-employed construction worker and a United States Army veteran
of Korea, he was the son of the late Paul and Bessie Graham Hobbs.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters,
Frances Crim, Emma Barks and Becky Meadows and brother, Jimmy Hobbs.
He was married December 8, 1952 to Frankie Pistole Hobbs of
McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son,
Carlton Hobbs of Morrison, TN; three grandchildren, Jennifer
Phipps and husband Jason of Spring Hill, TN and Rachel Hobbs and
Ashley Hobbs both of Morrison, TN; two great-grandchildren, Lane
and Alexis Phipps; six sisters, Josie Herrin, Pearl Herrin and
Charlotte Bell all of Morrison, TN; Barbara Ann Wilson of
Sherwood, TN and Shirley Jean Boles and Judy Turner both of
McMinnville; brother, William "Bud" Hobbs of McMinnville;
brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Georgia and Marlin Tubb and Jimmy
and Melba Pistole both of all of McMinnville and several nieces and
nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June
23, 2008 in High's Chapel with Chris Sparkman officiating.
Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery with full military honors
administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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HOLLAND,
SR., Willard Jackson
- McMinnville resident and Warren County native Willard Jackson
Holland, Sr. age 89, was born May 1, 1918 and died April 27, 2008 at
Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN following a brief illness.
A retired employee of Rockford Textile, a United States Army veteran
of WWII and a member of the Mt. Leo Church of Christ, he was the son
of the late Claude and Jewell Walker Holland. In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mattie Thompson and
Jill Byrd and brother, Chester Holland. He was married to Maggie
Blanche Whiteaker Holland of McMinnville. In addition to his
wife, he is survived by four children, Janice Broyles and her husband
Jackie, Wanda Barlow, Kathy Kelley and Willard Holland, Jr. all of
McMinnville; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren;
three sisters, Annie Burbage and Joyce Whiteaker both of McMinnville
and Johnnie Maxwell of Greenbriar, TN; five brothers, George,
Ronald and Doris Holland all of McMinnville, Donald Holland of
Eagleville, TN and Earl Holland of Lavergne, TN and several nieces and
nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday,
May 1, 2008 in High's Chapel with Marion Ward and Lee Hennessee
officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory with
full military honors administered by the American Legion Post 173 and
VFW Post 5064. |
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HOLLANDSWORTH, Bonnie Lucille - Rock Island, TN resident and Warren County native Bonnie Lucille Hollandsworth, age 88, was born March 10, 1920 and died April 26, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A retired employee of Rockford Textile and a member of the Emmanuel Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late John and Izzie Arnetta Gilley Barnes. She was married to Elmer Lee Hollandsworth who preceded her in death March 16, 2004. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Dick and James Thurman "Bud" Barnes. She is survived by seven children and their spouses, Johnnie and Donnie Prater of Tracy City, TN, Frances K. and Waymon Bond of the Centertown Community, Charlotte Cummings Isaacs and Donald Lee Hollandsworth both of Rock Island, TN and Donna and David Brady, John Wayne and Sammye Hollandsworth and Sherry Lockridge Burgin all of McMinnville. twenty-three grandchildren, fifty-two great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren; sister, R.E. "Sallie" Bryan of McMinnville and sister-in-law, Stella Barnes of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 28, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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HOLLON, James Men - Morrison, TN resident and Wolf County, KY native James Men Hollon, age 55, was born April 25, 1952 and died February 11, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A nursery worker and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of Mary Reynolds Hollon of Morrison, TN and the late Lester Hollon. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Robin Hollon; two brothers, Jesse and Ernest Hollon and two sisters, Mary Cook and Bonnie McDonald. He was married January 28, 1993 to Connie Stibil Hollon of Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by four children, Kachina Faith Hollon and Adam Chase Cope both of Morrison, TN and Lester Hollon and Michael Hollon both of Florida; four grandchildren, two brothers, Perry Mason Hollon of the Dibrell Community and Robert Hollon of Morrison, TN and four sisters, Lillie Chapman of Florida, Hazel Hughes of the Centertown Community and Betty Moss and Alvina Ferrell both of Morrison, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jackie Matheny and Bill Hall officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemtery. |
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HOLLON, Mary Helen - Morrison, TN resident and Campton, KY native Mary Helen Hollon, age 85, was born March 19, 1923 and died October 14, 2008 at Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma, TN following an extended illness. A cook and member of the Church of God, she was the daughter of the late Dave and Lula Williams Reynolds. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five children, Jessie Hollon, Bonnie McDonald, Earnest Hollon, James Hollon and Mary Cook. She is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Lillie and Neil Chapman of Belle Glade, FL, Hazel and Winston Hughes of McMinnville and Betty Moss and Alvina and Virgil Ferrell both of Morrison, TN; two sons and daughter-in-law, Robert and Debra Hollon and Perry Hollon both of Morrison, TN; forty grandchildren, sixty-four great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 17, 2008 in High's Chapel with George Reynolds officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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HORTON, Fred Leslie - McMinnville resident and White County, TN native Fred Leslie Horton, age 81, was born September 16, 1926 and died February 19, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following a brief illness. A retired custodian with the Warren County School System and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Lee Roy and Mary Lou Haston Horton, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Opal Marie Horton. He is survived by one sister, Eunice Horton of McMinnville and one brother and his friend, Lee Roy Horton, Jr. and Helen of Doylestown, OH. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 22, 2008 in High's Chapel with Titus Ward officiating. Burial followed in the Highland Cemetery in Sparta, TN. |
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HOWARD, Ola Mai Wilson - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Ola Mai Wilson Howard, age 94, was born January 28, 1914 and died March 27, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A retired employee of Genesco, a member of the Northside FCE Club and Reflectors of McMinnville First Baptist Church where she was a member for seventy-nine years, she was the daughter of the late Joe Firm and Mattie Pennington Wilson. She was married to Asa Thornton Howard who preceded her in death in 1983. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Betty DeBerry, Ellen Bishop and Verna Tanner; four brothers, Herman Josh Wilson, Hobert Wilson, Everett Wilson and McKinley Wilson and grandson, Brent Lindsey Howard. She is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Joe Lane and Betty June Howard, Jim and Janice Howard, and Ronnie and Betty Howard all of McMinnville; grandchildren and their spouses, Barry Lane and Sharon Howard of Franklin, TN, Peri Howard and Derek Howard both of Charleston, SC, Patti and Todd Salter of Selmer, TN, Kevin and Allison Howard of Smithville, TN and Greg and Ashli Johnson of Cookeville, TN and great-grandchildren, Kurt Kesey, Kodi Kesey, Christian Johnson, Lauren Johnson, Patric Salter, Tate Elder, Amanda Salter and Christina Howard. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008 at McMinnville First Baptist Church with Bill Martin officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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HUMPHREY, JR., Joe - McMinnville resident and Hazel Green, AL native Joe Humphrey, Jr., age 72, was born April 23, 1936 and died November 13, 2008 at his residence. A retired employee of Burroughs-Ross-Colville and a member of Charles Creek The Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Joseph Edward and Jessie Mae Dickson Humphrey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Shelby, Elby, Bill, Floyd and Davis Humphrey. He was married June 11, 1955 to Charlene Alley Humphrey. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Martha Humphrey of McMinnville, James Humphrey of McMinnville and Joey and Christina Humphrey of Nashville, TN; four grandchildren and spouses, Kristy and Eric Haagenson of Wisconsin, Melody Sanders of McMinnville, Brandi and Garrett McCormick of McMinnville and Daniel and Melanie Sullens of McMinnville; three step-grandchildren and spouses, Corey Beall of Nashville, TN, Dustin Beall of Nashville, TN, Samantha and R.J. Beall Morris of Nashville, TN; four great-grandchildren, Barrett and Briley Sullens, Kiley Haagenson and Jordan Sanders; two step-great-grandchildren, Ethan and Braden Beall both of Nashville, TN; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Fred and Ruby Humphrey of AR, and Charlie and Marie Humphrey of McMinnville; two sisters and brother-in-law, Jean Northcutt of McMinnville and Louise and Frank Pearsall of McMinnville; a host of nieces, nephews and friends also survive. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2008 in High's Chapel with Darrell Cantrell and Kevin Murphy officiating. Burial followed in the Bethany Cemetery. |
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HUNTLEY, Henrietta - Rock Island, TN resident and Van Buren County, TN native Henrietta Huntley, age 77, was born July 17, 1931 and died November 22, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a short illness. A homemaker, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Maggie Belle Delon Huntley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one niece, Janie Patrick. She is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Jewell and Earl McCormick of Rock Island, TN; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Fannie Mae Huntley and Osburn and Ruby Huntley all of McMinnville; nieces and nephews, Kathy and Jeff Bond, Jennifer and Sidney Grove and Joe Huntley all of McMinnville and Claudia and Andy Scott of Perry, GA and great-nieces and great-nephews, Tyler and Emily Grove and Justin Scott. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 25, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Long Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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JACKSON, Mildred Inez - Pensacola, FL resident and Grundy County, TN native Mildred Inez Jackson, age 92, was born June 30, 1916 and died December 14, 2008 at the Health Center of Pensacola, FL following an extended illness. A retired teacher with the Warren County School System and member of the Shiloh Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late John W. and Hallie Wanamaker Nelms. She was married to William Paul Jackson who preceded her in death June 14, 1965. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers, Morris, Harold, J.W., William and Clifford Nelms. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Paula Diane and Bob Hill of Pensacola, FL; two grandsons and their wives, Russell and Suzette Hill of Plano, TX and Reid and Melissa Hill of Ocean Springs, MS; three great-grandchildren, Nicholas Hill, Jackson Hill and Halie Caldwell and two sisters and brother-in-law, Lillian Nelms Daniel and Dorothy Nelms and Lierd Woodlee both of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2008 in High's Chapel with Matt Long and Mike Hale officiating. Burial followed in the Shiloh Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Shiloh Methodist Church c/o High Funeral Home. |
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JENKINS, Janet E. Neal - Nashville, TN resident and Warren County native Janet E. Neal Jenkins, age 61, died October 1, 2008 in Nashville, TN following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Carroll Clarke Neal and Elsie Brown Neal Baugus. She was a graduate of Vanderbilt University School of Radiology in 1970 with a certification in x-ray. Upon graduation she worked for Baptist Hospital before establishing her career of thirty-six years with Tennessee Orthopedic Alliance in Nashville, TN. She was married to her husband of thirty-eight years, Glenn Malcom Jenkins of Nashville, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Jana Jenkins of Lebanon, TN; son, Corey Jenkins of Hendersonville, TN; grandchildren, Jayce and Jacob; brother and sister-in-law, Kenny and Elaine Neal of McMinnville; nieces, Michelle Lewis and Nichole Crouch both of McMinnville; nephew, Blake Neal of Nashville, TN and other relatives in Chattanooga, TN. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, October 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Steve Breedlove officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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JOHNSON, Dorothy Juell Hale - Rock Island, TN resident and Warren County native Dorothy Juell Hale Johnson, age 76, was born July 2, 1932 and died September 4, 2008 at Skyline Medical Center following a five-month illness. A machine operator for Lion Apparel and a member of First Assembly of God, she was the daughter of the late James and Leona Burgess Hale. She was married to Thomas Howard Johnson, who preceded her in death. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Roberts and Lorella Knasier; and two brothers, Jimmy Hale, Jr. and Gene Hale. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Kathy Johnson of Rock Island, TN and Elizabeth and Glenn Lancaster of Madison, TN; two sons, William Russell Johnson and Thomas Wayne Johnson, both of Rock Island, TN; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Alma Lee Holder of Centertown, Shirley McQuery of California and Edith Thompson of McMinnville, TN; two brothers, Tom Hale of California and Robert Hale of Ohio; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 7, 2008 in High's Chapel with Sammy Lee and Gerald Bennett officiating. Burial followed in the Friendship Cemetery. |
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JOHNSON, Elizabeth Martha Byars - McMinnville resident and Rock Island, TN native Elizabeth Martha Byars Johnson, age 70, was born February 25, 1938 and died August 31, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A seamstress and a member of the Way of the Cross Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Asa and Ella Mae Hutchins Byars. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by husband, Billy Joe Johnson and brother, Ed Byars; She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Shelia and Joe Caldwell of McMinnville; two sisters and brother-in-law, Hattie and J. E. Slaughter of McMinnville; Reva Jo Byars of Murfreesboro, TN; one brother and sister-in-law, James and Helen Byars of McMinnville; one granddaughter, Sabrina Caldwell of McMinnville; one sister-in-law, Edrie Byars of McMinnville; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ray Skyles officiating. Burial followed in the Shiloh Cemetery. |
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JOHNSON, SR., Larry Donnell - Morrison, TN resident and Shreveport, LA native Larry Donnell Johnson, Sr., age 47, was born March 15, 1961 and died June 1, 2008 at Southern Hills Medical Center in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. An employee of Generations and member of Smartt First Baptist Church, he was the son of Alf and Mary Jo Woodard Johnson, Jr. of Morrison, TN. He was married May 10, 1997 to Gloria Brown Johnson of Middlesboro, KY. In addition to his parents and wife, he is survived by one son, Larry D. Johnson, Jr. of Morrison, TN; three brothers, Keith Johnson of Atlanta, GA, Alfred Carl Johnson of McMinnville and Craig Johnson of Morrison, TN; four sisters, Beverly Cummings and Penny E. Johnson both of Atlanta, GA, Petrice Johnson of McMinnville and Donna Powell of Columbus, GA and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Smartt First Baptist Church with Jim Ramsey officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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JONES, Joe Donald - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Joe Donald Jones, age 67, was born August 28, 1940 and died July 5, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness. The owner of River's Auto Sales and member of Cornerstone Baptist Church, he is the son of the late Chester E. and Virginia Ruth Watson Jones. He was married August 23, 1958 to Jollyn Ann Locke Jones who preceded him in death March 11, 2007. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Shirley Pitts and brother, Terry Jones. He is survived by one son, Gregory Joe Jones of McMinnville; grandchildren, Terian Turner of McMinnville and River Jones and Lakelyn Rose Jones both of Sparta, TN; brother and sister-in-law, Billy L. and Gloria Jones of McMinnville; nieces and their husbands, Sheila Pitts of Cleveland, TN, Rhonda and John Pelham of McMinnville and Donna and McCaw Johnson of Ridge Top, TN; aunt, Eloise Ganey of Huntsville, AL and special friend, Gail Morrow of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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JONES, Mildred "Mickey" Boyd - McMinnville resident and Warren County native, Mildred "Mickey" Boyd Jones, age 82, was born December 31, 1925 and died November 26, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. She was retired from nursing care, a member of Smyrna Church of Christ and the daughter of the late George F. and Ida Clark Boyd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Sutton Jones and brother, Louis Dee Boyd. She was married August 3, 1947 to Charles A. Jones of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Wayne Baker of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy Dee and Earlene Jones of McMinnville; five grandchildren, Suzanne C. Jones of Dublin, OH, Bethany A. Beets of Murfreesboro, TN and Danielle, Katie and Austin Baker all of McMinnville and sister, Evelyn Byars of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jonathan Stubblefield officiating. Burial followed in the Smyrna Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Lazarus House Hospice. |
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JORDAN, Willie Bea McAfee - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Willie Bea McAfee Jordan, age 88, was born June 27, 1919 and died January 31, 2008 at the Golden Living Nursing Home in Winchester, TN following an extended illness. A homemaker and poet and a member of the First United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late William Jefferson and Betty Arledge McAfee. She was married to Willie Albert Jordan who preceded her in death May 30, 2004. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Violet Belcher and Bertie Turner and brother, Leonard McAfee. She is survived by three children, Jane Parkerton, Kristin Conner and Willie Albert Jordan, Jr.; seven grandchildren, Katrina Vess, Jordan Parkerton Gross, Jacob Conner, Sarah Jordan, Whitney Parkerton, Elizabeth Jordan and Emily Jordan; several nieces and nephews and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 3, 2008 at the Shady Grove Cemetery in Coffee County, TN with the family officiating. |
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KEEL, Maggie Louise - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Maggie Louise Keel, age 82, was born July 13, 1925 and died April 29, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Willie Jennings Boyd. She was married to Charles Edward Keel who preceded her in death May 16, 1990. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by bother, Eugene Boyd. She is survived by six children and their spouses, Dorothy and Jerry McKay of Jackson, TN, Bobby Keel, Wayne and Norma Keel and Jerry and Lisa Keel all of McMinnville and Carl and Gail Keel and Linda and Gerard Gijswijt of Rock Island, TN; ten grandchildren and their spouses, Douglas and Rose McKay, Jeremy and Angie McKay, Amy and Milton Whitsett, Chad and Katie Keel, Jonathan Keel, Michelle Jones, Stephanie and Kevin Knox, Nathan McDowell Keel, Chelsea Nunley and Christopher and Chaz Stewart; twelve great-grandchildren, Brandon and Zachary McKay, Avery and Owen Whitsett, Chloe and Campbell Keel, Morgan Keel, Kaylee and Alexis Patterson, Addison and McKenzie Knox and Matt Kirby and sister-in-law, Dola Boyd of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Richard Bowman officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. Memorial donations may be made to Lazarus House Hospice or Meals On Wheels. |
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KEITH, Larry W.H. - Smithville, TN resident and Warren County native Larry W.H. Keith, age 61, was born December 3, 1946 and died July 10, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. He was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church and the son of the late Albert W.H. and Junnie Josephine Dennis Keith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Donnie Lamar Keith. He is survived by one sister, Unita Butcher of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, July 12, 2008 in High's Chapel with Sammie Lee officiating. Burial followed in the Centertown Cemetery. |
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KILLIAN, Lyda - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Lyda Killian, age 81, was born June 22, 1927 and died August 26, 2008 at her residence. A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Hervie Maybile and Vera Lee Parks Christian. She was married to Jim Houston Killian who preceded her in death September 5, 2007. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Cindy Killian of McMinnville; daughter and son-in-law, Marcia and Ralph Barnes of McMinnville; four grandchildren, John Barnes, Stephanie (Troy) Hobbs, Amber (Brian) Rippy and Colby (Caitlyn) Killian; five great-grandchildren, Hunter and Alex Hobbs, Autumn Brim, Rylee Grace Rippy and Cash Killian; sister, Athelia Herrin of McMinnville; brother, George Bradley Christian of McMinnville; three sisters-in-law, Helen Patrick, Kathleen Killian and Maxine Anderson all of McMinnville and brother-in-law, and sister-in-law, Earl and Frances Campbell of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ralph Barnes officiating. Burial followed in the Center Hill Cemetery @ Hills Creek. |
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KING, Barbara Martin - Gainesboro, TN resident and Van Buren County, TN native Barbara Martin King, age 69, was born November 4, 1939 and died December 10, 2008 at Mabry Health Care in Gainesboro, TN following an extended illness. A retired employee of Oster and a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Ruby Boyd Martin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Tim Mix. She is survived by two sons, Thomas Darl Mix of Bradyville, TN and Dennis Duane Mix of Nashville, TN; daughter, Barbara Michele Mix of McMinnville; six grandchildren; three brothers, Willis Martin of McMinnville, Kelly Martin of Cleveland, TN and Ronnie Martin of Rock Island, TN and three sisters, Nina Johnson of Rock Island, TN, Joene Mix of Spencer, TN and Sharon Carter of Nashville, TN. Funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 12, 2008 in High's Chapel with Wayne Wells officiating. Burial followed in the White Hill Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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KING, JR., Philip Woodson
- Morrison, TN resident and Warren County native Philip Woodson King,
Jr., age 90, was born May 19, 1918 and died October 3, 2008 at River
Park Hospital following an extended illness. A retired employee
of AEDC and United States Army veteran of WWII, he served as an elder of the Church of Christ. A
graduate of the University of Tennessee, he was the UT Agricultural
Extension Service County Agent, a farmer, conservationist and a member
of the Ruritan and Lions Club. He was the son of the late
Philip Woodson and Susie St. John King. In addition to his
parents he was preceded in death by one daughter, Martha Jo
Howell; five sisters, Martha Catherine Hall, Hazel Stubblefield,
Johnnie Lee King, Mary Ruth Womack and Tennie Carolyn Enkema Chapo.
He was married March 27, 1942 to Ellen Mae Safley King of Morrison,
TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, John Drew King and wife Lill of McMinnville, Minnie
Jane King of Cookeville, TN, Ellen Kaye Gentry and husband, David
of Farragut, TN, Johnny Sue Duke and husband, Nile of Plano, TX and Philip Woodson King, III and wife, Sharron Sue of
Knoxville, TN; sixteen grandchildren and eighteen
great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held
at 4:00 p.m. Monday, October 6, 2008 at the Morrison Church of Christ
with Roger Comstock officiating. Burial followed in the Morrison
Cemetery with full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064
and American Legion Post 173. |
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KIRBY, Herman Lloyd - Morrison, TN resident and Warren County native Herman Lloyd Kirby, age 84, was born September 17, 1924 and died October 16, 2008. A retired, self-employed nurseryman, he was the son of the late William H. and Hallie Miller Kirby. He was married to Mary Rackley Kirby who preceded him in death. He is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Faye Kirby of McMinnville; sister, Pauline Campbell of Franklin, TN; niece, Betty Holt of Morrison, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 19, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jim Tollison officiating. Burial followewd in the Gardens of Memory. |
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KLASEK, Marty - McMinnville resident and St. Louis, MO native Marty Klasek, age 57, was born December 21, 1950 and died February 25, 2008 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. A self-employed consulting engineer and a member of First Baptist Church and St. Catherine's Catholic Church, he was the son of Herbert A. and Frances Harness Klasek of McMinnville. He was the former owner and operator of KMI from 1978 to 1983 where he shipped electronics and parts all over the world. He was married August 10, 1985 to Kathy Klasek of McMinnville. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sarah Elizabeth "Beth" Klasek-Cox and Richard Cox of Maryville, TN; son, Andrew Stephen "Andy" Klasek of McMinnville; step-daughter and step-son-in-law, Sherry and Greg Pennington of McMinnville; grandson, Jake Pennington and granddaughter, Katy Pennington both of McMinnville; brother, Rev. Stephen A. Klasek of Donelson, TN; two sisters and brother-in-law, Theresa Glover and Susan and Allan Mosler both of Mt. Vernon, IL; three nieces and their spouses, Elizabeth "Libby" Glover of New York City, NY, Katie and Scott Schroeder of Tampeco, IL and Sarah Heston of Chicago, IL and two nephews, Matthew and his wife Michelle Mosler of Italy and Michael Mosler of Mt. Vernon, IL. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Stephen A. Klasek and Dalton Fletcher officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. A rosary service was led by Father Jim Bretl at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday in High's Parlors. Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses. |
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KNIGHT, Hallie Mae Duggin - McMinnville resident and Cannon County, TN native Hallie Mae Duggin Knight, age 96, was born December 17, 1911 and died February 24, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late William Edgar and Emma Owens Duggin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Jackie Renae Knight and three brothers, Ray, Roy and Ricie Duggin. she is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Bryan and Brenda Knight and Barry and Neva Knight both of McMinnville and Haskell Knight, Jr. of Wesclo, TX; twelve grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; niece, Scarlett Ann Griffith of McMinnville and nephew Billy W. Duggin. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Bethlehem Cemetery with Bob Deason officiating. |
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LABRADA, Nathanael Rene - Nathanael Rene Labrada, the twenty-one month old son of Hector and Katia Labrada of McMinnville was born August 25, 2006 and died May 23, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Hector Labrada. In addition to his parents, he is survived by one brother, Hector Labrada of McMinnville; maternal grandparents, Teresa Almanza and Osvaldo Cardona and Adolfo Cancio all of Cuba; paternal grandmother, Madeleyne Avila of Cuba; adopted American grandmother, Pearl Bess of McMinnville; aunt and uncle, Ramon and Loida Garcia of McMinnville and many other aunts, uncles and cousins in Cuba. A graveside service and interment was held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 2008 at Gardens of Memory with B.J. Hancock and Ramon Garcia officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ronald McDonald House. |
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LUSK, Rosena - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Rosena Lusk, age 94, was born February 11, 1914 and died May 7, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A bookkeeper for Dr. Bigbee and Dr. Pedigo and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Icie Bonner Starkey. She was married May 24, 1937 to Frank Duncan Lusk who preceded her in death March 25, 1993. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by two sons, Donald and Howard Franklin Lusk; two granddaughters, Deandrea Lusk and Sherry Mosley; five sisters, Mollie Mitchell, Sadie Solomon, Ruby Hawkins, Jennie Gribble and Stella Starkey and four brothers, Jack, Sterling, Grady and Howard Starkey. She is survived by three daughters, Vera Thomas of Marysville, CA, Johnnie Dillard of McMinnville and Juanita Taylor of Rock Island, TN; five sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Georgia Lusk, James and Henrietta Lusk, and Harold and Louise Lusk all of McMinnville Jerry Lusk and Curtis and Rhonda Lusk both of Murfreesboro, TN and Margaret Lusk of McMinnville; thirty-two grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Thurman Starkey of Chicago, IL and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with George King and Phillip Smith, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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MALONE,
Dan Ray - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Dan Ray Malone, age 81, was born February 26,
1926 and died February 13, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville. A
self-employed, commercial artist, a United States Army veteran of
Korea and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late
Felix E. and Jessie Mai Rhea Malone. He is survived by two
sisters, Kathleen Pennington of McMinnville and Sammie Elrod of
Centerville, TN. A private graveside service was held with
the family officiating at Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashville, TN. |
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MARTIN, Brian Lynn - Ankeny, IA resident and Wickliff, OH native Brian Lynn Martin, age 38, was born October 11, 1969 and died August 9, 2008 at his residence following a sudden illness. A cable installer with Communications Data Link, he was the son of Barbara Hodges Knight of McMinnville and the late Glen Martin. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Walter Hodges; paternal grandparents, Frankie and Lula Martin and sister, Erica Torres. He was married to Erica Jean Keith Martin of Knoxville, IA. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by friend, Emily Jean Gustafson of Ankeny, IA; five children, Nichole, Kassidy, Tara, Tyler and Damon Martin all of Ankeny, IA; grandchildren, Evan and Kaden Martin; brother, Paul "P.J." Knight of McMinnville; sister, Michelle Taylor and maternal grandmother, Bertha Crim of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 14, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Hebron Cemetery. The family requests donations be made to help with funeral expenses. |
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MARTIN, Ella Mae - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Ella Mae Martin, age 88, was born January 26, 1920 and died August 31, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A sole proprietor in the housecleaning business and a member of the Clark United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Forrest and Pearl Martin. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one son, Jerry Edward Martin; nine brothers, George, Raymond, Arthur, Oscar, Wiley, Wilson, Forrest Jr., Clinton and Roosevelt Martin; two sisters, Hattie Jane Martin and Maude Scott; She is survived by one granddaughter, Charlotte DeAnn Teddy Martin of McMinnville; two grandsons, Jerry Alexander Martin and Ronald Beth Harris both of McMinnville; six great-grandchildren, Cierra D. Martin, Bailey A. Martin, Brennan A. Martin, Omari Harris, Jerren Harris and Korbyn Harris all of McMinnville; one great-nephew, Richard Martin of McMinnville; one niece, Armestine Drake of McMinnville; one sister-in-law, Roberta James of California; a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Phillip Smith, Jr. officiating. |
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MARTIN, Royal - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Royal Martin, age 63, was born March 9, 1944 and died January 16, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A bar and restaurant owner and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Hattie Jane Martin. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by one sister, Janie Peppers; uncles, Roosevelt, Wiley, Forrest, Jr., Oscar, Clint, George and Raymond and aunt Maude Scott. He is survived by one son, Lamar Martin of McMinnville; step-son, Morgan Gross of Sparta, TN; seven sisters, Armestine Drake, Gina Taylor, Wanda Martin, Etta Thomas and Peggy Martin all of McMinnville, Etta Louise Pepper of Richmond, CA and Sandra Martin of Cleveland, OH; three brothers, Michael John Martin and Danny Martin both of McMinnville and Terry Louis Martin of California; three grandchildren; aunt, Ella Mae Martin of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Burial will be in the Bethlehem Cemetery @ Martin Charge at a later date. |
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MASON, Franklin D. - Quebeck, TN resident and White County native Franklin D. Mason, age 73, was born April 24, 1934 and died January 16, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A retired employee of Carrier and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Ray and Augusta Cox Mason. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister. He was married September 4, 1974 to Donnie McCormick Mason of Quebeck, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Kenny Mason and Dwight Mason both of Quebeck, TN; daughter, Cathy Eaton of Collierville, TN; two step-daughters, Carol Lee Crouch of Morrison, TN and Peggy Woods of McMinnville; step-son, Walter Blair of McMinnville; twelve grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren; brother, R.L. Mason of Quebeck, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 18, 2008 in High's Chapel with Boyd Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the Jericho Cemetery in White County, TN. |
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MATHIS, Carolyn Ruth Poss - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Carolyn Ruth Poss Mathis, age 61, was born September 27, 1946 and died May 18, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A homemaker and member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of Arnold Dodson of McMinnville and the late Lorena Johnson Dodson. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by on son, David Poss and brother, Carl Dodson. She was married September 10, 1998 to Robert J. Mathis of McMinnville. In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by two daughters, Brenda Patrick of McMinnville and Briget Poss of Murfreesboro, TN; grandson, Jason Leon Patrick of McMinnville; two great-grandsons, Tyler and Logan Patrick of McMinnville; brother, Clifton Dodson of McMinnville; two step-daughters, Ruby Leann and Mildred Bell both of Michigan; two step-sons, Bobby Mathis, Jr. and Larry Wayne Mathis both of Michigan; nine step-grandchildren, several step-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2008 in High's Chapel with Steve Breedlove officiating. Burial followed in the Friendship Cemetery. |
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MAXWELL, Josie - Beverly Hills, FL resident and DeKalb County, TN native Josie Maxwell, age 92, was born January 18, 1916 and died November 14, 2008 in Lecanto, FL following an extended illness. A homemaker, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Josie Greer Pack. She was married to Grady M. Maxwell who preceded her in death in 1993. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by four sisters and three brothers. She is survived by four sons and daughters-in-law, Prentice and Dagmar Maxwell of Beverly Hills, FL, Grady and Mary Ann Maxwell of Warner Robbins, GA, Larry and Frances Maxwell of Manchester, TN, and Ted Maxwell and Margie Walker of Poinciana, FL; seven grandchildren, Terri Yorke of Denver, CO, Morakort Heyl of Houston, TX, Veronica Maxwell of Denver, CO, Sean Maxwell of Bowie, Maryland, Tracy Hartung of Hughesville, Maryland, Brian Maxwell of Westmoreland, TN and Mary Ferrell of Manchester, TN and eleven great-grandchildren. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at Gardens of Memory with John Pennington officiating. |
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MAYBERY, Charles Earl - McMinnville resident and Jackson County, TN native Charles Earl Maybery, age 72, was born June 18, 1935 and died January 28, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A former employee of General Telephone and owner of Maybery Mercantile, he was the son of the late Howard Farley and Lillie Ann Chaffin Mayberry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Horace, Thomas and Harold Mayberry and three sisters, Beulah Bowman, Velva Holland and Martha Elise Mayberry. He was married November 22, 1956 to Joyce Johnson Maybery of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Howard Earl and Shirley Maybery of Smithville, TN and Edward Lee and Rene Maybery of Wilmington, NC; daughter and son-in-law, Patricia Rose and Terry Fisher of Hendersonville, TN; daughter-in-law, Janie Russell of the Centertown Community; twelve grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Clifton and Faye Mayberry of Cookeville, TN and Sheldon and Louise Mayberry of Baxter, TN; three sisters, Lural Dunn and Jean Roberts of Cookeville, TN and Eloris Hensley of Columbia, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2008 in High's Chapel with Harold Jones and Coy Hathcock officiating. Burial followed in the Pharris Cemetery in Gainesboro, TN. |
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MCAFEE, Bernard Lytal - Morrison, TN resident and Warren County native Bernard Lytal McAfee, age 93, was born August 3, 1914 and died March 2, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following a brief illness. A retired supervisor at Genesco, he was the son of the late James L. and Mamie Sims McAfee. He was married to Clara McMahan McAfee of Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth and Barbara McAfee of Morrison, TN and Rod and Linda McAfee of McMinnville; eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren and nephew, James Lavoy Tillett of Morrison, TN. A graveside service and interment was held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at Morrison Cemetery with Jim Waldron officiating. |
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MCBRIDE, Julia Annette Bond - Rock Island, TN resident and Catoosa County, GA native Julia Annette Bond McBride, age 55, was born November 23, 1952 and died May 28, 2008 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A self-employed Beautician and member of Fall City Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Austin and Elizabeth Jones Bond. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Gary Bond and sister, Jennifer Lynn Bond. She was married December 7, 1973 to Kenneth Larry McBride of Rock Island, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Wade and Keisha McBride of McMinnville; grandson, Austin McBride of McMinnville; foster daughter, Ann Cotten Shepherd and husband, Jackie of Kentucky; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Terry Bond and Kenneth and Reba Bond both of McMinnville; sister-in-law, Sylvia Bond of McMinnville; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Garry and Carolyn McBride of Smithville, TN; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and a multitude of dear friends. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008 in High's Chapel with Garry McBride and Joey Spicer officiating. Burial followed in the Old Bybee Cemetery. |
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MCBRIDE, Mary Eddie - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Mary Eddie McBride, age 83, was born December 9, 1924 and died September 22, 2008 at her residence following a sudden illness. The retired owner of Forest Nursery Co. and a member of the Rockliff Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Emmitt and Florence Kennedy Phillips. She was married to Jessie Lee McBride who preceded her in death September 21, 2004. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Jessie Lee McBride, Jr. and son-in-law, Jack Kassees. She is survived by one daughter, Shirley Jean Kassees of Springfield, GA; two grandsons, Michael Kassees and his wife, Angela of Murfreesboro, TN and Matthew Kassees of Savannah, GA; two great-grandchildren, Robert and Kaitlyn Kassees of Murfreesboro, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008 in High's Chapel with Jeff Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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MCCORMACK, Nina Louise - Smithville, TN resident and Warren County native Nina Louise McCormack, age 83, was born November 24, 1924 and died August 19, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following a sudden illness. A retired employee of Levi's and a member of the Missionary Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Sam Arley and Mary Ellen Lowe Prater. She was married August 4, 1952 to Amos McCormick who preceded her in death October 30, 2003. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Samuel Elliot Ramage; daughter, Mary Ellen Caldwell; two brothers, Glenn D. and Luther A. Prater and sister Jenny Lucille Rheinhart. She is survived by two daughters, Mildred McCormack Forsyth of Grundy County, TN and Elaine Gail McCormack of Phoenix, AZ; three sons, Ralph Clayton McCormack, Paul Morris McCormack and Jerry Steve McCormack all of Warren County, TN; seventeen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and two brothers, Cecil Dewey Prater of McMinnville and Eugene Prater of Warren County, TN. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2008 in High's Chapel with Nestor Stewart officiating. Burial followed in the Webb Cemetery @ Bluff Springs. |
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MCCORMICK, Carolyn Virginia - McMinnville, TN resident and Detroit, MI native Carolyn Virginia McCormick, age 76, died August 22, 2008 at the Medical Center of Manchester following a short illness. A retired employee of Oster Corporation and a member of East End Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Charlie F. and Katie Ireland Huggins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Huggins. She is survived by two daughters, Kathy Austin and Gloria Henley both of McMinnville; two grandchildren and spouse, Nace and Marcia Austin of Columbus, GA and Courtney Austin of McMinnville; one sister, Mary Hill of Cincinnati, OH; two brothers, Archie Huggins and Tom Huggins both of Warren, MI; several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 25, 2008 in High's Chapel with Garland Robinson officiating. Burial followed in the DeKalb Memorial Gardens. |
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MCCORMICK, Charles William - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Charles William McCormick, age 82, was born March 15, 1925 and died January 30, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following a lengthy illness. A nursery owner and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Amon Lewis and Wavie Marie Priest McCormick. He was married to Elaine Dorothy Derouin McCormick who preceded him in death. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Junior, Harvey, Marvin, Roy and Yuvonne McCormick. He is survived by two daughters, Penny Clendenon of Smyrna, TN and Cheryl Partin of Estill Springs, TN; five sons, Rodney, Mike, Pat, Dennis, and David McCormick all of McMinnville; twenty-one grandchildren and thirty great-grandchildren; brother, Luther D. McCormick of McMinnville; five sisters, Donnie Lee Mason of Quebeck, TN and Melvia Blair, Carolyn Buckner, Ann Blair and Linda Holder all of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, February 1, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bro. Kenneth Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Old Union Cemetery. |
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MCCORMICK, Dairl - Rock Island, TN resident and Van Buren County, TN native Dairl McCormick, age 61, was born September 20, 1947 and died December 21, 2008 at the Livingston Regional Hospital in Livingston, TN following a one-year illness. An employee of Powermatic and TLT, Inc. and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late George and Daisy Yates McCormick. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice McCormick and sisters, Carolyn Young and Judy McCormick. He is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Treva and Olen Smith of Bone Cave, TN; significant other, Helen Turner of Cookeville, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 23, 2008 with Michael Buck and Phillip Buck officiating. Burial followed in the Crain Hill Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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MCCORMICK, Mary Alice - Morrison, TN resident and Stewart County, TN native Mary Alice McCormick, age 89, was born October 5, 1918 and died June 1, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Morrison Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Elisha and Florida Ann Barrows Causey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Warren A. Causey; sisters, Doris Elder, Hazel Phillips, Retha Wolford, Billie Vanzant, Jessie Berry and Kathlene Causey. She was married to Clifford McCormick of Morrison, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Benita and Larry Allen of Morrison, TN; two grandchildren, Terry Allen of Morrison, TN and Shelby Brackett of Forest City, NC; great-granddaughter, Krystal Brackett of Forest City, NC; ten nieces and nephews and seven step-children, Leo and Gary Seay of Paducah, KY, Michael, James and Nelson McCormick, Elizabeth Reed and Debbie Rice all of Tennessee. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ray Winton and Warren B. Causey officiating. Burial followed in the Jericho Cemetery in White County, TN. |
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MCCORMICK, Pauline Bouldin - Morrison, TN resident and Van Buren County, TN native Pauline Bouldin McCormick, age 87, was born January 21, 1921 and died December 12, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Grange Hall Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Bryan and Lodemia Roberts Bouldin. She was married July 3, 1937 to Lester Washington McCormick who preceded her in death June 7, 1991. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Donnie Ray McCormick who was killed in Vietnam; son-in-law, Larry Martin; grandson, Bo Lynn McCormick and sister, Birdie Grissom. She is survived by six children and their spouses, James Lewis and Violet McCormick, Billy Hugh and Carol McCormick, Sharon McCormick Martin Holcomb and husband, David, and Jerry Lynn and Telisa McCormick all of McMinnville and Patsy Ann Holt and Terry Glyn and Candice McCormick both of Morrison, TN; fifteen grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Emma Pope and Martha Holt both of Morrison, TN; two brothers, James Charles "J.C." Bouldin and Wilmus Bouldin both of Morrison, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 15, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bob Winton and Tommy Lusk officiating. Burial followed in the Bascom Cemetery. |
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MCCOY, Pearl Swindell Carter - McMinnville resident and White County, TN native Pearl Swindell Carter McCoy, age 81, was born May 8, 1927 and died November 22, 2008 at her residence following a one-year illness. A retired employee of Mallory Timers and member of the Walling Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Sarah Nelson Swindell. She was married to Donald Carter and George McCoy both of whom preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Tammy Yates; grandchildren, Amy Carter and Traci Boissonneault; brothers, Ralston, Edd and Floyd Swindell and sisters, Zula Swindell and Cleo Galloway. She is survived by three children and their spouses, Phillip and Treva Carter of Rock Island, TN, Dwight Carter of Walling, TN and Cindy Martin of McMinnville; son-in-law, Jerry Yates of Fayetteville, TN; grandchildren and their spouses, Jeff and Jennifer Carter and Chad and Leslie Carter both of Rock Island, TN, Shannon and Joe Hale of Michigan, Kelly Carter of McMinnville, Robby and Linda Boissonneault of the Centertown Community, Amanda and Troy Gibson and Kevin Yates both of Fayetteville, TN; twelve great-grandchildren; sister, Annie Carter of Walling, TN; brother, Murrill Swindell of Ohio and step-daughter, Lennie Mae Savage of Doyle, TN. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 24, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bobby Cloyd officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery in White County, TN. |
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MCDOWELL, Virginia Ann Cox - Rock Island, TN resident and Knox County, TN native Virginia Ann Cox McDowell, age 78, was born June 1, 1930 and died June 14, 2008 at her residence following a short illness. A homemaker and member of New Bybee Chapel Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Rufus Fuller and Louise Malone Cox. She was married to Tullas McDowell who preceded her in death April 6, 1998. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Steve McDowell. She is survived by one son, Jeffrey Allen McDowell of Rock Island, TN; daughter, Alana McGuire of Rock Island, TN; daughter-in-law, Randi McDowell of Georgia; five grandchildren, Candice Zweifel and husband, Joey of the Smartt Station Community, Nathan McDowell and Sean McGuire and wife, Felicia both of McMinnville, Dany McGuire Earls and husband, Mickey of Viola, TN and Robert E. Lee McDowell of Georgia; two great-grandchildren, Dyllon Ryan McGuire Young and Kaci Marie McGuire; three sisters, Vara Lindquist of California, Sue Uhde and husband, John of Georgia and Maurine Allen of Alabama; brother, Reid Cox of Alabama and several nieces and nephews. A graveside memorial service and inurnment was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at New Bybee Cemetery with Tim Lewis officiating. |
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MCGIBONEY,
William Olan - Rock Island, TN resident
and Warren County native William Olan McGiboney, age 81, was born
December 17, 1926 and died November 3, 2008 at River Park Hospital
following a one-year illness. A retired dairy farmer, a United
States Army veteran of Korea and member of the Pine Bluff Methodist
Church, he was the son of the late Robert W. and Millie Mae Baker
McGiboney. Mr. McGiboney was the 1961 Jaycee's Outstanding Young
Farmer of the Year, past board member of the Warren Farmer's Co-Op,
past member of Tennessee State Board of 4-H Leaders, Superintendent of
Pine Bluff Methodist Church, member of the American Jersey Cattle Club
and member of American Legion Post 173. In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Omar,
Orion, Ivora, Clinton, Ather, Katherine, Luther and Sally Mae.
He was married September 27, 1952 to Monice Green McGiboney of Rock
Island, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three
children and their spouses, Jeffrey and Mary Jane McGiboney of
Herndon, VA, Joyce and David Britton of Rock Island, TN and Renee and
Presley Campbell of Huntsville, AL; five grandchildren, Ann
Marie McGiboney Rocha, Bruce Jeffrey McGiboney, Virginia Suzanne
McGiboney, Davey Britton and Mac Britton; several nieces,
nephews, special friends and neighbors. Funeral service was
held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 5, 2008 in High's Chapel with
Tim Lewis and Titus Ward officiating. Burial followed in the
Asbury Cemetery in Rock Island, TN with full military honors
administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post 173. |
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MCGINNESS, Dorothy Helen - McMinnville resident and Bledsoe County, TN native Dorothy Helen McGinness, age 82, was born November 6, 1925 and died May 19, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A retired school teacher and member of the Bethany Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Hosea and Lena Hefner Roberts. She was married December 26, 1948 to Gentry Bryant McGinness who preceded her in death August 27, 2005. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Hazel Haston and sister-in-law, Nell Roberts. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Harold and Teresa McGinness of McMinnville; daughter and son-in-law, Becky and Tommy Bailey of McMinnville; three grandchildren and their spouses, Brandon and Stephanie McGinness, Hilary and Chris Neale and Cassie McGinness all of McMinnville; two great-grandsons, Keaton and Barrett McGinness both of McMinnville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Lois Roberts of Sparta, TN and Jim Roberts of Oak Ridge, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tony Lawrence and David Walker officiating. Burial followed in the Bethany Cemetery. |
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MCGUIRE, Cleveland Braxton - McMinnville resident and Van Buren County, TN native Cleveland Braxton McGuire, age 79, was born May 6, 1928 and died March 26, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A lift operator at Burroughs-Ross-Colville and a member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the the late Jesse Lee and Nellie Hillis McGuire. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Max Elbert, Robert and Ray Cooper McGuire and five sisters, Alice Watson, Maybelle Yates, Betty Jewell McGuire, Martha Jane McGuire and Mattie Warren. He was married July 13, 1949 to Ruth Faulk McGuire of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children and their spouses, John B. and Sandra McGuire, Jane L. and Larry Jones and Linda and Delbert Ray all of McMinnville; grandchildren and their spouses, James A. and Lynn Jones, LaJuana and Lee Baker, and Todd Ray all of McMinnville, Sgt. Sean Patrick and Laura McGuire of El Paso, TX, Kim Ray of Knoxville, TN and Katherine and Mike Vaughn of Cookeville, TN; great-grandchildren, Kelsey Jones, LaKaryl Baker, Nathaniel Baker, Elizabeth Baker, Clayton Allen Jones, Zoe Marie McGuire, Giselle McGuire and Abbey Vaughn; sister-in-law, Ruth A. McGuire of Cleveland, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with George Roberts officiating. Burial followed in the Long Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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MCGUIRE, Sandra Alice "Saucy" - McMinnville resident and Rochester, Michigan native Sandra Alice "Saucy" McGuire, age 62, was born February 28, 1946 and died May 31, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a five-month illness. A children's librarian at Magness Memorial Library and member of Christ United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Samuel R. and Dorothy Wood Muncey Shull. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Ronnie Shull. She was married June 17, 1976 to John McGuire of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Katherine and Mike Vaughn of Cookeville, TN; son and daughter-in-law, Sean Patrick and Laura McGuire of El Paso, TX; granddaughters, Abbey Vaughn and Giselle and Zoe McGuire; two sisters, Debby Shull and Ga Shull both of Nashville, TN and brother, Sammy Shull of Knoxville, TN. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday in High's Chapel with Dr. Charles McCaskey and Thomas Vaughn officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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MCKINLEY, Pamela Jo - McMinnville resident and Indianapolis, IN native Pamela Jo McKinley, age 61, was born November 9, 1946 and died June 26, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A homemaker, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lois Mae Berry Krayling. She was married to Calvin McKinley of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Tamela and Morris Adams of Ft. Worth, TX, Dawn and Sean London of Altus, OK and Patricia and Todd Hill of Burlison, TX; six grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Terri Krayling of Vero Beach, FL; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Phil and Terri Blanchard of Chattanooga, TN and several nieces and nephews. |
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MIASTKOWSKI, Mabel Ellen - McMinnville resident and Mt. Tabor, VT native Mabel Ellen Miastkowski, age 84, was born January 2, 1924 and died October 15, 2008 at her residence. A homemaker, she was of the Catholic faith and the daughter of the late Edward and Agnes Champagne Beauregard. She was married to Stanley Charles Miastkowski, Jr. who preceded her in death December 21, 2006. She is survived by three daughters, Gail Holly of Spring Hill, TN, Debra Cole of Oxford, OH and True Pagano of McMinnville; two grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and brother, Cecil Beauregard. A memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2008 in High's Parlor. |
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MILLER, Mary Caroline - Detroit, MI resident and Alexandria, TN native Mary Caroline Miller, age 107, was born October 3, 1901 and died November 25, 2008 at her residence. She was retired as head chef at Dinty Moore's Restaurant and the daughter of the late Jim and Josie Buckner Reasonover. She was married to Finis Miller who preceded her in death. She is survived by one daughter, Jessie Flynt of Detroit, MI; two granddaughters and grandson-in-law, Janice Flynt and Sharon and Willis Flynt-Childress both of Detroit, MI and four great-grandchildren Danel Flynt, Willis Childress, Jr., Bernard Childress and Bryan Childress. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 1, 2008 in High's Chapel with Phillip Smith, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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MINER, Betty Jane - Florence, AL resident (formerly of McMinnville) and Chicago, IL native Betty Jane Miner, age 85, was born February 11, 1923 and died February 20, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A hospital lab clerk and a member of the Christ United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late William and Flosse Langcor Truesdall. She was married to Jackson M. Miner who preceded her in death February 20, 2005. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Tom and Shelia Miner of McMinnville and Tim and Carol Miner of Franklin, TN; daughter, Terri Swaim of Russellville, AL; five grandchildren, one step-grandchild and two great-grandchildren. A graveside service and interment was held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, February 22, 2008 at Gardens of Memory with Mark Carrigan officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Magness Memorial Library or Vanderbilt Children's Hospital. |
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MOORE, Jesse James - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Jesse James Moore, age 67, was born March 1, 1941 and died May 13, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following a five-day illness. The owner of McMinnville Aluminum and member of the Church of God, he was the son of the late Walter Preston and Ella Irene Hennessee Moore. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter Preston Moore, Jr. and Paul Moore and sister, Shelby Craven. He was married June 30, 1963 to Betty Jane Boren Moore of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Ginger Moore and Darrell and Julia Moore both of McMinnville; two daughters and son-in-law, Karen Moore and Melissa and Nick Hollis both of McMinnville; six grandchildren, Austen, Connor and Ireland Moore, Saylem Powell and Erin and Madison Hollis; three brothers, Bill, Tony and Steve Moore all of McMinnville and sister, Juanita Boren of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 16, 2008 in High's Chapel with Lee Wright and Danny Sullivan officiating. Burial followed in the Concord Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the McMinnville Lions Club or Concord Cemetery. |
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MOORE, Lila Mai - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Lila Mai Moore, age 97, was born November 24, 1910 and died May 2, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Northside Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Z. and Laura Eliza Keathley Greer. She was married to H.E. "Jack" Moore who preceded her in death August 29, 1973. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Colleen Goldston; two grandchildren, Ronnie Hall and Thomas Andrew Moore and one great-great-granddaughter, Caroline Cochran. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sara and Jacob Evans of McMinnville; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas E. and Alice F. Moore of Summerville, SC; four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008 in High's Chapel. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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MORTON, Edward Lee "Eddie" - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Edward Lee "Eddie" Morton, age 34, was born January 3, 1974 and died September 13, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A meat cutter with Wal-Mart, he was the son of Edward and Novella Adams Morton of McMinnville. In addition to his parents, he is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Rebekah and Corey Mooneyham of Woodbury, TN; brother, Michael Morton of Morrison, TN; two nieces, Ashley Mooneyham of Woodbury, TN and Sarah Morton of McMinnville and several aunts and uncles. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2008 in High's Chapel with Howard Carroll officiating. Burial followed in the Shiloh Cemetery @ Mud Creek. |
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MORTON, Lorene Farmer - McMinnville resident and Smith County, TN native Lorene Farmer Morton, age 89, was born October 19, 1918 and died June 28, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of Madison Street Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late William and Effie Grisham Farmer. She was married March 4, 1938 to Carl Edgar Morton who preceded her in death October 26, 1998. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Doyle Clark Morton; two sisters, Lucy Wilson and Polly James and two brothers, Frank and Clarence Farmer. She is survived by three children and their spouses, Evelyn R. Cooper, Dickie and Jennifer Morton and Freddie and Diane Morton all of McMinnville; five grandchildren and their spouses, Chris and Pam Cooper, Mark Morton, Sheri and Todd Garrett and Clay and Amanda Morton all of McMinnville and Keri and Joel Womack of Rock Island, TN; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Ethel O'Bryan of California and Kitty Swindell of Lebanon, TN; brother, Joe Farmer of Lebanon, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 1, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Carl Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Faulkner's Cemetery. |
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MOUNT, Pearlie McKinley - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Pearlie McKinley Mount, age 89, was born April 27, 1919 and died July 29, 2008 at River Park Hospital. A homemaker and member of Clark United Methodist Church, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Sally Gwyn McKinley. She was married to Ernest Mount who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four sons, Willard and Woodrow McKinley and William Howard and Leonard Carr; two daughters, Alma Jerlene Carr and Georgia Lee Carr; two sisters, Pauline Brown and Josephine Walling and two brothers, Dallas and Lewis McKinley. She is survived by four daughters, Norma Jean Coonrod, Wanda Sue Thomas and Cathy Spencer (Vancie Martin) all of McMinnville and Mary Jane Pinchon (Grady) of Sparta, TN; sixteen grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren and twelve great-great-grandchildren; sister, Zada Mae Rutledge of McMinnville; two daughters-in-law, Margaret Carr of Tullahoma, TN and Willow Dean McKinley of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 31, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Vance officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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MUNSON, Barbara Ellen - McMinnville resident and Northfield, NH native Barbara Ellen Munson, age 88, was born February 29, 1920 and died September 24, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a one-month illness. She was the executive secretary for the National Caves Association, a graduate of the University Of Tennessee Chattanooga, former oboist with the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra, Chattanooga Opera Association and many other bands. She was the daughter of the late Leon F. and Ellen Converse Cross. She was married to Leonard J. Munson, Jr. who preceded her in death August 8, 1979. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Nancy Gordon of Apopka, FL and Ellen and Garner McDonald of Albany, OR and granddaughter Heather Muller of Swartz Creek, MI. A graveside service and interment was held at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Mt. View Cemetery with Father Scott James officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Cave Museum, the Glaucoma Research Foundation or Warren County Humane Society. |
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MYERS, Bonnie Lee - Rowlett, TX resident and Grundy County, TN native Bonnie Lee Myers, age 81, was born April 16, 1927 and died October 20, 2008. Bonnie always called Tennessee home and remained faithful to the Church of Christ at Chestnut Grove. While living in Tennessee, she enjoyed helping others, cooking no matter what time of the day and sending letters and cards to friends and family. A hard worker all her life, she set the example for her children, that they might grow up to be loving, nurturing and good citizens. She wanted them to have an education and be all they could be. She was the daughter of the late Dock H. and Rachel Qualls Ledbetter. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Hervy Myers; brothers, Wilmer, Kenneth and Fred Ledbetter; sister Bobbie Jane Davis and two infant sisters. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Cindy Myers of Viola, TN; two daughters and son-in-law, Cathy Betts of Cabot, AR and Sue and Greg Martinez of Rowlett, TX; grandchildren, Kevin Betts of North Little Rock, AR, Kelly Green of Malvern, AR, Michael Simmons of Rowlett, TX, Thomas Martinez of Allen, TX, Brad Myers of Viola, TN, Amanda Simmons of Rowlett, TX and April Seeds of Plano, TX; great-grandchildren, Brandon Chamblee and Seth Ryan Betts both of North Little Rock, AR, Mattison, Ryleigh and Evan Green all of Malvern, AR, Tristan and Gabriela Seeds both of Plano, TX, Dylan Crawford and Sean Simmons both of Rowlett, TX and Marley and Miles Martinez both of Allen, TX. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2008 in High's Chapel with Clayton Jones officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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MYERS, Joe Alton - McMinnville resident and White County, TN native Joe Alton Myers, age 69, was born May 13, 1938 and died March 30, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a sudden illness. A retired utility investigator with the Public Service Commission and a member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Otto McKinley and Elizabeth Elliott Myers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Lynville and Gordon Myers. He was married March 14, 1998 to Judye C. Killian Myers of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one sister, Geneva Scoggins of McMinnville; three nephews, John Scoggins of Sparta, TN, Danny Scoggins of McMinnville and Justin Bowdoin of Newport News, VA; two nieces, Debbie Shoemake of Lavergne, TN and Heather Clark of Rock Island, TN and great-nieces and great-nephews, Casey Scoggins, Sarah Lohon, Jennifer Oliver, Tyler and Trace Clark, Hunter and David Shoemake and Brittany Owers. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in High's Chapel with Wayne Cantrell officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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NASH, Anna Ray - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Anna Ray Nash, age 80, was born November 25, 1927 and died February 13, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a brief illness. A homemaker and a member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Henry H. and Ova Lee Walker Measles. She was married first to Thomas E. Dawson who preceded her in death in 1974 and married second to Raymond J. Nash who preceded her in death March 19, 2007. She is survived by four children and their spouses, Thomas R. and Frances Dawson of Winchester, TN, William S. and Dawson of McMinnville, Ronald L. and Tracy Dawson of Dickson, TN and Anna Dawson and Richard Lopez of Tampa, FL; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 15, 2008 in High's Chapel with George Roberts officiaiting. A private burial was held at New Union Cemetery. |
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NASH, Edwina Judkins - Morrison, TN resident and DeKalb County, TN native Edwina Judkins Nash, age 81, was born March 6, 1926 and died February 20, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A retired employee of Levi Strauss and a member of the Liberty Cumberland Presbyterian Church, she was the daughter of the late George and Emma Cantrell Judkins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, John Douglas Judkins. She was married to Carl E. Nash, Sr. of Morrison, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Diane Nash, Jr. of McMinnville; two daughters and son-in-law, Barbara and Don Burks of Wartrace, TN and Shirley Johnson of the Smartt Station Community; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Elizabeth Cavanaugh of Detroit, MI, Nannie Bell Farris of Lakeland, FL and Georgia Pearl Maury of Detroit, MI and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 23, 2008 in High's Chapel with Lanny Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Liberty Cemetery. |
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NEALE, Doris May - McMinnville resident and London, England native Doris May Neale, age 89, was born September 3, 1918 and died August 15, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A self-employed cosmetologist and member of the East End Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Richard Alfred Stanley and Ethel May Hodges Burford. She was married to J.H. Neale who preceded her in death. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters. She is survived by one step-son, Ron L. Neale of McMinnville; two grandchildren, Chris Neale and John Neale both of McMinnville; niece, Suzanne Green and nephew, Stanley Gatton both of England. She is also survived by her church family at East End Church of Christ and many friends and neighbors. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2008 in High's Chapel with Garland Robinson officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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NEWBY, Kreg Earl - McMinnville resident and Trenton, MI native Kreg Earl Newby, age 41, was born July 6, 1967 and died August 17, 2008 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. A truck driver for Burton Brothers and member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of Earl Fisher "Pepper" Newby of Manchester, TN and Elsie Jean Stiles Newby of McMinnville. He was preceded in death by grandparents, John and Pauline Stiles and Malcolm and Dovie Newby. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Heather Mansell Newby of McMinnville; three children, Maggie, Olivia and Blake Newby all of McMinnville; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Denise and William Anderson and Sherri and Robert Mathis both of McMinnville and Karen and Randy Burks of Morrison, TN; brother and sister-in-law, Gwynn and Courtney Newby of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Kenneth Mansell and Garland Robinson officiating. Burial followed in the Newby Family Cemetery. |
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NICHOLAS, Virgil Lloyd - Morrison, TN resident and Pickett County, TN native Virgil Lloyd Nicholas, age 86, was born November 11, 1921 and died January 27, 2008 at his residence following a lengthy illness. A farmer and a member of the Barren Fork Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Joe and Bercelia Poore Nicholas. He was married May 10, 1968 to Louise Nunley Nicholas of Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons and daughter-in-law, Richard and Sherry Nicholas and Lloyd Nicholas both of Morrison, TN and Everett Nicholas of McMinnville; four step-sons and step-daughter-in-law, James and Gail Murray of Morrison, TN, Charles Johnson and David Johnson both of Woodbury and Billy Johnson of Indiana; daughter, Charlotte Nicholas of Morrison, TN; step-daughter and step-son-in-law, Brenda and Buddy Johnson of Woodbury, TN; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Amos and Isabella Nicholas, Arlen and Bessie Nicholas, Novel and Edith Nicholas and Roosevelt Nicholas and two sisters and brother-in-law, Christine Medley and Delena and Waldon Gaither. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2008 in High's Chapel with David Dawson officiating. Burial followed in the Oak Grove Cemetery @ Barren Fork. |
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NORROD,
Wilburn Lindon - McMinnville resident
and Warren County native Wilburn Lindon Norrod, age 81, was born
November 29, 1926 and died September 23, 2008 at River Park Hospital
following a brief illness. The owner of Norrod's Garage for
fifty-one years, a Tennessee Army National Guard veteran and member of
the East End Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Lloyd
Everett and Minnie Gibbs Norrod. Mr. Norrod was a long-time
elder of the West Riverside Church of Christ and member of the Warren
County Rescue Squad. In addition to his parents, he was preceded
in death by one brother, Winfred Norrod. He was married to
Dorothy Chambers Norrod of McMinnville. In addition to his wife,
he is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Richard and Carolyn
Norrod of Mt. Juliet, TN and Bradley Steven Norrod of McMinnville;
two daughters and sons-in-law, Ina Catherine and Ed Hennessee of
Murfreesboro, TN and Virginia "Jenny" and John Endicott of Marietta,
GA and two grandsons, Lindon Chastain of Murfreesboro, TN and Jack
Endicott of Marietta, GA. Funeral service was held at 2:00
p.m. Friday, September 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Vernon Joines,
James Boyd and Garland Robinson officiating. Burial followed in
the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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NORTHCUTT, George William - McMinnville resident and Warren County native George William Northcutt, age 90, was born September 4, 1917 and died July 9, 2008 at River Park Hospital following a brief illness. A retired employee of Carrier and member of the Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Enoch and Lillie Winton Northcutt. He is survived by two special nieces, Frances Brown of McMinnville and Cherrie Martin of Murfreesboro, TN; special nephew, Robert Rowan of Sparta, TN; several other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 12, 2008 in High's Chapel with George King, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in the Corinth Cemetery in Viola, TN. |
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O'KAIN, Helen Brown - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Helen Brown O'Kain, age 66, was born August 29, 1941 and died January 1, 2008 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A piano teacher and a member of the Central Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Winton and Marietta Couch Brown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Nancy Louise Brown; brother, Jack Elkin Brown and brother-in-law, Larry Gross. She was married November 14, 1959 to Larry O'Kain of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Johnny O'Kain of Nashville, TN; sister, Judy Gross of McMinnville; brother-in-law, Donald O'Kain of Florence, AL; three nephews, Chris Gross and Jason (Kristine) Gross both of McMinnville and Mike O'Kain of Birmingham, AL and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Nestor Stewart, Titus Ward and Tim Parish officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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O'NEAL,
Chester Lee - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Chester Lee O'Neal, age 59, was born May 2, 1948
and died January 14, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN
following a brief illness. A self-employed nurseryman, a Untied
States Army veteran of Vietnam and a member of the Baptist Church, he
was the son of the late Johnny Edward and Mable Beatrice King O'Neal.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters,
Linda Joyce O'Neal, Gladys Lucille Fults and Barbara Nell Smartt and
two brothers, Edward Delano O'Neal and Henry Royce O'Neal. He
was married June 14, 2002 to Barbara Orrick O'Neal of McMinnville.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons and
daughter-in-law, Stephen Matthew O'Neal, Kasey Lee O'Neal and Robert
Edward and Dana LeeAnn O'Neal all of McMinnville; four
grandchildren, Sierra LeeAnn Griffith, Destiny Jada O'Neal, Tristen
Renee Griffith and Madden Grace O'Neal all of McMinnville; four
sisters, Hazel Marie Rutledge, Jane Roberta Lewis, Ada Elizabeth
O'Neal and Lois Elaine McCormick all of McMinnville;
father-in-law and mother-in-law, William Joe and Cornelia Orrick of
McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 17, 2008 in High's Chapel with
Jason Brown officiating. Burial followed in the Barren Fork
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ORRICK,
William J. "Joe" - McMinnville resident
and Warren County native William J. "Joe" Orrick, age 85, was born
October 23, 1922 and died June 3, 2008 at his residence following a
sudden illness. The retired service manager at Puckett Motors,
Willmore Ford and Norrod's Garage, a United States Navy veteran of
WWII and member of the First Baptist Church, he was the son of the
late Doyle and Agnes Fay Swanger Orrick. In addition to his
parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Willard Orrick and
half-sister, Willie Alene Gibbs. He was married September 8,
1946 to Cornelia Lorance Orrick of McMinnville. In addition to
his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Barbara Lynn O'Neal of
McMinnville; two brothers, Leon Orrick of McMinnville and
Everage Orrick of Indiana; step-brother, Rayford Davis of
McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 6, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev.
Carl Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Barren Fork
Cemetery with full military honors administered by the VFW Post 5064
and American Legion Post 173. |
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ORZECH, Edna Mae Nunley - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Edna Mae Nunley Orzech, age 76, was born August 10, 1931 and died January 29, 2008 at her residence. A retired employee of the Head Start Program and a member of the Non-Denominational Church, she was the daughter of the late Will B. and Della Dessie Buck Nunley. She was married to Eugene W. Orzech who preceded her in death July 20, 2005. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two children, Donna Kaye Barkes and Belinda Diane Spivey; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Darlina and Kenny Huntley of Morrison, TN; son, Robert Conoway of McMinnville; five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; sister Catherine Hennessee of McMinnville; several nieces and nephews and dearest friend, caretaker and granddaughter, Selina Rollins and her husband David of McMinnville. The family would like to give a special thanks to Jennifer Fults of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 1, 2008 in High's Chapel with Carl Bouldin and David Dodson officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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PALMER,
Wayne Coy - Rock Island, TN resident and
Cherokee County, NC native Wayne Coy Palmer, age 82, was born
September 5, 1925 and died July 8, 2008 at River Park Hospital
following a sudden illness. A retired lumber grader at
McMinnville Manufacturing Company, United States Navy veteran of WWII
and member of the Mt. Elim Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon
and Sunday School Teacher, he was the son of the late James and Amma
Lee Sneed Palmer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in
death by one sister, Faye Maxey. He was married September 9,
1946 to Dortha Moore Palmer of Rock Island, TN. In addition to
his wife, he is survived by two nephews, Eddie Scott and Freddie Scott
both of Rock Island, TN; six grandchildren and four
great-grandchildren; brother, Creed Palmer of Newtown, PA;
sister, Dixie Palmer of Murphy, NC; half-sister, Barbara West of
Andrew, SC and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service
and interment was held at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, July 10, 2008 at
Long Cemetery with Willard Ralph, Jr. officiating. Full military
honors were administered by the VFW Post 5064 and American Legion Post
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PARTAIN,
Gordon Earl - McMinnville resident and
Huntsville, AL native Gordon Earl Partain, age 87, was born November
5, 1920 and died April 5, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following
an extended illness. A retired truck driver, a United States
Army veteran of WWII and Korea and a member of the Living Word
Fellowship, he was the son of the late Robert Stanley and Kittie
Staggs Partain. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in
death by two brothers, Bill and German Partain and one sister, Lorene
Spelta. He was married July 27, 1940 to Lillian Partain of
McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one
daughter and son-in-law, Gloria and David Neal of McMinnville;
son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Christy Partain of Rock Island, TN;
grandchildren, Lisa Farris, Rusty and Diane Bass, Gordon and Mary
Bass, Becca Partain and Dylan Partain; great-grandchildren,
Kisha and Ronnie Heady, Brooke Bass, Amber Honeycutt, Jacob Raper and
Parker Bass; great-great-grandchildren, Genesis Mitchell and
R.J. Heady; brother, Maurice Partain of Nashville, TN;
step-grandchildren, Sherry and Tyler Bittner and Shelia and Anthony
Brenneman; four step-great-granchildren, three
step-great-great-grandchildren and
several nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held at
6:00 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2008 in High's Parlor with Jim Zlaten
officiating. Burial was at Middle
Tennessee Veteran's Cemetery in Pegram, TN. In
lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Living Word
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PATTERSON, Mildred Irene Parker Mayfield - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Mildred Irene Parker Mayfield Patterson, age 82, was born January 25, 1926 and died December 23, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A retired employee of McMinnville Garment Company and member of the Locust Street Church of God, she was the daughter of the late John A. Parker and Frances Irene Black Parker Passons. She was married to Creed Mayfield and Jack Patterson both of whom preceded her in death. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, J.D. Parker. She is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Roy and Betty Parker of Lavergne, TN; sister-in-law, Stella Parker Grissom of McMinnville; three nieces, Carol Hollandsworth and Jennifer West both of McMinnville and Becky Hash of Rock Island, TN; two nephews, Roy David Parker of Nashville, TN and Doug Parker of McMinnville; four step-children and their spouses, Pat and Carolyn Patterson, Buddy and Jana Patterson and Mira Woodlee all of McMinnville and Belinda Anne and Doris "Bill" Landtroop of Lewisburg, TN and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 27, 2008 in High's Chapel with Roland Sharp officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery (Hwy. 30). |
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PAYNE, Anna Pearl - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Anna Pearl Payne, age 101, was born March 21, 1907 and died October 18, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Harmony Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Ben H. and Laura Barnes Mayfield. She was married to Aaron Payne who preceded her in death. She is survived by one son, Gerald Payne of Rock Island, TN; granddaughter, Tammy Payne of Rock Island, TN; grandsons and granddaughter-in-law, Clayton and Retha Payne of Rock Island, TN, Danny Payne; and three great-grandchildren, Layna, Katlyn and Aaron. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Marion Ward and Titus Ward officiating. Burial followed in the Crain Hill Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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PEGG, Alta Inez - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Alta Inez Pegg, age 84, was born April 24, 1924 and died May 6, 2008 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN following a sudden illness. A homemaker and member of the Mt. Leo Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Douglas and Grover Lee Woodlee Roberts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Eva Sain and grandson, Michael Anthony Pegg. She was married November 24, 1945 to James Alvin Pegg of McMinnville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Skip and Merrilyn Pegg and Larry Pegg both of McMinnville; grandchildren, Chris and Nelson Pegg, Terry Slatton, Tonya Bell, Kim Hillis, Sunshine Cook, Stephanie Racine and Christie Pistole; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Faye Mix of McMinnville and two brothers, Frank and Charles Roberts both of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 8, 2008 in High's Chapel with Lane Dix and R.L. Rigney officiating. Burial followed in the Armstrong Cemetery. |
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PELHAM, Dorsey Walter - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Dorsey Walter Pelham, age 88, was born January 20, 1920 and died April 22, 2008 at Manchester Healthcare in Manchester, TN. A retired night watchman at Burroughs-Ross-Colville and a member of the McMinnville Free Will Baptist Church, he was the son of the late John L. and Mary Basham Pelham. He was married to Lydia Stacy Pelham who preceded him in death August 5, 2000. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Hiram Pelham, Lawton Pelham and Levi Pelham and three sisters, Daisy Harrington, Margaret Coppinger and Jane Jones. He is survived by one daughter, Jean McInturff of Manchester, TN; two grandchildren and their spouses, Christy and Michael McBee of Morrison, TN and Steven and Alisha McInturff of Manchester, TN; sister, Susie Ellsworth of Normandy, TN; three great-grandchildren; six step-children and their spouses, Leighton Anderson of Tullahoma, TN, Shirley and Archie Driver of McMinnville, Ann and Bud Bell and Marvin and Sue Anderson both of Manchester, TN, Marvin and Sue Anderson of Morrison, TN and Sue and Benny Faircloth of Springfield, TN; eleven step-grandchildren and several great-step-grandchildren. A graveside service and interment was held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Bascom Cemetery with Benny Benjamin officiating. |
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PERRY, Mary Evelyn - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Mary Evelyn Perry, age 74, was born June 9, 1934 and died October 1, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville. She was the daughter of the late Robert Lawson and Rhoda Delia Clara Lytle Perry. Ms. Perry was the oldest living person with down syndrome in the United States. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Charlie, James E. and Robert L. Perry, Jr. and four sisters, Willie H. Pepper, Athelia P. Weddington, Ruth Simo and Hassie L. King. She is survived by one sister, Dorothy J. McCormick of McMinnville; thirty-two nieces and nephews, several great-nieces and great-nephews and special friends. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Dale Perry officiating. Burial followed in the Center Hill Cemetery @ Hills Creek. |
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PERRY, William Kenneth "Buck" - McMinnville resident and Warren County native William Kenneth "Buck" Perry, age 64, was born October 27, 1943 and died June 26, 2008 at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN following a five-month illness. A farmer, he attended Grace Tabernacle Church and was the son of the late William Claude and Rubye Irene Stanley Perry. He is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Kent and Betty Perry of McMinnville and Beau Perry of Kansas; daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Steve Dykes of McMinnville; seven grandchildren, Tara and Scott Wood, Christy, Chase and Raven Perry, Kaitom Tanner and Kaimen Collins; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Claudia and Harold Martin and Carol and Doug Martin both of McMinnville and brother and sister-in-law, Tex and Pam Perry of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with Cecil Vanwinkle officiating. Burial followed in the Bethlehem Cemetery. |
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PHILLIPS, Andrea Renae - McMinnville resident and Indianapolis, IN native Andrea Renae Phillips, age 38, was born February 27, 1970 and died March 16, 2008 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Morrison First Baptist Church, she was the daughter of Jimmy and Lois Dillingham of McMinnville. She was preceded in death by on brother, Mark Dillingham. In addition to her parents, she is survived by three children, Shawna Renae Floyd, Korressa Phillips and Kayla Phillips all of McMinnville; brother, Steve Bonner of Chattanooga, TN and half-sister, Melissa Waldron of Murfreesboro, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2008 in High's Chapel with Chris Sparkman officiating. Burial followed in the Morrison Cemetery. |
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PIERCE, Anna Marie "Tarter" - McMinnville resident and Winston County, MS native Anna Marie "Tarter" Pierce, age 68, was born February 3, 1940 and died October 20, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of Jesus Name Pentecostal Church, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Arcola Reed Robinson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Cecil, Harvey and Clinton Robinson, and daughter, Lisa Gail "Tarter" Martinez. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Lynn Weddington of McMinnville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Lawson and Patsy Robinson and David and Becky Robinson both of McMinnville; three grandchildren, Jacob Weddington, Shanatha Brannam and Crystal Brannam; four great-grandchildren; companion, Fred Prater of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 23, 2008 in High's Chapel with Buddy Pope and George Roberts officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Zion Cemetery. |
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PISTOLE, Hazel Reed - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Hazel Reed Pistole, age 86, was born July 10, 1921 and died January 28, 2008 at NHC Healthcare McMinnville following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Westwood Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Roy James and Mary Tosh Reed. She was married in 1940 to Ernest Dillon Pistole who preceded her in death August 22, 1985. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Ernest "Dickie" Pistole, Jr.; sisters, Florence Stevenson, Ruby Capshaw and Elizabeth Reed and brothers, Roy and Joe Reed. She is survived by one daughter, Melba Bonner of Viola, TN; son and daughter-in-law, Phillip and Jana Pistole of Brentwood, TN; four grandchildren and their spouses, Sam and Kim Bonner of Viola, TN, Lea and Jeff Williamson of McMinnville, Charles Pistole of Nashville, TN and Reese Pistole of Brentwood, TN; three great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Mary Reed of Manchester, TN and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2008 in High's Chapel with James Vandiver officiating. Burial followed in the Viola Cemetery. |
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POTTER, Beatrice - McMinnville resident and Madison County, AL native Beatrice Potter, age 79, was born May 17, 1929 and died December 8, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Baptist Church, she was the daughter of the late Lela Philips. In addition to her mother she was preceded in death by step-father, Dave Miller; husband, Floyd Potter and niece, Kathy Fults. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Eddie Graham of McMinnville; sister, JoAnn Dodson of McMinnville; niece, Patty Woodlee of the Centertown Community and two nephews, Terry Carr and Jeff McAmis both of Morrison, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 10, 2008 in High's Chapel with Dr. Dean Northcutt and Ralph Hoover officiating. Burial followed in the Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Coffee County, TN. |
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POWELL, Orpha Ople Woodlee - McMinnville resident and Grundy County, TN native Orpha Ople Woodlee Powell, age 94, was born February 13, 1914 and died November 24, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Beecher and Fannie Nunley Woodlee. She was married July 4, 1938 to Jewell Haston Powell who preceded her in death October 16, 1992. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Orva "Buck" Powell and twelve brothers and sisters. She is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Ella and David Wanamaker of McMinnville; five grandchildren and their spouses, Terry and Vicky Powell, Troy and Tamisha Fults, Tambitha and Colon Knight and Lori and Clay Cantrell all of McMinnville and April and Brad Fincher of Altamont, TN; ten great-grandchildren, Dillon, Cody, J.W., Britny, DeRae, Ashlynn, MaKayla, Wesley, Randy and Abby; several nieces and nephews and two sisters-in-law, Ida Barlow of Murfreesboro, TN and Clara P'Pool of Nashville, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Ronnie Powell officiating. Burial followed in the Armstrong Cemetery. |
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PRATER, Gladys Marie - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Gladys Marie Prater, age 88, was born September 12, 1920 and died November 27, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Hardie L. and Leivetta Winnett Bell. She was married to Jack "Shorty" Prater who preceded her in death in 1997. She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Jackie Craven Lowry and Elaine and Gary Powell both of McMinnville; five grandsons, Kip, Garrett and Ren Powell and Troy and Shane Craven; granddaughter, Angel Craven Raulerson; five great-grandchildren, Jessie Craven, Marino Raulerson and Aiden, Isaiah and Dayne Powell and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2008 in High's Chapel with James Jones officiating. Burial followed in the Grange Hall Cemetery. |
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PRIEST, John James - McMinnville resident and Doyle, TN native John James Priest, age 92, was born October 2, 1916 and died October 6, 2008 at Rive Park Hospital following an extended illness. A self-employed landscaper and member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Larkin and Nancy George Priest. He was married August 24, 1940 to Mary Maggie Priest who preceded him in death. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Nelson, Quitman and Henry Priest and two sisters, Mary and Sarah Priest. He is survived by five daughters, Alene Duggin Priest, Barbara Taylor, Brenda Brymer and Linda Gail Granados all of McMinnville and Thelma Lucille Tanner of Jacksboro, TN; fifteen grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and special cousins, Lloyd George and Christine George. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2008 in High's Chapel with Carson Rust officiating. Burial followed in the Crain Hill Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. |
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PURSLEY, Georgia Wilma Smith - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Georgia Wilma Smith Pursley, age 85, was born March 12, 1923 and died December 12, 2008 at her residence following an extended illness. A retired nurse's aid and member of the protestant faith, she was the daughter of the late George W. and Mary Bina Hillis Smith. She was married to John Charles Pursley who preceded her in death in 1996. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by one son, Thomas Pursley. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Linda Huff and Charles and Sissy Pursley both of McMinnville; six grandchildren and their spouses, Tina and Jeff Lassiter, Michael and Becky Pursley, Eric Pursley, Lisa Pursley, Christy and Chris Wheatley and Holly Walker; eighteen great-grandchildren; sister, Grace Rich of Chattanooga, TN and caregiver, Eva Graham of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2008 in High's Chapel with Vernon Joines officiating. Burial followed in the Shellsford Cemetery. |
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RAINS, Frankie Leon - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Frankie Leon Rains, age 56, was born July 9, 1951 and died May 31, 2008 at his residence following an extended illness. A lineman with McMinnville Electric System and member of the Bethany Church of Christ, he was the son of the late Leon Rains and Martha Loudine Jones Rains. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Danny James Rains. He is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Debbie and John Holland of Ringgold, GA; niece, Sommer Campbell of Florida; four nephews, Brandon Rains of Florida and J.P. Holland, Spencer Holland and Matthew Holland all of Georgia; uncle, David Jones of Georgia; beloved companion , Linda Walker and her family, son and daughter-in-law, Clint and Angie Walker; daughters, Kaye and Faye Walker and grandsons, Joshua Clint Walker and Jaycee Cole Walker all of McMinnville. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Phillip Rowland and David Costello officiating. Burial followed in the Trousdale Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Sunkissed Acres (Horse Rescue). |
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RAINS,
Lloyd Clinton - Morrison, TN resident
and Warren County native Lloyd Clinton Rains, age 79, was born July
27, 1928 and died January 14, 2008 at Stones River Hospital in
Woodbury, TN following a brief illness. A U.S. Army veteran, he
retired form Central Railroad in Indiana after thirty-seven years.
After retirement he enjoyed fox hunting with his brothers and friends.
He was the son of the late Rufus J. and Dovie Young Rains. In
addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers,
Grady, R.K. and Bernice Rains and three sisters, Irene Hall, Pauline
Hall and Ethel Lorance. He was married August 2, 1997 to Sally
Mullican Rains of Morrison, TN. In addition to his wife, he is
survived by one brother, Leonard Rains of McMinnville; two
sisters, Barbara Tittsworth and Ann Stevens both of McMinnville;
step-daughter and step-son-in-law, Tammy and Tony Hernandez of
California and step-son and step-daughter-in-law, Ronald and Mendaz
Mullican of California; five step-grandchildren, ten nieces,
five nephews, several cousins and a host of friends. Funeral
service was held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 17, 2008 in
High's Chapel with Bro. Gayle Rains officiating. Burial followed in the Rains Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial
contributions may be made to the
American Cancer Society. |
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RAINS, Lucille Algerlee - McMinnville resident and Coffee County, TN native Lucille Algerlee Rains, age 88, was born January 29, 1920 and died February 24, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. The retired owner of Brown's Grocery and a member of the Central Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Dallas Jefferson and Beulah Tennessee Wright Brown. She was married to Frank Reed who preceded her in death in 1976 and later married Sterling Rains who preceded her in death in 1987. In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Verna Sanders and Geneva Anderson and two brothers, William Andrew Brown and Donald Brown. She is survived by one daughter, Jean Smith of McMinnville; two grandchildren and their spouses, Dale and Ann Smith and Geraldine and Howard Mathis both of McMinnville; great granddaughter and her husband, Wendy and Jeff Stepp of McMinnville; two great-great-grandsons, Cameron and Dylan Stepp of McMinnville; two sisters, Allie Shoults and Ruth Sorells both of Bedford, IN; two step-sons, Sterling Eugene Rains and Pat Rains both of McMinnville; step-grandson and his wife, Greg and Carol Rains of McMinnville; several other step-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Tim Parish officiating. Burial followed in the Manchester City Cemetery. |
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RAMSEY, Bettye Ruth Moore - Franklin, TN resident and Warren County native Bettye Ruth Moore Ramsey, age 63, was born February 2, 1944 and died January 16, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a brief illness. An employee of the City of Brentwood and a member of the Bethel Outreach Church, she was the daughter of the late William Erbie and Julia Vaughn Moore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Clarence Moore. She was married to Bob Ramsey of Franklin, TN. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa and Dart Anderson of Nashville, TN and Beth and Glenn Hardeman of Spring Hill, TN; nine grandchildren; brothers and sisters-in-law, Sara Moore, Ray and Betty Sue Moore, Paul and Brenda Moore and David and Jane Moore all of McMinnville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, January 19, 2008 in High's Chapel with Glenn Hardeman officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Warren County Relay For Life. |
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RAMSEY,
Douglas Wayne - McMinnville resident and
Warren County native Douglas Wayne Ramsey, age 52, was born February
12, 1956 and died November 30, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in
Nashville, TN following a brief illness. An employee of
Bridgestone, a United States Air Force veteran and member of the
Church of Christ, he was the son of Sarah Jean Smith Ramsey of
McMinnville and the late Clyde W Ramsey. He was married May 13,
2000 to Deborah Wilson Ramsey of McMinnville. In addition to his
wife and mother, he is survived by three step-sons, Joey Watson and
Jamie Watson both of McMinnville and Jason Watson of Washington D.C.;
brother, Karl William Ramsey of McMinnville; two sisters and
brother-in-law, Vicki and Mitchell Biles of Jackson, TN and Rita
Ramsey of McMinnville; nieces, CherLisa Biles and CherNae Biles
and nephews, Christopher Biles and Torrell Ramsey. Funeral
service was held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, December 6, 2008 in
High's Chapel with Phillip Smith, Jr. officiating. Burial
followed in the Gardens of Memory with full military honors
administered by the American Legion Post 173 and VFW Post 5064. |
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RANDALL, Edgar Norman - McMinnville resident and Clinton, MI native Edgar Norman Randall, age 78, was born October 20, 1929 and died May 28, 2008 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN following a sudden illness. A fifteen year employee of Tractor Supply Company, he was the son of Edgar and Laura Stadler Randall. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1947 and Michigan State College in 1950 with a degree in Agriculture. Norman had a herd of registered Holsteins for twenty-five years. While in Michigan he served for eight straight years on the school board, led 4-H groups and showed cattle. In 1987 he moved to Tennessee and resided here for twenty years. From 1995 to 2005 he helped his daughter Cherryl with her horse racing venture by raising babies and mares. His hobbies included walnut trees, his yard and garden. He was married September 30, 1951 to Marilyn A. Hoelzer of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Cherryl J. Randall of Florida; son, Joseph M. "Joe" Randall and his wife Jo Ann of Tecumseh, MI; granddaughter, Shannon Wasiniak and husband, John of Norwalk, OH; two grandsons, B.J. Randall of Northville, MI and Matt Randall and his wife, Kristal of Tecumseh, MI; great-grandson, Wyatt Wasiniak of Norwalk, OH; sister, Jean Randall Krans of Wisconsin and brother, Lloyd C. Randall and his wife, Pat of Michigan. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2008 in High's Chapel with Rev. Steve Angus officiating. |
| RHEA, Brayden Glen - Brayden Glen Rhea, the infant son of Richard and Chrystal West Rhea, was born November 30, 2008 in Hamilton County, TN and died December 9, 2008 at T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital in Chattanooga, TN. In addition to his parents, he is survived by one brother, Damon Mullican of McMinnville; paternal grandparents, James and Carolyn Sweeton of McMinnville; maternal grandparents, Clayton and Chi Chi West of McMinnville; great-grandmothers, Betty Fults and Ruby West both of McMinnville; aunts and uncles, Troy and Penny Rogers, Mickey Rhea and Jeremy Rhea all of McMinnville and several cousins. A graveside service and interment was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 11, 2008 at Mt. Zion Cemetery with Greg Sweeton officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Richard and Chrystal Rhea, c/o High Funeral Home. | |
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RHEA, Judy Eloise Lorance - McMinnville resident and Warren County Native Judy Eloise Lorance Rhea, age 66, was born January 11, 1942 and died September 2, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. An employee of Wal-Mart and a member of the Central Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Lyman Lorance and Irene Gaither Lorance of the Centertown Community. In addition to her mother she is also survived by her husband, Robert L. Rhea of McMinnville; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Billy Lorance of Centertown; Michael and Joanna Lorance of Centertown; Roy and Wanda Lorance of Manchester; five nephews and wives, Bradley and Kathy Lorance of Yuma, AZ; Kris and Marcia Lorance of Cookeville, TN; Jamie and Jennifer Lorance of Murfreesboro, TN; Ryan and Jamie Lorance of Centertown; Micah Lorance of Centertown; two nieces, Morgan Lorance of Wilmore, KY; Shandra and John Richardson of Manchester, TN; great-nieces and great-nephews, Alexi and Alyssa Lorance, Garrett and Gracie Richardson, Rylan and Kinsley Lorance, Sawyer Lorance and Maggie Rose Lorance. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bill Bouldin officiating. Burial followed in the Gardens of Memory. |
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RIGSBY, Arless Nolan - McMinnville resident and Warren County native Arless Nolan Rigsby, age 85, was born September 29, 1922 and died April 17, 2008 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN following an extended illness. A retired machinist at Genesco, a retired 50 year member of Ezell Lodge #331 at Morrison as a 3rd Degree Mason and a member of the McMinnville First Baptist Church, he was the son of the late George and Martha Page Rigsby. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, James Haskel Rigsby. He was married March 16, 1945 to Evelyn Nelson Rigsby of McMinnville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Sandra Rigsby of Murfreesboro, TN; two granddaughters and grandson-in-law, Michelle and John David Todd of Lascassas, TN and Melissa Rigsby of Murfreesboro, TN; two great-grandsons, Austin and Chase Todd of Lascassas, TN; sister-in-law, Agnes Rigsby of Morrison, TN; niece and her husband, Linda and Roger Smith of Manchester, TN and nephew and his wife, James Gary and Margaret Rigsby of Winchester, TN. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Pastor Bill Martin officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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RINER, Hester "Mae" - Lawrenceville, GA resident (formerly of McMinnville) and Warren County native Hester "Mae" Riner, age 90, was born April 13, 1918 and died November 23, 2008. A member of the Mt. Leo Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Zollie Lee and Ella Belle Cantrell Tittsworth. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Bessie Lou Greene and three brothers, Willie A., Ray and Benton Tittsworth. She attended Centertown High School and married Calvin Eugene "Gene" Riner on June 13, 1937 under a big oak tree in Morrison, TN. They were married 67 years when he died September 5, 2004. She was a loving mother and faithful wife and worked as a hairdresser until she was 70 years of age. She was a woman of strong faith and she spent her life serving others through her church, community and family. Mae and Gene had moved to Lawrenceville, GA before his death to be with their daughter and son-in-law Carolyn and Jim Cole. In addition, she is survived by two grandsons, Jeremy Cole and wife, Christine and Joshua Cole both of Georgia; brother and sister-in-law, Everett and Barbara Tittsworth of McMinnville; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2008 in High's Chapel with Bo Davenport and Lane Dix officiating. Burial followed in the Centertown Cemetery. |
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ROBERTS,
Mack - McMinnville resident and Warren
County native Mack Roberts, age 66, was born March 3, 1942 and died
September 16, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended
illness. A supervisor at Carrier, a United States Army veteran
and member of the Baptist Church, he was the son of the late Dredmon
and Beulah Madewell Roberts. He was married September 22, 1962
to Jo Ann Keith Roberts of McMinnville. In addition to his wife,
he is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff and Laila
Roberts of Greenville, SC and Todd and April Roberts of McMinnville;
two daughters and son-in-law, Tammy Roberts of Murfreesboro, TN and
Teresa and Carson Rust of Dunlap, TN; eight grandchildren,
Danielle and Robert Smith and Amanda Smith of Murfreesboro, TN, Cam
Rust of Dunlap, TN, Brandi and Justin Cotten of Rock Island, TN,
Samara Roberts and Yusef Roberts of Greenville, SC and Isaac Roberts
and Will Roberts of McMinnville and three sisters, Gertie Milstead,
Mildred Barnes and Lucy Cunningham all of the Irving College
Community. Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday,
September 20, 2008 in High's Chapel with Carson Rust officiating.
Burial followed in the Shiloh Cemetery. |
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ROBINSON, Nan Collier - Tullahoma, TN resident and Warren County, TN native Nan Collier Robinson, age 85, was born November 24, 1922 and died October 22, 2008 at Harton Regional Medical Center in Tullahoma, TN following an extended illness. An administrative assistant with AEDC and member of the Church of Christ, she was daughter of the late Herman L. and Nola Clark Collier. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Raymond Robinson and brother, Herman E. Collier. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Charles "Shot" Nunley of McMinnville; grandchildren and their spouses, Susan and David Marttala of McMinnville and Charles and Allison Nunley, Jr. of Murfreesboro, TN; five great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Marjorie Collier of Tullahoma, TN and several nieces, nephews and friends. A graveside service and interment was held Saturday, October 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. View Cemetery with Rev. Andy Gay officiating. |
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RONE, Grace Watson - McMinnville resident and Marshall County, TN native Grace Watson Rone, age 92, was born May 6, 1915 and died April 5, 2008 at Raintree Manor Nursing Home. A retired bookkeeper and homemaker and a member of the Presbyterian Church, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Evelyn Sheffield Watson. She was married to A.R. "Jimmy" Rone who preceded her in death April 17, 1978. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one grandson, David Neil Rone and three sisters, Sally Lee Tyree, Irene Hamlin and Gladys McCord. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Norman and Elizabeth Rone of McMinnville; granddaughters and grandson-in-law, Katherine Elizabeth Rone of Knoxville, TN and Emily Rone Simmons and Don Simmons of McMinnville; three great-grandchildren, Adam, Jeff and Brett Simmons; sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Charles Whorley of Nashville, TN; brother and sister-in-law, Claude A. and Jo Watson of Nashville, TN; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. A graveside service and interment was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 7, 2008 at Gardens of Memory with Andy Gay officiating. |
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ROWLAND, Edith Faye - Campaign, TN resident and Warren County native Edith Faye Rowland, age 93, was born March 10, 1914 and died January 26, 2008 at River Park Hospital following an extended illness. A homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late Elias and Dovie Mae Hennessee Greene. She was married to William Alexander Rowland who preceded her in death in 1962. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Sammye and Elbert Greene and sister, Relma Webb. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, James and Patsy Rowland of Campaign, TN and Kelly Wayne and Pam Rowland of Rock Island, TN; four grandchildren, Monty Rowland, Crystal Byars, Kevin Rowland and Greg Rowland and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 27, 2008 in High's Chapel with James Rice officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. View Cemetery. |
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