In Loving Reminiscence: Obituaries April 15-23, 2020
ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn Information)
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Obituary for Richard Lee Douglas
Richard Lee Douglas, 70, of Springfield, handed away on Thursday April 23, 2020 at North Crest Medical Middle. A non-public household graveside service will probably be performed on Monday April twenty seventh within the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Tim Harris officiating.
Richard Lee was born April 10, 1950 in Cedar Hill to the late Dixie Lee and Jewel Dean Armes Douglas. He labored as a heavy gear operator for a few years for the Robertson County Freeway Division and was of the Baptist religion. Along with his mother and father, he was preceded in demise by his 
grandparents: Tom and Anna Lou Knight Douglas, Herman Armes, and Ina Lee Beason Armes Brooksher, and by his step-grandfather: Mason Brooksher.
Richard Lee is survived by his sister and brother-in-law: Wilma Diane Douglas Swindell and Frank Swindell of Springfield, and by a number of cousins and mates.
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Obituary for Harold E. “Mr. Harold” Douglas
Harold E. “Mr. Harold” Douglas, 83, of Springfield, handed away on Tuesday April 21, 2020 at his house.
A non-public household graveside service will probably be performed on Friday April twenty fourth within the Palestine Cemetery with Reverend Diane Coppock and James Marshall officiating. No visitation will probably be held.
Mr. Harold was born July 13, 1936 in Clarksville to the late R.J. and Mary Martin Douglas. He was a graduate of Springfield Excessive College Class of 1955. Mr. Harold was a veteran of the U.S. Military. Through the years he was an worker of Ford Glass, Texaco Oil, Daniel and BE&Okay Development. He was most happy with being co-founder of Douglas and Co., perpetually often known as Douglas Amoco, the place he was Pit Grasp. Mr. Harold beloved his horses and farm, the place he spent many hours of enjoyment.
Mr. Harold is survived by his loving spouse of 62 years: Faye Reid Douglas of Springfield, by his son and daughter-in-law: Eric and Betty Lou Douglas of Springfield, by his grandson: Todd Helmintoller, by his nice grandchildren: Myra, Sloane, and Hope Helmintoller, by his trustworthy canine: Samantha, and by quite a few cousins, nieces, nephews, many greatest mates and caretakers.
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Obituary for Mary Joe “Mama Joe” Carter Dorris
Mary Joe “Mama Joe” Carter Dorris, 88, of Greenbrier, handed from this life on Monday April 20, 2020.
A non-public household graveside service will probably be performed on Friday April twenty fourth within the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Don Sensing officiating.
Mrs. Dorris was born January 3, 1932 in Springfield to the late Joe Henry and Polly Sanford Carter. She was a graduate of Greenbrier Excessive College Class of 1949 and beloved being part of the 49’ers girl’s group of her graduating class. She was a homemaker and a lifelong member of Greenbrier United Methodist Church, the place she was very lively within the United Methodist Ladies’s ministry. Mrs. Dorris was a constitution member of the Greenbrier Historic Society. She lived a lifetime of religion to her Lord and her church, and he or she at all times treasured being concerned within the lives of her household that she beloved a lot.
Along with her mother and father, she was preceded in demise by her husband of 61 years: Charles “Charlie” Destiny Dorris, and by her brother and sister-in-law: Choose Charles Carter and Vivian Baggett Carter. Mrs. Dorris is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Charlotte and Terry Dorris of Greenbrier, by her son and daughter-in-law: Joe and Monica Dorris of Greenbrier, by her grandchildren: Rob Dorris and spouse Margarete, Ken Dorris and spouse Erica, Jody Dorris and spouse Sarah, Blake Dorris and spouse Skylar, by her nice grandchildren: Luke, Kate, Heidi, and Wesley Dorris, by her expensive pal: Dorothy Helen Elliott of Townsend, and by her brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Jimmy and Melba Dorris of Greenbrier.
In that case desired, you might honor her reminiscence with donations to the Greenbrier United Methodist Church Memorial Fund or the American Coronary heart Affiliation. All donations may be despatched c/o Robertson County Funeral Residence 2201 Memorial Blvd. Springfield, TN 37172
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Obituary Kenneth Alva Brooks, Sr.
Kenneth Alva Brooks, Sr., 85, of Adams, handed away on Sunday April 19, 2020 at his house.
His stays will probably be cremated.
Mr. Brooks was born April 1, 1935 in Baltimore County, Maryland. He was a retired electrician and was a member of Electrical Union (IBEW) Native 70 in Maryland. Mr. Brooks loved farming and elevating cattle. For a few years he traveled the nation displaying Angus Cattle. He was preceded in demise by his spouse: Virginia Feight Brooks.
Mr. Brooks is survived by his sons: Kenneth Alva Brooks, Jr. of Kansas, Dennis Brooks of Maryland, David Brooks of Tennessee, James Brooks of Tennessee, by his daughters: Deborah Miller of Maryland, Judith Cobb of Tennessee, and Barbara Tittel of Maryland, by his sisters: Janet Matthews, Bonnie Nash, and Audrey Keys, by 26 grandchildren and 26 nice grandchildren.
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Obituary for Andy Davis
Andy Davis, age 83 of Gallatin, TN handed away on April 18, 2020.
A graveside service was held at Beech Cemetery on Wednesday, Could 6 at 11 a.m.
The household has entrusted companies to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Highway, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Doris Jean West Butrum
Doris Jean West Butrum, 83, of Greenbrier, handed from this life on Friday April 17, 2020 at The Waters of Robertson.
A non-public household graveside service will probably be performed on Monday April twentieth within the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Pastor Jon Briggs officiating. Pallbearers will probably be Jeffery Butrum, Bruce Jackson, Adam Henson, Jordan Henson, Ravi Butrum, and Dontavius Butrum. There will probably be no public visitation previous to the graveside service.
Mrs. Butrum was born December 7, 1936 in Springfield to the late Homer and Myra Briggs West. She was a retired cashier from Springfield Kroger and was of the Baptist religion. Mrs. Butrum loved crafting, going to yard gross sales, taking part in bingo, and going to the Lengthy Hole Jamboree. Along with her mother and father, she was preceded in demise by her daughters: Marcia Brown and Donna Butrum.
Mrs. Butrum is survived by her son: Ray Butrum of Springfield, by her daughters and sons-in-law: Patricia and Larry Jackson of Greenbrier, Debbie and Mark Lewis of Goodlettsville, Stephanie and Troy Henson of Greenbrier, by her brother and sister-in-law: Paul “P.R.” and Tammy West of Adams, by her sisters and brothers-in-law: Carolyn and Billy Wooden of Springfield, Mary and Tony Keith of Springfield, by her particular pal: Howard Eidson of Greenbrier, by her 13 grandchildren, and by a number of nice and nice nice grandchildren
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Obituary for Arnold Gibson, Jr.
Arnold Gibson, Jr., 81, of Hermitage, handed away on Thursday April 16, 2020 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
A non-public household graveside service was performed Wednesday April twenty second within the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Reverend Michael Smith officiating. The household plans for a Memorial Celebration of Life service at a future date.
Mr. Gibson was born November 15, 1938 in Pikeville, KY. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Power and he labored a few years as a heavy gear operator for Wright’s Business. Mr. Gibson was of the Baptist religion. He was the sort individual that at all times needed to be doing one thing and when ever you requested him what he was doing, he at all times mentioned “simply piddlin”. Mr. Gibson was preceded in demise by his father: Arnold Gibson, Sr., by his mom: Babe England Clark, and by his spouse: Gladys Elizabeth Ledbetter Gibson, who died in January of this yr.
Mr. Gibson is survived by his son: William Gibson of Abingdon, VA, by his daughter: Lisa Gibson of Johnson Metropolis, by his step-son: Kenneth Melvin “Kenny” Head and his spouse Willie Head of Cedar Hill, by his step-daughters: Brenda Kay Head of Madison and Rita Fay Williams of Nashville, by his brothers: Richard Gibson of Pikeville, KY and Dean Ray Gibson of Hellier, KY, by his sisters: Alice Fay Courtney of Pikeville, KY, Rita Ann Tackett, Amanda DeRosett, and Arnette Simpson all of Hellier, KY, and by a number of grandchildren, nice grandchildren, and nice nice grandchildren.
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Obituary for Dewall Murphey, Jr.
Dewall Porter Murphey, Jr., age 96, of Nice View, handed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at NHC Healthcare in Springfield.
A non-public graveside service will probably be held Friday, April 24, 2020 within the Elmwood Cemetery with Brother Kenneth Wayne Head officiating. Burial will observe with Donny Browning, Phillip Murphey, Preston Murphey, Zach Shelton, Jacob Shelton, Freddy Head, Cam Myatt and Josh Pulley serving as pallbearers.
Mr. Murphey was born November 8, 1923 in Cedar Hill to the late Dewall and Mary Morgan Murphey, Sr. He beloved to fish and hunt and was a member of the Coopertown Church of Christ. He beloved celebrating his birthday and holidays and particularly beloved getting greeting playing cards.
Along with his mother and father Mr. Murphey is preceded in demise by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Ann and Rufus Head and Dimple and George A. Value. He’s survived by his brother, Jimmy (Faye) Murphey of Nice View; 6 nieces; and 5 nephews.
In that case desired memorial contributions could also be made to St. Jude’s Kids’s Hospital. Any donations could also be despatched in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Springfield is answerable for these preparations.
Obituary for Norman Plank
Norman Wayne Plank, age 78, of Greenbrier, handed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at NHC Healthcare in Hendersonville.
A non-public graveside service was held Tuesday, April 21, 2020 within the Bellwood Cemetery with Brother Dennis Stirewalt officiating. Burial adopted with household and mates serving as pallbearers. No visitation was held previous to the graveside service.
Mr. Plank was born July 25, 1941 in Madison, Illinois to the late Clarence N. and Elizabeth Glore Plank. He labored as a carpenter and was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Mr. Plank is survived by his son, Jeff Plank of Adams; daughters, Sherri Davis, Sheila (Robert) Rish and Shanon Haskins, all of Hendersonville; sister, Marcy (Lynn) Jones of Greenbrier; mom of his youngsters, Nancy Tucker of Hendersonville; and grandchildren, Amanda Brown, Stephen Osborne, Dustin Wyatt, Kelsey Rish, Dalton Clinard, Wyatt Plank, Cheyenne Plank and Shelby Plank.
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Obituary for Annie Turner Crabtree
Annie Turner Crabtree, age 88, of Greenbrier, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, April 19, 2020 whereas at house. She was surrounded by her household throughout her closing moments. Annie was born on Could 7, 1931 in Smith County and was the daughter of the late Man and Ethel Bellar. She was an lively member of Bethel Baptist Church. Annie was identified for her warm-hearted spirit, selfless loving nature, and being a tough employee all through her life. Her ardour was stitching, studying, gardening, attending Sunday College and most significantly her time spent together with her household. Annie had many life-long mates, too quite a few to call. The household appreciates each one for the playing cards and visits throughout her prolonged sickness.
Along with her mother and father, she was preceded in demise by her husband, Robert Lee Crabtree in addition to her brothers, Charles Bellar, John R. Bellar, Tommy Bellar; sisters, Myrtle Ayers, Elizabeth Reid and Lou Bryant.
She is survived by her siblings, William (Nancy) Beller, Claude (Nancy) Bellar; youngsters, Harold (Debra) Crabtree, Bee (Dennis) Williams, Mark Crabtree, Bradley (Denise) Crabtree, Eric Crabtree; 13 grandchildren and eight greatl-grandchildren.
Annie will probably be laid to relaxation alongside her husband at Bethel Cemetery, the place a non-public household graveside service will probably be held with Bro. Brandon Pugh officiating.
Pallbearers will probably be Lee Crabtree, Ben Williams, Daniel Williams, Robert Crabtree, Preston Crabtree and Nathan Miller.
In lieu of flowers, contributions could also be made to Consolation Care Hospice, 471 Northcrest Dr., Springfield, TN 37172.
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Obituary for David Ernest Vaughn
David Ernest Vaughn, age 64, of Madison, Tn. handed away on Friday, April 17, 2020.
He was a caring husband and father who labored exhausting to offer for his household. He beloved his grandchildren and the outside.
He’s survived by the love of his life, his spouse of 45 years, Debra Vaughn; his sons, Chris (Melissa) Vaughn and Daniel (Mary) Vaughn; his grandchildren, Colton, Chloe, Brannon and MacKenzie Vaughn.
It was David’s request that memorial contributions be made to St. Jude’s Kids’s Hospital.
No companies are deliberate at the moment.
The household has entrusted companies to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Highway, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Patricia Ann Hunt
Patricia Ann Hunt, age 61, Bethpage, TN handed away Thursday, April 16, 2020 at Sumner Regional Hospital. She was born November 7, 1958 in Nashville, TN the daughter of Joseph Dewey Sain, Jr. and Esther Elizabeth Atwood.
She was preceded in demise by her father Joseph Sain, Jr. and sister, Toni Barnes.
A Celebration of her life will probably be held at a later date.
Patricia beloved being outdoor, tenting and caving. She was a real animal lover and particularly beloved horses and canine. She was her ‘personal individual’ and at all times made the perfect of what she had.
She is survived by son, Jayme Hunt and his spouse Amy, Hendersonville, TN; daughter, Lanee’ Hunt, Manchester, TN; mom, Esther Elizabeth Brown; sister, Vicki Ernser; 5 grandchildren, Danny Sewell, Jr., Tiffani Sewell, Ryan Hunt, Rolley Hunt & Easton Corridor.
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Obituary for Dorothy Williams Gourley
Dorothy Williams Gourley, age 91, of Hendersonville, TN handed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020.
She was born on April 24, 1928 to the late Will and Florence Williams in Trousdale County. Since 1959, she had been a resident of Hendersonville. She was a loving homemaker who by no means stopped caring for her youngsters.
Along with her mother and father, she is preceded in demise by a number of siblings. She is survived by her youngsters, Tony (Jonna) Gourley, Todd (Chee Chee) Gourley, and Debbie (Dave) Farmer; siblings, Robbie Vance and Tootie Edwards; grandchildren, Mitchell (Brittany) Gourley and Heather (Brandon) Kelly; and great-grandchildren, Donavon and Hannah Presley.
Personal visitation was held earlier than a Graveside Service at Hendersonville Reminiscence Gardens on Friday, April 17 at 11:00 a.m. with Merrol Hyde officiating and household and mates serving as pallbearers.
Memorial contributions could also be made to the 100 Membership of Sumner County.
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The household has entrusted companies to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Highway, Hendersonville, TN
Obituary for Linda Dyer
Linda Marie Dyer, age 43 of Nice View, Tennessee died Wednesday, April 15, 2020 from accidents sustained in an car accident.
Her stays will probably be cremated and no companies are deliberate at the moment.
Linda was born on April 11, 1977 in Cleveland, Ohio to Sandy Maranville Loiacano and the late Sal Loiacano. She was employed at White Home Dental and beloved procuring, Disney World, and the seashore. Linda was particularly keen on her purses. She was a member of Battle Creek Baptist Church.
Along with her mom,she is survived by her husband, Scott Dyer; daughter, Keely Dyer; sister, Theresa (Brad) Cressman; niece, Libby Wallace; mother-in-law, Carol Dyer; and sister-in-law, Lori Dyer.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Nice View is answerable for these preparations. 6316 Freeway 41A, Nice View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for John William Black
John William Black, 82, of Gallatin, TN handed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020.
He was a member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. He beloved his church and visiting together with his household. He was a resolved man.
John was preceded in demise by his mother and father, John W. Black, Sr. and Katherine Trotter; brothers, James Payments and Andrew Payments. He’s survived by his daughter, Christine Black and brother, Maxie Trotter.
No companies are deliberate at the moment.
The household has entrusted companies to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Highway, Hendersonville, TN.
Preparations for Joseph Willie “Jt” Wilkerson
Joseph Willie Wilkerson, III “JT” was born June 7, 1985 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Joseph Willie Wilkerson, II and the late Shelia J. Collier. “JT” gained his wings April 19, 2020.
“JT” professed a hope in Christ at an early age and attended Beards Chapel with Pastor Randy Taylor, First Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Johnson, and just lately Lighthouse Baptist Church with Pastor Land Stapleton in Springfield. Tennessee.
“JT” was beloved by all and he by no means met a stranger. “JT” was identified to have the most important coronary heart of gold. He was at all times prepared to assist anybody at anytime. His current supervisor, Emily, with no hesitation admitted that “JT” was by far the perfect worker “ever.” These closest to him, Margie Sharkley and Household knew “JT” to be a companion, a brother, an uncle, an excellent pal and a sort loving soul.
Along with his Mother and Father, “JT” was additionally preceded in demise by his brothers, Percell Murray, Kenneth and Ken Collier.
He leaves to cherish his recollections: loving companion, Margie Scharkley; brothers, Bryan Murray, John and Leon Collier; little brother, Lamarion Ashley; sister, J Rose (Jonika) Burns; stepfather, Kenneth (Rayboone) Collier; nieces, Shatayla and Zipporah Murray; nephew, Martavion Murray; greatest mates, James Chatman and Jordan Lunsford, and a number of prolonged and different relations and mates.
Personal companies resulting from COVID-19 had been held Friday, April 24, 2020 with Elder James Traughber, eulogy with non-public interment in Restlawn Memorial Backyard.
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Obituary for Goldie Driscoll
Goldie Mae Driscoll, age 91, of Springfield, Tennessee, died Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at NorthCrest Medical Middle.
A non-public household graveside service was held on Saturday, April 18, at Beth Haven Memorial Gardens in Louisville, Kentucky, together with her son-in-law, Pastor David Value officiating. Her grandsons served as pallbearers.
Mrs. Driscoll was born on Could 1, 1928, in Corbin, Kentucky, to the late Thomas Dodd and Ava Thurston Dodd Roberts. She was a homemaker and a really trustworthy member at Windfall Baptist Church. A ministry of hers was visiting nursing properties for her church in Louisville.
Along with her mother and father, she is preceded in demise by her husband, Edgar M. Driscoll; and brothers, Invoice Roberts and Jerry Roberts.
Mrs. Driscoll is survived by a son, James E. Driscoll; daughters, Patricia A. Grider, Brenda Scott (Michael) Akins, and Frances (Pastor David) Value; a brother, Thomas R. Roberts; twelve grandchildren, and 33 great-grandchildren.
In that case desired the household requests memorial contributions be made in her honor to Gideons Worldwide.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Nice View is answerable for native preparations. 6316 Freeway 41A, Nice View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Clara Grace Holland
Clara Grace Holland, age 94 of Springfield, TN died Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Springfield Heights.
A non-public household graveside service was held on Friday April 17, 2020 in Springfield Memorial Gardens. Serving as honorary pallbearers had been Ricky Balthrop, Samuel Balthrop, Robert French, Bob Ralph, Forrest Holland and Butch Duke.
Grace was born September 28, 1925 in Robertson, Co. TN to the late Simon and Nora Henson Bursby. Her husband, Thomas Mourie Holland additionally preceded her in demise. She was a member of Springfield Baptist Church and was a retired dental hygienist.
Surviving her are her son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Celeste Holland of Springfield; nephews, Ricky (Lee) Balthrop of Springfield, Forrest (Marilyn) Holland of Portland, TN, Butch (Becky) Duke of Gallatin, TN; nieces, Ann Fentress of Joelton, TN, Nellie Simpkins of Ashland Metropolis, TN, Martha Ralph of Springfield, Mary Bass of Loxahatchee, FL and a number of other nice nephews and nieces.
The household needs to offer a particular because of her Springfield Heights “household” for the eight years of care and devotion that was proven Grace.
If contemplating memorials in reminiscence of the Grace, the household suggests Springfield Baptist Church or Springfield First Presbyterian Church. All donations could also be despatched in care of Robertson County Funeral Residence
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Obituary for Virginia Louise Mitchell Traylor Sneed
Virginia Louise Mitchell Traylor Sneed was born on March 5, 1942, in Montgomery County to the late William Royster and Frances Beatrice Mitchell Traylor. This union was additionally blessed with Virginia’s beloved older brother, Donald Wayne Traylor. The fantastic basis set forth by her mother and father outfitted her for a wealthy and fulfilling life. Virginia went to be with the Lord on Sunday April 12, 2020 at 78 years of age.
Virginia graduated from Jo Byrns Excessive College. She was a tough employee and was employed by Springfield Medical Middle 16 years and served as Robertson County’s district supervisor of the Nashville Banner and Tennessean for 28 years. She was a fun-loving one that loved being round individuals, gathering tales and having fun with her highschool yr recollections. She was saved after which baptized at an early age having professed her religion in Christ.
Virginia was often known as Nanaw to quite a few youngsters she saved throughout her retirement years and later was an worker of Residence Items. On this capability she made many particular recollections and touched many hearts for the Lord. She additionally was care taker for her ex-husband’s grandmother, her mom, and ex-husband over a number of years’ time with love and compassion.
Virginia was an lively member of Middle Level Baptist Church, in Hendersonville, the place she served on the kitchen occasion committee in addition to having fun with her membership within the Melting Pot life group and Pleased Hearts for seniors. She particularly loved her participation within the church Golden Women group of fellow senior feminine members. Virginia additionally discovered time for involvement within the Hendersonville Residents’ Police Academy the place she helped honor officers and loved big pitch-ins and particular gatherings and fund raisers.
She beloved any type of journey! Simply in 2016, she was seen taking place the enormous slide twice on a enjoyable cruise together with her daughter and two granddaughters! What a vivacious and Godly-spirited girl she was. She beloved God a lot that she reached out to the birds and deer by feeding them in her again woods proper close to her door entrance. She would wake us as much as come rapidly; see the deer or cardinal! She displayed a wide range of green-thumb works and easily beloved the dawn and sunsets of her life or simply taking a leisurely drive to watch the surroundings of God’s lovely creations.
Each morning, she would learn the Bible or reserve it for night time studying. Her Bibles had been by no means too distant. She put loads of effort into maintaining with all household and mates…plus, she didn’t thoughts sharing her information on such issues with the kids and grandkids. She was all about God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, household, church, mates, a tidy house and placing in an trustworthy days’ value of labor. She beloved all individuals and helped the drained, lonely, sick, bereaved, shut-in, and veterans usually through prayer and monetary help.
Virginia will probably be sincerely missed. She leaves to cherish her reminiscence two daughters, Karen Darlene Sneed Swilik of Indianapolis, IN, Leslie Dianne Sneed Herring (Darryl) of Hendersonville, her brother: Donald Wayne Traylor (Louise) of Lafayette, her niece: Angela Traylor Marshall, her nephew: Greg Traylor; her beloved grandchildren: Jennifer Marie Swilik (Adam Schafer), Kathleen Dianne Swilik (Alex Marret), Michael William Swilik, Nicholas Joseph Valdez and Zachary Evan Valdez, and god-grandson, Austin Cramer. Her different nieces and nephews embody: Susan Sneed Gregory (Toby), Pat Sneed Vantress (Wayne), Bob Sneed, Martha Sneed Dodd, Sherry Sneed Bollinger, Libby Sneed Burton, Terri Sneed Reid, Bryan Sneed, and Clay Sneed.
She was laid to relaxation alongside her lifelong greatest pal and ex-husband and father of her youngsters, Frank Avril Sneed, at Springfield Memorial Gardens on Friday April 17, 2020. Let’s put our tales collectively and stay up for a celebration of Virginia’s life, to be held someday in December of this yr.
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Obituary for Lee Melvin Scharklet
Drive by Visitation for Melvin “Massive M” Scharklet was held Friday, April 10, 2020 from 4pm to 7pm at East Robertson Excessive College
In mild of the COVID-19 state of affairs, a drive by visitation was held for Massive M. Rapid household had been current, socially distanced in fact.
Everybody else was requested to STAY IN THEIR VEHICLE and easily drive by, give a shout out, honk their horn, and many others. in the event that they wished. This gave all an opportunity to pay their respects to a person who beloved his group a lot.
Household Funeral Procession
On Saturday April eleventh the funeral procession rolled by the highschool parking zone between 10:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. for a closing farewell in path to the cemetery. Everybody current was requested to wave farewell, to please keep of their car and social distance.
Memorial Scholarship Fund
For these wanting to honor Massive M’s reminiscence, the household will probably be organising a particular scholarship fund in order that his life will proceed to be mirrored within the lifetime of others by schooling. Please reserve giving these memorial items till the scholarship is established, at which period data will probably be launched by his household and thru East Robertson Excessive College
Lee Melvin Henry “Massive M” Scharklet was born into this world on November 16, 1955 to the late Melvin Lee Henry and the late Eva Mae Scharklet. He was educated within the Robertson County College system. Melvin was a member and Steward of Second Grove CME church the place he served faithfully. His working profession started with Western Electrical Phone Firm, now AT&T, and later moved to St. Thomas Midtown Hospital working in laptop companies.
Being the pleased and joyful baby he was, and thru his love of dancing, Melvin danced his manner into the hearts of all he encountered incomes him the childhood nickname “Jitty Bug”. He was a individuals individual from day one and by no means met a stranger. Melvin developed many lifelong mates whereas attending Krisle College and have become a very fashionable determine as he moved on to East Robertson Excessive College, the place he picked up the nickname “Massive M”. Upon commencement within the Class of 1973, Massive M grew to become more and more lively locally, teaching little league soccer, serving as president of the ERHS Booster Membership, and being instrumental within the constructing of the soccer complicated in addition to enhancing the event of different areas for the coed athletes.
Though Melvin strived for the betterment of all scholar athletes, his ardour was basketball. For over 40 years he served as assistant basketball coach for East Robertson Boys Basketball program. On January 24, 2020, he was the primary individual to be inducted into the East Robertson Excessive College Athletic Corridor of Fame, an honor that was effectively deserved and that he humbly appreciated. For a few years basketball gamers had been excited to listen to him introduce them as they took the ground with the flare and pizzazz solely he possessed.
On Monday, April 6, 2020, Melvin heard his title referred to as for his closing sport, and he answered. He leaves to cherish fond recollections his devoted spouse Angel Scharklet, loving daughters Kelly and Candice Scharklet; God-mothers Anna Chatman and Sarah Johnson; Mom-in-law Evelyn (Cleophus) Payne; Sister-in-laws Retina Pierce and Lenor (Robert) Value; and Brother-in-laws Henry (Veatrice) Foster and Michael (Laine) Sweatt. Aunts and Uncles Marie Scharklet, Bertha Henry, Cecil (Angela) Henry, and Jessie Henry. He additionally leaves sons, too quite a few to call, being the numerous younger males he beloved and mentored as Assistant Coach; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and lots of shut and loving mates.
A non-public graveside service was held Saturday with the Reverend Daryl Ballard presiding and Reverend Robert E. Bell eulogizing. Pallbearers had been Terry Allen Groves, Taylor Groves, Neil Murphy, Jimbo Vaughn, Kurt Caton, and LaBronce Dalton. Honorary pallbearers had been Tony Austin, David Collie, Raymond Gatewood, Rev. Robert E. Bell, Tommy Davenport, Willie Pressure, Jerry Taylor, Wayne Jones, and Rev. Ricky Blakemore.
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Obituary for Larry “Pops” Carl Williams
Larry “Pops” Carl Williams, age 71 of Greenbrier handed away Monday, April thirteenth at his residence.
A drive by Memorial was held from 6:30 to 7:30 Friday night on the Greenbrier Excessive College Softball Subject. A non-public household graveside service was held Saturday at Bethlehem Cemetery.
He was born in Nashville, TN on February 22, 1949 to the late Roy Carl and Peggy Value Williams.
He was retired from the Nashville Fireplace Division with 33 years of service and was an assistant AG Trainer at Greenbrier Excessive College and a farmer. His most up-to-date job was teaching the Greenbrier Excessive College softball workforce for 18 years having taken them to the State Championship title in 2003 and runner-up in State Championship sport in 2014. He was an Military Paratrooper throughout the Viet Nam Warfare.
He’s survived by his spouse, Helen Riddle Williams; son, Brian Scott (Elizabeth) Williams; daughters, Julie Lynn (Paul) Merrill, Carla Samantha (Marty) Head; brothers, George “Bubba” (Martha) Williams, Tommy (Tammy) Williams; sister, Carole (Clay) Harrell; grandchildren, Alex Merrill, Austin Merrill, Tori Head, Kelsee Williams, Blaine Head, Zoe Merrill, Hayden Head, Lyla Head, Child Williams; great-grandchildren, Sofia Merrill, Paislee Younger, Madilynn Beck; devoted pal, Julie Head.
Pallbearers will probably be Scott Williams, Marty Head, Paul Merrill, Lon Roach, William Head and Nick Bolton.
Honorary pallbearers will probably be George “Bubba” Williams and Tommy Williams.
In lieu of flowers, contributions could also be made to the Greenbrier Excessive College Softball Program.
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Obituary for Philip Jenkins
Philip Gene Jenkins, age 65, of Adams, handed away Monday, April 13, 2020 at Vanderbilt Medical Middle in Nashville.
A non-public graveside service was held Thursday, April 15, 2020 within the Bellwood Cemetery with Dr. Tommy Crunk and Brother Tom Payne officiating. Burial adopted with Colin Campbell, Trey Mollihan, Isaiah Tuttle, David Roses, Glenn Tuttle, Don Jenkins, Edward Tilley and Gary Jenkins serving as pallbearers. No visitation was held previous to the graveside service.
Mr. Jenkins was born March 31, 1955 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky to the late Mr. Billy Jean Jenkins and Mrs. Adelle Church Jenkins of Adams. He was a farmer and member of the Stroudsville Church of Christ.
Along with his father Mr. Jenkins is preceded in demise by his son, Gilbert Jenkins.
Along with his mom Mr. Jenkins is survived by his spouse, Clara Vaughan Jenkins; daughters, Tina (Glenn) Tuttle of Portland and Charlotte Jones of Adams; brother, Don (Gail) Jenkins of Cedar Hill; grandchildren, Erika, Hope, Michelle, Trey, Lelia, Brayden, Isaiah and Elizabeth; and great-grandchildren, Paisley and Luka.
In that case desired memorial contributions could also be made to the Philip Jenkins Memorial Fund. Any donations could also be despatched in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Springfield is answerable for these preparations.
Obituary for Edna Bennett
Edna Jo Crowder Bennett, age 91, of Hendersonville, handed away Sunday, April 12, 2020 in her house at Crimson Cedar Glen.
A Memorial Service will probably be held at a later date.
Mrs. Bennett was born April 17, 1928 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Mr. and Mrs. Crowder. She labored because the Supervisor at an residence complicated and was a member of the Cross Plains Church of Christ. Mrs. Bennett beloved fishing, taking part in Bingo, gardening and dealing in her flower gardens.
Along with her mother and father Mrs. Bennett is preceded in demise by her husband, Billy Bennett, her son, Thomas Michael Gunter and her daughter, Pamela Jo Bridge.
Mrs. Bennett is survived by her granddaughters, Lindsey (Brad) Suddarth and Mary Nicole Gunter, each of Hendersonville; and her great-grandchildren, Taylor, Tate and Beau.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Springfield is answerable for these preparations.
Obituary for Eula Elizabeth Blackford
Age 95 of White Home handed away Saturday, April 11, 2020 at Gallatin Well being Care & Rehabilitation Middle. She was born March 10, 1925 in Memphis, TN to John Calvin & Eula Weaver Harris, Jr. She graduated from East Excessive College and later acquired her Bachelor’s Diploma in Nursing from the College of Tennessee Knoxville. She labored as a important care nurse at Nashville Memorial Hospital earlier than her retirement and in addition taught nursing on the Robertson County Vocational College. She taught Artwork Classes and alongside together with her husband, gave clogging classes. Mrs. Blackford was of the Catholic religion.
She is preceded in demise by her mother and father; husband, Andrew Milton Blackford, Jr.; grandchildren, Andrew Blackford and Emily Blackford; brother, Jimmy Harris; sister, Pat Ellis. She is survived by her 3 sons, Jeff (Kim) Blackford, White Home, TN, Milton (Wanda) Blackford, Spring Hill, TN and Joel (Angela) Blackford, Greenbrier, TN; quite a few grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A non-public graveside service and interment was held Tuesday, April 14, 2020 in White Home Memorial Gardens with Jeff Blackford, Milton Blackford, Joel Blackford, Caden Blackford, Davis Blackford and Mark Blackford serving as pallbearers.
No public visitation was scheduled.
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Stays relaxation at Austin & Bell Funeral Residence 533 Freeway 76 White Home, TN 37188
Obituary for Patricia Joan Kennerly
Patricia J. Kennerly of Hendersonville, TN, previously of Victoria, TX, was referred to as house to be together with her Lord and Savior on Saturday morning, April 11,2020.
Mama, Sister, Aunt Patty, Nanny, Pat, as she was identified and beloved by many, was born in Pittsburgh, PA on December 24, 1931 to Eugene C. and Helen R Gillespie.
Patty spent her youthful days in Pittsburgh, Kansas, Luling, San Antonio earlier than the oilfield settled the Gillespie household in Alice, Texas. She graduated from Alice Excessive College in 1948 on the age of 16 of which she at all times thought of it the Dobie Gillis Period, stating that “It’s a disgrace scholar’s at this time won’t ever know that comforting peace.” She entered Incarnate Phrase in San Antonio to review nursing, however put her profession on maintain to marry her husband, James S. Kennerly, on Feb 2, 1951 in California, earlier than he was deployed to Korea.
The couple returned to South Texas to start out and lift her pleasure and pleasure. Seven youngsters in tow, usually wishing for a swivel belt round her waist with leashes and a drain in the midst of the ground, she in some way managed to get pleasure from mates, household, taking part in Canasta, Rook, being a substitute instructor, Den mom, main the church choir, and even discovered herself instructing kindergarten at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Freer.
In 1967, the household moved to Alice in order that she might pursue her ardour within the medical discipline, by no means letting the kids know that they had been poor. She spent the subsequent 10 years working as an X-ray technician at Alice P&S Hospital. The household thrived and he or she saved working. Patty labored 35 years in numerous positions such because the Federal Applications Bookkeeper at Alice I.S.D. and because the Assistant Supervisor for Alice Lecturers Federal Credit score Union. In 1988, on the age of 56 she went again to school and obtained her Associates Diploma from Victoria Faculty. She then pursued and obtained her Medical Transcription Certification from Texas Vocational Colleges. She labored as a medical transcriptionist in each Victoria and Edna and spent a while dwelling in California earlier than shifting to Nashville the place she remained working as a transcriptionist at Centennial Medical Middle till retiring. She served as President of the Harris County Medical Society Alliance and was actively concerned with the Texas Medical Affiliation Alliance, the American Affiliation Alliance and the Museum of Medical Science.
She traveled some, as time allowed, however spent most of her time simply having fun with household, performs, and concert events, particularly if it concerned her youngsters or grandchildren. Her energy was in her love of her religion and belief in God. Her pleasure and pleasure had been her household. She gave all that she had, giving her youngsters life, a childhood, a house, they usually by no means went with out, even when she did. She opened her door and coronary heart to everybody. She was identified for taking in strays, each individuals and animals, and he or she would at all times make it possible for others had been taken care of earlier than herself.
So, Mama, in your phrases “I like you all the times!” “Good Evening, I like you, and say your prayers.” You might be house now. Relaxation in Peace.
Patty was preceded in demise by her mother and father; Eugene C and Helen R Gillespie of Alice, TX; sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and (Invoice ) Huber of Dublin, TX; brother-in-law, Frank Arnone of Chandler, TX; and brother-in-law, Alan Garrison of Chandler, TX.
Patty is survived by her brother, Eugene C (Josephine) Gillespie of Brentwood, TN; sister, Melodie Garrison of Chandler, TX; sister, Dodie Arnone of Chandler, TX; sister, Marilyn (Ron) Mirabella of Chandler, TX; sons: James A (Theresa) Kennerly of Chandler, TX; Mark L (Nancy) Kennerly of Charlotte, TX; John R Kennerly, (Jim White) of Hermitage, TN; daughters, Theresa J (Bubba) Whitt of Victoria, TX, Roxanne Carreon of Hendersonville, TN, Melissa A (Charles) Krumsiek of Piedmont, OK, Georgia L Kennerly-Lale of Victoria, TX; Grandchildren, Katy Beth Kennerly, Cody Kennerly, Christy (Clint) Hindes, Ryan Kennerly, Hoss (Shawn) Whitt, Laura (Eric) Brown, Thomas (Gina) Whitt, Ryan (Brenna) Carreon, Liam Carreon, Ian Carreon, Christen Krumsiek, Probability Krumsiek, Jacklyn (Thomas) Depine, Bailee Kennerly; great-grandchildren, Mason Kennerly, Callie Anna Kennerly, Kirsten Whitt, Jesse Whitt, Hunter Luke, Tanner Luke, Morgan Luke, Kacey Whitt, John Alex Whitt, Samara Whitt, Cort Hindes, Cali Hindes, Jack Kennerly, Sam Kennerly, Layton Depine, Pacer Depine, and Briggs Depine.
Funeral Preparations are incomplete at the moment however will probably be held at Grace Funeral Residence in Victoria, TX with a non-public graveside service. Serving as pallbearers are Hoss Whitt, Thomas Whitt, Liam Carreon, amongst different family and friends. A memorial service will probably be held at a later date.
The household has entrusted companies to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Highway, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Phillip Sam Younger
Phillip Sam Younger, age 66, of Hendersonville, TN handed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020.
He was a quiet loving man. He had a very good humorousness, was very opinionated, and beloved information. He additionally beloved his daughter, grandchildren, and his greatest pal, Woody Cade.
He’s survived by his mother and father, Sam and Dolores Younger; daughter, Rachel Younger; siblings, Tim and Hope younger; and grandchildren, Alexxis Gundlach, Kameron Gobbell, and Jaxston Jones.
His household acquired mates for visitation on Wednesday, April 15 from 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. at Austin & Bell Hendersonville.
Memorial contributions could also be made to the Parkinson’s Basis.
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The household has entrusted companies to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Highway, Hendersonville, TN.
Obituary for Lavina Jones
Lavina Lynn Jones, age 100 handed away Friday, April 10, 2020 on the Waters of Robertson in Springfield, TN.
Her stays had been cremated and buried by her husband in Sheridan, KY.
She was born December 19, 1919 in Sheridan, KY to the late Ollie and Della Gerding Lynn. She was additionally preceded in demise by her husband, Charles R. Jones, Jr., son, Keith Jones and a couple of siblings.
She was a homemaker and beloved her household.
She is survived by her son, Charles R. (Carolyn) Jones.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Springfield is answerable for these preparations.
Obituary for Ann O’Geal Mayes
Ann O’Geal Mayes, age 75 of Ridgetop handed away Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Skyline Medical Middle.
A non-public household graveside service was held Tuesday, April 14th.
A public memorial service will probably be held at Highland Chapel Union Church at a later date.
Ann was born February 27, 1945 in Ridgetop, TN to the late James Carney and Laura O’Geal Palmer Mayes. She loved spending time together with her grandchildren, working outdoor and her animals. She was a Greeter at Austin & Bell Funeral Residence Greenbrier and a member of Highland Chapel Union Church.
She is survived by sons, Troy James (Penny Whitham) Kaukas, Rob (Jenny) Kaukas, Jr., Walter William (Carrie) Kaukas, Sr.; brother, Invoice Carney (Joyce) Mayes; sister, Nancy Mayes (Paul) Curcillo; grandchildren, William James Kaukas, Walter William Kaukas, Jr, Abigale Mae Kaukas, Aubrey Ann Kaukas; great-grandchildren, Braden Clay, Brodie White, Allie White, Kip White; final however not least her two favourite companions, Clint and Sugar.
Honorary pallbearers will probably be Craig Ellison, Scott Ellison, Michael O”Kain, Cale Strother, Clay Strother, B.J.Towery, Jeff Lampley and Cliff Ramsey.
In lieu of flowers, contributions could also be made to Highland Chapel Union Church.
Preparations entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Residence, 2619 Freeway 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.
Obituary for Chonoliah Larose
Mrs. Chonoliah Hinkle Larose, age 95, of Springfield, handed away Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at her house at Springfield Heights.
A non-public graveside service was held Monday, April 13, 2020 within the Mt. Sharon Cemetery with Brother Tim Harris officiating. Burial adopted with household and mates serving as pallbearers.
No visitation was held previous to the graveside service.
Mrs. Larose was born November 23, 1924 in Springfield to the late William B. and Ella Mae Clinard Hinkle. She was a 1942 graduate of Coopertown Excessive College and was a member of the Mt. Sharon Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She was additionally the proprietor and operator of a furnishings retailer in Florida whereas dwelling there. She beloved to learn, procuring, and going out to eat.
Along with her mother and father Mrs. Larose is preceded in demise by her husband, Lionel Larose and her brother, William “Cat” Hinkle, Sr. She is survived by her niece, Diane Hinkle Johnson of Springfield; nephews, William Hinkle, Jr. and Jeff Hinkle, each of Springfield; particular pal, Mary Choate of Greenbrier; and her granddaughter, Tina (Phillip) Crigger.
In lieu of flowers the household requests that memorial contributions be made to Mt. Sharon Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Any donations could also be despatched in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Residence in Springfield is answerable for these preparations.
