Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
William Horn
Sep 6, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - William Glenn Horn, 82, of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on May 1, 1943, in Williamson, West Virginia, William led a life defined by service, ambition, and hard work.
At the age of 17, William answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S....
Opal Lee Burris
Sep 6, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Opal Lee Burris passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025 at her home in Cookeville. A lifelong resident of Putnam County, she was born on November 20, 1928 to Pleasant and Effie Horner.Opal was a graduate of the Algood High School Class of 1948. She served as Putnam County Register of Deeds from 1986 until her retirement in...
Asher Hayes Bolton
Sep 4, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Asher Hayes Bolton was born on Thursday September 4, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, where he also peacefully departed from this world on the same day, and went to be with Jesus for eternity. Although his time with us was brief, the light he brought into the lives of his family is immeasurable.
Asher was the cherished...
Robbie Warden Loftis
Sep 4, 2025
Robbie Sue Warden Loftis passed away on Thursday September 4, 2025, in Hendersonville, TN, at the age of 94. Born on May 12, 1931, in Jackson County, TN, Robbie was a proud embodiment of independence, a strong-willed woman affectionately described as a "sassy Saddie."
Robbie began her work career at Automatic Electric, and for 20 years at Western Electric, where she...
Jo Ann Martin
Sep 3, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Jo Ann Martin, a beloved member of the Baxter community, passed away peacefully at her home in Baxter, Tennessee, on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on Wednesday, April 10, 1946, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Jo Ann was known for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering support for her family and friends.
Jo Ann dedicated 36 years of...
Cheryl Ann DeVore
Sep 2, 2025
DYER CHAPEL - Cheryl Ann Bryant DeVore, beloved caregiver and cherished family member, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at her residence. Born in Kokomo, Indiana, on Sunday, September 25, 1955, Cheryl's life was marked by a deep commitment to her family, her profession, as well as her friends.
Cheryl dedicated herself to the field of respiratory therapy, beginning...
Jack Alan Rice
Sep 1, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jackie Alan Rice, born on December 2, 1958, in Cookeville, TN. He passed away at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Monday September 1, 2025, at the age of 66. He was a beloved son, husband, father, grandpa, brother, nephew, uncle, and friend. Jack was one of the "good guys". He was kind...
John "Jack" Zimmerman, Jr.
Aug 30, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - John (Jack) Zimmerman, Jr., of Cookeville, Tennessee, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his children on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 88. He exemplified friendliness, a strong work ethic, and thoughtful mentorship. He was characterized by the many ways he cared for his family and how he lived out his Christian faith...
Danny Eugene Hargis
Aug 30, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Danny Eugene Hargis, a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on Saturday August 30, 2025, at the Livingston Regional Medical Center. Born October 2, 1959, Monterey, Tennessee, Danny embraced the joys of life with a spirit known for its humor and warmth. Those who had the pleasure of knowing him will remember his ability to...
Leah Oatsvall
Aug 29, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Leah Wynn Oatsvall passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on October 5, 1969, in Jackson, Tennessee, Leah touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
A graduate of Adamsville High School, Leah furthered her education by earning a bachelor's degree from Memphis State...
Ronald Allen Baker
Aug 27, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Ronald Allen Baker, age 61, of Cookeville, TN passed away Wednesday August 27, 2025. Born on April 13,1964 in Hamilton, Ohio to parents Robert and Evelyn Baker, Ron was known for his creativity, unwavering kindness, community involvement and dedication to family. He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1982 and Miami University in 1988 with a Bachelor...
Malcolm Lafever
Aug 27, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Malcolm Lafever, age 83, of Putnam County, passed peacefully at Cookeville Regional Medical Center on Wednesday August 27, 2025. Malcolm was born November 13, 1941 to the late Toy Lafever and Octa Morris Lafever. He was raised on a dairy farm, served three years in the US Army then worked for and later retired from Fleetguard after 30 years...
Adele Cherry Birdwell
Aug 27, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - With deep sorrow we announce the passing of Adele Cherry Birdwell, who passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 surrounded by her daughters.
Adele Cherry Birdwell was born January 23, 1927 in Clay County, TN. Her parents were Orville and Ethel Cherry.
On July 5, 1944 she married Herod Birdwell, Jr. who passed away on...
TJ Bennett
Aug 27, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Reverend TJ Bennett, age 92, of Silver Point, TN, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
TJ was a sharecropper's son. He was born July 4, 1933 in Putnam County, TN to the late Toy H. Bennett and Odell Herron Bennett.
He was a country boy preacher who first starting preaching when he was about 7 years old....
Glenda Faye Burgess
Aug 25, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Glenda Faye Burgess,78 of Baxter, was born on February 3, 1947, in Jackson County, TN, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville. A devoted member of her community, Glenda had a rich career, serving as the Baxter City Recorder for 16 years and retired from Averitt Express.
Glenda was a proud graduate...
Patsy Cobb
Aug 22, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Patricia Lea Cobb, age 77 of Cookeville, passed away Friday morning, August 22, 2025. She was born April 10, 1948 in Lebanon, TN to the late James Wesley Lee and Ruth Hankins Lea, and was the wife of Ronnie Cobb, a Church of Christ minister. She attended the congregations where Ronnie preached, presently at Wirmingham Church of...
Shirley Vaden
Aug 21, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Shirley Ann Vaden, previously from Cookeville, died on Thursday, August 21st at the NHC nursing home in Johnson City and is on her way to her eternal home. Shirley was born on February 27, 1936, in White County. She was the daughter of Charlie and Velma Odell Hunter Lamb. In addition to her parents, she is preceded...
Ava Sue Pifer
Aug 20, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Ava Sue Pifer, a beloved member of the Cookeville community, peacefully passed away at her home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on May 27, 1944, in Cookeville, Tennessee, she exemplified warmth, creativity, and an unwavering dedication to God and her family and passions throughout her life.
Sue’s career spanned her time as a dedicated...
Richard Jonathan Gerfen
Aug 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL -Richard Jonathan Gerfen, (February 24, 1975 – August 19, 2025) To know Jon was to love him. He had a way of making every person - especially children - feel seen, valued, and loved. Jon's compassion and generosity extended to everyone. He checked in, showed up, and he poured out love in ways both big and small and...
Reba May Thomas
Aug 17, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Reba May Thomas, born on September 15, 1976, in Cookeville, TN, passed away on Sunday August 17, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Reba will be remembered as a devoted mother, a loving daughter, and a beloved sister whose life was a testament to selflessness and unconditional love.
Reba devoted her life to ensuring that her children, Alyssa...
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