Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Frank Donald Dobyns Jr
Feb 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Frank Donald Dobyns Jr., a devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at his home in Cookeville, TN. Born on March 14, 1953, in Gary, IN. Frank lived a simple and generous life.
A Vietnam Veteran, Frank honorably served in the United States Army, where his deep sense of duty and commitment...
Denny Richardson
Feb 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Denny dedicated a significant portion of his professional life to serving as a Bunny Bread salesman, a role that was emblematic of his commitment to hard work and community engagement. Outside of his career, he was deeply invested in the life of Willow Avenue Church of Christ, where he participated in and led numerous ministries. His exemplary...
Constance "Connie" Rozelle Farris
Feb 17, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Constance (“Connie”) Rozelle Farris passed away February 17, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, on what would have been her father’s 103rd birthday.
Connie was born on Father’s Day in Cookeville, Tennessee, on June 17, 1956, to William Clay and Lena Mae Wright Farris, and was raised on their farm in Cookeville. In her youth, she helped...
Jackie Ardelle Jewett
Feb 15, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jackie Ardelle Jewett, age 72, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Signature Healthcare of Putnam County. A devoted wife and mother, Jackie dedicated over 15 years of her life to her career as a waitress at Waffle House, where she was known for her warm smile and exceptional service. Her passion for her work was...
Nell Billingsley Johnson
Feb 15, 2025
On February 15, 2025, Nell Billingsley Johnson passed away at her home in Clarksville, TN, surrounded by her loving family while under the care of AseraCare Hospice at the age of 88. Nell was known by her family as Nina and loved her role of mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She took pleasure in traveling and spoiling her family.
On September...
Jerry Allen
Feb 14, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jerry Allen was born January 8, 1951, in Cookeville, Tennessee, and he passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the age of 74.
Jerry Allen grew up on a small family farm north of Cookeville, TN the youngest, by two minutes of four children of Albert and Georgia Allen. Both parents worked away...
Charles Dow Huddleston
Feb 14, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Charles Dow "MOTOE" Huddleston, 83 was born September 30, 1941 in Los Angeles County, California, he died Friday, February 14, 2025 at his home in Buffalo Valley, TN.
He was a 1959 graduate of the last class of Baxter Seminary before becoming Upperman High School.
Dow spent much of his life working as a supervisor in the construction industry throughout Middle...
Jerry V Pistole
Feb 14, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Jerry Vesper Pistole passed away at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Friday, February 14, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born July 9, 1942, in McMinnville, Tennessee to the late Vesper and Eva Burks Pistole. He graduated from Tennessee Tech University in 1964. A proud veteran, Jerry served his country as a Navy pilot during the...
Donna Sue Robinson
Feb 13, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Donna Sue Robinson, a beloved community member and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at her home in Silver Point, Tennessee, on Thursday, February 13, 2025. She was 86. Born on June 9, 1938, in Silver Point, she devoted over 40 years to serving as the Cookeville Senior Citizens Center and later served as Director, where she was known...
Charles Edward Blair
Feb 13, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Charles Edward Blair, a beloved member of the Cookeville community and dedicated Housing Specialist for the Elderly at the Upper Cumberland Development District, passed away peacefully at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born on March 1, 1941, in Jamestown, Tennessee, and enjoyed a full life marked by...
Timmy "Big Tim" Anderson
Feb 12, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Timmy "Big Tim" Lynn Anderson, age 65, a beloved member of the Baxter community, passed away on February 12, 2025, at Highpoint Health-Riverview in Carthage, Tennessee, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 28, 1960, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Timmy dedicated his life to family, faith, and his passion for trucking.
He was a proud 1979 graduate of Upperman High...
Frank McKenney Pointer Sr.
Feb 11, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Frank McKenney Pointer Sr., a cherished member of the Nashville community, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Born on November 15, 1930, in Algood, Tennessee, Frank lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a lively spirit, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and humor.
An alumnus of the Tennessee Polytechnic Institute, now known...
Mike Norman
Feb 8, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Mike Norman, a beloved figure known for his warmth, humor, and unwavering support, was born on March 28, 1953, in Louisville, Kentucky. He spent the majority of his life sharing his laughter and love across generations, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by his family and friends.
Mike dedicated 36 years of his professional life to KABC...
Mary Ann Medlock
Feb 7, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Ann Medlock, age 83, will be held Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 11:00 am in the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Odd Fellows Cemetery. Pastor Nathan Heady and Harold Ralph Maynard will officiate.
Her family will receive friends Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and...
Thomas Harry Perry
Feb 4, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Thomas Harry Perry, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on February 4, 2025, at his residence in Cookeville, Tennessee. He was born on May 14, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to James and Clarice Perry, who preceded him in death.
Tom dedicated his professional life to beverage and grocery sales, where he was known...
Sandra Ann Shively
Feb 4, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL - Sandra Ann Shively, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday February 4, 2025, at Riverview Hospital in Carthage, TN. Born on November 12, 1943, in St. Louis, MO, Sandra's warm spirit and kind-hearted nature resonated with all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Her family was undoubtedly the center of her life. Sandra is...
Kathy Diane Bale
Feb 3, 2025
MONTEREY - Kathy Diane Bale, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, at her residence in Monterey, Tennessee. Born on August 2, 1958, Alcoa, Tennessee, Kathy spent life embodying love and generosity. She touched the hearts of many with her caring nature, earning the adoration of all who had the privilege to...
Renee Zunino
Feb 3, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Renée Zunino, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 3, 2025. Born on August 2, 1946, in Manhattan, Renée lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, puppies and cards, sharing her journey with family and friends. A quintessential New Yorker, she always told it like is and was the life of the party.
Renée...
Michael Grider
Feb 3, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Michael "MIKE" Grider, 51 was born May 10, 1973 in Cookeville and died suddenly February 3, 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
He attended Upperman High School in Baxter. He was a carpenter by trade and worked building homes in the Upper Cumberland Area with different companies.
He was preceded in death by his father, Howard Grider, brother-in-law Joe Smith, grandparents:...
Joann Maxwell Brown
Feb 3, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Beverly Joann Brown, cherished matriarch and beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully at her home in Baxter, TN, on February 3, 2025. Born on December 20, 1937, in Cookeville, TN, Beverly lived a life dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community.
Throughout her years, Joann was an integral member of the New Home Baptist Church, where she devoted her...
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