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Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Michael Mullins
Apr 6, 2025
Michael Mullins, age 69 of Algood, died Sunday, April 6th at Erlanger Baroness Hospital in Chattanooga.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 12th at 1:00 p.m. at the Cookeville chapel of Hooper, Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Algood Heritage Cemetery. His family will receive friends Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
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Robert Wayne Nichols
Apr 6, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL- Robert Wayne Nichols passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Services for Mr. Nichols will be conducted in the chapel of Hooper, Huddleston, Horner Funeral Home in Cookeville on Thursday, April 10 at 12 noon with Reverend Chip Hunter and Reverend Dr. Kevin Conrad officiating. Interment will follow at Crest Lawn...
Mai Smith
Apr 5, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mai Billingsley Smith, fondly referred to as "Miss Mai" was known for her nurturing spirit and classy demeanor. She was born on February 10, 1938, in Jackson County, Tennessee and passed away suddenly at her home in Cookeville on Saturday, April 5, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hospitality, and cherished memories that will endure...
Charlie Brooks
Apr 4, 2025
Charlie Brooks, aged 78, passed away peacefully at home on April 4th, 2025. He was born on July 24th, 1946 in Nashville, to Charlie Brooks Sr. And Martha Lee Brooks.
He was a proud Nashville native and was a 1964 graduate of Glencliff High School. He married Cheryl Brooks in 2009 and moved to Cookeville, TN. Charlie loved cooking, growing herbs,...
Jimmy Crabtree Jr
2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-James H. (Jimmy) Crabtree, Jr, age 74, passed away at Cookeville Regional Medical Center on February 22, 2025.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents James H. Crabtree, Sr. and Maureen Braddock Crabtree of Crossville
He is survived by his wife of 43 years Marjorie Kinnard Crabtree of Cookeville, his son Will Crabtree of Johnson City, TN, and his son...
Virgie Alice Dietz
Apr 3, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Virgie Cunningham Dietz, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville on April 3, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on July 24, 1932, in Sparta, Tennessee, she lived a life rich in experiences, dedication, and love.
Virgie was a dedicated worker whose career spanned various roles throughout her lifetime, with...
Alma Kathryn Sandberg
Mar 31, 2025
Kathryn Sandberg, age 81, passed on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
If you are reading this, then I have left this Earth to go live with my Heavenly Father. Please do not mourn my passing. I have lived a long, blessed life.
I was blessed with my wonderful husband, Murray, and four wonderful children: Cheryl, Kevin, Tim, and...
Margie Copeland
Mar 29, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Funeral services for Mrs. Margie Alice Smith Copeland, age 84 will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevens Street Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Sand Springs Cemetery. Pastors Scott Parkison and Lee Bailey will officiate.
Her family will receive friends Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Stevens Street Baptist Church.
Margie passed away peacefully...
Derrick Paul Borchardt II
Mar 28, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Derrick Paul Borchardt II, born on January 21, 2003, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, left us too soon on March 28, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident at the age of 22. A cherished individual, Derrick was known for his warm spirit and zest for life. He will be profoundly missed by...
Phil Philips
Mar 28, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-A memorial service for Mr. Renardo "Phil" Philips will be held Friday, April 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Cookeville Church of Christ (1810 N Dixie Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501). Bro. Don Blackwell will officiate.
His family will receive friends Friday, April 11th from 9:00 a.m. until service time at Cookeville Church of Christ.
Phil passed away peacefully with his wife...
Anna Louise Murphy
2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Anna Louise Murphy, born on January 30, 1955, in Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She was a beloved member of the Cookeville and Sparta community and a cornerstone of family life, leaving behind countless cherished memories.
Anna's professional journey began at Russell Stover in Cookeville, where her...
Eulah Dowlene Watts
Mar 27, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Eulah Dowlene Watts, a beloved resident of the Boma Community, was born on March 12, 1942, in the same cherished community where she would spend her life and career. Dowlene passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at the age of 83, at The Waters in Gainesboro, TN, leaving behind a rich legacy woven into the fabric of her...
Jonathan Edward Craig
2025
Jonathan Edward Craig, age 32, passed away suddenly Friday, March 21st, 2025. Jonathan, a native of Sparta Tennessee, was born in Memphis, TN on January 6, 1993. His parents relocated to Sparta when Jonathan was 3 years old, and his sister, Lauren, was 3 months old. He attended elementary and middle schools in DeKalb County and White County where his...
Sarah Frances Verble
Mar 23, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Sarah Frances Verble, a cherished homemaker and devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully at age 96, Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Signature Health Care of Putnam County. Born on September 10, 1928, in Putnam County, Sarah lived a life dedicated to her family, faith, and personal interests.
A lifelong member of Paran Church, she exemplified unwavering...
Dr. Larry Whiteaker
Mar 23, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Dr. Larry H. Whiteaker, retired professor of history at Tennessee Tech, passed away Sunday March 23, 2025 at his home in Cookeville.
Born December 25, 1946 in Putnam County, TN he was the son of the late Herman and Eva Lee Whiteaker.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Louis Whiteaker.
He is survived...
Martha Rebecca Cullens Miller
Mar 22, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Martha Rebecca Cullens Miller, known by Becky to her friends and family, was devoted to her faith, her family, her friends, and fur babies. She was born in Brownsville, TN on February 21, 1943. She was a surprise blessing to her parents Clarence Cullens and Virginia Story Cullens, who thought a child was not possible. Becky’s time on earth...
Clyde "Goad" Clemons
Mar 22, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Clyde “Goad” Clemons passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the age of 95. He was born November 24, 1929 in Silver Point, TN. He was a humble and quiet man whose life was dedicated to caring for others. He leaves behind not only family who loved him dearly, but also many friends.
He graduated from Baxter Seminary and...
Ronald Lee Bates
Mar 22, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Ronald Lee Bates, born on January 10, 1944, in Hartley, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on Saturday March 22, 2025, at his residence in Rickman, Tennessee. His legacy is deeply cherished and lovingly remembered by those who knew him.
Ron left Kentucky at an early age and moved to River Rouge, Michigan where his father had found a better...
Mitch Thomas
Mar 21, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Mitchell Glenn Thomas, a lifelong resident of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Friday March 21, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born on October 5, 1956, to Carlyn and Clara Ashburn Thomas, who preceded him in death.
Mitch graduated from Upperman High School in 1974 and went on to have a dedicated career...
Veronica Jean Helms
Mar 19, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Veronica Jean Helms, affectionately known as "Pat," passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at her home in Elmwood, Tennessee. Born on November 17, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, Veronica dedicated 25 years of her life to serving at the U.S. Corps of Engineers, showcasing her unwavering commitment and work ethic.
Veronica's passions extended beyond her career. She was an...
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