Obituaries

Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Vay Vickers, Jr.

Vay Vickers, Jr.

Apr 22, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Vay Vickers, Jr., a cherished resident of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was 94 years old. Born on August 6, 1930, in White County, Tennessee, Vay lived a life dedicated to his family, his work, and his community.

A floor specialist by trade, Vay was known...

Wilma Ruth Howell

Wilma Ruth Howell

2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Wilma Ruth Howell, born on January 9, 1933, in White County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the Health Center at Richland in Nashville, Tennessee. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication to education that touched countless lives.

Wilma graduated from Cookeville Central High School in 1952. Wilma's goal was to...

Dora Marie Carter

Dora Marie Carter

2025

DYER CHAPEL-Dora Marie Carter, born on May 25, 1932, in Colebrook, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 5, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was surrounded by the love of her family and left behind a legacy kindness and passion for music.

Marie was a devoted member of Wilhite Baptist Church, where her loving nature and considerate spirit...

Emily Kathleen Henson Ballinger

Emily Kathleen Henson Ballinger

Apr 20, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Emily Kathleen Henson Ballinger passed away suddenly Sunday evening April 20, 2025. She was born February 20, 1985 in Cookeville to Bryan and Ginny Henson.

Emily was a dedicated registered nurse for 19 years, with her most recent position at Livingston Regional Hospital. She was intelligent with exemplary communication skills which were admired by friends and colleagues.

Among her...

James Anderson Drake

James Anderson Drake

Apr 20, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - James Anderson Drake passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025. He had spent his final weeks surrounded by his loving wife, his children and their families, and many close friends. He reminisced and told the stories of his life until the end.

James was born on April 29, 1927, to the late Jesse Allen Drake and...

Charlotte Walker

Charlotte Walker

Apr 19, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Charlotte Allred Walker, went to be with our Lord on Saturday April 19, 2025, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on October 27, 1932, in the Allred Community of Overton County, Tennessee, Charlotte came from a loving family, with parents Jonathan Allred and Ova Neely Allred. She is remembered by those who knew her for her outgoing and independent spirit.

Charlotte poured...

Donald William Robertson Sr

Donald William Robertson Sr

Apr 19, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Don W. Robertson went to his heavenly home on Saturday, April 19, 2025 to be with his savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. Don was born November 15, 1933 near New Maysville in Putnam County, Indiana. He graduated from Danville High School (class of 1953) in Danville, Indiana. He also graduated from US Army Finance School in Fort...

Carol Gazlay

Carol Gazlay

Apr 18, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Carol Gene Gazlay, a beloved musician and singer, passed away on April 18, 2025, at her home in Cookeville, Tennessee, at the age of 88. Born on May 14, 1936, in Kansas City, Missouri, she devoted her life to the arts and her community, with an impressive career as a talented musician who played a variety of...

Edna Merle Clemons

Edna Merle Clemons

Apr 17, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Edna Merle (Brooks) Clemons returned to her heavenly home on April 17, 2025, at the age of 93 years 9 months.

Merle was born on July 17, 1931, in Farley (Huntsville), Alabama to Nancy Lou (Smith) and Ernest Odell Brooks, the third of the four children and the only girl born to them. Her mother died just over two years...

Richard George Miller

Richard George Miller

Apr 16, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Richard George Miller, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Wednesday evening April 16, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born on December 7, 1939, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to George Frederick Miller and Nellie Thelma Cotter, both of whom predeceased him.

Richard had a distinguished career, retiring after 33 years as a communication...

Shirley Ann Hargrove Mackie

Shirley Ann Hargrove Mackie

Apr 16, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Shirley Ann Hargrove Mackie, a beloved pillar of her family and community, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at her residence. Born on November 15, 1933, in Russellville, Kentucky, she walked the path of life with grace and compassion, blossoming into an extraordinary woman whose presence touched the hearts of many.

A shining star in her early...

Jean Carolyn Sutton

Jean Carolyn Sutton

Apr 15, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Jean C. Sutton, age 91 of Hilham, TN and formerly of Safety Harbor, FL, will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. (CDT) at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Cookeville. Fathers Gervan Menezes, Andrew Dudzinski and Jerry Kopel will officiate.

Her family will receive friends Thursday evening April 24th from...

Brandon Lee Randolph

Brandon Lee Randolph

Apr 14, 2025

DYER CHAPEL-Brandon Lee Randolph, 22 of Sparta, was born September 29, 2002 in White County, TN, he died Monday, April 14, 2025 at Waters of Shelbyville in Shelbyville, TN.

He worked in a restaurant in food service. Brandon enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include mother and step father Dawn and Dennis Haggard of Red Boiling Springs, TN, father Allen Ray Randolph of...

Jeffrey W. Abbott

Jeffrey W. Abbott

Apr 14, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jeffrey W. Abbott, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at his residence in Cookeville, Tennessee at the age of 80. Born on April 4, 1945, in White Plains, New York, Jeffrey’s journey was marked by a deep commitment to his family, career, and community.

A...

Cassidy Jackson

Cassidy Jackson

Apr 11, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Cassidy Chalee Madison Jackson, born on April 18, 2001, in White County, TN, tragically departed this world on Friday April 11, 2025. At the tender age of 23, Cassidy was a vibrant spirit filled with joy and love for those around her. Having graduated from Upperman High School in 2019, she embarked on a career at the...

Charlene K. Herron

Charlene K. Herron

Apr 9, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Charlene K. Herron, a loving and dedicated soul, was born on December 4, 1944, in Hazard, Kentucky, and she passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. A resilient spirit, Charlene's life was a beautiful testament to the power of love, generosity, and caring for others.

Charlene, through her boundless heart and talent,...

Elgie Lee Dennis, Sr

Elgie Lee Dennis, Sr

Apr 9, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Elgie Lee Dennis, Sr. 77 of Baxter, was born February 5, 1948 in Cookeville, TN, he passed away at his home in Baxter on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

He was a retired welder with Cookeville Industries with over 20 years of service. He enjoyed raising game fowl, fishing, ginseng hunting and going to estate sales.

He leaves behind daughters Brenda (Eddie)...

Laura Ann Gardner

Laura Ann Gardner

Apr 8, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Laura Ann Bane Gardner, 40 of Sparta, died Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville. She was born June 30, 1984 in Lebanon, TN.

She was a graduate of Upperman High School in Baxter.

Laura worked at Sam's Club of Cookeville for the past five years in Home Meal solutions. She enjoyed fishing and outdoor activities.

She enjoyed...

Rebecca Hensley

Rebecca Hensley

Apr 8, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Rebecca L Hensley, age 66, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

She was born November 8, 1958 in Riverside, CA to the late Lawrence and Alice Gray Randall Peters.

She is survived by her husband Roger Hensley.

Full obituary to be posted once complete

Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)526-6111....

Joanne Louise Wagner

Joanne Louise Wagner

Apr 7, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Joanne Louise Wagner, a beloved speech pathologist, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025, at her residence in Cookeville, Tennessee at the age of 78. Born on April 30, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, Joanne lived a life steeped in faith and service, touching the lives of countless individuals through her professional work and her deep commitment...