Obituaries

Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Marie J. Brown

Marie J. Brown

Oct 2, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Marie J. Brown, of Cookeville, Tennessee, age 91, passed peacefully at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, on October 2, 2024. Marie was born on February 1, 1933, in Beloit, Wisconsin and lived in several states, including Arizona, Wisconsin, Alaska, Illinois, California, Texas and Tennessee. She will be remembered fondly for her welcoming and lively spirit, generosity, devotion to...

Stephen Eckert

Stephen Eckert

Oct 1, 2024

MONTEREY-Stephen Eckert passed away Tuesday October 1 at Wyndridge Health and Rehabilitation in Crossville. 

A funeral service honoring Stephen will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday October 8 at Horner Funeral Home, located at 203 South Holly Street, Monterey, TN. Visitation with family and friends will be from 4-6 p.m. prior to the funeral on Tuesday. Stephen will be laid to rest...

Hoppy Posey

Hoppy Posey

Sep 27, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mr. Garvin Abe Posey, affectionately known as "Hoppy," passed away September 27, 2024 in Cookeville, Tennessee. He was born on July 5, 1941, in Fort Payne, Alabama. 

A proud veteran, a Sgt. of the Vietnam War, Garvin served in the United States Army. His service to his country was a significant part of his life, shaping his strong...

Shirley Lunsford

Shirley Lunsford

Sep 26, 2024

Mrs. Shirley Lunsford, age 86 of Virginia Beach, VA and former longtime resident of Cookeville, died Thursday, September 26th in Virginia Beach.

 Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 15th at 11:00 a.m. at the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Tim Frank will officiate.  Interment will follow at West Cemetery (West Cemetery Rd.) in Cookeville.

Her family will...

Kathy Boles

Kathy Boles

Sep 25, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Katherine (Kathy) Boles passed away at her home in Silver Point, TN, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 after a courageous 27 year battle with cancer. Kathy was born on November 14, 1941 to John and Mildred Kirby in Granville, Tennessee.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Carol Bender; a sister-in-law, Betty Jo Davis, and a...

Jean Grizzard

Jean Grizzard

Sep 24, 2024

BAXTER CHAPEL-Mattie Jean Grizzard, formerly known as Mattie Jean Hargis, passed away on September 24, 2024 at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on March 26, 1932 in Baxter, she lived a life rich in love and community, cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

A member of the Union Grove Free Will Baptist Church, Jean devoted herself...

Johnny Hill

Johnny Hill

Sep 24, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Robert Johnson Hill, better known as Johnny, passed from this life into the arms of his Savior on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Johnny was a loving father, grandfather, brother and friend. Born in Jackson, TN on December 22, 1951 to Robert Lee and Joanne Johnson Hill, Johnny grew up in a loving home with his sister, creating...

Maria Di Raimo Morgan

Maria Di Raimo Morgan

Sep 23, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Maria Di Raimo Morgan, aka “Nonna,” aged 95, passed away peacefully with family by her side on September 23, 2024, at her senior living community in Cookeville, Tennessee. 



Born on March 1, 1929, in Naples, Italy, Maria was cherished by all her friends, neighbors and family members. She was an excellent seamstress, homemaker and cook who loved to...

Faye Minnear

Faye Minnear

Sep 23, 2024

DYER CHAPEL-Martha Faye Minnear, affectionately known as Faye, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on February 10, 1939, in Columbia, Tennessee, Faye touched many lives throughout her 85 years. Her life was marked by her love for her family and her passion for her career. She is survived by her children, Darin Minnear...

Donna Spurlock

Donna Spurlock

Sep 21, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Donna Kaye Spurlock, known affectionately as Donna to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on June 16, 1961, in Detroit, Michigan, Donna's vibrant spirit and loving nature touched the lives of all who knew her.

Family was the cornerstone of Donna's life, and her legacy continues through...

Garry A Williams, Sr.

Garry A Williams, Sr.

Sep 21, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mr. Garry A. Williams, Sr. passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Born on December 15, 1939, in Cumberland County, Tennessee, Garry's life was characterized by his dedication to his family, his service to his country, and his love for the simple joys in life.

Garry was the cherished son of the late Haskel...

George Ronald Boles

George Ronald Boles

Sep 20, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - George Ronald Boles, known affectionately to friends and family as Ron, passed away suddenly on September 20, 2024, at his residence in Cookeville, TN. Born on June 25, 1942, in Covington, KY, Ron's life was marked by his unwavering kindness and the loving relationships he nurtured throughout his 82 years.

Ron grew up in the warm embrace of...

Maynard Paul Brooks

Maynard Paul Brooks

Sep 20, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Maynard Paul Brooks, known affectionately as Paul, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024, in Cookeville, TN. Born to the late Maynard Clyde and Geraldine Delores Russell Brooks on March 14, 1955, in Ft. Campbell, KY, Paul's life was a testament to service, love, and adventure.

Paul proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1973...

Jackie Sue Vandercook

Jackie Sue Vandercook

Sep 20, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jackie Sue Vandercook, known affectionately as Jackie by her loved ones, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024, at Charter Senior Living of Cookeville. Born on September 9, 1935, in Taylor, Michigan, Jackie's life was marked by her adventurous spirit and unwavering kindness.

Jackie's early years in Michigan were filled with the warmth of family and the values...

Terry Burgess

Terry Burgess

Sep 19, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Don Terry Burgess, known affectionately as Terry to his friends and family, passed away peacefully at his residence in Cookeville, TN, on September 19, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on October 12, 1956, in the same town he would eventually call his forever home, Terry's life was a testament to his loving, kind, and thoughtful...

Donald Anderson

Donald Anderson

Sep 16, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mr. Donald Virgil Anderson, age 81 of Cookeville, passed away Monday, September 16, 2024 at NHC of Cookeville surrounded by his loving family.

Donald was the first of seven children born to the late Garland Virgil and Bonnie Estell Underwood Anderson. Donald was a loving husband, father, PAPA, son, and brother. He loved his Lord, his family, and...

Ricky L. Roberts

Ricky L. Roberts

Sep 14, 2024

DYER CHAPEL - Ricky “Rickochet” L. Roberts, a longtime resident of Algood, TN, passed away peacefully in his hometown on September 14, 2024, at the age of 58. Born on May 13, 1966, in Cookeville to the late James Harould and Wanda Gail Cleghorn Roberts. Ricky lived a full life marked by devotion to his family and a passion for...

Michael Hall

Michael Hall

Sep 11, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Michael Gene Hall, known affectionately as Mike or Mackie to his friends and family, passed away on September 11, 2024, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on November 19, 1954, in Monterey, Tennessee, Mike’s journey through life was marked by his warm presence, his love for sports, and the deep bonds he shared with his family...

Jo Ann Herron

Jo Ann Herron

Sep 11, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jo Ann Herron passed away peacefully at her residence on September 11, 2024, at the age of 84. Born on October 14, 1939, in Cookeville, TN, Jo Ann was a cherished daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She lived a life rich with devotion to her family and community, leaving behind a legacy of warm memories...

Faye Farley  Carter

Faye Farley Carter

Sep 10, 2024

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Faye Farley Carter went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 10th at the age of 88. Faye was born in Putnam County on October 15, 1935 to parents Jesse & Ollie Farley. She was one of 6 children. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Ralph Farley and Jim Farley and sister Gayle...

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