Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Apr 5, 2024

David N. Brady, a retired attorney and Public Defender in the Upper Cumberland area, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2024, at the age of 69. Born on June 28, 1954, in Cookeville, David's life was a testament to his dedication to his family, his career, and the law.

David's academic journey led him to...

Apr 3, 2024

Jo Ann Clemons returned peacefully to her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in Murray, Utah.

Jo was born March 1, 1957 in Montgomery, Alabama, to Keith and Edna Merle (Brooks) Clemons. She was the fourth of six children. Her father served in the Air Force, so she lived in many locations throughout her youth, including...

Apr 2, 2024

Miriam Eve Gilpin Scott was born on October 6, 1932, in Clarksville, Tennessee to Jeanette Haynes Gilpin and Cecil Gilpin. She had one younger brother, Reginald Monty Gilpin. Her father died when she was eight years old, and she was raised in modest circumstances by her widowed mother in Nashville, Tennessee. She attended public school and graduated from East...

Apr 1, 2024

Johnnie Marie Poston Qualls, born in Overton County, Tennessee on August 11, 1933 became a resident of Heaven on April 1, 2024 at the age of 90.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lynon Coyd Qualls following their 46 years of marriage, her parents Lee and Virgie Poston, and nine of her eleven...

Apr 1, 2024

Richard Watson Mathieson, a selfless man of generosity, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee at the age of 87. He was born on February 25, 1937, in Homer City, Pennsylvania to the late Robert M. and Beatrice Lloyd Mathieson. Richard's life was a testament to his thoughtful nature and his unwavering commitment to his family...

Mar 31, 2024

After a long life and a short illness, Edward McDonald Milner passed into the hands of a merciful God on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Rebecca Yvonne Bartlett Milner and is survived by his children, Edward McDonald Milner Jr. (Sylvia Milner), Thomas Bartlett Milner (Sandra Johnson) and Julia Ellen Milner (Kamran Jahanshahi);...

Mar 28, 2024

Horace E. Hall

Horace passed away March 28, 2024 in Kingsport, Tennessee. He was born July 29, 1933 in Monterey, Tennessee and grew up as part of the Homestead community in nearby Crossville.

Horace is survived by his wife, Edith, his children, Beverly and Leonard, and his siblings Ramona Bowden, Mary Patton, Peggie...

Mar 24, 2024

Nancy Carol Whiteaker, a source of love and faith, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024, in her hometown of Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on December 8, 1954, to the lateAlbert Jefferson and Odell Haney Jared. Nancy's life was a testament to the power of devotion and the strength of family bonds.

Nancy's journey began in...

Mar 22, 2024

Virginia Lois Harp, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2024, at Bethesda Health Care. She was born on November 26, 1946 to the late Jesse Howard Flatt and Oval Mae Flatt.

A lifelong resident of Putnam County, Lois was the wife of Bobby Harp, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. She was the...

Mar 20, 2024

Eddie Howard Gaw II, affectionately known as Little Eddie, entered Heaven on March 20, 2024, on his 52nd birthday, due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born on March 20, 1972, in Cookeville, TN to loving parents, Eddie H. Gaw and Joyce Dennis Sutton, Eddie was a beacon of kindness and friendliness in the community he loved and...

Mar 20, 2024

BAXTER-Alvin Morris Maxwell, fondly known as "Cat" by those who knew and loved him, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2024, at the age of 88, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on October 7, 1935, in Baxter, Tennessee, Cat was a man of humble beginnings who lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and a love for the great outdoors....

Mar 19, 2024

Baxter-Betty Jo Brannon, a cherished figure known for her kindness, generosity, and loving spirit, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in Baxter, TN. Born on June 26, 1943, in Tampa, FL, Betty was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her. Her life was a testament to the...

Mar 18, 2024

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Jerry Lee Burgess, known affectionately as Jerry to his friends and family, passed away peacefully at his residence in Cookeville, TN, on March 18, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on August 2, 1945, in the same town he would call home for his entire life, Jerry's presence was a constant in...

Mar 17, 2024

Linda Ann Thomas, a cherished soul known for her boundless love and kindness, passed away at the age of 53 on March 17, 2024, following a courageous battle with cancer. She departed this world at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, surrounded by the warmth of her loving family. Born on June 6, 1970, in Searcy, Arkansas, Linda's life was a...

Mar 17, 2024

BAXTER, TN- Theta “Louise” Brown Grimes ; born November 16, 1937 to Bradley and Virgie Brown; of Baxter, TN; passed away in Goodrich, MI on March 17, 2024 at the age of 86; wife of Bob; mother of Diana (Jack) Haugk, Debbie (Jim) Slackta and Tami (Paul) Pisarsky; grandma of Brad (Traci) Haugk, David (Lisa) Haugk, Kayla (Ryan) Greenbury,...

Mar 17, 2024

Bettye Ruth Kash, a beacon of creativity and joy, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, in Cookeville, TN. Born on July 19, 1935, in Greenbrier, TN, to the late Bennie and Vetrice Fryer Choate. Bettye's life was a symphony of love, laughter, and the pursuit of knowledge, which she generously shared with everyone around her.

Mar 17, 2024

Sherri L. Avery, a beacon of laughter and creativity, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, in Byrdstown, Tennessee, at the age of 56. Born on September 9, 1967, in Catskill, New York, Sherri's vibrant spirit and infectious humor brought joy to all who knew her.

A proud graduate of Catskill Senior High School, Sherri...

Mar 16, 2024

Doris Helen Nash passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024, in her hometown of Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on February 4, 1932, to the late Haskell and Avo Herren Burgess, Doris's life was a tapestry of strong family ties, faith in God, unwavering work ethic, and a generosity of spirit that touched everyone she knew.

A...

Mar 16, 2024

BAXTER-Doris Helen Nash passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024, in her hometown of Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on February 4, 1932, to the late Haskell and Avo Herren Burgess, Doris's life was a tapestry of strong family ties, faith in God, unwavering work ethic, and a generosity of spirit that touched everyone she knew.

A...

Mar 16, 2024

Thomas H. Poole, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee, at the age of 71. Born on February 11, 1953, in Jasper County, Georgia, Thomas was a man of integrity and warmth, whose life was a testament to the values of love, kindness, and hard work.