Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Feb 12, 2024

Mildred McConnell Copeland, affectionately known as Mimi to her friends and family, departed from this life on February 12, 2024, at the age of 70, while at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on March 10, 1953, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Mimi was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her.

Mimi was characterized...

Feb 11, 2024

Suleiman Kamal Baldwin, affectionately known as Kamal to all who loved him, passed away on February 11, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on November 7, 1991, in Jos, Nigeria, Kamal's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with love, laughter, and an unquenchable zest for life.

Kamal's journey began as the cherished son of Wayne and...

Feb 10, 2024

BAXTER-Funeral services for Glynn Ray Smith, 71 of Baxter, will be Tuesday, February 13 at 11 AM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in New Hope Cemetery in Jackson County, TN. Bro. Johnny Fox will officiate.The family will receive friends Monday from 4 to 8 PM and after 9 AM Tuesday at...

Feb 8, 2024

Edward Robinson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, in Cookeville, TN, at the age of 80, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 16, 1943, in Buffalo Valley, TN to the late Beecher and Irene (Bush) Robinson. Edward, affectionately known as Edd, lived a life marked by dedication,...

Feb 6, 2024

Juanita Thompson age 73 of Monterey, a true beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024, after an extended illness.

Born on May 19, 1950, in Pikeville, TN, Juanita's journey through life was marked by her unwavering devotion to her family, her work, and her faith. She departed this world in...

Feb 5, 2024

Melinda West Bilbrey passed away February 5, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born in Cookeville, TN, on July 23, 1954, to the late L.B. and Willie Ruth Needham West, Melinda's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and dedication to her community.

A proud 1972 graduate of Coosa High in Rome, GA, Melinda...

Feb 5, 2024

Paulette Tuday, 74, of Cookeville, Tennessee, died February 5, 2024 in Cookeville, TN.

She was born October 8, 1949 in New Orleans, LA,

Surviving are Husband, Clifford E Tuday of Cookeville, TN.

Feb 1, 2024

Johnnie Murray, 90 of Cookeville, passed from this life on Friday February 1, 2024, after an extended battle with dementia. He was a resident of The Waters Health Care Facility in Gainesboro, TN, and passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends. He was born March 19, 1933 to Haywood Murray and America Jane Nash Murray. He was preceded in...

Feb 1, 2024

Zelda Dorothy Nelson, 90 of Baxter died Thursday, February 1, 2024 at NHC of Cookeville.

She was born December 24, 1933 in Silver Point, TN to the late Frank and Adell Hancock Phillips.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Tom Nelson, sisters Pauline Courtney and Juanita Loftis Schroeder....

Feb 1, 2024

Funeral services for Mr. William "Earl' Jaquess, age 79, will be held Sunday, February 4th at 2:00 p.m. at the Cookeville chapel of Hooper and Huddleston Funeral Home. Interment with military honors will follow at Smith Chapel Cemetery. Tennessee Army National Guard Funeral Detail with Matt McClanahan officiating, Sarah Tooley will share her gift of song and David Stockton...

Feb 1, 2024

Funeral services for James (Cotton) Franklin Phy, age 80, of Algood, TN will be held Monday, February 5th at 1:00 p.m. in the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Burial will be at Phillips Cemetery in Algood. Rev. Richard Bond will officiate.

His family will receive friends Monday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at...

Jan 31, 2024

A Celebration of Life service for Alton Daniel "DANNY" Underwood, 69 of Cookeville, will be held Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 1 PM at Bear Creek Baptist Church with Bro. Danny Hembree officiating. His wishes of cremation are being honored.

Mr. Underwood died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Signature HealthCare in Algood, TN.

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Jan 31, 2024

Richard Frank Thiesen, known affectionately as Dick by his loved ones, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on March 23, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late John and Adeline Thiesen,

In his personal life, Dick was a devoted husband to his wife, Arlene Thiesen, who stood by his side...

Jan 31, 2024

Raymond Gerald Branstetter, fondly known as Ray to his loved ones, passed away on January 31, 2024, after a brief illness at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on April 17, 1955, in Lafayette, Indiana, Ray was a man whose hands could skillfully fix anything they touched and whose heart was quick to share a laugh.

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Jan 30, 2024

BAXTER-Funeral services for Michael "Mike" Howard Alexander, 74, of Goodlettsville, formerly of Baxter, will be Saturday, February 3 at 1 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home, 532 4th Avenue South, Baxter, TN. Bro. Roy Graves will officiate. Interment will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday 5 to 8 PM...

Jan 30, 2024

James Everett Sutherland, known affectionately as Jim, passed away suddenly on January 30, 2024, in Cookeville, TN. Born on February 4, 1946, in Tazewell, Virginia, Jim's journey through life was marked by his loving nature, gentle spirit, and the smile and humor he brought into every room.

Jim was preceded in death by his father...

Jan 29, 2024

Destiny Sky Herren left this world on January 29, 2024, at her residence in Henderson, TN, waking suddenly to her glorious homecoming. Born on February 3, 2005, in Cookeville, TN, Destiny's vibrant spirit and passionate heart made an indelible mark on all who knew her during the 18 years of her life. She sowed seeds of faith, justice, and...

Jan 29, 2024

Myrna Joanne Brockmann Estes passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024, in Marietta, GA. Born on November 24, 1938, in St. Louis, Missouri, Myrna's life journey was one marked by love, adventure, graciousness, and service. She was a beacon of kindness and generosity to all who knew her.

The Estes family sadly announces Myrna's departure,...

Jan 29, 2024

Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Greenwood, a cherished father, husband, brother, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 63 on January 29, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on December 26, 1960, in Nashville, TN, Ronnie was known for his warm heart and unwavering kindness.

Throughout his life, Ronnie dedicated many years of service as...

Jan 27, 2024

Graveside Services and Interment for Bettye Whiteaker, 83 of Cookeville, will be Monday, January 29 at 10 AM at West Cemetery in the Burgess Falls Community. There will no visitation at the funeral home. Everyone will meet at the cemetery. Family members will officiate.

Mrs. Whiteaker died Saturday morning, January 27, 2024 at Signature HealthCare-Putnam County in...