Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Oct 30, 2023

Funeral services for Opal Burgess, 83 of Cookeville will be Wednesday, November 1 at 2 PM at the Dyer Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Smellage Memory Gardens in the Boma Community of Putnam County. The family will receive friends Wednesday after 12 Noon until service time at the funeral home. Bro. Tim Sharp...

Oct 30, 2023

RICKMAN, TN-Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lois Roberson, age 83 of Rickman, will be held Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Netherland Church of Christ. Interment will follow in Netherland Cemetery. Bro. Mark Loftis will officiate.

Her family will receive friends Thursday from 12:00 pm until service time at the church.

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Oct 27, 2023

Ms. Trelbie Leigh Watkins, age 58 of Cookeville, died Friday October 27, 2023 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

She was born October 30, 1964 in Putnam County, TN to the late Jimmie Leigh Holman and Rebekah Clarice Garrett Holman.

Trelbie attended...

Oct 25, 2023

Jessie David Young passed away unexpectedly on October 25, 2023, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on February 6, 1955, in Jackson County, Tennessee, David was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.

David is survived by his loving wife, Lisa Young, and his devoted daughter, Estee Scott, and her...

Oct 24, 2023

Mrs. Billie Glee Beaty, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023, in Cookeville, TN. Born on November 13, 1928, in Byrdstown, TN, to Webster and Treva Thompkins Mathews, she was a woman of warmth, strength, and unwavering dedication to her family.

Billie was a graduate of Pickett County High...

Oct 23, 2023

Ivan Lee Bilbrey, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away suddenly on October 23, 2023, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born in Putnam County, Tennessee, on December 26, 1930, Ivan lived a rich and fulfilling life.

Ivan is survived by his devoted wife of 71 years, Vila Jones Bilbrey, whom he married on...

Oct 21, 2023

Jeffery Shane Goodwin passed away peacefully at his residence in Cookeville, TN on October 21, 2023. Born on November 11, 1967, also in Cookeville, Jeff lived a full life, marked by his dedication to his family, his work, and his community.

Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Robison Goodwin, and their children: son...

Oct 21, 2023

Michelle Dawn Huddleston, a beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, passed away suddenly on October 21, 2023, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on December 28, 1980, in Cookeville, TN, Michelle was a strong-willed, feisty, and loving individual who touched the lives of many in her community.

Michelle was a devoted family woman, survived by...

Oct 21, 2023

Eric James Bianco passed away suddenly at his residence in Baxter, Tennessee, on October 21, 2023. Eric was born on September 1, 1960, in Bradenton, Florida. He was a member of Poplar Grove Baptist Church. He lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to his family, friends, and community.

Eric was a hardworking...

Oct 19, 2023

Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Bob Lee Bilbrey, age 79 of Cookeville, will be held Monday, October 23, 2023 at 12:00 pm in the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Reverend Myron Greer will officiate. Interment will follow in Stone Seminary Cemetery.

His family will receive friends Sunday evening 4:00 pm...

Oct 18, 2023

Douglas Lee Rush, Sr., affectionately known as Doug, passed away October 18, 2023, at the age of 64. Born on September 29, 1959, in Baltimore, MD, Doug was a loving father, devoted husband, and cherished friend to many.

Doug is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Mary Anne Draper Rush; his loving daughters,...

Oct 17, 2023

Rosina "Rose" Fields, 85 of Cookeville died Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at her home. Her wishes of cremation are being honored. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 11 at 1 PM at First Baptist Church of Cookeville. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until service at the church.

She was born August 1,...

Oct 17, 2023

Faith Parman Garner, a spirited and outspoken woman known for her zest for life, passed away on October 17, 2023, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on June 24, 1944, in Nashville, TN, Faith was a beacon of strength, resilience and unwavering faith to all who knew her.

Faith, a proud graduate of Hillsboro...

Oct 13, 2023

Funeral services for Mrs. Freda L. Long will be held Monday, October 16th at 1:00 pm at the Dyer chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Arlington of Tennessee Cemetery. Bro. Gary Farris will officiate.

Her family will received friends Monday from 11am until service time at the funeral home.

Oct 13, 2023

Funeral services for Mrs. Kathy Cantrell, age 68 of Cookeville, will be held Friday October 20th at 11 a.m. in the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Shipley Cemetery. Bro. Kevin Daughrity will officiate.

Her family will receive friends Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. and again Friday...

Oct 12, 2023

Carl Mervin Hellman, died on October 12, 2023, in Cookeville, TN. Born on December 6, 1937, in Shelton, Washington. Carl was a man of deep faith, a loving family man, and a dedicated professional.

Carl was the son of the late Carl Edward Hellman and Georgia McKay Hellman. He leaves behind his beloved wife of...

Oct 11, 2023

Louise Hawkins Gregory, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville, TN on October 11, 2023. Born on April 4, 1940, in Parsons, TN, to Eugene Hawkins and Eugenia Ivey Hawkins, Louise lived a life characterized by faith, loyalty, and quiet strength.

Louise dedicated her life to...

Oct 10, 2023

JT BURGESS

BAXTER-Funeral services for Jordan Tyler "JT" Burgess, 33 of Baxter, will be Sunday, October 15 at 2 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Smellage Memory Gardens in the Boma Community of Putnam County. The family will receive friends Saturday from 4 to 8 PM and after...

Oct 10, 2023

AUSTIN, TX-Michael Wayne Vandervort, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 18 at 1 p.m. in San Angelo, Texas at the Fairmont Cemetery. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date in Austin.

Mike was born December 8, 1941 in...

Oct 8, 2023

Michael Evans, 61, of Cookeville, TN passed away on October 8th, 2023.

Michael is preceded in death by his father, Harold Evans. He is survived by his mother Peggy Evans, brother Greg Evans (Susan Evans), 3 children, Sarah Cox (James Cox), Aly Mulligan (Colton Mulligan), and Will Evans, granddaughter Maggie Mulligan and grandsons Ean and...