Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Don Welch
Feb 25, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Don Welch was born in Chattanooga Tennessee on February 19, 1939 to parents Alice P Welch and Dorman “Sunshine” Welch. Raised in Chattanooga, he spent summers at McCallie day camp then became a McCallie student from 1954 to 1958, an opportunity for which he was forever grateful. Don was president of the senior leadership organization, Keo- Kio,...
Joel Henry Perkins
Feb 25, 2025
DYER CHAPEL - Joel Henry Perkins, born on June 16, 1946, in Baxter, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on February 25, 2025 at the age of 78. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose legacy will endure in the hearts of his loved ones.
Joel's educational journey began at Upperman High School in Baxter, where he...
Dr. Colleen Constance Carris Hughes
Feb 24, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Dr. Colleen Constance Carris Hughes, PhD, RN, born on March 2, 1937, in Akron, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 24, 2025, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Colleen was a beloved figure in both her family and professional communities, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to education, health, and service.
Colleen's academic journey led her to become a leader...
Linda Flatt
Feb 24, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Linda Kay Flatt, a cherished resident of Cookeville, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Signature Health Care in Cookeville. Born on April 25, 1950, in Cookeville, she lived a life rich in family, passion, and community.
Linda, a proud graduate of Upperman High School in 1968, devoted much of her life to nurturing those around her....
Nancy Knowlton
Feb 23, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Nancy Knowlton passed away suddenly on February 23, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on May 30, 1958, in San Antonio, Texas, Nancy spent her life touching the hearts of those around her. Nancy was a graduate of McMinn County High School and in 1988 from Tennessee Tech University.
She dedicated 34 years of her life to the Cookeville...
Kenny Edward Tays
Feb 20, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Mr. Kenny Edward Tays, a beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, brother and lifelong friend, passed away suddenly on February 20, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, leaving a profound void in the hearts of many. Born on September 3, 1967, in Cookeville, TN, Kenny embraced life with enthusiasm and a spirit of determination that inspired all who knew him.
Kenny...
Marie Ferran
Feb 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Marie Ferran, born on August 14, 1957, in Rockledge, Florida, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee at the age of 67. Marie moved to Cookeville in 1973 and quickly embraced Cookeville as her new home town, graduating from Cookeville High School in 1975. Marie continued her education at Tennessee...
Betty Jo Farley
Feb 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Betty Jo Farley, a cherished member of the Putnam County community, passed away on February 19, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, Tennessee at the age of 77. Born on March 12, 1947, in Monterey, TN, she lived a life marked by dedication, faith, and love.
Betty retired as a Nurses Assistant at Cookeville Regional Medical...
Frank Donald Dobyns Jr
Feb 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Frank Donald Dobyns Jr., a devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at his home in Cookeville, TN. Born on March 14, 1953, in Gary, IN. Frank lived a simple and generous life.
A Vietnam Veteran, Frank honorably served in the United States Army, where his deep sense of duty and commitment...
Denny Richardson
Feb 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Gary Denton "Denny" Richardson, a revered member of the Cookeville community and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on February 19, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center at age 83. He was born on August 11, 1941, in Willow Grove, Tennessee, and was a proud alumnus of Algood School, where he actively played basketball.
Denny...
Constance "Connie" Rozelle Farris
Feb 17, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Constance (“Connie”) Rozelle Farris passed away February 17, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, on what would have been her father’s 103rd birthday.
Connie was born on Father’s Day in Cookeville, Tennessee, on June 17, 1956, to William Clay and Lena Mae Wright Farris, and was raised on their farm in Cookeville. In her youth, she helped...
Jackie Ardelle Jewett
Feb 15, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jackie Ardelle Jewett, age 72, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Signature Healthcare of Putnam County. A devoted wife and mother, Jackie dedicated over 15 years of her life to her career as a waitress at Waffle House, where she was known for her warm smile and exceptional service. Her passion for her work was...
Nell Billingsley Johnson
Feb 15, 2025
On February 15, 2025, Nell Billingsley Johnson passed away at her home in Clarksville, TN, surrounded by her loving family while under the care of AseraCare Hospice at the age of 88. Nell was known by her family as Nina and loved her role of mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She took pleasure in traveling and spoiling her family.
On September...
Charles Dow Huddleston
Feb 14, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Charles Dow "MOTOE" Huddleston, 83 was born September 30, 1941 in Los Angeles County, California, he died Friday, February 14, 2025 at his home in Buffalo Valley, TN.
He was a 1959 graduate of the last class of Baxter Seminary before becoming Upperman High School.
Dow spent much of his life working as a supervisor in the construction industry throughout Middle...
Jerry V Pistole
Feb 14, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Jerry Vesper Pistole passed away at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Friday, February 14, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born July 9, 1942, in McMinnville, Tennessee to the late Vesper and Eva Burks Pistole. He graduated from Tennessee Tech University in 1964. A proud veteran, Jerry served his country as a Navy pilot during the...
Donna Sue Robinson
Feb 13, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Donna Sue Robinson, a beloved community member and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at her home in Silver Point, Tennessee, on Thursday, February 13, 2025. She was 86. Born on June 9, 1938, in Silver Point, she devoted over 40 years to serving as the Cookeville Senior Citizens Center and later served as Director, where she was known...
Charles Edward Blair
Feb 13, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Charles Edward Blair, a beloved member of the Cookeville community and dedicated Housing Specialist for the Elderly at the Upper Cumberland Development District, passed away peacefully at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born on March 1, 1941, in Jamestown, Tennessee, and enjoyed a full life marked by...
Timmy "Big Tim" Anderson
Feb 12, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Timmy "Big Tim" Lynn Anderson, age 65, a beloved member of the Baxter community, passed away on February 12, 2025, at Highpoint Health-Riverview in Carthage, Tennessee, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 28, 1960, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Timmy dedicated his life to family, faith, and his passion for trucking.
He was a proud 1979 graduate of Upperman High...
Frank McKenney Pointer Sr.
Feb 11, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Frank McKenney Pointer Sr., a cherished member of the Nashville community, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Born on November 15, 1930, in Algood, Tennessee, Frank lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a lively spirit, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and humor.
An alumnus of the Tennessee Polytechnic Institute, now known...
Charles Walter Jordan
Feb 10, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Charles Walter Jordan passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on April 15, 1934, in Cave Creek, TN. Charles lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to his family and career. Charles left home at the age of 12 and went straight to work.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley...
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