Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Jul 4, 2024

Joan F. Jira, aged 93, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 4, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on May 26, 1931, in Baltimore, Maryland, Joan was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her. Her life was a testament to the power of kindness, dedication, and the simple joys that make a life well-lived....

Jul 4, 2024

Mary Alice (Peake) McClellan, affectionately known as Mary Alice to her friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on the 4th of July, 2024, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on November 17, 1941, in Buffalo Valley, TN, Mary Alice's warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.

Mary Alice's early...

Jul 4, 2024

BRO. CARL SCARLETT

Carl Lee Scarlett, was a light of faith and friendliness in the community he so dearly loved. Born on December 31, 1942, in Baxter, Tennessee, Carl embarked on a life marked by devotion to service and the upliftment of others. His journey on this earth came to a peaceful conclusion on July...

Jul 2, 2024

Charles Evert Carter, affectionately known as Chuck, passed away on July 2, 2024, at Tri Star Summit Medical Center in Hermitage, TN. He was born on May 2, 1938, in Ironton, OH to the late Andrew Jackson and Shirley Moore Carter. Chuck led a life marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and commitment to excellence...

Jul 2, 2024

Funeral services for Mr. Robert Dewey Brotherton, age 87 of Cookeville, TN, will be held Saturday, July 6th at 11:00 a.m. at the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Crest Lawn Cemetery. Bro. Buddy Johnson and Bobby Lane will officiate.

His family will receive friends Saturday morning from 9:00...

Jun 28, 2024

Winifred “Winnie” Joann Dubeck left this earth knowing just how loved she was. She passed away on June 28, 2024, at her home in Baxter Tennessee. Born in Cheverly Maryland in 1949, she spent most of her life in the Washington D.C. area before relocating to Tennessee a few years ago.

As the oldest of nine children,...

Jun 28, 2024

COOKEVILLE-Judy Esalee Brown, a beacon of kindness and a cherished member of the Cookeville community, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2024, in Carthage, TN. Born on September 23, 1945, in Cookeville, TN, Judy lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her work, and her faith. She had a beautiful smile, she was honest and caring and...

Jun 25, 2024

James Richard Rose Sr., known affectionately as Jim to his friends and loved ones, passed away suddenly on June 25, 2024, at his residence in Cookeville, TN. Born on March 14, 1942, in Memphis, TN, Jim's journey through life was marked by dedication, kindness, and an unwavering love for his family.

Jim's early years were...

Jun 25, 2024

COOKEVILLE - Mrs. Bonnie Eugene Spivey Hannah was born May 21, 1927 in Jackson County, TN. She passed away June 25, 2024 at NHC Healthcare, Cookeville at the age of 97. She was the daughter of Leo and Gertrude Spivey and wife of the late Cecil Hannah who passed away April 7, 1998.

She has...

Jun 25, 2024

COOKEVILLE-Dorothy J. "Dottie" Golding, aged 74, devoted wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024 encircled by the love of her devoted family after a courageous 4 ½ year battle with breast cancer. Born on November 4, 1949, in Glen Cove, NY to the late James and Dorothy Albertson, Dottie was a pillar of strength and...

Jun 23, 2024

Rita Louise Blanchard, a woman whose vibrant and colorful spirit influenced many, passed away on June 23, 2024, in her Cookeville, TN residence. Born on August 5, 1937, in Monroe, LA, Rita's life was a masterclass in the art of living boldly and leaving a legacy of laughter, learning, and love.

Rita, known for her...

Jun 22, 2024

Betty Jane Peach, 88 of Cookeville and formerly Orlando Florida, died Saturday, June 22, 2024 at NHC Healthcare of Sparta.

Betty was born on March 3, 1936 in Maryland.

Funeral Services and Interment will be at Highland Funeral Home & Highland Memory Gardens in Apopka, FL 407-869-1188

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Jun 21, 2024

Charles D. Howard passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on November 14, 1943, in White County, TN, to the late Clifford and Dimple Huddleston Howard, Charles lived a full and active life.

A 1962 graduate of White County High School, Charles' work ethic and dedication to his community were evident...

Jun 19, 2024

D. Ray Collins, known by friends and family as Ray, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024, at his residence in Cookeville. Born on March 4, 1928, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, Ray was a man of honor, integrity, and kindness, whose presence was a blessing to all who knew him.

Ray's life was one of service...

Jun 19, 2024

William R. Jackson, known affectionately as Ray by his loved ones, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville at the age of 49. Born December 24, 1974, in Putnam Co. to William Edward and Patricia Lynn Woodard Jackson. Ray welled a life enriched with simplicity and dedication.

Ray's...

Jun 18, 2024

Funeral services for James Davis Watts, age 77, of Cookeville, will be at 10 a.m. Friday, June 21, Cookeville Chapel of Hooper, Huddleston, & Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Buddy Johnson will officiate. Interment will follow in the Cookeville City Cemetery.

Mr. Watts will lie in state on Thursday, June 20, from 4 to 6 p.m. The family...

Jun 17, 2024

Bettie Sue Goolsby Doyle passed from this life on June 17, 2024, at Cookeville, Putnam County, Tennessee.

She was born January 14, 1934 in Cookeville, Putnam County, Tennessee, to the late Theodore Rhymond Goolsby and Nancy Massa Goolsby.

Ms. Bettie was a graduate of Putnam County Senior High School class of...

Jun 17, 2024

Michael J. Robichaud, affectionately known as Mike to all who knew him, passed away on June 17, 2024, in Cookeville, TN, at age 70. He was born on February 22, 1954, in Detroit, MI to John and Joyce Flatt Robichaud. Mike grew up to proudly serve in the US Navy during the Vietnam War, embodying dedication and courage.

Jun 17, 2024

Thelma Irene Poteet, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024, at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN. Born on May 7, 1940, in Atlanta, GA, Thelma's life was a testament to the power of kindness, a warm smile, and unwavering faith.

Thelma was the cherished matriarch of a...

Jun 14, 2024

Frances Mason Gibson, age 77, of Cookeville, Tennessee passed peacefully into the waiting arms of her Savior on June 14, 2024 at NHC of Cookeville. Fran was born in Louisville, Kentucky.

She put God and her family first. She stayed home to raise her daughter, Heather. She was an avid organic gardener and animal lover...