Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Aug 1, 2024

Ben Earl Moss, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Cookeville, TN, on August 1, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on March 5, 1938, in Jackson County, TN, Ben's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, hard work, and dedication to family.

Ben's...

Aug 1, 2024

Robert Allan Burton, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, in West Chester, Ohio, at the age of 92. Born on April 24, 1932, in Algood, Tennessee, Robert (Bob) was a man of integrity, intelligence, and ingenuity, whose presence enriched the lives of all who knew him.

Bob's...

Jul 31, 2024

BAXTER-Lisa Joyce Carr, a lifelong resident of Smithville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at NHC of Smithville. Born on November 29, 1969, in Smithville, Lisa was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her. She was a 1990 graduate of Cookeville High School and a devoted member of the Church of Christ....

Jul 26, 2024

Barbara Kaye Shaw, affectionately known as Barbara to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on March 6, 1951, in Blanco, Texas, she had a love for life that was evident to her friends and family.

Barbara's life was one marked by love and dedication....

Jul 25, 2024

DYER CHAPEL-Maria Diedrich, a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on December 9, 1947, in Erbach, Germany, Maria lived a life marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith.

Maria's birth in Germany set the foundation for a life of resilience and joy. Maria met and married the love...

Jul 25, 2024

DYER CHAPEL-Mary Christine Hickey, known affectionately to her loved ones as “Ma”, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2024 surrounded by all her family, at the age of 87. Born on December 31,1936 in the small town of Baxter, Tennessee, Mary Christine lived a life marked by love, dedication, and a spirited sense of joy.

Mary Christine's journey through life was...

Jul 23, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Brown, 83, passed from this life on July 23, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at her home in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Elizabeth was born on April 11, 1941, in Jamestown, Tennessee, to Victor and Hazel Garrett (née Beaty) where she was raised alongside her siblings Sylvia, Larry, and John.

From...

Jul 19, 2024

Florence Anne Turner Cartwright Smith, fondly known as Anne, who graced the lives of so many with her vibrant spirit, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2024, in Cookeville, TN, at the venerable age of 91. Born in Edwington, OH, on October 15, 1932, Anne's journey was marked by her unwavering faith, her love for song, and the immeasurable...

Jul 19, 2024

LEBANON/MONTEREY, TN-Mrs. Carolyn Frances Humphries passed away peacefully on July 19, 2024, at the age of 78 in Lebanon, TN. Born on February 12, 1946, in Carthage, TN, Carolyn was a light of love and kindness to all who knew her.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Woodie and Roberta Overstreet Key;...

Jul 16, 2024

Robert Benson Huddleston, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Robert was born on April 24, 1963, in Orange County, California, and brought joy, laughter, and adventure to those around him throughout his 61 years of life.

Robert's journey began as the...

Jul 15, 2024

Vera Anderson departed this world June 29, 2024 peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.

Born October 26, 1934, she lived a long and fruitful life and was very well loved. She will be greatly mourned by all who knew her and experienced her generous spirit. Vera was born in Arkansas and sustained a lifetime connection with...

Jul 14, 2024

BAXTER CHAPEL-Frances Marie White, known affectionately as Marie to her friends and family, passed away on July 13, 2024, at the age of 81. Born in Silver Point, Tennessee on April 6, 1943, to the late Oba "Obie" and Jo Ella Shores Herren, Marie was a beacon of love and selflessness throughout her life. She breathed her last in Cookeville,...

Jul 12, 2024

DYER CHAPEL-Curtis Ray Holloway, known affectionately as Curtis to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2024, just one day after celebrating his 71st birthday. Born on July 11, 1953, in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Curtis was the cherished son of the late Ulis Carson and Mary Maudine Matheney Holloway. He was preceded in death by his brother, Roy Carson...

Jul 11, 2024

DYER CHAPEL-Roy Clifton Lambert, known affectionately as Clifton by friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024, in Birmingham, AL, at the age of 79. Born on November 29, 1944, in Overton County, TN, to the late Elmer and Geneva Honeycutt Lambert, Clifton was a man whose kindness and patriotic spirit touched the lives of many.

Clifton's early life...

Jul 11, 2024

Alma Jean Kuszmaul, affectionately known as Jeanne to her friends and family, passed away peacefully at the Waters of Gainesboro Assisted living on July 11, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on July 1, 1949, in Blanco, Texas, Jeanne was a vibrant soul whose laughter and love of life left an indelible mark on all who knew her....

Jul 8, 2024

DYER CHAPEL-Jerry Alan Lane Jr., affectionately known as Alan by his loved ones, passed away peacefully at his residence in Cookeville, TN, on July 8, 2024, at the age of 54. Born on November 25, 1969, in Cookeville, Alan's life was a testament to the love and joy he brought to those around him.

Alan was a devoted father, a loving...

Jul 7, 2024

Bobbie Joe Mickey, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on July 7, 2024, at Signature Health Care in Algood, Tennessee. Born on May 2, 1931, in High Point, North Carolina, Bobbie's life was a testament to the enduring power of kindness and dedication.

Bobbie proudly served...

Jul 7, 2024

Donald Edward Haynes passed away on July 7 in Bradenton, Florida. Don was born in Dayton, Tennessee as the youngest child of Emmett O. and Ruby Hawkins Haynes on May 30, 1940.

His family moved to Cookeville, where Donald graduated from Central High School (presently Cookeville High) with the class of 1959. He attended Tennessee...

Jul 7, 2024

Fred Lee Black, Jr.,of Cookeville, TN, a dear family man and respected technician, passed away on July 7, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on March 23, 1950, in West Virginia, Fred's journey brought him to Tennessee, where he established a legacy of kindness and professionalism.

Fred devoted many years to the state as...

Jul 6, 2024

Michael Allen Baxmann, a loving father, devoted husband, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee at the age of 61. Born to John and Patricia West Hilbert on September 6, 1962, in Hanover, Pennsylvania, Michael's early foundation in family and service would come to define his remarkable life.

Following...