Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

May 10, 2024

Dorothy Dean Harris, born February 12, 1938, in White County, TN left her earthly home surrounded by loved ones, on May 10, 2024. She married Raymond “Ed” Edward Harris on June 30, 1958, who preceded her in passing on January 18, 1996. Aside from her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, Sadie Bryant Wheeler and Haskel...

May 10, 2024

Duke Roland Henley, a cherished soul known affectionately as Duke, departed this world on May 10, 2024, at the age of 50, in his hometown of Cookeville, TN. Born on October 18, 1973, in the same warm community, he lived a life marked by kindness, gentleness, and a loving nature that touched all who knew him.

May 10, 2024

COOKEVILLE-A memorial visitation for Mr. Grant Wilken Sasser, age 68, of Cookeville, Tennessee, will be held Saturday, May 18th, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home.

Private family interment will be held in Crest Lawn Cemetery with Pastor Jeff Patterson officiating.

Grant...

May 10, 2024

Gaynell Foust Sanders, a cherished mother and grandmother, whose legacy is embellished with love and familial devotion. Born on May 13, 1946, in Killen, Alabama, Gaynell's journey of 77 fruitful years came to a peaceful end on May 10, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee.

Gaynell's early years in Killen were grounded in a strong community and...

May 9, 2024

Mary Ellen Herron, affectionately known as Mary, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on January 17, 1931, in Baxter, Tennessee, Mary was a beacon of kindness and love throughout her life. Her gentle spirit and unwavering compassion touched the hearts of all who knew her. Mary's final days were spent in Cookeville,...

May 9, 2024

Barbara Jean Webb Buckner, known affectionately to all as Barbara, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville, TN, on May 9, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on October 17, 1943, in Los Angeles, CA, Barbara grew up to be a woman of faith, strength, and unwavering love for her family.

Barbara's life...

May 9, 2024

COOKEVILLE-Brenda Ann Fox Smith, “Mema” as she was called by her beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren, went to be with her Heavenly Father on May 9th, 2024 at NHC Healthcare with family by her side. She was loved and cared for there with the utmost kindness, grace, and compassion.

Brenda was born in Cookeville, TN...

May 8, 2024

Sandra Elaine Bos, a remarkable soul and known for her creativity and kindness, passed from this life on May 8, 2024, at her residence in Cookeville, TN at the age of 81.

Born in Holland, MI, on June 16, 1942, she lived a life enriched by art and the love of family.

May 8, 2024

Ruth Christine Grubbs Maxwell, 95 of Tupelo, MS and formerly of Baxter died Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

She was born January 8, 1929 in Nashville, Arkansas to the late Rev. J.C. and Ruth Verna Reagan Grubbs.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...

May 7, 2024

Jeffrey Allan McCrary, known affectionately as Jeff, left this world on May 7, 2024, at the age of 50. Born in Aberdeen, Mississippi, on September 16, 1973, Jeff's life was a testament to the joy and kindness he brought into the lives of those around him. His departure in Cookeville, Tennessee, is a moment of both sorrow and celebration...

May 3, 2024

Billie Ruth "Tootsie" Gibbons, a source of love and selflessness, peacefully left this world on May 31, 2024, at the age of 93, at Sacred Ground Hospice House in Knoxville, TN.

She was born on October 25, 1930, in Livingston, TN to the late Harv and Della Eldridge Lee.

Tootsie lived...

May 3, 2024

We celebrate the life and cherish the memory of Rhonda Gay Rouse, a woman of profound faith and unwavering love, who was called home to be with the Lord on the 3rd of May, 2024, after a valiant battle with cancer. Rhonda, born on Independence Day in 1953 in Crossett, Arkansas, was an inspiration and joy to all who...

May 2, 2024

Wanda Sue Dunn Livers, known affectionately to friends and family as Wanda, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, at the age of 67 in her hometown of Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on December 15, 1956, also in Cookeville, she spent her entire life as a beacon of love and kindness in the community she so cherished.

Wanda...

Apr 30, 2024

Myrtle Lesley Carter, aged 87, of Cookeville, TN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 30, 2024, at Signature Healthcare of Putnam County.

She was born on May 5, 1936 in Jackson County to the late John and Gertrude Amanda Crabtree Boles.

Myrtle's life was defined by her dedication to her...

Apr 30, 2024

Jeremy Brandon Davenport, cherished husband, father, son, and brother, age 40, passed away in his home in Blaine, Tennessee on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Brandon was originally from Hayesville, North Carolina. He was a beloved and talented lifelong musician and said he was “country as dirt and cool as the summer rain” as he was.

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Apr 30, 2024

BAXTER- Judy Carol Harris, a beacon of love and laughter, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024, in Silver Point, TN at her home, surrounded by her family.

Born on May 10, 1950, in Putnam County, TN, Judy's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family and her community, woven with threads of creativity...

Apr 29, 2024

Cookeville--Mrs. Etta Rae Thompson, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on April 29, 2024, in Cookeville, TN. Born on October 6, 1929, in the Dry Hollow community of Overton County, TN, she was a cherished daughter to the late Haskell and Dorothy Raines Looper. Etta Rae's life was a testament to...

Apr 28, 2024

Joan Marie Jernigan, 76 of Silver Point, passed away at her home with family by her bedside on Sunday, April 28, 2024.

Joan had a blessed life. She was a caring person and made a lasting impact on so many people’s lives.

She was born on January 30, 1948. She was the fifth of six...

Apr 27, 2024

Yvonne Teresa (Berube) Stone, age 85, of Cookeville, went home to be with the Lord on April 27, 2024.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 between 2pm and 4pm from the Dyer chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home.

Interment will be in Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery...

Apr 27, 2024

Angela Michelle Bohannon passed away on April 27, 2024, in her hometown of Cookeville, Tennessee, at the age of 49. She was born on April 23, 1975.

She leaves behind her mother, Kaye Bohannon, her son, John C. Bohannon; and her companion, Jon Pegram.

Angela was preceded in death by her...