LINDA ELIZABETH PEASE

     Linda Elizabeth Pease, 71, born September 26, 1938 passed away peacefully in her sleep May 19, 2010. Born in Chattanooga, TN. Married her high school love in 1960, traveled the world and fell in love with Woodbury, TN and Laredo, TX.  Laredo resident since 1983. She was a memeber of the Texas Cattle Woman's Association, Republican Woman's Club, Tuesday Literary Society and Christ Church Episcopal.  Friend to many, loving mother of Mark H. Pease of McAllen, TX and Elizabeth M. Pease of Woodbury, TN. Grandmother of Mark Houston Pease II, Ashley Morgan Pease and Sofia Timberlake Pease. Beloved wife of Mark Crittenden Pease of Laredo, TX. She spent some of the happiest days of her life at Beaver Dam, her husband's family home in Woodbury, TN. A memorial service was held at Christ Church Episcopal in Laredo, TX. Smith Funeral Home held a graveside ceremony on August 7, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery in Woodbury. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

CLAUDE ALVIN ROBERTS

     Claude Alvin Roberts, 60, of Auburntown died July 16, 2010. He was a native of Alexandria, Lousiana. His parents were the late Claude Roberts and Dorothy Mae (Coleman) Roberts.  He is survived by his wife, Jo Ann (Burkes) Roberts of Auburntown; son, Sean Christopher (Candice) Roberts of Zachary, LA; step-sons, Marty (Karen) Burkes of Walker, LA and Kyle (Terry) Burkes-Garland of Columbia, TN; step-daughter, Tracie (Brian) Burkes Cupid of Denham Springs, LA; brothers, Micheal Dale (Becky) Roberts of Pineville, LA, Charles Ray (Wanda) Roberts of Woodbury, Carl Lee Roberts of Baker, LA; sister, Lelia Gale (Jack) Gonzales of Zachary, LA; a special friend who served with him in the Army, Joey (Brenda) Nemjo of Milton, FL; grandchildren, Jesse Connor, Regina (B.J.) McIntyre, Amber (Cory) Winburn, Shelby Roberts, Bayleigh Roberts, Phillip Roberts, Corey Mae Roberts, Tristin Burkes, Cody Johnson and three great grandchildren.  Mr. Roberts was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church and a retired carpenter. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during Vietnam and a member of the Disabled American Veterans and American Legion. One of his favorite pass times was collecting Civil War relics and studying it's history. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. It was said he loved people and never met a stranger.  Visitation will be held Sunday, July 18, 2010 from 2-8 PM at Smith Funeral Home. Following the visitation here he will be transported to the Port Hudson National Cemetery in Zachary, LA for full military honors and burial later this week. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the A.S.P.C.A. contact Smith Funeral Home for details.

SHERRIE FAYE (COOK) KEE    

Sherrie Faye (Cook) Kee, 66, resident of Somerville, retired District Convenient Store Manager and wife of R. C. Kee died July 16, 2010 at her residence following an extended illness.       Services for Mrs. Kee were Sunday, July 18th at the Peebles Main Funeral Chapel in Somerville, TN with interment in the Fayette County Memorial Park Cemetery on Hwy 64 at Oakland, TN.  A visitation was from 6 to 8 PM Saturday at the Peebles Main Chapel.  Mrs. Kee was born on November 6, 1943, in Woodbury to the late Palmer J. Cook, Sr. and the late Ira Elkins Cook.      In her earlier years, Mrs. Kee was educated in the Cannon County Public School System before moving to Somerville, TN.  She was the Manager of Bull Market Convenience Store of Somerville, Tennessee for eight years.  A Christian and member of Somerville Church of Christ, Mrs. Kee enjoyed gardening, yard work and cooking.        In addition to her husband, Mrs. Kee leaves her daughter: Candace Faith Johnson of Jackson, TN, three sisters: Wilma Prater of Clarksville, TN, Louise Lovvorn of McMinnville, TN, Sue Redmon of McMinnville, a brother: P. J. Cook, Jr. of Woodbury, two grandchildren: Ryan Puckett and Heath Puckett, both of Dallas, TX.  Mrs. Kee was preceded in death by her children Lisa Faye Dickens and Doran Puckett and her brother, Edward Arnold Cook.  Memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society. Peebles Fayette County Funeral Homes & Crematory Main Chapel—Somerville, TN 901-465-3535

NORMA (JOHNSON) GANNON

     Mrs. Norma (Johnson) Gannon, 66, of Woodbury died July 4, 2010 after an extended illness. She was a native of Cannon County. Her parents are Benjamin Burton "B.B" Johnson and Wilma (Hale) Johnson.  She is survived by her husband, Jackie Gannon of Woodbury; son, Russell Gannon of Nashville; a daughter & son-in-law, Melanie & Jeff Fann of Woodbury; her parents, B.B. & Wilma Johnson of Woodbury; two brothers, Gary (Linda)Johnson of Murfreesboro and Gerald Johnson of Warren; as well as, three grandchildren, Justin Fann, Jordan Fann and Kristin Fann.  Mrs. Gannon was a member of the Church of Christ. She was a graduate of the Woodbury Central High School. She was a consultant for Home Interior Products. Graveside services will be held July 6, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery. James McDonald officiated. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Caris Hospice or the American Heart Assoc. 

CHARLES WINFRED "GEORGE" NORTHCUTT

     Mr. Charles "George" Northcutt, 80, died June 30, 2010. He was a native of Cannon County and had lived in McMinnville for the last fourteen years. His parents were the late Joe Loughry "Pete" Northcutt and Lera Mae (Tilford) Northcutt. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Coleen (King) Northcutt and second wife, Margaret (Boyd) Northcutt; daughters, Sherryl Northcutt and Barbara Northcutt; a brother, Foster Northcutt and a sister, Jean Alexander.  He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Deborah & Tim Watson of Hendersonville; a brother, Dick & Isabell Northcutt of Brentwood; a sister, Carol Banta of Gatlinburg; grandchildren, Marc Charles Elliot, Monique Johnson, Martinique Klien, T. J. Watson and Melody Watson, as well as, seven great grandchildren.  Mr. Northcutt was a member of the Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving during the Korean War. He moved from Woodbury to Council Bluff, Iowa where he lived for about 30 years, before returning to McMinnville, Tennessee to live. He enjoyed going to the McMinnville Senior Center and playing pool with friends.  Funeral services will be held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel at 1 PM on July 5, 2010 .  Hunter Hay officiated.  Interment followed in the Riverside Garden. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the McMinnville Senior Center.  

BARBARA GAYLE NORTHCUTT 
     Mrs. Barbara Gayle Northcutt, 54, died May 24, 2009. She was born in Woodbury, TN and died in Miami, FL. She preceded her father, Charles "George" Northcutt, in death. She was preceded in death by her mother, Coleen (King) Northcutt and a sister, Sherryl Northcutt. 
She is survived by a son, Marc Charles Elliott; two daughters, Monique Johnson and Martinique Klien; a sister, Deborah & Tim Watson.   She was member of the Christian faith. She lived in Council Bluff, Iowa for many years. She graduated the Nancy Bounds Modeling School. She was selected as Misses Texas at one point in her life.  The family will receive visitors on Monday, July 5, 2010 from 11-1 PM at Smith Funeral Home. An interment service will be held at Riverside Garden on Monday at the same time as her father's, Charles "George" Northcutt interment service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Brothers of the Good Shepard.  Contact Smith Funeral Home for details. 

GLADYS FAYE CATES

      Gladys Faye (Melton) Cates, 79 yrs, passed away on June 19th, 2010.  She was presently a patient at Vanco Manor Nursing Center in Goodlettesville and had resided in Greenbrier and Woodbury.  She was preceded in death by parents Annie Louise and John Wiley Melton of Woodbury; husband Edward H. Cates, Sr.; sons Edward H Cates, Jr. of Woodbury and Roger Dale Turner of Huntsville; brothers John Wiley Melton, Jr. Charles (Tet) Melton, James (Bub) Melton and Roy Randel Melton. She is survived by a brother Sam Melton of Murfreesboro; daughters Debbie (Ray) Rooker of Murfreesboro, Peggy Smith of Greenbrier, Kim (Ralph) White of Mississippi and one son Roger (Nancy ) Turner of Greenbrier. She is also survived by grandchildren Brandi (Rooker) Goin; Angie Smith; Richard White; April, Mandy & Julie White; and all of her beloved great-grand children, sister in laws, nieces and nephews she loved so very much; as well as her best friend and dog, Pepie.  Memorial services were held June 23, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Herb Alsup officiated. 

FLORENCE O. ADAMS

     Florence O. Adams, 69, of Murfreesboro died June 3, 2010.  She was born April 2, 1941 in Woodbury, TN at the Good Samaritian Hospital.  She was delivered by her grandfather, Dr. J. F. Adams, who built the hospital.  Her parents were the late Fred Olin Adams and Jean Adams Blankenship.  She is survived by her sister, Georgena Wade of Gallatin; nephews, Bill & Connie Wade of Gallatin, Bob & Tara Wade of Hendersonville & Mark Wade of Nashville; niece, Amy & Adam Harrison of Castalian Springs;  great nephews and nieces, Ashley Freeman of Gallatin, Timmy Freeman of Chicago, IL, Aaron Downs of Castalian Springs, Seaira Ford of Cookeville, Zachary Harrison of Castalian Springs, Megan Wade of Gallatin, Hunter Harrison of Castalian Springs, Grace Ann Wade of Hendersonville, Thomas Harrison of Castalian Springs and Maggie Wade of Hendersonville.  Miss Adams grew up in Woodbury and graduated Woodbury Central High School in 1959.  She also graduated from MTSU in 1965.  She attended the North Boulevard Church of Christ.  She enjoyed basketball, wood carving and painting.  Funeral  services were held June 6, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Gerald Coggin officiated.  Interment followed in Thyatira Cemetery. 

CHARLES KING

     Charles Maurice King, 77, of Bradyville died May 16, 2010 after an extended illness.  He was born Sept. 20, 1932 in Nashville, TN.  His parents were the late Finley Bynum King and Emma May (Harris) King.  He is also preceded in death by a brother, Finley King.     Survivors include two sons, Mark D. King of Bradyville and Steven C. King of Thompson Station; four daughters, Linda Gail Crabtree of Sutter Creek, CA, Angie L. Johnson of Mokelumne Hill, CA, Tina G. Larson of Fairfield, CA and Gina S. Johnson of Mokelumne Hill, CA; two brothers, Edgar King of Nashville and Harold King of North Carolina; fourteen grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  Mr. King served in the U. S. Navy during the Korean War.  He was described as always having a smile and a good outlook on life.  He was a talented artist that developed archtectural drawings, logos and designs.  The family will hold a private service at a later date.

PATRICIA BARRETT

     Patricia (Davenport) Barrett, 63, of Woodbury died May 15, 2010 at her home. She was born Feb. 8, 1947 in Cannon County. Her parents were the late Robert Benjamin Davenport and Lola (Cooper) Davenport.  She is survived by her husband of nearly 48 years, John P. Barrett of Woodbury, daughter, Melissa & Barry Bogle of Woodbury; son, Joe Don Barrett of Bradyville; daughter, Mandy Barrett of Bradyville; brothers, Hoppy & Helen Davenport of Woodbury, Dwight & Carol Davenport of Murfreesboro; sister, Lynne & Med Foster of Woodbury; six grandchildren, 1 step-grandchild; one great grandchild and one step-great grandchild.  She was a Baptist and worked for the Woodbury Nursing Center for almost 30 years. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society. Contact Smith Funeral Home to make a donation. Graveside services were held on May 17, 2010 at the Fugitt Cemetery. Van Nichols officiated. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

MARY KATHERINE GRIMMETT     

     Mary Katherine (Dodson) Grimmett, 73, of Woodbury died May 15, 2010. She was born June 13, 1936 in Whitwell, TN. Her parents were the late Noah Jarvis Dodson and Clarine (Nunley) Dodson. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Boyd Grimmett, Jr., daughter, Neva Grimmett, and brother, Tommy Dodson.     She is survived by sons, Chuck & Beverly Grimmett of Lascassas, Sonny & Jody Grimmett of Christiana and Steve Grimmett of Morrison; daughter, Shandra & Randy Lorance of Woodbury; granddaughter, Melissa Grimmett of Woodbury; brother, Kenny & Gloria Dodson of McMinnville; sisters, Faye Ventura of Ohio, Judy Scicolone of Murfreesboro, Nancy & Johnny Scruggs of Palmer, Wendy & Charlie Robinson of McMinnville and Shaune McKnight of McMinnville; eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  Funeral services were held May 17, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Jim Blevins officiated and interment followed in Riverside Cemetery. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net (615)563-5337

ROY AARON WEBSTER

     Mr. Roy Aaron Webster, 60, of Woodbury died at his home April 20, 2010. He was born in McMinnville, TN on January 4, 1950. His parents were the late Newel N. Webster and Wilda E. (Johnson) Webster.  He is survived by two daughters, Mary Katherine (Webster) Leonard and Megan Rochelle (Webster) & son-in-law, Richie Davis all of Woodbury; a sister, Sandra (Webster) Johnson; five grandchildren, Colton Sean Leonard, Curtis Charles Hammatt, Jr, Lily Ansley Davis, Jack Webster Davis, Rose Amelia Davis and three great grandchildren, Logan Hammatt, Kyle Hammatt, Sarah Hammatt; life long best friends and closest persons to being a brother, Arthur Taylor and Stafford Taylor both of Murfreesboro;  nieces, Karen Tejas, LeAnne Perez and Teresa Taylor all of McMinnville; nephew, Kenneth McKnight of Murfreesboro; 12 great nieces and nephews and 5 great great nieces & nephews.   Mr. Webster and his family moved from McMinnville when he was young. He grew up in and around Murfreesboro. Spending time at the lake and water skiing were favorite pass times. He enjoyed all types of sports and playing cards. In years past he worked for Florida Brothers Auto Parts in Murfreesboro. He later owned and operated an automotive paint store. Working on his farm, raising walking horses and cattle were things he loved to do.  Memorial services were held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel on April 29, 2010. T. B. Gentry officiated with other friends and family offering rememberances.

PAULINE THOMAS

      Mrs. Pauline Thomas, 83, of Woodbury passed away Friday, April 23, 2010 after a short illness. She is preceded in death by her parents Charlie Lee Herman and Mary Jane Lawrence; son, Allen Dale Hall; husband, Shelah Thomas; two brothers, Charles Robert Herman and John Lee Herman; step-children, Nadine Smith, Lucille Prater and Agnes Nichols.           She is survived by sons, Thomas (Debra) Hall of Woodbury, William (Betty) Hall of Murfreesboro; daughter, Mary Jane (Billy) Trail of Murfreesboro; daughter-in-law, Carol Hall of Murfreesboro; step-sons, Allen Thomas of Mississippi and Arlis Thomas of Woodbury; step-daughters, Mazel Hughes of Woodbury, Thelma Hicks of Nashville; sister, Lillie Lorene Powell of Woodbury; grandchildren, Sarah & Rebecca Hall, Brenda Lynn Rowland, April Dawn Hall, Carrie (Jeff) Mummert, Michael (Bonnie) Trail, Billy (Janette) Rogers, Jonathan Hall, Tommy Hall, Christopher Hall, several nieces and nephews, several great grandchildren and numerous friends.  Mrs. Thomas was a member of the Bellwood Baptist Church. She was a retired chair maker in Cannon County. She loved quilting and basket weaving as well.  Funeral services were April 25, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Kenneth Hale officiated. Interment was in Leoni Cemetery.

BUDDY TODD

     Buddy Todd was born January 14, 1926 in the Burt Community to Lawton and Mary (Thomas) Todd. He grew there on the family farm, attended grade school, was a graduate of Woodbury Central High School and attended State Teachers College. He was a member of the Church of Christ, had served as an Elder at the Bethlehem Church of Christ and was a devoted husband. He married Ann Ward in 1948, was a farmer, a service manager of Alexander Chevorlet and a partner in Woodbury Builder Supply.  He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ann Todd of Woodbury; two sons, Steve Todd of Woodbury, Bruce & Cindi Todd of Murfreesboro; six grandsons, Stephen & Amber Todd of Wrangell, Alaska, Dr. Jeff & Paula Todd of Woodbury, Rob Todd of Murfreesboro, John & Whitney Todd of Stevenville, Montana, Jay Todd of Murfreesboro and Reed Todd of Murfreesboro. He has five great grandchildren, two nieces and one nephew and many friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Thomas Edward Todd and James Ross Todd.  Funeral services were held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel April 16, 2010. Herb Alsup officiated and interment was in Riverside Garden. Grandsons were pallbearers. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Short Mountain Bible Camp or the Billy Smith Preacher Scholarship.

HORTON ELROD

     Mr. Horton Elrod, 79, of the Porterfield Community of Cannon County died March 28, 2010. He was born Sept. 24, 1930. He is preceded in death by his parents Thomas Montgomery Elrod and Shellie (Sneed) Elrod. He was also preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law that raised him after the death of his parents, Clark & Willie (Hoover) Elrod; also by brothers, Austin Elrod, Rye Elrod, McKeller Elrod, Woodrow Elrod, Burly Elrod, Walter Elrod, Eag Elrod and Howard Elrod; sisters, Jean Brown, Frances Johnson, Madeline Campbell, Minnie Elrod and Elaine Shirley.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Elrod of Porterfield; step-son, John & Vivian Dorris of Milton; step-daughter, Ann & Kerry Stinson of Smyrna; grandchildren, Winston, Rachel and Houston Dorris; sister, Jane Smithson of Milton; niece, Shellie & Donnie Pelham of Bradyville; as well as, several other nieces and nephews.  Mr. Elrod was a member of the Antioch Church of Christ. Mr. Elrod was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving during the Korean War.  He worked for the Armour Cheese Plant and for the Stock Barn in years past. He has been a life long farmer breeding and raising horses and cattle. A long time Farm Bureau member and a member of the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders and Exhibitors Association and was a noted breeder within the Association. He trained and raised the following outstanding horses to show at the Walking Horse Celebration; Sun's Midnight Mark, Go Boy's Cannonball E., Nationwide Pride, Pusher's Misty Star, My Midnight Ann, Go Boy's Splendor and many other fine horses. He enjoyed having his family take part and spend time in the training, breeding and raising of the horses and cattle on his farm.  Funeral services were March 31, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Hunter Hay, Dr. Julian Suggs and Marlin Rohrbaugh will officiate.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the American Heart Assoc.

BETTY E. GILLEY

     Betty E. Gilley, 93, of Woodbury died March 25, 2010. She was born June 4, 1916 in Coffee County, TN. Her parents were the late Will French and Lydia "Liddie" (Earls) French. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Dan P. Gilley; sons, Randall Gilley and Almet P. Gilley; grandchildren, Betty L. Gilley, Beverly Gilley and Bruce Gilley; great grandchildren, Kate Gilley and Greyson Barker and all her brothers and sisters.  Survivors include three sons, Bob & Vicki Gilley of Manchester, Lyle Max Gilley of Manchester and Gary & Melissa Gilley of Lascassas; three daughters, Jean & Bill Goodman of Woodbury, Joy Spain of Joelton and Vivian & Mike Thomas of Wartrace; twenty-one grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.  Mrs. Gilley's life was spent in the Coffee & Cannon County area attending many local churches and she was a devout Christian. She worked at the Colonial Shirt Factory for over 30 years. She was very skilled at sewing and quilting. She made all of her grandchildren a quilt. Gardening and cooking were also favorite pass times. She cooked at the Senior Citizen's Center for a long time. Spending time with her family were her most cherished moments. Funeral services were held March 27, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Joe Herbert Sissom officiated and interment was in Gilley Hill Cemetery. Her grandsons served as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Gilley Hill Cemetery Fund. 

ERNEST "BUTCH" YOUNG

     Mr. Ernest Howard "Butch" Young, 63, died Tues. March 23, 2010 at his home following an extended illness.  A native of White County and Woodbury resident, he began working for the former Good Samaritan Hospital in 1966 then continued his work for Stones ver Hospital until 2003 when he became disabled by renal failure.  He was a member of the Leoni Church of Christ. He preached at several small congregations in Cannon County before assuming a part in the leadership at the Leoni congregation where he first served as a deacon then as an elder for more than 20 years before resigning due to his declining health.  He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Louella Jernigan Young of Woodbury; one son, Keith Foster (Teena) Young of McMinnville; one daughter, Karen Nicole (Ryan) Duggin of Murfreesboro; his mother, Ethel Rich Young who has resided with him for the past several years; two granddaughters, Morgan Faith and Hannah Grace Young; three brothers, James Creed "Bo" Young and Robert Wayne Young of Sparta, Danny Thomas (Debbie) Young of Smithville.  He was preceded in death by one son, Kevin Duane Young and his father, Ernest Haskel Young.  Funeral services were held March 26,2010 at the Leoni Church of Christ his son Keith Young, officiated. Burial was in the Leoni Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Leoni Cemetery Trust Fund. 

RACHEL NADINE (MILLIGAN) HILLSTROM & JACK LIDBERG HILLSTROM

     Rachel was born to Bill & Nanny Milligan on December 28, 1922 in Woodbury, Tennessee. She was one of eleven children. Preceded in death by brothers, Brown Milligan and Billy Milligan and recently by a sister, Sammye Tenpenny. She graduated from Cannon County High School as the Valedictorian and moved to Chicago where she met Jack.  Jack was born to Carl & Anna Hillstrom on June 1, 1917 in New Rockford, North Dakota. He was one of seven children. Preceded in death by brothers, Bernard Hillstrom, Gordon Hillstrom and Virgil Hillstrom and by sisters, Helen Packard and Louella Sanville.  Jack was in the Army when they met and they were married in Woodbury on March 25, 1944 shortly before he was sent over seas during WWII. Upon his return from the war they began their life together in Tennessee. They moved to Minnesota and lived and worked there for many years until their retirement. Then they headed south to the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and spent over 20 years enjoying life. Rachel enjoyed clogging, country line dancing and wrote beautiful poems for friends and family. While Jack enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his pals, shooting pool and reading his western books. They were a great team with good morals and pride combined with humor and common sense. They shared 62 years of marriage together before Rachel passed on May 18, 2006. Jack followed on September 14, 2009.  They are survived by their three children: Jack Hillstrom & spouse Thoy of Minnesota, Bill Hillstrom of Tennessee and Beverly Hillstrom-Bean & spouse Dennis of California; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Also surviving Rachel are brothers, Jack Milligan of McMinnville and Jimmy Milligan of Cocoa Beach, FL; sisters, Margie Lorance of Charlotte, NC; Quixie Carroll of Manchester, Shirley Tate of Merritt Island, FL, Betty Billings of McMinnville and Helon Gentry of Woodbury. Surviving Jack also, is his sister, Ione Klocke of North Dakota.  A memorial service was held at Smith Funeral Home on March 25, 2010.  Followed by a graveside service at Leoni Cemetery. The U. S. Military Honor Guard was present to fold the flag and present it to the family.

JESSIE BURR JACKSON

      Mrs. Jessie Burr (Alexander) Jackson, 67, of Murfreesboro died March 4, 2010. She was a native of Cannon County, born in Readyville on April 23, 1942. Her parents were the late Jesse Clyde "Jake" Alexander and Eunice Mildred (Finley) Alexander. She is preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Ray Little and sister, Marlene Taylor.  Survivors include her husband, J T Jackson of Murfreesboro; son and daughter-in-law, Ricky Joe & Pat Alexander of LaVergne; daughter, Jana Faye Smith of LaVergne; step-sons, Curtis Little, Jr. of Murfreesboro, Ron & Peggy Jackson, David & Sheryl Jackson; step-daughter, Cindy McCormick all of Murfreesboro; brothers, Robert Wiley "Buddy" & Eldra Alexander of Woodbury, Gerry Alexander of Hillsboro; sisters, Lillian & Richmond Alexander of Woodbury, Elaine Martin of Woodbury; Mary Dale & Buddy Clark of LaVergne; one granddaughter, Joanna Wilkes of LaVergne; step-grandchildren, Calvin McCormick, Blake McCormick, Chris Jackson, Brett Jackson, Olivia Jackson, Alyse Jackson, Madeline Jackson, Danielle Jackson, Shannon Hipp, Joey Hipp and Scotty Hipp; step-great grandchildren, Bradley Jackson, Bethany Jackson and Ali Grace Jackson; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.  Mrs. Jackson was a member of the Church of Christ. She was co-owner of Curtis Little & Associates Insurance. She also worked for many years at Genesco and General Electric.  Funeral services were Mar. 7, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Tim Alexander officiated and interment was in Riverside Cemetery.

JOSEPH FOY

    Mr. Joseph Foy, 72, of Woodbury, died March 4, 2010 after a prolonged illness and a brief stay in the Hospice at the Murfreesboro VA. He was born November 14, 1937 in Long Island, NY. His parents were the late Edward Foy and Gladys (Kalista) Foy. He served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years and was an over the road trucker for fifty years.  He is survived by daughters, Sara Foy of Murfreesboro, Kasey Foy of Iowa, Stephanie Grimes of Nebraska, Corina Crumbly of Alabama and a son, Joseph Foy, Jr. of Alabama; also survived by his life partner, Carole Johanson of Woodbury; four sisters and five brothers of New York, New Jersey, Texas and Florida.  Joe has chosen to be cremated with no viewing or service. His ashes will be scattered in the Carribbean. Memorials to his life may be made to Smith Funeral Home for more details call (615)563-5337.  

CLARENCE DAVENPORT

     Clarence B. Davenport, 98, of Woodbury died Feb. 18, 2010. He was born Aug. 31, 1911 in Cannon County, TN. His parents were the late Ellis Davenport and Samantha (Travis) Davenport. He is preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Pearl (Shipp) Davenport; sons, Freddie Davenport and Wayne Davenport; brothers, Cebern "Ben" Davenport and McKinley Davenport; sisters, Duff Mingle, Mamie Tenpenny, Clara Mae McKnight and Myrtle Clarr.  He is survived by sons, Ralph Davenport of Connecticut, C. W. & Linda Davenport of Murfreesboro, Melvin & Linda Davenport, Bobby & Kathleen Davenport, Thad Davenport and Lynn Davenport all of Woodbury; daughters, Mary Frances McFerrin of Woodbury and Judy & James Norrell of Hill City, GA; brother, Guy Davenport of Texas; sisters, Mildred Reed of Readyville, Odie Miller of Murfreesboro; 18 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.  Mr. Davenport was a member of the Sanders Fork Baptist Church. He had served as a Cannon County School Board Member for the Second District. He was a lifelong farmer. Working in his garden, cutting and baling hay were things he loved to do, even up until his passing. He was known to be a hard working man. 
Graveside services were held at Riverside Garden on Feb. 21, 2010. Charles McKnight officiated. Memorial donations are requested to the Sanders Fork Baptist Church or The Davenport Cemetery Fund.

ROBERT SIMPSON

     Robert Douglas Simpson, 75, of Woodbury died Feb. 16, 2010.  He was born in the Burt Community of Cannon County on April 10, 1934. His parents were the late Hillary Simpson and Eunice (Jones) Simpson. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Sterling Simpson and Alva Simpson and by three sisters, Dorothy Collins, Ellen Brandon and Opal Sanders.  He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Gannon) Simpson; daughter, Virginia & Mitch Purvis; sister, Geneva Brandon all of Woodbury; six grandchildren, Jason & Gayle Owen, Josh Owen, Jesse Owen, Sean Owen, Nicole Owen and James Purvis; two great grandchildren & two step great grandchildren, Tessa Owen, Marley Owen, Silas Choate and Canden Choate.  Mr. Simpson was a member of the Smith Grove Church of Christ. He served as Cannon County Sheriff from 1964-1968, 1974-1978, 1986-1994. He also worked at the Cannon County Highway Department, serving as the Assistant Road Superintendent. He served as a Cannon County Commissioner. He was a charter member of the Middle Tennessee Mule Skinners Association.  Funeral services were held at the Woodbury Church of Christ on Feb. 19, 2010.  Herb Alsup and Doyle Sadler officiated. Interment was in Riverside Garden.  Pallbearers were Josh Owen, Jesse Owen, Jason Owen, Bobby Simpson, Billy Simpson and Jimmy Simpson. Honorary pallbearers will be Buddy Black, James Purvis, Sean Owen, Ray Nichols, Bobby Smith, Mike Gannon, Dwayne Prater, Clarence Gilley, Don Stluka, Jerry Pelham, Dorris Estes, Dr. Leon Reuhland, Hoppy Davenport, Harold Patrick, Pap Mitchell and Bill Smith.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Smith Grove Church of Christ Building Fund or Cannon County High School Athletic Dept.

JAMES RUSSELL TODD

     James Russell "Red" Todd, 55, of Woodbury died February 11, 2010. He was born in Cannon County December 4, 1954. His parents were the late Willie Lee Todd and Jessie Virginia (Lowe) Todd. He is also preceded in death by a brother, Ray David Todd and a sister, Ginger Lynn Vickers. Survivors include two sons, Justin Todd and Devin Tribble of Woodbury; two daughters, Tonya Fowler of Tullahoma and Lisa Winslow of Manchester and nine grandchildren.  Mr. Todd worked at MTSU in the maintenance department for many years. He enjoyed shooting pool.    Graveside services were held at Parker Hill Cemetery Feb. 16, 2010.  T.B. Gentry officiated.  In lieu of flowers the family requests dontaions to assist with funeral expenses.   

RAYMOND PAUL RIGBY

     Raymond Paul Rigby, Sr., 68, of Woodbury died February 11, 2010. He was a native of Indianapolis, IN and was born November 2, 1941. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clem Ute Rigby & Zenal Rigby; three sons, Donald Rigby, James Howard Rigby, Johnny Rigby; brothers, Donald Rigby, Robert Rigby, Richard Rigby, Clem Rigby; step-grandsons, Jeffery Johnson and Dwayne Johnson, Jr; step-great granddaughter, Jordan Leann Johnson.
He is survived by his son, Ray Rigby; step-sons, Terry Allen and Jackie Warrenburg all of Indianapolis; a daughter, Darlene Sue Kerns of Wheatfield, IN; step-daughters, Donna Johnson of Woodbury, Karen Suiter of Indianapolis; a brother, John Rigby of Greenfield, IN; sister, Juanita Rigby of Champagne, IL; four grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and four great grandchildren.     Mr. Rigby was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked as a painter for many years. The family will hold a commital service at a later date. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net (615)563-5337

EUGENE "BUCK" ROGERS

     Mr. Eugene "Buck" Rogers, 69, of Woodbury died Feb. 7, 2010. He was born March 10, 1940 in Cannon County, TN. His parents were the late Tommie Eugene Rogers and Nessie Mae (Knox) Rogers. He is also preceded in death by his father-in-law, James Mingle, a sister, Nancy Bell Rogers and a great granddaughter, Alyssa Olfat.  He is survived by his wife Virgina (Mingle) Rogers of Woodbury; a son, Tommy & Stacey Rogers of Chicago, IL; two daughters, Christie & Ahmad Olfat of Brentwood and Leanne & Art Hancock of Spring Hill; four grandsons, Brandon & Elizabeth Olfat, Daniel Olfat, Lucas Olfat and Hunter Hancock; two granddaughters, Bella Rogers and Heidi Rogers; a sister Ruby Rogers of Woodbury and his mother-in-law, Christine Mingle.  He was a member of the West High Street Church of Christ. He worked for Vanderbilt Medical Center for 38 years, he also worked for the Williamson Medical Center, Dickson County Hospital and General Hospital. He left a legacy of coaching community sports in Franklin. He was instrumental in establishing a central location for the Franklin Little League Football program. He was also a member of the Optimist Club of Franklin. Funeral services were held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel Feb. 9, 2010 Jack Bailey and Mance Davis officiated.  Interment was in Thyatira Cemetery  Feb. 10, 2010.

MABEL CARTER

     Mrs. Mabel (Paschal) Carter, 77, formerly of Woodbury died Jan. 10, 2010 in Wayne, Michigan.  She was born Jan. 20, 1932 in Readyville, TN.  Her parents were the late Charlie Joshua Paschal and Eppie Anne (Campbell) Paschal.  She is also preceded in death by a brother, Edward Paschal and a sister, Ada Pitts.  Survivors include her two sons, Dan & Rosemary Carter of Michigan and Jerry & Cindy Carter of Arizona; a sister, Christine Pitts of Murfreesboro; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren; nieces, Mary Pitts and Sarah Zapotocky. Graveside services were held Jan. 16, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice.  

LUCILLE BUTNER

     Mrs. Lucille (Cooper) Butner, 78, of Murfreesboro died Jan. 5, 2010.  She is preceded in death by her parents, James Kelton Cooper and Dovie Aline (Ford) Cooper; her husband, Roy Butner and a son, David Butner.  Survivors include her son, Ronald Butner and daughter, Brenda Kay Rowe; sisters, Joyce Hayes of Murfreesboro and Louise Tenpenny of Murfreesboro; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Graveside services were held Jan. 9, 2010 at the Thyatira Cemetery.  Howard Knox, Jr. officiated.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. 

LARRIE MORTON

     Mr. Larrie Delmer Morton, 69, of Bradyville died Jan. 2, 2010. He was born Sept. 3, 1940 in Peebles, Ohio. His parents were the late Delmer Morton and Beryl (Overly) Morton. He is also preceded in death by two brothers.  He is survived by his wife, Linda Morton of Bradyville; three sons, Doug & Julie Morton of Murfreesboro, Bill Morton and Scott Morton of Ohio; two daughters, Teresa Waugh and Sherry Moccabee of Ohio; a sister, Janet Steary of Murfreesboro and eleven grandchildren.  Mr. Morton was a veteran of the U. S. Navy. He loved to go fishing with his wife and Loved The Lord. In years past he had worked for Tilford Lumber, Cannon County Sportswear and Cumberland Swan.  Funeral services were held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel Jan. 5, 2010.  Rev. E.L. Williams officiated and interment was in Coleman Cemtery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to assist with funeral expenses.

CHRISTINE PATRICK

     Mrs. Christine Patrick, 86, of Woodbury died December 31, 2009. She was born August 3, 1923 in Cannon County. Her parents were the late Manuel Mayo and Callie (Bogle) Mayo. She is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, White Patrick; a son, Dale Patrick; twin sister, Lorene Cummings and two brothers, Clem Mayo and Burley Mayo. Survivors include her two sons and daughters-in-law, Harold and Sue Patrick of Woodbury, Buford and Debbie Patrick of Petersburg, TN; three grandchildren, Brent Patrick of Shelbyville, Pam Cunningham of Pocahontus and Patti Jacobs of Woodbury; five great grandchildren, BreAnne Patrick, Matthew Patrick, Chianne Cunningham, Dakota Cunningham and Patrick Jacobs.      Mrs. Patrick was a member of the Church of Christ. Her favorite pass time was reading The Bible. Funeral services were held Jan. 1, 2010 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Steve Watts officiated and interment was in Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Vanderbilt Children's Hospital, the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery Fund or a charity of your choice. Contact Smith Funeral Home to make a donation.

ARNOLD COOK

     Mr.  Arnold Cook, 76, of Woodbury died December 24, 2009 in McMinnville, TN.  He was born January 9, 1933 in Woodbury, TN.  His parents were the late Palmer J. Cook and Ira (Elkins) Cook.  He is survived by a brother, P.J. (Mary Jean) Cook of Woodbury; four sisters, Wilma (Edmond) Prater of Clarksville; Louise Lovvorn of McMinnville; Sue Redmon of McMinnville and Sherrie Faye (R.C.) Kee of Summerville, TN.  Mr. Cook lived in Woodbury 75 years and about the last year in McMinnville.  He was a member of the Church of Christ and  attended the Unity Church of Christ.  He was a minister for over 50 years.  He was elected to serve as Cannon County Trustee in years past.  He also owned and operated a furniture store until his retirement.  He was also a skilled checker player.  He attended and played in checker tournaments all over the country.  Funeral services were Dec. 27, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Al Bugg, Roger Hamlet and Dorris Hughes officiated.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Unity Church of Christ building fund.   

CAROL ANN ALTHEN    

     Miss Carol Ann Althen, 65, of Woodbury died Dec. 12, 2009. She was a native of Buffalo, NY born Sept. 2, 1944. Her parents were the late Elijah J. Althen and Olive C. (Osaida) Althen.  She is survived by a niece Charlotte & Ken Marx of Woodbury and one brother, Charles Althen of NY.  She attended the Smith Grove Church of Christ and was a beloved aunt. Graveside services were held Dec. 14, 2009 at the McMahan Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to assist with funeral expenses.

RUBY PARKER

     Mrs. Ruby Bell (Miller) Parker, 95, of Coffee County died Dec. 10, 2009. She was born Jan. 14, 1914. Her parents were the late George Washington Miller and Alice (Carr) Miller. Also, preceding her in death are her husband, Garrett Leighton Parker; three brothers, Clark Miller, Chester Miller and Vine Miller; five sisters, Bertha Hickerson, Beulah Woods, Charlie McBride, Alma Miller and an infant sister.  Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Jackie & Blonda Parker of Manchester, Billy & Janice Parker of Murfreesboro and Bobby & Judy Parker of Murfreesboro; eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren and a special friend Beulah "Boots" Stone.  Mrs. Parker was born and raised in the Shady Grove community of Coffee County. She was a member of Lumley Stand Church of Christ. She was described as a good homemaker and caretaker. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crocheting, canning food. It was said that she was always busy doing things and couldn't sit still for three minutes. Funeral services were Dec. 12, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Billy Vaughn officiated. Interment was in Midway Cemetery.

LARRY D. BOGLE

     Mr. Larry D. Bogle, died November 29, 2009 at the age of 48. He was born April 22, 2009 in England. He was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie D. Bogle.  Survivors include his mother, Violet E. Bogle of Woodbury; a sister and brother-in-law, Diane & Junior Potter of Monroe, GA; a brother, Michael R. Bogle of Woodbury; three nephews and two nieces.  Mr. Bogle was a Baptist. He worked many years for Dewey Robinson at the Robinson Sawmill. He was an expert at grading logs and lumber. He enjoyed listening to music and collecting different types of bottles.  Funeral services were held Dec. 1, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Interment followed at Cherry Cemetery.

MISS MEGAN LACHELLE WILMOTH

     Miss Megan Lachelle Wilmoth died November 6, 2009 at the died age of 15. She was born January 25, 1994 in Baltimore, Maryland. She is preceded in death by a half-sister, Crystal Weaver and paternal grandfather, Calvin Weaver, Sr.  She is survived by her mother, Sandy Weaver of Woodbury and father, Calvin Weaver of Essex, MD; a twin sister, Melissa Wilmoth, also, sisters, Ashley Wilmoth and Robyn Wilmoth all of Woodbury; maternal grandfather, Joseph & Grace Wilmoth; maternal grandmother, Cheryl Wilmoth and paternal grandmother Barbara Weaver.  Megan was a freshman student at Cannon County High School. She was described as a computer whiz and loved to spend time texting, visiting with friends and hanging out at McDonalds. She attended Emerge Worship Center in Murfreesboro and was involved in the Merge Youth group. Troy Finley, William Elliott, Jr., William Elliott, Sr., Benjamin Roberts, Chad Odom and Johnathan Sherwood will serve as pallbearers.  Funeral services were held November 10, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Pastor Erik Hines officiated the services.

DANIEL CLARK PARKER

     Mr. Daniel "Danny" Clark Parker, 57, of Bradyville died October 20, 2009 at his home.  He was born January 13, 1953 in Murfreesboro, TN.  His parents were the late Milton C. Parker and Betty (Tilford) Parker Cayce.  He is survived by his step-father, Garry B. Cayce of Bradyville, daughter and son-in-law, Tammy & Brian Giles of Murfreesboro; four grandchildren; cousin and friend Jim & Renea Sabia of Woodbury, as well as, several others cousins.  Mr. Parker was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in the Vietnam War.  He worked in security for many years with Allied Security.  There are no services planned at this time.  The family asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made in his memory to assist with funeral expenses.

HASKELL HALEY

     Mr. Haskell Coolidge Haley, 85, died September 25, 2009 in Hoopeston, IL. Mr. Haley was born in Morristown, TN on January 11, 1924. His parents were the late Medford James Haley and Tennessee (Lewis) Haley. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude (Todd) Haley and a son, Danny Haley. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, William M. "Mike" & Marquita Haley of Oakwood, IL; daughter-in-law, Carol Haley of Urbana, IL; a sister, Pauline Campbell of Arkansas; a brother, James Haley of Tennessee; two grandsons, Michael and Tim Haley; two great grandchildren, Stephanie and Michael Lee Haley and several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Haley worked on local farms in the Potomac and Hoopeston, IL area until he retired. He served in the United States Army during WW II. Upon his return from the military he attended a trade carpentry school. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing and hunting.  Graveside services were held September 30, 2009 at Thyatira Cemetery. T. B. Gentry officiated. The U. S. Military Honor Guard will be in attendance to present the flag.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. Anderson Funeral Home Hoopeston, IL is handling arragements with Smith Funeral Home assisting locally.

LUCILLE TENPENNY

     Mrs. Lucille (Stephens) Tenpenny, 89, of Woodbury died September 7, 2009. She was born July 2, 1920 in Cannon County. Her parents were the late Joe Dillard Stephens and Delia (Melton) Stephens. She is also preceded in death by her husband, William Alex Tenpenny; two brothers, Jip Stephens and Clarence Stephens, Sr.; one half-brother, Thomas Burch; one sister, Eula May (Stephens) Moore and one half-sister, Thelma (Burch) Yates.  Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Danny Goff of Woodbury; a sister, Jodean (Stephens) Reel of Grayville, TN; three grandsons; Robert Ferrell of Woodbury, William Ferrell of Woodbury and Gregory Goff of Auburntown; also surviving are three great grandsons.  Mrs. Tenpenny was a member of the First Baptist Church. She was a retired employee of Magnatech. Funeral services were September 9, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Interment followed at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund by contacting Smith Funeral Home.

JEFF NICHOLS

     Jeff Nichols, 47, of Woodbury died September 2, 2009 at his home. He was born November 18, 1961 in Cannon County. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William Richmond W.R. & Lucille Nichols and maternal grandparents, James Clyde & Anna Bell Hughes. He is survived by his parents, W.R. and Jo Ann (Hughes) Nichols of Woodbury; two sons, Jeffery "Bubba" Nichols and Dustin Nichols both of Woodbury; two sisters, Arlene Wilson & Dewey Barrett of Woodbury and Julie Fitts & David Speakman of Smithville; the mother of his children Barbara Sue Nichols; mother & father-in-law, Troy & Jean Murphy; sister & brother-in-law Billy & Wanda Mayo; special uncles, Roy Nichols and Thomas Earl Nichols; special cousins Ruth Ann, Dennis, Lee Ann, Daniel Watts and Amber; three nieces, Andrea Davenport, Dana Davenport and Jennifer & Josh Keomonivong; one nephew, Derrick Fitts; one great niece, Jocelyn Kromonivong; two great nephews, Braxton Carter and Kelvin Keomonivong; special friend, J.C. Bailey and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  Mr. Nichols was a Baptist and worked for many years in bridge construction and as a tree surgeon. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool and spending time with his family and friends.  Funeral services were held on Sept. 5, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Bobby Nichols and Thomas Nichols officiating. Interment was in the Reed Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations through Smith Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses.

GOLDIE CAMPBELL

     Mrs. Goldie Campbell, 94, of Woodbury died August 31, 2009 at her home. She was born July 8, 1915 in Cannon County. Her parents were the late Robert Emery and Ollie (Todd) Emery. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Shelah Ray Campbell; three sons, Wayne Campbell, Shelah Ray Campbell, Jr. and Gary Michael Campbell; two brothers, Henry Emery and Ramon Emery; three sisters, Esta Mae Brandon, Lizzie Dee Mabe and Lucille Peden and by a grandson, Jeff King.  Survivors include four daughters and three sons-in-law, Beatrice & Morris Mathis of McMinnville, Lois (King) & Vernie Hooper of Knoxville, Gale Hawkins of Woodbury and Carol & Roger Pinson of Woodbury; a son, Mickey Campbell; one brother, John Burly Emery of McMinnville; one sister, Mabel Sciascia of Connecticut; sixteen grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren.  Mrs. Campbell was a member of the Pleasant View Baptist Church. She had worked at the Colonial Shirt Factory in years past. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, ceramics, gardening, canning, cooking and being outdoors.  Funeral services were Sept. 2, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Wade Campbell officiating. Interment followed at Center Hill Cemetery.

CAROLYN ZBOYAN

     Carolyn (Youngblood) Zboyan, 66, of Moultrie, GA died July 30, 2008 at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA.  She was born May 11, 1943 in Woodbury, TN.  Her parents were the late Estel Youngblood and Mildred (Thomas) Youngblood.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert John Zboyan and her son, Robert Estel Zboyan.  Survivors include one daughter, Linda Z. Webb and husband James of Brentwood, TN; one granddaughter, Jamie Webb.  She was a retired supervisor with Riverside Manufacturing and was of the Baptist faith.  Visitation will be held at the Cobb Funeral Chapel in Moultrie, GA Friday, July 31, 2009 from 6-8 PM.  Funeral services will be Saturday, August 1, 2009 at 11 AM also at the Cobb Funeral Chapel with Rev. Julian Griner officiating.  Interment will be in Center Hill Cemetery in Woodbury, TN.   Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Moultrie & Colquitt County, 1412 First St., N.E., Moultrie, GA 31768.     Smith Funeral Home is in charge of local interment.

CHARLES E. DANIELS

     Charles E. Daniels, 55, of Murfreesboro died July 27, 2009. He was born January 6 1954 in Nashville, TN. His parents were the late Charles and Minnie Alice (Ford) Daniels.  He is survived by his sisters, Shirley Kestner of Murfreesboro and Brenda Robinson of Murfreesboro; nieces, Lisa & David Smith of Woodbury, Sherry Kestner of Murfreesboro, Patty Boyd, Angela Little, Tammy Robinson and Tonya Robinson all of Murfreesboro; nephews, Matthew Kestner, Tony Robinson and Tim Robinson all of Murfreesboro; nineteen great nieces and nephews and five great great nieces and nephews.  Mr. Daniels attended the Penecostal Church. He worked as a brick mason. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 2 PM at the Mapleview Cemetery in Smyrna. Rev. Scott Armstrong will officiate. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to assist with the funeral expenses by contacting Smith Funeral Home at (615)563-5337. Condolences may be sent via www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

SOL BERGER

     Sol Berger, founder of Colonial Corporation of America with headquarters in Woodbury, died Saturday, July 25 at his home in Scarsdale, NY.  At age 36 Mr. Berger opened a shirt factory in Woodbury in 1947, first employing only a few people. The business grew rapidly. Soon the building was not large enough to house the operation and an addition was built. Then another, and yet another until Colonial Corporation of America employed more than 2,200 people in the plant here in Woodbury, 150 in Auburntown, and operated plants in other towns in the South, plus one in Jamaica. It is estimated that his factories in Cannon County pumped more than $200 million into our economy in the form of payroll checks alone. In today’s dollars, that would amount to more than $250 billion. For about 12 years from 1961 the employment at the Woodbury plant averaged around 1900 with an annual payroll of more than $3.35 million.  Sol was an active member of the Woodbury Lions Club all the time he lived here.  The Bergers, Sol and his wife Marley with their two daughters Renee and Sandye (Sandye was born in Woodbury) lived at the end of College Street across from the old high school.  Remembered as a warm, friendly man, Mr. Berger was a generous supporter of various programs and projects here. He was a great admirer and friend of Dr. J. F. Adams and helped with the financing of Adams Memorial Library when it was built in 1964. Later he and his family made significant contributions to the Arts Center of Cannon County.  In September, 1995 Sol and members of his family returned to Woodbury for a day of appreciation and homecoming during which hundreds of former employees and friends honored him and his family members.  Sol’s wife Marley died several years ago. He is survived by his daughters, Sandye and Renee as well as grandchildren.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 28 in New York City.
It is hoped that everyone who has any memory of Mr. Berger or has family that was effected by his presence here would write a card to the family expressing their appreciation for his life and mourning his death.  Such cards and letters may be sent to The Sol Berger Family, 2 Cooper Road, scarsdale, NY 10583. 

ANNIE MAE COX
      Mrs. Annie Cox, 86, of Woodbury died July 6, 2009. She was born February 15, 1923 in Cannon County. Her parents were the late Jim and Idee (Mitchell) Pinkerton. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Sanford H. Cox and four brothers, Henry "Gar" Pinkerton, Joseph "Cricket" Pinkerton, Samuel R. Pinkerton, Sr. and Willie R. "Candy" Pinkerton.  Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Young of Woodbury; as well as, four grandchildren, Danny (Angela) Young, Micheal (Lavanda) Young, Adam (Laura) Young and Matthew Young, four great grandchildren, sisters-in-law, Virginia Pinkerton of Woodbury and Marie Cox of Nashville; also several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Mrs. Cox was a member of the Water Street Church of Christ. She received her education in the Cannon County Schools, Holloway High School in Murfreesboro and went to college at A & I State, now known as TSU. She was a teacher with over 64 years of service, teaching with the Cannon County School System for over 60 years. She was a basketball coach for West Side School for many of those years also.  One of her favorite pass times was going to local basketball and baseball games.  Funeral services were conducted by Smith Funeral Home at the Woodbury Church of Christ on Friday, July, 10, 2009. Interment was in Hoover Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Annie Cox Memorial Scholarship by contacting Smith Funeral Home. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.   

ANNA MARIAN DAWSON

     Anna Marian Dawson, 87, of Woodbury died June 18, 2009. She was born in Manchester, Connecticut. She lived in Lakewood, New Jersey most of her life before moving to Woodbury. Her parents were the late James McFadden and Elizabeth (Milligan) McFadden. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Anderson Dawson. Survivors include her sons, Earl Dawson of Woodbury and Charles Dawson of Dinwiddie, VA; a brother, Russell McFadden and two sisters, Betty Waterson and Dora Speer who reside in Northern Ireland, as well as several nieces and nephews. She attended the Woodbury United Methodist Church. Her remains will be interred with her late husband in Dinwiddie, VA.

GARY L. TAYLOR

     Gary L. Taylor, 43, passed away June 14, 2009 at home with family and friends. He is survived by his parents, Rick & Mary Taylor, twin brother, Larry Taylor; sisters, Sheila Holt, Pam Cawthorn, Sharee Seiffert, and Lorrie Vogel; brother, Newton Wright all of Woodbury; special nieces and nephews, Ashley, Stacey, Matthew, Ryan, Lynn, Jennifer, Robbie, Heather, Wayne, Jacob, and Lacey; special friends, Sherry Taylor and James Kosirog and several great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Monday, June 15, 2009 from 4-8 PM at Smith Funeral Home. Graveside services were June 16, 2009 at Riverside Cemetery. Greg Mitchell officiated.

DORRIS "SLICK" NICHOLS

     Dorris "Slick" Nichols, 82, of Woodbury died June 8, 2009. He was born in Cannon County December 23, 1926. His parents were the late Benjamin Franklin Nichols and Daisy Brown Nichols. He was also preceded in death by a son, Roger Allen Nichols; a brother, Garland Nichols and a sister, Hazel Lefevers. Survivors include his wife, Johnnie Bell (Davenport) Nichols; two sons, Gayle Nichols of Woodbury and Randy Nichols of Murfreesboro and a daughter, Margarita Watts of Readyville, seven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. Mr. Nichols was a member of the Hillview Church of Christ. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army during World War II. He also served as the Cannon County Trustee in years past. Over the years he worked for the Armour Cheese Plant, Colonial Shirt Factory and Cummings Sign Company. He loved to go fishing with family and friends.  Funeral services were held June 12, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. David Watts and Tim Watts officiated. Interment followed in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Caris Hospice.

HILDA MAI MANIER

     Hilda Mai Manier died June 8, 2009 at the age of 50. She was a former long time resident of Woodbury. She was born in Lebanon, TN March 9, 1959. She was preceded in death by her father, Wade Douglas Manier; a brother, Mark Manier and a half-sister, Linda Givens. Survivors include her mother, Dorothy Nell (Baker) Manier Leach of McMinnville; four daughters, Channell Smith of McMinnville, Claudie Odom of Cookeville, Angela Givens of Carthage and Shalenia Odom; two brothers, Wayne Manier of McMinnville and Ricky Manier of McMinnville; three sisters, Barbara & Benton Hensley of Carthage, Debbie Manier and Sherry Lawson both of McMinnville; and two grandchildren, Kyrie Stone and Kydriel Smith. Miss Manier attended school at Carthage Elementary and High School. She had lived in Carthage and Woodbury and was a current resident of McMinnville.  Funeral services were held June 11, 2009 at in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Interment followed at Granville Cemetery in Jackson County. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to assist with funeral expenses through Smith Funeral Home.

JERRY W. POWELL

     Jerry W. Powell, 61, of Morrison died June 2, 2009. He was born in Woodbury on Feb. 27, 1948. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles Odell Powell; father-in-law, Thomas E. Davis and brother-in-law, Dale Payne. Survivors include his wife, Judy (Davis) Powell of Morrison; mother, Doris Evelyn (Haley) Powell of Woodbury; son, Johnny & Misty Powell of Woodbury; daughters, Julie Powell of Nashville and Jamie & Brad Morgan of Manchester; brothers, Charles Danny & Darlene Powell of Morrison and Jeffery Dale & Miriam Powell of Morrison; sister, Cheryl Annette Payne of Woodbury; and six grandchildren, Jonathon Powell, Charles Powell, Carson Powell, Russell Smythia, Joel Morgan and Jenna Morgan. Mr. Powell was a member of the Pleasant View Church of Christ. He devoted his life to his church, family and passion for farming, and was a highly respected member of the community.  Funeral services were June 5, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Interment followed at Pleasant View Cemetery. Charles Williams, Lynwood Mathis and Jerry Gilley will officiate. Memorial donations may be made to the Pleasant View Church of Christ. 

ALVIN DANIEL BAXTER

     Mr. Alvin Daniel "Danny" Baxter, 50, died June 1, 2009.  He was born August 7, 1958 in Nashville, TN.  He is preceded in death by a brother, Charles Baxter.  Survivors include his wife Polly Baxter of Nashville, parents, Robert & Rose Gentry of Bradyville, brothers, Dale Baxter of Trenton, GA and George Baxter of Springfield; sisters, Katherine Pace and Teresa Pewitt both of Woodbury, Beth Shortsleeve of Springfield, Charlene Huff and Charlotte Baxter both of White House.  Mr. Baxter worked for many years at Krech Motors in Nashville and for a few years at the Woodbury Nursing Center.  He enjoyed working on small engines and going for walks.   Memorial services were held June 6, 2009 at the Grace Baptist Church. 

ROBERT DONALD BARRETT

     Mr. Robert Donald Barrett, 65, of Woodbury died May 14, 2009. He was born August 5, 1943 in Cannon County. His parents were the late Adam & Overa (Summers) Barrett. His is also preceded in death by a nephew, Charlie Joe Barrett.  Survivors include three sisters, Joy and Ronald Johnson of Centertown, Mary Ann & Gary Newby of McMinnville and Carolyn & Hershel Fults of Woodbury.  Mr. Barrett was a member of the Woodbury First Baptist Church. He was retired from Nashville Bridge Company/Trinity with over 30 years service as a welder.       Funeral services were held May 16, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Greg Mitchell officiated and interment was in Riverside Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

SILAS HOUSTON BOGLE

     Mr. Silas Houston "Son" Bogle, 91, of Woodbury died May 13, 2009 at MTMC. He was born March 3, 1918 and was a native of Cannon County. His parents were the late Charlie & Dovie (Melton) Bogle. He is also preceded in death by his son, David Bogle; two brothers, Weldon Bogle and Bill Bogle and a sister, Mary Frances Davenport.  He is survived by his wife of nearly 70 years, Stella (Young) Bogle of Woodbury; three brothers, Lloyd Bogle, Virgil Bogle and Ray Bogle all of Murfreesboro and a sister, Dorothy Green of Smyrna.  Mr. Bogle was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ. He was retired from the State of Tennessee Highway Dept. as a Supervisor.  Funeral services were held May 16, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Bro. James McDonald officiated and interment followed in Riverside Cemetery.

GEORGIA B. BRYSON

     Mrs. Georgia (Bailey) Bryson died May 7, 2009 at NHC in Murfreesboro at the age of 95. She was born in Woodbury, TN on November 8, 1913. Her parents were the late Charley and Bertha (Mears) Bailey. She is also preceded in death by her step-mother, Prudence (Witty) Bailey; her husband, Walter "Mitt" Bryson; five brothers, Charles Bailey, Jr, Ed Wiley Bailey, Elmus Bailey, Clarious Bailey and Carmon Bailey; also by a sister, Christine (Bailey) Thrower and a son-in-law, Dr. Joseph Knight.  She is survived by her daughter, Glendel (Bryson) Knight of Murfreesboro; son and daughter-in-law, Jim & Sue Bryson of Old Hickory; ; grandchildren, Beth & Rick Ferrell, Charles & Kelly Bryson, John M. Knight and Amy & Jeff Smith; great grandchildren, Zachery Lindsey, Meghan Lindsey, Grace Bryson, Meredeth Bryson, Perry Bryson, John Houston Knight, Bailey Smith and Brynn Smith and one sister, Billie Jo Payne of Brentwood.  She was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ and attended the Ladies Class there for many years. . Funeral services will be held Saturday May 9, 2009 at the Woodbury Church of Christ. Bro. Herb Alsup and Al Bugg, Jr. officiated. Interment followed at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Billy Smith Preacher Scholarship.

JAN (PITTS) WHITTEMORE

     Mrs. Jan (Pitts) Whittemore, age 39, of Woodbury died May 2, 2009 at her home after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy (Hayes) Pitts and her husband Ronnie Whittemore.  She is survived by two daughters, Cheryl Whittemore and Rebecka Whittemore; her father, Sterling Pitts; and a sister and brother-in-law, Yvonne and Eddie Curtis, and two nieces, Brittany & Samantha Curtis all of Woodbury, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.  Mrs. Whittemore was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ. She was a loving mother, daughter and sister.  Funeral services were May 5, 2009 in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home. Todd Gannon officiated and interment was in Cherry Cemetery. The family requests donations in lieu of flowers to assist with expenses.

MARY LAWRENCE OLIVER

    Mrs. Mary Lawrence Oliver, a resident of Readyville, Tennessee for over 85 years, passed away in Asheville, N.C. on April 17, 2009.  She was born September 12 ,1913, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth Barker.  A graduate of Middle Tennessee State College in 1934, she later received a Masters Degree from Peabody College.  Mrs. Oliver, a teacher in the Murfreesboro School System for 25 years, was a member of the Col. Hardy Murfree D.A.R. Chapter, the Murfreesboro Woman's Club, Delta Kappa Gamma and the Woodbury Church of Christ.  She was predeceased by her husband, Jack Houston Oliver, in 1992.  She is survived by daughter, Lynn Wenige and son-in-law Robert Wenige of Asheville, N.C. and daughter, Amanda Oliver of Woodbury.  A graveside service for family was held at Riverside Cemetery on April 19, 2009 with Bro. Herb Alsup officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tennessee Children's Home, P.O. Box 10, Spring Hill, TN 37174, or the charity of your choice. 

JANE ELIZABETH ODOM

     Mrs. Jane Elizabeth Odom passed from this life on March 22, 2009 at the age of 83.  She was born in Gadsden, AL on November 3, 1925.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Prophet B. Miller and Willie Bell (King) Miller.  Also preceded in death by her son, Luther Mount, Jr. and her brothers and sisters.  She leaves to cherish her memory a son, Willie J. Miller of Woodbury; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.   Mrs. Odom was a member of the Water Street Church of Christ in Woodbury.  She is a retired employee of Alvin York V.A. Medical Center in Murfreesboro.         Funeral services were held at the Water Street Church of Christ  PM on March 27, 2009.  Bro. Elvis Williamson officiated.  Interment was in Hoover Cemetery.   

CHARLES SISSOM

     Mr. Charles Alan Sissom, 54, of Woodbury died March 14, 2009 at his home. He was born June 8, 1954 in Warren County, TN. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred L. Sissom; grandparents, Arthur & Nora (Hibdon) Sissom and Casto & Mary (Bragg) Creson.  Survivors include his wife, Pat Sissom; daughter, Amy & Brent Brandon; granddaughter, Anna Grace Brandon all of Woodbury; mother, Bonnie Ruth (Creson) Sissom of Manchester . Also survived by sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, as well as, several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Sissom was raised in Manchester and graduated Manchester Central High School. He later moved to Woodbury. He was employed at Dekalb General Hospital for several years. He then opened Briar Rose Flower and Gift in Woodbury. Briar Rose has been owned and operated by Charles and his family since 1993. He was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.
Funeral services were held privately. Interment was in Wood Cemetery. Al Bugg, Jr. officiated. Memorials may be made to Wood Cemetery Trust Fund, Woodbury Church of Christ, Red Hill Church of Christ or Alive Hospice. 

RAY DAVID TODD

     Mr. Ray David Todd, 62, of Woodbury died Feb. 14, 2009 after an extended illness.  He was a life long resident and native of Cannon County.  His parents were the late Willie Lee Todd and Virginia (Lowe) Todd.  He is also preceded in death by a sister, Ginger Vickers.  Survivors include a daughter, Dawn (Todd) Barrett of Murfreesboro; son, David Paul Todd of Murfreesboro; brother, James Russell Todd of Woodbury and three granddaughters, Megan Raines, Hope Todd and Lilly Todd.  Mr. Todd was an employee of Quality Industries in LaVergne.  Funeral services were held Feb. 17, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Greg Mitchell officiated and interment followed in Riverside Garden. 

RUSSELL H. BAILEY

      Mr. Russell H. Bailey, 50, of Bradyville died at his home on Feb. 6, 2009 after and extended illness.  He was born in Cannon County on June 25, 1958.  His parents were the late James Truitt Bailey and Lucille (Merriman) Bailey.  He is also preceded in death by his brothers, Roy and Jimmy Bailey. He is survived by his wife, Rita K. Bailey of Bradyville; daughters, Regina Fann of Bradyville and Rachel & Steven Lowe of Bradyville; a sister, Linda Ford of Woodbury; seven grandchildren, Katlyn, Kody, Kyle, McKinley, Madison, Karina and Mason and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Mr. Bailey worked in road construction and as a truck driver.  In years past he attended the Pleasant View Church of Christ.  He loved spending time with his family, hunting and riding four wheelers and horses.  Funeral services were held Feb. 9, 2009 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. officiated and interment was in Cummings Cemetery.  The family requests donations to assist with funeral expenses in lieu of flowers. 

MARTHA MAYFIELD 

     Martha Mayfield went to be with her Lord and Savior, Dec. 19, 2008. She died suddenly at her home in Woodbury. She leaves behind, her loving husband, James Mayfield and sister, Betty Keaton.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby Knight Davis and father, John Allison Davis; her grandmother, Jesse Lou Knight and grandfather, Amous Knight.  She was a life long resident of Cannon County, a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University and was employed by Childrens Comprehensive Services as Corporate Controller. She was very much loved and will be missed by everyone that knew her.Funeral services were Dec. 23, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Earl Sutton officiated and interment was in Cherry Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Humane Society. 

DOUGLAS SMITH

     Mr. Douglas Dalton Smith, 52, of Woodland died December 20, 2008 after an extended illness.  His parents were the late Horace Dalton and Hazel (Grizzle) Smith.  Survivors include his wife, Cynthia "Cindy" (Newton) Smith of Woodland ; daughters, Brittany (Boon) and Phillip Rienitz of Short Mountain and Chelsea (Boon) and David Wilson of Florence, KY; son, Joshua Boon of Woodland; sisters, Linda and Rennie Edmunds of Sylacauga, AL, Barbara Ann Young of Beech Grove and Geri and Sam Fulghum of Mt. Juliet; brothers, Donnie and Sandy Smith of Woodbury and Dwayne Smith of Woodland; granddaughter, Annabelle Rienitz; nieces, Cari Epperson, Ashley Young, Amy Huddleston, Mary Smith Barrett and Ila Kay Smith; nephews, Corey Edmunds, Danny Young, Nathan Fulghum and Allen Smith.  Mr. Smith was a graduate of the Central High School in Woodbury. He was a brick mason and Co-Owner/Operator of Smith Masonry.  He had worked for Sain Construction in years past. He grew up attending McMahan Church of Christ.  Spending time with his family was his favorite thing to do.  Some of his other favorite pass times were wood working, gardening, sightseeing and fishing with his wife.         Funeral services were held December 22, 2008 at the McMahan Church of Christ Brian Pitts officiated interment was in the McMahan Cemetery.

LULA (WOOD) WEBB

     Mrs. Lula Webb, 96, passed from this life, Friday, December 12, 2008. Mrs. Webb was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ. She was the daughter of the late Claude Wood and Marcia (Cummings) Wood. She was also preceded in death by her husband Dick Webb, a brother and sister Claude Wood, Jr. and Miriam (Wood) Hawkins.  She is survived by three first cousins, Carolyn (Cummings) Perrucci of West Lafayette, IN, Connie (Cummings) Reuhland of Winston-Salem, NC and Morgan Cummings of Woodbury; a niece, Claudia (Wood) Wamack of Ooletwah, TN and a nephews, Greg Wood of Macon, GA, and Joe Hawkins of Woodbury.  Mrs. Webb worked as a legal secretary for many years in Chattanooga before returning to Woodbury a few years ago.  Graveside services were December 14, 2008 at the Riverside Cemetery.  Herb Alsup officiated. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Woodbury Church of Christ. 

MARGARET RHEA (BRANDON) REED

     Mrs. Margaret Rhea (Brandon) Reed, 89, of Woodbury passed from this life on December 10, 2008. She was a native of Cannon County and was born on August 3, 1919. Her parents were the late L.L. and Effie (Gaither) Brandon. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Joe Brandon, Ralph Brandon, A.J. Brandon and her sister Pearl (Brandon) Markum.  Survivors include her husband, Paul L. Reed of Woodbury; daughters and sons-in-law Judy and John Durkin of Gallatin, TN; Patsy and John Holden of Lilburn, GA; and Betty and Donald Conn of Atlanta, GA; son and daughter-in-law Mike and Carol Reed of Woodbury; sister and special caregiver, Mina (Brandon) Lewis of Readyville; eight grandchildren and special caregiver, Frankie Goins of Woodbury.  Mrs. Reed was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also a homemaker and Co-Founder of Paul L. Reed Furniture Company. She became a Christian at the Curlee Church of Christ in early life and attended the Woodbury Church of Christ in more recent years.
Funeral services were held in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel December 12, 2008 with Bro. Herb Alsup and Al Bugg, Jr. officiating. Interment was in Riverside Garden. The family requests donations to the charity or organization of your choice.

GRACIE ALENE (JOHNSON) LLOYD

     Mrs. Gracie Alene (Johnson) Lloyd, 72, of Woodbury died November 8, 2008 after an extended illness. She was born in Warren County, TN. Her parents were the late I.N. & Roxie (Pedigo) Johnson. She is also preceded in death by her two daughters, Becky Northcutt and Sharon Gilley; a brother, Eugene Johnson and a sister, Shirley Clendenon.  She is survived by her husband, Hank Lloyd of Woodbury; a grandson, Jason & Jeanne Northcutt of Washington, D.C.; a great grandson, Harrison Northcutt; step-sons, Jim & Leslie Lloyd of Bradyville, Mike & Laura Lloyd of South Carolina, Danny Lloyd of Arizona, Rick & Ann Smith of Michigan; step-daugther, Cindy & Terry Staton of Ohio, as well as, several step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren and several aunts, uncles and cousins.  Mrs. Lloyd moved with her parents at the age of 3 to Nashville where she lived and attend school until 1952. She then moved to Woodbury and graduated Central High School in 1955. She owned and operated two grocery stores in Cannon County, Gilley's Market. She worked as a clerk in the Good Samaritan Hospital. She was a dispatcher and secretary for the Cannon County Sheriff's Dept. She worked for the V.A. Regional Office and the Federal Courthouse in Nashville.  She was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ. Funeral services were held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel Nov. 10, 2008 Bro. Herb Alsup and Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. officiated. Interment followed at Center Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Woodbury Church of Christ.

PRISCILLA GORE

     Priscilla Gore, 59, of Woodbury died October 31, 2008. She was a native of Sparta, TN but had lived in Woodbury for the majority of her life. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles W. Gore and Lucille Angel Gore. Also preceded by a brother, Charles F. Gore; a great niece, Cayley Jewel Gore; five aunts, five uncles and two cousins.  Survivors include three nieces, Angel Gore (Michael) Reeves, Lindsay Smith (Joe) Patterson and Blaire Smith; one nephew, Charles F. (Jody) Gore, II; two great nieces, Megan Reeves and Abbey Gore; three great nephews, Mason Reeves, Nicholas Reeves and Austin Gore; two sisters-in-law, Judy Gore and Vicki Smith; three cousins, William E. Black, Angelyn Billeray, F. Michael Wessel.  She taught school at Short Mountain Grammar School when she first came to live in Woodbury. She then went on to teach English at Cannon County High School until her retirement. She attended the Woodbury United Methodist Church.  Funeral services were held Monday, November 3, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Perry Whitaker and James McDonald officiated. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

LINDA MARIE MACE

     Mrs. Linda Marie Mace, 54, of Woodbury died October 26, 2008.  She was a native of Alton, IL and lived for many years in Missouri as well.  She has been a resident of Cannon County for over 20 years.  She is preceded in death by her adopted parents, Floyd Buster & Lela Fern (Chaplin) Wright.  Also, preceded by her daughter, Tonya Lack.  Survivors include her husband, David Mace of Woodbury; two sons, Shawn Mace of Woodbury and Jason & Anna Marie Mace of Murfreesboro;  a son-in-law, Rodney Lack of Woodbury; two brothers, Bob Wright of Bland, Missouri and Floyd Lee Wright of Marble Hill, Missouri; three grandchildren, Chanda Lack, Brandon Lack and Jason Robert Mace.  Mrs. Mace was manager of the Stones River Apartments for 18 years.  She was a member of the Baptist Church.  She was known to be a loving wife, mother and grandmother.  She enjoyed spending time with her family anytime she could.      Graveside services were held October 29, 2008 at Gaither Cemetery.  Curt Wagoner officiated.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

BESSIE MILLIGAN

     Mrs. Bessie (Mason) Milligan, 80, of Woodbury died October 21, 2008.  She was a native of Cannon County and was born May 5, 1928.  Her parents were the late Robert Marshall and Ester Mae (Melton) Mason.  She is also preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Mac" Milligan; a brother, Wiley Mason and three sisters, Jimmie White Mason, Janice Mason and Louise Angle.  Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Betty Maxine & John G. Brandon of Woodbury; two brothers, Frank Mason and Paul Mason; four grandchildren, Gennie & Jeremy Morgan, Michael Muncy, Jonathan Brandon and Jessica & Jesse Murray.  Mrs. Milligan was a member of the Church of Christ.  She also worked as a Nurse's Aid at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Woodbury for several years.  Funeral services were held October 24, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Herb Alsup officiated.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. 

ANNIE SIMMONS

    Mrs. Annie (Odom) Simmons, 89, of Woodbury died September 21, 2008.  She was born in the Locke Creek area of Cannon County, October 29, 1918.  Her parents were the late John Henry & Ada Inez (Campebll) Odom.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Herschel Simmons; two brothers, Ray Odom and Jesse Lee Odom and by two sisters, Grace Alexander and Emmaline Alexander.  Survivors include four sons, Donald & Faye Simmons of Murfreesboro, Jimmy & Lavon Simmons of Woodbury, Wade & Melinda Simmons of Manchester and Glen Simmons of Woodbury; two daughters, Geneva Simmons and Callie & Benton Parker both of Woodbury; nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Mrs. Simmons was a member of the Sanders Fork Baptist Church.  Funeral services were held Sept. 24, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel and Bro. Gayle Alexander officiated.  Interment followed in Riverside Garden.  Smith Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements. 

IRENE ARNOLD READY

     Mrs. Irene Arnold Ready, 92, of Readyville died Sept. 12, 2008.  She was born Jan. 27, 1916 in Cannon County.  Her parents were the late James Alton Arnold, Sr. and Roberta Vance Arnold.  She is also preceded by her husband, Thomas E. "Poss" Ready, Sr.; two brothers, James Alton Arnold, Jr. and Joe Arnold and by one sister, Elizabeth Garner.  Survivors include three sons, Thomas E. & Edith Ready, Jr. of Blountville, Ben Ready and Robert & Sue Ready of Readyville; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.   Mrs. Ready was an active member of the Church of Christ wherever she lived.  Funeral services were held Sept. 15, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Howard Knox, Jr. and Herb Alsup officiated.  Interment followed at Riverside Cemetery.  Smith Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.

WALTER E. YOUNG

    Mr. Walter E. Young ,52, of Woodbury died August 15, 2008.  He was born September 12, 1955 in Murfreesboro, TN.  His parents were the late Joe & Pearly Mae (Robinson) Young.  He is also preceded in death by a brother, Willie Floyd Young and a sister, Maxine Ashley.     Survivors include his wife of over 30 years, Jan Young of Woodbury; two sons, Scottie(Amber) Young of Smyrna and Brad Young of Woodbury; a daughter, Jodi(Ricky) Barnett of Ardmore, AL; two brothers, Bobby Ray Young of Leanna and Roger Dale Young of New York; four sisters, Helen(Bill) Nipper of Dowelltown, Wanda(Jerry) Hall of Murfreesboro, Juanita(Jesse) Mathis of Readyville and Linda(Roonie) Davis of Kentucky; also survived by eleven beautiful grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Young worked as an electrician for over 30 years and was a member of the Dillon Street Baptist Church.  He loved hunting and fishing but especially loved fixing things and helping people.  It was said that he never met a stranger.  Funeral services were held August 18, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Royal Martin officiating.  Interment followed at Riverside Cemetery.

JAMES GRANT REED

     Mr. James Grant Reed, 60, of Milton died July 18, 2008 at his home.  He was born September 27, 1947 in Cannon County.  His parents were the late James "Jim" & Mae (Blanton) Reed.  He was also preceded in death by brothers, Bobby Reed and Jackie Reed; sisters, Annie Reed and Martha Leonard.  Survivors include his wife, Martha (Patch) Reed; sons, Timothy & Deanna Reed of Auburntown, Jason & Lori Reed of Auburntown, Joey & Meg Reed of Murfreesboro; daughters, Janice Hoak of Murfreesboro and Laura & Jimmy Cooper of Alexandria; grandchildren, Matthew & Heather Hoak, Janna, Alayna, Adrianna Reed, Jayrah, Leah, Lindsey and Gann Cooper, Amy, Jay and Brenden Reed, Dawson and Jordan Reed; sisters, Carol Harris, Lucille Davenport and Wilma Christine Davenport of Murfreesboro and an uncle Paul Blanton of Murfreesboro.  Funeral services were held Monday, July 21, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Don Stone and Rev. Tom Binford officiating.  Interment was in Riverside Garden.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Vanderbilt Heart Transplant Program. 

CHARLIE ELMER RICHARDSON

     Mr. Charlie Elmer Richardson, 90, of Readyville died July 13, 2008.  He was born June 1, 1918 in Rutherford County, TN.   He was a lifelong resident of Readyville.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie & Ethel Mai (Paschal) Richardson.  He is survived by immediate family members, Mable Helton of Readyville; Jennifer Hix of Lafayette, TN and Tonya & Chris Fryman of Lafayette, TN, as well as several cousins.  Mr. Richardson was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII in the Medical Corp.  He was assigned to duty in the South Pacific/Phillippines.  He was a retired employee of Cummings Sign Company with nearly 30 years service.  He also worked in a sawmill/lumber yard during younger years.  He was a member of the New Hope Church of Christ.  Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Interment was in Thyatira Cemetery.  The Military Funeral Honor Detail will be in attendance to fold and present the flag.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to assist with the funeral expenses or to the Veterans and Concerned Citizens for the Veterans of Cannon County. 

CLARENCE URIEL MOORE

     A memorial service for Mr. Moore will be held Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at 6 PM in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Bro. Herb Alsup officiating.  Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery.     Mr. Clarence Uriel Moore, 89, of Woodbury died at his home June 17, 2008.  He was born March 31, 1919 in Apopka, FL.  His parents were the late Rufus Meakin & Kate Louella (Raulerson) Moore.  He is also preceded in death by two brothers, Rufus Meakin Moore, Jr. and Elwin Linnet Moore; and two sisters, Alfreda Ann Pipkin and Edith Louisa Carter. 
     Survivors include his wife, Gladys Moore of Woodbury; a son and daughter-in-law, David & Diane Moore of Mobile, AL; two sisters, Ethel Imogene Ballentine and Opal Eva Garrison both of Duneden, FL; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
       Mr. Moore attended the Southern School of Commerce where he studied accounting in years past.  He also had worked for American National Bank.  He worked as a salesman for a Citrus Growers Association and as a Civil Service comptroller for Warner Robins Air Force Base.  He served in WWII in the Army Air Corp and later with the U. S. Air Force.  He retired from the U. S. Armed Forces with 23 years of service.  He was involved with the Potsdam Conference of WWII and with a Guided Missle Program at Eggland Air Force Base during his military career.
      Mr. Moore was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to be made to the Woodbury Church of Christ or Alive Hospice.  Contact Smith Funeral Home at (615)563-5337 for information on donations.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

FRANCES WEST PIRTLE

     Mrs. Frances West Pirtle of Woodbury died June 23, 2008.  She was a native of Dekalb County.  Her parents were the late Marshell West and Elmer Belle (Jones) West.  She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Myrtis West and Edwin West and three sisters, Margie Jones, Ruth Melton and Vilda Young.   Survivors include her husband, Freddie Pirtle of Woodbury; a son at heart, Nile House; three sisters, Joann Smithson of McMinnville, Helen Raymond and Lou Redmon both of Smithville and a special caretaker, Hazel Bain.   Mrs. Pirtle had worked for Colonial Shirt Factory and Val D'or for 36 years combined.  She attended the Jefferson Cumberland Presbyterian Church.  Funeral services were held June 27 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Thomas Nichols officiated and interment was in Whorton Springs Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

WINONA ARLINE CHURCHILL

     Mrs. Winona Arline Churchill, 74, of Readyville died June 24, 2008.  She was a native of Vermont.  Her parents were the late Walter & Arline Mugford.  She was also preceded in death by her husband Perley Churchill and a brother, Billy Mugford.     She is survived by a son, Larry Churchill of Readyville; a daughter and son-in-law, Linda & Philip Matteson of Readyville; three sisters, Winifred Gray, Barbara Lapan and Deborah Drenth; five grandchildren and one great grandchild.     A memorial reception was held June 27, 2008 at Smith Funeral Home.

ROBERT "BOB" FULLER

      Mr. Robert "Bob" Fuller, 85, of Woodbury died June 22, 2008.  He was born February 9, 1923 in Cannon County.  His parents were the late Landon & Lydia (Cook) Fuller.  Funeral services were held June 24, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. and Herb Alsup officiating.  Interment was in Riverside Garden.  The family requests memorial donations to Alive Hospice, Short Mountain Bible Camp, Billy Smith Preacher Scholarship Fund or the Woodbury Church of Christ.  Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Norma (Rogers) Fuller; a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Danny Shirley of Woodbury, a daughter, Rebecca Fuller of Hendersonville; three sisters, Melba Barton and Pat Wimberly both of Readyville and Bettie Melton of Nashville; two granddaughters, Beth Shirley and Alison Roberts and two great granddaughters, Addison Shirley and Ava Roberts all of Woodbury.  Mr. Fuller was a graduate of Central High School in Woodbury.  He worked for Dude Northcutt at Northcutt Motors for several years.  He was a truck driver with Tennessee Carolina Transport for 30 years with an accident free driving record of over 3 million miles.  He was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.  He served as a Deacon at the church from 1981 until 2007 and taught one of the Adult Sunday School Classes for many years.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII as an M.P. 

RACHEL (BOGLE) MUENCH

          Rachel (Bogle) Muench, 62, formerly of Woodbury died June 3, 2008 at her home in Nashville.  Her parents were the late Bill & Willie Roberta (Walls) Bogle.  She is also preceded in death by a son, Phillip Bryant; a great granddaughter, Lexi Curtis; and three brothers, Wiley Bogle, Melvin Gene Bogle and Jerry Bogle.  Mrs. Muench is survived by her husband, Karl Muench of Nashville; a son, Randy Hall of Nashville; a daughter, Sheila Curtis of Woodbury; brothers, Ernest Bogle of Murfreesboro and Vernon Bogle of Manchester; a sister, Mildred Davis of Murfreesboro; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.  Mrs. Muench was born in Auburntown November 24, 1945.  She was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church and a former employee of Southern Hills Hospital in Nashville.  Funeral services were held Friday, June 6, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Smith Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses. 

CHARLIE TOMLIN

     Mr. Charles Eddie "Charlie" Tomlin, Sr., 73, of Woodbury died May 20, 2008.  He was born June 30, 1934 in Nashville, TN.  His parents were the late Julius & Maude Pearl (Ladd) Tomlin.  He is also preceded in death by four brothers, Burton Tomlin, Virgil Tomlin, Roy Tomlin and Joel E. "Jody" Tomlin; and one sister, Virginia Crockett.  Survivors include his wife, Geraldine (Lewis) Tomlin of Woodbury; a son, Charles E. "Cheddie" Tomlin, Jr. and his wife Virginia of Knoxville; a daughter, Carmon Elizabeth "Beth" Mitchell and husband Johnny of Athens, AL; and five grandchildren, Madison Faulk, McKenzie Faulk, Haley Tomlin, Jesse Tomlin and Hayes Tomlin.     Mr. Tomlin was graduate of Hume-Fogg High School in Nashville.  He attended Austin Peay State University and MTSU.  He was an accomplished athlete in football, basketball and especially fast pitch softball.  He was active in softball in Middle Tennesse and Nashville for over 20 years.  He was a member of the Elk's Lodge in Murfreesboro and a member of the Episocpal Church.  He worked for Vol Tex in Murfreesboro as a salesman for lighting.  He also had worked for Tennessee Lighting in Nashville as well.  He was trained as an electrician and refrideration tech.  He also worked as a surveyor in years past.  A service of rememberance was held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel on Saturday, May 24, 2008.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

CHARLES EDWARD FLOYD, SR.

     Mr. Charles Edward Floyd, Sr., 44, of LaVergne died May 11, 2008 in Elkton, MD.  He was born November 5, 1963 in Murfreesboro, TN.  He is preceded in death by his father, Baker B. Floyd.  Also, preceded in death by a son, Charles Edward Floyd, Jr. and a brother J. D. Floyd.  Survivors include his wife, Bobbie Jean (Daniels) Floyd of LaVergne; his mother and step-father, Peggy (Tollett) & Robert Daniels of LaVergne; two sons, John Floyd of Tullahoma and Jared Ray Floyd of Dickson; three daughters, Angela Floyd and Rebecca Floyd both of Murfreesboro and Abigail Taylor of Dickson; five brothers, Thomas Floyd of Woodbury, Kenneth Floyd of LaVergne, James Floyd of Antioch, Baker Floyd, Jr. of Manchester and Joseph Floyd of LaVergne; three sisters, Diane Underwood of LaVergne, Frances Floyd of Old Hickory and Elizabeth Adams of Shelbyville; also, survived by seven grandchildren and two more grandchildren are expected soon.  Mr. Floyd worked as a painter for many years.  He attended the Knoxville Missionary Baptist Church.  Funeral services were held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel on May 15, 2008.  T. B. Gentry officiated.  Interment was in Gilley Hill Cemetery.

MISS EUNICE STEPHENS    
     Miss Eunice Stephens, 85, of Woodbury died May 6, 2008.  She was born November 4, 1922 in Cannon County.  Her parents were the late Bob and Jennie (Melton) Stephens.  She is also preceded in death by a sister, Verna Marsh.  Survivors include special friend and caretaker, Etta Williams; nephew, Stephens "Dick" Marsh of CA; great niece and nephews, Sheila Martin, Duke Marsh, Baron Marsh, Brooks Marsh and Derich Marsh of CA; great great nieces and nephews, Lola Martin, Isabell Martin and Miles Marsh of CA; cousin, Lillian Wallace of AL,      Miss Stephens was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.  She had worked at the Colonial Shirt Factory in years past.  Graveside services were held Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at the Riverside Cemetery.  Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. officiated.  Smith Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.

RUTH (JETTON) CURTIS VANCE

     Mrs. Ruth (Jetton) Curtis Vance, 84, of Woodbury died May 5, 2008.  She was born January 18, 1924 in Cannon County.  Her parents were the late Shelah & Minnie Lee (Melton) Jetton.  She is also preceded in death by her first husband, Donald Curtis, her second husband, Jesse Vance; a sister, Martha Jetton.  Survivors include her sons, Randy Curtis of McMinnville and Donnie Curtis of Woodbury; a brother, Jimmy Jetton of Woodbury; two grandchildren and two step-grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.  She was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.  Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at the Riverside Cemetery with Bro. Herb Alsup officiating.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.  In lieu of flowers donations are requested to the Adams Memorial Library.  

GEORGE ALEXANDER

    George H. Alexander, 77, of Gassaway died April 14, 2008.  He was a lifetime native and resident of Gassaway.  He was born January 30, 1931.  He was preceded in death by his mother at an early age, Nova (Hollandsworth) Alexander; his father and step-mother, Martin & Helen (Scott) Alexander; his wife, Hazel (Ramsey) Alexander and two brothers, Samuel Alexander and Tom Alexander.  Survivors include a special nephew, Kevin Alexander of Murfreesboro; sister-in-law, Velda Alexander of Murfreesboro; fiancee, Mae Ann Davenport of Readyville; brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Charlie & Shirley Ramsey of Old Hickory, Shirley Ramsey of Gassaway, Jimmy & Judy Ramsey of Sycamore; and several nieces and nephews.Mr. Alexander was a member of the Gassaway Church of Christ.  He was a retired employee of the Bank of Commerce.  He worked for Smith Funeral Home in years past.  He worked as a carpenter building houses in Gassaway.  He also worked in his father's general store in Gassaway.  He attended school in Gassaway through the two year program at Gassaway High School they had and then came to Central High School in Woodbury to complete his high school education. Mr. Alexander was known by many in the community as the "Mayor of Gassaway".  He was active in all events in Gassaway, the Fire Dept. Breakfast & Supper, Gassaway Homecoming, 4th of July Celebration and Christmas activities.  He was member of the Gassaway and Cannon County Senior Centers.  Funeral services were held at the Gassaway Church of Christ with Gary Hancock and Bill Smith officiating.  Interment was in Beech Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations are requested to the American Cancer Society.

ARLEY SMITH

    Mr. Arley Smith, 76, of Woodbury died April 4, 2008.  He was born May 7, 1931 in Cannon County.  His parents were the late Herbert & Elsie (Sadler) Smith.  He is also preceded in death by his twin brother, Harley Smith, brothers, Charles and Ralph Smith and three sisters, Dorothy Smith, Betty Sue Smith and Lillian Smith.  Survivors include his wife Lillian (Melton) Smith, two sons and daughters-in-law, Roger & Debra Smith, Kevin & Tabitha Smith and four grandchildren, Alan, Jonathan, Zach and Reece.  Mr. Smith was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.  He worked for 37 years United Service Equipment.  He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  The U.S. Armed Forces Honor Guard was present for burial honors.  Funeral services were held Sunday, April 6, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Herb Alsup officiated.  Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to The Diabetes Foundation.  Contact Smith Funeral Home for information or to have a card made.

WAYNE MITCHELL FUSTON

     Mr. Wayne Mitchell "Mitch" Fuston, 45, of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Woodbury died March 12, 2008.  He was born October 26, 1962 in Cannon County.  He is survived by his parents, Sterling and Irene (Hudson) Fuston of Woodbury; an uncle, Mark Fuston; a cousin and close friend, Steve Fuston of Columbia.  Mr. Fuston was a graduate of Central High School in Woodbury and had attended MTSU.  He was well known for his musical ability on the guitar and especially on the fiddle.  He played on the Grand Ole Opry with Roy Acuff at the age of 12.  He also played for many years with the Stoneman's, Billy Womack and Clyde Nokes.  He was a member of the Baptist Church.  Funeral services were held graveside Sunday, March 16, 2008.  T. B. Gentry officiated and interment was in Bethany Cemetery.   

DYLAN CASH RICHARDS   

     Dylan Cash Richards, 5, of Woodbury, TN died March 8, 2008.  He was born January 8, 2003.  His parents are Timmy & Carla (Hirlston) Richards of Woodbury.  He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Joyce (Melton) Hirlston.  Survivors include his parents, a brother, Clay Richards; a sister, Trisha Richards; great grandmother, Mary Hirlston of Murfreesboro; grandparents, Carl & Patsy (Miller) Hirlston, Johnny Richards, Eleanor & Kerry Hughes of all of Woodbury; great aunt, Janie King; aunts & uncles, Greg & Cindy Richards, Brad Richards, Eric & Emily Hughes, Derek & C.J. Hughes, Carl Hirlston, Jr. and Danny & Karen Harrison; and a special friend and caregiver, Evonne Gunter. Funeral services were March 10, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Herb Alsup and Al Bugg, Jr. officiated.  Interment will be in Riverside Garden.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to This Horse is Silent Cares (a non-profit organization that assists families with sick children) by contacting Smith Funeral Home. 

BETTIE SUE MOORE

      Mrs. Bettie Sue Moore, 70, of Woodbury, TN died February 20, 2008.  She was born June 4, 1937 in Dekalb County, TN.  Her parents were the late William and Bessie Pearl (Anderson) Hill.  She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Howard Hill, Clarence Hill and Dewey Hill and three sisters, Mary Melton, Dean Rackley and Gracie Higgins.  Survivors include her husband of nearly 50 years, Bill Moore of Woodbury; a daughter and son-in-law, Kim & Mike Bailey of Murfreesboro; a son and daughter-in-law, Bobby & Connie Moore of Woodbury; a brother, Sam Hill of Elkhart, IN; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  Mrs. Moore grew up around Mechanicsville and Mud College.  She attended school at Mechanicsville, Mud College and at McMinnville in her younger years.  She had also attended the Church of Christ.  She loved to read and work word search puzzles.  She especially loved being with her grandchildren.  Funeral services were held Saturday, February 23, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel with Bro. Herb Alsup officiating.  Interment followed at Riverside Cemetery.     

ELIZABETH CLARK    

     Mrs. Elizabeth Clark, 75, of Readyville, TN died February 8, 2008.  She was born December 2, 1932 in West Haven, Connecticut.  Her parents were the late Alfred & Jennie (Engelhardt) Sauter.  She is preceded in death by a son, Paul Clark, a brother and four sisters.  Survivors include her husband of over 50 years, Donald Clark, Sr. of Readyville; two sons and daughter-in-laws, Donald, Jr. & Debbie Clark of Readyville, Timothy & Nicole Clark of Murfreesboro; three daughters and sons-in-law, Donna & Jack Higginbotham of Williamsport, TN, Lillian & Ray Penn of Williamsport, TN, Sally & Max Santiago of Hudson, FL; fourteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.  Mrs. Clark was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church.  She enjoyed working jig-saw puzzles and crosswords.  She was a bird lover and made her own bird feed.  She loved playing the piano and organ.  Mrs. Clark also was an excellent seamstress and made curtains for her home on a regular basis.  Her greatest love was for her family and enjoyed spending time with them.  Funeral services were held Monday, February 11, 2008 at 11 AM in the Woodbury United Methodist Church.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery.

SAVANNAH BUTCHER

Miss Savannah Butcher, 20, of Tyler, Texas died January 29, 2008.  She was born March 20, 1987 in Manchester, Tennessee and was a former resident of Cannon County.  She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Jerry Van Dyck.  She is survived by her mother, Luanne (Van Dyck) Rains of Tyler, Texas; father, James Thomas Butcher of Illinois; two brothers, Nicholas Butcher and Ricky Butcher both of Woodbury; grandmother, Nancy Van Dyck of Manteno, IL; grandparents, James & Joyce Butcher of Manchester; an aunt Cindy Hall of Manteno, IL and cousins, Ronnie Van Dyck and Stephanie Kindernay both of IL.  Miss Butcher had attended college at Motlow College in Tullahoma and MTSU in Murfreesboro before moving to Texas.  She was a student in the Nursing Program and was studying to become a Registered Nurse.  She had completed her Certified Nurses Assistant training.  She had worked at NHC in Murfreesboro.  Funeral services were held February 9, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel at 2 PM, T. B. Gentry officiated.  Interment followed in Cherry Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers the family requests donations through Smith Funeral Home to assist with funeral expenses. 

DWAYNE JOHNSON, JR.

      Mr. Dwayne Johnson, Jr., 28, of Indianapolis, Indiana died January 30, 2008.  He was a former resident of Cannon County and graduated Cannon County High School in 1997.  He is preceded in death by a daughter, Jordan Johnson; a brother, Jeffery Johnson and his grandfathers, Ted Allen and Paul E. Johnson.Survivors include his wife, Ginger Johnson; a step-son, Johnny Guffie III; a step-daughter, Kayla Childs; parents, Dwayne Sr. and Donna Johnson of Woodbury; a brother, Jeremy Johnson; and grandparents, Ray & Lorraine Rigby.  Graveside services were held Wednesday, February 6, 2008.  T. B. Gentry officiated and interment followed at Riverside Garden. 

VANEDA EVANS

     Mrs. Vaneda Lois Evans, 79, of Woodbury died January 5, 2008.  She was born November 16, 1928 in Cannon County, TN.  Her parents were the late Willie Aaron & Cassie Irene (Tenpenny) Reedy.  She was also preceded in death by her husband Garland Evans; six brothers, Floyd Reedy, Jessie Reedy, Joe Reedy, Cecil Reedy, Roy Reedy and George Reedy and two sisters, Eunice Bailey and Minor Belle Atchison.  Survivors include three sons, Bennie Evans and Lee Evans both of Woodbury and Wayne Evans of Porterfield; two daughters, Dale Porter of Woodbury and Gail Irish of Manchester; seven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and one sister-in-law, Carol Reedy.  Mrs. Evans was a member of the Baptist Church.  She also worked for Colonial Shirt Factory for over 25 years and for Genesco for about 15 years.  She enjoyed babysitting her grandchildren.  Funeral services were held Monday, January 7, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Marvin Davenport officiated and interment was in Riverside Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association. 

BEN FREEZE 

     Mr. Benjamin "Ben" Franklin Freeze, 94, of Woodbury died January 4, 2008.  Mr. Freeze was born August 4, 1913 in Cannon County, TN.  His parents were the late Savage & Laura Belle (King) Freeze.  He is also preceded in death by his wife, Ailene (Smith) Freeze; step-mother, Tennie (Croft) Freeze; brothers, Claud and Elias Freeze; sisters, Hallie Mai Freeze, Nicie Moore, Galie Gann and Modesia Borren; half-brothers, Will, Alvie, Ode, Tobe and Henry Freeze; half-sisters, Lizzie Goins and Media Victory.Survivors include his sister, Era Belle Moore of Woodbury and many nieces and nephews.  Mr. Freeze worked as a farmer most of his life but did work for Colonial Shirt Factory for a few years.  He was a member of the Sunny Hill Church of Christ.Visitation will be held January 5, 2008 from 2 until 8 PM.  Funeral services were held January 6, 2008 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. officiated and interment was in Riverside Cemetery.

ALICE "POLLY" WILCHER

     Mrs. Alice "Polly" Wilcher, 94, of Woodbury died Dec. 28, 2007.  She was born Dec. 16, 1913 in Cannon County, TN.  Her parents were the late Doyle & Annie (Enos) Blanton.  She is also preceded in death by her husband Bud Wilcher; two brothers, Joe Blanton and John Blanton and a sister, Elreno Logan.Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law, Mershal and Sue Blanton of Woodbury; a sister Mabel Shackelford of Bellvue, TN and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.She attended the Woodbury Church of Christ.  She worked for many years at the Maze Hosiery Mill in Nashville, the Box Factory in Woodbury and as a cook at the Maxwell Livestock Barn in Woodbury.  Funeral services were held Sun. Dec. 30, 2007 at Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Bro. Herb Alsup officiated and interment was in the Riverside Cemetery. 

PHILLIP BRYANT

Mr. Phillip Ashley Bryant, 37, of Centertown died Nov. 30, 2007.  He was born in Bedford County but lived in Woodbury for many years.  He is preceded in death by his father, Phillip Daniel Bryant.  Survivors include his wife, Tammy Bogle; son, Dillon Bryant & two daughters Christy & Danielle Bryant of all of Centertown; mother and step-father, Rachel & Karl Muench of Nashville; a brother, Randy Hall of Nashville; and a sister, Sheila Curtis of Woodbury.  Mr. Bryant worked for many years with John A. Robinson building pallets.  He loved being in the country and outdoors. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2007 from 3 PM until 8 PM.  Funeral services were held Wed. Dec. 4, 2007 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Interment was in the Cothran Cemetery in Bedford County.   

ADA PITTS

Mrs. Ada Luree (Paschal) Pitts, 76, of Bradyville died Nov. 30, 2007.  She was a native of Cannon County.  She was born Feb. 4, 1931 in the Porterfield Community.  Her parents were the late Charlie Joshua & Eppie Anne (Campbell) Paschal.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Walter Pitts and a brother, Edward Paschal.  She is survived by a daughter, Mary Lou Pitts of Bradyville; two sisters, Christine Pitts of Murfreesboro and Mabel Carter of Wayne, MI; also survived by several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.Mrs. Pitts was a retired employee of Perfect Equipment with over 30 years service.  She was a graduate of Central High School in Woodbury and a member of the Amity Baptist Church in Bradyville.  She loved her family and being outdoors, gardening, working with animals and was an excellent cook.  Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 3, 2007 in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Leonard Herman officiated and interment was in Riverside Cemetery. 

MEGAN NEUFELL

     Miss Megan Neufell, 18, of Bradyville died Nov. 13, 2007.  She was preceded in death by her grandfather Paul T. Neufell, Sr.  Survivors include her father and step-mother, Paul Neufell, Jr. & Shannon Robbins; mother and step-father, Valeria (Morton) & John Jones; grandparents, Minus & Virginia Morton; grandmother, Charlotte Kooi; step-grandmother, Judy Neufell; two sisters, Christina Neufell and Samantha Neufell; an uncle, Jimmy Morton; god parents, Signa & Elijah Walden & Timothy Morton all of Bradyville; special friends, Cody Parks & Ronnie Jernigan.  Miss Neufell was a senior at Cannon County High School.  She was involved in the Ag Shop Program and a member of the FCCLA.  She attended the Woodbury Church of Christ.  She loved trucks, swimming, 4-wheeling, horse riding, fishing and especially spending time with friends.  Funeral services were held at the Woodbury Church of Christ Sunday, Nov. 18, 2007.  Hershell Ford & Chad Hale will officiated and interment was in Cherry Cemetery. 

WILMA SCOTT

     Mrs. Wilma (Mitchell) Scott, 61, of Woodbury died November 12, 2007.  She was born April 21, 1946 in Cannon County, TN.  She is preceded in death by her father, Alvin Artis Mitchell and her husband, Mack Scott.  She is survived by her mother, Frances Uselton of Rock Vale, TN; a son and daughter-in-law, Dan & Kim Scott of Morrison, TN; a daughter and son-in-law, Misty & Joe Duggin of Woodbury; two brothers, Wendell Mitchell of Rock Vale and Artis Mitchell of Murfreesboro; also survived by four grandchildren, Ryan and Jessica Scott of Morrison and Jennifer Grizzle and Shelby Duggin of Woodbury.Mrs. Scott attended Woodland Baptist Church.  She also worked for many years at Cannon County Sportswear/Val D'or, as well as, Warner's in Murfreesboro.  John A. Robinson officiated and interment was in Concord Cemetery in Coffee County.

Micheal Anthony Slattery 

Mr. Micheal Anthony Slattery, 27, of LaVergne died October 18, 2007.  He was born August 22, 1980 in Rutherford County, TN.  He is survived by his parents Gene and Diane (Daniels) Underwood of LaVergne; grandparents, Robert Daniels and Peggy Daniels of LaVergne and Granville and Marie Underwood of Eagleville; son, Micheal Dillon Slattery and daughter, Sarah Michelle Slattery; also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was employed as a construction worker and was a Baptist.  Jerry Lawson officiated and interment was held Tuesday, October 23, 2007 in Riverside Gardens.  In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to Smith Funeral Home for their behalf to assist with the funeral expenses. 

Roger D. Elrod

Mr. Roger D. Elrod, 52, of Woodbury died Sept. 20, 2007.  He was preceded in death by his parents Woodrow Elrod and Elavlette Watts Dinwiddie.  He is survived by a son, Johnathan Elrod of Murfreesboro; a daughter, Natasha Hill of Murfreesboro; a sister and her husband, Joye and David Hatfield of Woodbury; a brother, Terry Elrod of Woodbury and two grandchildren.  Mr. Elrod was former Woodbury Chief of Police and was a truck driver.  He was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ.   

Edith Towler Knox

Mrs. Edith Towler Knox, 97, of Woodbury died Sept. 14, 2007. She was an eighty five year resident of Nashville, TN.  She is preceded in death by her husband Jack Knox an Editorial Cartoonist for the Nashville Banner and a son Jack Knox, Jr.  She was born July 17, 1910 in Lewisburg, TN.  Her parents were the late Edith Clark and Joseph Towler.  She is survived by sons,  Joseph T. Knox of Richmond, VA; Britt and wife Faye Knox of Woodbury; daughter, Phoebe Knox Binkley of Nashville, TN; eleven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

Thomas Wayne Sullivan

Mr. Thomas Wayne Sullivan, 50, of Murfreesboro died Aug. 5, 2007.  He was born April 8, 1957 in Rutherford County, TN.  His parents were the late Grady Wayne and Dorothy (Pitts) Sullivan.  He is survived by his son, Brad Sullivan of Christiana; daughter, Brandy Sullivan of Bradyville; one brother, James Anthony Sullivan of Shelbyville; three grandchildren, Nathaniel Campbell, Jefferson Campbell and Jacie Sullivan.  Mr. Sullivan was a graduate of Riverdale High School in Murfreesboro.  He was employed by the Rutherford County Solid Waste Dept. managing one of the Conveinence Centers.  He attended the Bible Church of Jesus.  Memorial services were held Aug. 13, 2007 at the Bible Church of Jesus.  Bro. John Tipton officiated.  Smith Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Margaret Weeden

                                                                                                                                 Mrs. Margaret Weeden, 73, of Woodbury died July 12, 2007.  She was born June 9, 1934.  Her parents were the late Bratten Odom and Mary Elizabeth Foutch.  She is also preceded in death by her husband, William Weeden; a son Sam Odom and several uncles. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Pat & Franklin Simpson; a foster daughter, Aneadra Wade; half brother Robert Odom all of Woodbury; five sisters, Annie Lou Mount of Woodbury, Jose Knox of Auburntown, Mildred Robinson of Murfreesboro, Peggy Odom of Clarksville, Rebecca Odom of Nashville; grandchildren Princess Odom, Josh Odom, Sam Odom, Shawn(Kelly)Simpson and Cicely Simpson; five great grandchildren; aunts, Catherine & James Batey and Nora Lyons both of Woodbury; devoted friends, Richard Minter, Polly Mount, Amanda Sanders, Mary Lyons, Sonja Lyons and many other special friends, nieces and nephews. She worked Dr. & Mrs. Bryant for many years and for the Alvin York V.A. Medical Center for 27 years.  She was a member of the Water Street Church of Christ.Visitation will be held Sunday, July 15, 2007 from 1 PM until 8 PM at Smith Funeral Home.  Funeral services will be Monday, July 16, 2007 at 2PM in the chapel.  Bro. Phillip Smith, Herb Alsup and Russ Cheeks will officiate.  Interment will be at Hoover Cemetery.

Jimmy Dean Robinson, Jr.

     Jimmy Dean Robinson, Jr. died June 28, 2007 in Murfreesboro, TN.  He was the infant son of Jimmy Robinson and Lisa (Mashburn) Moody.  He is preceded in death by a grandfather, Cecil Carl Robinson and a grandmother, Joann Mashburn.  He is survived by his brother Charles Edward Robinson and a sister, Joanna Hope Robinson both of Murfreesboro; a grandfather, Ernest Mashburn and several aunts, uncles and cousins.Interment will be held graveside at Robinson Ridge Cemetery, Saturday, June 30, 2007.  John Albert Robinson will officiate.  Condolences may be left on the guestbook page of this website.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

DOLLIE BUCEY

     Mrs. Dollie "Vickers" Bucey, age 75, passed away June 9, 2007. She was a native of Cannon County and the daughter of the late Charlie Lee and Vera Vickers. Her husband was the late Tom Bucey. She was also preceeded in death by her son; Larry Bucey and two brothers; C. L. and Roy Vickers. 

     She is survived by one son: Barry Bucey of Bradyville, Tn.. Two daughters; Linda Moore of Woodbury, Tn. and Wilma and Willie Sutton of Nashville, Tn. One sister; Irene Hollis of Readyville, Tn. Three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.  She worked at the Colonial Shirt Factory for twenty eight years. The funeral was conducted on Monday June 11, 2007 at 2:00 PM. in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home. Interment followed in Riverside Cemetery, Woodbury TN.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to  American Heart Association, Cancer Support in Manchester, Tn. or St. Judes Children's Hospital.  

Elmer Lewis "Louie" Davenport

     Elmer louis Davenport Age 69, Born March 11, 1937. Died January 5, 2007 at Trousdale Medical Center. He resided in Hartsville, TN. but was native of Cannon County Tennessee.  He was preceeded in death by his parents the late Robert and Bertie (Pitts) Davenport and one son: Gary Ed Davenport.  He is survived by sons: Joe Lewis and Anita Davenport of Murfreesboro, Tn.; Hugh Russell Allen of Woodbury, Tn.: Daughters;Annie Lou and Robert Mathis of Woodbury,Tn., Linda Faye and George  Manus of Bradyville, TN and Glenda Marie Hendrixson of Murfreesboro, TN.; One brother; Joe Robert and Wanda Davenport of Murfreesboro, TN, two Sisters: Patricia and John Womack of Woodbury, TN and Vicky and Thomas "Bud" Watts of Woodbury, TN, ten grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.  He was a farmer and attended the Sunny Slope Church of Christ. Interment was in Odom Cemetery. Dwight Smitty officiated.

Ruth "Lefevers" Patrick
     Ruth" Lefevers" Patrick age 89, born April 12,  1917. Died Jan13, 2007 in Romulus, Michigan. She was a native of Cannon County but resided in Michigan.
     She was preceeded in death by her parents the late Sam and Mae "Arnett" Lefevers.Her spouse the late Jesse Lawrence Patrick and two brothers; Hoyte Lefevers and Sammy Lefevers. Five sisters; Vera Wood, Annie Northcutt, Betty Mason, Lillian Downing, and Hattie Pelham.
     She is survived by two sons; Mike and Linda Patrick of Smyrna, Tn. and Gary and Alana Patrick of Florida. Two daughters; Betty and Ray Hickman of Michigan and Melba Clemmons of Michigan. Two brothers; Gene Lefevers and Ray and Janie Lefevers of Woodbury, Tn. Also twelve grandchildren,twenty five great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. She was a retired postal worker.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery.  Marvin Davenport officaited.



Ella Lee "Young" Wade
     Ella Lee Wade age 83, born Jan 6, 1924. Died Jan.11, 2007 at her home in Woodbury Tn.. She was a resident of Woodbury and a native of Cannon County.  She was preceeded in death by her parents, the late Tolbert and Frenchie "Gilley" Young, and two brothers; Jim Young and Shelah "Doot" Young. Two sisters: Lucille"Sweet" Melton and Martha White Barrett.
She is survived by her husband, Alvin Ray Wade of Woodbury TN.
She was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ and was retired from General Electric and also worked at the Colonial Shirt Factory.
She also worked in the Cannon County trustees office when her husband Alvin served as Trustee of Cannon County.  Interment was in Riverside Gardens.  Bro. Herb Alsup officiated.  In lieu of flowers donations are requested to Woodbury Church of Christ.     

Clara Mae (Parker) Basham
     Clara Mae Basham ;age 79, born Jan. 31, 1928, passed away Feb. 1, 2007 at Stones River Hospital, Woodbury, TN. 
     She was a native and resident of Cannon County, TN. She was preceeded in death by her parents the late Dewey and Fannie "Morgan" Parker and two sisters; Olean Reed and Irene Reed.
     She is survived by her husband James H. Basham of Woodbury, six daughters; Mary Spry of Bradyville, Tn., Carolyn and Lloyd Whitfield of Readyville, Tn., Linda and Jerry Vance of Nashville, Tn., Betty and Melvin Smith of Woodbury, Tn., Connie Bryson of Auburntown, Tn., Angie Basham of Woodbury, Tn., One Brother; Lawrence and Juanita Parker of Woodbury, Tn., nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
     She was a member of Pleasant View Church of Christ and was a homemaker.
    Bro. Gail Rains officiated and interment was in Cherry Cemetery.

Wilburn Crouch
     Wilburn crouch, Age 61 born Jan. 2, 1946 passed away Feb. 3, 2007 at Smithville, Tn. He was a native of Cannon County.
     He was preceeded in death by his parents, the late Roy R. and Clarcy "Kennedy" Crouch; and two brothers, the late Ed and Winford Crouch.
     He is survived by his wife; Hattie Crouch of Murfreesboro, Tn.,  Two step sons; David Robinson of Christiana, TN. and Jimmy Robinson of Bradyville, TN. Two step daughters; Carvine Young of Woodbury,Tn. and Carolyn Robinson of Woodbury.Tn. Four brothers; Willie Crouch of Woodbury Tn., Homer Crouch of Nashville, Tn., H. L. Crouch of Centertown, Tn., and Ralph Crouch of McMinnville, Tn. Also one sister; Lucille Crouch of Woodbury, Tn. And eight grandchildren.
     He was a driver for Tilford Lumber Company and Cannon County Highway Department.
     Visitation will be Monday Feb. 5, 2007 from 2PM till 6PM at Smith Funeral Home. The funeral will be on Tuesday FEb. 6,2007 at 10AM in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel. Doyle Saddler will officiate. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Murfreesboro Tn.
Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jennifer Lovvorn
     Jennifer Lovvorn, age 23, passed away Mar. 5, 2007. She is survived by her parents, Jeff and Phylis Lovvorn; one son, Nolan Lovvorn; one sister,Jessica Lovvorn; grandmothers, Louise Cook Lovvorn and Lois Neal McGriff, all of Woodbury.
     She was preceeded in death by her Grandfathers; Buford Lovvorn and Charlie McGriff.
     She was a student in the Nursing Program at Tennessee Technology Center in Murfreesboro.
     She was a member of The Woodbury Church of Christ.
     Visitation will be Wednesday, March 7, 2007 from 2PM till 9PM at Smith Funeral Home. The funeral will be Thursday march 8, 2007 at 2PM in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Herb Alsup officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

 
         Mr. Donald R. Borzick, Sr. age 69, passed away March 18, 2007. He was born April 22, 1937 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was preceeded in death by his parents the late Andrew B. and Mary" Flannigan" Borzick and two sons, Christopher A. and Byron A. Borzick.
     Survivors include his wife; Dorothy "Rawn" Borzick of Woodbury, TN.; three sons Donald B. Borzick Jr. of Woodbury, Eric Borzick of Woodbury, and Andrew Borzick of Lake Villa, Illinois; one daughter, Marilee Lehman of Woodbury, three brothers, William Borzick of Wisconsin,  Patrick Borzick of Greenbay, Wisconsin, and Michael Borzick of of Abrams, Wisconsin; three sisters, Elizabeth Felatico, Mary Jane Jaworek, and Geraldine Sweetwood, all of Gumee, Illinois. He is also survived by four grandchildren and one great grandchild.
     Mr. Borzick worked as a maintenance technician in the expanded metal products industry, also performed custom saw work in cabinetry and was an experienced welder. He served several years in the United States Marine Reserves. 
     Private services were held for family and friends. In lieu of flowers  donations may be made to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness Church. Please contact the funeral home for more information..
Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.

Janet L. "Parrish" Bennett
     Mrs. Janet Lenore "Parrish" Bennett, 85 years of age, a 22 year resident of Murfreesboro, Tn. and a native of Parish, NY. passed away on Friday, March 30, 2007
      Mrs. Bennett was born Sept. 15, 1921 to parents; Homer Ellesworth and Ruth Crosby Parrish. She was a retired bookkeeper, an accomplished artist, and a member of the Methodist Church.
     She was preceeded in death by her husband; Byrum Guy " Barney"  Bennett in December of 2005, daughter Janie  Crosby Bennett, two brothers; Bruce and Douglas  Parrish and her parents.
     Mrs. Bennett is survived by her son; Pete and Carol Powell Bennett of Murfreesboro, four daughters; Ann and Billy Lamm of Pennsylvania, Mary  and Chris  Lanterman of Arizona, Bonnie Bennett of Florida and Carol and Ron Shadrick of California. A brother, Barrie and Irene Parrish of Washington and a sister, Jean and Jim Carty of Virginia. Thirteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
     Services for Mrs. Bennett will be held Thursday April 5, 2007 at 10 AM at the Kingwood Heights Church of Christ in Murfreesboro. Charles Mullins will officiate. 
      The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Middle Tennessee Christian School, Linebaugh Library, or Vanderbilt Children's Hospital. Please contact Smith Funeral Home for more information.
Smith Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 615 563 5337

Mrs. Juanita Frances "Hall"  Fugitt
     Mrs Juanita Frances "Hall" Fugitt; Age 82  Passed away April 12, 2007. She was born  Sept. 23, 1924 in McVeigh, Kentucky. and resided in Centertown, Tn.
     She was preceeded in death by her parents, the late Onis Fields and Roberta "Hall" Fields, also by her grandmother who raised her Cynthia "Hall" McClure and a son Johnathan Fugitt. She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Fugitt, two daughters, and sons in law, Melinda and Keith Scott and Sharon and Paul Michael, all of Centertown. One sister,  Mildred Wells of South Point, Ohio, thirteem grandchildren and twenty five great grandchildren.
     She was a homemaker and a member of Temple Baptist Church in McMinnville, Tn.
     Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 14, 2007 from 2 PM till 8 PM at Smith Funeral Home. The funeral will be held on Sunday April 15, 2007 at 1 PM in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Pastor Tom Fittis  will officiate and interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
     Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Mr. Gerald Thomas Crum
     Mr. Gerald Thomas Crum age 80 passed away April 12, 2007. He was born Jan. 23, 1927 in Butler, New Jersey. He was a resident of Woodbury, Tn.
     He was preceeded in death by his parents, the late Alfred  and Delores "Card" Crum, also by his wife Rose "Marion" Crum.
     He is survived by a son and daughter in law, Wayne and Nancy Crum of Woodbury, a daughter Susan Dewolfe of Graceville, Florida: a sister Joyce Godecke of New Jersey , two grandaughters, Jennifer and Steve Cress and Ami  McFerrin , all of Woodbury, Tn., also three great grandchildren.
     Mr. Crum served in the maintenance department for the Granville, N.Y.  schools and was a livestock broker dealing mainly with horses and mules. He served in the U.S. Navy 72 Batallion Seabees during World War two.
     Services were held  in Chipley, Florida.

Mrs. Eunice Opal (Cooper) Barrett

     Mrs. Eunice Opal (Cooper) Barrett, age 90, of Smyrna Tn. passed away April 15, 2007 . She was born Oct 8, 1916 in Cannon County  and was a long time resident of Woodbury, Tennessee.  Her parents were the late  Ezra Cooper and Lallie (Cooper) Davenport.  She was also, preceeded in death by her husband Clyde Barrett, a son, Michael Davenport, three sisters, Lola Davenport, Lois Mingle and Ruby Davenport.  She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Billy and Retta Barrett of Smyrna. Five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.  She worked at Colonial Corporation Shirt Factory in Woodbury for 24 years. She was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ.  Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 17, 2007 from 2 PM till 8 PM at Smith Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 2 PM in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Brother James McDonald officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.

TONY ADAMS         
      Tony Adams, 58 of Springfield, TN died May 1, 2007.  He was born September 9, 1948 in Cannon County, TN.  His parents were the late Paul and Dolly (Herndon) Adams.
      Survivors include his wife, Elaine Adams of Springfield; son, Paul Adams of Springfield; three daughters and sons-in-law, Urusla and Eric Lorenz of Millersville, TN, Kristy and Ray Bryant of Springfield, Barbara and Brent Harmon of Cross Plains, TN; one brother, Gary and Kay Adams of Woodbury; two sisters, Irma and Bobby Melton of Woodbury and Nina of Murfreesboro; and five grandchildren.
       He was a graduate of Central High School in Woodbury a member of the Church of Christ and a product design engineer.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. 
       Bro. Rannie Phillips officiated and interment was in Cherry Cemetery.

KITTY LEE DUTTON   
     Kitty Lee Dutton of Woodbury, died May 8, 2007.  She was a long time resident of Nashville, TN.  Miss Dutton is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Lee and Lila (Ford) Dutton.  She is also preceded in death by four brothers, Allen Dutton, Dewey Brown Dutton, Arnold Dutton and James Dutton; three sisters, Lunetta Alexander, Gertrude Harris and Freda Hancock.
     She is survived by three sisters, Billie Campbell and Josephine McGee both of Woodbury and Dean Pittard of Lebanon.  Also survived by several nieces and nephews, a special niece Jama Hancock of Gassaway.
     She was a member of the Church of Christ.  Bro. Gary Hancock and Al Bugg, Jr. officiated and interment was in Sycamore Cemetery.
     In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

DARLA POTTER     
      Darla Jo Potter, 35 of Murfreesboro died May 13, 2007.  She was a native of Cannon County.  She was born December 31, 1971.  Her parents are Harold & Paulette Potter of Woodbury.  She is also survived by a brother Jr. Potter of Monroe, GA.
     At Darla's request her body will be used to help organ donation recipents.  She was on the kidney transpant waiting list herself.  She also requested that following the donation process, that her body be cremated and no services held.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or the National Kidney Foundation. 

EMMA JEAN (ODOM) CAIRO WOODARD
     Emma Jean Cairo Woodard, 65 of Woodbury died June 4, 2007.  She was born January 15, 1942 and was a native of Cannon County.  She was the daughter of the late Ben and Mary Ester (Todd) Odom.  She was also preceded in death by her first husband Robert Eugene Odom and her second husband Charles Woodard; three brothers, Grady Odom, Robert Odom and Willie Odom and one sister, Viola Odom.
     Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Regina Cairo of Murfreesboro.  Two grandchildren, Alexia Cairo and Devin Cairo of Murfreesboro.  A special niece, Alicia Odom and several other nieces and nephews. 
     Mrs. Woodard was a member of the Water Street Church of Christ.  She also worked at Samsonite in Murfreesboro for many years and the Stones River Hospital. 
     Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 6, 2007 from 4-8 PM at Smith Funeral Home.  Funeral services will be Thursday, June 7, 2007 at Noon in the Smith Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment will be at Hoover Cemetery.  Smith Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.  Condolences may be left via the guestbook here on the website.

GEORGIA PEARL DAVENPORT
     Georgia Pearl Davenport, 93 of Woodbury died June 2, 2007.  She was a native of Rutherford County but had lived in Cannon County for most of her life.  She was born November 21, 1913.   Her parents were the late Lee and Sallie (Taylor) Shipp.  She is also preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Shipp; two sisters, Bessie Dunaway and two sons, Freddie Davenport and Wayne Davenport.
      Survivors include her husband of 73 years, Clarence Davenport of Woodbury; six sons and three daughter-in-laws, Ralph Davenport of Connecticut, C.W. and Linda Davenport of Murfreesboro, Melvin and Linda Davenport of Woodbury, Bobby and Kathleen Davenport of Woodbury, Thad Davenport of Woodbury and Lynn Davenport of Woodbury; two daughters, Mary Frances McFerrin of Woodbury and Judy and James Norrell of Georgia; eighteen grandchildren and twenty eight great grandchildren.
      She was a devoted mother and wife.  She was a member of the Church of Christ.
     Visitation will be held Monday, June 4, 2007 from 4 PM until 8 PM.  Funeral services will be held graveside at Riverside Garden, Tuesday, June 5, 2007 at 11 AM.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made through the funeral home to the American Diabetes Association.  
 Condolences may be left via the guestbook here on the website.  

   
    
    
     

     
     

    
     
     
    
     



   
   
     
     


     
     
     
     
  
     
   
     

   
   
    
    
     
 

 



     

   
     
     
     
    

    




  
     



  
   
     

     
  

  
    
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