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Obituaries For Thursday, March 15
Mrs. Linnie K. Garrett, age 66 of Rickman, passed from this life on Thursday morning, March 15, 2018 in the comfort of her home. She is survived by her loving husband, Danny Garrett; son, Christopher Dial & wife Bridgette and step-son, Kelvin Garrett & wife Lucinda. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Mr. John Monk, age 80, of Cookeville, died Wednesday March 14 at 5:15 a.m. in Hospice of Chattanooga. Arrangements are incomplete.
Jerry “Bird” Lowhorn, Age 51, Of Monterey, Passed Away On Tuesday, March 13, 2018, At His Home. Mr. Lowhorn Was Born On March 4, 1967, In Monterey, To Christene Tayes Lowhorn Of Monterey, And The Late Leonard Jr. Lowhorn. Mr. Lowhorn Was A Self-Employed Drywall Hanger And Finisher. In Addition To His Mother, He Is Survived By His Wife, Renee Poteet Lowhorn Of Monterey; 1 Daughter, Brooklyn Lowhorn Of Monterey; 2 Sons, Dakota Lowhorn Of Monterey, Cole Lowhorn (And Renea Hays) Of Monterey; 1 Grandson, Grayson “BeBop” Lowhorn Of Monterey; 3 Sisters And Brothers-In-Law, Kaye And Larry Phillips Of Watertown, Debbie And Mike Ray Of Cookeville, Betty And Richard Parker Of Monterey; 4 Brothers And 3 Sisters-In-Law, Leonard And Brenda Lowhorn Of Monterey, Ted And Joyce Lowhorn Of Monterey, Garry Lowhorn Of Monterey, Larry And Laura Lowhorn Of Watertown. In Addition To His Father, He Was Preceded In Death By His Sister, Regina Lynn Lowhorn; And Brother, Bobby Ray Lowhorn. His Family Is Honoring His Wishes Of Cremation With Celebration Of Life Services At A Later Date.
Funeral services for James Henderson Ford, age 97 of Sparta, TN, will be held Friday, March 16, 2018 at 11 am in the chapel of Presley Funeral Home with Pastor Myron Greer and Darcy Abbott officiating.
Interment will follow in Shipley Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday 4 pm to 8 pm and Friday 10 am until service time at the funeral home. Mr. Ford passed on Monday, March 12, 2018, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, TN. He was born in Putnam County, on October 8, 1920, to the late James Henderson and Addie McDaniel Ford. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Rilda Wilmoth Ford, his sons, James T. Ford and Paul E. Ford; brothers, Talmadge, Hubert, Millard, Woodrow, Silas, and Tom; sisters, Pansy McCloud, Mattie Belle, Margaret Shaver Wilmoth, and Mae Fields. Mr. Ford is survived by two sons, David L. Ford of Murfreesboro, Jerry W. Ford of Sparta; daughter-in-law Sharon Clark Ford of Cookeville; nine grandchildren, Tonya Ford, Brandi King, Betsy (Darcy) Abbott, April Cross, Alisha Jacobs, Amy (Jonathan) Moss, Nathan Ford, Andrea (Brett) Patterson, and Angel Ford; nineteen Great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Dorothy Wilmoth and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a World War II veteran, who served from October 3, 1941, until October 17, 1945, in the U.S. Army. During that time he served as a mortarman in the European Theater for over 2 years. He was awarded three Bronze Stars for heroism in the field of battle, and a Purple Heart for injuries received. He was a farmer and a factory worker for over 50 years retiring in 1985. He continued farming after retirement and enjoyed raising a huge garden and giving food to family, friends, neighbors, and total strangers. He loved bowling and spent many Monday mornings at Bowling World with other retired friends. He also enjoyed challenging friends and family in games of dice and cards. A favorite pastime was deer hunting, and he spent many early mornings sipping coffee in the cold woods.
Funeral services for Mr. Barnie E. Moe Wakefield, age 87, of Livingston will be conducted 12 noon Friday, March 16, 2017 from the Livingston Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Ricky Kimble will officiate. Burial will be in the Daniels Cemetery. Mr. Wakefield passed from this life on Saturday afternoon at the Overton County Health & Rehab Center. He was born in Madison, Tennessee on December 19, 1930 to the late Ambrose & Lillie King Wakefield. Mr. Wakefield loved sports, gardening & his family. He also enjoyed cooking and baking, playing cards and loved children. He is survived by his loving wife, Mrs. Joyce Ledbetter Wakefield of Livingston; daughter, Sandy Wakefield of Ann Arbor, MI; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Moe was preceded in death by his son, Roy Dale Wakefield; sister, Juanita Leonard & brother, Arnold Wakefield. The family will welcome friends on Thursday evening from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Livingston Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Mr. William Johnie Webb, age 92, of Livingston will be conducted 2 p.m., Friday, March 16, 2018 from the chapel of Speck Funeral Home, with a Masonic service starting at 2 p.m. Bro. Steven Barlow will officiate. Burial will be in the Okolona Cemetery, with Military Honors provided by the Overton County Veterans Honor Guard. Mr. Webb passed from this life on Sunday evening, March 11, 2018 from the Overton County Health & Rehab. Johnie was born on May 24, 1925 in Windle, TN, to the late Hannah Elizabeth (Poston) and Herman Webb. Johnie is survived by one daughter: Janet and husband Johnny Gann of Livingston. Four grandchildren: Wm. Lynn and wife Cecilia Gann of Houston, TX; Jeannie and husband Chad Cavendish of Fredericksburg, VA; Wesley and wife Cailey Webb of Baxter, and Shanae Webb of Cookeville. Eight great-grandchildren; Jordan Gann of Fayetteville, AR; Julia Gann and Jaden Gann of Houston, TX; Mason Cavendish, Audrey Cavendish and Ethan Cavendish of Fredericksburg, VA; Branch Webb of Baxter, TN, and Ava Grace Webb of Cookeville. He is also survived by a sister: Betty and husband Bill Sells of Gambril, MD; and a brother: Kenneth and wife Jimmie Webb of Livingston. In Addition to his parents and wives, he was preceded in death by a son, John Stephen Webb; a brother, Dempsie Webb; and sisters, Edith Webb, Gladys Biddle and Sue Anna Brock. The family will welcome friends on Friday morning from 11 a.m. until time of services.
Funeral services for Nishant Soni, age 38, of Cookeville, will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday March 17 at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. Nishant passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born July 6, 1979 in Arlington, TX to Dr. Bharat and Purnima Soni of Cookeville. Nishant was a special person. He communicated through facial expressions and his innocent smile and got connected with friends and family. In true sense, he was a saint for his family and friends and everyone who came in touch with him feel blessed. In addition to his parents, Nishant is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Niraj and Jinal Soni of Franklin; nephew, Arin Soni; and several friends and extended family. The family will receive friends Friday from 4 -7 p.m and Saturday after 8:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam County Board of Education, Attn: Special Education Dept., 1400 East Spring Street, Cookeville, TN 38506.
Funeral services for Mrs. Anna “Ann” Karch, age 91, of Cookeville, will be held Saturday March 17 at 11 a.m. at Cookeville First United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Welch Memorial Cemetery in Monterey. Mrs. Karch’s family will receive friends Friday from 4 p. m. until 8 p.m. at Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home and Saturday from 10 a.m. until service time at the church.
Mrs. Karch.died Wednesday March 14, 2018 at 12:06 p.m. in The Bailey Manor in Cookeville.
A Funeral Mass for Ms. Alice Marie Lee, age 90 of Gainesboro, will be held Saturday, March 17, 2018 beginning at 11:00 am at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church on Washington Avenue in Cookeville, with Father James Panackal officiating on Washington Avenue in Cookeville. Ms. Lee passed from this life Sunday, March 11, 2018, at her home in Gainesboro. She was born Friday, May 27, 1927, in Winthrop, Massuchetts to the late Harold G. and Annie G. (McAulisse) Leighton. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, and was part of the welcoming committee for the Pope when he came to Florida. She loved to travel and especially loved Tennessee. Survivors include: 2 Daughters: Pattie and Rick Ditewig of Wisconsin, Ann Marie and John Santiago of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; 1 Daughter-in-law: Susan Lee of Gainesboro; 13 Grandchildren; 38 Great Grandchildren; 3 Great Great Grandchildren; 1 Sister: Rita Kronhleim. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband: Richard Lee, 2 Sons, Leighton and Gary Lee, 1 Daughter, Dixie Lee, and 3 Sisters. The family will receive friends at the church Saturday, March 17, from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am.
Celebration of Life for Bettye A. Savage, age 82 of Sparta, will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 17, 2018 from the chapel of Crest Lawn Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery in Doyle, Tennessee. Bettye was born Tuesday, June 25, 1935 in White City, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Bessie (Fletcher) Dent. Bettye was a pastor’s wife who served 58 years with her husband Ray. She served on the Kentucky district Nazarene missions council. Bettye was a representative for her local church at general assemblies, district assemblies, mission conventions, and served as a faithful Sunday school teacher. Bettye was a devoted wife, loving daughter, loyal sister, wonderful mom and a kind and caring grandmother and great-grandmother. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, March 16, 2018 and Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 9:00 am until time of services at Crest Lawn Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Mr. Reece Denson, 59, of Gainesboro, will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Anderson – Upper Cumberland Funeral Home in Gainesboro. Burial will follow in the Dodson Branch Cemetery in the Dodson Branch community of Jackson County. He passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at his residence. He was born June 2, 1958, in Woodbury, TN, to the late Henry Denson and Irene Denson. On January 23, 1993, he was married to Patricia Denson, who survives. He worked in factory maintenance. He loved hunting and fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 Granddaughter: Makenzie Allen; and 2 Brothers: Oscar Denson and Bobby Denson. Survivors include his Wife: Patricia Denson of Gainesboro; 2 Step Sons: James Allen of Cookeville, TN, and Michael Allen of Jackson County; 1 Step Daughter: Christal Allen of Jackson County; 10 Step Grandchildren: Kelsie, Kylee, Jayton, Chloe, Caleb, Breana, Madison, Raelee, Bridget, and Kaylee; 3 Brothers: Wayne Denson, Michael Denson, and George Denson; 2 Sisters: Mary Carmack and Sara Jane Johnson; and 2 Special Friends: Ricky Haney and Ronnie Hunter. The family will receive friends on Friday from 4 P.M. – 8 P.M., and Saturday from 10 A.M. until time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to help with funeral expenses by contacting the funeral home.
Masonic Funeral Rites For Johnny Essary, Age 73, Of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Formerly Of Monterey, Tennessee, Will Be Conducted On Saturday, March 17, 2018, At 2:00 PM From The Chapel Of Goff Funeral Home. Interment Will Follow In The Welch Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Essary Was Born On October 6, 1944, In Cumberland County, Tennessee, To The Late Homer And Mable Toney Essary. Mr. Essary Passed Away On Saturday, March 10, 2018. Mr. Essary Was A Delivery Truck Driver For Construction Work Sites. He Was A Member Of Shelbyville Masonic Lodge #122 And Shelbyville Order Of Eastern Star Chapter #343. He Is Survived By His Sister, Marie Watson Of Beaver Creek, OH; And Several Nieces And Nephews. In Addition To His Parents, He Was Preceded In Death By His Wives, Louise Smith Essary And Martha Murphy Essary; His Sisters, Dorothy Cross And Thelma Miller; Brothers, Bobby And Floyd Essary; 1 Infant Sister; And 2 Infant Brothers. In Lieu Of Flowers, His Request Was For Memorial Donations To Be Given To A Masonic Organization Of Your Choice. The Family Will Receive Friends At Goff Funeral Home On Saturday, March 17, 2018, From 1:00 PM Until Time Of Masonic Funeral Rites At 2:00 PM.
Memorial services for Sarah F. Harp, 61, of Sparta, will be held at 4 P.M. on Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Anderson-Upper Cumberland Funeral Home in Gainesboro. The family has chosen cremation. She passed away on Friday, March 9, 2018, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born September 3, 1956, in Jackson County, to the late Sam Stafford and Hallie Biggs Stafford. She was married to the late James Harp, and was a homemaker. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 3 Brothers: George Dillard Stafford, Sam Dow Stafford, and Daniel Lee Stafford; and 4 Sisters: Jo Helen Hammock, Mae Ellen Mayberry, Frankie Keith, and Bonnie Phann. Survivors include 1 Son: Tinsley Boles of Cookeville; 2 Daughters: Jamie Gamble of Sparta, and Crystal Rogers of Cookeville; 7 Grandchildren; 5 Great Grandchildren; 2 Brothers: Jack Stafford and Paul (Moline) Stafford, all of Gainesboro; and 1 Sister: Janie Uhles of Smith County. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 1 P.M. until time of services.
Celebration Of Life Services For Mary Sharon Garcia, Age 69, Of Monterey, Tennessee, Will Be Conducted On Sunday, March 18, 2018, At 1:00 PM From Hope In Christ Fellowship, 315 East Peter Avenue, Monterey, Tennessee. Rev. Johnny Bowman And Rev. Steve Looper Will Officiate. Mrs. Garcia Passed Away On Saturday, March 10, 2018, At The Standing Stone Care And Rehabilitation Center. A Complete Obituary Will Be Posted As It Becomes Available.
Funeral services for Ms. Virginia King Hunter, 96 of Cookeville, will be held Sunday, March 18, 2018 beginning at 3:00 pm at First United Methodist Church in Cookeville, with Pastor’s Martin Theiland, Mark Gaw and John Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery in Cookeville. Ms. Hunter passed from this life Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born Saturday, August 27, 1921 in Livingston, she was the daughter of the late Arlice and Willie Mae (Bowden) Hodges. The family will receive friends at Crest Lawn Funeral Home, Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and at the First United Methodist Church, Sunday, March 18, from 2:00 pm until the time of service at 3:00 pm.
