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Obituaries For Wednesday, April 28
Jessica Megan Bishop, 44 of Cookeville, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Billy “Bill” H. Waller, 74 of Gainesboro, Tennessee passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Bill was born Sunday, June 9, 1946, in Silver Point, Tennessee, and he was the son of the late Wilbur Frank Waller and the late Laveda (Maxwell) Waller. Bill was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was known for his storytelling and he never met a stranger. He was loved by all that knew him and he will be greatly missed. Bill is survived by, Wife of 52 years, Donna Waller; 3 Children, Billy and Christine Waller, Jeff and Dawn Waller, and Jay and Laura Waller. Bill chose cremation, the family followed his wishes, and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Funeral services for Jerry Wayne Holt, of Cookeville, will be held on Friday, April 30 at 11 A.M. at Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Flatt – Woolbright Cemetery in Jackson County. Mr. Holt passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at his residence. He was born November 20, 1948, in Hazel Green, AL, to the late Jeremiah Brooks Holt and Mary Lee McCool Holt. On November 9, 1984, he was married to Pam Holt, who survives. He was retired from the Division of Property Assessment as Regional Supervisor, and served in the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife, Pam Holt of Cookeville; son, Jeremy (Logan Lawalin) Holt of Savannah, GA; and daughters, Amanda (Chris) Harris of Baxter, and Lori (Sam) Somerville-Hamlin of West Virginia. Family would like to offer a special thanks to Visiting Angels and Avalon Hospice for their care during Jerry’s illness. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4 P.M. – 8 P.M., and Friday from 9 A.M. until time of services.
Funeral services for Coach Dee Harris, age 92 of Sparta, will be conducted 12:00pm Friday, April 30 at West Sparta Church of Christ. Burial with full military honors by the Veterans’ Honor Guard will follow in Highland Cemetery. Coach Harris passed away Tuesday evening at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Dee attended White County High School, graduating in 1948. During his time there, he was involved in many activities, excelling in football and basketball, earning a football scholarship to Middle Tennessee State University. At MTSU, Dee was introduced to his mentor, Coach Charles Murphy, who helped shape Dee’s professional career. In 1951, Dee answered his country’s call, and proudly served in the United States Army in the Panama Canal until 1953. Dee then returned to Tennessee and earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Education from MTSU in 1954. Dee began an illustrious coaching career at Pulaski, and later at Watertown. When offered the chance to return home and be the head coach of his beloved Warriors, Dee didn’t think twice and accepted the role in 1958. The following year, Dee married his love, Rosemary Meadows, on July 24th. Throughout their 45 year marriage, they not only lovingly raised two sons, Mike and Steve Harris, but many other athletes, friends, nieces and nephews. He is survived by his sons, Mike (Connie) Harris of Sparta and Steve (Jennifer) Harris of Murfreesboro. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Highland Cemetery, where Dee served on the board of directors for over 20 years, in care of Hunter Funeral Home, PO BOX 90, Sparta, TN 38583. The family will receive friends Friday from 10:00am until service time at West Sparta Church.
Funeral services for David Ray Wilson age 80 of the Doyle Community will be Friday April 30 at 1:00 PM, with burial in the Spring Hill cemetery. Bishop Donald Goodrum and Bishop Howard Thomason will officiate. He passed away April 26, 2021 at CRMC after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born January 28, 1941 in Spencer TN to his parents Milburn and Linnie Mae. He had 5 sisters Nyda Faye, Ida Mae, Emma Jane, Paulette, and Willette. He was a 1959 graduate of Van Buren County High School. He married the love of his life, Dorothy Roberts Wilson on March 16, 1962. They were married 57 years before her death. He was a career employee of Thomas Industries where he was known as Speedy. David and Dorothy also served as House parents at the Church of God Home for Children for 8 years in Seiverville TN. He was a member of the East Sparta Church of God where he served as church clerk and council member for many years. He also served as Pastor of the Gum Springs Mtn. Church of God and had a radio ministry for several years. The family will receive friends for the viewing from 4-7 PM Thursday April 29 at the East Sparta Church of God.
Funeral services for Tommy Moss, age 81 of Nashville, formerly of Baxter, will be held Friday April 30, 2021 beginning at 2:00 pm from the chapel of Crest Lawn Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Fox officiating. Interment will follow in Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery. He passed from this life Monday, April 26, 2021. Born Wednesday, November 29, 1939 in Baxter, he was the son of the late Jim and Rhoda (Leftwich) Moss. Tommy was a loving father, grand father and friend to all. He loved to tell a good joke yet also would let you know when you were wrong in a nice way. He was a giving person donating to St. Judes Children’s Hospital every month. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, from 12:00 noon until the time of service at 2:00 pm.
A Celebration Of Life Gathering For Anna Sue Davis, Age 84 Of Monterey, Will Be Conducted On Friday, April 30 From 4:00 PM Until 6:00 PM From The Chapel Of Goff Funeral Home. Mrs. Davis Passed Away On Friday, April 23 At The Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Davis Worked With Procter And Gamble And Was An Executive Secretary To The Vice President. She Attended University Of Cincinnati And Was A Member Of Mensa. She Is Survived By Her Husband Of 60 Years, Lonnie Davis Of Monterey; Daughter, Daphne Davis Of Cincinnati; and sons, Barry Alan Davis And April Davis Of Crossville, and Terry Davis Of Cincinnati. The Family Will Receive Friends At Goff Funeral Home On Friday, April 30, 2021, From 4:00 PM Until 6:00 PM.
A Memorial Service for Troy Eugene Gore, 59 of Sparta, will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, April 30 at Oak Lawn Funeral Home with Cameron Howard officiating. Mr. Gore passed away on Friday, April 23 at his home. Troy was an avid motorsports enthusiast who enjoyed bringing life back to all things mechanical. He was a loving Daddy, Brother, and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, riding motorcycles, playing bocce ball, and playing with his grandchildren. Troy brought a light to this Earth that will never go dim as he always had a kind word and a smile for everyone he met. He is survived by his children, Lindsey Gore, Cody Gore, and Lee (Kim) Braswell. The family will welcome friends from 4:00 PM until time of the service at the funeral home.
