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Obituaries For Thursday, August 5
Mrs. Sylvia McGee, age 84 of Cookeville, died Thursday, August 5th, at her home. Arrangements are incomplete.
James “Jaime” Paul Austin, age 31 of Cookeville, passed away Tuesday, August 3 in Cookeville. Arrangements are incomplete.
Funeral services for Mr. Jimmy Allen Presley, age 64 of Spencer, will be conducted 11:00am Friday, August 6 from the Chapel of Hunter Funeral Home with burial in Town Cemetery in Spencer. Mr. Spencer passed away on Monday, August 2 at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. Jimmy retired after a long career at TDOT and in retirement needed to work so he worked at Robinson’s Store in Spencer. Everyone that knew Jimmy, knew he loved to laugh and have a good time especially when it came to telling fishing and hunting stories. Jimmy loved the outdoors, whether he was hunting or fishing but he also loved gardening. He took great pride in his garden and grew it not for himself to but to be able to serve others with it. Jimmy also took great joy in watching people eat his hot peppers. Survivors include his mother, Daisey Presley; and children, Tara Scott, Angie (Mike) Dickerson, Kyle Shoupe, Allen Shoupe, and Zain Shoupe. The family will receive friends Thursday from 4-8:00pm at Hunter Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Shirley Elaine Rich, 61 of Baxter, will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, August 6, 2021, at Presley Funeral Home with Bro. Myron Greer officiating. Interment will follow in the Double Springs Cemetery. She passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021, Cookeville. Shirley was born Tuesday, October 13, 1959, to the late Joe Beasley and Olivia Jeanette Jones Beasley. Shirley loved to needlework, spend time with her grand kids and having fun with “Mother-in-law”. Survivors include Husband Willie K Rich, Baxter; Children Rebecca Bristow, Joseph Irick, Adron Irick Jr., Alicia Vinson, Willie Rich, Charles Rich, Josh Hughes, James Hughes and their spouses. Visitation with the family will be held Friday, August 6, 2021, from 10:00 Am until time of service from the chapel of Presley Funeral Home.
Funeral Services for Joe Lee Taylor, 81 of Cookeville, will be held Friday, August 6 at 2:00 PM from the chapel of Crest Lawn Funeral Home with full military honors with Bro. Johnny Fox officiating. Interment will follow in the Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery. He passed from this life on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Joe was born Friday, July 19, 1940, in Cookeville, Tennessee, and he was the son of the late John Taylor and the late Rhoda (Netherton) Taylor. Joe was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He retired from McCords. He served in the United States Army. He loved gardening, woodworking, and metal detecting. Joe was loved by all that knew him and he will be greatly missed. Joe is survived by, Daughter, Connie, and Jeff Birdwell. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, August 5, 2021, and again, Friday, August 6, 2021, from 12:00 pm until the time of service at Crest Lawn Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Jeffrey Scott Greenwood, 51 of Crossville, formerly of Cookeville, will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021, at 3 P.M. at Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Lynn Cemetery in the Burristown community of Jackson County, TN. He passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021, at St. Thomas Midtown in Nashville, TN. He was born May 1, 1970, in Cookeville, TN, to the late Aaron Rajjoe Greenwood and Bonnie Sue Bryant Greenwood. On February 12, 1999, he was married to Angela Greenwood, who survives. He was a mechanic and carpenter, and a member of the Double Springs Baptist Church. Survivors include his Wife: Angela Greenwood of Crossville, TN; Sons: Austin Greenwood and Dylan Greenwood, both of Crossville, TN, and Scott Greenwood of Maryville, TN; Daughters: Kendra (James) Morris of Maryville, TN, Jessica Davis of Crossville, TN, and Isabella Greenwood of Crossville. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4 P.M. – 8 P.M., and Friday from 11 A.M. until time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to assist with funeral expenses by contacting the funeral home.
Celebration of Life Services for Ms. Alfrieda Smith, age 75, of Monroe will be conducted 6 p.m., Friday, August 6, 2021 from the chapel of Speck Funeral Home. Ms. Smith passed from this life on Thursday evening, July 29, 2021 from the Overton County Health & Rehab. She was born in Monroe, Tennessee on July 5, 1946 to the late Floyd Allard and Novie Gray Smith. Ms. Alfrieda leaves behind her brother, Ronald D. “R.D.” Smith of Rickman, TN and several nieces and nephews. The family will welcome friends from 5 p.m. until time of services at Speck Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Mr. Kerlee Adcock, age 88 of Walling, will be conducted 1:00pm Saturday, August 7 from the Chapel of Hunter Funeral Home with burial in Spring Hill Cemetery. Mr. Adcock passed away on Tuesday, August 3 at his residence. He retired from Mallory and was an avid farmer and fisherman. Simply put, Kerlee was a good man who enjoyed working, farming, fishing and family. When he could not work out on the farm, he enjoyed watching the hummingbirds from his living room. He proudly served his country in the United States Army while stationed in Germany. Surviving family members include his wife, Jean Adcock; daughter, Selina (Tim) Ross, and step-children, Sandra (J.D.) Hanna, Faye (John ) Mitchell, Cheryl (Ken) Hatfield, Evonne (Jeff) Higgins, and Steve Marsh. The family will receive friends after 11:00am Saturday at Hunter Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Frances “Frankie” Mae Owen, 83 of Baxter, will be Saturday, August 7 at 2 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Smellage Memory Gardens in the Boma Community. Bro. Herb Leftwich will officiate. Mrs. Owen died Tuesday August 3, 2021 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Frankie worked as a server at Cracker Barrel for 13 years before retiring. She enjoyed baking for others, gardening, crafting and taking care of grandchildren/great-grandchildren. Survivors include her children, SuSu Franklin, Lisa (Jody) Swindle, and Patrick Liggett. The family will receive friends Friday from 4 to 8 PM and after 10 AM Saturday until service time at the funeral home.
Graveside services and interment for Mary Frances Hitchcock, age 90 of Cookeville, will be Sunday, August 8 at 2 PM at Brown’s Mill Cemetery. Pastor Maston Jackson will officiate. Mrs. Hitchcock passed away Thursday morning August 5 at Signature Health Care of Putnam County. Known as Mema, she loved her family and prayed for each one every night. She faithfully attended Hampton’s Crossroads Baptist Church. She enjoyed an abundance of love from her nieces and nephews. Mrs. Frances previously worked at Wilson Sporting Goods and enjoyed driving cars for Ford and Toyota with her husband, Howard. She and Howard spent many hours together finding and restoring antiques. She is survived by her children, Glen (Reba) Hitchcock daughter, and Kathy (Tracy) Daugherty. Memorial donations may be made to Brown’s Mill Cemetery Fund, c/o Cora Norris, 3198 Browns Mill Road, Cookeville, TN 38506 or Hampton’s Crossroads Baptist Church OCC Fund, 109 Stallion Road, Cookeville, TN 38506. Her family will receive friends immediately following the services at the cemetery.
Celebration Of Life Services For Loretta Pennington, Age 79 Of Monterey, Will Be Conducted On Sunday, August 8 At 2:00 PM From The Chapel Of Goff Funeral Home. Rev. J.L. “Chip” Pennington Will Officiate. Mrs. Pennington Passed Away On Thursday, July 29 At Her Home. Mrs. Pennington Was A Loving And Devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, And Great Grandmother. She Was A Teacher, Interpreter For The Deaf, Artist, Crafter, Counselor, Missionary, And A College Professor. She Is Survived By Her Husband, Rev. J.L. “Chip” Pennington; Daughters, Kelly Jo Pennington Rose And Mark Rose, Amy Beth Pennington Springs And Elbert Springs; and Sons, Jeffrey Lyle Pennington And Cynthia Dewitte, Caleb Pennington, and Exequel Pennington. Her Wishes Of Cremation Are Being Honored. In Lieu Of Flowers, The Family Request Please Feed A Stranger. The Family Will Receive Friends At Goff Funeral Home On Sunday, August 8 From 12:00 PM Until Time Of Services At 2:00 PM.
Funeral services for Kimberly Redman, age 58 of Cookeville, will be held Saturday, August 7 beginning at 2:00 pm from the chapel of Crest Lawn Funeral Home, with Pastor Bo Hendrix officiating. Interment will follow in Sand Springs Memorial Garden. Mrs. Redman passed from this life Thursday, August 5 at her home in Cookeville. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sister, and friend to all who knew her. She worked many years at Cookeville Regional Medical Cener. She liked reading and spending time with the Grandchildren. In addition to her Mother, Betty Henry, Kim is survived by her children, Stacey Slaven, Danny (Tiffany) Redman, and Andy (Haley) Redman. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, August 7 from 12:00 noon until the time of service at 2:00 pm.
Memorial Services for Zada “Marie” Eller, 91 of Sparta, will be held on Sunday, August 8 at Plainview Church of Christ Hwy 84, in Sparta at 2:30 PM with Bro. Earl Alverson and Dan Gulley officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday, at the church, from 1:30 PM till the time of service. Mrs. Eller passed away on Saturday, July 31 at her home surrounded by family. She was a member of Plainview Church of Christ. She was the owner of All Occasions Cake shop. She loved her children, and grandchildren. She loved spending time with her family and playing board games. Survivors include her Husband of 23 Years, Herman Earl Eller; and children, Terry (Pam) Parks, Sharon (David) Trisdale, Cheryl (Carl) Hitchcock, Vickie Randolph, and Earlene (Jerry) Steakley. The family will receive friends on Sunday, at the church, from 1:30 PM till the time of service.
Memorial services for Marion Lela Bohannon, age 101 of Cookeville, will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday August 11 at Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Gary Lee will officiate. An Order of Eastern Star Ceremony will begin at 6:15 p.m. Mrs. Bohannon passed away Saturday July 17 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Bohannon was a member of Salem Church in Cookeville. She served on various community boards including Cookeville Rescue Mission, Salvation Army, and Putnam County Clearing House. She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary Post 46, Putnam County Kiwanis, and Past Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 152. She is survived by her grandson, Erik (Shannon) Augustson. Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam County Kiwanis, P.O. Box 9, Cookeville, TN 38503; or an organization of choice. Visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. until time of services.
Celebration of Life Services for Mrs. Carol Sue Copeland, age 78 of Cookeville, will be conducted 11 a.m., Saturday, August 14 from the Livingston First Christian Church. Bro. Scott Copeland will officiate. Mrs. Carol Sue Copeland passed from this life on Wednesday, January 19, 2021 from the Cookeville Regional Medical Center from complications of COVID pneumonia. She grew up in Livingston, Tennessee and excelled academically, was well liked and had many friends. She was a cheerleader for Livingston Academy High School. Sue and Steve married at age 19 and Sue worked to support Steve through college at Tennessee Tech University and the Veterinary School at Auburn University, all while raising their young sons. When Steve completed his education at Auburn, the family returned to the Upper Cumberland, settled in Cookeville and established Copeland Veterinary Hospital. Sue was instrumental in the success of the practice and essentially did everything including managing the front desk, keeping the books, and assisting in the treatment areas as well as the kennel. Steve has always said that he gives credit to Sue for the success of Copeland Veterinary Hospital. She is Survived by her husband, Dr. Steve Copeland D.V.M; and, sons Dr. Scott (Mona) Copeland M.D., and Steven R. Copeland all of Cookeville. The family will welcome friends at the time of services.
