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Obituaries For Tuesday, June 27
Gretchen Anne Golden, age 62 of Sparta, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023, at her residence. She was born Saturday, April 8, 1961 in Dallas, Texas to the late John Kauffman and the late Margaret May Kauffman. In addition to her parents, Gretchen was preceded in death by her son- Steven Butera. Surviving family members include Sons- Austin Butera of Sparta, and Joseph Butera of New York; Sister- Erica Kauffman; Cousin- Greg Kauffman of Texas. Gretchen loved animals. She especially loved all of her pets. She loved reading books and knitting. Gretchen was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. The family has chosen cremation, a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Michael L. Alred, 55 of Cookeville, passed away, Saturday, June 24, 2023 at his home. He was born October 26, 1967 in Cookeville to Carl and Aileen Randolph Alred of Cookeville. He was preceded in death by a brother, Steve Alred. Michael was a Navy veteran. He was a NASCAR fan and enjoyed football. Survivors in addition to his parents, include daughter, Cydney Alred; son, Aaren Alred both of Cookeville, grandchildren: Ansley Alred, Bella Kolath and Ariyah Alred. A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date.
Linda Goddard, age 72, of the Muddy Pond Community of Monterey, and formerly of Florida and Michigan, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at her home. Mrs. Goddard was born on Tuesday, March 27, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late John and Verna Gurney. Mrs. Goddard was a Pulmonologist Technician. She was a member of Clarkrange United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Carson Goddard; granddaughter, Alicia Webber of Royal Oak, MI; daughter-in-law, Tracy Webber of Royal Oak, MI; brothers and sister, John Gurney, Susan Gurney, Mark Gurney and Stuart Gurney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, David Michael Webber. Her wishes of cremation are being honored with Celebration of Life Services to be announced at a later date.
Jennifer Irene Hamilton, age 70 of Cookeville, passed from this life Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center in Monterey. Born Monday, August 4, 1952 in Aberdeen, Washington, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Vernice (Burham) Carson. Jennifer has chosen cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.
Funeral services for Douglas C. Vandiver, 80 of the Union Hill community of Jackson County, will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at 1 P.M. in the chapel of Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home, with Bro. Stan Gantt and Bro. Kelly Stockton officiating. Burial will follow in the Union Hill – Flatt Cemetery in Bloomington Springs. He was born May 13, 1943, in Helen, GA, and he passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at his residence. He was the son of the late Clifford Miles Vandiver and Gladys Tatum Vandiver. On September 14, 1981, he was married to Judy West Vandiver, who survives. He retired from GM after 30 years in Doraville, GA. He then opened Vandiver’s Body Shop in Jackson County in 1992, retiring in 2021. He was also a member of the Union Hill Church of Christ. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his Sisters: Mariam Head, Dot Wood, and Gwen Allen. Survivors include his Wife: Judy West Vandiver of Bloomington Springs; Sons: Stacy Vandiver, Troy (Trina) Vandiver, and Dwayne (Christy) Vandiver, all of Cleveland, GA; Daughters: Charlotte Austin of Cookeville, Donna Hayes of Cookeville, and Kimberly (Chris) Bowman of Bloomington Springs; Brothers: Harold (Debra) Vandiver of Elberton, GA, Herbert (Carol) Vandiver of Helen, GA, and Eric (Jane) Vandiver of Helen, GA; Grandchildren: April Casper, Clayton Duncan, Josh Hayes, Mikayla Cash, Makenzie Bowman, J T Bowman, Latisha Austin, Nathan Vandiver; and Great Grandchildren: Katelyn Hayes, Aubree Austin, Austin Cash, Will Hayes, Connor Austin. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4 P.M. – 8 P.M., and Wednesday from 11 A.M. until time of services.
Funeral Services for Ms. Emma Nell Navarro, age 68, of Livingston, will be conducted 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2023, from the chapel of Livingston Funeral Home. Burial to follow in the Overton County Memorial Gardens. Emma passed from this life on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from the comforts of her home. She was born in Livingston, Tennessee to the late Thurman and Olene Breeding Edmonds. She loved going to yard sales and spending time with friends and relatives. She loved her family dearly. Emma leaves behind her son, Donnie wright of Livingston; step-son Danny Smith of Livingston; granddaughter Britany and husband Michael Wayman of Cookeville and Emily and husband Steven Conley of Sparta; nine great-grandchildren; four great-nieces and three great-nephews; brothers, Glen Edmonds of Livingston and Jeff Roberts of Algood; and sisters, Wanda (Edmonds) and Jason Rich of Watertown and Gail Young of Byrdstown. In addition to her parents, Emma was preceded in death by her daughter, Vickie (Wright) Cox, brother Thurman Edmonds, Jr., sister Brenda Sue (Porter) Edmonds, and special friend Jeff Daws. The family will welcome friends at Livingston Funeral Home on Wednesday from 12 noon until time of services.
Memorial services for Brenda Gail Smith, 49 of Cookeville, will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at 4:30 P.M. in the chapel of Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home. The family has chosen cremation. She was born October 14, 1973, in Jackson County, and she passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 in Cookeville. She was the daughter of the late Buddy Edward Smith and Anna Pearl Smith. She was a caregiver, and a member of the Cummins Mill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her Sister: Deborah Scott; and Brothers: Ronnie Smith and Glen Smith. Survivors include her Son: Justin Blake Pippin of Sterling Heights, MI; Daughter: Anna Brooke Huddleston of Cookeville; Brother: David (Diane) Smith of Whitleyville; and Grandchildren: Jamie Bren Pippin, Henry Pippin, Benjamin Huddleston, and Noella Huddleston. Visitation will be Wednesday from 3 P.M. until time of services.
Funeral services for Darlene Simmons, 76 of Sparta, will be held at 1:00 PM at the Chapel of Thurman Funeral Home on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Burial will be at Bethlehem Cemetery. Darlene was born September 16, 1946 in Highland Park, Michigan and passed away peacefully from this life on June 26, 2023 at Cookeville Regional Hospital surrounded by those that she loved the most. She retired from Mallory/Emerson Industries. She was a proud member at Bear Cove Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Chuck and Kelly Swindell. She is Survived by her sons; Gordan Simmons and Brian Simmons; grand-daughter, Aaleia Simmons. She had many special friends and family that began many years ago. Visitation will be held at the Chapel of Thurman Funeral Home on June 29, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
A memorial service for Carl Ellis Moore Jr., 74 of Cookeville, will be at 11 a.m. Friday June 30 at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. He passed away on the afternoon of June 1, 2023. Carl was born October 10, 1948, in Miami, FL to the late Carl and Lorene Moore. He spent his early years in Miami and Jacksonville, FL before moving to Atlanta to attend Emory University. Carl began a career with Southwestern Bell and eventually lived in Texas until his retirement. He then moved to Tennessee to be closer to family. Carl was a very kind, gracious, and gentle man. He was a mentor and friend to many and was always available to help family and friends, to lend a wise word and a listening ear. His daily texts and check in’s will be missed by so many. He was artistic-a talented painter and writer, an avid reader, and he loved fast cars. Carl was married to Thelma May (Helie) Moore who preceded him in death. In addition to Thelma, Carl was preceded in death by his step-daughter Suzanne Wright (David). Carl is survived by his sisters Dianne Garner (Robert), Jeanne Warner; step-son Joseph Kerr; grandson Brady Kerr; nephews Richard Garner (Katie), Ron Garner (Megan); nieces Stacy Baxter (Blake), Heather McRaney, and many dear friends who he considered family. His family will welcome friends Friday from 10 a.m. until service.
A Celebration of Life Service for Phyllis May Frese, age 69 of Baxter, will be held Saturday, July 8, 2023, beginning at 1:00 pm from the chapel of Crest Lawn Funeral Home with Bro. Jesse Flowers officiating. She passed from this life Saturday, June 24, 2023, at her home in Baxter. Born Monday, September 14, 1953 in Roseburg, Oregon, she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Shirley (Ireland) Flynn. Phyllis was a loving Wife and Sister . She was a Veteran and served during the Vietnam Era. She is survived by her loving Husband, Norman Allen Frese. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm.
