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Obituaries For Monday, June 19
Georgia Vanderpool Way, Age 100 of Monterey passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
A celebration of life service for Ervin Maxwell, 71 of Cookeville, will be held on Monday Jun 19, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Crest Lawn Funeral Home. Ervin had chosen cremation and the family followed his wishes. Ervin passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family in Cookeville on June 15, 2023. Ervin was born March 30, 1952, in Lancing, Michigan to the late E. J. Maxwell and Alma (Wilmoth) Maxwell. Ervin’s passion for the outdoors and woodworking led him to his chosen profession of residential construction. Ervin became a well-known contractor and heavy equipment operator in the area. Ervin treasured his many friends that he made throughout his life. Ervin was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Ervin enjoyed riding his Harley, horses, four wheeling, camping and fishing. Ervin was proceeded in death by his parents and two sisters, Helen Rathbun and Joann Maxwell. Ervin leaves behind his wife of 47 years, Karen (Taubert) Maxwell, a daughter and son in law, Amanda and Zack Randolph, a son, Matthew Maxwell, and a cherished grandson, Wyatt Randolph. He is also survived by two sisters and brothers-in-law Cathy and Ray Keith and Shirley and David LaFerney and several nieces and nephews. Ervin will be remembered as being devoted to family and friends, a hardworking, honest man. He will forever be loved and remembered by his many friends and family. Visitation with the family will be Monday June 19, 2023 at Crest Lawn Funeral Home starting at 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
Funeral services for Anna Pearl Ragland, 87 of Granville, will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at 10 A.M. in the chapel of Anderson Upper Cumberland Funeral Home, with Daniel Frank Harrell officiating. Burial will follow in the Granville Cemetery in Granville. Anna was born October 14, 1935, in Jackson County, and she passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at her residence in Granville. She was the daughter of the late Walter Ray Burgess and Noda Lou Burgess. She was married to the late Jonas Frank “Bad Eye” Ragland, who passed away August 14, 2019. She was a housewife, and a member of the Liberty Church of Christ. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her Brother: Kelly Burgess. Survivors include her Sister: Geraldine Ezell of Murfreesboro, TN; Niece and Nephew: Misty Ezell and Jeff Ragland; and Great Niece: Olivia Ezell. Visitation will be Monday from 4 P.M. – 8 P.M., and Tuesday from 9 A.M. until time of services. Memorial donations may be made to the Granville Cemetery by contacting the funeral home.
The family of Rev. Eugene O’Brien Schmid Sr., 97 of Cookeville, will welcome friends on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 from 5 – 7 p.m. at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. Private graveside services with military honors will be conducted on Wednesday at Crest Lawn Cemetery. He passed away peacefully on June 17, 2023, at Overton County Nursing Home in Livingston. Born in Hazard, Kentucky, on August 31, 1925, Gene lived a long and fulfilling life of 97 years. Gene was a dedicated family man, survived by his son, Gene and daughter-in-law Vicky Schmid of Cookeville, Tennessee; sister, Lomeda Giner of Portsmouth, Ohio; granddaughter, Angela Schmid; step-granddaughter, Ann Marie Vinson; and great-grandchildren, Rowan Correll, Alex, and Luke Vinson. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Allene Franks Schmid; his parents, John Sr. and Elsie Spencer Schmid; sister, Dorothy Davis; and brother, John Schmid Jr. A proud and decorated veteran, Gene served in the United States Navy and retired as a Chief Quartermaster. His dedication to his country was matched only by his devotion to his faith. As a Baptist Minister, Gene preached and served in multiple churches in Tennessee and Kentucky for over 60 years. His faith-filled life touched countless lives and left an indelible mark on the communities he served. Throughout his life, Gene enjoyed playing golf and was known for his attention to detail. This combination of interests and traits contributed to his success in both his professional and personal life. Gene’s legacy of love, faith, and service will be cherished by his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched throughout his life.
Funeral Services for Mary Julia Huffaker Cloyd, 83 of Sparta, will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Oak Lawn Funeral Home with Bobby Cloyd and Dwight Fuqua officiating. Burial will follow in Lower Cherry Creek Cemetery. She born February 20, 1940, passed peacefully from this life on June 17, 2023 at her home, surrounded by those that she loved the most, her family. Mary was married to Emerson Cloyd on January 10, 1958 in Pontiac, Michigan. She was a member of Findlay Church of Christ. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Emerson Cloyd, and her daughter, Marie Cartwright. Survivors include: Son- Robert “Bobby” Emerson Cloyd (Lisa); Granddaughter- Samantha Elizabeth Parker (Tristan); Grandson- Jordon Thomas Cloyd (Emily); Great-Grandchildren- Brady Klein Reid, Emmerson Jae Cloyd, Rhaleigh Shea Cloyd, and Japeth Michael Collier Richmond. Thanks to special friends and neighbors, Mary Ruth Gardner, Gary and Mary Bumbalough, and Beth Kirby. The family will welcome friends on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
Funeral Services for Jamison “Jason” Oliver Loftis, age 47, of Cookeville, will be held on Wednesday June 21, 2023 at 12:00P.M. from the chapel of Whitson Funeral Home. Bro. David Haun and Bro. Jerry Blair will officiate at the service. The Burial will follow in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Jamison “Jason” Oliver Loftis was born on June 4, 1976 in DeKalb County to Larry Charles Loftis and Debbie Boronda McCrary. He passed away on June 15, 2023 at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. His family includes Grandparents: Chuck and Lois McCrary; Mother and Father: Debbie and Eddie McCrary; Brothers: Brian and Amanda Davis and James “Buddy” and Caron McCrary; Wife: Mary Loftis; Children: Kristen Davis, Courtney and Dylan Saling, Brittany and Dre Anchondo, Racheal and Kyle Barrett, Heather Loftis and John Deason, Hunter Loftis and Seadonia Wheaton; Grandchildren: Aubree Davis, Anna and Samuel Saling, Aidan and Jacob Anchondo and Olivia Barrett; And a host of aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews. He was preceded by Grandparents: Cordell and Norma Loftis, Elsie Lewis and Johnny Boronda; Father: Larry Loftis; Step-father: Pee Wee Davis; Mother and Father in-law: Anna Ruth and Vernon Egbert; Sister Tiffanie Davis; Grandchildren: Serenity Davis and Leah Anchondo; A host of aunts and uncles with honorable mention to Ricky Lewis. Visitation with the family will be, at the Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5:00P.M. until 8:00P.M. and Wednesday from 10:00A.M. until time of services at 12:00P.M.
A memorial service for Kaleen Emlee Fahrner, 72 of Cookeville, will be at 12:00 PM on Friday, June 23, 2023 at Presley Funeral Home with the Eddy Turner officiating. She died on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at home surrounded by loved ones. Born Monday, June 5, 1950 in Bay City, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late William Ervin LeMere and the late Catherine Bowden LeMere. She was the wife of Ronald Fahrner. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, June 23, 2023, at Presley Funeral Home.
A Funeral service for Donald Paul Agee, 90 of Cookeville, will be at 3:00 PM on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Presley Funeral Home with Chaplain Matthew Finchum officiating. He died on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. Born Tuesday, January 3, 1933 in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of the late Williard Agee and the late Florence Gase Agee. He was a Veteran of Korea. The family will receive friends from 2:30 PM until time of service at 3:00 PM.
