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Obituaries For Tuesday, June 8
Donnie Ray Mabe, 59, of Sparta, TN passed away Monday, June 7, 2021, in McMinnville, TN. Mr. Mabe was born on January 3, 1962, in Sparta, TN to the late Henry and Maudie Whittaker Mabe. He was an over the road trucker, plumber, and all-around handyman. Memorial services will be held at later date.
Gary Stockton, age 65 of Baxter, died Monday June 7th at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Larry Ray Gateley, 69 of Baxter, passed from this life on Sunday, June 6. Larry chose cremation, the family followed his wishes, and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Clay York, Age 52 Of Monterey, Passed Away On Sunday, June 6 At His Home. Arrangements Are Incomplete.
Funeral Services for Mr. John H. Webb, age 91 of Livingston, will be conducted 11 AM Wednesday, June 9th, from the West End Church of Christ where he will lie in repose from 10 AM until the time of services. Bro. Kerry Duke will officiate. Burial will be in the Overton County Memorial Gardens. John passed from this life on Monday morning, June 7, 2021, from Life Care Center of Sparta. He was born in Overton County on September 13, 1929, to the late Charlie and Vallie Mae (Burroughs) Webb. John loved spending time with his grandchildren, working with cattle, and helping others. He always worked hard and took care of his family. Mr. Webb leaves behind his wife Sarah Johnnie Webb of Livingston; sons Donnie Webb and wife Trish of Rickman, Michael Webb and wife Amy of Livingston, and David Webb and wife Jen of Cookeville. The family will welcome friends on Tuesday evening from 5 until 9 PM at Speck Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Gloria Swift, 73 of Cookeville, will be held on Wednesday June 9, 2021, at 11:00 am at Presley Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery. She passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center in Monterey. Born Saturday, February 28, 1948 in Estherville, Iowa, she was the daughter of Alfred May and the late Rose Nastase May. She was the wife of Jackie Swift. Gloria was the loving wife of Jack Swift of 34 years. She worked making delicious deserts at Dairy Queen many years, then making the switch to Walmart as the baker and cake decorator. Finally finishing her working career at TTU dining facility before retiring. Gloria never met a stranger. She enjoyed meeting new people and helping others. She liked to work in the yard and being outside in nature. She was a Christian and worshipped at the Netherlands Church of Christ. She is survived by her husband Jack, 1 son, Adam Forsythe of Crossville. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, and again on Wednesday, June 9, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Elizabeth King, age 95 of Hilham, will be conducted 1 PM Wednesday, June 9th, from the chapel of Speck Funeral Home in Livingston. Bro. John Mabry will officiate. Burial will be in the Hilham Cemetery. Mrs. King passed from this life on Saturday morning, June 5, 2021, from the Overton County Health and Rehab Center. She was born in Elwood, Indiana, on May 23, 1926, to the late William and Iris Hieny Westrater. Betty loved her family, going to church, and quilting. The family will welcome friends on Tuesday evening from 5 until 9 PM.
Memorial services for Marlon “Marty” Dale Harris, 62 of the Holmes Creek Community of DeKalb County, will be Wednesday, June 9 at 1 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Jim Driver will officiate. Interment will be at Smellage Memory Gardens in the Boma Community of Putnam County at a later date. Marty died suddenly Friday, June 4, 2021 at his home in the Holmes Creek Community. He was born April 12, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan to Billy Everett and Lee Oma Carr Harris of Smithville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lou Rector Harris on December 19, 2017. Marty graduated from Centerline, Michigan High School in 1977. He attended Snow Hill Baptist Church. Marty worked in assembly at General Motors and later at Precision Molding in Sparta. He enjoyed shooting pool, watching sports on TV, family gatherings and listening to music. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 11 AM until service time.
Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Maxwell, 91 of Baxter, will be held Thursday, June 10 at 10:00 AM in the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home with Bro. TJ Bennett officiating. Interment will follow in Samuel Maxwell Cemetery. Mrs. Maxwell died Sunday, June 6 in Morningside of Cookeville. The family will receive friends Wednesday, 5-8 PM and again Thursday 9 AM until service time at the funeral home.
Funeral Services for Mr. Richard Glenn Ruble, age 59, of Indianapolis, Indiana will be conducted 3 p.m., Thursday, June 10, 2021 from the chapel of Speck Funeral Home. Bro. John Keith will officiate. Burial to follow in the Stover Cemetery. The family will welcome friends on Thursday from 2 p.m. until time of services at Speck Funeral Home. Richard passed from this life after a brief illness, from the comfort of his home on Saturday evening, June 5, 2021. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 14, 1961 to the late Glenn Ewell and Lola Vivian Stover Ruble. A 1979 graduate of Indianapolis, IN and a member of the Valley Mills Christian Church. Rick was a real estate agent for many years. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, and loved his family unconditionally. Riding motorcycles and making music with his friends was his passion. Rick was a friend to everyone and also enjoyed fixing things and helping people. Rick leaves behind his wife, Cheryl Hasselburg Ruble; son, Ricky Ruble; daughter, Lila Herring and husband Derek.
Memorial Services for Norma Faye Holman, 82 of Sparta, will be held at 1PM on Friday, June 11 at Oak Lawn Funeral Home with Larry Plemons officiating, burial will follow at Old Zion Cemetery. Mrs. Norman passed away on Thursday, June 3 at Cookeville Regional. Norma devoted her life to her family and business Sparta Grill. Her parents opened “The Grill” in 1954. She took over The Grill when her parents retired. Her and husband, Ray Holman, owned and operated Sparta Grill and Holman’s Taxi and Stone’s Recreation for over 50 years. Norma leaves behind a legacy of hard work and her love for her family and friends. Survivors include her daughters, Sarah Beth Thompson and Debbie Lynn (Bryan) Peek, both of Sparta. The family will receive friends on Friday at the funeral home from 11 AM till the time of service.
Funeral services for Mark Randall Wilson, age 59 of Cookeville, will be at 1 p.m. Friday June 11 at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. Mr. Wilson passed away suddenly on Sunday June 6, 2021 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Mark’s family will receive friends Thursday from 5 – 8 p.m. and again Friday from 12 noon until service time.
Funeral services for Iva Glen Shelton, age 74 of Cookeville, will be held Saturday, June 12th at 11:00 a.m. in the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Reverends Jonathan and Erin Angel will officiate. Interment will follow in Morgan-Pippin Cemetery. Iva passed peacefully from this earth on Friday, December 18, 2020 at Signature Healthcare, Whitesburg Gardens in Huntsville, AL. She was surrounded by her children. She is survived by her children, Aldon Shelton (Johanna) and April Shelton (Andrew Schnell) of Huntsville, AL; and David L. Shelton (Jennifer) of Bloomington Springs; her ex-husband and special friend, Eldon Shelton of Cookeville. grandchildren, Darya Kline (Hunter), John-Riley Shelton & Hollie Shelton of Tennessee and Alanna Shelton of Alabama; sisters, Shelby Jean Fillers of Chuckey and Darlene Baskette (Richard) of Limestone. Special nieces and nephews Debbie Andes (Roger), Dewayne Stanton, Ryan Baskette, Kim Johnston Williams (Bob) and Bryan Johnston (Rena). Former brother-in-law, Charles Johnston. In addition, she is survived by her special aunt Trula Gahagan (Spartanburg, SC) and several wonderful cousins, and other family members. Her family will receive friends Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Funeral Services for Jacqueline Nicole Walker, 27 of Spencer, will be Saturday, June 12 at Spencer Funeral Home at 11 AM with Bro Jimmy walker and Johnathan Hankins officiating, with burial to follow at Spencer Town Cemetery. Ms. Walker passed away Saturday, June 5. Ms. Walker was born on October 19, 1993, in Lebanon, TN to Jackie and Bridget Walker. She enjoyed training horses, and art. Surviving family includes Father, Jackie Walker of Spencer; mother, Bridget Lynn Walker of Spencer; and children, Briley Baker, and Timber Walker. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 10 at SPENCER Funeral Home from 4 pm – 8 pm.
Celebration Of Life Services For Mary Judd, Age 82 Of Monterey, Will Be Conducted On Saturday, June 12 At 12:00 PM At The Monterey Church Of Christ, 308 W. Crawford Avenue, Monterey. Bro. Tim Singleton, Bro. Ethan Bilbrey And Bro. Jack Honeycutt Will Officiate. Mrs. Judd Passed Away On Monday, June 7 At Her Daughter’s Home In Rickman. Mrs. Judd Was A Devoted Wife, Mother, And Grandmother. She Was A Faithful Member Of Monterey Church Of Christ. She Was A Dietician At Standing Stone Health Care And Had Also Worked In The Garment Factory Industry. She Was A Graduate Of Monterey High School Class Of 1956. She Is Survived By Two Daughters And Sons-In-Law, Becky And Bro. Jack Honeycutt Of Gainesboro, Melissa And Scott Bilbrey Of Rickman; Two Sons And A Daughter-In-Law, Mike And Sherry Judd Of Monterey, and Mark Judd Of Rickman. In Lieu Of Flowers, The Family Request Memorial Donations Be Given In Her Memory To The India Mission, c/o Zach Holmes, 105 Hilco Drive, Lafayette, TN 37083. The Family Will Receive Friends At Monterey Church Of Christ On Saturday, June 12, 2021, From 10:00 AM Until Time Of Services At 12:00 PM.
Celebration of Life Services for Mr. Carl Edward Bull, age 65, of Murfreesboro, and formerly of Livingston, will be conducted Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 1 until 3 p.m. from the Standing Stone State Park, shelter number 3., please come and join the family to celebrate the life of Carl. Private family services will be held at the New Hope Cemetery, with Military Honors provided by the Overton County Veterans Honor Guard. Carl passed from this life on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 from the Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro. He was born in Gainesboro, Tennessee on June 12, 1955 to the late Noah and Lovie Jean Burks Bull. Carl enjoyed collecting glass and antiques and going to car shows. He loved his family dearly and was a member of the Church of God. Carl leaves behind his daughter, Carla Lamb and husband Joe of Sparta, TN; son, Chantry Bull and wife Christina of Clarksville.
Funeral services for Mrs. Marion Louise Shepard, age 94 of Cookeville, will be held Saturday, June 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Dr. Charles McCaskey will officiate. Entombment will follow in the Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery. Mrs. Shepard died Friday June 4, 2021 at her residence. She and her late husband moved to Cookeville in 1980 and have been members of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Marion was a talented photographer. She enjoyed regular visits to the YMCA. She enjoyed geology and was a member of the Tennessee Gem and Mineral Society. She was thoughtful caring and a woman of peace. Mrs. Shepard is survived by her children, Steven Shepard of Racine, Wisconsin, and Jan Scott. Her family will receive friends Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and again Saturday from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Memorial services for David Edward James, age 85 of Cookeville, will be held from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Saturday, June 12th, 2021 with Bro. Christian Smith and Katherine Hall officiating at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Cookeville TN. He passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021. David was born Tuesday, April 14, 1936, Rushford, New York, to the late Paul Harold James and Mary Luckey. David was a truck driver and worked many years over the road. Survived by: Wife – Ethel P. James, Cookeville; Daughter – Denise J. Newberry; Son – Donald E. James. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon to the time of services.
Funeral Services for Dean Allen, 82 of Sparta, will be Monday, June 14 at 2 PM at Christian Life First Assembly of God in Sparta with Brent Tevebaugh and Danny Denning officiating. Burial to follow at Smith Chapel Cemetery. Mr. Allen passed away Monday, June 7 in Cookeville. He married his wife on September 30, 1961. He is survived by Wife of 60 years, Joyce Allen of Sparta; and children, Angela Conatser (Ricky), Tracy Newberry (Bill), and Jason Allen (Wendy). The family will receive friends on Monday from 11 AM until the time of service at the church.
