Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Ricky Kevin Clark
Dec 31, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Ricky Kevin Clark, a beloved member of the Cookeville community, departed this life on Wednesday December 31, 2025, at NHC of Cookeville.
A funeral service honoring Rick will be at 1 p.m. Saturday January 3 at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Danny Hembree will officiate. Visitation for friends and family will be...
David Foster
Dec 30, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - David Allen Foster, age 78, passed away Tuesday December 30, 2025 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held Saturday January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm at the Cookeville Chapel at Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until time of service.
A full obituary will be posted once complete.
Hooper Huddleston...
Dale Leo Johns
2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPELL - Dale Leo Johns passed away Thursday November 20, 2025 at his home in Silver Point, TN surrounded by his family. He was born on December 30, 1944 to Ernest Leo and Lois Jane Johns. Dale attended Mount Summit High School and graduated in 1963, alongside his twin (and older by fifteen minutes) sister, Gayle. Dale was a...
Bobbie Allen Victory
Dec 29, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Bobbie "Bob" Allen Victory, age 83, a beloved member of the Buffalo Valley community, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at his home. He was born on December 30, 1941, in Florence, Alabama, to the late Roy Allen and Lora Horton Victory.
Bob had a fulfilling career, having retired from the Maintenance Department at GMC in Detroit. He was...
Stanley Chapman Hills
Dec 27, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Stanley Chapman Hills, born on December 15, 1947, in Boston, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at the Waters of Gainesboro on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at the age of 78. He lived a well-fulfilled life, marked by his achievements as a dedicated general contractor and his deep love for his family.
A proud graduate with a Bachelor's Degree from Wentworth Institute...
Budd Hebert
Dec 25, 2025
Dr. Budd Hebert, age 84, died Thursday, December 25th. Arrangements are incomplete and a full obituary will post later.
Glenda Sue Palk
Dec 24, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL - Glenda Sue Palk, 82 of the Double Springs Community of Putnam County, was born May 12, 1943 in Jackson County, Tennessee and died Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at her home at the age of 82.
She was a 1961 graduate of Upperman High School in Baxter and attended business school in Nashville.
Glenda retired as a supervisor with Teledyne...
Harold Loftis
Dec 20, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Harold Loftis, a beloved member of the Cookeville community, passed away on Saturday December 20, 2025, at Brookdale in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. Born on September 2, 1933, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Harold devoted his life to service, family, and his passions.
A proud alumnus of Cookeville High School and Tennessee Tech University. Following college, he worked as a field agent...
Martha Faye Helm
Dec 20, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Martha Faye Ford Helm of Silver Point, TN was born May 20, 1937 in Putnam County, TN and died Saturday, December 20, 2025 at NHC of Cookeville at the age of 88.
She was a graduate of Baxter Seminary and Tennessee Tech University with a degree in Business Administration.
Her faith was important to her and she worshipped the Herren's Chapel...
Billy Harp
Dec 20, 2025
COOKEVILLE-Billy Lee Harp, a beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Poppy and friend, passed away on December 20, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on September 15, 1947, in Cookeville, TN, Billy lived his entire life in the town he cherished, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and craftsmanship.
Billy's career as a talented woodworker began at the former Norco Furniture,...
Tony Roark
Dec 19, 2025
MONTEREY CHAPEL - Tony Roark, a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man, passed away peacefully at home on his beloved property in the hills of Tennessee on Friday December 19, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on April 26, 1948, in Winchester, Indiana, in Randolph County, Tony’s life was marked by his dedication to his...
Joan King
Dec 19, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Loretta Joan King of Cookeville passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday December 19, 2025.
She was the daughter of Dallas and Wilma Pritchett, and lived most of her life in Cherokee County Georgia with her 3 sisters (Bobbie, Ann, and Sue) and one brother (Donnie). She married her husband David King in 1965, had two boys,...
Charlotte Waller-Bates
Dec 18, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Charlotte Marie Waller-Bates was born August 10, 1946 in Davenport, Iowa and died Thursday, December 18, 2025 at NHC of McMinnville in McMinnville, TN at the age of 79.
Charlotte moved with her family to Baxter in 1961.
She was a retired seamstress with Cookeville Shirt Factory. She enjoyed cooking and having the family over for "get-togethers". She loved spending time...
Catherine Terry Wright
Dec 18, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Catherine Terry Wright was born January 11, 1932, at her parent’s home, the JP Terry Farm and Belle Acres Golf Course in Cookeville, TN.
As the youngest of 5 children by 11 years, Catherine was preceded in death by both her parents Jesse Peyton Terry, DDS and Mary Alice Smith Terry as well as her siblings Jesse Peyton...
Gary Dewayne McCowan
Dec 17, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Gary Dewayne McCowan, born on October 18, 1962, in Indianapolis, IN, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, TN. As a proud US Navy Seal, Gary exemplified courage and dedication throughout his life. He served as the CEO of Knox Recovery and Crossville Recovery, where he was known for his unwavering commitment...
Lawrence Wade
Dec 16, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Lawrence William " Larry" Wade died Tuesday December 16, 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born June 17, 1951 in Bloomington, IN.
Lawrence was preceded in death by father, Lawrence Wade and mother, Leerose Wade
He is survived by his wife Thelma Wade.
No services are planned.
Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)526-6111....
Anna Flatt
Dec 14, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Anna Flatt, a cherished daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday December 14, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Born on May 28, 1943, in Cookeville, TN, Anna's vibrant life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, dedication, and an indomitable spirit.
For many years, Anna worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), embodying...
Sam Gibbons
Dec 14, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Samuel Forrest Gibbons, 98, passed away peacefully at his home in Algood, TN on Sunday December 14, 2025.
Sam was born on April 10, 1927, in Overton County, TN to the late Edd and Maude (Swallows) Gibbons, and he attended school at Swallows Chapel in Overton County.
Sam was a WWII veteran who served his country as a corporal...
Melissa Dawn LaFever
Dec 13, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Melissa Dawn LaFever, born on July 6, 1975, in Trenton, NJ, passed away on Saturday December 13, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She leaves behind a legacy of tremendous faith that remained firm and solid even in the midst of adversity.
Melissa’s smile and life radiated light. Her family describes her as the light of the family....
Rebecca Ann Bunch
Dec 13, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Rebecca Ann Bunch, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away suddenly at her residence in Cookeville, TN, on Saturday December 13, 2025. She was born on March 3, 1953, in Putnam County, Tennessee, and lived a life full of spontaneity and joy, often known as the "life of the party."She leaves behind a loving family, including her...
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