Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Steven Eldridge
Mar 2, 2026
Steven Ryan Eldridge passed away Monday March 2, 2026
Funeral services will be held Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Stevens Street Baptist Church.
His family will receive friends Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until service time at the church.
A full obituary will be posted once complete.
In lieu of flowers, an account is being set up at First National Bank of...
Mable Carter Maddux
Mar 2, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Mable Carter Maddux, age 102 of Baxter, TN, a cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2026, in Cookeville, TN. She was born on October 25, 1923, in Granville, TN, and she lived a life dedicated to education, faith, and family.
Mable devoted 31 years to teaching within the Jackson County and Putnam County school...
Ricky Alberson
Mar 1, 2026
A funeral mass for Mr. Ricky E. Alberson, age 64 of Cookeville, will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Interment with military honors will follow in Cookeville City Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.
He died Sunday March 1, 2026.
A complete obituary will post later.
Michael Andy Pippin
Mar 1, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Michael Andy Pippin, a dedicated truck driver and beloved member of the Cookeville community, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Standing Stone Health & Rehab in Monterey, Tennessee. Born on November 28, 1964, in Cookeville, Michael led a life filled with hard work, family, and joy. He was 61.
His career as a truck driver for C Store...
Bill Combs
Feb 28, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - William (Bill) S. Combs, 74, of Cookeville, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at Standing Stone Care &Rehabilitation Center, in Monterey, Tennessee.
Bill was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Sept. 5, 1951, to June Combs Van Arsdale and Paul Van Arsdale of London, Kentucky.
Bill moved with the Combs family from Michigan to Rogers, Arkansas, where he was raised...
Richard Allen Glass
Feb 27, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Richard Allen Glass, 72 of Cookeville, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on November 17, 1953, in Glascow, Kentucky, Richard’s life was marked by service to his country, devotion to his family, and a passion for the outdoors.
Richard proudly served as a United States Army Veteran during the...
Robert Kirkham
Feb 26, 2026
ROBERT KIRKHAM
COOKEVILLE-Captain Robert Lee Kirkham, 89, of Silver Point, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26th, 2026, at his farm. He was the beloved husband of Lillian W Kirkham (Denning). He was born in Hamilton Township, NJ, on September 17, 1936, and was the son of the late Cathrine Kirkham (Lenius) and John Kirkham. He served as an Army Medic...
Carolyn Leslie
Feb 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Carolyn Fields Meyer Leslie departed her earthly home on February 26, 2026, a little less than a month before her 91st birthday. She was born on the farm to John Dow & Annie Kate Jewell Fields at Lynn Point near Bradford, TN on March 22, 1935, where she joined her siblings Harlon Jewell Fields and Martha Kate...
Lucille Bertram-Rains
Feb 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mrs. Lucille Bertram-Rains, age 98, passed away on February 26, 2026 at Life Care Center of Sparta, TN.
Lucille was born February 14, 1928 in Wayne County, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Hattie Bertram Drisko and stepfather, Harry Drisko.
Lucille was a faithful member of the Calvary Baptist Church of New Castle, Indiana where she enjoyed...
Patricia Rodgers
Feb 26, 2026
DYER CHAPEL - Patricia Mae Rodgers, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday February 26, 2026, at her residence in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on March 19, 1957, in Overton County, TN, Patricia lived a life full of love, laughter, and commitment to her family and faith.
For 22 years, Patricia dedicated herself to her career at Russell Stovers...
Sebastian Tomas Mateo
Feb 24, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Sebastian Mateo passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Funeral services for Sebastian Tomas Mateo, age 36 will be held Saturday March 7, 2026 at 11:00 am in the St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Interment will follow at a later date in the Guatemala.
The family will receive friends Saturday 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St Thomas Aquinas...
Lloyd Ray Elrod
Feb 24, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Lloyd Ray Elrod, born on December 2, 1967, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Tristar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 58. He was a valued member of the community and leaves behind a rich legacy through his work and family.
Lloyd dedicated his career to being a Heavy Equipment Operator...
Treva Mae Burton
Feb 23, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Graveside services and interment for Mrs. Treva Mae Burton, age 92 will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Algood City Cemetery. Visitation will immediately follow the service at the cemetery.
Treva, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was born on June 14, 1933, in Putnam County, Tennessee. She passed away peacefully on February 23,...
Debbie Blessman
Feb 22, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Deborah Leigh (Cummings) Blessman Age 65 of Gordonsville, TN passed away peacefully at Cookeville Regional Medical Center surrounded by family and friends on Sunday February 22, 2026, after a 10-year battle with cancer.
Debbie was born in Memphis, TN on July 25, 1960, to Carolyn and Willard Cummings. She graduated from Round Rock High School in Austin, TX in 1978...
Pamela Vasseur
Feb 22, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Pamela Joy Vasseur
Scripture reminds us of that truth in Psalm 139:“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How...
Janice Robinson
Feb 21, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Janice Robinson was born on December 7, 1939 in Overton County, TN and passed away at NHC of Cookeville on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the age of 86.
Janice was the daughter of the late Lewis Mabrey and Clura Mabrey Hawkins. She was a member of Sycamore Church of Christ.
She is survived by her husband, CD Robinson,...
Leo McGinley Jr.
Feb 21, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Leo Linck McGinley Jr., affectionately known as Curly, left this world on Saturday February 21, 2026, at The Waters of Gainesboro, TN in conjunction with Gentiva Hospice. Born on May 7, 1948, in Derby, CT, Leo’s journey was one of service, love, and a deep commitment to his family and country.
Leo dedicated a significant part of his...
Earl Stephens
Feb 20, 2026
Earl Dean Stephens, a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, in Gulf Shores, Alabama. He was born on February 27, 1935, in Stearns, Kentucky, and lived a life characterized by hard work, faith, and unwavering love for his family.
Earl dedicated a significant part of his career as a high power lineman in...
Howard C. Henry
Feb 20, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Howard C. Henry, affectionately known as "Duel HH," departed this world on February 20, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on January 26, 1943, in Cookeville, TN, Howard was a man whose life was rich with experiences, stories, and a tremendous work ethic.
He worked diligently in the automobile industry for General Motors in Dayton, Ohio, dedicating 30 years...
Elma Irene Garber
Feb 18, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Elma Irene Garber, age 87, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Cookeville, TN on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Born on January 20, 1939 in Merrill, Michigan, Elma was a vibrant spirit whose life was marked by her deep commitment to family and her many passions.
A devoted member of The Bridge Church in...
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