Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Arthur Clemons
Dec 10, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Arthur "Art" Clemons, 83 of Knoxville, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Diversicare of Oak Ridge in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Born on October 20, 1942, in Silver Point, Tennessee, Art lived a life filled with dedication, passion, and love for his family and profession.
Art's impressive academic journey began at Upperman High School, from which he graduated...
Wanda Sue Frizzell
Dec 10, 2025
Wanda Sue Frizzell, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Bailey Manor in Cookeville at the age of 89. She was born on October 28, 1936, in Jackson County, Tennessee, to Edgbert and Cora Belle Putty Bean, who preceded her in death.
When in school, Wanda played volleyball. She was captain of the team....
Barbara Loomis
Dec 5, 2025
A funeral service for Mrs. Barbara Loomis, age 82 of Cookeville, will be held Saturday, December 13th at 1:00 p.m.at the Dyer Chapel of Hooper, Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Cookeville City Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the Dyer Chapel.
She died Friday, December 5th.
A complete obituary will post later.
Bennie Clifton Skimmiehorn
Dec 5, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Bennie Clifton Skimmiehorn, a respected member of the Baxter community, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 5, 2025 at the age of 94. Born on January 4, 1931, in Bloomington Springs, TN, Bennie lived a life filled with purpose and dedication, touching the hearts of many who knew him.
A proud veteran, Bennie served honorably in the...
Eddie Jones
Dec 4, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Charles "Eddie" Jones, a cherished son, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on September 26, 1957, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Eddie lived his life dedicated to his work and family, retiring from C&S Communications, where he built a commendable career.
Eddie was a man of many interests;...
Jennifer Lynn Ellison
Dec 4, 2025
DYER CHAPEL - Jennifer Lynn Reid Ellison, age 48 of Sparta, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga. She was born on March 9, 1977, in Cookeville, Tennessee, and spent her life dedicated to both her family and her career.
Jennifer, known to all as a nurturing and loving soul, worked at Putnam County Waste Management.
A...
Wayne Crabtree
Nov 30, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Wayne Gore Crabtree passed from this life on Sunday November 30, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in Livingston, TN February 17, 1949, to the late Marshall Paul and Rose Nell Gentry Crabtree.
Wayne graduated from Cookeville Central and Putnam County High School in 1967 and went on to attend Tennessee Tech. While at Tennessee Tech...
Donna Francis
Nov 29, 2025
Donna Draper Francis, age 83, of Cookeville, passed peacefully from this life on November 29, 2025. Born on August 20, 1942, she was the devoted wife of the late Dr. William C. Francis, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, family, and service. Donna was a fun-loving woman who cherished laughter, especially when shared with her friends and family.
A...
Judy Lynn Weaver
Nov 28, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Judy Lynn Weaver, born on April 5, 1959, in Cookeville, TN passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville at the age of 66. A long-time resident of Baxter, Judy dedicated her life to her family and community, exemplifying the spirit of care and dedication in all that she did.
A proud graduate of...
Sue Box
Nov 26, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Sue Ray Kemp Box, born on October 6, 1937, in Buffalo Valley, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday November 26, 2025, at NHC of Cookeville, Tennessee. She was a cherished member of her community and dedicated her life to her family, her church, and her profession.
Sue enjoyed a remarkable career, retiring after 27 years as secretary at Cookeville...
Dean and Wilma Peoples
Nov 26, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL- Mr. Hoyt Dean Peoples, age 79, and his beloved wife, Wilma Lee Peoples, age 76, of South Pittsburg, TN died suddenly on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at their residence.
Mr. Dean was born in New Hope, TN on April 18, 1946 to the late Leonard and Dorothy Blevins Peoples.
He graduated from Tennessee Tech in Cookeville before a career with...
Michelle Wilson
Nov 26, 2025
BAXTER CHAPEL-Miss Michelle Wilson, born on July 14, 1971, in Cookeville, TN, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center at the age of 54.
Despite facing the challenges of being disabled, Michelle exemplified determination and resilience throughout her life. She proudly graduated from Upperman High School in Baxter, an achievement that stands testament to her...
Jesse Anderson
Nov 25, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jesse Thomas Anderson, 79, of Cookeville, TN, passed away peacefully at NHC in Cookeville on November 25, 2025. Jesse was born on August 26, 1946 in Cookeville, the only child of Eva and Joe Anderson. He attended Parkview Elementary and Castle Heights Military Academy for high school. He later studied at Tennessee Tech. Jesse worked in the...
Ella Mae Keith Lee
Nov 25, 2025
DYER CHAPEL-Ella Mae Keith Lee passed away Tuesday November 25, 2025 at NHC Healthcare in Farragut, TN.
She was born April 29, 1934 in Baxter, TN to the late Virgil and Pearlie Vickers Keith.
After graduating high school from Baxter Seminary, Ella moved to Nashville where she met and married Jack Lee in 1961. She and Jack raised their family in Hendersonville...
Elizabeth Dolores Stewart
Nov 24, 2025
DYER CHAPEL - Elizabeth D. Stewart, age 88 of Cookeville, TN, formerly of Orange County, California, passed from this life at Grandview Post Acute and was ready for the Lord to take her home on Monday, November 24, 2025. She was born August 8, 1937 in Fredericktown, PA to the late Giovanni "John" Francesco Camillo Burchianti and Clementa "Clementina" (née...
Anna Owens Whitefield
Nov 24, 2025
Anna L. Whitefield, 88, Marshfield, WI, formerly of Baxter, TN, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025 at Three Oaks Health Services in Marshfield.
Anna was born on January 3, 1937 in Youngstown, Ohio to Charles and Nila (Burns) Owens. She graduated from Albany High School in 1955. She was united in marriage to P.V. Whitefield on April 2, 1955. He...
Wade Ashley Raines
Nov 23, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Wade Ashley Raines passed away peacefully and went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, November 23, at Bailey Manor in Cookeville, Tennessee, at the age of 78.
He was born on February 16, 1947, to Quincy W. and Charlyne Ashley Raines, in Memphis, Tennessee.
He was a devoted husband to his wife, Anita...
Stan Seitz
Nov 23, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Stan Seitz, age 78, of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on November 23, 2025 in the Emergency Room of Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
He was born on February 2, 1947 in McGregor, Iowa to the late Donald Frank and Velma May Jackson Seitz.
Mr. Seitz graduated from Kirkwood College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he studied Mechanical Engineering.
A proud...
Chris Carter
Nov 22, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Christopher Paul Carter was a beloved and cherished father, and dedicated parent to Austin, his special-needs child. Chris was a cherished son and the heart of his mom’s life. He was loved dearly by his sister, brother-in-law, friends, and father.
Chris passed away Saturday November 22, 2025. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee, in the home of his...
Dr. Rodney L. Carlson
Nov 20, 2025
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Dr. Rodney L Carlson of Cookeville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2025 at the age of 85.
Rodney was born in Philipsburg, PA on October 12, 1940 as the only child to Gunnard and Dorothy Carlson. He graduated from Penn State University in 1962 with a degree in Civil Engineering and worked in the steel industry...
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