Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Margaret Sue Loftis
Oct 27, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Margaret Sue Loftis, age 90, of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday October 27, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
She was born on May 30, 1936, in Jackson County, Tennessee, to the late John and Brina Phann. She graduated from Jackson County High School and, shortly thereafter, married the late Taylor “Jazbo”...
Helen Young
Oct 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Helen Young, age 81, passed away on Monday October 26, 2026. Born on August 13, 1945 in Miami, FL, she lived a life marked by strength, kindness, and deep love for her family.
Helen lived the majority of her life in Florida. She found joy in simple and meaningful pleasures, especially doing puzzles, playing cards, and working in the yard...
Mary Emogene Jones
Oct 24, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Mary Emogene Jones, 97 of Buffalo Valley was born August 11, 1929 in Putnam County and died Saturday, October 24, 2026 at her home in the Buffalo Valley Community of Putnam County surrounded by family.
Her faith was a strong part of Emogene's life and she was a member of Buffalo Valley Church of Christ where she attended regularly until...
Doris Foister
Oct 23, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Funeral services for Mrs. Doris Foister, age 90 of Baxter, will be held Friday, October 30th at 1:00 p.m. at the Dyer Chapel, 798 South Willow Avenue, Cookeville, Tennessee 38501. Interment will follow in Sand Springs Cemetery. Revs. Gary Norton and Corey Price will officiate.
Her family will receive friends Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and again Friday...
Jewel Imogene Scott
Oct 22, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jewel Imogene Scott aka Jean Huey, born February 25, 1935 in Cookeville, TN, passed away on Thursday October 22, 2026, at the age of 91 at home in Inglis, FL
Jean will be remembered for a life that included both dedication to family and a strong work ethic. She was a member of the Class of 1954 at...
Judge Leon Burns
Oct 21, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Judge Leon Cleveland Burns Jr., longtime 13th Judicial District Criminal Court Judge, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, at the age of 90.
Born on July 3, 1936, in Florence, AL, Judge Burns grew up in Columbia, TN, and graduated from Central High School, where he served as football team manager...
Gary Murphree
Oct 19, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Gary Owen Murphree, 82, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on December 27, 1943, Gary lived a full life surrounded by the people and things he loved most.
Gary had a way of making people feel at ease. He was friendly, easygoing, and always willing to lend a hand. He never...
Karen Thompson
Oct 17, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Karen Cummins Thompson, passed away peacefully at her home in Cookeville on Saturday October 17, 2026, at the age of 65. Karen was born on January 5, 1961, in Athens, Georgia, to her beloved parents, David and Joan Cummins, who have preceded her in death. Their nurturing spirits undoubtedly shaped the remarkable woman Karen became.
Karen's life was a testament...
Gaynell Sachse
Oct 17, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Gaynell Sachse, age 79, of Cookeville, TN passed away at Vanderbilt University Medical Center on Saturday October 17, 2026.
Gaynell was born the only child of Grady and Zerline Anderson of Texas. She lived most of her life in Texas, was educated there and married the love of her life, Colonel David Sachse, to whom she was married...
Alicia Bohannon
Oct 14, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Alicia Alberta Bohannon, age 54, passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2026, at her home in Algood, Tennessee. Born on September 20, 1972, in Putnam County, Alicia was a cherished member of her family and a foundational figure in the establishment of the Putnam County Tree Service.
Alicia was known for her caring and loving nature, especially towards...
Jennifer Willis
Oct 13, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Jennifer Renee Willis passed away on Tuesday October 13, 2026, at the age of 44. Born on June 12, 1982, Jennifer lived a life rooted in faith, devotion, and deep love for her family.
Jennifer was a 2000 graduate of Upperman High School and later completed her degree from the Louisiana School of Ministry. Her calling led her into ministry,...
Jeff Frasier
Oct 13, 2026
DYER CHPAEL-Robert Jeffery "Jeff" Frasier, 63 of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville. He was born on November 7, 1962, in Cookeville.
Jeff was a 1981 graduate of Putnam County Senior High School. He later earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Tennessee Tech University in 1999, an accomplishment that...
Rosemary Foutch
Oct 13, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-A graveside service and interment for Mrs. Rosemary Foutch, age 98, will be held Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Cookeville City Cemetery. Rev. Bill Stone will officiate.
Mrs. Foutch died Tuesday October 13, 2026 at her residence.
She was born June 17, 1928 in Port Gibson, Mississippi to the late Wiley Hugh "W.H." and Margaret Bailey Rogers. She...
Sara Joan Burgess
Oct 13, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Sara Joan Burgess, 71 of Baxter, Tennessee, was born March 2, 1955, in Sparta, Tennessee, and passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
Joan was a hardworking woman who took pride in both her work and her home. She retired from the Putnam County Maintenance Department and was also a former employee of Helen's Restaurant...
Dr. Debbie Barnard
Oct 12, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Dr. Debbie Barnard, age 57, of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born on April 28, 1969, in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, then moved to and grew up in Concord, North Carolina.
Debbie graduated with her Bachelor’s degree from Western Carolina University in 1991, and earned her Master’s and Ph.D....
Clarence Lee Carr
Oct 12, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Clarence Lee Carr, born June 7, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Signature of Putnam in Algood, TN. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was deeply rooted in faith, family, and the simple joys of home.
Mr. Carr served his country in the U.S. Air Force....
James Tindall
Oct 11, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Funeral services for Mr. James Louis Tindall, age 76 will be held Friday, October 16, 2026 at 1:00 pm in the Cookeville chapel of Hooper, Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Pastor Steve Qualls will officiate.
Mr. Tindall passed away on Sunday October 11, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on April 28, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, James...
Nancy Jean Brown
Oct 11, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Nancy Jean Brown, 82, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at her home in Baxter, Tennessee.
Born on April 1, 1944, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Nancy was raised in the Boma Community, a place that remained close to her heart throughout her life. After 54 years away, she fulfilled her dream of moving back to the homeplace in Boma, returning...
Dave Adkins
Oct 10, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - David "Dave" Allen Adkins passed away on Saturday October 10, 2026, at the age of 63. Born on December 8, 1962, he will be remembered as a caring and understanding man who was always willing to help others. Above all, he took care of his family, and that steady devotion defined much of his life.Dave worked at...
Kathy Louise Sparks
Oct 2, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Kathy Louise Sparks, 69 of Cookeville was born December 14, 1956 in Bartow, Florida, she died Friday, October 2, 2026 at NHC of Cookeville.
Kathy was retired as a cashier with Speedway of Michigan City, Indiana. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially with her grandchildren.
Kathy loved taking care of her animals, being on her phone and shopping.
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